Author: Rhys Gregory

The Welsh Estate Agency Awards is incredibly proud to announce the winners of the inaugural Welsh Estate Agency Awards. On Thursday 15th May, the Welsh estate agency community gathered at the iconic Hilton Hotel – Cardiff. The awards hosted by one of Welsh Radio and Televisions most popular presenters Sara Edwards recognises the very best of the estate agency industry. The Winners of the 2025 Welsh Estate Agency Awards are as follows: Residential Estate Agency of the Year – Cardigan Bay Properties Residential Lettings Agency of the Year – Colony Living Commercial Lettings Agency of the Year – Dawsons Estate…

wansea’s multi-award-winning restaurant group, Rasoi, has been awarded ‘Indian Restaurant of the Year’ at the renowned Corporate LiveWire Prestige Awards. This national accolade adds to the restaurant’s growing collection of awards, highlighting Rasoi’s achievements in delivering exceptional dining experiences for customers. The win comes at a particularly momentous time for Rasoi, as Rasoi Waterfront in SA1 celebrates its 10th anniversary. Founded by Swansea brothers Jas and Suki Kullar, Rasoi first launched Rasoi Indian Kitchen in Pontlliw in 2015, with the duo rapidly expanding their brand into new ventures such as Rasoi Waterfront, Rasoi Catering, and the successful Kullars restaurant brand…

AN INSPIRATIONAL art project will symbolise the regeneration journey of a beloved seaside town following the completion of multi-million-pound flood defence works. Artist and facilitator Ffion Pritchard is appealing for up to 10 creatives from across Denbighshire to come forward and produce a mural for the Ein Rhyl/Our Rhyl campaign. Supported by Rhyl Neighbourhood Board and Balfour Beatty – which carried out the East Parade redevelopment – their vision is to showcase the history and heart of the popular Welsh resort, leaving a legacy for future generations. Currently engaging with community groups, schools, businesses and the voluntary sector, Ffion, from…

A couple from Wales have been jailed for 23 years each after footage was shared online of them sexually abusing a child. Jonathan Leonard, 58, from Caldicot, Monmouthshire, and Ann Bray, 62, from Newport were arrested by officers from the National Crime Agency in September 2024 after information was received from the FBI. Both Leonard and Bray’s devices were seized upon arrest, and Bray’s device contained videos and images of the pair abusing a child from 2021 to 2024. NCA investigators discovered Bray had been grooming the child to participate in sexual activity with the pair. Videos and images of…

A leading Mid Wales hotel will be transporting guests back to 1912 and the tragic maiden voyage of The Titanic later this year. The Metropole Hotel & Spa in Llandrindod Wells is inviting guests to attend a theatrical re-enactment of the Titanic’s last meal in a ‘Queen of the Ocean’ themed dining experience on October 11. Captain Smith and his crew, from Histoire Productions, will welcome guests on board the RMS Titanic on her maiden voyage and is encouraging them to “embrace the elegance of 1910s fashion” by wearing era-specific clothing, although it’s not mandatory. The evening will begin at…

With the May half term just around the corner, families across South Wales are searching for a range of activities to keep their children entertained for the week. The area of Neath Port Talbot, also known as the Dramatic Heart of Wales, is brimming with adventures just waiting to be uncovered. From winding cycle trails to treetop adventures, surfing lessons to unearthing ancient history, there’s a reason why families love this hidden gem. Discover what family-friendly activities await in the Dramatic Heart of Wales this May half term: In It Together Festival Start the May half term strong at the…

One of Wales’ biggest housebuilders will expand its presence to Caerphilly after it completed a major land deal to bring new homes to the town. Persimmon Homes East Wales completed the purchase of 12 acres at Virginia Park, a site that already has full planning permission, and will means 174 new, high-quality properties for local people in the area. Persimmon will now submit a revised planning application within the coming weeks before commencing groundworks. The accredited five-star builder will begin works on-site early next year, with first sales completing by the end of 2026. The developer will also make a…

It will be the largest ever Barry Island 10K with more than 4,300 people signed up to take part in the 10K and junior races. With just one month to go all general entries into the Barry Island 10K 2025 have now sold out. This means that the only way to now secure a spot into the event is through its lead charity partner, Cancer Research Wales. After a year-long hiatus in 2024, the Barry Island 10Kwill be returning to the seaside town on Sunday 15 June with a route showcasing the town’s most scenic seaside spots and recognisable landmarks…

A man from Swansea has been jailed after his dangerous driving left another vehicle on its roof on the M4. 31-year-old Kyron Farrell, from Mayhill, had planned to attend a large car meet of around 100 people at Milland Road, Neath in March this year. Officers witnessed him reversing up the slip road from the A474 before heading off at speed towards Stockham’s Corner, where rather than negotiating the roundabout, he performed a u-turn to head back up the A-road. He then joined the A465, where he reached speeds of up to 110mph in a bid to escape police. After…

A 52-year-old woman has today been jailed for the murder of her partner, Marcin Koziol. Joanna Wronska, of Pentre Gwyn in Caia Park, killed Marcin with a single stab wound to the heart. She claimed he had inflicted the injuries on himself in a bid to take his own life. But a jury saw through her lies and convicted her of murder after less than 90 minutes of deliberations following a nine-day trial at Mold Crown Court last month. She was sentenced today to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 16 years. Shortly before 6.15pm on 23 October 2023,…