South Wales Argus
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Thief banned from shops jailed after going on shoplifting spree
Newport thief Carl Hodge banned from Boots and Sainsbury’s
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Watch: Driver doing 90mph on wrong side of A48 avoids crashes by 'sheer chance'
‘TERRIFYING’ footage has been released of dangerous driver Ojay James hurtling the wrong way down the A48 at speeds of up to 90mph.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Schools facing £4.5 million overspend and ‘unsustainable’ budget pressures
Schools in Newport are currently expected to go over budget by £4.5 million this year, according to a forecast by Newport City Council.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Woman found in DIY store car park in charge of vehicle over drink-drive limit
Woman found in a Wickes DIY store car park in charge of vehicle when she was over the drink-drive limit
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Eight stunning Gwent properties available on the market right now
Gwent is a place full of great options for family homes and some dream properties. Here are eight properties across Gwent available on the market right now
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Blaina, Caerphilly and Blaenavon
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Separate Welsh legal jurisdiction ‘inevitably developing’
The Welsh Government’s chief legal adviser flatly denied reports a separate Welsh legal jurisdiction is off the agenda, telling the Senedd: “I said no such thing.”
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Play service scoops more awards for fighting hunger and supporting children
Torfaen Play Service has received five awards at the Welsh Government Food and Fun Awards.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Silence isn’t care – it’s the culture we need to change
It’s UK Anti-Bullying Week, and once again we’ll see schools, workplaces and health boards share slogans about kindness and respect.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Fiddler on the Roof is set to be staged in city this month
The first UK tour of the iconic musical Fiddler on the Roof is at the New Theatre, Cardiff from November 18 to 22.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000How the Met Office yellow weather warning will affect Newport this weekend
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for Newport, with heavy rain expected for most of Friday, November 14.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Belle Vue Park in all its glory
This selection of pictures were taken in Newport's beautiful Belle Vue Park.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Live music for all tastes going on in pubs across Gwent this weekend
Looking for some pub entertainment in Gwent this weekend?
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Stunning: Beautiful countryside near Blaenavon in pictures
This group of pictures was taken by camera club member Tammy Louise Mountain at Pwll Du near Blaenavon.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000‘We’re piling up laws never delivered’: former minister criticises own government
A former minister has accused the Welsh Government of “piling up laws” that are “never delivered”, painting a picture of a pattern of incompetence over the past decade.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Senedd unites in cross-party remembrance debate
Senedd members set aside their differences to reflect on the cost of war, sharing deeply personal family stories of loss in a poignant cross-party debate to mark Armistice Day.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Take to the seas for a special adventure on a cruise
On joining a Fred Olsen cruise, what struck us straight away was how it made us feel special.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 09:08:05 +0000LIVE: Emergency services called to lorry fire on A-road
There are reports of an incident on the A40 Raglan to Abergavenny.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:51:05 +0000LIVE: Severe delays on the M4 following crash
There are severe delays on the M4 following a crash.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:23:46 +0000Girl, 17, killed in own home and mother injured during alleged knife attack
A 17-year-old girl was killed in her own home and her mother was injured from an alleged knife attack at an address in Cefn Fforest near Blackwood
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 07:14:42 +0000LIVE: Updates as 'danger to life' warning issued due to heavy rain in Newport
The Met Office has issued a 'danger to life' warning to Newport and surrounding areas due to heavy rain being forecast.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000Met Office issues amber weather warnings as Storm Claudia to hit UK this week
The warning is in place from noon until the end of the day and covers parts of Wales, the Midlands, South West, South East and East of England.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000Over 600 Nationwide branches to remain until 2030 as 6561 banks close in 2025
Nationwide has promised to keep all of its more than 600 branches open until 2030, as other banks close more high street branches across the UK every week.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000How to get compensation for a cancelled or delayed flight amid easyJet strike
Here is how you can get compensation for a delayed or cancelled flight as staff at easyJet and Volotea go on strike.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000British Gas issue urgent November warning to Brits - 'you must act now'
British households have waited longer than ever to turn up their thermostats this year.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:17:36 +0000“It’s quite horrendous”: Shock and sadness as community mourns death of teenage girl
A community left shaken by news of a murder investigation on its doorstep has reacted to the tragedy.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000'Hate crime' investigation launched after customer posts Facebook review of pub
A police investigation has launched into the response to a couple posting a negative review of their meal online after a visit to the Waterloo Inn, Nash.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Shoplifter jailed after stealing meat, cosmetics and sweets
Newport shoplifter stole from Marks & Spencer, Boots and a Tesco Express
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 14:13:03 +0000Murder investigation launched after 17-year-old girl found dead - police at scene
Police have launched a murder investigation following the death of a teenager in Cefn Fforest.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Killer husband dies of heart attack after staff fail to find defibrillator
David Maggs died in HMP Parc in Bridgend, South Wales, of a heart attack while serving life
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Man accused of paying for the sexual services of a girl aged 16
Blackwood man, 25, accused of paying for the sexual services of a girl aged 16 accused of paying for the sexual services of a girl aged 16
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000Man and woman plead guilty to cocaine trafficking offences
Man and woman face prison sentences after they pleaded guilty to drug trafficking offences in Caerphilly
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 14:58:19 +0000House could be knocked down to make way for 21-home development
A three-bedroom house and its outbuildings could be demolished to make way for 21 new homes in Oakdale.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Emergency services called as road closes for hours due to ‘fallen tree’
Gwent Police attended Queensway in Llanwern which was closed due to a 'fallen tree.'
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Teenager threatened man with kitchen knife and assaulted custody officer
TEENAGER Ieuan Griffiths, from Cwmcarn, threatened a man with a kitchen knife before assaulting a police custody detention officer.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:13:52 +0000New 'major milestone' health and wellbeing centre opens in city
A new health and wellbeing centre has been officially opened by the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Praise for TV cop show that is 'making people better drivers'
The popular programme is now in its fifth series and has earned praise for its approach.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Health board under fire over spending on 'woke' training sessions
A health board is under fire from one local politician over its spending
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 17:05:44 +0000Police and crime commissioners set to be abolished from 2028
Police and crime commissioners in England and Wales will be scrapped by the Government, it has been announced.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000'Untapped' location could be key to reviving village fortunes
The village is at the centre of a protected area.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Woman raising money in memory of daughter named 'Volunteer of the Year'
A woman who has raised more than £24,000 for St David's Hospice Care has been named 'Volunteer or Fundraiser of the Year' at the South Wales Community Awards.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Police Commissioner has 'had talk with chief' on better protection for vulnerable
The force was subject to critical comments on protection for the vulnerable.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000This road in Monmouthshire will close for a month for gas main replacement works
A road in Raglan is set to close for gas main replacement works
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Tredegar, Cwmbran and Blackwood
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Takeaway applies for licence to serve late-night refreshments until 1am
A takeaway is seeking permission to serve late-night refreshments until 1am
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000Monmouthshire is one of best places in Wales for coverage
A study has identified Monmouthshire as one of the best counties in Wales for mobile network coverage.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000Pair celebrated for combined 75 years service at station
Two long-serving employees have been recognised for their decades of dedication at a motorway service area in Magor.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000Flooding predicted as amber weather warning issued
An amber weather warning has been issued for parts of Wales with flooding predicted.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000New leader of Gwent council promises to fix long-running problems
Councillor Jamie Pritchard, 40, elected as Caerphilly Council’s youngest leader, pledges urgent action on A469 repairs and announces new leadership team.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000More than 100 blankets made to help those in need in Gwent
Caerphilly Miners Centre volunteers create handmade blankets for community groups, supporting community spirit.