Author: Rhys Gregory

A 57-year-old man has been found guilty of murdering his wife at their home in Bridgend. Michael Davies was convicted of the murder of Tracey Davies, who was unlawfully killed on April 18, 2025. Shortly before 9.20pm that evening, South Wales Police received an emergency call from a family member who had gone to check on the couple after not hearing from them for 24 hours. After entering their home on Bryn Terrace in Cefn Cribwr, the family member discovered Tracey Davies dead in the bedroom and Michael Davies unconscious with stab wounds. Emergency services attended and confirmed that Mrs…

Police have introduced a dispersal order in Butetown, Cardiff, following concerns raised by the local community. The Section 35 order gives officers additional powers to respond to people acting in an anti-social manner within the designated area. South Wales Police said: “Officers can instruct anybody who is causing, or is likely to cause harassment, alarm, or distress to leave the area as illustrated in the map. “They will also have the power to seize any property which they suspect is being used to cause anti-social behaviour. “It follows concerns from the community and is a preventative measure.” The dispersal order…

Autumn is slowly approaching and people are looking forward to the ‘ber’ months. Cosy season is a time to slow down and return to simplicity after the hectic summer holidays. As much as people like to stay in and watch comfort films, there is also the joy of wrapping up warm and going for a nice hike in nature, and the waterfalls Wales has to offer are hard to beat at this time of year. Dylan Nicholas, Media Relations Manager at Transport for Wales, said: “Autumn is the perfect season to enjoy a scenic waterfall walk, and Wales has some…

Greggs has opened its new shop this week in Cardiff, creating 15 new jobs for the area. The shop will stock freshly prepared Greggs favourites, including the on-the-go-retailer’s iconic Sausage Roll, the ever-popular Steak Bake, delicious vegan alternatives such as the Vegan Roll (Pork Free), and the all-new Steak & Stilton Bake, now available for customers to enjoy nationwide. Customers can also grab a range of over ice drinks including the brand-new Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte. Greggs is bringing the heat to lunchtime with a new buffalo-inspired addition. The Buffalo Chicken Baguette is packed with buffalo-style chicken mayonnaise, mature Cheddar…

A torch relay celebrating the achievements and ambitions of Wales’ most talented young learners and apprentices has set off on a journey across the nation as Team Wales prepares for the WorldSkills UK National Finals 2026, the UK’s largest competition for vocational and technical skills. This year, 124 competitors from across Wales have secured places at the National Finals. To mark the achievement, the Team Wales torch will travel across the country, visiting communities, colleges and training providers in celebration of the young learners and apprentices preparing to represent Wales on the national stage. The team will be looking to…

The Riverfront Theatre & Arts Centre is bringing back its popular Jazz Club for a new autumn season showcasing emerging musical talent. Delivered in partnership with Beacons Cymru, the monthly programme will celebrate artists working across jazz, jazz-inspired music, funk, soul and R&B. Hosted in The Riverfront’s intimate studio space, the Jazz Club provides a platform for local and Welsh performers while allowing audiences to enjoy live music in a relaxed setting. The autumn season opens on Friday 11 September with jazz vocalist and songwriter Elijah Jeffery, accompanied by the Josh Sharp Quartet. Hampshire-born Jeffery is a graduate of the…

The 2027 R4W 10K Series has now launched and runners who are looking to save money and complete the set next year should sign up now. The 2027 series bundle is made up of four events taking place throughout the year. First up is the ABP Newport 10K on Sunday 18 April – a flat and fast course which is part of the ABP Newport Marathon Festival. Then it is the Barry Island 10K set in the town’s iconic seaside spots on Sunday 16 May. The Porthcawl 10K on Sunday 27 June is next which features a stunning seaside course…

Taylor Wimpey South Wales has launched a community chest competition in Cowbridge, offering a local good cause the opportunity to receive a £1000 donation. The housebuilder, which has been selling homes in Cowbridge over the past eight years, is inviting people living in and around Cowbridge to nominate local groups, organisations or individuals they think are most deserving of a helping hand and extra boost. Taylor Wimpey South Wales is asking residents to submit their suggestions by emailing the name of the nominee, along with a brief description of why they have been nominated, to [email protected]. All nominations must be…

An exciting mixed-use destination is taking shape in north Cardiff, with The Padel Club and fitness operator SW7 Gyms confirmed as the first leisure occupiers at Llanishen’s Stride Park. The signings mark an important step in the redevelopment of a prominent site just 3.5 miles north of Cardiff city centre, bringing together sport, fitness, leisure and commercial uses in a location that was in significant need of investment and renewal. The Padel Club, which is set to open in 2027, will bring its community-focused approach to Cardiff with a new seven-court venue, comprising four indoor panoramic courts under a towering…

The Mabon festival of fire, feasting and folklore has announced its full line-up of fire-chefs, demos and independent producers and makers. Created by Sam & Shauna from Hang Fire BBQ and Street Food Circus, Mabon takes inspiration from traditional autumn celebrations, when people gathered around fires to celebrate harvest and the changing of the season. Held in the grounds of Caldicot Castle to celebrate the autumn equinox across the weekend of 25 – 27 September, Mabon will kick off with a four-course fire feast on Friday night, cooked by Hang Fire BBQ’s Sam & Shauna. Eight Fire Kitchens bring together…