Author: Rhys Gregory

A mental health support organisation founded as a result of a family tragedy has received the honour of a King’s Award for Voluntary Service. Megan’s Starr Foundation received the prestigious accolade for its important work in supporting young people with mental health issues in Milford Haven and across Pembrokeshire. Nicola Harteveld set up the foundation in the wake of the death of her daughter Megan, who sadly took her own life in 2017 after struggling with her mental health. Nicola’s strength in supporting others despite the tragic events has been recognised by the King’s Award for Voluntary Service. Her Majesty’s…

A section of the Church Village Bypass is set to close overnight on two consecutive evenings next week to allow for essential maintenance work. Church Village Bypass will be closed between Nant Dowlais Roundabout and Nant Celyn Roundabout on the evenings of Tuesday, April 7 and Wednesday, April 8. The closures will be in place from 7pm each night, reopening by 4am the following mornings. The temporary restrictions are required to enable the inspection and cleaning of two footbridges that span the A473, ensuring the safety of both workers and road users. Carrying out the work overnight is expected to…

Monmouthshire County Council has confirmed that it has agreed the next steps to deliver a permanent solution to the landslip at Neuadd Straight on the Llanthony Valley road. Following the road closure on 30 January, the council will soon enter a contract with its preferred contractor, Griffiths, allowing construction work to commence on 7 April 2026. This week, the council can confirm that it has agreed to acquire the necessary land and enter into a legal agreement with the landowner to begin work on restoring access for residents through the valley. The work aims to provide a safe, sustainable, long-term…

Powys businesses operating within the food and drink hospitality sectors are being urged by the county council to apply for a rate relief scheme that could see their business rates bill reduce in the current financial year. The Business Rates Food and Drink Hospitality Rates Relief scheme for financial year 2026/27, which is administered by Powys County Council, is offering 15% discount off rate bills to eligible businesses. The Welsh Government has provided funding of £197,000 to the council for the scheme and up to 200 Powys businesses may qualify for the discount. Businesses must be operating within the pub,…

Drivers are being urged to avoid part of the A470 following a collision this morning. South Wales Police are currently at the scene on the southbound carriageway at the Coryton Interchange, where lanes one and two have been blocked. Motorists are being advised to plan ahead and use alternative routes where possible, as disruption is expected in the area. In a statement, South Wales Police said: “We’re at the scene of a collision on the A470, southbound at the Coryton Interchange. “Lanes one and two are currently blocked. “Please avoid the area and use alternative routes where possible. Thank you…

Jack Ashley, owner of JA Plumbing and Heating Services Ltd, has today been announced as the Wales winner of The Plumber Awards 2026. Taking home first place, Jack received the award in recognition of his technical expertise, commitment to delivering high-quality plumbing and heating systems, and his dedication to continuous training and industry best practice. Jack’s winning entry detailed a full heating system upgrade and bathroom renovation at a residential property in Cardiff, which was suffering from low water pressure. Following Jack’s work, the home benefited from improved pressure, a more efficient heating system, and enhanced comfort throughout for the…

London has always been a city of trends. This place is well-known for fashion, food, and art. Now wellness is having its moment. Not just gyms and juice bars, something more experiential is rising. Now here, you will find showrooms where you can try before you buy. Here, wellness technology is on display. You can sit in a £10,000 massage chair and decide if it is worth it. These spaces are popping up across the city. Here is why they are becoming part of London’s lifestyle scene. What Premium Wellness Showroom in London Offer? The Wellness Showroom is not a…

Dogs at Cardiff’s iconic five-star hotel are set to be even more pampered, as voco St David’s Cardiff announces a brand-new Doggy Spa Day, designed exclusively for its four-legged guests. The hotel’s award-winning spa will offer a range of indulgent treatments tailored to help pups unwind, de-stress and feel their very best. The specially curated “pup treatments” include pawdicures with gentle nail filing and balm application, soothing tail massages, “wet nose hydration therapy”, and dedicated sessions in the hydro pool – carefully adjusted to the perfect doggy paddle temperature. For those looking for the ultimate relaxation, the experience also includes…

ONP Solicitors has announced the relocation of its Cardiff office to bigger premises in the heart of the city centre, amidst company-wide expansion. Part of the Movera group, the Cardiff hub of ONP Solicitors originally launched in June 2025 to expand the company’s reach into both Wales and the southwest of England for the first time. Having now doubled in size, the team of property lawyers has moved to larger premises at Brunel House. As well as providing a bigger and more comfortable office environment for staff, the new location uses 100% green energy, supporting the company’s commitment to achieving…

Max McRae scribed his name on the Get Jerky Rally North Wales trophy alongside his father, uncle and grandad on Saturday, as he and Cameron Fair took their Skoda Fabia RS Rally2 to a spectacular victory in the Welsh forests. It came down to the very last stage of the event, with leaders for much of the rally, Meirion Evans/Dale Furniss, suffering a cruel final stage spin in their Toyota GR Yaris Rally2 which saw them finish second. The Ford Fiesta Rally2 crew of Elliott Payne and Patrick Walsh was third. Based in Welshpool, the Wolverhampton and South Staffordshire Car…