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WalesOnline - Newport

‘Like Lord of the Rings’ - people in disbelief over mass brawl in Welsh town

Eight people were arrested and four were hospitalised, one of whom remains in hospital

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WalesOnline - Newport

Gang posing as police officers scam Newport couple out of thousands of pounds

They told the couple that they were being targeted by someone trying to withdraw money from their account

WalesOnline - Newport

Girl, 16, missing for three days as concerns for her welfare grow

Ruby Jameson hasn't been seen or heard from since Tuesday and concern is growing for her welfare

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South Wales Argus | Newport

Drivers warned they could face £2,500 fines over little known tax rule

Experts have warned drivers that that forgetting one key rule could lead to hefty fines of up to £2,500

South Wales Argus | Newport

Live - severe delays of 93 minutes after crash on the M4

A crash has closed the M4 westbound between junction 24 Coldra and junction 25 Caerleon - follow for updates.

WalesOnline - Newport

M4 Newport crash closed part of motorway for an hour

Part of the westbound carriageway near Newport was closed for more than an hour

South Wales Argus | Newport

Four hospitalised and eight arrested after series of mass violence in two Gwent towns

FOUR MEN were hospitalised following the mass violence that ensued in Blackwood and Newbridge yesterday, February 13.

South Wales Argus | Newport

Man who flashed at bus stop sentenced

Ashley Holpin, 40, pleaded guilty to outraging public decency in Fochriw, Caerphilly

South Wales Argus | Newport

Meet the 80-year-olds still working as school dinner ladies

Two catering assistants are still serving school dinners at the age of 80

South Wales Argus | Newport

Plan submitted to turn house into children's home - even though it's already running

PLANS to legitimise the conversion of a house in Ebbw Vale into a residential care home for children have been lodged with Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council.

South Wales Argus | Newport

Lifeline for 'valuable' community centre given notice it could close within weeks

The centre has been described as 'valuable and wonderful' but faces losing funding

South Wales Argus | Newport

More than 8 out of 10 readers say State Pension age should not be 71

We asked you what you thought of a report suggesting the State Pension age should be 71, and thousands responsed

South Wales Argus | Newport

Live: Police looking for man said to be on the run in city centre

Police are searching for a man said to be on the run

South Wales Argus | Newport

Drivers face £14,000 Highway Code fines as warning issued ahead of weekend

Romantic drivers could face fines of over £12,000 in total if they break these laws which are especially relevant on Valentine’s Day.

South Wales Argus | Newport

Ex-councillor denies sexually abusing three young girls

Abdul Rahman, 36, from Newport is on trial accused of alleged sex offences the prosecution claims happened between 2000 and 2013

South Wales Argus | Newport

Five picturesque local spots for a romantic walk on Valentine's Day

If you are looking for a lovely activity to spend with your partner, why not get out in nature for a romantic walk

South Wales Argus | Newport

Library saved from closure after public campaign to keep it open

Tredegar Park Library will no longer be closing as budget proposals have been overturned following backlash

South Wales Argus | Newport

Bicycle thief jailed

Eugene Scorr, 35, from Caldicot was convicted of stealing a £200 bike

South Wales Argus | Newport

Infants and nursery school praised for 'strong leadership' by Estyn

A school is celebrating after a positive recent Estyn inspection resulted in a good report

South Wales Argus | Newport

In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court

In court from Newport, Pontypool, Brynmawr and Caerphilly