PAEDOPHILE hunters snared a sex offender who was later caught with a shocking image showing “ritualistic child abuse”.

AN HISTORIC former open air swimming baths is finally being knocked down – a year after permission was granted to carry out the work.

A crash has closed the Old Green Roundabout in Newport city centre.

SUPERMARKETS and hauliers have warned that shoppers could face long-term higher prices for food as result of systemic changes to the supply chain.

A ROAD is closed in Newport due to a crash.

PONTYPOOL have slammed the “lamentable decision” by the Welsh Rugby Union that will deny them a shot at promotion in the coming season.

A CAERPHILLY mum is hosting a fundraising sale to help fund her daughter’s cerebral palsy treatment.

Festival Park's new owners have now listed the shopping centre on their website.

A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

US Pentagon spokesman John Kirby has now confirmed there had been at least two explosions in Kabul.

Popular fast food chain Taco Bell is opening a new store on Newport Road

THE Championship Cup clash between Bedwas and Cross Keys at Bridge Field tomorrow afternoon has been postponed because the visitors could not raise a side.

THE Dragons have turned Wales sevens international James Benjamin from a back row forward into a hooker.

A PAEDOPHILE who had a two-and-a-half hour long film of little girls being raped was jailed for a second time for possessing indecent photographs of children.

A TEENAGER drug dealer was carrying £14,000 worth of heroin and crack cocaine when undercover police officers caught him selling on his e-scooter.

A DRUG dealer living in “horrific” squalor surrounded by hundreds of used heroin needles scattered all over his bedroom has been jailed.

A CAERPHILLY woman is overwhelmed with the response to her fundraising appeal – after raising more than £9,000 following her cancer diagnosis.

First Minister Mark Drakeford has confirmed there will be no significant changes to Covid rules in this 21-day regulations cycle.

Newport philanthropist and Bella Mammas owner Tony Gambarini was celebrated by friends and family today at his funeral at St Patrick’s Church.

The number of new coronavirus cases in Newport today has entered the triple digits, it has been confirmed.

A NEWPORT vet has shared the story of her beloved dog who died from dementia earlier this year, in the hopes of raising awareness about the disease in pets.

Gwent police are appealing for information after receiving a report of a theft in Llywelyn Road, Cwmbran.

Festival Park has been sold after months of uncertain of what would happen to the shopping centre.

THE AVERAGE speed cameras on the M4 around Newport have yet to be switched on – five months after they were installed.

A MAN has been arrested following an assault in Newport city centre this morning.

INTERNATIONAL Dog Day has seen the Argus be sent over 1,000 dog photos.

In recent years, the humble burger has undergone a radical transformation, and now has its very own day to celebrate the versatile food offering.

A NEW car showroom has opened in Newport, creating up to 10 jobs.

STALWART Mickey Demetriou is unlikely to shore up the Newport County AFC defence this weekend after the 8-0 hammering by Southampton.

COACH Wayne Hatswell is confident Newport County AFC won't let their 8-0 hammering by Southampton hit their League Two campaign.

A TEENAGER was caught with thousands of pounds worth of heroin and crack cocaine after detectives found out he was involved in a drugs line.

The first minister revealed that Wales has gifted Namibia with millions of items of PPE

A MAN has been arrested after being in possession of class A drugs and offensive weapons in Monmouthshire.

The stunning renovated farmhouse sits in more than 12 acres of land, with views over the rolling countryside.

A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Mr Kirby took to Twitter to confirm reports of an explosion as thousands try to flee Afghanistan amid Taliban control.

Today residents of the Graig ward will be able to vote for a new councillor to represent them alongside Conservative Councillor David Williams.The Graig ward includes Bassaleg, Rhiwderin, Lower Machen and parts of Rogerstone.Polling stations are ope...

A CAERPHILLY man has been reported missing.

NEWPORT County AFC paid an emotional video tribute to supporters who died during the coronavirus pandemic before their clash with Southampton.

The talking points after Southampton hammered Newport County AFC 8-0 in the second round of the Carabao Cup at Rodney Parade.

A PORSCHE driver has been ordered to pay more than £1,600 for speeding.

TODAY, Thursday, residents of the Graig ward will be able to vote for a new councillor to represent them.

WITH bank holiday approaching, the Welsh Ambulance Service is asking for people to look after themselves to allow for the people who need their services most to be able to use them.

A HEART-WARMING children's book, written by a Monmouthshire woman, hits the shelves soon.

POLICE are investigating the unexplained death of an elderly lady in Penarth.

"Relatively minor differences in emphasis and presentation between key politicians across the UK led to a breakdown in effective engagement"

HERE is a round-up of public notices received by the Argus over the past week:

THE South Wales Argus Camera Club has 4,500-plus members and we've been asking them to pick their five favourite photographs to share.

NATIONAL burger day is here with a special offer at Tin Can Kitchen today and tomorrow.

Customers make healthier food purchases if sweets and snacks are removed from checkouts and the ends of aisles, according to a new study.