Barry driver banned for three years after cocaine-driving offence in Newport

Wales' 540 disused coal tips leave Gwent communities facing safety fears after Tredegar and Cwmtillery landslides, as Aberfan's legacy continues to shape Wales.

A Pontypool couple fear they will be denied Christmas with granddaughter after visa refusal.

Natasha Asghar launches campaign against proposed M4 junction closures at Newport’s Junctions, as Welsh Government reviews congestion plans.

Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney MP Nick Smith invited a ‘fantastic’ volunteer to Westminster after he won BBC Radio Wales ‘Make a Difference’ for supporting injured and poorly hedgehogs across Gwent.

Newport is more than Britain's 'worst High Street', with historic attractions, new businesses, investment and plenty of reasons to be proud of the city.

The building in Pontypool described as a former tennis pavilion will now have a new use.

A 24-year-old Welsh rugby player has died suddenly, prompting tributes across Welsh rugby.

Former boxing champion Joe Cordina has been cleared of assault.

A community in south Wales is remembering one of the worst mining-related disasters in UK history on the 60th anniversary.

St John Ambulance has paid tribute to the victims and heroes of the Aberfan disaster 60 years on.

The Archbishop of Wales has paid tribute to the victims of Aberfan on the 60th anniversary of the tragedy.

Legend Buffet Cwmbran sits just off Glyndwr Road at Leisure@Cwmbran, a short walk from Vue cinema and the rest of the complex, and has quietly built a following among families looking for a straightforward night out with plenty of choice on the plate...

A country pub on the Gwent Levels has started a new chapter under new management and is now open seven days a week.

The King, Queen and Prince of Wales will visit Aberfan to mark the 60th anniversary of the disaster.

A lorry crash closed a major stretch of the M4 motorway for more than six hours on Monday night, October 19

THE man who witnessed the death of children.

In court from Newport, Tredegar, Risca and Cwmbran

Martin Lewis says getting car insurance quotes exactly 26 days early could slash premiums. Some drivers cut bills by nearly 50% using the little-known trick.

Caerphilly council tax premiums cut long-term empty homes by 129, while 252 council properties remain vacant amid repair and safety-check delays.

Lidl will be launching a new card where shoppers will have £50 to spend on Middle Aisle items every month for a year.

A Cwmbran man has been jailed after being convicted of multiple child sex offences against an underage schoolgirl

A jury will hear the inquest into the death of Pontypool student Megan Draper, 18, and consider whether the meningitis death could have been prevented

Three children are injured after a double-decker school bus hit a railway bridge in Newport on October 20, disrupting trains between Newport and Hereford.

A fish and chip shop with deep family roots and a growing reputation is in the running for a national award.

A new Chicking fried chicken restaurant is coming to Newport with a mouth-watering launch day offer.

British Heart Foundation's Cwmbran store is advertised to let amid nationwide closure plans, although a closure date has not been confirmed.

New service across Gwent will support social work and care workers career prospects.

Liz Saville Roberts warns England and Wales’ probation system is ‘on the brink of collapse’ as 650 prisoners are released early on October 13, 2026.

Investigations are continuing after a brown discharge was reported entering the Severn Estuary near Magor last week

Newport planning dispute sees council reject aerial photo evidence that land at Little Hunters Lodge, Chepstow Road, was a residential garden for 10 years.

A new coffee bar has opened at Woodland Road Community Hwb in Cwmbran, serving hot drinks, iced coffees and cakes after a successful trial.

Caldicot's Kre8tive Theatre wins Contribution to the Arts at the South Wales Community Awards 2026 as the group celebrates its 10th anniversary.

Monmouthshire MP Catherine Fookes calls for stronger Ofcom action over Royal Mail delays, as late post affects NHS appointments and driving licences in Wales.

Tennis courts at Panteg House in Sebastopol are to be resurfaced.

Bathroom mould hack: Bleach-soaked tissue left on silicone sealant for 12-24 hours can help lift stubborn stains.

Drivers will soon be given new rights so they can avoid "unfair" fines over £100 for making common mistakes in private car parks across the UK.

I love living near the Mon and Brec Canal. Now, work has started. Weeds, overgrown vegetation and fallen trees are being removed, culverts cleared and the canal dredged and cut back.

A former Wales and Lions star is set to inspire audiences with his story of balancing rugby success and personal growth.

The Prime Minister has described the Aberfan disaster as 'one of the most horrifying tragedies this country has ever seen' on a visit to pay his respects ahead of the 60th anniversary.

Residents are being invited to share their views to help shape the future of reuse shops in Monmouthshire.

Welsh Lamb and Welsh Beef have taken centre stage at one of the world's largest food and drink exhibitions.

A gruelling Sahara Desert trek is set to test the endurance of fundraisers in support of a lifesaving cause.

A cross containing a relic of the True Cross has been entrusted to the Catholic Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia.

An allotment project has received funding to grow fresh, seasonal food for the community in South Wales.

Plans for further devolution have been welcomed following the First Minister's speech on further devolution in Wales.

From punk gigs to Halloween parties, Gwent has a packed schedule of events to enjoy this weekend.

From ABBA tributes to tropical fish fairs, Gwent has a packed schedule of events to enjoy this weekend.

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?

A school recycling event has been praised for helping families and promoting sustainability.