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South Wales Argus

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 07:22:15 +0100
Traffic latest as crash on M4 Prince of Wales Bridge
A crash has been reported on the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge (second Severn crossing).

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Watch: Terrifying armed robbery at Caerphilly petrol station
THIS is the shocking moment a drug-fuelled criminal carried out a terrifying robbery at a petrol station.

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Questions for Newport council appointing presiding officer
NEWPORT Council has been questioned over its appointment of a new presiding officer to chair meetings of the council amid the current cost-of-living crisis.

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Cwmbran, Ebbw Vale and Chepstow
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Former driving instructor and Girling employee celebrates 100th birthday
A Cwmbran woman who spent the Second World War checking aeroplane parts at Girlings before teaching people to drive in the town is today celebrating her 100th birthday.

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
St Patrick’s RC Primary School in Newport praised by Estyn
A NEWPORT primary schools has received a glowing report following a visit from Estyn inspectors.

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Hope Rescue warns of animal welfare crisis with cost of living
A DOG rescue charity has warned of an animal welfare crisis, after seeing a rise in the number of pet owners pretending their dogs are strays so they can give them up.

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
New gallery launched at town's arts centre
Artist Adéọlá Dewis and photographer Catriona Abuneke have unveiled the first commission for the new Billboard Gallery, opening at Llantarnam Grange in Cwmbran tomorrow (Saturday, August 13).

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 09:30:00 +0100
Eurovision 2023: Shortlist for UK host cities announced
It was announced that the UK would be hosting the Eurovision for the 2022 winners Ukraine.

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Anne Heche ‘not expected to survive’ car crash that put her in coma, family says
The US actress suffered “severe anoxic brain injury” and remains in a coma in critical condition

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 18:41:56 +0100
Fire at Risca Comprehensive School
There was a fire at Risca Comprehensive School at around 5.07pm and South Wales Fire Service were in attendance.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 15:46:27 +0100
Former Cwmbran doctor jailed for historical sex abuse charges
A FORMER Cwmbran doctor has been jailed for a series of historical sex abuse charges.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Cwmbran woman died on wedding day two weeks after cancer diagnosis
A woman in Cwmbran died on her wedding day whilst receiving palliative care just two weeks after being diagnosed with cancer of the bowel and liver.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Water bowsers transport thousands of litres to Gelligaer ponies
A GROUP of kind-hearted individuals have taken it upon themselves to ensure their four-legged neighbours are looked after during the hot weather.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Rhymney petrol station robbery raiders jailed for 14 years
TWO drug-addled criminals who carried out a terrifying robbery at a petrol station have been jailed for 14 years.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 18:34:33 +0100
Paedophile Bargoed RFC coach watched child abuse films
A RUGBY coach caught with child abuse films and a horse sex video on his mobile phone has been spared jail.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Aberdare man in court over 2020 Caerphilly crash death
A MAN has appeared in court charged over a fatal crash in 2020.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Disused military railway near Caldicot to become cycle route
A DISUSED military railway near Caldicot is to be transformed into an off-road route for cyclists and walkers.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Driver avoids jail after cocaine-fuelled chase in Caerphilly
FOOTAGE has been released of a driver who led police on a cocaine-fuelled 100mph chase across Caerphilly.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Fraudster Jody Oliver to appear in court
A SERIAL fraudster is due to appear before Cardiff Crown Court tomorrow.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Grass fire in Newport was deliberate, say firefighters
FIREFIGHTERS were called out to a deliberate grass fire in Newport on Wednesday night.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 17:00:00 +0100
NRW issue advice to lessen wildfire risk as temperatures soar
AFTER news that parts of Monmouthshire face an “exceptional” risk of wildfires due to an amber heat warming, Natural Resources Wales (NRW) have issued advise to help mitigate the risk.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
More rail strikes to hit routes across the country this weekend
RAIL strikes are to hit routes across the country as industril action returns.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
UK heatwave: Met Office amber warning and 'exceptional' wildfire risk
Met Office meteorologist Marco Petagna said the risk of wildfires was very high.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Abertillery, Pontypool and Caerphilly
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Grassland in Llantarnam could be turned into 3G pitches
A grassland habitat in Llantarnam, Cwmbran is at risk of being turned into 3G sport pitches.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Newport venue ranked as one of world's best for weddings
A venue in Newport has been ranked as one of the best places to get married in the world

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
GAME closing in Cwmbran Centre later this month
HIGH street video game retailer GAME has confirmed it will be closing its Cwmbran store.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Changes to Torfaen bin and recycling collections due to heat
RECYCLING and bin collections in Torfaen have been affected by this week’s warm weather.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Abergavenny Food Festival 2022: Celebs, tickets, events
Here's our guide to the Abergavenny Food Festival 2022, which takes place on September 17 and 18.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 18:03:51 +0100
Ryan Giggs trial: Ex-girlfriend tells of headbutt
Ryan Giggs “looked me straight in the eyes and headbutted me in my lip”, the former Manchester United player’s ex-girlfriend has told a jury.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 17:30:00 +0100
Blaina man goes missing
GWENT Police are concerned for the welfare of a Blaina man who has gone missing.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 14:30:00 +0100
Police appeal for information to locate missing man
GWENT Police are appealing for information as to the whereabouts of a man from Blaenau Gwent.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 11:05:54 +0100
Ryan Giggs trial: Ex says relationship affected her career
THE ex-girlfriend of Ryan Giggs has told a jury her relationship with the former Wales managber had a negative impact on her career.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 18:00:00 +0100
The Pantaloons bring War of the Worlds to Abergavenny Castle
WATCH actors recreate deadly heat-rays, giant fighting-machines, squidgy tentacled Martians and interplanetary warfare on an epic scale.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Registration for £500 unpaid carer's grant re-opening
UNPAID carers in Wales will again be able to apply for a £500 payment from the Welsh Government.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Jonathan Edwards MP to represent Plaid Cymru in Westminster
A member of parliament who received a police caution for assaulting his wife will one again be able to represent Plaid Cymru at Westminster.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Racism against Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities in Wales
“WIDESPREAD racism and prejudice” against Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities in Wales – including from council members – means they are not getting the support they need.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Warning to dog owners over toxic blue-green algae
Blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria, are a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins which can be harmful and potentially fatal to pets.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Public notices: City parking permit charges to rise
Here is a round up of the public notices which have appeared in the South Wales Argus over the last week:

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Cost of living: Deadline for pensioners to claim payment
The deadline for pensioners to claim the DWP cost of living payment is August 18.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 13:00:00 +0100
Amazon and eBay under fire as Which? investigation finds illegal weapons sold in the UK
One seller was offering a combo deal on a karambit blade and a ‘paralysing spray’ for £13.99

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0100
McDonald's Monopoly 2022: When does it start?
The long-awaited game returns to McDonald's nationwide and it's not long to wait.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Pharmacists 'concerned' over medicine shortages in UK
Some patients have been facing difficulties accessing some medicines in recent months

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Louis Theroux releases Jiggle Jiggle music video with Amelia Dimoldenburg and Jason Derulo
Louis Theroux and Amelia Dimoldenberg have released a music video for the Jiggle Jiggle rap with Jason Derulo following the viral TikTok dance trend.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 17:00:00 +0100
The Royal Mint reveals Queen's signature to feature on coins for first time - how to buy
Prices range from £13 for what is called a brilliant uncirculated coin to £2,865 for a gold proof version.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Ryanair to scrap cheapest fares due to soaring fuel prices
Ryanair's trademark one euro and 10 euro fares will not be seen for a “number of years”

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 15:00:00 +0100
Vegetarian women 'more likely to break hips in later life' study says
Researchers said vegetarian diets “often have lower intakes of nutrients that are linked with bone and muscle health”

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0100
Strictly 2022: X Factor and I'm a Celebrity star Fleur East confirmed as twelfth contestant
X Factor and I'm a Celeb star Fleur East confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing 2022 lineup.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 20:00:00 +0100
Cath Kidston releases limited edition Peter Rabbit collection - How to buy
The Peter Rabbit collection is the latest in a long line of Cath Kidston collaborations with pre-existing properties



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