Author: Rhys Gregory

South Wales Police have launched an urgent appeal to find two missing teenagers with concerns growing for their welfare. Roxy, 16, and Lacie, 16, were last seen yesterday evening in Cardiff city centre. Officers say both girls have links to several areas across south Wales including Cardiff, the Rhondda Valleys, the Cynon Valley and Caerphilly. Police have released descriptions of what the teenagers were wearing in the hope that members of the public may recognise them. Roxy was last seen wearing green leggings with white socks and white sliders along with a black Nike jacket. Lacie was wearing a black…

Motorists are being warned of overnight lane closures on the M4 eastbound between Junction 24 Coldra and Junction 26 Malpas as resurfacing works get under way. Traffic Wales has confirmed that restrictions will be in place on three nights in February to allow essential maintenance to be carried out on the carriageway. The closures will operate from 8pm until 6am on the following dates: Friday 6 February Monday 9 February Tuesday 10 February Drivers travelling through the Newport area during those times are advised to plan ahead, allow extra journey time and follow any signed diversions. The improvement works form…

Love Trails Festival powered by Garmin, the world’s first running & music festival and one of the UK’s defining summer weekender formats, has announced the first wave of programming for its 10th anniversary year, held in South Wales, 2-6 July 2026 Tickets are released this Friday 6 February, Tickets will be released exclusively to those on the waitlist:. Love Trails has grown from a small coastal gathering of friends in 2016 into a world-first and world-class festival that attracts a community travelling from across the UK and Europe for a weekend of trail running and hikes, live music and DJs,…

The National Botanic Garden of Wales is celebrating more than a decade of nurturing talent through its horticultural apprenticeship programme – helping to address skills shortages while offering meaningful, nature-based careers in Wales. This Apprenticeship Week Wales, the landmark Millennium project in Carmarthenshire is celebrating the impact of its long-standing commitment to training skilled horticulturists since launching its apprenticeship scheme in 2015. Donald Murray, Head of Horticulture, Learning and Nature said: “We originally launched our apprenticeship programme in response to a long-term workforce challenge facing the sector: fewer young people were entering horticulture yet demand for skilled practitioners to care for living…

Drivers are facing delays across parts of Cardiff and the M4 this morning as congestion builds on several key routes, according to Traffic Wales. Heavy traffic is being reported on the A4232 northbound between Culverhouse Cross and Junction 33 Capel Llanilltern, with queues affecting motorists heading towards the M4. Further delays are also being seen on the A470 southbound from Nantgarw towards Coryton, a route that is often busy during peak travel times. Traffic Wales has also highlighted congestion on the M4 eastbound at Junction 33 Capel Llanilltern, particularly on the off slip, which is adding to slower journey times…

Elvis – who was rescued back in September from the rocks at Porthcawl seafront – has finally left the building after spending the last few months at RSPCA West Hatch Wildlife Centre. On Monday (February 2) Elvis (who is in fact a she) was released back into the wild alongside five other seals – named as singers and bands – Sleep Token, Wurzel, Arctic Monkey, Benson Boone, Fleetwood Mac – who have all completed a stint of rehabilitation with the RSPCA. Affectionately named Elvis after the popular Elvis festival held in Porthcawl every September – the seal pup had been rescued…

Returning to Hay-on-Wye’s beautiful Hay Castle from 20th – 22nd March after two sold-out editions, The Weekend of Mistakes 2026 will bring guests unique access to a thought-provoking line-up of bestselling authors and economists, with its signature deep dive into financial and economic history, and the lessons they hold for us today. A weekend of insight, discovery, storytelling and spirited debate, this year’s programme features a range of topics, including: the mafia’s unlikely role in shaping 1960s queer nightlife; the economics of football and why Hollywood is investing in the UK’s lower leagues; Gen Z’s pension prospects as young taxpayers; why…

WEST END HEALTH has officially opened in Colwyn Bay (Friday), with demand having already exceeded expectations ahead of launch. Founded by lifelong friends Aaron Ferguson and Andy Boyd, alongside Dr Trevor Ferguson, the clinic introduces a new model of private GP-led preventative healthcare to the region. The service has been designed for people seeking quicker access, longer appointments, and a more proactive approach to staying well. Based within state-of-the-art facilities at the long-established West End Dental practice on Conway Road, they aim to bring “a premium standard of care to a local setting”. Andy revealed the level of interest had…

FOR Cardiff has unveiled a new St. David’s Day celebration, inspired by the patron saint of Wales’s words “do the little things”. The programme of activities leading up to St David’s Day celebrates Welsh culture through small, joyful moments across the city centre, spotlighting five themes: gastronomy, music, literature, Welsh language and family. FOR Cardiff is Cardiff city centre’s Business Improvement District (BID), funded by levy-paying businesses to deliver projects and campaigns that support the city centre economy, enhance the city’s experience, and promote Cardiff as a destination. The first activation kicks-off on 6th February with St. David’s Favourites, a public…

Cardiff Metropolitan University has partnered with sector experts to deliver Wales’ first higher apprenticeship in dental technology – marking a major step forward for work-based routes into the Welsh dental technology profession. Partnering with the NHS Wales’ Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) and ALS Training – part of the Cardiff and Vale College Group and a leading provider of work-based training – the new apprenticeship offers dental professionals a new pathway to gain advanced skills and progress their careers. This milestone also supports HEIW’s ambition to widen access to health careers and deliver innovative education models for a sustainable…