Author: Rhys Gregory

The new Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Vaccination Centre, located in Cwmbran town centre, will enhance and support existing services to enable better access for the people of Gwent to receive a number of life-saving vaccinations. Nicola Prygodzicz, Chief Executive Officer for the Health Board said, “Vaccination remains one of the most effective and vital measures in the prevention of infectious diseases and keeping our communities safe. The launch of our new vaccination centre in Cwmbran marks a significant step forward in enhancing our community’s resilience to vaccine-preventable illnesses. “This investment in public health reaffirms our commitment to equitable healthcare by…

A UK GOVERNMENT Minister with responsibility for high streets and growth supported a £20m vision to regenerate a popular seaside resort. Minister of State for Building Safety, Fire and Local Growth Alex Norris MP met with Rhyl Neighbourhood Board this week (Thursday), the group tasked with developing a strategy that will enhance the coastal town, create employment, and improve infrastructure over the next decade. The Minister – whose portfolio includes local and regional growth, and high streets and Investment Zones – held a forum with Board members at the Youth Centre on East Parade. They highlighted priorities and challenges facing…

Cancer Research Wales has come on board as an Associate Charity Partner for the 2026 ABP Newport Marathon Festival. Next year’s event will be taking place on Sunday 19 April and the Welsh cancer research charity is now recruiting for a team of runners to help with fundraising across the 10K, half marathon and marathon distances. Entry to join #TeamCRW in any of the races costs just £10 and by joining the charity fundraising team runners will need to commit to raising a minimum fundraising target. This is £150 for the 10K, £300 for the half marathon and £500 for…

A man has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of mum-of-two Victoria Thomas in Cardiff. Alcwyn Thomas had spent the day drinking heavily and taking cocaine before strangling 45-year-old Victoria to death at the house they shared on Caerphilly Road in Birchgrove. Thomas, 44, admitted manslaughter but maintained that Victoria’s death was a ‘sex act gone wrong’ and that it was during ‘erotic asphyxiation’ that she died. He denied murder but was found guilty following a trial at Cardiff Crown Court. He has now been sentenced to life in prison and must serve a minimum term of…

A woman has died following a road traffic collision in Flintshire. At 4.26pm on Thursday, 24 April, North Wales Police received a report of a collision involving four vehicles on the A548 Mostyn Road, Flintshire near to the junction for Gwespyr Village. Emergency services attended, however, sadly the driver of one of the vehicles was pronounced deceased at the scene. Her next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained family liaison officers. Sergeant Leigh McCann of the Roads Crime Unit is appealing for witnesses. He said: “Sadly this incident is being investigated as a fatal…

Transport for Wales (TfW) is launching a new subscription and loyalty app that rewards passengers for their travel on TfW services. Starting yesterday (23 April), the JurnyOn app began offering TfW passengers a host of benefits, including discounts on advance train tickets and the opportunity to earn loyalty points for mileage travelled on TfW services. With subscription plans starting at just £1.90 per month, the app is designed to make travel more rewarding and affordable for everyone. Key Features of the JurnyOn App: Earn Points for Every Mile: Passengers can earn 1 point per mile they travel on TfW train…

Bridgend County Borough Council’s Economic Development and Enterprise team is excited to announce a fresh initiative designed to support local start-ups, creatives, and community groups right in the centre of Maesteg. This new initiative, titled “For a Limited Time Only…?”, provides short-term access to Unit 14 in Maesteg Market. The space offers a unique opportunity for individuals and businesses to experiment with ideas, display their products, in a high visibility setting and at no cost to them. Targeted towards makers, small businesses, social enterprises, and creatives from across Bridgend County Borough, this project offers a chance for them to step…

In 2025 visitors to Nantclwyd y Dre can experience the history of this charming higgledy-piggledy timber-framed townhouse not only through its sight and sound but also smell! Adding to the period costumes, soundscapes, and activities introduced last year, the historic house and gardens has introduced immersive aromas in each of its period rooms, bringing over 500 years of history to life in a new, captivating way. Crafted by AromaPrime, creators of speciality aromas for museums and tourist attractions, the scents offer a new way to experience the past, transporting visitors through the centuries as they encounter the rich smoky aroma…

A pilot scheme to help residents recycle even more of their household waste is being launched in Swansea Swansea Council is trialling a new kerbside recycling scheme, which will see soft plastic items such as crisp packets, plastic food wrapping and plastic carrier bags collected from homes as part household waste collections. Currently, if residents want to recycle soft plastic items, their only option is to take them to their local supermarket, where recycling facilities are generally provided. The trial in Swansea will take place across 15 communities that have their household waste collected on a Tuesday and a Wednesday…

RCT Council has now finalised its Resilient Roads programme for 2025/26 – which will design and deliver 10 further schemes to alleviate flood risk at key locations on the highway network. It will utilise £1.5 million funding recently allocated by Welsh Government for such improvements this financial year. The Resilient Roads Fund allocation to Rhondda Cynon Taf was confirmed in early April 2025, as part of wider funding across several key transportation programmes that included active travel, road safety, improving pedestrian facilities near schools (Safe Routes in Communities) and unadopted roads. The Council has been successful in securing substantial Resilient…