Author: Rhys Gregory

A REFRESHED and dynamic Board has been unveiled to lead the next chapter of Rhyl’s ambitious £20million, 10-year regeneration journey – building on a year of intensive work and unprecedented public engagement. Developed in partnership with the UK Government through the Pride in Place programme, the Our Rhyl / Ein Rhyl plan has been conditionally approved, an important milestone that moves the seaside resort into its next planned phase of engagement and community input. This will ensure the refreshed Board can build on the foundations in place and help further shape and define the plan’s deliverables. New members bring a…

With the bank holiday Easter weekend fast approaching, Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, is reminding dog owners to keep chocolate out of reach of our four-legged friends.   As kitchen cupboards across the nation fill up with Easter eggs and other tasty treats, the charity hopes to raise awareness of the risk that the consumption of chocolate poses to our canine companions.  Chocolate is poisonous to dogs as it contains a substance called theobromine, a substance similar to caffeine, which dogs and some other animals struggle to metabolise. Symptoms of theobromine poisoning include vomiting, diarrhoea, excessive thirst, excitability, drooling, and potentially seizures and fatal…

A 15‑strong syndicate of former finance colleagues from Wales is celebrating after winning £1,000,000 in the EuroMillions draw on Friday 27 February. The £1M EuroMillions win has done far more than turn 15 former colleagues into winners, it’s brought a tight‑knit group of friends back together after years apart. Bonded through long 14‑hour days in the finance team, the “Tata Steel Syndicate” began as a light‑hearted way to lift spirits during busy working weeks. Even after many of them left the company, they stayed connected through their little tradition: a £5 contribution to the draw and a hopeful email whenever the jackpot tipped over £100M. And now, after years of staying in touch through email and…

AN ESTEEMED spa specialist has swapped the US for North Wales to help drive the continued global growth of award-winning organic skincare collection Rhug Wild Beauty. Cami Krier has relocated from North America to join the Corwen-based company as Head of Sales and Brand Management, as it builds on rising demand across the UK, Europe, the United States and the Middle East. Produced on the 12,500-acre organic Rhug Estate, Rhug Wild Beauty has established itself as a distinctive force in the premium skincare market, with formulations powered by botanicals wild-foraged directly from its own land. Ingredients are gathered from the…

Wales has once again taken centre stage on the global food and drink scene following a successful recent presence at Foodex Japan 2026, at the Tokyo Big Sight. Foodex Japan is one of Asia’s largest and most influential food and drink exhibitions, attracting more than 70,000 buyers, distributors, retailers and foodservice leaders from across the Japan. The event serves as an unparalleled platform for producers to showcase innovation, strengthen commercial relationships and unlock new export opportunities. Supported by the Welsh Government, this year, Wales was represented by Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) and Golden Road Gin, joined…

New member survey results from UKHospitality, the British Beer and Pub Association, the British Institute of Innkeeping and Hospitality Ulster reveal the damaging impact another year of significant cost increases will have on hospitality businesses. As a direct result of today’s cost increases, businesses will cut jobs (64%), cancel investment plans (51%) and reduce trading hours (42%). Around one in seven venues (15%) will be forced to close. The increasing cost of energy was also a significant concern. Even when surveyed prior to the situation in Iran and the Middle East, almost all businesses (93%) said energy costs were impacting profitability. Hospitality is…

From vinyl records to old-school cameras, retro is making a comeback – and now, Ogi is joining in with a playful nod to the early days of getting online – with the launch of dial-up service. Ogi Dial-up is a throwback to a time when connecting to the internet felt like an event in itself. You heard it before you saw it, the connection took its time – and if someone in the house picked up the phone, well, you had to start all over again. It was memorable – and for plenty of people across Wales, that early version…

Dole today announces the launch of its latest culinary innovation, Tinned Hawaiian Pizza. Fully assembled, the famously divisive pizza comes sealed in a tin, designed for maximum convenience and practicality. Available in select stores from April 1st and only while stocks last, the new product includes a deep-dish dough base, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, succulent ham, topped with the famous sweetness of Dole’s tinned pineapple. Carefully preserved in the brand’s signature tin, it’s designed for convenience and a long shelf life, ensuring Hawaiian pizza fans can enjoy the controversial classic, whenever they like, the easiest way possible. Tao Baidoun, Brand…

The Welsh Government has launched a national campaign to help bring together every part of its food system, from the farmers, growers and fishers who produce food from Welsh land and waters to the manufacturers, retailers, communities and families who buy, cook and share it. ‘Rooted in Wales’ is a call to collective action: a recognition of the relationship Wales has with its food system and creating lasting change where everyone has their part to play. The campaign takes a whole‑system approach of food in Wales, moving beyond individual choices to highlight how different parts of the food system connect…

One of the most exciting Christmas experiences anywhere in the United Kingdom is returning for 2026 and tickets are going on sale earlier than ever before. The Llangollen and Corwen Railway has unveiled its plans for an even bigger, brighter and more magical festive season, with more trains, more experiences, and even more opportunities for families to create unforgettable Christmas memories. Following the phenomenal success of last year’s season, when every single Santa Special sold out, the railway has decided to launch tickets a full nine months before Christmas. The first Christmas Services will be on Saturday, 28 November 2026…