Archive
-
Date
Appeal launched to find man after 23-year-old assaulted in pub beer garden
POLICE have appealed to find a man who may have more information after a 23-year-old man was reportedly assaulted in a pub beer garden in Caerphilly. Gwent Police are investigating an assault which took place in The Court House beer garden in Caerphilly
-
Date
Lord of The Rings star Ian McKellen pulls out of show after West End stage fall
Sir Ian McKellen has taken the decision to withdraw from the national tour of Player Kings after suffering an injury. The actor has taken medical advice after falling off stage during the West End show. A statement from the production said:
-
Date
Developer unveils detailed plans to add 259 homes to village
Housing developer Redrow has unveiled detailed plans for the latest stage of a major project on the edge of Newport. The firm has applied for reserved matters planning permission to build a further 259 houses at its Great Milton Park development
-
Date
Key M4 bridge to be closed three times this month for vital resurfacing works
A KEY motorway bridge is set to close three times this month to allow for essential repair works. National Highways has confirmed that the Prince of Wales bridge will be closed westbound overnight on Monday 8, Tuesday 9, and Saturday, July 20.
-
Date
Family demand answers after dad given palliative care for cancer he no longer has
A family have spoken out after they believe one family member has been given palliative care incorrectly for the last five years. Rebecca Whitney’s father Colin, now 77, was originally diagnosed with stage four lymphoma in the summer of 2019, around
-
Date
Police called to assist with incident as major train delays experienced in rush hour
MANY PEOPLE heading to work on the South Wales train network may have experienced some delays this morning. Anyone trying to use the Cardiff Central to Barry line would have seen their trains significantly delayed during rush hour this morning
-
Date
Standards chief brands plan to ban lying politicians in Wales as 'clumsy'
The standards commissioner criticised “clumsy” plans to make it a criminal offence for Senedd members and candidates to deliberately deceive the public. Douglas Bain, who investigates complaints against Senedd members, raised concerns about clause
-
Date
WATCH: Witnesses called forward as man allegedly 'banged on car window'
POLICE are asking witnesses or those with footage to come forward after a man approached a blue car in Caerphilly and "reportedly banged on the window." Gwent Police Caerphilly Borough Officers have shared a video which shows an unknown man approaching
-
Date
UK's best fish and chip shop gets 'once-in-a-lifetime' trip to Norway
The fish and chip shop, Ship Deck, in Caerphilly learned lots about sustainable fishing and how it can help local businesses. Earlier this year, Ship Deck was crowned the UK's best fish and chip shop at the National Fish and Chip Awards.
-
Date
XL Bully dog attacks boy, 11, outside city church
AN XL BULLY dog has attacked an 11 year-old-boy, who was taken to hospital. Gwent Police received reports of a dog attack on Clarence Street in Newport near St Michael’s RC Church at around 11.50am on Sunday, June 30. A spokesperson for the
-
Date
Two lucky South Wales winners claim £100k prize in Premium Bonds July 2024 draw
If you own premium bonds, this could be your lucky day as two people from South Wales have won £100,000 each in the July 2024 draw. National Savings and Investment (NS&I) has announced the July 2024 Premium Bonds winners. This month's
-
Date
Louis Tomlinson bought 'full size TV' to watch England game at Glastonbury
Glastonbury 2024 and the Euro 2024 match between England and Slovakia have apparently collided tonight (June 30) as singer Louis Tomlinson bought “a full size television” so he and others could watch the game while at the festival. TV critic Scott
-
Date
'Do not eat': Iceland issues warning to customers over 'health risk'
Iceland has issued a recall as customers have been warned not to eat a product which may be a possible health risk. The supermarket is recalling its Iceland 4 Golden Savoury Rice Steam Bags because they may contain crustaceans, fish, milk and molluscs
-
Date
Has a Prime Minister ever lost their seat in an election and what would happen?
General Elections in the UK have seen plenty of surprising moments occur within them, but a question that some people might wonder is if a Prime Minister has ever lost their seat. Understandably, leaders of a party are usually placed in very safe
-
Date
Police appeal launched after van theft from lay-by last week
AN APPEAL has been launched following an alleged theft of a van from a lay-by in Maesycwmmer. The reported theft is suspected to have taken place around 5.30am on Monday, June 24, and involved a grey Transit van, from which a specialised Levo Expert
-
Date
UK to be hit by second heatwave in a matter of days from Mediterranean airstream
The UK isn’t set to cool down any time soon as weather maps suggest that high temperatures will be back soon for a second heatwave. It comes as weather forecasters show a Mediterranean airstream making its way towards the UK sending boiling temperatures
-
Date
Dream west Wales property with beachside views on the market
A spacious bungalow in Pembrokeshire with beachside views is on the market for £650,000. Located in Saundersfoot, the property has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room with a fireplace, kitchen dining room and is walking distance to the
-
Date
Here's the full line up for Newport's 2024 Reggae and Riddim Festival
The University of South Wales announced it will be sponsoring the 2024 Reggae and Riddim Festival. The festival at Tredegar House on July 26 to 28 aims to be Jamaica's most authentic Reggae culture festival in Europe. The line up Friday
-
Date
Much-loved community hall under threat of closure appeals for donations
A FUNDRAISER has been set up to raise money to keep the Beaufort Hill Miners Welfare open. This year the hall is celebrating its 90th anniversary, but it is under the threat of closing. “We want to keep the place open, but the rise in costs
-
Date
Police find man wanted in connection with supermarket harassment
OFFICERS from Gwent Police have found a man wanted in connection with alleged harassment in a supermarket. A woman was reportedly approached and followed by an unknown man around a supermarket chain store last week. The incident happened on
-
Date
DWP could pay you £737 a month if you have one of these mental health conditions
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) might pay people £737 a month if they suffer from certain mental health conditions. Over 1.3 million people across Britain were claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for psychiatric disorders by
-
Date
One lane reopened on M4 eastbound but congestion remains
12:46pm Congestion has now eased in all areas, so we will be closing the live blog. Thanks for following.
-
Date
Tractor run for Monmouthshire rural support centre
A tractor run will take place in Monmouthshire this weekend. Monmouthshire Rural Support Centre (MRSC), based at Raglan Livestock Market, is a crucial hub of support for farmers and rural communities. The centre's volunteers offer mental and
-
Date
Ebbw Vale entrepreneur helps people mental health sufferers into work
An Ebbw Vale businessman is helping people with mental health conditions to get into work. The young entrepreneur, Leon Spencer, 25, from Rassau, has created an environment where people with mental health issues can develop their employment skills
-
Date
Energy price cap falls today but £155 rise expected to take effect in October
A drop in the energy price cap has taken place today (Monday, July 1) but the relief is set to be temporary as it is expected to go up again in October. Regulator Ofgem's new price cap for England, Wales and Scotland came into force on Monday,
-
Date
County pull off a transfer coup by securing permanent deal for former loan star
NEWPORT County AFC have pulled of a major summer move after bringing Matt Baker back for a third spell with the club on a permanent basis. The 21-year-old defender, who can also play in midfield, played for the Exiles twice on loan from Stoke and
-
Date
Coronation Street legend breaks silence on potential return to the cobbles
The former Coronation Street star Thelma Barlow has revealed her answer on if she would ever return to the soap to film a cameo role. The 95-year-old played the role of Mavis Wilton for 26 years between 1971 and 1997, featuring in more than 1,200
-
Date
Drivers warned new AI cameras 'can spy inside' cars
Drivers have been warned that new AI cameras, which are being trialled by a number of UK police forces, can 'spy inside' cars. The new cameras, which use artificial intelligence, are being used by ten police forces across the country and could
-
Date
Magor's students walk to school for sponsored event
A walk to school day was recently held in Magor, sponsored by the Magor Action Group on Rail (MAGOR). It took place on June 28 and was aimed at promoting the Magor & Undy Walkway Station as an alternative to using the M4 motorway, and was part
-
Date
Drivers warned of new 'mandatory' speed limiters being fitted on cars this month
Drivers have been warned that their cars could be fitted with ‘mandatory’ speed limiters following a change to driving laws this month. A shift in EU driving rules will see the implementation of the speed limiters, and it has the potential to impact
-
Date
DWP could pay you £737 a month if you have one of these mental health conditions
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) might pay people £737 a month if they suffer from certain mental health conditions. Over 1.3 million people across Britain were claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for psychiatric disorders by
-
Date
Recap: Train lines delayed by up to 15 minutes after 'serious incident'
-
Date
Drivers warned of new 'mandatory' speed limiters being fitted on cars this month
Drivers have been warned that their cars could be fitted with ‘mandatory’ speed limiters following a change to driving laws this month. A shift in EU driving rules will see the implementation of the speed limiters, and it has the potential to impact
-
Date
Taxi driver has licence revoked by council for undisclosed reason
ONE taxi or private hire driver had their licence revoked by a Torfaen council panel in the period from October 2023 to March this year. The council’s licensing panel held seven hearings during that time and as well as revoking one driver’s licence
-
Date
Community's post office officially re-opens as mayor 'cuts ribbon'
The mayor officially opened the newly-refurbished post office in Bargoed on June 28. The branch closed briefly in March 2024 due to major building work. The post office now has a new ceiling, flooring, fixtures, fittings and a more accessible
-
Date
How much Newport pharmacies charge to deliver prescriptions
HOW much do pharmacies charge to deliver vital medication to you? We find out. Last week The Argus wrote about how a pharmacy has had to make the decision to start charging delivery fees due to rising costs. Now, we find out how much pharmacies
-
Date
Record store owner frames moment he confronted Boris Johnson
A record store owner said he took off his jacket and pointed to his ,'The Stupids', punk band shirt when Boris Johnson asked if the conservatives could rely on his vote. Mark James, 60, of Pontypool, a retired community mental health nurse and
-
Date
Labour pledges on health, education and rivers in Wales are 'misleading'
LABOUR has been accused of “misleading” voters in a key Gwent seat by making promises on issues the Welsh Government has responsibility for. Leaflets promising to “cut NHS waiting lists” and recruit new teachers have however been defended by Monmouthshire
-
Date
Council reports on charity collections, smoking laws and sex establishments
NO complaints about charity collections, no smoking laws or sex establishments were received by a Gwent council at the end of last year. Torfaen Borough Council’s licensing team reports its activities on a regular basis to the authority’s licensing
-
Date
Cancer Research Wales welcomes new CEO from BHF Cymru
Cancer Research Wales has revealed its new CEO. The torch has been passed to Adam Fletcher, former head of the British Heart Foundation (BHF) Cymru. Now steering the ship of the only charity fully dedicated to funding cancer research in Wales
-
Date
Two new arrivals to welcome to the world
Here are more babies recently born in Gwent. Every Monday on our New Arrivals page we give them a big welcome to the world. If you’ve recently had a baby and would like to share your news with us go to www.southwalesargus.co.uk/new-baby/ and