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Newport at standstill as boy who 'brought the sunshine' Ta-Shay Canoville makes his final journey

Hundreds lined the streets to say goodby to Ta-Shay Canoville, 16, forever remembered by his family and friends for his 'joyful spirit'

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Two Welsh teenagers arrested in Thailand

Two 17-year-old boys from Cardiff arrested in Thailand as South Wales Police launch investigation

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Drivers urged to take care this weekend amid road disruption and high temperatures

Drivers are being urged to take extra care on the roads this weekend due to high temperatures, road closures, and ongoing disruption.

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Kylie Minogue introduces Tarantino to Welsh heritage on South Wales film set

Kylie Minogue has taken Quentin Tarantino on a trip back to her roots.

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The scam that's already cost fans millions - and it starts with one click

Gwent Police are warning the public to be alert to ticket fraud scams that can leave fans out of pocket and unable to attend live events.

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NHS worker injured and taken off duty after terrifying brick attack on M4

An NHS emergency service worker has been left unable to work after his vehicle was damaged on the job.

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Man must pay over £200 for watching TV without a licence

A Newport man has been ordered to pay more than £200 for watching TV without a licence

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Police recover stolen car on patrol and urge residents to report suspicions

A stolen car has been recovered by police during patrols in Newport.

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Heatwave heroes - the frontline staff who went above and beyond in brutal weather

Frontline staff are being praised for going above and beyond during a recent heatwave.

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Baby blue tribute as Newport community says goodbye to teenager Tashay Canoville

A community gathered in baby blue to say goodbye to a teenager whose life was cut short.

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LIVE- M4 at a standstill near Newport after crash as delays hit 23 minutes

Drivers face severe M4 delays near Newport with traffic at a standstill and queues building after a crash.

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Ambulance service declared critical incident after one of its busiest days

Critical incident declared as South East Coast Ambulance faces surge in emergency demand

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UK records highest ever temperature for June

The Met Office has officially confirmed the UK’s hottest June day on record, as parts of Wales sit under a rare red extreme heat warning with temperatures soaring into the mid‑30s.

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Could this free police messaging tool be the key to a safer community?

People in Gwent are being encouraged to sign up to a  messaging system that keeps residents updated by their local police, but will it make a difference?

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South Wales university with 'welcoming' community ranked among the world's best

Cardiff University has featured on the QS World University Rankings for 2027 - see how it fared.

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Fire services issue further warnings over extreme heat and wildfire risk

Welsh Fire services are urging further caution during the ongoing period of extreme heat.

South Wales Argus | Newport

Dramatic scenes captured by our Camera Club as thunderstorms hit Gwent

AFTER a period of record-breaking heat and sunny weather, the skies above Gwent were filled with thunder and lightning.

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Reckless driver wanted by police after being recalled to prison

POLICE are appealing for information to help find reckless driver Dwayne Zungunde, 23, from Pontypool, who has been recalled to prison.

South Wales Argus | Newport

Disqualified driver was caught getting behind the wheel 10 times in one month

DISQUALIFIED driver Damien Luce, 29, from Cwmbran, showed complete disregard for the law after he was caught driving 10 times in a single month.

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Ex-RAF man opens 'posh off licence' stocking Welsh wine, beer and spirits

"A posh off licence" selling an impressive selection of wine, beer and spirits is opening its doors on Beaufort Street in Crickhowell later this week.