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Sat, 20 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000
‘Too late’: Newport and Monmouthshire traders on Covid study
PEOPLE from Gwent particularly affected by current coronavirus restrictions have been responding to the findings of a health body’s report into Covid-19.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Tributes paid to ex-Argus sportswriter Martin Johnson
TRIBUTES have been paid to a hugely successful and quick-witted sports journalist, who began his career at the Argus, following his death at the age of 71.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
My Newport: 'The city should be proud of its architecture'
WE'VE been asking our readers what they like about living in Newport and Gwent.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 04:05:00 +0000
For all you cat lovers - five Gwent moggies
Here is your weekly fix of pets from around Gwent.Each Friday we bring you a selection of pictures which reader's have sent in of their beloved pets.If you want to be part of this just to go www.southwalesargus.co.uk/lockdown-pets/ and fill in the...

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
A trip down memory lane with these five Gwent weddings
For the last year many couples have had to postpone their weddings, so we thought it would be nice to have a look back at our readers’ big days down the years.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Caerphilly paedophile handed suspended jail sentence
A PAEDOPHILE will have to register as a sex offender for seven years after he admitted downloading child abuse images.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Bereaved families eligible for £500 in government support
FAMILIES in Wales who have lost a child will soon be able to receive £500 towards funeral costs from the Welsh Government.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Pride of Gwent: Bernie’s programme is an inspiration
The Argus' Pride of Gwent awards were held last week, in which a plethora of dedicated volunteers were hailed for their hard work during the pandemic. Here we highlight just one of them.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Downs Farmhouse up for sale in the Vale of Glamorgan
A BEAUTIFUL five bedroom farmhouse is up for sale in the Vale of Glamorgan.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Aldi and Lidl middle aisles: What's available from Sunday?
Aldi and Lidl have revealed the latest items hitting the shelves in the middle aisles of their stores from Sunday, March 21 2021.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 15:41:44 +0000
Shop worker stole £6.5k from till at Nisa Local Tredegar
A SHOP assistant working on the tills stole from her employer after pocketing more than £6,500 from cash sales.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 19:05:54 +0000
Ruth Williams: Court of Appeal referral over 'lenient' sentence
THE five-year jail sentence handed to a Cwmbran man who killed his wife at the start of lockdown last March, has been referred to the Court of Appeal by the Attorney General as being 'unduly lenient'.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 17:54:45 +0000
Latest Wales roadmap on when businesses can open
GYMS and leisure centres in Wales could be allowed to re-open in just over a month's time, it has been announced.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:31:02 +0000
Re-opening of the Newport-Ebbw Vale rail line going ahead
A £70 MILLION loan will be offered to Blaenau Gwent council to put plans in motion to re-open the rail line between Newport and Ebbw Vale.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 14:54:49 +0000
Newport driving instructors hold protest against Covid rules
DRIVING instructors across Newport held a demonstration against the lack of clarity around when lessons will be able to resume today.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 11:40:27 +0000
Caerphilly Council pay row: Pay-off for Anthony O'Sullivan
CAERPHILLY council’s eight-year pay dispute with its sacked former chief executive has finally come to an end – with a £108,500 pay off.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:58:00 +0000
Coronavirus: How Gwent & Wales hospital numbers are changing
CORONAVIRUS hospital admissions in Gwent make up more than 60 per cent of Wales’ total over the last seven days.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000
‘Traders are tired of surprises’ says Abergavenny shopkeeper
A TRADER in Abergavenny and head of the business community in the town has called on the Welsh Government to provide better clarity for independent shopkeepers moving forwards, saying traders are “tired of surprises”.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 12:25:36 +0000
Coronavirus case rates stable in Gwent and Wales
THE coronavirus case rate in Gwent has remained unchanged - at 42.4 per 100,000 people - for the week to March 14, the latest available.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 18:16:49 +0000
Wales' 'red list' travel ban update and new police powers
FOUR new countries have been added to the ‘red list’ of travel.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 13:09:37 +0000
Police close B4239 near Newport after crash
A CRASH has closed a road just outside of Newport.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000
Red Nose Day in Gwent through the years
RED Nose Day this year is a little different due to lockdown regulations. While people are still celebrating, opportunities for taking part in silly and colourful fundraising activies are slim.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 07:30:05 +0000
Live: coronavirus in Newport & Wales, Drakeford to speak
Join us for the latest coronavirus news across Newport, Gwent and Wales, including Mark Drakeford's coronavirus briefing this afternoon

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0000
Running Punks - Welsh radio show on running and life
A NEW radio show run by Welsh friends is available nationally on Saturdays.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:19:35 +0000
B4239 Wentloog reopened after crash
THE B4239 has reopened following a crash.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +0000
Barry Island owner Henry Danter's plan for Monmouth opposed
PLANS to open an ‘adult gaming centre’ in Monmouth have been met with more than 100 objections.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 11:29:44 +0000
Go ahead for new Velindre Cancer Centre in Cardiff
A NEW cancer centre for South East Wales has been given the go ahead.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Look who’s just been in court from Newport
A ROUND-UP of cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Plans for 122 homes on greenfield site at Rockfield Farm
PLANS to build 122 homes on a greenfield site close to the M4 in Monmouthshire have been submitted to the county council.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Caerphilly man, 80, caught drink driving
AN 80-YEAR-OLD man has been banned from driving after he was caught drink driving on Boxing Day.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Radio RUAR to host virtual rave on Saturday for Trussell Trust
TWO Newport events organisers are hosting a 12-hour online rave this weekend to raise money for a food bank charity.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 17:49:15 +0000
The top stories from The National this week
THESE are the top stories across Wales, from the Argus' sister site, .

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0000
Green light for 13 flats at former Cwmbran rifle club
PLANS for 13 flats at a former rifle club and offices in Cwmbran have been given the go-ahead despite concerns over the building’s height.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 13:04:55 +0000
Police launch appeal to find missing Abercarn teenager
POLICE are concerned for the welfare of a teenage girl who has gone missing.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Monmouthshire council on Newport retail site’s future
MONMOUTHSHIRE council has said it remains ‘optimistic’ over the future prospects of Newport Leisure Park, despite a fall in income and the site’s value due to coronavirus.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 19:00:00 +0000
Changes to Pontypool Household Waste Recycling Centre hours
FROM the end of March, opening hours at the Household Waste Recycling Centre in New Inn will change.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Pride of Gwent: Feed Newport recognised for hard work
The Argus' Pride of Gwent awards were held last week, in which a plethora of dedicated volunteers were hailed for their hard work during the pandemic. Here we highlight just one of them.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Grass cutting services resume across Torfaen
GRASS cutting services have resumed across Torfaen this week.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Pride of Gwent: The men whose actions earned police praise
The Argus' Pride of Gwent awards were held last week, in which a plethora of dedicated volunteers were hailed for their hard work during the pandemic. Here we highlight just some of them.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 19:00:00 +0000
VOG council want your views on Penarth Pavilion renovation
THE Vale of Glamorgan Council has begun planning for the future of Penarth Pier Pavilion – and would now like others to share their thoughts on how it can function as an arts and community space.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Red Nose Day: Everything you need for a fun-filled evening
Here's how to make the most of Red Nose Day 2021.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000
Urgent change needed to support Wales' carers say MSs
Care workers in Wales should be treated and valued in the same way as NHS staff, the Senedd’s Health Committee has said.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 20:00:00 +0000
UK homes in areas with dangerous pollution - check yours
A new air pollution rating system has been launched to offer an air quality report for every UK address.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Census 2021: Everything you need to know
The census occurs every 10 years, with the last occurring in 2011, and it acts as a survey that charts all of the people and households.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Celtic Manor Resort team to run new Milford Haven hotel
A 100-bedroom hotel being built as part of the Milford Waterfront development will be managed and operated by the team responsible for the iconic Celtic Manor Resort.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 21:00:00 +0000
Landmarks across UK will be lit purple this weekend
Here is why hundreds of landmarks across Britain will be lit up purple at night this weekend.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000
How to apply for new series of Love Island 2021
Here's everything you need to know about the new series of Love Island (including how to apply)!

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +0000
Ebbw Vale Civic Centre could be set for demolition
THE Civic Centre in Ebbw Vale could be set for demolition under new plans unveiled by Blaenau Gwent Council.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 08:59:24 +0000
Households could face £1000 fine for failing to do Census
The Money Saving Expert warns every household in England and Wales that they could face a £1000 for not completing the Census.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000
Portugal will allow all Brits in for summer holidays 2021
Portugal wants to allow Brits through its borders by May.



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