South Wales Argus

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'I’d never live here’ - Viral video of Newport traffic sparks new M4 relief road row
Disbelief over traffic congestion in Newport has reignited debate over the need for an M4 relief road

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Questions as Newport city centre steering group hasn't met for almost a year
In the aftermath of the 2009 global recession, Newport’s city centre was hit hard with an abundance of empty shop units, says Michael Enea.

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Planning a trip this Sunday? The main road closures in Wales might surprise you
No full motorway closures are planned in Gwent this weekend, but overnight disruption is still on the cards

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
I visited Newport’s newest dessert café and these brownies stole the show
I tried out Cakes and Cream—and here’s what I thought

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Five dogs looking for their forever home from Many Tears Rescue
These five furry friends from Many Tears Animal Rescue are all looking for their forever homes

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Six-bedroom 1930s home with vast entertaining space and countryside views for sale
Six-bedroom detached house situated on Chepstow Road, Langstone, Newport, is up for sale with an asking price of £850,000

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Pontypool and Caerphilly

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Drug dealer sentenced after being caught selling cannabis
Joshua Parfitt, 26, of Henry Morgan Close, Newport pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply cannabis

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
‘Holiday of a lifetime’ turned into nightmare after family fall ill on Egypt getaway
A Newport family say a £3,000 Loveholidays trip to Egypt left them sick, surrounded by building work and battling for a refund. Loveholidays was asked to comment.

Sat, 09 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Man pleads guilty to dangerous driving through his hometown
Corey Morgan, 21, admitted committing the offence in Ebbw Vale last summer

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Inside the arcade becoming a home for creatives, independents and alternative culture
High Street Arcade in Newport is carving out a reputation as a hub for independent businesses, creative talent, and alternative culture.

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
This riverside pub has one of the most impressive beer gardens in Gwent
The Hanbury Arms is Caerleon with its impressive beer garden is our Pub of the Week.

Sat, 09 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
He rang the cancer bell – now this Newport dad is sailing solo across the Atlantic
In an emotional ceremony on May 6 36-year-old Basseleg dad Luke Rossiter rang the bell at the Royal Gwent Hospital to mark the end of his chemo treatment for cancer.

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Man caught speeding at 60mph in 20mph zone
Sahil Ali, aged 18, was caught speeding at 60mph in 20mph zone on Cardiff Road in Newport

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Abandoned Newport farm could become animal sanctuary and therapy centre
A derelict farm is finding new purpose as a haven for animals and a source of hope for the community, thanks to one woman’s vision to turn rescue into recovery.

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
The small Newport café with a huge £7.50 burger and a big community heart
This is arguably one of the best cheesy burgers I’ve ever had, served at a Newport café where customers are treated more like friends than just diners.

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Bluebell havens named among UK’s best - and more stunning Gwent woodlands to explore
Several Gwent woodland spots have been named as some of the best places in the UK to see bluebells, according to The Sunday Times.

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Thief caught on CCTV stealing an entire display of Mini Eggs in shoplifting spree
A prolific thief has been jailed after stealing more than £4,000 worth of goods during a three-week shoplifting spree.

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
This vibrant neighbourhood is bursting with food, colour and community spirit
Take a stroll through Newport's urban heart, with great dessert parlours, splashes of colourful graffiti, and plenty of local character, and you’ll find Maindee

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Man and woman appear in court charged with drugs supply offences
Curtis Lewis, 29, of Comfrey Close, Newport and Hollie Sheen, 35, of Harlequin Drive, Newport are accused of possession with intent to supply class A drugs

Sat, 09 May 2026 15:00:00 +0100
No-swim warning still in place after 'abnormal situation' hits popular beach
People are still being advised not to enter the water at Lydstep Beach

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
‘Rare find’ £650,000 bungalow on huge plot with scope for kennels, builds and more
A bungalow with "significant potential for development" is being sold for £650,000.

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Caldicot and Caerphilly

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Council to consider increasing £2.60 per pupil figure it pays for free school meals
Warning more money for free school meals could hit education budget.

Sat, 09 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Can you recycle crisp packets at home? Recycling expert explains where they should go
Homeowners successfully recycle daily but do you know where your empty crisp packets should go?

Sat, 09 May 2026 09:00:00 +0100
The 'extra-special' rare Royal Mint 50p coin sold for 8,000 times its face value
We are all being urged to keep an eye out for an "extra-special" rare 50p coin.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dancing - 12 pictures from around Gwent
We set the theme of "dance" for our camera club members and they came back with a great selection of images.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Life-changing trip for servicemen turns into 'adventure'
A group of 10 British veterans have returned from Malta after completing a Heritage that Heals programme, led by homelessness charity ALABARÉ.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
How bad is the UK's pothole problem and what is being done about it?
Road maintenance emerged as a top priority for many voting in the recent elections.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Four things to do in Gwent this weekend
Discover top Gwent events this weekend, from Newport railway walks and the Alternative Market to Ultimate Floyd's Pink Floyd tribute and Bargoed May Fair.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Four events in Gwent pubs this weekend
Discover top live music events in Gwent this weekend, including a Pink Floyd tribute at The Patriot, rock gigs in Newport, and family fun at Cwmbran pubs.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
More than half of holidaymakers now choose package deals
Travellers are increasingly turning to package holidays for greater peace of mind.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans revealed to improve Monmouthshire town centre
Public realm improvements are being proposed to enhance the look and feel of the town centre in Monmouthshire.

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Advice on spotting ISS in the night sky this week and how to see Venus
Venus, the ‘evening star’, continues to dominate the sky in the west after sunset and over the coming week, the ISS can be seen in the evening skies.

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
The truth about the claim 'there's nothing for kids to do in Newport'
Every day on social media, like the proverbial bad penny, someone turns up to declare there’s ‘nothing for kids to do in Newport city centre’. If you take even the briefest wander around the city centre, you’ll find more indoor family activit...

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Calls for clarity after counter-terrorism arrests of former Labour advisers
The public have a right to know what advice was given by the three accused men and what Labour knew about their links to the Chinese communist party.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Jet2 announces expansion of summer flights from Bristol Airport
Tour operator Jet2 has introduced a new route from Bristol to Jersey for summer 2027.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Long leasehold of South Wales day nursery sold for £830,000
The long leasehold of a South Wales day nursery has been sold.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
What it really takes to be a foster carer in Torfaen
For foster carers in Torfaen, seemingly ordinary moments such as a child laughing, sharing their day, or asking to watch a film are powerful signs of progress.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Weight management programme relaunches with expanded entry options
A weight management programme has been relaunched to support residents in improving their health.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
World's last seagoing paddle steamer sets sail for 80th year
The world’s last seagoing paddle steamer has returned to service for a landmark anniversary year - and it will be coming to South Wales over the summer.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Senedd Election 2026: What happens if no party wins a majority?
We’ll soon be finding out who the 96 new Senedd Members will be.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Healthcare provider warns about 'headline anxiety' and mental health
Cygnet Health Care is encouraging people to set healthy boundaries with news consumption.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
ACCA says sustainability reporting can improve cross-border trade
Improved sustainability reporting could unlock smoother cross-border trade and investment according to a report by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Housebuyers offered £20k incentives on selected new builds in city
Homebuyers are being offered up to £20,000 in incentives on selected new builds across Wales, including one site in Newport.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Aldi raises £13 million for charity milestone with shopper support
Aldi has raised £13 million through a long-running charity partnership.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Children's mental health service in Wales wins national award
A Wales-based mental health service supporting children has won a national award for its work.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bodybuilder to climb Pen y Fan carrying wheelchair in tribute to late friend
A Torfaen bodybuilder is set to take on a mountain climb with a powerful twist.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
School Uniforms Grant closes this month, who can still apply
The School Essentials Grant in Wales, which provides financial support for uniforms and classroom supplies, closes on May 31.

Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Popular community farm show set to return
Greenmeadow Community Farm’s annual farm show is set to return in September - and will mark the farm’s first anniversary since reopening, following its extensive transformation to develop the visitor destination.

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