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South Wales Argus

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Newport burglars raided house as couple slept upstairs
TWO burglars who raided a house in the middle of the night as a couple slept upstairs have been jailed.

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 07:01:30 +0000
Live travel updates for Newport, the M4 and Gwent
Live travel updates for Newport, the M4 and Gwent

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Newport hotel fined for Christmas Day food poisoning up for sale
A NEWPORT hotel that was once fined £9,000 after more than 20 people suffered food poisoning following a Christmas Day meal has been put up for sale.

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Gwent open warrants: Assault on constables and affray
TWO people feature on this week's list of open warrants in Gwent.

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Plans for 84 homes on site of former Gwent Police college
PLANS to build a further 84 homes in the final phase of housing planned for the site of the former police training college in Cwmbran have been outlined.

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Fewer solar panels for new energy hub plans in Gwent Levels
CONTROVERSIAL plans for a solar farm in the Wentlooge Levels that were scrapped by the Welsh Government have been resubmitted with a reduced number of solar panels being proposed.

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Newport cannabis farmer was growing plants in Maesteg
A GWENT cannabis farmer grew plants at a house he rented nearly 50 miles away from his home.

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Cwmbran and Risca
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Gwent Police reveal one person hurt by e-scooters
ONE person in Gwent has been hurt by an e-scooter so far this year according to a Freedom of Information request.

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Gordon Smart ready to grill AC12 at Line of Duty hospice gig
THE man who will interrogate AC-12 at this week's Line of Duty event has revealed how he almost shared a screen as well as a stage with the star trio.

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
What channel is Cheltenham races on today? How to watch the festival
This year’s Cheltenham Festival will get underway on Tuesday, 15 March.

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Cheltenham 2022 tips: Cheltenham Festival day 1 tips
Horse racing experts at Paddy Power have come together ahead of the Cheltenham Festival to discuss their tips and favourites for each day.

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Cheltenham horse deaths: How many horses have died at the Cheltenham Festival?
Last year, the death of Kings Temptation on day two of the festival drew criticism from campaigners.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 12:13:54 +0000
Ryan O’Connor: Verdicts live from Newport murder trial
Ryan O’Connor: Verdicts live from Newport murder trial

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 20:09:44 +0000
Diesel price could hit as high as £3 per litre, MPs told
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has added to what was already going to be a year of high energy prices, one expert said.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 16:08:05 +0000
Ryan O’Connor: Four Cardiff men guilty over fatal robbery of Newport dad
FOUR Cardiff men have been found guilty over their roles in the fatal robbery of an “innocent” Newport father stabbed to death for his Gucci bag.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 12:07:17 +0000
More than 1,500 cases of Covid in Wales - three deaths reported
A FURTHER 276 new cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed in Gwent according to the latest Public Health Wales figures. 

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Newport prepares to mark 20 years as city
IT’S almost 20 years since Newport officially became a city.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000
Three inspiring women share their stories at International Women's Day event
Women from all sectors including politics, retail, charity and the police were at the University of South Wales Newport city Campus to help the South Wales Argus celebrate International Women's Day.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Newport community ready to house and support Ukraine refugees
WITH the announcement that UK households will be given £350 to home Ukrainian refugees, one Newport community appears ready to step-up and help.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 13:30:41 +0000
Logan Mwangi: Murder accused teen had 'desire for violence'
A TEENAGE boy who is among three people accused of murdering a five-year-old had a “desire for violence” and spoke of killing people, a court has been told.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Van of supplies en route to Ukrainian border from Caldicot
A TRUCK loaded with donations is currently en route from Caldicot to the Ukrainian border after an "unreal" response from the community.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 09:30:53 +0000
Man injured after car crashes through barrier in Newport
The crash has occurred in the Maindee area of the city

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 07:06:08 +0000
Live traffic updates for the M4 motorway, Newport and Gwent
Follow along live this Monday morning for all of the latest on the roads

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Rob Street on Newport County's approach to final 10 games
ON-LOAN striker Rob Street has challenged his teammates to be on it for each of their final 10 games of the season, with a potential promotion in sight.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Say hello to these five new arrivals
Here are more babies recently born in Gwent.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Peter Fox condemns Grange Hospital patient delays
A Gwent MS will push the health minister to address patient delays at the Grange University Hospital in Cwmbran.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000
Care home plan for Llanellen Court poultry sheds re-submitted
PLANS to convert former poultry sheds in Monmouthshire into a care home, which were previously approved 13 years ago but never built, have been re-submitted to the county council.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000
Best of Welsh Business Awards 2022: The Goldcroft Caerleon
A NEWPORT pub is one of six finalists - across Wales - for an award.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 18:00:00 +0000
New trees planted in Abergavenny park after felling last year
NEW trees have been planted in Bailey Park in Abergavenny following felling at the end of last year.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Argus readers react to Newport city status 20th anniversary
IT’S been twenty years since Newport was granted city status.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Severn Bridge Industrial Estate in Caldicot to be revamped
A REDUNDANT office site in Caldicot could be redeveloped to provide a space for start-up and expanding businesses in the area.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Sharkbite Burgers in Cwmbran share restaurant opening date
FIND out when this restaurant will open - and how it will celebrate the big day.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Newport Playgoers join Ukraine fundraiser for refugees in Prague
Newport Playgoers, based at the Dolman Theatre, have supported a fundraising campaign to help Ukrainian refugees set up by a Newport couple in Prague.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Winners of first Child of Wales Awards revealed
Young people's heroism, talent and courage was celebrated at the inaugural Child of Wales Awards in Cardiff.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000
How safe do Gwent MPs feel?
IT'S no secret that anybody who works in the public eye is more vulnerable to open opposition and criticism – and MPs are no exception to the rule.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Five people hospitalised following crash near Ebbw Vale
FIVE people were hospitalised in a crash near Ebbw Vale on Saturday, police have confirmed.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000
Newport council advice on Platinum Jubilee street parties
EARLIER this year, the Queen celebrated her Platinum Jubilee and is the first British monarch to be on the throne for 70 years.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Newport city centre shops improved in flats plan
Planning permission has retrospectively been granted

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
In court from Newport, Blaina, Caerphilly and Cwmbran
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 20:00:00 +0000
Memories of Wally the Tenby walrus on the first anniversary of his sighting
Whose whiskered countenance launched scores of seaside souvenirs, with their mighty tusks damaging a dozen boats?

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000
Paul Fontaine and Frankie Sinclair guilty of EncroChat gun plot
A GANGSTER from Wales is one of two men convicted over plotting a revenge shooting with a James Bond-style gun.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000
Dinas Powys drug dealer caught with £14k worth of cocaine
A DRUG dealer was caught with £14,000 worth of cocaine following a police raid.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 13:36:03 +0000
Some families in Wales to get £100 towards school PE kits
STRUGGLING families in Wales will be offered one-off payments of £100 for their children’s PE kits as the cost of living crisis in the UK deepens.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 10:21:04 +0000
Easter 2022: Luxury Easter Eggs from Hotel Chocolat, Thorntons, Fortnum and Mason and more
If you fancy treating yourself or someone you love to a luxury Easter then we've got you covered.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 09:30:06 +0000
Netflix 'secret' codes that could help you find 'hidden' TV shows and films
Netflix remains the most popular in the UK providing a hub of our favourite TV and films.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Line of Duty reunion: Adrian Dunbar was cooking with gas well before Ted Hastings
ADRIAN Dunbar has entertained in theatres, in films and on television – but his Ted Hastings character in hit show Line of Duty has been a highlight of his 40-year career.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 07:13:59 +0000
UK to welcome tens of thousands of Ukrainian refugees from next week
Local authority areas will be entitled to more than £10,000 for each Ukrainian refugee taken in.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 07:12:35 +0000
UK's Homes for Ukraine scheme - how you can help
Britons offering accommodation to Ukrainian refugees will receive a “thank you” payment of £350 per month.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 20:00:00 +0000
Morriston Hospital powered by its own solar farm for 50 hours in UK first
Morriston Hospital ran entirely on solar power for 50 hours during winter.



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