14+ hour, 33+ min ago   (268+ words) Each week, we take a look in the South Wales Argus archive for 10 pictures taken across Gwent 20 years ago, and this week we focus on pictures taken in the week from September 14, 2006. We have pints named after Newport, a 108th birthday,…...

1+ day, 5+ hour ago   (331+ words) A round-up of recent cases heard before magistrates. Gareth Green, 42, of Sandalwood Court, Newport was disqualified from driving for six months for using a motor vehicle without insurance, without a valid test certificate and for driving otherwise than in accordance…...

1+ day, 13+ hour ago   (445+ words) Two years ago, Newport’s former council leader, Cllr Jane Mudd, said the city centre was “in transition”. Was Cllr Mudd right or wrong? Speaking at a full council meeting in March 2024, Cllr Mudd went on the defensive about the city…...

3+ day, 19+ hour ago   (1539+ words) Jamie Waldron has shared his thoughts on Cwmbran's connection to the Royal Welsh Regiment as the Regiment marks its 20th anniversary (Image: Jamie Waldron) This year The Royal Welsh, Wales' only line infantry regiment, is celebrating its 20th anniversary. On Saturday, September…...

3+ day, 19+ hour ago   (105+ words) So our new First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth admits he has made mistakes. Well that is not true, he knew when he presented the budget because he does not have a majority, it would not get passed. So it was…...

4+ day, 8+ hour ago   (527+ words) The former WH Smith building in Newport’s Commercial Street is likely to be demolished and replaced by a new city-centre open space. A new cabinet report shows demolition is the preferred option for the property, which the council bought in…...

4+ day, 13+ hour ago   (85+ words) A man has admitted on the day of his trial to controlling his former girlfriend over a 15-month period. Ricky Williams, 31, of Pen y Bont, Tredegar also pleaded guilty to burglary with intent to cause damage. The offences were committed…...

4+ day, 14+ hour ago   (367+ words) A criminal with 83 previous convictions for 182 offences has been jailed after he stole two cars worth £20,000 during a burglary at a young Newport family’s home. Arnis Nassa, 56, raided the victims’ house after he got into the property by climbing in…...

4+ day, 19+ hour ago   (52+ words) South Wales Argus Pontypool rugby player Amy Williams eyes first Wales cap A Pontypool rugby player has spoken about her journey into the sport - after switching from football. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local…...

4+ day, 19+ hour ago   (286+ words) The final weekend of 2026 fixtures for bowls teams across Gwent is set to take place. In Division 2 of the Monmouthshire Bowls Association, Pontnewydd will face Rhymney Gwent in back-to-back matches on September 12 and 13. Pontnewydd currently sits in fifth place in…...