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South Wales Argus

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Newport parents of premature baby share Emily's story
A YOUNG Newport family whose daughter was born prematurely have offered words of comfort and advice to fellow neonatal parents on World Prematurity Day.

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Torfaen family of four housed in a single Abertillery room
A Torfaen family of four were rehoused in a single room with no heating or hot water.

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Half of life-threatening ambulance calls arrive in target time
AMBULANCES took more than eight minutes to arrive at the scene in more than half of the most immediately life-threatening emergencies in Wales last month.

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
In court from Newport, Cwmbran, Pontypool and Nantyglo
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Two fishermen caught and in court for illegal netting
TWO fishermen have been in court after being caught illegally fishing by setting up a net across a river.

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
World Cup 2022: Vue Cinemas in Gwent and across Wales to show matches
A cinema in Gwent is showing all Wales matches as they compete in the Football World Cup for the first time since 1958.

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Street lights in Caerphilly will not be turned on overnight
STREET lights in Caerphilly County Borough will stay switched off overnight - despite recommendations the policy should be reviewed.

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000
"It would be such a relief to be given some of the money"
YOUR favourite local paper is giving local charities the chance to take a share of an amazing £128,000 cash giveaway.

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Black Friday 2022: Is Ninja's air fryer cheaper to use than an oven?
Is it worth adding an air fryer to your basket this Black Friday?

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000
10 TikTok car interior trends that could see drivers fined £1000
10 TikTok car interior trends that could see motorists fined £1000 have been revealed.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 21:26:11 +0000
Tribute paid to ‘loving’ Newport grandmother Mari O'Flynn
THE family of a great-grandmother brutally murdered in her bed by her son-in-law paid tribute to her after he was jailed for life.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:34:26 +0000
Jailed Blackwood drug dealer told ‘it’s a wicked trade’
A MAN who offered to sell crack cocaine was told by a judge he was still a drug dealer who was caught up in a “wicked trade”.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 15:26:40 +0000
Newport murder victim’s family want answers from killer
THE family of an elderly grandmother sexually assaulted and murdered by their son-in-law urged the killer to tell them why he carried out his horrific crimes.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:31:40 +0000
Newport killer sexually assaulted and murdered his mother-in-law
A “DEPRAVED” killer who sexually assaulted and murdered his mother-in-law in her own bed has been jailed for life.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Newport man jailed after stashing cocaine at his ex's home
A NEWPORT man has been jailed after stashing £9,000 worth of cocaine at the home of his children and ex-partner, who avoided jail.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:14:44 +0000
Council to pay £1.2 million bill to demolish Newport Centre
NEWPORT council has agreed to pay around £1.2 million up front in demolition costs for Newport Centre, with Coleg Gwent then reimbursing their share.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Gwent Police senior officer appealing misconduct sacking
AT LEAST one of the senior Gwent Police officers who were sacked in September following a misconduct hearing has appealed against his dismissal.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 09:05:09 +0000
Shapps blocks Newport Wafer Fab sale to China firm Nexperia
Newport Wafer Fab is one of the UK’s largest manufacturers of semiconductors and there was concern over its reported £63m purchase by Nexperia

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:01:00 +0000
Healthcare organisations' letter to Drakeford over Welsh NHS concerns
AFTER the publication of the latest monthly NHS Wales waiting times for hospital treatment, 33 organisations from across health and social care have come together to sign a joint letter to the first minister.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:25:00 +0000
94-year-old driver dies in crash involving car and a van
A 94-YEAR-OLD woman has died in a crash near Monmouth on Wednesday, police have confirmed.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 13:15:00 +0000
Ephrem Kassay of Newport jailed for sexual assault
Ephrem Kassay of Newport has been jailed for 10 years for sexual assault and actual bodily harm.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 09:25:00 +0000
Newport M4 average speed cameras switched on today
Motorists exceeding the 50mph speed limits between junctions 24-28 on the M4 could be fined, the Welsh Government has warned

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Newport Christmas lights switch-on event this weekend
NEWPORT will step into the festive season this weekend, as the city's Christmas lights are switched on.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Highest number of complaints ever to Newport City Council
A REPORT has revealed that Newport City Council received the “highest number of complaints ever” in the 2021/22 financial year – with a 37 per cent increase on the previous year.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:00:00 +0000
New 24-hour secure cycle storage unit opens in Newport city centre
A NEW 24-hour secure bike storage facility has opened in Newport city centre.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Teenagers arrested after cars 'vandalised' in Abertillery
The incident allegedly happened at around 4am on Saturday, November 12.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Caerphilly MS Hefin David in trouble over 'vulgar' tweet
A Senedd committee said Caerphilly MS Hefin David's conduct "fell very far below the required standards".

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Newport man pleads not guilty to kicking a cat into a wall
A MAN is to go on trial after he denied kicking a cat into a wall.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
One arrest and 11 vehicles seized in road safety clampdown
ONE person was arrested and 11 vehicles were seized as Gwent Police led a crackdown on unsafe and irresponsible drivers on Monday.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Blaenau Gwent Council urged to stamp out fly tipping
CALLS have been made for Blaenau Gwent Council to use its surveillance powers to tackle fly tipping hot spots.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Cefn Tilla Court, in Llandenny, near Usk, wants to expand car park
A WEDDING venue in rural Monmouthshire wants to expand its car park and create a coach drop-off point – but there are concerns at how it could impact road safety. 

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 10:21:04 +0000
Autumn budget 2022: Watch Jeremy Hunt’s statement live
How to watch Jeremy Hunt deliver the autumn 2022 budget.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Cwmbran and Pontypool
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Sustainable business relocating to Ebbw Vale will create over 30 jobs
A sustainable business is relocating to Ebbw Vale – the move will create 30-40 jobs.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Questions raised over Monmouthshire social housing plan
A COUNCIL’S plan to massively boost the number of homes available for social renting has been questioned after it opted out of developing a site itself. 

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Complaints about Blaenau Gwent council services were upheld
MORE than half of the complaints about Blaenau Gwent council services between April and the end of September were upheld following investigation, a report reveals.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Mark Drakeford urged to raise LGBTQ+ rights at World Cup
MARK Drakeford has met campaigners ahead of his upcoming trip to the Qatar World Cup who urged him to use “every opportunity” to speak up for LGBTQ+ and women’s rights.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 11:45:00 +0000
Knifeman in Tesco jacket threatens woman and child at London home
Patrols in the area will be stepped up following the robbery.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 10:20:51 +0000
Budget: What to expect from Jeremy Hunt's autumn statement
Jeremy Hunt is expected to announce a range of tax rises and spending cuts on Thursday

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Figures: Girls in youth offending in Torfaen and Monmouthshire
GIRLS in two Gwent counties are more than twice as likely to be supported by the Youth Offending Service than they are across Wales or England. 

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:00:00 +0000
NatWest and South Wales Argus cost-of-living campaign
THE South Wales Argus has joined forces with NatWest to help small businesses stay strong during the cost-of-living crisis.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 10:21:23 +0000
Autumn budget 2022: Millions in the UK could see £1800 pay rise
The national living wage will reportedly be increased in Thursday's autumn budget.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:18:42 +0000
Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt unveils tax hikes for millions
Jeremy Hunt announced tax rises and spending cuts, while energy bills are set to rise

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Public notices: Who's applied for a Goods Vehicle Operator’s Licence?
Here is a round-up of the public notices which have appeared in the South Wales Argus over the last week:

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000
University of South Wales offering top-rated business courses
BUSINESS and management courses at the University of South Wales are giving students a realistic view of corporate life, with plenty of opportunities to apply what they learn to the real world.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000
Tesco and Sainsbury's warnings amid concern of egg shortages
The shortages are believed to be at least partially related to the recent outbreak of avian flu across the UK

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 10:20:58 +0000
What time will the Autumn Statement be for 2022?
The Autumn Budget will be delivered by Jeremy Hunt on the morning of Thursday, November 17

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 10:21:17 +0000
Jeremy Hunt warned not to raise fuel duty as petrol prices rise again
The RAC said the average cost of a litre of petrol rose by 4p in October while diesel was up 10p

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Asda announces 'incredibly important' change to 'popular' product
Asda has made an "important" change to their toilet roll which will create much less waste.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Coca Cola issues recall for 'potential risk' due to wrong packaging
Coca-Cola has recalled a limited number of Coca-Cola Zero Sugar multipacks.



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