South Wales Argus
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Violent abuser hit and stamped on partner before stubbing out cigarette on her
ABUSIVE boyfriend Scott Morris, from Ty Sign, Risca, punched and stamped on his partner during a horrific violent attack at her home.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Drugs runner caught red-handed delivering cocaine and nearly £4,000 cash
Newport drugs runner caught red-handed delivering cocaine and with nearly £4,000 when he was pulled over by the police
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Council defends city centre work amid phone box and ‘worst’ Christmas tree criticism
Senior councillors in Newport have defended the local authority’s work in the city centre, following criticism of a prominent Christmas tree and littering.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Brexit and subsidy changes means new business uses needed for farm shed
The site was previously home to a riding school and stables.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000'Warmth, humour and positivity': Nursery and practioners praised in joint inspection
A nursery has been praised for its care and leadership in a joint inspection report
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Mum at Caerphilly TV debate who said family 'had never felt so unwelcome' joins Plaid
A mother who made headlines after attacking Reform’s immigration stance at last year’s Caerphilly Senedd by-election TV debate has been announced as a Plaid Cymru candidate.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Abertillery, Chepstow and Caerphilly
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Agricultural field with solar panels will still be available for grazing
The panels will be used to provide power to a nearby house.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Monmouthshire road to close for a day for poling works later this month
A section of Glascoed Lane is set to close for one day later this month
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Lower inflation brings growth opportunity, but recent cost challenges remain
As we enter a new year, small business owners across Gwent are facing a changing economic landscape, says Scott Harris.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:13:48 +0000LIVE travel updates as disruption expected after Met issues Amber warning
An amber weather warning has been issued by the Met Office for snow, difficult conditions are expected with potential disruption to travel.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Nearly half of Welsh people plan to use fitness apps this year
Nearly half of Welsh adults plan to use fitness apps in 2026, citing motivation, privacy, and mental health benefits, according to GLL research. Live Better app launched.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Drivers urged to cash in as cost of car insurance drops
Car insurance costs in Newport dropped by 10 per cent in 12 months, say confused.com. Drivers urged to compare quotes before VED and fuel duty rises hit UK motorists.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Runner to take on 200-mile ultra-marathon in 'super-human challenge'
Runner Mike Morgan to tackle the 200-mile Wild Horse 200 to raise £5,000 for Sherman Theatre bursaries, supporting youth access to arts in South Wales.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:26:20 +0000Martin Clunes to portray Huw Edwards in new drama about ‘double life’ of presenter
Doc Martin favourite Martin Clunes will portray Huw Edwards in a new 5 drama which says it will show the 'double life' of the disgraced BBC presenter
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000Expert reveals how the cold weather might be stunting your hair growth
An expert has revealed the science behind why the cold weather might slow down your hair growth this winter.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:12:55 +0000Gabby Logan's dad and Welsh football legend, Terry Yorath, dies aged 75
Gabby Logan's Dad, former Leeds and Wales footballer Terry Yorath, has died at the age of 75.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:08:13 +0000Lidl apologises to shoppers as recall and 'do not eat' warning issued
A Lidl spokesman added: “We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your cooperation.”
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000Millions of taxpayers facing £100 HMRC fine ahead of key deadline this month
According to recent HMRC estimates, there are still around 5 million taxpayers still to file their Self Assessment return, due in later this month
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000Brits who use weight loss injections issued 'super flu' warning over next few weeks
People who are currently using weight loss injections have been issued a flu warning.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000'Hundreds of thousands' of older people missing out on £4,300 State Pension boost
Former pensions' minister Steve Webb is urging older people on lower incomes to claim Pension Credit, and encouraging friends and relatives to help them
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +000090-year-old woman forced to wait 32 hours for ambulance with fractured hip
Welsh Ambulance Service and health board respond after a 90-year-old woman waited more than 32 hours for an ambulance following a fall.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 13:53:44 +0000Drug dealer caught red-handed outside nightclub with female customer
Newport drug dealer caught outside Legacy nightclub with female customer
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:51:40 +0000Jealous man torched vehicles outside ex-girlfriend and children’s home
Jealous Blackwood man high on cocaine torched three vehicles outside his ex-girlfriend and children’s home in Abertillery
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000Nurse struck off after squeezing patient’s penis
Caerphilly nurse struck off after squeezing patient’s penis at Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Man jailed for driving whilst disqualified and failing to provide specimen
Rogue motorist caught driving whilst disqualified in Newport on the weekend
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000Morrisons store closes after horrified shoppers spot rodent scuttling around aisles
Environmental Health officers investigated a rodent sighting at Morrisons confirming no risk to public health after action was taken.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000WATCH - ‘Lunatic driver’ overtakes car before crashing into hedge
A video shows a driver dangerously overtaking on Henllys Lane, Cwmbran before reportedly crashing into a hedge
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 17:02:43 +0000Supermarket store with 'rodent in the shop' pleads guilty to food hygiene offences
A supermarket in Cwmbran has pleaded guilty to four food hygiene offences.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Man warned he’s facing jail after pleading guilty to serious assault
Abergavenny man warned he’s facing jail after pleading guilty to a serious assault
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Daughter running gruelling 40km to spread awareness for bowel cancer in mum's memory
A determined daughter from Ebbw Vale is set to run a gruelling 40km challenge in memory of her mother, hoping to spread awareness about the subtle signs of bowel cancer.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000Fears 'lives will be made a misery' if 1,300 homes go ahead without bypass
There are renewed calls for a Forest of Dean Gateway road to bypass Chepstow and ease congestion on the A48 amid fears hundreds of new homes will make people’s lives a misery.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000Aneurin Bevan Health Board introduces new system for planning caesarean
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board updates how planned caesareans are scheduled at The Grange Hospital following new national guidance.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000WATCH - Dramatic police raid in Newport sees three teenagers arrested
Three people were arrested after Gwent Police executed a drug warrant at a property in Pill, Newport, on Tuesday morning.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000Kebab shop with zero hygiene rating told urgent improvements needed in all areas
A kebab shop has been given a zero hygiene rating and told urgent improvements are needed in all areas.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Residents in these streets win big in People's Postcode Lottery draw
Two streets in Gwent were among the latest winners in the People's Postcode Lottery
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000'Good' council department says it has delivered £104m boost to local economy
Council department marks itself 'good' and claims £100m economic impact.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000Stunning Gwent landscapes captured in breathtaking shots
Photographer Megan Rathbone has captured stunning images of a paraglider flying over Sugar Loaf Mountain in Abergavenny on New Year’s Eve.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000Landowner says 'no threat’ to nature reserve despite refusal of quarry plan
Talks over a licence for a nature reserve are continuing says landowner in planning row.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000Part of a Monmouthshire road to close for ash dieback tree removal
Part of a Monmouthshire road will be closed for two weeks to allow for tree removal
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Caldicot and Caerphilly
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000Lib Dems say Conservatives hint they may scrap free bus passes for over-60s in Wales
The future of free bus travel for older people is at the centre of a heated political debate
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000Lidl given green light to install seven-piece signage scheme at new store in city
Lidl has received permission to install a seven-piece signage scheme at its new Newport store
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000All of Blaenau Gwent should benefit from £20m funding boost - councillors say
COUNCILLORS want to see all of Blaenau Gwent benefit from a £20 million funding boost from the UK Government over the next 10 years and not just one area.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0000Couple who met at Jammie Dodgers factory celebrate 25 years of marriage
Jenny and Colin Smith from Cwmbran celebrate 25 years of marriage after meeting at the Llantarnam Jammie Dodgers factory, Fox’s Burton’s Companies.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0000More than 100 fines handed out for dog fouling in Wales
Welsh councils issue 118 dog fouling fines, totalling £7,620. Blaenau Gwent, Monmouthshire, Newport and others clamp down to keep communities clean.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0000Competition to give young farmers a voice
British Wool launches 'Ewe and your Views' competition for UK young farmers to share wool industry insights via short videos.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0000New round of marine and fisheries scheme opens for applications
Welsh Government opens £1.85m Marine and Fisheries Scheme, supporting Wales’ seafood, aquaculture and coastal communities.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0000House buyers could get a £30,000 incentive in Wales
Bellway offers up to £30,000 towards new homes in Wales at Alder Grove, Longwood Grange and Parc Mawr, helping buyers with deposits, moving costs and extras.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0000University degree apprenticeship helps steel worker to shine
A materials science degree apprenticeship at UWTSD is equipping Tata Steel’s Charlie Morgan with vital engineering and workplace skills.