Author: Rhys Gregory

For hundreds of years, the people of Wales have been celebrating its patron saint, David. The Welsh national day takes place annually on the 1st March, which this year is on a Sunday following yesterday’s leap day. St David’s Day has been celebrated ever since his canonisation by Pope Callixtus II in the 12th century. It is said that the day is observed on the 1st March as this is believed to be the date of David’s death. Each year the nation comes together in celebration, wearing traditional Welsh dress and icons such as the daffodil and leek. The day…

To celebrate St David’s Day, five exclusive limited-edition custom mini figures of Welsh legends made from Lego went on sale. They were only available to purchase on the 1st March exclusively at St David’s shopping centre, with all proceeds from the collection will be donated to Welsh charities. Hundreds of shoppers had been queuing before 10am to get their hands on one. The five ‘Mini Welsh Legends’, include Gareth Bale, Gareth ‘Alfie’ Thomas, Ruth Jones as Nessa, Sir Tom Jones and Dame Shirley Bassey. Fifty of each mini figure has been created were available to purchase on St David’s Day from…

Thank you to the Glee Club for inviting us along in exchange for this review. Over the passed four days, The Glee Club Cardiff has played host to a fantastic line-up of Welsh comedy talent to celebrate St David’s Day.  On the bill last night was the brilliant Robin Morgan, Tudur Owen, Jennny Collier and kick-ass comedian Mike Bubbins. They didn’t pull any punches and were all fully in their element… and the audience loved it! The Glee Club itself is of course no stranger to any of this, as they regularly hold speaking events such as Ignite and music cabaret…

1st March is a day for those who live in Wales, and Welsh people all over the world, to celebrate their unique culture and history, through food, poetry, art, and music, and of course the national emblems of daffodils, leeks and dragons! In Wales, Help for Heroes’ Community Recovery Team based in Treforest, near Pontypridd, delivers life-changing services to wounded, injured and sick service Armed Forces personnel and veterans throughout the year.  Recovery Manager Shelley Elgin says, “Our key workers, veterans’ clinical liaison, fellowship and sports coordinators travel across Wales and Hereford providing holistic support to men and women whose…

Cwmbran’s NP44 3 postcode sector has landed 606 people with a share of a £3 million prize, after it won this month’s People’s Postcode Lottery’s Postcode Millions draw. Six neighbours playing with the full winning postcode, NP44 3DD, picked up cheques for the biggest prize sums – each winning an incredible £196,528. And the good news kept coming for one of the lucky six Poppy Field Avenue winners, who doubled their winnings to a whopping £393,056 thanks to playing with two tickets. The remaining winners received cheques ranging from £2,387 and £9,548, depending on how many tickets they play with.…

A shock new report that reveals that almost a quarter of street drugs are not what users think they are has prompted a police boss to renew his call for urgent reforms to prevent more drug-related deaths. North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner Arfon Jones said the study that was published British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology underlined the need for drugs to be regulated. Mr Jones, a former police inspector, is writing a letter to the Ministry of Justice asking the Government look at the matter again. His plea comes after it was revealed that drug-related deaths in the UK…

This week, Welsh rugby star Shane Williams, has shone a light on how the world of rugby is working to reduce concussions (Shane Williams: Rugby, Concussion and Me now available on BBC iplayer). Meanwhile, one local Cardiff team, the Headway Select XV, champions this very issue. Founder and Team Captain, Chris Case, started the team after his wife made an incredible recovery from an aneurysm. “I recognized how lucky we were and wanted to do something for others who weren’t so fortunate”, Chris explained, “I couldn’t think of a better way than through rugby because of the overwhelming support we…

Bethan Jelfs, customer delivery director for Transport for Wales Rail Services, and Chris Pearce, Network Rail’s Head of Operations for Wales and the Borders said: “Following flooding at a number of locations across Wales caused by heavy and sustained rain falling on already saturated ground, our frontline teams are working round the clock to reopen affected lines as soon as possible. “A number of lines remain closed however, and with Storm Jorge set to bring strong winds of up to 75 mph on Saturday, Transport for Wales and Network Rail are urging all customers to check their journeys prior to…

UPDATE 10:44am: The critical incident declared following flooding and severe weather related incidents has now been stood down. Following flooding and severe weather related incidents which have occurred overnight and through the course of the morning, a critical incident has been declared and South Wales Police is co-ordinating a multi-agency response. The emergency services, jointly with local authority planning departments, local health boards, and organisations such as Natural Resources Wales and utility companies, are working continuously to ensure the safety and welfare of those affected, minimise damage to infrastructure and property, and minimise disruption. South Wales Fire and Rescue Service…

South Wales Police is appealing for information after a serious road traffic collision on the A4226 Barry at 2.30am this morning. A pedestrian was in collision with a vehicle. The road is currently closed between the Travelodge Hotel to the roundabout where the A4226 meets Port Road. Motorists are advised to avoid the area, which is often used to access Cardiff Airport, and use alternative routes where possible. Delays are expected in the area. Anyone with information or dashcam footage should contact 101 quoting occurrence 2000074049