Author: Rhys Gregory

South Wales Police are currently at the scene of a collision on North Road in Cathays, Cardiff. The road is closed in both directions between the junctions of Canada Road and Colum Road and is expected to remain shut for some time while emergency services work at the scene. Motorists are being advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes where possible. A spokesperson for South Wales Police said:“We’re at the scene of a collision on North Road, Cathays. The road is currently closed in both directions between the junction of Canada Road and Colum Road. It is expected…

South Wales Police can confirm a 38-year-old woman injured in a collision in Caerau, Cardiff, last month has died and a man has been charged with her murder. Emergency services were called to Heol Trelai just before 12.30am on Saturday September 27 to a report that the driver of a car had collided with several pedestrians. Shelley Davies, 38, from Caerau, was injured during the incident and died at the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, on the weekend (Saturday, October 18) Following the collision, an 18-year-old local man was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and causing serious injury…

A 31-year-old man has today been found guilty of the manslaughter of John Ithell. Paul Ince, of Cefn Road, Abenbury, Wrexham, denied killing the 59-year-old from Wrexham, but a jury last week (Friday 17 October) found him guilty of manslaughter following an eight-day trial at Mold Crown Court. In the early hours of June 12, 2023, Ince punched John to the face in an unprovoked attack outside a block of flats in Pont Wen, Wrexham. John fell backwards into a fence and hit his head on the concrete floor which caused a severe head injury. He sadly died later that…

Over 1.5 million pay as you go rail journeys have now been made on Transport for Wales (TfW) routes in South Wales. The tap on, tap off technology was launched in November 2024 and has become Transport for Wales’ fastest selling rail product. TfW became the first train operator outside of London and the South East of England to introduce this payment system and is leading the way in the UK rail industry. The pay as you go system is currently available across 95 stations as part of the South Wales Metro project, ensuring customers receive the maximum discount for…

Ten roads within the county are being proposed for speed limit changes following a review by the Vale of Glamorgan Council in line with new Welsh Government guidance. Four roads could move from 20mph to 30mph: Pentir Y De in Rhoose and part of Llantwit Major Road and Cardiff Road (Primrose Hill) in Cowbridge, along with a section of Hayes Road in Sully. Leckwith Road in Llandough, Main Road in Ogmore-By-Sea and part of Lavernock Road in Penarth are proposed to change from 30mph to 20mph. In addition, consideration is being given to variable 20mph restrictions along Aberthin Road in…

Neath Port Talbot Council has launched a new bilingual children’s book, Aled Afal Explores Neath Port Talbot, at an event held at Neath Library during the NPT Children’s Book Festival. The book, developed by the Council’s Education Development Team in collaboration with author Delyth Owen, follows the adventures of Aled Afal – a curious happy apple who journeys across Neath Port Talbot, discovering some of the area’s most iconic and heritage-rich locations. From the historic grounds of Margam Park to the peaceful trails of The Gnoll and the golden sands of Aberafan Beach, Aled’s journey is a celebration of the…

Following the huge success of last weekend’s Newport Food Festival, the city is now gearing up for a packed programme of festive fun as part of Festive Newport. Partners including Newport City Council, Newport Now BID, Friars Walk, Newport Live, Newport Market, Newport Bus and Kingsway have joined forces to create a vibrant line-up of entertainment, activities and shopping experiences to get everyone in the Christmas spirit. This year’s highlights include: The much-loved Countdown to Christmas event, featuring the city’s light switch-on, live music, special guests, funfair rides and a spectacular firework display. The return of Winter Wonderland with a…

The finalists for the Torfaen, Monmouthshire & Blaenau Gwent Business Awards 2025 have been announced, celebrating the outstanding achievements of businesses and entrepreneurs across the three counties. A total of 20 businesses from Blaenau Gwent have been shortlisted in a range of categories, Including three out of four finalists in the coveted Employer of the Year and Entrepreneur of the Year categories. Blaenau Gwent joins the line-up for the first time this year, creating an even more exciting evening of recognition, networking, and inspiration. Organised by Grapevine Event Management, the awards celebrate the vibrant and thriving business communities of Torfaen,…

More than 130,000 potholes across 266 miles of road in Wales have been fixed or prevented in the last six months. Since April the Welsh Government has been working closely with local councils to deliver on its commitment of ‘Fixing our roads’. The local government borrowing initiative has enabled local councils to fix or prevent around 107,000 potholes across 216 miles of local roads in Wales. Whilst on the Strategic Road Network (SRN) around 24,000 potholes have been fixed or prevented on more than 50 miles of road in the same period, thanks to Welsh Government funding. To date 480…

A major peatland restoration project in the Black Mountains is saving tens of thousands of tonnes of carbon emissions every year – the equivalent of taking 169 cars off the road – thanks to £1.2m of Welsh Government support. The initiative, which has been delivered by the National Park Authority in partnership with local graziers and contractors has significantly exceeded its original targets –to help absorb carbon and protect unique wildlife habitats. Eroding peatland is a significant contributor to carbon emissions, with peatlands storing over a quarter of Wales’ land-based carbon despite covering only 4% of the land. The project…