WALES is about to emerge from its fire-break lockdown into a new set of, thankfully more lenient, restrictions.

But as we face this second wave of the coronavirus pandemic, things change quickly. That's why there has never been a more crucial time to know what is happening in your area.

In the coming months, as we wait to see the impact of the fire-break and wonder when and if another tougher lockdown will be needed here, like across the border in England, the pandemic will continue to have a severe impact on people's daily lives and mental health, leading to new challenges for families, businesses, schools, the NHS and our community.

And in an era of misinformation and fake news on social media sites, staying informed with reliable journalism is key to staying safe. We want to make sure you continue to stay in the know with your trusted local paper.

This is why we are relaunching our home delivery service with six weeks' free delivery to ensure you can still get your newspaper at the time when you need it most.

We can deliver your newspaper free of any delivery charges for the first six weeks, ensuring you can get your newspaper sent straight to your doorstep during any future lockdowns.

Our scheme was first launched in the spring after we were inundated with requests from readers desperate to get their newspaper sent to them while they were locked down.

We understand that for millions of people like you, getting your newspaper is an important part of your lives. Our home delivery service will help ensure readers - particularly those who are vulnerable and elderly - can stay informed. You might even be able to help a neighbour or relative to sign up to make sure they don't miss their daily Argus.

As well as our home delivery newspaper service, we have also launched our digital subscriptions where readers can get unlimited access to our online journalism 24 hours a day starting from just £2 a month for the first two months. Just visit our website southwalesargus.co.uk/subscribe to sign up.

Research compiled by Newsworks shows public trust in local news has soared throughout the pandemic, with two thirds of people valuing journalism more now than before the crisis began.

Our title has been reporting on Newport and the wider Gwent region for nearly 130 years through world wars, natural disasters and local tragedies. And our trusted journalists will continue to tell the stories that matter over the upcoming weeks from reporting the latest coronavirus infection rates and figures as well as covering breaking news, courts and crime, councils and County's great start to the season.

We are there with you through the highs and lows of life. At the best and worst of times. That is both a privilege and a responsibility.

Local newspapers have provided a vital service keeping the public informed and we want to continue to do so, regardless of when the next lockdown comes.

You can stay informed and stay safe by taking out a home delivery newspaper subscription by calling 0800 953 0227 or a digital subscription by visiting southwalesargus.co.uk/subscribe and help us continue to provide you with all the latest trusted local news.

Gavin Thompson, Argus editor