Author: Rhys Gregory

An investigation has been launched by South Wales Police following an incident which took place on Aberdulais Crescent, Gabalfa at approximately 4am yesterday (Wednesday, May 27). A 53-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. The victim – a 47-year-old woman – is currently at the University Hospital of Wales where she is receiving treatment for serious facial injuries. Both are understood to be known to each other. A police cordon remains in place at the scene of the incident. Detective Inspector Phillip Marchant, said: “I am urging anyone who may have been driving through the area at…

Traffic lights have been introduced on the Menai Bridge as Welsh Government steps up efforts to prevent overweight vehicles from crossing during one of the busiest periods of the year. The changes came into effect on Wednesday evening (27 May) and will remain in place for the duration of the Urdd Eisteddfod. The move follows recent breaches of the bridge’s 7.5 tonne weight restriction, with only vehicles under that limit now permitted to use the crossing. Operatives will be stationed on the bridge to turn away vehicles exceeding the weight limit, while police and Welsh Government Traffic Officers will also…

Buying a car is one of the biggest financial decisions many people make after purchasing a home. Whether you need a reliable vehicle for commuting, family travel, or business use, the way you finance that vehicle can significantly impact your long-term financial health. The two most common options are taking out a car loan or leasing a car. While both methods allow you to drive the vehicle you want, they work very differently when it comes to ownership, monthly costs, flexibility, and overall savings. The debate surrounding car lease vs loan continues because there is no universal answer that fits…

Buying car insurance online has become one of the easiest ways to save time and money. Drivers can compare dozens of policies within minutes, review coverage options, and select plans that match their needs without visiting insurance offices or making endless phone calls. Yet despite the convenience, many people still make expensive mistakes when searching for the right policy. A lower premium may look attractive at first glance, but hidden exclusions, weak coverage, and overlooked fees can turn a “cheap” deal into a financial disaster after an accident. The truth is that online insurance comparison tools are incredibly useful when…

A lot of businesses probably don’t realise how many customers they lose simply because contacting them feels harder than it should, and it’s not usually because the business is bad at what it does either (far from it a lot of the time), it’s more that people get frustrated when communication feels awkward, slow, confusing, or like too much effort, especially now when everyone’s used to doing everything quickly online. The fact is that if somebody wants to ask a question, book something, check availability, or sort out a problem, they usually want the process to feel simple from the…

Warehouses are some of the most effective and efficient setups for managing inventories, whether you’re using them to store and ship your own products or as a service for other companies. However, given the amount of moving people, assets, and often vehicles, it should be no surprise that they can be potentially dangerous places, as well. Here, we’re going to look at what you can do to mitigate those dangers by assessing where the majority of threats lie and what you can do about them. Slips, Trips, And Falls These are among the most frequent warehouse accidents, often caused by…

A former South Wales valleys church dating back almost 160 years which went for auction with a price tag of just £7,000 sold after fierce bidding for almost seven times that figure. The Calvinist Methodist Bethel Chapel, on Ruperra Street, in New Tredegar, Gwent dating from 1860 complete with pews and fabulously intricate and colourful gallery balustrades, was sold for £47,000 by Paul Fosh Auctions. Sean Roper, of Paul Fosh Auctions, said: “The former church, which is crammed with a host of original features, certainly grabbed the attention of potential buyers with a total of nine competing to win the…

St John Ambulance Cymru is proud to announce that Millie-Mae Adams, a former Miss Wales and dedicated medical student, has officially joined the charity as its newest Ambassador. The appointment marks a poignant “full circle” moment for Adams, who first began her journey into medicine as a St John Ambulance Cymru Cadet. Having dreamt of becoming a doctor since the age of five, Adams credits the charity with providing her with the foundation to pursue a career in healthcare. “It’s an honour to be an ambassador for St John,” she said in an interview with Sam Cook for the official…

The Welsh Blood Service, along with other UK blood services, have announced a unique, new collaboration with Metallica and the band’s charity, ‘All Within My Hands’, marking the first time blood services across the UK have worked alongside a global rock phenomenon on this scale to promote blood donation. As part of the European leg of Metallica’s M72 World Tour, the Welsh Blood Service will host special blood donation sessions around the band’s tour stop in Cardiff on June 28. The collaboration will run for a week before and a week after the concert, giving donors additional opportunities to come…

A South Wales housebuilder has raised funds on the fairway and pitched in to raise more than £14,000 for a local charity. Barratt David Wilson Redrow South Wales, currently building at 15 developments across South Wales and the borders, hosted a charity golf day at Delta Hotels St Pierre Country club in support of Velindre Cancer Charity, a local charity dedicated to enhancing the lives of those affected by cancer. Founded in 1996, Velindre Cancer Charity provides person-centred care to cancer patients, carers and families through funding innovative projects and services. The charity aims to pave the way for a…