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South Wales Argus

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West End stars to perform in charity concert at Llandaff Cathedral

West End stars to perform in charity concert at Llandaff Cathedral

A charity concert featuring West End stars is set to take place at Llandaff Cathedral. 'I Dreamed a Dream' will be held in aid of Calon Hearts UK. ...

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Meg Jenkins

Lindsay Whittle pledges to be 'voice for Caerphilly' after election success

Lindsay Whittle pledges to be 'voice for Caerphilly' after election success

Lindsay Whittle has pledged to be a "voice for Caerphilly" after his recent election as Member of the Senedd. The Plaid Cymru representative won the...

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'Forgotten' figure from pivotal moment in history to take centre stage

'Forgotten' figure from pivotal moment in history to take centre stage

A forgotten figure from a pivotal moment in history is about to take centre stage. Newport-based Her Story Theatre Company will premiere Pianoforte,...

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Abergavenny author reimagines one of art history's most iconic scandals

Abergavenny author reimagines one of art history's most iconic scandals

A bold new theory is reimagining one of art history’s most iconic scandals. Rebecca Jelbert, who lives in Abergavenny and is studying for a PhD in...

02.11.2025 2

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Meg Jenkins

Newport Medieval Ship set to make waves on TV

Newport Medieval Ship set to make waves on TV

A medieval ship is set to make waves on the small screen. A new documentary series will explore the remarkable history of the Newport Medieval Ship,...

02.11.2025 3

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Welsh Government seeks views on modernising election rules

Welsh Government seeks views on modernising election rules

A consultation has been launched on proposed changes to election rules. The Welsh Government is seeking views on the draft Local Elections (Wales)...

30.10.2025 4

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Cardiff EDM artist named winner of award for rising talent

An emerging EDM artist has been named the winner of the Rising Star Award (Industry) at the Youth Music Awards 2025. Rightkeysonly, based in...

19.10.2025 2

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Meg Jenkins

Powerful concert to bring rarely performed Violin Concerto to the stage

A powerful Remembrance Concert will bring a rarely performed Violin Concerto to the stage. The Wrexham Symphony Orchestra will perform at William...

19.10.2025 5

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Meg Jenkins

Trade unions call for stronger political representation in Wales

Trade unions are calling for stronger political representation in Wales. A conference will take place on Saturday, October 18, in Cardiff to explore...

19.10.2025 2

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Meg Jenkins

Welsh singer-songwriter announces release of new album

Welsh singer-songwriter Laura Evans has announced the release of her second album. The follow-up to her 2022 breakthrough record State of Mind,...

17.10.2025 9

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Welsh Government sets out draft budget for 2026/27

More than £27bn has been set out to support public services. The Welsh Government unveiled the 2026/27 spending plan, which Finance Secretary Mark...

17.10.2025 9

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Meg Jenkins

S4C crime drama set in west Wales to return for a second season

A crime drama set in west Wales has been renewed for a second season. S4C has confirmed the return of its psychological thriller Cleddau, which will...

16.10.2025 7

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Young Cubs put their MP through his paces during lively Q&A

Young Cubs put their MP through his paces during a lively Q&A. Chris Evans, MP for Caerphilly, visited the 2nd Caerphilly Cubs group to discuss...

16.10.2025 10

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Pop icon Billy Ocean among headline acts announced for Depot Live

Dance legend Pete Tong and pop icon Billy Ocean have been announced as headline acts for next year’s Depot Live. The 2026 TK Maxx Presents Depot...

16.10.2025 9

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Take a look at these 12 fab pictures taken by our readers

Our South Wales Argus Camera Club has more than 5,500 members who regularly capture the beauty all across the old Gwent region. Here are just a few...

16.10.2025 8

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12 of the best pictures from the South Wales Argus camera club

Our South Wales Argus Camera Club takes some brilliant photos across the five counties that make up the Gwent area. Autumn is in full swing and the...

10.10.2025 6

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First date songwriting session leads to national award nomination

A songwriting session turned first date has led to a national award nomination. A track, titled Long Train Rides, is up for Best Group Track at the...

04.10.2025 7

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Meg Jenkins

Author, broadcaster and politician among the guests on TV series

An acclaimed author has appeared in a new episode of a Welsh television series. Caryl Lewis featured in the S4C programme Cyfrinachau’r Llyfrgell...

04.10.2025 7

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Meg Jenkins

Dame Siân Phillips backs anti-ageism campaign

Dame Siân Phillips has lent her support to an anti-ageism campaign. The celebrated actress is backing Age Cymru’s ongoing campaign to challenge...

04.10.2025 7

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Meg Jenkins

Newton Faulkner announces Teenage Cancer Trust music partnership

Newton Faulkner has announced a music partnership with Teenage Cancer Trust, Newsquest's charity of the year. The singer-songwriter is teaming up...

19.09.2025 10

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Meg Jenkins

British Wool launches Shaun the Sheep Christmas jumper competition for kids

Shaun the Sheep is on the lookout for a brand new Christmas jumper. Children across the country are being invited to help design the animated...

14.09.2025 4

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Meg Jenkins

Dear Evan Hansen set to make its debut in the Welsh Valleys

A Tony Award-winning musical is set to make its debut in the Welsh Valleys. Dear Evan Hansen will be staged at the historic Newbridge Memo in July...

14.09.2025 6

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Meg Jenkins

Pro-Palestine protestors plan demonstration against pension fund investments

Campaigners will gather in Pontypool on September 17 to demand action on pension fund investments. The group is calling for an end to investments in...

12.09.2025 4

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Meg Jenkins

Newport photographer's latest project to be showcased at exhibition

A portrait exhibition will go on display at the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB). Seen, by Newport photographer Joshua Bratt, will...

05.09.2025 6

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Meg Jenkins

Familiar face from BBC Radio 1 to host major screen industry event in Wales

A familiar face from BBC Radio 1 is set to host one of Wales' biggest screen industry events. Journalist and presenter Steffan Powell will lead the...

05.09.2025 7

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Urgent reform demanded for body promoting Welsh red meat

Urgent reform is being demanded for the body responsible for promoting Welsh meat. The call comes from the Senedd’s Economy, Trade and Rural...

04.09.2025 10

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Meg Jenkins

Candidate promises 'fair, green and humane' alternative to Labour and Tory rule

A candidate has promised a 'fair, green and humane' alternative to Labour and Tory rule. Kevin Wilkins has been selected to head the Welsh Liberal...

22.08.2025 10

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Former deputy council leader to stand for new Senedd seat

A former deputy council leader will be the Welsh Liberal Democrats’ lead candidate for a new Senedd seat. Mike Hamilton has been selected as the...

22.08.2025 9

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Meg Jenkins

Gwent Green Party announces three Senedd candidates for 2026 election

The Gwent Green Party has announced its lead candidates for the 2026 Senedd election. Ian Chandler, currently a county councillor and cabinet member...

20.08.2025 7

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Green Party triumph as Cardiff seat won from Labour

The Green Party has claimed a council seat win. The party secured victory in Grangetown, Cardiff, taking the seat from Labour in a by-election that...

17.08.2025 3

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Meg Jenkins

Festival-goers urged to take simple £1 item with them this weekend

Festival-goers are being urged to pack a simple £1 item. Green Man Festival is set to take place this weekend in the Bannau Brycheiniog National...

15.08.2025 8

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Meg Jenkins

Alter Bridge to headline new rock festival at Cardiff Castle

A new rock festival is set to shake the grounds of one of Wales’ most iconic landmarks. Alter Bridge will headline the first-ever Blackbird...

15.08.2025 7

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Meg Jenkins

Only Men Aloud announce extra dates for 25th anniversary tour

Only Men Aloud have announced extra dates for their 25th anniversary tour. The Welsh vocal group, who gained national fame after winning the BBC One...

13.08.2025 10

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Meg Jenkins

Magical panto adventure set to hit Newport stage this festive season

A magical adventure is set to take the stage this festive season, promising laughter, music, and plenty of sparkle. The Riverfront Theatre and Arts...

13.08.2025 7

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Meg Jenkins

Theatre to launch new series of intimate concerts - with a 'ghostly' horse

A new series of concerts promises toe-tapping tunes, storytelling and even a 'ghostly' horse. The Borough Theatre in Abergavenny is launching Boro...

10.08.2025 3

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BBC Radio Wales announces new mid-morning host

Bronwen Lewis is set to become the new voice of mid-mornings on BBC Radio Wales. The singer-songwriter and broadcaster, originally from the Dulais...

09.08.2025 7

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New podcast tells stories of survival and first aid

A new podcast is telling stories of survival, service, and the lifesaving power of first aid. St John Ambulance Cymru has launched Just in Case:...

03.08.2025 4

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Meg Jenkins

Caerphilly cult sci-fi comedy making a comeback

A cult sci-fi comedy is making a comeback. Kangazang! by Caerphilly illustrator and writer Terry Cooper, is being reissued by indie publisher Candy...

03.08.2025 5

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Talented young musicians to perform across Wales this summer

Some of Wales' most talented young musicians are set to perform across the country this summer. The National Youth Arts Wales (NYAW) has announced...

03.08.2025 5

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Meg Jenkins

Pet Shop Boys deliver hit-packed performance at Cardiff Castle

Pet Shop Boys lit up the stage with a hit-packed performance at Cardiff Castle. The UK’s most successful pop duo, Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe,...

03.08.2025 6

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Meg Jenkins

Newport choir wins every category they entered at national competition

A Newport choir wins every category it entered in a national competition. Allegra choir and its chamber choir Allegretta entered the Bournemouth...

26.07.2025 9

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Ukrainian artist gifts artwork to library that has become 'sanctuary'

A Ukrainian artist has gifted an original painting to a library that has become a 'sanctuary'. The event at Caerphilly Library last week saw Olesia...

25.07.2025 6

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Meg Jenkins

Meet Eric, the time-travelling estate agent from Newport

An estate agent is charming readers across the UK. Eric Meek is the unlikely star of The Time-Travelling Estate Agent, a science fiction series by...

25.07.2025 20

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Crowds of nearly 3,000 turn out to enjoy day of music, food and fun

Crowds of nearly 3,000 turned out to enjoy a day of music, food, and fun. Bargoed Summer Music Festival lit up the town centre on July 12, drawing...

25.07.2025 7

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