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Mon, 12 Sep 2022 07:23:57 +0100
Crash near M48 Severn Bridge causing Chepstow traffic
A collision has been reported near the M48 Severn Bridge, south of Chepstow.

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Gwent Police recorded fuel thefts as petrol prices soared
The average costs of fuel have nearly doubled since the beginning of 2021, forming part of the wider cost-of-living crisis.

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

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Cwmbran drug dealer faces jail for trafficking heroin
A DRUG dealer is facing jail after he pleaded guilty to trafficking heroin.

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Lee Wood of Caerphilly assaulted man at Cardiff Central station
The incident happened at Cardiff Central station on December 18 last year.

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
St Tudors Church, Mynyddislwyn, to receive extra security
A Gwent listed building is to receive extra security to protect the church from vandalism and HGV’s knocking down the churchyard boundary wall.

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Say hello to these six new Gwent babies
Here are more babies recently born in Gwent.

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 10:00:06 +0100
Prince Harry full statement after Queen Elizabeth II death
Prince Harry spoke about the Queen meeting Meghan Markle, and the first time she met her great grandchildren

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 09:08:34 +0100
What is lying in state? How and when to visit the Queen’s coffin following her passing
When you can pay your respects to the Queen as she lies in state this week.

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Newport woman highlights 'constant' hedge problem in city
A NEWPORT woman is calling on other residents and the local council to work together to fix the "constant problem" on the city's pavements.

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
How to spot drink driving and what to do if you suspect driving under the influence
Latest figures published by the Department for Transport suggest drunk drivers account for 15% of road deaths.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Scathing and top Tripadvisor reviews of Gwent attractions
A LOOK at some of the scathing, and some glowing, Tripadvisor reviews of some of the top attractions in Newport and Gwent.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
A sentimental reunion at Penarth Cricket Club after 19 years
A cricket team that disbanded in 2003 came together to enjoy a season in memory of their most loved teammate.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
New Inn man's death leaves 'one question mark' inquest hears
'ONE QUESTION mark' remains over the death of a man from New Inn near Pontypool, an inquest has heard.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Proclamation of King Charles III at Newport Civic Centre
CHARLES III was formally proclaimed as the new King across Gwent following a series of proclamation ceremonies across the region.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Council say garden centre cabins near Newport must go
THE owners of a garden centre which has operated near Newport for more than 100 years have been told to remove part of their business due to planning violations.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Three bedroom home in Llanhilleth on the market for £50,000
A THREE-BEDROOM home in Llanhilleth is on the market for £50,000.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Cardiff man found with offensive weapon in M4 Magor stop
A MAN with a criminal history was found with an offensive weapon after he was pulled over by the police on the M4 in Gwent.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Meet Stephan Grabner, of Abergavenny, who studied the art of Amatsu
Stephan Grabner, of Abergavenny, was one of three sons, born in the former East Germany. He couldn’t study A-Levels due to the political oppression so he trained to be a nurse.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100
A unique shop selling merchandise opens at the end of month
A new design and creative studio are set to open in Newport Market at the end of the month and is the first of its kind in Newport.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Toni Collette and Damien Lewis film Dream Horse in Blaenavon
READERS shared their pictures of Dream Horse filming in Blaenavon upon the release of the film which has now received five BAFTA Cymru nominations.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100
New bakery open in Cwmbran
A family run bakery opened their doors in Cwmbran on Monday.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Nostalgia: Building and enjoying Llandegfedd Reservoir
We recently reported that the water levels at Llandegfedd Reservoir, near Pontypool, had fallen so much that some of the buildings which were flooded when it was built are now visible again.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Cost of living: Sun Trap salon in Abertillery closing
THE cost-of-living crisis has taken its toll on a hair and beauty salon in Blaenau Gwent, which is being forced to close its doors at the end of this month.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 10:37:31 +0100
Police appeal for missing man with links to Gwent
SOUTH Wales Police are appealing to find Jack Sexton, who has links to Gwent, after he has been missing since Friday.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Keiron Andrew Gillard in court for assaulting nurses
Keiron Andrew Gillard attacked the nurses at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital.

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

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Pure Option in Blaenau Gwent is one of Britain's most inspiring firms
A Blaenau Gwent business has been named as one of Britain's most inspiring firms.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Ukrainian refugees in Gwent connected with each other at a special picnic
Ukrainian refugees in Gwent were able to connect with each other at a special picnic in Pontypool last Saturday.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
What two of the Beatles did when they passed through Chepstow
New York Times bestselling author Richard Buskin recently shared on his Facebook page 'Buskin with The Beatles' this story of two of The Beatles on a hitchhiking holiday in 1959.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
The 5 dogs looking for forever homes at Many Tears Animal Rescue
Here is a selection of dogs from Many Tears Animal Rescue which are looking for their forever homes.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Let's go for a walk: Southern Henllys
Southern Henllys Circular Walk

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Newport u3a celebrates its move to the Dolman Theatre
Newport u3a has moved to a new venue at The Dolman Theatre and members attended a special opening ceremony to celebrate when Dame Rosemary Butler was guest speaker.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Garden show delights in pictures
Swffryd Community Centre hosted it's first garden show since the pandemic and Emma Stinton, of the South Wales Argus Camera Club, was there to take some pictures, which she shared with us. This is just a small selection of the pictures shared by memb...

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 16:47:10 +0100
Prince of Wales says it's an ‘honour’ to serve Welsh people
THE new Prince of Wales has said he will serve the people of Wales “with humility and great respect” after speaking with the first minister.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
9/11 attack: Who was Josephine Harris and the miracle of Stairwell B
As unimaginable amounts of concrete and steel fell around them, stairwell B survived, and so did they.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Aldi, Tesco, Co-Op and Sainsbury's best time to get reduced food
It's a well-known fact that Brits love a bargain, and nothing is better than free food and products.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Highway Code: New road rule could see car 'passengers' hit with £1,000 fine
Just one exception has been listed as an excuse to be using your phone while driving as part of the Highway Code rule change.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100
8 foods to help you get to sleep and stay asleep more easily
Health experts have revealed their dream foods to help you fall asleep and stay asleep.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 14:00:00 +0100
7 foods to never eat before the gym - and you'll never guess what they are
The foods you should not eat before a workout - and you might be surprised to find out what they are.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 21:00:00 +0100
'Our thoughts and prayers are with the Royal Family at this time' - David Davies, MP for Monmouth
This week, we mourn the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Royal Family at this time.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Banged up from Newport, Cwmbran, Abertillery and Caerphilly
Levi Thomas

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Readers share their memories of meeting Queen Elizabeth II
OUR readers have been sharing their experiences of meeting Queen Elizabeth II in tribute to her after her passing.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Misconduct allegations proven against Gwent Police officers
THE full list of misconduct allegations which were proven against three senior Gwent Police officers at a behind-closed-doors hearing.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Victory Church affordable shop helps with rising food costs
THE AFFORDABLE shop at Victory Church in Cwmbran helps with rising food prices due to the cost of living crisis after launching earlier this year.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Girls from Newport and Stroud bonded since birth at Bristol Royal Hospital
TWO girls formed a special bond at birth - after suffering the same heart complications and receiving life-saving surgeries in the same hospital at just a few weeks old.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 13:00:00 +0100
Charles III to be officially proclaimed King across Gwent
A SERIES of ceremonies will be held across Wales and Gwent on Sunday as Charles III will officially be announced as the new king.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 09:46:38 +0100
Charles to be formally declared King at Accession ceremony
Charles III will be formally proclaimed King during an Accession Council ceremony, which for the first time will be televised.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
1.9m home for sale in Abergavenny with a working water wheel
If your wallets are deep and are looking to escape to an idyllic private setting, then this home could be for you.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 19:19:17 +0100
Look: Farming community comes together as Usk Show returns
THE rain held off today for Usk Show, an annual agriculture show which has been held almost every year since 1844, and is still a staple in the town's social calendar.



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