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South Wales Argus

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Mum of five in Cwmbran at breaking point over leaky house
A Cwmbran mum has said she is at “breaking point” over problems with her leaky house.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Newport Pride group on World Cup ambassador's homosexuality comments
COMMENTS from a Qatar 2022 World Cup ambassador on LGBTQIA+ fans potentially travelling to the middle eastern country this winter have been widely condemned.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Newport doctor given points and a fine for speeding
A DOCTOR was fined and had three points put on their licence after being caught speeding.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 07:44:50 +0000
Delays on M4 around Newport in wet conditions
The are delays on the M4 across the Gwent region as the wet weather is causing difficult driving conditions.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
In court from Newport, Brynmawr, Caerphilly and Pontypool
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Newport HMO plan for Clarence Place next to TJs club
New plans would see a listed building in the Clarence Place area of Newport turned into a HMO.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Chef who began journey in Usk joins Gordon Ramsey for new show
A CHEF who started his culinary journey in Usk is now rubbing shoulders with one of the most famous chefs on the planet for a new television show.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
How should Gwent Police spend its budget next year?
HOW should Gwent Police spend its multi-million-pound budget next year?

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 08:38:00 +0000
I'm a Celeb: Matt Hancock's special privileges on ITV show
Matt Hancock, alongside comedian Seann Walsh, Hancock will enter the I'm a Celeb jungle on Wednesday and take part in the next Bushtucker Trial

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 07:45:33 +0000
ITV I'm A Celeb staff in 'floods of tears' over Olivia Attwood exit
Love Island star Olivia dramatically quit the show after being told by the programme’s medical team that it is not safe.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 16:03:41 +0000
‘Real charmer’ from Caerphilly smashed up girlfriend’s home in drunken rage
A DRUNK who smashed up his girlfriend’s home in a rage was sarcastically described as “a real charmer” by the judge who’d just jailed him.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Two new shops to open at Cwmbran Centre
Two new shops are heading to Cwmbran Centre adding to their bumper year of retail expansion.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Heart-breaking message in a bottle found on Severn Estuary
FISHERMEN in the Severn Estuary have made a heart-breaking discovery this week in the form of a message in a bottle.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Llanyrafon Court Nursing Home: Authorities following ‘procedure'
Authorities claim they are following ‘procedure’ to ensure the safety of vulnerable adults after concerns over the level of care at Llanyrafon Court Nursing Home.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 15:55:00 +0000
Chepstow traffic delays a hammer blow says David Davies
The Welsh Government says traffic improvement works at a busy Chepstow junction are 'not considered urgent at the present time'.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 15:51:07 +0000
Search for Doberman puppies stolen in burglary in kent
DOG lovers are being urged to look out for three cute Doberman puppies stolen during a burglary.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 15:37:54 +0000
Met Office warns of severe flooding in February
Met Office warns of severe flooding in February amid La Niña weather pattern.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 13:58:57 +0000
Police investigate reports of attempted burglary in Cwmbran
GWENT Police are searching for a man who reportedly tried to break in to a home in Cwmbran.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:49:00 +0000
Schools in Wales warn of redundancies due to rising costs
SCHOOL leaders in Wales warn rising costs and underfunding will likely lead to redundancies which will have a direct impact on children’s learning.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 08:20:52 +0000
Lane blocked on M4 at Newport after broken down vehicle
One lane is blocked on the M4 at Newport after broken down vehicle.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Pontypool RFC come together for teammate with rare blood cancer
Pontypool RFC have come together for a teammate who has been diagnosed with a rare blood cancer.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Newport man caught with drone and drugs worth £10k outside prison
A MAN was caught near a prison wall with a drone and a bag full of drugs which had a street value of more than £10,000.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
In court from Newport, Cwmbran, Risca and Brynmawr
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Roadworks on Main Road roundabout near A465 Brynmawr
The Main Road roundabout connects to the turn-off for Brynmawr, one of the major junctions of the A465.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 18:44:00 +0000
Disney+ reveals Christmas content 2022
Disney+ reveals Christmas content viewers can look forward to in December 2022, including Frozen, Home Alone, LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special and more.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 17:49:57 +0000
BBC EastEnders actor Bill Treacher has passed away aged 92
Bill Treacher, the actor who played Arthur Fowler in BBC's EastEnders, has passed away at the age of 92.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 17:02:55 +0000
Plaid Senedd member suspended over alleged code of conduct breach
A PLAID Cymru Senedd Member has been suspended after an alleged code of conduct breach.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 16:40:06 +0000
Netflix’s The Crown: Everything to know for season 5 release
Netlfix's The Crown returns next week - here's everything you need to know.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 16:33:30 +0000
Royal Mail reveal December Christmas delivery deadline for 2022
The Royal Mail shared its latest recommended posting dates for mail to arrive in time for Christmas.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 16:19:00 +0000
Watch: Film written by Newport actress is picking up awards
A SHORT film written by and starring a Newport actress is already picking up awards.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 16:12:00 +0000
Plans for One Stop submitted for former pub in Cwmbran
PLANS have been submitted which could see a former pub in Pontnewydd, Cwmbran, turned into a One Stop.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 15:35:00 +0000
Café in Abertillery closed
A Café in Abertillery has closed due to ‘unforeseen circumstances.’

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 14:12:40 +0000
Gwent Car Sales in St Julians, Newport, earmarked as affordable flats
Gwent Car Sales in St Julians could be demolished to make way for 35 affordable homes, if plans are approved by Newport City Council.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:21:13 +0000
Carry On and Harry Potter star Leslie Phillips dies aged 98 as wife pays emotional tribute
In tribute, his wife Zara, 63, said: “I've lost a wonderful husband and the public has lost a truly great showman."

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:16:00 +0000
Plans for Olympic-sized lido at Milford Haven gain momentum
Plans to develop an Olympic-sized cold water swimming pool in Milford Haven have stepped up a notch this week as town councils and other local organisations are being approached to support a public consultation process.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Win a £1,000 gift card for Christmas shopping in Newport
You can win a £1,000 gift card to spend in Newport to support local businesses with Christmas fast approaching.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Santa to visit Llandegfedd Reservoir on a speed boat
The Christmas period is nearly upon us, and Santa is getting ready to visit Pontypool.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 09:26:41 +0000
M48 Severn Bridge restrictions due to strong winds
There are restrictions on the M48 Severn Bridge due to strong winds.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Bryn Garage, Penpergwm, allowed to use field for storage
A GARAGE which runs a motor sport and exhibition events business has been given permission to use an agricultural field for storing trailers and containers.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
South Wales Argus Business Awards 2022 shortlist is revealed
A total of 25 businesses and business people from Gwent have made it onto the shortlist for the South Wales Argus Business Awards 2022.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Focus on Pride of Gwent Awards sponsor Monmouthshire Building Society
SUPPORTING communities is what Monmouthshire Building Society has been doing for more than 150 years.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000
University of South Wales' Newport campus top of the class for events
GWENT boasts its fair share of first-class conference and event facilities, and the University of South Wales’s Newport campus is up there with the best.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Coca-Cola teases return of Christmas truck tour 2022
Coca-Cola has teased fans a possible return of the Christmas truck tour could be on the cards for 2022.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Dunelm Christmas tag tree encourages customers to donate gifts
Dunelm has re-launched it's Deliver Joy scheme which sees Christmas trees with tags in stores which are labelled with a description of gift ideas for a certain person or even an animal.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Paul O'Grady named deputy lieutenant of Kent after BBC Radio 2 exit
Former BBC Radio 2 host Paul O’Grady has landed a new role...

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 22:40:22 +0000
Olivia Attwood's I'm A Celeb exit down to ITV 'Covid rules'
The real reason for Olivia Atwood’s exit from I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! has finally been revealed.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:05:39 +0000
Cost of living: Morrisons announces permanent cut to café prices
Morrisons cafe has permanently cut prices on more than half of its hot food.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 11:46:54 +0000
Matt Hancock to enter I'm A Celeb camp TODAY as ITV Coronation Street star issues warning
Hancock, 44, is being sent into the jungle early alongside fellow latecomer Sean Walsh hours after Olivia Attwood was forced to quit the show early.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 10:05:28 +0000
ITV I'm A Celeb fans blame Matt Hancock for 'ridiculous' adverts and are ready to 'give up'
The return to the Australian jungle, after spending two years in Wales, has seen viewing figures surge.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 09:34:47 +0000
ITV I'm A Celeb to air at different time today to make way for Martin Lewis show
I'm A Celeb, which usually airs at 9pm, has got off to a dramatic start after Olivia Attwood was forced to quit



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