Author: Rhys Gregory

Cardiff will see a number of road closures in place as the city gears up to host the Oysho Cardiff Half Marathon on Sunday, October 5. Organisers are advising residents and visitors to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys, as thousands of runners and spectators are expected. Preparations will begin earlier in the week, with road closures starting on Wednesday, October 2, around the Civic Centre to set up and dismantle the race village. From 5am on Thursday, October 2, until just before midnight on Monday, October 6, Edward VII Avenue to Boulevard de Nantes, through to…

Hay Festival has unveiled the programme for its Winter Weekend 2025, promising five days of literature, music, comedy and debate in the heart of Hay-on-Wye from 26–30 November. Taking place in the grounds of Hay Castle, more than 80 guests are set to appear, including political activist Maria Alyokhina, Gavin & Stacey star Joanna Page, actors Jonathan Pryce and Raymond Blanc, Fun Lovin’ Criminals frontman Huey Morgan, and celebrated authors Sebastian Faulks, Oyinkan Braithwaite, Mick Herron, Natalie Haynes and Jung Chang. Other highlights include appearances from lexicographer Susie Dent, comedians Marcus Brigstocke, Rachel Parris and Mark Watson, politicians Nick Clegg,…

Company bosses in North Wales have been urged to explore how the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be harnessed to boost their profits. The plea came from AI innovator Henry Platten who told members of Wrexham Business Professionals that anyone  who “buried their head in the sand” over AI risked “burying their business” at the same time. At the breakfast meeting, held at Hotel Wrexham, Mr Platten dispelled some of the myths around AI, and said the technology offered a huge range of opportunities for businesses – if it was used correctly and cautiously. The other keynote speaker was…

SALISBURY’S Chartered Accountants is entering an exciting new chapter – opening offices, welcoming new recruits, and shaping the future of the profession. The latest appointments, including trainee accountants, reinforce the firm’s focus on nurturing talent and powering its continued regional growth. The business has added Llangefni to its growing list of sites, joining existing offices in St Asaph, Ruthin, Beaumaris, Tywyn, and Menai Bridge. The new base strengthens its presence in Anglesey and provides a platform for supporting clients and communities across north west Wales. Six new staff have joined the practice, taking the workforce to 47. Among them are…

Nodor International Ltd, the company behind Winmau (official dartboard of the Professional Darts Corporation) and Red Dragon Darts, was formally presented with the King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade 2024 this week at its Bridgend headquarters.  His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant for Mid Glamorgan presented the award to Sam Bluck, who accepted it on behalf of Nodor during a special ceremony attended by employees and guests. The event included a flag-raising ceremony, symbolising the company’s achievement and commitment to continued growth.  The King’s Award recognises Nodor’s 325% export growth over six years, with its products now sold in more than 80 global markets.  Managing Director Vince Bluck said:  “This…

Popeyes® UK is bringing its famous Louisiana fried chicken to Swansea, marking its fourth Welsh restaurant after Cardiff City Centre, Cardiff Bay, and Newport. The new Oxford Street location will officially open its doors at 11am on Friday 3rd October. To celebrate the highly anticipated opening, Popeyes® is pulling out all the stops for Swansea locals: The first three fried chicken fans in the queue will win free Chicken Sandwiches for a year*. The first 50 customers will bag exclusive Popeyes® UK merch. The first 100 hungry fans will be treated to a free Chicken Sandwich. Famous for causing queues around…

The Cardiff Christmas Festival returns for 2025 with its iconic Spiegel Theatre at Sophia Gardens, and this year’s headline show promises to be a frosty treat for the whole family. Step into a world of festive fun with Jack Frost, a brand-new Christmas musical packed with toe-tapping songs, dazzling dance routines and laugh-out-loud comedy. Join Jack and Gwen Frost, Mr and Mrs Claus, the villainous Toy-Tycoon, and a toy box full of colourful characters in this heart-warming winter adventure. With the help of Bryn the singing and dancing polar bear, and the much-loved gangster penguins—fresh from their hit appearance in…

Transport for Wales (TfW) continues to show an improvement in passenger service punctuality across the Wales and Borders network. The latest figures published by the ORR reveals TfW achieved the greatest improvement in punctuality among all UK train operators between April and June 2025. During this period, data shows that 83.7% of its services ran on time*- an increase of 1.5 percentage points compared to the same period in the previous year. TfW was one of only five operators to show an improvement in punctuality during this period. This improvement is following the introduction of the brand-new Class 756 trains…

Updated plans for the replacement Mynydd Cynffig Primary School have been submitted to further ensure the redevelopment delivers the highest standards in education, sustainability, and community benefit while incorporating feedback from residents. The planning application is currently under consideration by the Local Planning Authority and the changes reflect comments received during the consultation and align with the latest planning and environmental guidelines. Key changes include: •    Enhanced acoustic measures – Acoustic fencing will be installed around the school boundary, supported by planting around the all-weather sports pitch. Environmental assessments have confirmed that projected noise levels will remain within acceptable…

Denbighshire County Council’s cabinet have agreed to adopt a new economic strategy for 2025-2035. At the cabinet meeting held on 23rd of September, members were presented with the newly proposed economic strategy as well as an action plan developed to contribute towards ‘a prosperous Denbighshire’, which is one of the Councils corporate priorities. Led on by the Councils’ Economic Development team, the strategy detailed steps that the Council and partners can undertake to support economic recovery, improve access to quality employment and income and ensure that economic growth helps reduce inequality and poverty across Denbighshire. Following the decision made at…