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 | Queues at petrol stations amid rising prices as drivers try to fill up for Easter With Easter weekend rapidly approaching, we know the urge to ‘escape’ on a budget-friendly drive will be high on many people’s lists—whether you’re visiting family or heading out for a day trip. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Drugs boss and his runner locked up for selling cocaine A drug dealing duo from Abertillery who sold cocaine in the Gwent Valleys have been locked up Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Vandals tear up green spaces in one valleys town - and nothing seems to stop them Roundabouts and green spaces have been ripped to shreds by off-road bikes and quads, leaving this Gwent town in tatters. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Major high street chain to leave city with store closure date announced River Island is closing its Friars Walk store in Newport, with a closing‑down sale now on. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | This is when final resurfacing work will take place on major Newport roundabout The final stages of resurfacing work at Bassaleg Roundabout will be carried out over the next week. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Man pleads guilty to supplying cocaine in Gwent valleys Blackwood man pleads guilty to supplying cocaine in the Gwent valleys Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Armed forces and police to descend on Welsh airport - this is why Multiple police personnel will be stationed around a Welsh Airport today (April 2) to carry out a planned response to major incidents. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Landlord fined for illegally collecting rent Caerphilly landlord Paul Frederick Jones fined for illegally collecting rent Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | WATCH - Man hurled brick at police during late night car chase Police have arrested a 23-year-old man who hauled a brick at police during a car chase. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | This is why commuters were hit with delays and morning rail cancellations today Multiple train cancellations to Newport and other stations have caused widespread commuter delays this morning (April 2, 2026). Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Welsh firefighters send eight emergency vehicles to Ukraine South Wales Fire and Rescue Service donates eight fire appliances to Fire Aid for Ukraine, backed by Welsh Government. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | 'Quiet crisis' emerging in the food and drink workforce A new IGD report warns of a UK food and drink skills shortage. The Welsh Government’s Food & Drink Skills Wales offers funded training to bridge the gap. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Newport named one of the most affordable places for a day out Aqua’s new study ranks Newport among the UK’s most affordable cities for a day out, with low dining and cinema costs. Southend-on-Sea tops the list. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Nearly £2 million worth of livestock killed or injured in dog attacks in 2025 Dog attacks killed or injured £2m of livestock in 2025, warns NFU Mutual. Dog owners urged to use leads over Easter as new law boosts police powers. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | What does the public in Wales really think about renewable energy? New polling shows 71% of people in Wales back increased renewable energy. Support spans political parties, but cost concerns shape public attitudes. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Hundreds say phone signal is 'having real impact' on daily life Monmouthshire residents face poor mobile phone signal, with 72% reporting bad reception. MP Catherine Fookes urges UK Government and telecoms to act. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Shoppers encouraged to buy British lamb over Easter Choose British lamb for Easter, says National Sheep Association. New season UK lamb offers flavour and sustainability. Support local sheep farmers. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Welsh university among first in UK to offer AI qualification The University of South Wales introduces the UK’s first Applied AI for Business accreditation with IOEE, integrated into its BA Business and Management course. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | How Newport celebrated Transgender Day of Visibility TRANSGENDER Day of Visibility took place on Tuesday, March 31 across the UK and Newport joined in the celebrations. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Want a say in your county’s culture? A new forum is recruiting members Monmouthshire Cultural Partnership Forum seeks new members to shape local arts, heritage and community culture. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Children with cancer being 'overlooked' by system — charity demands action Young Lives vs Cancer urges Senedd election candidates to prioritise support for children with cancer in Wales. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Housing association launches air ambulance fundraiser Barcud launches £5,000 fundraising campaign for Wales Air Ambulance, supporting vital helicopter missions across rural Wales. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Passenger-led overhaul of bus services proposed in Wales Bus Users UK’s 2026 Manifesto urges Welsh Government to deliver franchised, accessible and sustainable bus services, prioritising passenger needs. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Woman’s childhood journey across Rwandan border published in a new memoir Emertha’s memoir, The Brave Girl Within Me, charts her childhood journey across the Rwandan border and her search for her father, now written from Wales. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Digital careers conference sees increase in student confidence Aspiration Digital’s Cardiff conference boosts South Wales students’ confidence in digital careers by 73%, with support from Cardiff Met. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Dedicated volunteer honoured with prestigious community award Mike Flanagan, Assistant Chief Commissioner for St John Ambulance Cymru, wins Mayor’s Citizenship Award for outstanding community service in Bridgend. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | The winning design that will become new official mascot for Caerphilly Play A primary school pupil has won a borough-wide mascot design competition. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Newly completed housing estate delivers 32 new affordable homes Rockfield Farm in Undy delivers 32 affordable, energy-efficient homes by Monmouthshire Housing Association, with support from Monmouthshire County Council. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Fantastic things for families to do this Easter in Newport Discover Newport Live’s Easter holiday activities for families, including free swimming, sports, arts workshops, and shows across Newport venues Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | 'Legoland-style' town centre development branded as 'absolutely hideous' by MS Lindsay Whittle believes that artist impressions of a £45m redevelopment of Caerphilly town centre are "absolutely hideous" Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Fuel prices see biggest monthly increase ever UK petrol prices saw a record rise in March 2026, with petrol up 20p and diesel 40p per litre, according to RAC Fuel Watch. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Vaccine cutting hospital admissions in some of the most at-risk patients RSV vaccine cuts hospital admissions by 75% in Welsh over-75s, says Public Health Wales. Programme expands to over-80s. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Four-bedroom house for sale with guide price of £525k to £550k A four-bedroom detached house is for sale at The Manor in Llantarnam with a guide price of £525,000 to £550,000. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Four-bedroom semi with three reception rooms on market for £540,000 Four-bedroom semi-detached house in Lodge Road, Caerleon, is on the market with a guide price of £540,000 Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Unpaid carers at 'breaking point' in a failing system Unpaid carers say they are reaching "breaking point" in a system that continues to fail them. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | South Wales college launches first fully Welsh-medium childcare course A new childcare course could help shape the workforce of the future Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Students encouraged to consider careers in construction Young people are being encouraged to explore careers in construction. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Man, 67, died after collapse at night club An inquest has opened into the death of Leonard John Vincent Powell after he collapsed at War of Comrades Club Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Villagers bemoan ‘Wild West’ road issues and relentless lorry traffic Residents of Wattsville say relentless HGV traffic poses a constant nuisance in their village – with cars damaged, round-the-clock noise, and pollution Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Fly-tipper caught illegally dumping building waste and rubble Fly-tipper Craig Lewis caught illegally dumping building waste and rubble in Tredegar and Ebbw Vale Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Commuters delayed after multiple rail cancellations in Gwent. Delays were affecting the Newport to Ebbw Vale line this morning Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Gorgeous trio of new homes with four bedrooms and double car ports for sale at £575k Three detached new-build homes in Maesgwartha, each with a double car port and multi-purpose room above, are for sale at Forge Row, Gilwern Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court In court from Newport, Tredegar Pontypool and Caerphilly Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Frustration at city centre traffic lights staying ‘red for too long’ Traffic lights near Newport’s railway station should be reconfigured to prevent city centre gridlock, a councillor has claimed Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Taxi driver ‘refused to take booking because disabled person had guide dog’ Newport taxi driver Mohammed Ghzanfar Hussain prosecuted because he failed or refused to take a booking because a disabled person had 'guide dog' Source: © The South Wales Argus |
| Man, 36, found dead in car outside his own home An inquest has opened into the death of Ashley Jay Lewis, who was found in his car parked outside his own home Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | The inspiring reason this boy, 7, is selling the Pokémon story he created Dylan Thacker has raised more than £750 for charity by selling copies of a story he wrote about Pokémon Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | HMRC tax shake-up warning as many admit they do not understand new rules Many taxpayers are heading into one of the biggest tax changes in years without fully understanding what they need to do. Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | Millions of pensioners risk surprise HMRC bill as Personal Allowance hit by rise Millions could face surprise tax bills as pensions rise and allowances stay frozen. Check the four key tax breaks before April 5 Source: © The South Wales Argus |
 | What Martin Lewis says companies don’t want you to know - and how to beat it New laws aim to make cancelling subscriptions easier and stop hidden charges. Martin Lewis says it should be as easy to leave as to sign up. Source: © The South Wales Argus |