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Could your journey be affected by a major programme of roadworks?

A major resurfacing programme is set to begin affecting several towns across the Caerphilly area including Trethomas, Risca and Cefn Fforest

South Wales Argus·1d ago
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Police officers stopped a moped - then they uncovered a string of safety concerns

A moped rider has been reported for multiple offences after being stopped by police officers in Cwmbran town centre.

South Wales Argus·1d ago
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Newport parking charges compared with free schemes across Gwent towns

Are we being ripped off with hefty car parking charges in Newport’s city centre? The current parking charges in most council run car parks in Newport’s city centre are set at £2.80 for the first three

South Wales Argus·2d ago
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Aberystwyth resident stuffs ornaments in sock and swings it at man trying to get into his house

Eyewitnesses watched on in shock on the warm evening in the busy seaside town as Lee Southan then armed himself with a kitchen knife and discharged a fire extinguisher towards police

Wales Online·3d ago
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Youths seen climbing onto roofs, setting fires and abusing workers in Barry

Police have been given additional powers in a bid to tackle the rise in bad behaviour in the town centre

Wales Online·3d ago
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Bomb disposal team called to street in Monmouth and residents evacuated

Residents were evacuated to Monmouth town centre and a man was arrested

Wales Online·5d ago
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Here's how much a town council has given out in donations in the last month

Risca Town Council agreed to give £450 between two organisations and consider support for two more.

South Wales Argus·5d ago
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Suspect named after man stabbed in Neath town centre

A 30-year-old man from Port Talbot received medical treatment following the incident but has since been discharged from hospital

Wales Online·6d ago
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Haverfordwest behaviour order could be scrapped despite reports of 'gangs of feral children'

Pembrokeshire council is reviewing the public spaces protection order introduced to tackle antisocial behaviour in Haverfordwest town centre

Wales Online·5 Oct
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Manhunt launched after stabbing in Neath town centre

Police were called to reports of a 30-year-old being stabbed on Friday evening

Wales Online·3 Oct
What's On

Shrewsbury Town Fireworks & Food 2026

Join Social Eats this November for a great display of fireworks, lasers, food & drinks.

Skiddle·30 Sept
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Plans lodged to turn empty town centre upper floors into four flats

Plans have been submitted to convert the upper floors of a Commercial Street building into four flats while retaining commercial use on the ground floor.

South Wales Argus·30 Sept
Council

Merthyr Town Football Club 'appalled' by post-match incident involving children

Merthyr Town Football Club 'appalled' by post-match incident involving children  Wales Online

Wales Online·30 Sept
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BBC crew turned this south Wales village into a fictional seaside town

Magor was transformed into the fictional seaside town of Morfa as filming took place for BBC thriller The Night They Vanished starring Joanne Froggatt.

South Wales Argus·29 Sept
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Threatening and abusive man carried out attack in seaside town

Jordan Taylor, 30, of Abergavenny, has avoided prison after assaulting another man and committing a public order offence in Tenby.

South Wales Argus·28 Sept
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Drivers monitored in two towns as police step up operation targeting road safety

Gwent Police officers have carried out speed monitoring in Blaenau Gwent over the weekend.

South Wales Argus·28 Sept
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University research finds massive drop in anti-social behaviour in troubled town

Big drop in anti-social behaviour complaints in Caldicot recorded by university researchers.

South Wales Argus·27 Sept
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Roadworks to continue across several towns as weather forces changes to planned dates

Road improvement works are set to continue across multiple towns, according to Caerphilly County Borough Council.

South Wales Argus·26 Sept
What's On

A Town Called Christmas

Far away, beyond the snow, and nestled in a perfect nook you'll find a town called Christmas...

Skiddle·26 Sept
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Police step in over school parking problems at pick-up and drop-off

Gwent Police have carried out patrols outside Georgetown Primary School following concerns about parking during pick-up and drop-off times.

South Wales Argus·22 Sept
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Man accused of raping woman to stand trial in late 2027 after not guilty plea

Callum Townsend, 23, from Llantarnam, Cwmbran has denied a rape allegation

South Wales Argus·22 Sept
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Bafta-winning Ebbw Vale comedy The Golden Cobra returns for second series

A Bafta-winning animated comedy set in a Gwent town is returning for a second series.

South Wales Argus·22 Sept
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Road closure planned for key section of Maesteg town

The residential street could be closed on a number of days in October and November

Wales Online·20 Sept
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Man arrested after person 'threatened with crossbow' in Bridgend

Police were called to the town on Saturday afternoon before a suspect was taken into custody

Wales Online·20 Sept
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Drivers caught speeding and not wearing seatbelts after concerns raised by residents

Drivers were caught speeding and not wearing seatbelts by police in Griffithstown after concerns were raised by residents about speeding.

South Wales Argus·20 Sept
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New plans could reshape town centre but residents have final say as consultation open

Monmouthshire County Council is seeking input from residents, businesses, and community groups for the next phase of Caldicot town centre's regeneration.

South Wales Argus·19 Sept
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Why food lovers are flocking to this Welsh town this weekend as a festival returns

A major food festival returns this weekend, promising two days of flavour, entertainment and famous faces.

South Wales Argus·19 Sept
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Pretty Welsh town packed with 100 independent shops and no abandoned stores in sight

Against the stunning scenes of the Brecon Beacons is a small town that certainly packs a punch, with 100 independent shops lining its high street, without any empty shops

Wales Online·19 Sept
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Town football club applies to serve alcohol until after midnight

Pontypool Town AFC is applying for a club premises certificate for its clubhouse.

South Wales Argus·18 Sept
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New uses for town's former Original Factory Shop confirmed as building is sold

The large shop on Chepstow High Street has been empty for three years after chain closed.

South Wales Argus·18 Sept
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Welsh village with incredible views set for massive influx of visitors

The new Lôn Yr Adar Bridge has been unveiled, completing the active travel route between Glan Conwy and the towns of Llandudno Junction and Conwy

Wales Online·15 Sept
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'Whole town stopped working' after M4 crash triggers traffic chaos

Chepstow was brought to a halt by a single motorway crash more than 10 miles away on Sunday, September 13.

South Wales Argus·15 Sept
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Former primary school could be transformed into 25 affordable homes

Blaenau Gwent plans 25 affordable homes at former Willowtown Primary School in Ebbw Vale, including flats, houses and plans to demolish an old boxing gym.

South Wales Argus·15 Sept
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Former cake shop to be converted to a 'wellbeing hub' as yoga studio plan approved

Yoga studio plan will improve commercial offer in Griffithstown say planners.

South Wales Argus·15 Sept
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Plans for new housing and courtyard in Pontypridd town centre revealed

Housing association Trivallis has purchased properties on Taff Street near Llys Cadwyn with a view to redevelopment

Wales Online·14 Sept
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Ironman Wales draws thousands to seaside town as biggest weekend of year begins

The countdown is on in a Pembrokeshire town as thousands of athletes, supporters and spectators arrive ahead of Sunday's IRONMAN Wales 2026

South Wales Argus·12 Sept
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Abergavenny jazz festival to bring live music and free family fun this September

A jazz festival will bring a weekend of live music and family-friendly entertainment to the heart of the town.

South Wales Argus·12 Sept
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Pontypridd traders excited for the future in much-changed town centre

'You can tell it is on the up. People are travelling miles to come here.'

Wales Online·12 Sept
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Permanent free Christmas parking dates in Neath Port Talbot approved

The move will see five set days of free parking in the town centres of Neath, Pontardawe and Port Talbot

Wales Online·11 Sept
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Candidates have made their pitch to voters ahead of an upcoming council by-election

There are five candidates looking to win two seats on Blaenavon Town Council.

South Wales Argus·11 Sept
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14-year-old boy arrested after bomb squad called to Welsh town

A 14-year-old boy has been arrested after a suspicious object was found on Snowdrop Lane in Haverfordwest on Sunday, September 6

South Wales Argus·7 Sept
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Residents' concerns prompt increased police presence and patrols around town

Police have been carrying out patrols in Chepstow to address anti-social behaviour and improve community safety on Saturday, September, 5.

South Wales Argus·7 Sept
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Life at county town market where footfall and customer service is key

Carmarthenshire Council is confident that a £41m regeneration project nearby will help local businesses

Wales Online·6 Sept
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13 shop closures in eight months prompt fears for struggling town centre

Residents fear Chepstow town centre is in decline after a string of shop closures sparked debate.

South Wales Argus·5 Sept
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Blackwood councillors ask leader to confirm Caerphilly spending

We are sure the Labour cabinet is well aware that many residents in Blackwood and other towns within the former Islwyn constituency feel that they are at a disadvantage, with more developments and fes

South Wales Argus·4 Sept
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Hundreds flock to meet Doctor Who, Toy Story and Star Wars stars

Hundreds of people descended on a Blaenau Gwent town to meet a number of film and TV stars last weekend for what organisers believe was their biggest event yet.

South Wales Argus·3 Sept
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Newport businesses are repeatedly broken into and town centre is unsafe

This seems to have been a full-on week for criminal enterprise in Newport, the businesses trying to bring some sense of occasion to Newport, yet again are being broken into repeatedly.

South Wales Argus·2 Sept
What's On

One Night in Nashville

The UK's #1 and only true Downtown-Nashville & Honky Tonk experience, featuring the biggest Modern Country hits.

Skiddle·2 Sept
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Newport punk trio Hairdye to launch EP with Corn Exchange headline show on November 7

Punk trio Hairdye are set to make noise in their hometown with a string of upcoming gigs.

South Wales Argus·2 Sept