Author: Rhys Gregory

RCT Council has provided an update on the Maindy Road bridge scheme in Ton Pentre, where continued good progress has resulted in the main work now entering its final weeks – around six weeks ahead of the original schedule. The bridge replacement at B4223 Maindy Road, near the police station and just south of the junction with The Parade, started in late July. The structure is in a very poor condition and requires a bridge deck replacement – a process complicated by the presence of key utility apparatus for water, electricity, gas and fibre optic connections, which need to be…

Penallta Reuse Shop celebrate a successful first year in operation. Penallta Reuse Shop opened in partnership with South Wales based charity, Wastesavers Charitable Trust Ltd. in October 2022, providing an opportunity for items once destined for the Household Recycling Centre to be reused and sold at bargain prices. Since opening, the Shop has successfully diverted 115,605 kgs of items from the waste stream and gotten them into the hands of those who need them. Whilst offering pre-loved items at great prices, Penallta Reuse Shop has also spent the year joining forces with local projects and charities to offer community projects…

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has recently installed outdoor fitness equipment for the community at Wenvoe Recreation Ground. The facilities have been funded by Section 106 contributions from nearby develop ments for investment in community facilities at a cost of £60,000. The views of the community were sought on what equipment they would like to see installed at this site, off Station Road East, following other improvements to nearby play areas. The fitness equipment is aimed at those aged 14+ or over 1.4m in height and includes inclusive elements as well as equipment to improve cardio and strength fitness. Cllr…

Free car parking will be on offer at Powys County Council’s pay and display car parks for three key shopping days in the run-up to Christmas, the county council has announced. The initiative was welcomed by the cross-party car parking review group, which met for the first time on Thursday, October 26. The initiative will now be implemented by the council. It will see the council provide free parking at its long-stay car parks on Saturday 9, Saturday 16 and Saturday 23 December between 10am and 6pm. The initiative will only apply to off-street car parks and does not alter…

South Wales Police is investigating a robbery of a work van in Gabalfa, Cardiff. At around 12.35pm yesterday (Tuesday, October 31) we received a report that a van had been stolen from a driver on North Road, near the Gabalfa Interchange. The van was found in Tyn Y Parc Place, Rhiwbina, within an hour of being stolen. Fortunately, no one was injured, and enquiries are on-going to arrest the suspect. Van and delivery drivers operating around Cardiff are advised to be vigilant following this and other similar recent incidents. Delivery vehicles were stolen in Trowbridge on October 20 and in…

Many people are always looking for ways to enjoy the Christmas holidays, and now more than ever, there are more options to enjoy it. The outcome that many come to is to embark on a holiday park resort getaway, as they offer a great range of options for all. If you’re wondering why you should try this type of Christmas holiday UK this year, read on to find your answers… The great outdoors UK holiday parks are often set in some of the UK’s most beautiful natural landscapes – from the New Forest to Cornwall, you can find the perfect…

Birthdays are an annual highlight for many, representing another year filled with memories, achievements, and personal growth. Organising a surprise birthday celebration can be a challenging task, yet the end result – that look of sheer joy and amazement on the birthday person’s face – makes it all worth it. If you’re looking to throw an unforgettable surprise birthday bash, here’s an ultimate agenda to guide you. Planning and Preparation Identify the Date and Venue First and foremost, pin down the exact date of the birthday. While this might seem obvious, there’s no room for error! Once you have the…

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Following the petition to scrap the new 20mph default speed limit becoming the most signed in Senedd history, a theme park in England is inviting Welsh residents to fulfil their need for speed. Chessington World of Adventures Resort in Surrey is saying “Croeso Cymru” – Welcome Wales – with a promise to satisfy cravings for awesome velocity with its NEW rollercoaster, Mandrill Mayhem, which travels (legally) at 42mph – more than twice as fast than travelling on the 20mph roads in Wales. The ride, which is the world’s ONLY rollercoaster based on the Jumanji film franchise, doesn’t just travel forwards, but also…

A dispersal order, which is granted under Section 35 of the Anti-Social Behaviour Crime and Policing Act 2014, is in Llanishen, Llanrumney, St Mellons from midday today (Tuesday, October 31) until 6am on Wednesday, November 1. Under Section 35 of the Act, police officers can instruct anybody who is causing, or is likely to cause harassment, alarm, or distress to leave the area as illustrated in the maps. They will also have the power to seize any property which officers suspect is being used to cause anti-social behaviour. The order is a preventative measure following increase reports of anti-social behaviour.…