South Wales Argus

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Welsh Government backs Newport city centre Old Green scheme despite opposition
The future of a high-profile transport scheme remains under debate, with renewed backing from a senior minister, with the Welsh Government remaining committed.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans for 14 one-bedroom flats on former Newport transport yard approved
Plans for 14 new one-bedroom flats in Newport have won the approval of the city council’s planning committee.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Three-year-old enjoys magic moment at Newport County's clash with Roma
Teddy Thomas had the experience of a lifetime as a matchday mascot for Newport County.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Newport Live is 'one of the most important community organisations in the city'
As many people know, I’ve been closely involved with Newport Live for many years. Volunteering for Newport Live has been one of the great privileges of my life. Stepping back has given me the chance to talk about Newport Live from the outside and t...

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Timber fence without planning permission is to protect historic ruins from tourists
The timber fence is intended to protect the Abbey Wireworks ruins in Tintern.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Expert warns many farmers risk being caught out by digital tax rules
While the well-publicised Making Tax Digital (MTD) is now in place, farmers who operate as a partnership or limited company are currently exempt.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Cheapest places to fill up with petrol or diesel in and around Newport
To help you get the best deal on your petrol or diesel, we've compiled a list of the cheapest garages in and around Newport.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0100
How and when to see the solar eclipse in South Wales
Jonathan Powell explores the partial solar eclipse that will occur on Wednesday.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dry Gwent still beautiful in these stunning pictures
Gwent may be parched but it is still looking beautiful and these pictures from members of the South Wales Argus Camera Club prove it.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Great things to do in Gwent this weekend from Comic Con to Shakespeare
From Comic Con Wales to outdoor theatre at Chepstow Castle, Gwent has a packed schedule of events to enjoy this weekend.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Gwent gigs you can't miss this weekend
From tribute nights to reggae parties, Gwent pubs have a packed schedule of events to enjoy this weekend.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0100
There's one extraordinary feature growing inside this £950k family home
Hidden doors to two bedrooms and a money tree growing through the landing are among standout features at Providence Cottage, Trellech.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:22:59 +0100
Five arrested as investigation continues and one person remains critical - LIVE
Mill Road and Hospital Road in Pontnewynydd are still closed following violent disorder on Thursday evening, August 6.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:36:15 +0100
Flights at Bristol Airport suspended amid runway defect - when will services resume?
All flights at Bristol Airport have been suspended until at least 8am on Saturday (August 8) due to a runway defect.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
In The Dock - Look who’s had their cases heard in court recently
A round-up from the courts lists recent cases heard at magistrates’ courts involving defendants from Newport, Cwmbran, Ebbw Vale and Pontypool.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Former disused South Wales castle that's now 'breathtaking, real-life Disney castle'
Discover the history behind South Wales' very own 'Disney castle' - Castell Coch, including what movies and TV shows have been filmed there.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Lord Kinnock tells Andy Burnham to launch 'capital gains tax raid'
Former Torfaen MP and Labour leader Lord Kinnock has told Andy Burnham to launch a ‘capital gains tax raid’ at his first Budget.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Popular Cardiff chicken joint conquers Newport Market
Popular Nashville hot chicken brand Fowl & Fury says the food hall has brought in new customers and strong trade

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:14:32 +0100
Asda and Morrisons recall pasta products due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination
Asda and Morrisons have been forced to recall three pasta products due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination - see those affected.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Call for shortcut to remain closed to traffic backed by hundreds who signed petition
Goldwire Lane in Monmouth has been closed to traffic for nearly two years dividing opinion.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Police helicopter, forensic teams and cordons as village wakes to major operation
A tense atmosphere descended on the Torfaen village of Pontnewynydd on Friday, August 7, after a serious incident of violent disorder left a 56-year-old man critically ill in hospital.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:15:00 +0100
Four arrests, critical injuries and road closures - everything we know so far
Four men have been arrested following a violent incident near Pontypool yesterday evening, August 6.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Drug dealer jailed after £88,000 of cocaine, heroin and crack seized in Newport
A drug dealer has been jailed after being caught with thousands of pounds worth of heroin, cocaine, and crack cocaine in Newport.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Newport fire victim raises £24,000 after blaze destroys business and livelihood
Traders are facing a long road to recovery after a fire tore through a Caerleon industrial estate. The blaze ripped through Newport’s Star Trading Estate on Saturday, August 1, destroying businesses, equipment and years of hard work.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Lifelong Newport County supporter says row has left her unable to attend matches
Lifelong Newport County fan says she was told she can’t volunteer after online comments as club stresses code of conduct rules.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0100
Council tipped off about home office loft conversion without planning permission
Council acted after tip off that conversion at Cwmbran home carried out without permission.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Man arrested after police discover suspected Class A and Class B drugs
A man has been arrested after police found suspected Class A and Class B drugs during patrols in Newport yesterday evening, August 6.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Cannabis farm with 150 plants dismantled as police officers make arrest
A cannabis farm with 150 plants has been uncovered by neighbourhood policing officers.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
'Courteous' garage boss to appeal after being denied permission for new workshop
The site in Cwmbran is already used for car repairs and sales but new garage ruled out.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0100
A couple want to turn restored washroom at grade II-listed home into a scriptorium
The washroom is part of Caerwent House that dates back more than 300 years.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0100
Vehicle seized after rider caught driving in anti-social manner
A vehicle has been seized after it was ridden anti-socially in Newport, according to Gwent Police.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:30:00 +0100
Crowds gather as emergency services respond to city centre incident
A man in desperate need of psychological help left onlookers concerned in Newport today, Friday, August 7, after he threatened to jump from a piece of architecture in the city centre.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0100
Drivers face disruption as key Pontypool road closes for electricity works
A road closure will affect New Road, New Inn, Pontypool.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Plaid Cymru holds council seat as candidate storms to by-election victory
Note to editors: Added photo of Cllr Cook with supporters. Copy unchanged.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Free wildlife events to explore 'undiscovered' area of Newport this weekend
A series of free nature events will be held in Newport this weekend.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Full list of St David's Hospice lottery winners for this week
The lucky winners of St David's Hospice weekly lottery have been revealed.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Latest house price figures for Wales and the UK
Welsh house prices have edged up as part of the UK’s steady housing market, according to Lloyds.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Will council 'decontaminate' area and replace damaged barrier?
I see that some of our 'visitors' have left the Glebelands park after destroying the barrier in the process.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
'Can we give the new Senedd Cabinet a chance to implement their polices?'
Councillor Kevin Etheridge asks: 'Can we give the new Senedd Cabinet a chance to implement their polices?'

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
'61 per cent of people want to tax the wealthy a little more'
This reader believes that "61 per cent of people want to tax the wealthy a little more."

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
13-night music festival in a castle kicks off next week
Chepstow Castle is set to come alive with music this summer as a 13-night festival with a packed line-up.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Hope is important, but we must not lose sight of the here and now
Across the political spectrum, we’ve recently seen an increased focus on ‘hope’, with Labour, the Conservatives and Green Party all sharing similar messages about why this is important.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Popular interactive event returns to Monmouth
An interactive "Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote" event will return to the Savoy Theatre in Monmouth.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Monmouth actress bringing here new play to her hometown theatre
A play exploring the experiences of midlife women is set to hit the stage in Monmouth.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
'Not contaminated – but only on paper'
Councillor Jan Jones and Councillor Janine Reed discuss Ty Llwyd Quarry's =not contaminated land" status.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Here's when and where a popular male voice choir will host its annual concert
Blackwood Miner's Institute will host the annual concert of the Mynyddislwyn Male Choir in September.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
It's set to be a Magic experience when this popular tribute act comes to town
A popular Take That tribute act is coming to Blackwood Miner's Institute.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Metal legends celebrated as tribute bands perform in Crumlin
A night of powerful rock and metal is coming to Crumlin as Metallica and Ozzy Osbourne tributes take to the stage.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Trigger Happy TV star announces 25th anniversary live tour stop in Monmouth
Dom Joly is set to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Trigger Happy TV with a live stage tour - and it's coming to Monmouthshire.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0100
'My language is not a mistake' - widow on High Court case over death certificate
A widow has won the right to receive her husband’s death certificate in Welsh after taking her case to the High Court following three years of campaigning.

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