South Wales Argus

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0100
Heavy metal fan tormented neighbours by blasting loud music
Risca heavy metal fan tormented neighbours by blasting loud music

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0100
Man with no history of drug use dies from cocaine overdose
An inquest has revealed that a man from Newport died from a cocaine overdose

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0100
Worker stole from employer in supermarket swindle
Pontypool worker stole from Newport Spar in supermarket swindle

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0100
Town's first 3G artificial pitch on the way 10 years after it was first suggested
Town set for first artificial 3G pitch almost 10 years after one was first proposed.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Tredegar, Cwmbran and Caerphilly

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:01:00 +0100
Drivers warned to be cautious around school zones as children return
The AA urges UK drivers to slow down and stay alert as children return to school.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100
New head of commercial for Welsh ports appointed
Associated British Ports, which runs Newport Docks, has appointed a new head of commercial for Wales and short sea ports.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Welsh Government launches consultation on holiday let tax rules
A consultation on potential changes to tax rules affecting holiday let owners has been launched by the Welsh Government.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Weather forecast for the weekend - we can expect some rain
The Met Office has forecasted a mix of sunshine and showers for the weekend.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100
The biggest organisational lie – why HR can’t fix culture
When I talk to NHS staff about bullying or poor workplace culture, one phrase comes up again and again: “I went to HR, but they didn’t protect me”.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100
£25m defence contract to support 20 manufacturing jobs in South Wales
A £25 million defence contract will support up to 20 skilled manufacturing jobs in South Wales.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100
'Brilliant': First Torfaen Food Trail is packed with events and prizes
The first Torfaen Food Trail is delighting food fans across the area.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:23:22 +0100
More horses killed on busy valleys road in second crash in weeks
Another horse has been hit by a car on the Heads of the Valleys Road.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 08:03:05 +0100
Yellow weather warning issued for rain in Wales
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain, covering areas of South Wales this Friday morning.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0100
Thousands of British children could start new school year with eye problems
Thousands of British children could struggle in the classroom this year due to undiagnosed poor eyesight, according to new research.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:00:00 +0100
Foreign Office warns travellers that not declaring this 1 thing could cost £150k
British travellers have been warned that not declaring this one thing could cost them £150k.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0100
Ford and Peugeot drivers could get £3750 grant from today - are you eligible?
The Ford models are the first to offer the maximum savings available, with 28 electric vehicles (EVs) now eligible for grants of either £3,750 or £1,500.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0100
Brits urged to close windows from certain time next month to avoid spider infest
As autumn approaches, so does spider season, which means house spiders are beginning their migration indoors.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100
5 extreme weekend holidays abroad you can fly to from UK airports right now
Here are five of the best extreme weekend getaways you can fly to from UK airports with Jet2Holidays.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100
I tried M&S, Aldi and Sainsbury's sourdough and one was miles above the rest
I compared M&S, Aldi, Sainsbury's and Jason's sourdough bread but I'd only buy one again - here's what I thought.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 07:50:02 +0100
Minor delays on M4 amid morning rush hour - RECAP
There are minor delays on the M4 amid this morning rush hour.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:59:17 +0100
Former 'successful' boxer kept £20,000 of amphetamine in suitcase
Former boxer from Caerphilly kept £20,000 of amphetamine in suitcase

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:02:52 +0100
Facebook heart-throb 'nearly caused fatal crash at roundabout'
Newport Facebook heart-throb nearly caused fatal crash at roundabout

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0100
'It’s fantastic,' state-of-the-art mega gym in heart of town centre is a big hit
Cwmbran locals have reacted to a new state of the art gym in the centre of town!

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0100
Disqualified driver led police on 110mph chase through three counties on M4
DISQUALIFIED driver Jordan Jones led police on a 110mph M4 chase whilst passenger Lloyd Davies shone a bright light to try and blind the officers.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0100
Anglers baffled by council's 'strictly no fishing' signs along dry canal
Anglers have been left baffled by a sign of the times along stretches of the Crumlin arm of the Monmouthshire and Brecon canal, after Newport council erected 'Strictly no Fishing' signs along the banks of the dried up canal.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0100
Inquest reveals ‘inadequate support’ before beauty student took own life
An inquest revealed that a student had received 'inadequate support' before taking her own life

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0100
WATCH: Moment police swoop on organised crime gang and seize drugs, cash and weapons
A video has shown how a search warrant was carried out by police to uncover a class A drugs line

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0100
Heartless thieves steal prized garden pots from couple in their 80s
A Newbridge couple in their 80s, known for their award-winning garden, are heartbroken after thieves stole two cherished blue terracotta pots planted with begonias.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0100
Looking to cut down school uniform costs? Cut price or free clothes available at shop
With term time quickly approaching.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0100
Disqualified drink driver was more than three times the limit
Disqualified Newport drink driver was more than three times the limit

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0100
Gwent's 'wedding scene' in the spotlight with three local names recognised
Gwent’s wedding industry celebrates national success as St Tewdrics House, Cefn Tilla Court, and photographer Martin Havens win top honours at the 2025 Welsh National Wedding Awards.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0100
"It’s disgusting” fly tipping on street with dirty nappies continues
Continual fly tipping in a certain Newport area is leaving residents frustrated.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Road in Monmouthshire to be closed for three days for water works
A road in Monmouthshire will be temporarily closed due to water works for three days

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0100
Driver appeals for dashcam footage following a crash on the SDR in Newport
A Newport driver involved in a Bank Holiday Monday car crash is making an appeal for dash cam footage.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0100
Heavy rain expected tonight as drivers warned to drive cautiously
Drivers have been advised to drive cautiously after the Met Office issued a yellow weather warning for rain

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0100
Major changes to parking in town as council proposes new residents' bays
Residents could soon see major changes to parking in Blackwood as council proposes new bays

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 15:11:11 +0100
Police van half a mile away from fatal crash scene involving two teens
The Independent Office for Police Conduct has revealed that a police van was half a mile away from the scene of a fatal crash involving two teenagers.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0100
Fire crews respond to ‘open fire’ near village
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service were called to a fire near St Arvans, Monmouthshire

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Tredegar, Risca and Pontypool

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 15:26:24 +0100
Asda to open new stores across UK in 'urban areas' and 'residential locations'
The new stores will see Asda grow its footprint in high-footfall urban areas, residential locations, and transport hubs.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 23:30:00 +0100
Many people in Wales using smart meters, says research
People in Wales are turning to technology like smart meters to help manage rising energy costs.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 23:30:00 +0100
Draft Bill to ban greyhound racing in Wales published
A draft Bill to ban greyhound racing in Wales has been published by the Welsh Government ahead of its autumn introduction.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 23:30:00 +0100
Lack of public toilets in Wales is 'more than just an inconvenience'
A lack of public toilets in Wales is posing more than just an inconvenience, as Wales has the third longest gap between public toilets.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 23:30:00 +0100
TV stars to appear in Cardiff stage production of Agatha Christie classic
Two television stars are set to grace the stage in Cardiff after joining the cast of Agatha Christie's Death on the Nile.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 23:30:00 +0100
Donation helps deliver vital eye care in needy communities
A donation from the founder of Specsavers is helping deliver vital eyecare to communities in need.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 23:30:00 +0100
Second series of history show to return on S4C and BBC iPlayer
A television series exploring Welsh heritage through forgotten archives is returning for a second series, featuring a host of famous faces.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 23:30:00 +0100
Blockbusters returning to the big screen for just £4
Blockbusters are returning to the big screen at Cineworld for just £4 as part of a nationwide cinema celebration.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 23:30:00 +0100
Writer with severe speech impairment up for national award
A Caerphilly disability advocate and children’s author has been shortlisted for a national arts award.

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Planning applications received by this county council
Here is a list of planning applications received by Monmouthshire County Council:

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