Author: Rhys Gregory

A grandmother says she “almost died” during a gruelling 730-mile, four-month long charity coastal walk, becoming trapped in a ditch in filthy water up to her neck for around an hour. Janet Baldock tackled the entire Wales Coastal Path between April and August, missing out Anglesey but completing her 730th and final mile on her 68th birthday. The grandmother-of-four’s trek was in aid of the national Support Dogs charity and her epic efforts didn’t go unnoticed as she was named Fundraiser of the Year during the charity’s annual Graduation and Awards ceremony, held in Sheffield earlier this week. As well…

Mae’r stori hon hefyd ar gael yn Saesneg – cliciwch yma i’w darllen. Mae rhaglen gyllido sylweddol gan Brifddinas-Ranbarth Caerdydd (PRC) yn trawsnewid tir diffaith i fod yn gymunedau newydd, sy’n darparu 2,500 o gartrefi gan gynnal mwy na 3,000 o swyddi, ac yn adennill yr hyn sydd gyfwerth â 132 o gaeau pêl-droed o leoedd gwag ledled De-ddwyrain Cymru. Mae’r Gronfa Bwlch Hyfywedd Tai (HVGF) gwerth £35 miliwn hyd yn hyn wedi cynorthwyo 14 o ddatblygiadau tai ledled naw awdurdod lleol, gan fynd i’r afael ag un o’r rhwystrau mwyaf rhag adfywiad: cost waharddol adfer safleoedd tir llwyd fyddai fel arall…

This story is also available in Welsh – click here to read it. A major Cardiff Capital Region (CCR) funding programme is transforming derelict land into new communities, delivering 2,500 homes, supporting more than 3,000 jobs, and reclaiming the equivalent of 132 football pitches of space across South-East Wales. The £35 million Housing Viability Gap Fund (HVGF) has so far supported 14 housing developments across nine local authorities, tackling one of the biggest barriers to regeneration: the prohibitive cost of remediating brownfield sites that would otherwise remain undeveloped, and addressing housing need. Nine projects have already fully drawn their funding allocation, with…

A man from Swansea has been jailed after pleading guilty to his involvement in the supply of Class A drugs. 36-year-old David Davies, from Loughor, was subject of a warrant at his home address in July. Large quantities of drugs, paraphernalia and cash were found during the warrant. Following this, intelligence led officers to a self-storage unit being used by Davies, in which a significant amount of further drugs and other materials were discovered. Davies pleaded guilty to possession of criminal property, possession with intent to supply cocaine and cannabis, being concerned in the supply of cocaine, ketamine and ecstasy,…

A 33-year-old woman has been jailed after attempting to frame her partner’s ex-partner. Rebecca Louise Jones, of Trem Engan, Penygroes, appeared at Caernarfon Crown Court on 20 November after admitting to perverting the course of justice. In March 2023, Jones and her partner reported that they were being harassed by his ex-partner, saying they were receiving multiple offensive and threatening messages each day. The man’s ex-partner was arrested for these allegations, but she claimed they were malicious, and she was being framed. However following police investigations, it was discovered that it was Jones herself that was sending the abusive messages…

Transport for Wales (TfW) and Edwards Coaches have taken a step towards building a greener public transport network across Wales by converting two existing diesel buses into fully electric vehicles. With trials underway, the bus repowering project represents a significant step forward in building a more sustainable, reliable, and efficient public transport network across Wales. Bus repowering involves removing the diesel engine and fuel system from a bus and replacing them with a modern electric drivetrain and battery system. By choosing to repower rather than replace, TfW is extending the lifespan of buses and reducing waste, making the programme both…

Car parking charges at Penarth Cliff Walk, Cold Knap and Bron-y-Mor in Barry are to be suspended until the Spring 2026. The charges were introduced in September as part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council’s wider car parking strategy. A report is now being presented to the Council’s Cabinet on 04 December recommending these be suspended temporarily.   Cllr Mark Wilson, Cabinet Member for Neighbourhood and Building Services, said: “We’ve listened carefully to residents and local businesses, and it’s clear that the introduction of parking charges at Penarth Cliff Walk, Cold Knap and Bron-y-Mor has raised concerns that we need…

Christmas shoppers can look forward to ‘A Very Merry Maesteg Christmas Market’, taking place on Saturday 13 December between 11am and 3pm in Maesteg Market Square. Organised by the council’s Economic Development & Enterprise team, the festive event will transform the square with local stalls, handmade gifts, and seasonal food and drink, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for families, residents, and visitors. Building on the success of the ‘Maesteg on the Menu’ event in October, which brought significant footfall and positive feedback from traders and the public alike, the Christmas market continues the council’s commitment to supporting local enterprise…

Cardiff has joined a bid by the Football Associations of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales to host the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2035 tournament. Council Leader, Cllr Huw Thomas, said: “Cardiff has a strong track-record of successfully hosting major sporting events and that experience, alongside the infrastructure we have here, the passionate fans, and the warm welcome always on offer, makes for something really special. “Events on this scale deliver serious economic benefits for local businesses and showcase the city to a global audience. The prospect of potentially being a host city in 2035, part of a national celebration…

Work to transform the lodge building at Tredegar Park into a café has got underway. Initial work will see repairs made to the main lodge building, both inside and outside. Work inside the building will include installing new access points, installing heating and electrical systems in line with the council’s zero-carbon goals, and creating office space on the upper floors for park staff. Clearance work around the outside of the building has already been completed, which will provide space for the creation of an extension and a courtyard garden, to serve the future café. The lodge roof has been replaced,…