South Wales Argus

Mon, 25 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
‘Memories erased’ - Urban explorers’ video shows the sorry state of closed theme park
Urban explorers have entered the grounds of a closed theme park.

Mon, 25 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Man jailed after supplying class A drugs to 'fund his own addiction'
A man has been jailed for supplying crack cocaine to help support his addiction.

Mon, 25 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
This town has something for everyone - and one picturesque street shows why
Find out more about Abergavenny's Market Street which is packed with independent spirit, local food and real community heart.

Mon, 25 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Five dogs looking for their forever home from Many Tears Rescue
These five furry friends from Many Tears Animal Rescue are all looking for their forever homes

Mon, 25 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Report reveals the hidden kitchen failings behind this takeaway’s 2 hygiene score
A food hygiene inspection has highlighted issues at a takeaway, revealing unsafe practices in food handling and cleanliness.

Mon, 25 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
160-year-old chapel sells for almost 7 times guide – but what will it become next?
A former church dating back almost 160 years has been sold for almost seven times its guide price at auction.

Mon, 25 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Pontypool, Tredegar and Caerphilly

Mon, 25 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Police walkabout targets anti-social behaviour and drug use after concerns raised
A police walkabout aimed at tackling anti-social behaviour and drug use took place in Maesglas and Duffryn earlier this week.

Mon, 25 May 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Red Arrows announce major change as fewer aircraft to fly displays from 2026
The Red Arrows have announced a major change to their displays from 2026, with fewer aircraft set to take part - here's why.

Mon, 25 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Nestle forced to apologise as it discontinues 'very popular' cereal after 5 years
Nestle has been forced to apologise after revealing it has discontinued its Curiously Cinnamon Churros Cereal.

Mon, 25 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
History - Read about dancing pair, crash and a Labour mayor in a Tory-run city
The South Wales Argus has been reporting on stories from across the old Gwent region for more than 100 years. Here are just a few of our stories from the past 50 and 100 years.

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Opportunities to use Welsh not consistent across further and higher education
Opportunities to use Welsh are not consistent across further and higher education, according to a new national report.

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Six great pictures showcasing the region
This is just a small selection of the pictures shared by members of the South Wales Argus Camera Club and you can see more by visiting the SWACC page on Facebook. More than 5,800 people are signed up as camera club members. Why not join them?

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Getting sporty down the years around Gwent
This selection of images from our archive show youngsters and athletes from across Gwent enjoying all manner of sports.

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
A look back at mascots having fun around Gwent
Mascots from sports teams and businesses pictured out and about around Gwent in years gone by.

Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Fundraiser launched to plant more trees in Portslade
Since launching in 2019, our Plant Your Postcode (PYP) scheme has supported community groups across Brighton & Hove.

Mon, 25 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
M&S to close South Wales store in the coming days with another set to shut next month
Marks & Spencer (M&S) is set to close two major South Wales stores over the coming weeks, with the Swansea shop the first to shut on Saturday (May 30).

Sun, 24 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Drug dealing ex-boxer who made £48,000 from crime to repay just £1
Leon Coker, 35, from Caerphilly was jailed for 37 months last summer after he was caught red-handed with £20,000 of amphetamine in a suitcase

Sun, 24 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
“Every step is for my dad” – teen walks 36 miles for dad he lost too soon
Newport teenager Leo Tracey will walk 36 miles in a day in memory of his dad Liam, a former 2nd Battalion Royal Welsh soldier, to help support funeral costs.

Sun, 24 May 2026 11:31:06 +0100
Person dies after emergency services rush to late-night incident
Emergency services responded to a medical emergency in Risca last night, May, 23, where a person sadly died.

Sun, 24 May 2026 10:52:31 +0100
Health warning issued as record-breaking May heat predicted for south Wales
The public are being urged to stay safe as temperatures climb during an unusual spell of high heat.

Sun, 24 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
“We’d have to ‘smash into cars’” – emergency warning over Newport school-run gridlock
Cars taking over the streets outside two Newport schools during drop-off and pick-up times is so severe that emergency services have warned they would have no choice other than to ‘smash into cars’ in the event of an emergency.

Sun, 24 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Man, 43, found dead at home after years of ongoing mental health issues and drinking
A 43-year-old man from Brynmawr died at his home last year while experiencing ongoing mental health issues, an inquest has heard.

Sun, 24 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Motorbike seized after reports of anti-social riding as police act swiftly
A motorbike was seized in Monmouth after a report of anti-social driving on Monnow Street earlier this week.

Sun, 24 May 2026 10:53:23 +0100
Couple spot dumped paintings in skip then discover the truth worth £16,000 in shock
A couple who found two paintings dumped in a skip have sold them for £16,000 after they turned out to be rare works by a famous British artist.

Sun, 24 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Man jailed for fourth restraining order breach
Llewellyn Tudball, 47, of Longbridge Court, Risca pleaded guilty to breaching a restraining order for the fourth time

Sun, 24 May 2026 16:42:57 +0100
Residents told to boil their tap water in more than 20 areas of Wales a
A ‘boil water’ notice affecting more than 20 communities remains in place in parts of Wales, according to Dwr Cymru

Sun, 24 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Driver flees crash scene before police track down and seize vehicle
Gwent Police responded to a minor crash in Cwmbran during a busy night shift on Friday night

Sun, 24 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Man admits year-long criminal damage at Newport property
Michael Caine, 56, admitted damaging fixtures, fittings and contents inside a property in Newport

Sun, 24 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
National Trust Wales spots with lots to do for children this half term
National Trust Cymru sites across South Wales are gearing up for a busy half-term, with a range of activities planned for families.

Sun, 24 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Former 19th century coach house hides £2.6m six-bed with a surprising modern twist
A six-bedroom house in Chepstow is on the market for £2.6 million.

Sun, 24 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Where are planned closures and diversions on Wales' major routes this bank holiday?
Delays and diversions are expected across key routes this bank holiday weekend.

Sun, 24 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
A £6 charcuterie board with vineyard views – our perfect budget day out
Fancy a bougie day out on a budget, my friend and I decided to keep things simple without breaking the bank.

Sun, 24 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Shock as farmer finds 120 cannabis plants dumped in 80 bin bags among Christmas trees
A shocked farmer has found 80 bin bags filled with 120 cannabis plants dumped on his land.

Sun, 24 May 2026 15:00:00 +0100
I went stargazing in a Welsh shack – but it wasn’t the stars that stayed with me
REVIEW – Mira in Bala, from Shacks, is a perfect isolation and comfort in the beautiful Welsh countryside.

Sun, 24 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Nantyglo, Cwmbran and Caerphilly

Sun, 24 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Taxi firms “stopped calling” – pub landlady blames ‘menace’ potholes
Roads plagued by “menace” potholes across Caerphilly will be resurfaced, including one in Groeswen where a pub landlady said previous patch-up jobs had been “a complete waste of time and money”.

Sun, 24 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
“It felt like my world had ended” – girl dies just 15 days after brain tumour found
A young girl died just 15 days after first showing symptoms of an aggressive brain tumour.

Sun, 24 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Release £3.8 million funding to help people struggling with heating costs, says MP
Plaid Cymru have been urged to release funding given by the UK government quickly to help people struggling with their heating oil costs.

Sun, 24 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Five super easy ways to stay cool and sleep better during a heatwave
The warm weather is finally here - but with it comes hot sticky days that turn into sweltering nights.

Sun, 24 May 2026 11:00:00 +0100
Shirley Ballas gives her verdict on Strictly Come Dancing's 3 new hosts
Strictly Come Dancing's Shirley Ballas is already warming to the show's new hosts.

Sun, 24 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Major retailer returns to British high streets weeks after closing down 33 stores
Shoe retailer, Russell & Bromley, has returned to high streets in Next stores.

Sun, 24 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'A&E provision at the Grange is not fit for purpose'
Mike Enea (The Pointy Finger) shares his thoughts on the Grange University Hospital in Llanfrechfra and what can be done to alleviate pressures.

Sun, 24 May 2026 11:53:57 +0100
RECAP - Heavy traffic building as motorway partially blocked
There is heavy traffic on the M4 Westbound between J24 and J26. Follow along for more information

Sun, 24 May 2026 06:50:37 +0100
Ex-BBC presenter Huw Edwards ‘in talks’ for new Channel 4 tell-all documentary
Ex-BBC presenter, Huw Edwards is reportedly in talks to be in a new Channel 4 tell-all documentary.

Sat, 23 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Locked Up: Killer, thug, paedophiles and drug dealer jailed
Locked Up: Newport, Ebbw Vale and Pontypool criminals jailed

Sat, 23 May 2026 11:10:43 +0100
Man appears in court charged with murder after death of man in his 20s
A man has appeared in court charged with murder following an incident on Old Hereford Road in Abergavenny last week.

Sat, 23 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
The 20mph zone where drivers are allegedly reaching motorway speeds
Despite speeding problems plaguing Newport residents, the council has said that the use of speed cameras will not yet be considered on two dangerous stretches of road.

Sat, 23 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Arrests made after girls assaulted by man pretending to be police officer
A 22-year-old man has been arrested after two teenage girls were sexually assaulted at Tutshill Recreation Ground near Chepstow.

Sat, 23 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
This £1.1m rural home seems unassuming at first glance – its remarkable view doesn’t
A detached house in Newport, set in two acres of private land, has gone up for sale for £1.1 million.

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