Author: Rhys Gregory

An investigation was launched after a 23-year-old man was found with injuries at an address in Chapel Street at around 11.30am on Sunday, December 24. Dylan Thomas, 23, from Llandaff, has been charged with murder and is remanded in custody. His court date is to be confirmed. While formal identification has yet to take place the victim’s family has been informed and are being supported by specialist officers. Detective Chief Inspector Matt Davies said: “Our thoughts are with the victim’s family who continue to be updated and supported by family liaison officers. “Police cordons remain in place in Llandaff, including…

CHILDREN in neighbourhoods across Swansea will have the chance to get a bit of festive fresh air this Christmas and New Year period thanks to new play areas created for them by the council. Work on new play zones have been completed recently in Plasmarl, Gendros, Pontlliw, the Phoenix Centre in Townhill, DFS in Morriston, Blaenymaes and Clydach with others to follow shortly in Brynmill Park, Manselton and Jersey Park in St Thomas. It brings to more than 50 neighbourhoods around the city to have benefited from the £7m play areas renewal project that typically include facilities for disabled youngsters…

As the PDC World Championship unfolds at Alexandra Palace, the spotlight shines on Luke Humphries — the 28-year-old sensation whose meteoric rise in 2023 has captured the attention of the darting world. With maiden victories in the World Grand Prix, Grand Slam of Darts and Players Championship Finals within an astonishing 49-day span, Humphries enters the prestigious tournament with immense momentum. So naturally, there are high expectations with those placing a bet on the PDC World Championship. ‘Cool Hand’ Luke is the joint-favourite to lift the lucrative silverware alongside three-time winner Michael van Gerwen, but here are five compelling reasons…

To stand out among the numerous online gambling businesses, you need more than just luck. A strong digital footprint is a must to stand out. Amidst the myriad of strategies employed to achieve this, the art of utilizing casino backlinks often flies under the radar. Yet, when wielded with precision, these specialized links become a powerful ally in bolstering a website’s search engine optimization (SEO). Quality backlinks can help your gambling platform get a surge in website traffic and, most importantly, a noticeable uptick in revenue. In this article, we’ll help you understand casino backlinks and master the link building…

Alcohol has always had a prominent place in British society, from a pint of beer down the pub to a glass of wine at home after a stressful day. But it feels like it’s becoming less of a social exercise in recent times and a little more problematic. Stats have shown that around one in six adults binge drink every week, while the number of people arriving in private alcohol centres UK wide is quite staggering. But why has it become such a problem in recent years? Why has the population seemingly taken a backward step when it comes to…

A mum who had her first child as a teenager and who never forgot the care she was given has herself started as a midwife 23 years later. Amazingly, Helen Davies works in the same hospital as the community midwife who was such an inspiration to her all those years ago. Helen, who was 16 when she had son Declan in June 2000, has completed her three-year course at Swansea University and is one of 23 new starter midwives at neighbouring Singleton Hospital. Former community midwife Carole Christie also works there, as interim manager of Ward 20, the postnatal ward.…

Flintshire Foodbanks are feeling the strain of the cost-of-living crisis with demand up 47% in the past year. Yet volunteers are determined to ensure there is some festive cheer with 500 hampers being prepared for hard-pressed families this Christmas. The rising demand was one of the issues touched upon when Plaid Cymru regional MS Llyr Gruffydd visited Tesco in Holywell to meet Flintshire Foodbank coordinator Stacey Adams and volunteer Jim Rough. Mr Gruffydd said: “The work done by volunteers at foodbanks such as Flintshire is phenomenal. It’s providing a really essential service for so many people and, while it’s a…

Outbreaks of heavy rain will move northeastwards across England and Wales during Wednesday. Across the warning area 20-30 mm of rain is expected to accumulate quite widely. Across south facing slopes of Dartmoor and the Dorset Downs, the western Pennines and parts of the Lake District, 40-60 mm is likely during this period. The greatest totals will probably be across the high ground of south and west Wales, where 70-90 mm of rain could develop. Strong winds will likely exacerbate any impacts from the rain. Snow is also likely for a time across the higher Pennines, although this will turn…

Transport for Wales and Cyngor Gwynedd are delighted to announce the latest brand new TrawsCymru service will commence operation in February 2024. These will be the first electric buses on Gwynedd’s public transport network will operate between Caernarfon, Porthmadog and Blaenau Ffestiniog. The vehicles and charging facilities have been provided thanks to financial support from the Welsh Government and will be operated by Llew Jones International. Councillor Dafydd Meurig, Cyngor Gwynedd’s Environment Member, said: “It is excellent news that the first electric buses are being introduced on our public transport network here in Gwynedd. The new T22 service will offer…

Swansea Building Society’s Cowbridge branch has concluded its centenary year philanthropic initiative by donating £1,500 to Velindre Cancer Centre. The funds have been specifically directed towards the enhancement of the centre’s children’s resources. This donation marks the final contribution from a £100,000 fund pot allocated to support local charities throughout the Society’s centenary year. Velindre Cancer Centre, known as The Hospital of Hope, received the donation to bolster the efforts of Specialist Nurse Michele Pengelly and Patient Support Manager Leigh-Anne Porter in organising vital children’s resources. These resources are crucial elements in providing emotional support to young patients dealing with…