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South Wales Argus

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Shortage of interpreters could affect future of Welsh law

Shortage of interpreters could affect future of Welsh law

A shortage of British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters is a significant barrier to the success of a proposed law. The British Sign Language (Wales)...

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Elizabeth Birt

GLC among headliners announced for Newport Music Trail

GLC among headliners announced for Newport Music Trail

Goldie Lookin’ Chain will headline next year’s Newport Music Trail alongside psychedelic rock favourites Melin Melyn. The hip hop comedy...

06.12.2025 3

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Richard Ashcroft to headline major outdoor show in Cardiff

Richard Ashcroft to headline major outdoor show in Cardiff

Richard Ashcroft will headline a major outdoor show next summer. The former Verve frontman will perform at Cardiff Castle on Thursday, July 16, as...

26.11.2025 4

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Award-winning choir offers surprise Christmas performance for Argus readers

Award-winning choir offers surprise Christmas performance for Argus readers

A surprise choir performance could be just one nomination away. A private performance from the award-winning Allegra Ladies Choir is up for grabs...

22.11.2025 3

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Crime author to bring fictional detective to screen using AI

Crime author to bring fictional detective to screen using AI

A crime author is bringing his fictional detective to the screen. Abergavenny writer Jason Chapman, creator of the DI Fagan series set in south...

20.11.2025 3

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Brexit Broke Britain and now chickens are coming home to roost

(BBB) Brexit Broke Britain, and the sooner those leavers realise that Brexit was a massive bit of self-harming that a country has ever done. The...

17.11.2025 3

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New stories project shines light on Welsh everyday moments

A new digital storytelling series is bringing untold tales from across Wales into the spotlight. Named Local Legends, the project is created by...

14.11.2025 4

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Finnish rock band to play in Cardiff for the first time

The Rasmus are set to perform in Cardiff for the first time. The Finnish rock band will take the stage at Cardiff University Students Union on...

14.11.2025 4

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Teenager writes and records charity Christmas single

A 14-year-old has written and recorded a charity Christmas single. Dante Valaydon-Pillay, a year 9 student from Gwent and former Pride of Gwent...

12.11.2025 5

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New national writing programme for young Welsh talent

Wales’ next generation of literary talent is being invited to apply for a new national writing programme. Literature Wales has announced the...

12.11.2025 3

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Daytime counting to be introduced for 2026 Senedd election

Votes will be counted during the day for the upcoming Senedd election. This means the count will happen the day after the May 7, 2026, Senedd...

12.11.2025 4

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Rare painting by master of modern art is on display

A rare painting by a master of modern art has gone on public display in Cardiff. Still Life with Bottles, a 1942 work by Italian artist Giorgio...

12.11.2025 3

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VCW Wrestling makes history with first Welsh Casket Match

VCW Wrestling made history by becoming the first homegrown promotion in Wales to host a Casket Match. The sold-out crowd at Newbridge Memo saw The...

10.11.2025 3

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Royal Ballet production to be screened in Chepstow

A Royal Ballet production is to be shown in Chepstow. The Drill Hall will screen a live broadcast of La Fille Mal Gardée (The Wayward Daughter) on...

05.11.2025 4

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Multi-platinum pop star to headline Cardiff Castle concert

MIKA will headline a major concert at Cardiff Castle to launch Pride Cymru’s 2026 celebrations. The multi-platinum pop star will perform on...

05.11.2025 4

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Plaid Cymru announces candidates for new Senedd constituency

Plaid Cymru has announced its full list of candidates for the new Torfaen and Monmouthshire constituency. The party will contest the new Sir Fynwy...

04.11.2025 3

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Jazz club calls for new members to join its scheme

Black Mountain Jazz is calling for new members to join its Friends of BMJ scheme. The programme offers special ticket discounts for most events. ...

01.11.2025 2

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Two Door Cinema Club to perform at Cardiff Castle

Two Door Cinema Club will perform at Cardiff Castle. The Northern Irish indie band will take to the stage on Sunday, August 2, 2026, to celebrate...

26.10.2025 8

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School named overall winner of national poetry competition

A Monmouthshire school has been named the overall winner of a national poetry competition. Chepstow School took home the top prize in the Young...

24.10.2025 2

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Newport theatre to host 50 free community screenings

A theatre is celebrating a new cinema projector with 50 free community film screenings. Newport Live has launched the project at The Riverfront...

23.10.2025 4

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What's on this winter over at Wales Millennium Centre

This winter at Wales Millennium Centre, you can dip into everything from classic musicals to immersive cabaret and virtual journeys. Top Hat the...

18.10.2025 7

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Dire Straits bassist to perform intimate show in Monmouth

Fans are invited to relive a legendary era of music through the eyes and stories of a man who lived it. John Illsley: The Life and Times of Dire...

17.10.2025 9

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Politician takes on new role at the helm of Gwent party

Gwent Green Party has elected a new chair. Councillor Ian Chandler, who serves on Monmouthshire County Council, takes on the role and succeeds...

15.10.2025 8

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Planned changes to alcohol licensing spark strong opposition

Proposed changes to how communities are informed about alcohol licensing decisions have sparked strong opposition. The government is considering...

14.10.2025 7

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The Cure to headline major outdoor show in Cardiff

The Cure will headline a major outdoor show in Cardiff as part of a UK return next summer. The Blackweir Fields date, set for June 24, will be one...

12.10.2025 3

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'Rising star' of UK jazz scene to perform in Cardiff

A rising star of the UK jazz scene is set to take the stage in Cardiff this autumn. Guitarist and composer Ant Law will perform at the Royal Welsh...

12.10.2025 4

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Treorchy Male Choir to perform in Cwmbran in November

The Rotary Club of Cwmbran Vale is set to host a special performance by the renowned Treorchy Male Choir. The event, aimed at raising funds for...

11.10.2025 8

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BBC to make documentaries about Welsh artist and 90s music

Two new documentaries will explore the lives and legacies of Welsh artist Gwen John and Wales' 1990s music scene. The programmes, announced by BBC...

11.10.2025 8

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Drive-in cinema bringing spooky family favourites and horror classics

A drive-in cinema is bringing a spooky season of films to South Wales. Wonder Cinema’s Drive-In Halloween Experience will take place from October...

11.10.2025 8

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BBC launches season celebrating Richard Burton's 100th

The BBC is launching a season of programmes to celebrate the legacy of one of Wales' most famous sons. The season will honour legendary actor...

21.09.2025 4

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Newport author named an ambassador for Bookshop Day

A Welsh author has been announced as one of four new ambassadors for Bookshop Day. Claire Fayers, a celebrated children's author from Newport, will...

20.09.2025 10

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Countdown's Susie Dent to visit Monmouth on UK tour

Susie Dent is taking her love of language on the road with a tour. The Countdown star and long-time resident of Dictionary Corner will visit...

20.09.2025 9

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Caerphilly author secures publishing deal for new book

An author has secured a publishing deal. Caerphilly-based writer Niall Walshe has been signed by US publisher Kharis Christian Publishing, based in...

19.09.2025 10

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'Our NHS is at breaking point' - BMA warns action needed

Patients are waiting too long, doctors are stretched beyond safe limits, and the system is struggling to cope. That is the stark warning from BMA...

18.09.2025 10

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'King of acoustic guitar' performing in Abergavenny

The 'Galician King of Acoustic Guitar' is set to perform in Abergavenny. Iago Banet, famed for his storytelling through music, will take the stage...

18.09.2025 8

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S4C renews URC TV rights deal for another two seasons

S4C will be showing the URC games for the next two seasons. The Welsh-language broadcaster has secured the rights to continue airing United Rugby...

13.09.2025 5

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Plaid Cymru call for 'reset' ahead of Caerphilly by-election

Plaid Cymru has called for a political reset ahead of a key by-election. The party’s leader, Rhun ap Iorwerth, has described the upcoming...

12.09.2025 9

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By-election called following death of serving politician

A by-election has been called following the death of a serving politician. The election for the Caerphilly seat in the Senedd will be held on...

05.09.2025 10

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'Bad to worse' - Politician calls for Welsh education change

A politician has called on ministers to look overseas for inspiration to improve education. Shadow cabinet secretary for education Natasha Asghar MS...

04.09.2025 10

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Venue celebrates first anniversary after 'incredible' year

A music venue is celebrating its first anniversary. The Mitre in Abertillery has spent the past year building a reputation as a non-profit music...

04.09.2025 30

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Esports club becomes first in its town to win national title

An Esports club has become the first in its town to win a national title. Brecon-based S.E.A. Dragons were crowned Welsh Esports League Premiership...

04.09.2025 10

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Jonny Owen launches campaign for 'untold' Welsh stories

A new campaign is aiming to put untold Welsh stories in the spotlight. Broadcaster Jonny Owen has teamed up with Welsh telecoms company Ogi to...

04.09.2025 10

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Artist turns church hall into vibrant community arts venue

A church hall has been transformed into a vibrant arts venue. The project, named the Cardiff Theatre Café, is the work of Ebbw Vale-born artist...

31.08.2025 3

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Blockbusters returning to the big screen for just £4

Blockbusters are returning to the big screen for just £4 as part of a nationwide cinema celebration. Cineworld’s first-ever Big Screen Weekend...

30.08.2025 10

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Second series of history show to return on S4C and BBC iPlayer

A television series exploring Welsh heritage through forgotten archives is returning for a second series. Slam Media has announced the return of its...

30.08.2025 8

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TV stars to appear in Cardiff stage production of Agatha Christie classic

Two television stars are set to grace the stage in Agatha Christie's Death on the Nile. Glynis Barber and Bob Barrett will join the UK and Ireland...

30.08.2025 10

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Glastonbury comp winner to perform in Newport with orchestra

A Glastonbury winner is set to take to the stage in Newport later this year. West African musician N’famady Kouyaté will perform with Sinfonia...

29.08.2025 9

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Will Smith brings Fresh Prince to Depot Live at Cardiff Castle

Will Smith wrapped up Depot Live's summer series at Cardiff Castle. The Hollywood star headlined the event with support from Nile Rodgers and Chic,...

28.08.2025 7

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Downton Abbey-inspired menu launches at Cardiff restaurant

The Ivy Cardiff has launched a special menu to celebrate Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. Available from September 3, the menu is inspired by 1930s...

23.08.2025 8

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Post box at crematorium inspires children's book

A crematorium’s memorial post box has inspired a new children’s picture book. A letters to loved ones post box, like the one in Langstone Vale...

23.08.2025 10

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