All the latest travel updates in and around Newport and Gwent.

A paedophile blackmailed schoolgirls into performing sex acts for him online which he would film after he had groomed them on Snapchat.

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

A 50mph speed limit on the A465 contradicts the purpose of improving the road, petitioners say.

Kate Middleton will read Jill Tomlinson's book The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark on CBeebies Bedtime Stories.

A NEW cocktail bar is hoping to shake-up the nightlife in a Gwent town when it opens its doors next month.

In the video, Zouma is seen kicking and slapping the cat, while laughter can be heard in the background.

The monthly Artisan at The Boar Field markets in Pontypool will help "rejuvenate" the town centre and attract more visitors, organisers say.

Sir Keir was put into a police car for protection after he faced allegations of “protecting paedophiles”.

Sheridan Smith stars in the new ITV drama set in Turkey.

The warning comes as Ofgem confirmed the energy price cap will rise by 54% in April.

A PUPPY who is part of a record-breaking litter of guide dogs has arrived with his foster carers in Gwent.

THE FORMER Welsh Conservatives Member of the Senedd for Monmouth Nick Ramsay has joined the Welsh Liberal Democrats.

Many Tears Animal Rescue has announced on Facebook that it is looking for new members to join the team.

Salmonella infection usually causes diarrhoea, fever and stomach cramps.

Five young Cardiff men – Lewis Aquilina, Ethan Strickland, Elliott Fiteni, Kyle Raisis and Joseph Jeremy are on trial accused of the murder of Newport dad Ryan O’Connor

THE first suspect accused of murdering Newport father Ryan O’Connor for his Gucci bag has given evidence in his defence.

A FOUR-YEAR-OLD girl who died in of in a crash on the M4 was “wonderful” and “had a bright future ahead of her,” her family have said.

A FOUR-year-old girl has died following a crash on the M4 on Saturday, police have confirmed.

NEWPORT’s Southern Distributor Road has appeared in the news numerous times in recent years as an accident black spot with a number of people being fatally or seriously injured over the years.

A vehicle fire is causing delays on eastbound M4 between Junction 25 for Caerleon and Junction 24 for the Coldra.

A MAN from the Neath area has appeared in court after a four-year-old girl died following a crash on the M4 near Newport.

THE latest figures from Public Health Wales show that there have been nine more deaths in Wales.

Follow along live for all of the latest updates on the roads this morning

It is set to go under the hammer later this month

He pleaded guilty to the charge at Newport Magistrates Court

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

The future of the city centre is once again in the spotlight

Here are more babies recently born in Gwent.

CRITICS say HMOs are "springing up everywhere" in Newport and adding to pressures on parking and local services.

PROPERTY DEVELOPER Lovell has been selected as the preferred developer on a housing development in Portskewett, Monmouthshire.

A BAPTIST church in Newport that recently unveiled its popular new community hub says it hopes to be a “beacon of light” for bringing people together following the covid pandemic.

A FAMOUS make-up artist, with more than one million Instagram followers, reportedly enjoyed her recent trip to Wales.

The couple from Caerphilly were asking for a total of £50,000 for the puppies they advertised between 2020 and 2021.

EXTRA train services will be put on for Wales’ opening home Six Nations fixture against Scotland this weekend.

Hints and answers for today's game.

A TEENAGER has admitted killing his younger sister at a holiday park.

The worst of the weather is anticipated to hit at the back end of this week and leading into next.

It is thought the sudden wave of cases could be caused by a type of coronavirus.

A RARE vintage toy has been found in a tip in Monmouthshire.

A CWMBRAN-BASED firm is looking to tackle the stigma of talking about mental health in the construction industry.

Greggs is giving away 2,000 regular and vegan sausage rolls for free today - though you'll have to time your visit just right.

An iconic Pembrokeshire tree at the centre of a preservation campaign has been treated to the first conservation work of its 80-year life.

What day of the week is the best to fly? How can I save on accommodation? Expedia shares its top travel hacks.

Show your pets some extra love this Valentine’s Day by choosing a treat from the Pets at Home Valentine’s Day gift guide.

The Welsh Government is investing £366m over the next three years to deliver 125,000 all-age apprenticeships across Wales during this term of government.

Find out what's coming to Sky Cinema in February here.

MANAGER James Rowberry says Newport County AFC won't feel the promotion pressure at League Two rivals Northampton tomorrow evening

Dragons star Taine Basham says there is "definitely going to be an edge" in the Wales camp ahead of a potential make-or-break Guinness Six Nations clash against Scotland.

Since the end of January, Wales has returned to alert level zero, the lowest level of Covid rules, which is great news!