Police are on the scene of a crash on Highfields Way in Blackwood.

THIS CCTV footage captures masked robber Shaun Davies robbing a store with a machete for just four cans of Carling lager.

A BRAVE single mum acted like “a lioness” when she confronted a “howling” burglar who had broken into her flat with another man.

More than 54,000 people across Gwent are claiming Universal Credit, according to DWP data.

Bursting with colour, the vibrant design can be found on Sela Confectionary building on Conway Road in the Somerton area of the city.

It comes off the news this week that the typical household energy bill will rise to around £800 a year in October, a jump of 42%.

CAMPAIGNERS tackling "epidemic" levels of domestic abuse in Wales have branded the Welsh government's six-point plan to tackle the issue "bold".

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

TWO female drug dealers were warned they are facing jail after they admitted cocaine trafficking charges.

THE first volunteer police officers carrying Tasers will be been deployed today.

The Street Food and Music Festival is coming back to Penarth Lawn Tennis Club on Saturday, May 28, for the first time since 2019.

This is how you can secure your tickets to Liam Gallagher's Cardiff Bay show.

The cheapest supermarket meal deal currently available is from Tesco.

A CRIMINAL with an “horrific record” was jailed after breaking into a firm that makes cabriolet hoods and interiors for Jaguar cars and stealing £115,000 worth of machinery.

The southbound off and on slip-roads for the A40 in raglan are closed following a crash.

A 51-year-old man from Newport has been arrested on suspicion of murdering Mari O'Flynn in the Bettws area of the city.

Wales' chief medical officer has written to the nation's doctors with preparations for the arrival of monkeypox.

TWO crooked HM Revenue & Customs employees who worked together on a “sophisticated” tax fiddle have ended up behind bars.

The first case of monkeypox has been confirmed in Wales, health officials have confirmed.

Lucy says she is "full of dread" for the future as the soaring cost of living pushes her and her son close to homelessness.

GWENT Police have renewed their appeal for information following the death of woman in Newport.

First minister Mark Drakeford will confirm on Friday when the last remaining coronavirus restrictions in Wales are expected to be removed.

A STATUE depicting Blaenavon-born Lions winger Ken Jones will be taken down after it was damaged by vandals.

There are currently four coronavirus patients in critical care in Wales.

LAST week, we launched Your Money Matters - our campaign to help you overcome the surge in the cost of living.

THE high-risk, low-reward world of a small-time dealer was illustrated when it emerged one jailed for nearly three years made just over £4,000 selling drugs.

Devauden Festival pictures

A GWENT MOT tester has been ordered to pay £3,500 after issuing fraudulent MOT certificates.

The foodbank has previously spoken about how the covid pandemic uncovered previously “hidden” poverty issues in Penarth.

A CWMBRAN woman has received an award from the Prince of Wales recognising the way in which she has turned her life around.

Passengers have been reporting chaotic scenes at the airport, with suggestions that food and drink is running low.

RAILWAY workers have voted overwhelmingly to strike in a dispute over jobs, pay and safety, meaning passengers in Gwent and Wales should expect disruption.

Pill Carnival – a huge event on the city’s calendar – will return to the streets on August 29 after two-years out due to covid.

MONMOUTH MP David Davies was among a number of Conservatives inside the House of Commons seen heckling criticism of the prime minister yesterday.

A MINOR injuries unit should be re-introduced at Chepstow Community Hospital following new figures showing a growing demand for the service, a council report has claimed.

Thousands of fans are making their way to the capital this evening to hear Ed Sheeran play

Police say they would like to speak to the man after 'incidents' in the Caerphilly area.

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

A MAN is due to stand trial later this year after he denied robbery and assault by beating allegations.

A PAEDOPHILE who watched videos of babies and toddlers being raped was caught after police acted on a tip-off.

A REWARD of up to £1,000 has been offered for information about a man wanted in connection with the stabbing of a 16-year-old.

LABOUR group leader Cllr Steve Thomas was confirmed as the new leader of Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council at the authority’s annual meeting today – Thursday, May 26.

A WARNING has been issued by Public Health Wales after 'several' cases of diarrhoea were reported linked to parasites linked to open farms.

EasyJet apologises as it cancels 200 flights over IT issues, urging travellers to do one thing before heading to the airport.

A GWENT council is to stop using Russian-based internet security provider Kaspersky following the invasion of Ukraine.

Eluned Morgan has sought to reassure the public following the discovery of a monkeypox case in Wales.

THE new leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council has hit out at the UK Government’s handling of the cost of living crisis – and insisted the authority is ready to step up to the challenge.

NEARLY 80 homes made of “sustainable materials” could be built in Newbridge – if plans are approved by the council.

Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease that causes scarring of the skin and internal organ

The prediction comes amid reports the Queen’s Bank Holiday weekend could be the hottest of the year.