Author: Rhys Gregory

A dispersal order has been put in place across parts of Swansea following a rise in reports of anti-social behaviour this evening. South Wales Police confirmed that a Section 35 dispersal order has been authorised in Swansea city centre on Saturday (April 4), giving officers additional powers to tackle those behaving in an anti-social manner. The order covers key areas including Swansea Bus Station, Swansea Quadrant and the Parc Tawe area, and will remain in force for 12 hours. Police say the move comes in response to increased incidents involving youth-related anti-social behaviour and criminal activity in and around the…

The Llangollen and Corwen Railway welcomed a very special guest this weekend as Chris Barrie, best known for his role in Red Dwarf, travelled on a special heritage service to mark the start of Wales Comic Con. Dozens of fans gathered at Corwen Railway Station on Saturday morning to see Chris Barrie board the “Red Dwarf Train”, enjoying a unique journey through the Dee Valley to Llangollen ahead of a busy day at the convention. The visit marked a tremendous start to a new partnership between Llangollen and Corwen Railway and Wales Comic Con, bringing together heritage, popular culture and…

South Wales Police have issued an appeal to help find a man who has been reported missing from Pontypridd. Ashley Fennell, 37, was last seen at around 11:20am on Friday, April 3 in the Pontypridd area of Rhondda Cynon Taf. He is described as being around five foot eleven inches tall, of medium build, with fair hair and facial hair. He was last seen wearing a black tracksuit. Police say he may be travelling in a blue BMW with the registration YJ64 XYG. Officers are urging anyone who may have seen Ashley, or who has any information that could help…

Wales is bracing for a spell of wet and windy weather as Storm Dave moves in, bringing the risk of disruption to some areas. According to the Met Office, the storm will arrive this evening, with strong winds and coastal gales expected, particularly along exposed parts of north and northwest Wales. Heavy and blustery rain will push across the country at first, before gradually clearing in the early hours of Sunday morning as winds begin to ease. Overnight temperatures are expected to fall to around 3°C. The areas most likely to be affected include Conwy, Gwynedd and the Isle of…

A volcano and a moon rocket are among the challenging hazards at a new crazy golf course in a North Wales town. The quirky 12-hole attraction has opened in Ruthin, bringing a host of wild and wacky obstacles to The Centre on Lon Fawr which is run by Katie Edwards and her husband Paul. Costing £26,000, the course is the latest addition to the site which already boasts tennis courts, junior football pitches, a GymPod, golf driving range, bowling green, footgolf course and 1.1 mile countryside walk. Mum of two Katie, who runs the crazy golf, said: “It was something…

Cash Access UK, the organisation set up to protect access to cash across the UK, has confirmed that the banking hub in Mountain Ash has opened in its permanent location at 56-58 Oxford Street (in the former HSBC building). Customers of all major banks can visit the hub any weekday between 9am-5pm to carry out regular transactions including withdrawals and deposits as well as checking balances or paying bills. Additionally, the hub also offers a community banker service where customers can talk to their own bank in a private space about more complicated issues on the day their bank is…

Students at the University of South Wales (USW) will be among the first in the UK gain a new certification in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), as part of their Business and Management degree. USW has co-developed the Applied AI for Business qualification in partnership with the IOEE (Institute of Enterprise and Entrepreneurs), which will be embedded into the BA (Hons) Business and Management curriculum from September 2026. At the end of their first year, students will receive the IOEE award, and those who graduate from the degree will have the option to receive an IOEE Diploma in Professional…

Twenty two of the world’s finest young singers will be heading to North Wales to compete for a prestigious international prize. They will be battling for the title of Pendine International Voice of the Future at the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod. Among the singers taking part is soprano J J Lam who sang God Save The King before the England v Wales rugby international at Twickenham. The competition is once again being sponsored by the arts-loving care organisation, Pendine Park via the Pendine Arts and Community Trust, which was established to support cultural and community initiatives across Wales. The winner…

Families in South Wales are in for a treat this spring as CBeebies House Party Live! heads to Newport as part of its brand new UK tour. The hugely popular children’s show will stop at The Riverfront on 30 May 2026, bringing a high-energy live experience packed with music, games and familiar faces from CBeebies. Back by popular demand, the tour promises to be “bigger, brighter and more exciting than ever”, with a rotating lineup of well-known presenters and characters. Audiences can expect appearances from stars including Andy Day, Phil Gallagher, George Webster, Evie Pickerill, Nigel Clarke, Rebecca Keatley, Rhys…

The Welsh brewing industry is set for a significant step forward in technical skills development as the Welsh Government Drinks Cluster, working in partnership with FDQ and MEDR Cymru, secures funding to roll out the new Level 4 Brewing Diploma. This advanced qualification will support the development of highly skilled brewers across Wales and strengthen the sector’s long-term competitiveness. Welcoming the announcement, the Welsh Government’s Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs Huw Irranca-Davies MS said: “The brewing sector forms an important part of Wales’ food and drink landscape, contributing to local economies, skills and innovation. Welsh breweries continue to demonstrate ambition, innovation and a commitment to quality, and this new qualification will give them the tools they need to keep…