Author: Rhys Gregory

A nine-year-old Swansea schoolboy has completed an inspirational 30-day running challenge, raising more than £2,000 for Kids Cancer Charity and capturing the hearts of the community. Osian Window, a pupil at Dunvant Primary School and a member of Dunvant RFC’s Under 10s, set out to run 1km every day for 30 days. What began as an ambitious goal soon grew into an extraordinary effort, with Osian clocking up over 100km in total – braving the winter elements to keep his promise. Osian completed his challenge on Saturday (January 17), finishing with a determined 5km run that saw him pass through…

Having rehomed over 890 dogs in 2025, Dogs Trust Cardiff is encouraging people from across South Wales to visit its rehoming centre to see how the charity can find potential adopters a four-legged friend, and to learn more about how Dogs Trust supports dog owners in the wider community.   Although only a few weeks into the year, Dogs Trust Cardiff has already rehomed its first dog of the year. Bron, the nine-year-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier, found her forever home on 2nd January, after arriving in the charity’s care when her owner passed away. After a short stay in foster care, Bron found a loving forever home after just 30 days with the charity.  However, there are still many…

These images show the significant progress that has been made on site at Bellway’s Longwood Grange development in Lisvane, where more than half of the planned 270 homes have now been built. Residents have moved into all 144 completed properties at the development on the northern outskirts of Cardiff, while a further 14 homes currently under construction have been reserved. Bellway began construction work on the 26-acre site off Maerdy Lane in 2021 and is on track to finish the development by the summer of 2027. When completed, Longwood Grange will comprise 216 properties for private sale and 54 homes…

A seven-figure equity investment from the Development Bank of Wales has supported the management buy-out (MBO) of Cardiff-based DRAC Consulting, securing the future of the building services engineering consultancy, protecting 20 jobs, including three apprenticeships, and ensuring continuity for long-standing clients across Wales. The investment from the Development Bank’s Wales Business Succession Fund has enabled Lewis Doherty to take over as Managing Director from the company’s founding directors, marking the next chapter in a carefully planned transition, which has a family link. Lewis, who joined the business in 2015 as a junior electrical engineer, is the son of co-founder Carl…

Gavin Stewart, the man who has helped lead Cardiff city centre venue The Philharmonic to a record-breaking year has been promoted to area manager for Croeso Pubs Ltd. Gavin, who has 21 years’ experience in the hospitality industry, will help oversee Croeso’s nine venues, including popular Cardiff hotspot The Philharmonic, where he has been general manager for the last 12 months. Gavin began his career in the bar and nightlife industry and progressed into his first General Manager role in 2014, leading the iconic Flares venue in Cardiff. Since then, he has worked in many sport-led, food-led, social gaming and…

The undisputed prince of UK Garage Sammy Virji has announced an unmissable headline show in Cardiff this summer. Breakthrough artist Sammy – who has gone from delivering viral DJ Mag sets to pulling massive Coachella crowds – will bring the party to TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle on Saturday July 18. Sammy Virji is driving the evolution of UKG, as the genre takes the world by storm – again. His DJ Mag set from 2023 went viral, propelling him into a new level of fame, not without reason; not only is he a masterful selector, he does…

Hairdressing Lecturer Kelly Pasicznyk has been recognised on a national stage after securing a finalist position in the Educator of the Year category at the British Hairdressing Business Awards 2026, placing them among the UK’s most influential and forward-thinking hairdressing professionals. The shortlist highlights individuals who are shaping the future of the industry through strong leadership, commercial success and a commitment to excellence. With hundreds of entries reviewed by an expert judging panel, reaching finalist status marks a significant achievement and reflects the high calibre of talent within today’s hairdressing sector. Now in its 28th year, the British Hairdressing Business Awards have become…

Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision on the Cardigan bypass. Officers were called just after 1.05pm on Saturday 17 January to reports of a collision on the A487 northbound, near the junction with Caemorgan Road. The incident involved a Yamaha YZF R7 motorbike and a Volkswagen Transporter van. The rider of the motorbike was airlifted to hospital, where he later died from his injuries. No other injuries were reported. Officers from Cardigan, Crymych and Newcastle Emlyn Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision and are urging anyone who may have seen what…

Matthew James, 39, from Merthyr Tydfil, has been sentenced to five years and 239 days in prison following his conviction for supplying cocaine. Leah Thomas 26, from Merthyr Tydfil has been sentenced to three years in prison following her conviction for supplying cocaine. The sentencing took place on Friday January 16, 2026, at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court where James and Thomas both pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine The case stems from a South Wales police investigation which started by officers monitoring two mobile phone numbers, which were sending out bulk messages advertising the sale of…

The North Wales Police Major Crime Review Team is renewing its investigation into the murder of an unidentified man whose remains were discovered in Clocaenog Forest, Conwy, in November 2015. The remains were found during a stage of the Wales GB Rally after a spectator discovered parts of a human skull in the forest. Following a forensic examination at the scene, the near complete skeletal remains of the man were recovered. In the extensive investigative work that followed, it was established that the body had lain undiscovered for more than 10 years and that the man had suffered a violent death.…