A THEATRE operator working at one of Wales’ most overrun hospitals in Gwent has shared the “nightmare” impact Covid has had on him, and why it angers him to see more people flouting lockdown rules.

GWENT Police are investigating the death of a large number of sheep in Monmouthshire.

MAPS comparing the current situation with that of four weeks ago show a slight improvement in the spread of coronavirus across South Wales in the past month.

A TALENTED balloon artist from Ebbw Vale has been keeping people entertained during the pandemic with a series of colourful displays.

A MASS vaccination centre has opened in Abergavenny as part of the Welsh Government's efforts to combat the spread of coronavirus.

A "STALKER drove like a psycho” behind his police officer girlfriend who he would follow after secretly placing a GPS tracking device in her car.

A MAN has pleaded guilty to possessing an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence.

THIS picture shows a visit by the Prince of Wales (who went on to become King Edward VIII) on a visit to Newport in the early 1920s.

AN AUTHOR from Chepstow who survived a brain tumour which had been growing inside him for more than 20 years has explained how he has fought back with a seriously popular anti-Donald Trump book.

FOUR fearless friends will be taking a giant leap later this year to raise awareness and funds towards tackling mental health issues in young people.

A FATHER-SON motorcycle racing team from Blaenavon are gearing up for their biggest challenge yet after making the step up to the national stage.

Inside the seven-bedroom Newport country mansion on the market for £1.75 million.

PARTYGOERS were fined after police were called to a gathering at a house in Gwent.

THE average number of coronavirus patients in Gwent hospitals over the last seven days fell for the first time in more than two months this week.

THERE have been 55 newly reported deaths and 1,129 newly confirmed coronavirus cases according to Public Health Wales.

THESE six criminals were recently handed prison sentences for offences such as drug dealing, burglary and wounding with intent.

THERE was no sign of long queues or any panic buying at Newport's supermarkets today, despite new coronavirus restrictions from the Welsh Government.

A PIECE of lockdown-inspired street art is now on display elsewhere after being removed from a building.

THE success of Newport's new average speed zone in cutting motorway congestion will depend on how well the speed limit is enforced, experts say.

POLICE in Cardiff are appealing for information following a serious assault in the city last night.

A WEATHER warning for rain has been issued for most of Wales next week.

A LORRY driver who knocked a woman off her motorbike in an "unforgivably reckless" piece of driving has avoided being sent to prison.

Did you take part in National Dress Up Your Pet day? Here is a selection of Gwent pets in their finery.

During the latest lockdown, you are not alone.

A MAN was remanded in custody after he pleaded guilty to stalking a woman.

HOUSE prices in Gwent are still on the rise according to Zoopla - and these are some of the most expensive places to buy in the region.

COUNTY Hall in Cwmbran, originally the home of Gwent County Council, was formerly opened by the Queen Mother in 1978.

A CARE boss has been left frustrated by people in Gwent not turning up for coronavirus vaccines.

NESTLED in the Monmouthshire village of Wolvesnewton, near Chepstow, was the Model Farm and Folk Museum. On display were items of every day rural life from the reign of Queen Victoria to the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, including agricultural...

The countdown to the South Wales Argus Pride of Gwent Awards is under way and the 2020/2021 event has attracted some astounding entries, as SUE BRADLEY discovers.

DRIVERS in Newport are paying more for their car insurance than anyone else in Wales.

PLANNED improvements for a park in Caldicot have been announced after funding was secured for the work.

THE continued coronavirus restrictions on children's sport has had an adverse effect on their physical and mental health.

MONMOUTHSHIRE residents have been urged to respond to a consultation on boundary changes in the county.

NEARLY one in 20 patients in the UK are waiting in emergency departments for more than 12 hours to be admitted to hospital, data suggests.

Businesses in Monmouthshire affected by Covid-related restrictions are eligible for a Welsh Government grant that will offer cash support during the pandemic.

Aldi and Lidl have revealed the latest items hitting the shelves in the middle aisles of their stores from Sunday, January 17, 2021.

One of the newest symptoms you should be looking out for according to experts is Covid tongue.

Stores including the likes of Sainsbury's, Tesco, Aldi, Asda, Lidl, Morrisons and Waitrose have urgently recalled a number of items.

Virgin Media has introduced a range of new measures to help keep customers connected and entertained amid a third national lockdown.

If the Earth continues to speed up, then we may need to implement a “negative leap second”.