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South Wales Argus

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 03:57:00 +0100
Crash barrier calls for infamous ‘Wyllie Bends’ road
THE grandfather of a 23-year-old nurse who tragically died after crashing off a Gwent road in 2019 has stressed that metal crash barriers are “the only answer” to solving safety issues.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 03:56:00 +0100
Newport paedophile using his dad’s Facebook account spotted by Argus reader
A PAEDOPHILE illegally using his father’s Facebook profile to contact women was caught when one of them saw a report about him in the Argus.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 05:59:00 +0100
Aberaeron named the best seaside town in Wales - see the full list
11 seaside towns in Wales made the list of the top 100 in the UK according to Which?

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 05:58:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Tredegar, Pontypool and Cwmbran
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100
'Worrying' numbers of wildlife injured and killed by litter in Wales
THE RSPCA in Wales says it has received a “worrying” number of calls about animals affected by litter over the past two years.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 08:58:00 +0100
Former Newport fly-tipping eyesore to become nature haven
A FORMER Newport eyesore could become a nature haven after plans announced today herald a summer of work and community events.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 07:52:00 +0100
Worst place for potholes in Newport, Cwmbran and Chepstow
POTHOLES are a nightmare for drivers and they seem to be on almost all of our roads in Gwent.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Strictly professionals 2022: BBC confirms line up for new series
See which Strictly professionals will be putting on their dancing shoes for the BBC show's 20th series.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 09:57:00 +0100
Why do we have April Fools' Day?
April Fools' Day has been around for hundreds of years, but why does it exist?

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
What’s on in Newport this weekend
With winter behind us, many will be excited to get out and about this weekend to enjoy the start of spring, but what is there to do around Newport?

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 17:57:00 +0100
Eluned Morgan defends Grange hospital amid patient delays
Eluned Morgan defended the Grange University Hospital over ongoing concerns around treatment delays and waiting times at A&E.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 15:30:35 +0100
Cardiff driver reached speeds of 100mph in Newport during police chase 
A DANGEROUS driver who reached speeds of 100mph during a dramatic police chase on the M4 has been jailed.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:56:35 +0100
Ebbw Vale factory worker cleared of causing Caerphilly dad’s death by dangerous driving
A FACTORY worker has been found not guilty of causing the death of a colleague and friend by driving dangerously after they had enjoyed “banter” about him cycling to work for the first time.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 11:48:15 +0100
Gwent Police arrest man after fire at Newport mosque
Gwent Police arrested a 43-year-old man from Newport on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 17:59:00 +0100
Iceland 'refuses' to deliver food to Forge Mews
RESIDENTS of a Newport cul-de-sac where its access bridge closed last year over fears it would collapse say a supermarket is refusing to offer food deliveries to their homes.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 13:17:17 +0100
Woman dies in Risca after air ambulance called out
Police, paramedics and an air ambulance helicopter were all called to the medical emergency in Risca on Wednesday.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Here's what Newport Bus passengers said as free bus travel ends this week
PASSENGERS of Newport Bus services have been sharing their thoughts as a month-long free travel initiative comes to an end on Thursday, March 31.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 16:58:00 +0100
FCA launches consultation on BSPS pension scandal redress
A consultation on compensation BSPS victims is "a positive step forward in putting things right", Nick Smith MP says.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 12:16:45 +0100
Latest Covid stats on cases and deaths in Newport and Wales
Another 18 coronavirus-related deaths have been recorded today by Public Health Wales.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0100
The latest on Newport’s new £10m flood defence scheme
Plans are set to move forward in the coming months

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:32:00 +0100
Snow in Gwent as Ebbw Vale and Tredegar wake up to a dusting
Did you wake up to snow in Gwent this morning?

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Caerphilly boyfriend told partner he'd blow her house up and 'I hope you get murdered’
A BULLYING boyfriend told his partner he hoped she would get murdered and threatened to “blow her house up”.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Look: Street art project to 'inject pride' into Newport
A STREET art mural celebrating Newport’s culture has appeared in Pill as part as part of a new project aiming to inject greater interest and pride in the area.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Steffi Andrews voted best photography business in Wales
A SOUTH Wales Camera Club member whose photography business has been voted as the best in Wales has encouraged others to follow their passions.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 11:00:00 +0100
Drug driver high on cannabis is banned from the roads
A DRUG driver has been banned from the roads after admitting being high behind the wheel.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Newport community bike hub moves a step closer
PLANS for a new safe space to store bikes in Newport city centre have taken a step forward towards completion.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Man plants flowers in potholes due to state of Cwmbran roads
A CWMBRAN man has found a colourful way to highlight issues with potholes in his community.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Silver Circle Distillery shop and tasting room in Chepstow
A POP-UP shop and tasting room featuring craft spirits is set to open in Chepstow town centre after being given the green light by Monmouthshire council.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 20:09:00 +0100
Gwent Police looking for Birmingham man
GWENT Police are appealing for information on the whereabouts of a man from Birmingham who has connections to Newport.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 20:07:00 +0100
War in Ukraine could hit sunflower oil supply - situation in Newport
THERE are no signs that a potential shortage of sunflower oil is imminent in Newport.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 17:42:34 +0100
Ukraine campaign nears £30,000 mark - how to help and where the money goes
Newsquest readers have given more than £15,000 to our #ThereWithUkraine appeal to help support hose affected by the war in Ukraine.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:59:00 +0100
In pictures: More supplies sent from Newport to Ukraine
The city - and the wider Gwent area, is continuing to go above and beyond in helping

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:54:42 +0100
'Embarrassed' man stopped from using Tesco petrol station over little known rule
A Wiltshire man has complained to retail giant Tesco after being threatened with being reported to police for filling up three jerry cans full of petrol.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:04:00 +0100
Eon blames Martin Lewis for website crashing ahead of energy price cap rise
A tweet from the E.ON Next account appeared to blame the actions of Martin Lewis for its website crashing

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Chepstow bin store back on council agenda after ridicule
A CONTROVERSIAL erection in Chepstow town centre will be discussed by the town council following ridicule from residents.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 13:14:10 +0100
Energy supplier websites struggle day before energy price cap rise
A number of websites like EDF Energy, E.On and British Gas have been struggling with the volume of meter readings attempting to be filed

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 11:03:23 +0100
Barry man jailed after hit-and-run involving 16-year-old boy
A MAN who hit a teenager in his car - and fled the scene - has been jailed.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:41:29 +0100
Chris Rock says he is “still processing” following Oscars slap from Will Smith
This comes as the Academy has revealed that Smith was asked to leave the event after the incident, however, he refused.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Sirhowy Country Park Crosskeys cleaned up
WORK in a Caerphilly borough park is being completed by offenders as part of an annual campaign to ensure our communities are kept clean and tidy.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0100
New rules around petitions by Newport City Council
NEWPORT City Council is set to bring in a new policy to deal with petitions more effectively.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Line of Duty reunion: Subscribe to watch Martin Compston and co-stars
LINE of Duty’s stars opened the book at their first reunion since season six – and by taking out a subscription to this title, you’ll have access to a full video of the event when it goes live today.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:43:24 +0100
How to take a meter reading ahead of the energy price cap rise
A piece of advice has been given to give a meter reading ahead of the energy price cap rise on Friday

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +0100
Haven is offering £3 holidays to families this year
The Haven Package allows you to have access to swimming pools, entertainment, restaurants, and a choice of free and pre-paid activities. 

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:21:46 +0100
Easter 2022: LOOKFANTASTIC relaunches popular Beauty Egg worth over £200 for less than £70
LOOKFANTASTIC has relaunched its popular Beauty Egg in time for Easter and with five sell-out years behind it, you'll need to be quick.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Public notices: Could you be in line for a windfall?
HERE is a round up of the public notices which have appeared in the South Wales Argus over the past week:

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 13:59:00 +0100
Shortening summer holidays could boost campsites in Wales
A SHORTER summer holiday break for schoolchildren in Wales could provide a boost to campsites and caravan sites.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 17:57:00 +0100
Inspired by Disney, The Royal Mint unveils new Eeyore 50p coin
The childhood character coin designs have been inspired by the original illustrations of E. H. Shepard from A. A. Milne’s Winnie-the-Pooh stories.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0100
JOBS FOR CARING PEOPLE
"You have to work in a job you enjoy, and I LOVE my job"

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 15:53:09 +0100
BBC's Great British Menu The Finals: who is Huw Edwards?
Who is Huw Edwards from BBC's Great British Menu? Here's everything you need to know about the newsreader and journalist.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 13:43:45 +0100
Aldi brings back its Le Creuset dupes in new spring colours
Run don’t walk to Aldi because the supermarket finally has its cast iron cookware back in stock.



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