Author: Rhys Gregory

Shopping is, in a word, fun. Who amongst us hasn’t succumbed to a bout of retail therapy after a bad day at work, or a tough phone call with a distant relative? Equally, who amongst us hasn’t rewarded ourselves with a shopping spree after a great day at work, or some phenomenal news besides? Much with any ‘vice’, shopping can be a celebratory or commiseratory affair, and waits for no one when it comes to weighing on your bank account. A little shopping here and there is, obviously, a good thing – we enjoy collecting things, we enjoy pampering ourselves,…

AN INAUGURAL childcare expo celebrating learner achievement and the “best of the industry” will be hosted by Coleg Cambria. The Childcare Show is to be held on Wednesday May 14 from 5.30pm-8.30pm in the new £14m Nant building at Yale in Wrexham, a health and wellbeing Centre featuring the popular Iâl Spa, simulated hospital wards and virtual reality environments. Organised by Childcare Assessor Lauren Lawrence, a former nursery manager with more than 10 years’ experience in the sector, the event is a first for the college, uniting more than 30 organisations and businesses with up to 100 students and their…

Business leaders from across South Wales have given up their beds and sleeping bags to spend a night under the stars at Cardiff Castle as part of CEO Sleepout Cardiff, a national initiative raising vital funds to tackle homelessness and poverty. The event brought together professionals, entrepreneurs and charity leaders in a show of solidarity with those facing homelessness, all while raising money for organisations working on the front line of the crisis. Among those taking part was Rachel Woodridge, Chair of the Pettifor Trust, an animal welfare charity based in Swansea. Rachel raised £525 from social media funding in…

A 28-year-old man handed himself in to a police station on May 4 and was subsequently arrested in connection with the assault of a 61-year-old man which happened at the Church Inn, Old St Mellons, Cardiff, on Saturday, May 3. He has since been released on police bail. The 61-year-old victim of the assault remains in hospital where his condition is described as critical but stable. The police investigation into the incident is ongoing and anyone who may have witnessed the incident who has not yet spoken to officers is urged to make contact. Please give reference *2500138469.

Today, National Trust Cymru has announced the creation of a National Register of Welsh Apple Varieties that designates 29 varieties of Welsh apples to help safeguard Wales’ rich apple heritage. The register is the result of three years of collaborative working and workshops, bringing together apple and orchard enthusiasts including Welsh author and apple identification expert Carwyn Graves, the National Botanic Gardens of Wales and the Marcher Apple Network . The announcement coincides with the National Trust’s annual #BlossomWatch #GwleddYGwanwyn campaign that encourages people to enjoy one of nature’s great spectacles – spring blossom – as apple trees across Wales…

Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay’s premier dining and leisure destination, is proud to support Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 with a line-up of free activities designed to help visitors relax, connect, and feel part of something bigger – in line with this year’s theme: “Community – the power of coming together.” Running from Wednesday 14 to Sunday 18 May, the Quay will host a series of events aimed at boosting wellbeing and encouraging meaningful connection, all set against the beautiful backdrop of Cardiff Bay. On Wednesday 14 and Thursday 15 May, visitors are invited to take part in free outdoor yoga…

A man from Swansea has been jailed after he pleaded guilty to nine sexual offences against one victim, beginning when the victim was a child. His victim disclosed to a family member that 58-year-old Stephen Hindley had led a campaign of sexual assaults against them, between the ages of nine and 22. Offences were alleged to have taken place in Mayhill, Plasmarl and Manselton between the mid-Nineties and the mid-2000s. Hindley failed to appear at a hearing in connection with these offences in May 2013, and an arrest warrant was issued by the Courts. He then remained outstanding – using…

A 29-year-old man has been jailed for strangling his former partner. Sam Trommelen of Berwyn Street, Llangynog, Oswestry, attacked the victim while the pair were on holiday in Aberdyfi, Gwynedd in October last year. Following an altercation in their room after Trommelen accused the victim of cheating, he put his arm around her neck, restricting her from breathing. He eventually let go and she fled the property, but Trommelen followed and continued the altercation with the victim in the street. A local resident who witnessed the incident intervened and called the police, before offering sanctuary to the victim. As Trommelen…

ransport for Wales (TfW) has launched a new online brand shop, offering a unique collection of merchandise designed to celebrate the beauty of Wales while directly supporting the transport network. The shop offers a collection of items from drinkware and beautifully crafted prints to charming postcards and souvenirs – the perfect gift or personal keepsakes that capture the essence of travel across the network. Many items in TfW’s brand shop are made in Wales, allowing customers to support local businesses while taking home a piece of their journey. The concept for the shop emerged from numerous suggestions put forward by…

Denbighshire Council’s Nature for Health Team are launching a series of weekly Wellbeing Walks, designed to promote health, wellbeing, and community connection. These walks will take place across various locations in Denbighshire, offering residents a chance to enjoy nature, improve their wellbeing, and meet like-minded individuals. Nature for Health is a collaborative project funded by the UK Government, that engages with individuals and communities to promote the role access to nature can play in improving health and wellbeing. The programme welcomes people of all abilities to get involved with conservation and healthy outdoor lifestyle activities on your doorstep. Starting Tuesday,…