South Wales Argus

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:51:53 +0100
Teenage boy critical in hospital after serious incident on the weekend
A teenage boy is in a critical condition following a single-car crash yesterday in Ebbw Vale yesterday, June 22.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Older vs younger Newport divided on whether teenagers need spaces or self-motivation
Young people in Newport say they have nowhere to go and nothing to do.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:49:50 +0100
Sir Keir Starmer confirms that he will step down as Prime Minister in statement
Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed that he will step down as Prime Minister.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Pontypool and Abergavenny

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Decision due on 'desperately needed' £600,00 revamp for town's 'dated' leisure centre
Caldicot Leisure Centre has lagged behind other facilities prompting the investment.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Which roads will be affected by road closures in Torfaen this month amid maintenace?
Temporary road closures are planned for Pontypool and Cwmbran later this month to allow utility and maintenance works to take place.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Festival named one of UK’s best-value music events could surprise many crowds in 2026
An eco-friendly festival has been named one of the UK’s best-value music events for 2026.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
£1.55m home hiding a secret garden, tennis court and stables within the historic wall
A five-bedroom home with its own stable and grass tennis court has been put on the market for £1.55 million.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'The only logical answer staring in the face of any Newport politicians'
Once again the subject of M4 congestion and a possible solution has raised its head.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Future of Newport’s Westgate Hotel under discussion amid regeneration hopes
Discussions are ongoing over the future of Newport’s Westgate Hotel, an important landmark in the history of the Chartist movement and the struggle for democracy.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Taking a look back 50 years when cyanide was discharged into a Gwent river
50 years ago today, we reported that police issued warnings after cyanide was discharged into a river near Pontllanfraith. We take a look back at the story - and others from 50 and 100 years ago.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Say a big hello to one of Gwent's newest arrivals
Say hello to Dallas Luke Bourne, one of the newest arrivals in Gwent.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Six great pictures from around the region
This is just a small selection of the pictures shared by members of the South Wales Argus Camera Club and you can see more by visiting the SWACC page on Facebook. More than 5,800 people are signed up as camera club members. Why not join them?

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:40:28 +0100
LIVE - Heavy traffic across M4 network following early morning crash
There is heavy traffic on the M4 eastbound following a crash between J25 (Caerleon) and J24 (Coldra). Follow along for the latest updates.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Doctor Who star hints at return 9 years after first appearing on hit BBC show
Doctor Who star Jodie Whittaker has teased that she would like to return to the hit BBC show.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0100
Met Office urges UK households to switch off 4 appliances this week amid heatwave
Brit households are being warned to prepare for almost two days of potential power cuts.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0100
First 4 Strictly Come Dancing contestants confirmed for new BBC series in line-up
The first four stars have been revealed for the next series of Strictly Come Dancing.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Vinted side hustle earned mum £2,000 after Maternity Pay slashed her income
A mum whose income plunged by more than £2,000 a month after having a baby says a simple side hustle selling outgrown children's clothes has become her financial "safety net".

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Emmerdale and Corrie set for fresh schedule shakeup next week - see what's changing
Emmerdale and Corrie will see more schedule changes in the coming week as ITV's World Cup coverage continues.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
What a huge £16bn in new investment could mean for Newport’s economy in the future
From semiconductors to docks and AI, we look at how the £16bn Wales Investment Summit announcements and UK‑backed projects could reshape Newport’s economy.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Inside Celtic Manor’s new Laurent‑Perrier Champagne Garden pop‑up full of dreams
Celtic Manor’s Laurent‑Perrier Champagne Garden brings Bridgerton‑style summer vibes, live music, sharing plates and fizz to a pink‑hued lawn overlooking the golf course.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
The community pub near Newport with a buzzing outdoor terrace and wedding lodge
The Rock and Fountain Inn in Penhow is our Pub of the Week.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Amber "severe weather event" warning active as temperatures set to rise above 30C
An amber extreme heat warning has been issued covering Wales and large parts of England with Newport set to face soaring temperatures.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
'It's a squeeze' Labour and Reform by-election battle leaves little room for others
Other parties fear being crowded out as Labour and Reform battle for vacant seat.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
‘Cheaper to go to England’ - Sailors priced out as rises hit popular reservoir
The construction was supposed to represent opportunity but fear is that is being lost.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
From halloumi toast to Welsh beer, Pugh’s Garden Kitchen delivers a full morning out
A garden centre café is drawing visitors with its vibrant breakfast menu and inviting atmosphere.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:05:00 +0100
What are the 7 best-rated pubs in Gwent on TripAdvisor for a Father's Day pint?
From charming beer gardens to historic inns, Gwent is brimming with pubs perfect for raising a pint with Dad this Father’s Day.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
A patient was forced to sleep in a staff room during 8 day hospital stay
A patient from Newport has spoken out after being left to sleep in the staff room during an eight-day hospital stay

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0100
£815k home hides 'picture window' bedroom with stunning farmland views plus gardens
A house with a 'picture window' in the master bedroom providing 'far-reaching views' over surrounding farmland is up for sale.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
NOSTALGIA Welsh coal mine that closed in 1980 and now welcomes 100k visitors a year
A former coal mine has attracted more than three million visitors since opening as a museum.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
£14k home just over border leaves South Wales buyers stunned at modernisation needs
House-hunters in South Wales may be tempted by a bargain property just over the border, as a two-bedroom home in the Forest of Dean has gone on the market with a guide price of just £14,000.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Four 'gorgeous' pictures we love this week from South Wales Argus Camera Club
Here we bring you four fabulous animal pictures from our South Wales Argus Camera Club members.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
£40.4 million cost for Old Green roundabout branded 'obscene amount of money'
Recently, I submitted a freedom of information (FOI) request to Newport City Council on the cost of implementing the barmy ‘active travel’ changes in-and-around the city centre

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Seven-bedroom city mansion with original features for sale for £750,000
An imposing seven-bedroom detached period house with restored original features on Oakfield Road, Newport, has been put on the market for offers in the region of £750,000.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:55:24 +0100
Recap - updates as emergency services respond to road crash
Motorists are being advised to avoid the area where possible while emergency crews respond to the incident. Traffic delays are expected in the surrounding area as emergency services deal with the collision.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:01:00 +0100
School pupils get summer safety tips from local police officers
Community support officers delivered a summer safety talk at Hendre Junior School in Caerphilly.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Newport business says hiring is challenging as UK job vacancies hit 5 year low
Job vacancies in the UK have dropped to their lowest level in over five years - how is it affecting Newport?

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Holiday let approved at 6-acre equestrian property near Caldicot
A former office building is set to become a holiday let.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Cwmbran and Caerphilly

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +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, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
337 jobs and £54m waste depot planned to tackle recycling crisis
Caerphilly Council has set out plans for its new waste depot, which it hopes holds the key to improving the county borough’s low recycling rates.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0100
I spent 18 hours a week on social media – so I quit to see what it would do to me
With the potential of a social media ban in the UK, I quit using Facebook, Instagram, X and TikTok for a week. This is what happened.

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:46:24 +0100
Gavin and Stacey star signs up for BBC's Strictly Come Dancing in surprising move
A familiar face will soon be gracing the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Shopper finds ‘bone-like’ object in supermarket dessert
A shopper has raised concerns about food safety after finding an unexpected object in a dessert.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Bypass cost soars past £75m with ‘no realistic’ chance of funding
A new report has set out challenges facing a proposed Chepstow bypass.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
‘It smells, there are rats’ - residents demand action on rubbish crisis
Overflowing bins, fly-tipping, and streets piled high with rubbish have become the daily reality for two residents.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Five of the best pubs in Newport to watch the World Cup
We've compiled a list of five of the best pubs in Newport to watch the World Cup in.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Mechanical digger driver, 53, died after inhaling stomach contents, inquest rules
A 53-year-old mechanical digger driver from Abertridwr died at home after inhaling stomach contents while acutely intoxicated by alcohol, an inquest has heard.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Why is a major footpath near a popular canal route set to remain closed for 6 months?
A section of a footpath in Cwmbran will stay closed for six more months due to ongoing works.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
£1.1m home hides own arctic cabin with BBQ plus gym in 3.75-acre countryside retreat
A six-bedroom detached house with panoramic views across unspoilt countryside has been put on the market in Monmouthshire for offers over £1,100,000.

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