A THUG who spat in the face of a policeman and told him he had coronavirus has been jailed.

Markets are at the heart of Pontypool and their history with the towns indoor market situated in the heart of Pontypool.

ABERGAVENNY has been revealed as one of the prettiest places to explore in Wales. Don't believe it? Check out these photos.

A CHEPSTOW primary school has been praised for its “frank approach” to improvement.

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

Ten years ago saw the end of an era for Newport when the city's speedway stadium was demolished.

SOUTH Wales Fire and Rescue Service had every reason to cheer at last year’s South Wales Argus Pride of Gwent Awards, as one of their own was recognised for her hard work and dedication.

A ‘DELUSIONAL’ Ebbw Vale man who embarked on a two-month stalking campaign of a good samaritan who had helped him while he was homeless has been jailed.

The Fflecsi bus scheme was trialled in Newport for a year and organisers say it has been a success.

An unnamed Newport pedestrian became the luckiest person in Wales after narrowly avoiding being crushed by an overturned truck

A DRINK driver was caught swigging from a large bottle of vodka after speeding at 115mph on the M4.

Following the weekend heatwave, thunderstorms are to be expected in South Wales on Monday, August 15

A crash has been reported on the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge (second Severn crossing).

THIS is the shocking moment a drug-fuelled criminal carried out a terrifying robbery at a petrol station.

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.

FROM suspected stolen cars to possession of cannabis - it's been a busy day for Gwent Police.

Temperatures across Britain have soared with the Met Office issuing an amber warning of extreme for today and the weekend.

FARMERS across Gwent are keeping a close eye on their animals as the UK faces the second extreme heatwave within three weeks.

A MAN has been cleared of stabbing his karate expert former close friend in the chest with a knife.

A MUCH loved Caldicot fish and chip shop has closed due to what the owners have described as "ever-increasing costs".

A fire at Risca Comprehensive School has been deemed an accident by South Wales Fire and Rescue Service

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

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.

A NEWPORT primary schools has received a glowing report following a visit from Estyn inspectors.

"THANK you to all customers for their support," said business owner Sadık Argunaga.

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.

VISITORS to Wales' national parks - including the Brecon Beacons - have been warned not to bring disposable barbecues due to the risk of wildfires.

ONE of the UK’s oldest zoos is closing its doors for the final time in three weeks, with its animals moving to a new location.

THE ex-girlfriend of Ryan Giggs “screamed in pain” during a 999 call after he allegedly headbutted her in the face, a jury has heard.

A Met Office amber weather warning is currently in place for the extreme heat.

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).

The Perseid meteor shower is set to peak in the early hours of Saturday.

As Brits grapple with sizzling heat attention turns to sleeping, many will opt for a bedside fan to help drift off in boiling temperatures.

The Met Office has issued a four-day Amber weather warning as Brits prepare for a second heatwave in as many months.

Drought could be declared for some parts of England on Friday, as the country bakes in another heatwave.

Average take home pay after tax will be £2,054 a month in 2023, so two months’ worth will be less than the £4,200 predicted cost of energy bills.

The Satanic Verses author Salman Rushdie has been attacked on stage in New York.

The announcement will see restrictions placed on domestic and commercial water for residents in that area.

It was announced that the UK would be hosting the Eurovision for the 2022 winners Ukraine.

The Met Office has issued an extreme weather warning for Thursday onwards with highs of around the mid-30s.

Co-op said its commitments would counter high street bank closures, removal of free ATMs and the rise of cashless retailing

The US actress suffered “severe anoxic brain injury” and remains in a coma in critical condition

They were reportedly spotted snogging in the pool of a £1,000 a night hotel in Mallorca as the pair’s romance becomes public.

There was a fire at Risca Comprehensive School at around 5.07pm and South Wales Fire Service were in attendance.

A FORMER Cwmbran doctor has been jailed for a series of historical sex abuse charges.

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.

A GROUP of kind-hearted individuals have taken it upon themselves to ensure their four-legged neighbours are looked after during the hot weather.

TWO drug-addled criminals who carried out a terrifying robbery at a petrol station have been jailed for 14 years.

A RUGBY coach caught with child abuse films and a horse sex video on his mobile phone has been spared jail.

A MAN has appeared in court charged over a fatal crash in 2020.