Author: Rhys Gregory

The Morriston Orpheus Male Voice Choir is set for a busy September, with a special BBC Radio 4 feature and two unmissable concerts celebrating the best of Welsh choral music. On Sunday, 14 September, the internationally renowned choir will appear on Sunday Worship on BBC Radio 4, broadcasting live from the Calon Lân Centre at Mynyddbach Chapel, Swansea, at 8:10am. The service, themed “The Invitation of Heaven”, will showcase a blend of hymns and choral pieces performed by the choir. Although the service is not open to the public, listeners across the UK will be able to tune in and…

A South Wales Police led operation has seen over 100 illegal e-bikes seized from the streets of Cardiff, making town centres safer this summer. Following concerns in the community and local intelligence, the local Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) applied for and received additional funding from Police and Crime Commissioner to tackle the issue in Canton and Cathays. The multi-agency operation between police, Cardiff Council, and Immigration, had eight operations deployed throughout August, aimed at tackling anti-social behaviour. In total, 135 illegal MPVs have been seized and will be safely destroyed by Cardiff Council. On average, the confiscated bikes were adapted…

A woman has sadly died following a collision on the A55 at Ewloe, Deeside, on Monday 1stSeptember. North Wales Police officers attended the area following a report of a single vehicle collision at around 10.45am. Sadly, despite the best efforts of the emergency services, the 70-year-old woman died at the scene. The woman’s next of kin have been informed. The coroner has been made aware. Sergeant John Prichard of the Roads Crime Unit said: “Our thoughts remain with the woman’s family at this difficult time. “Our investigations into the incident are ongoing, and I would ask anybody who witnessed the…

From this week, young people aged 16-21 can get £1 bus fares across Wales by applying for a free mytravelpass The one-year pilot scheme is designed to make travel more accessible and affordable, helping young people connect with education, employment and social opportunities. In addition to the £1 single fare, an unlimited day ticket is also available for just £3. To take advantage of these reduced fares, young people will need to apply for their free mytravelpass. The program will be extended in November to include young people aged 5-15, ensuring even more children and families benefit from lower travel…

With thousands of runners expected to take part in the Brecon Carreg Cardiff 10K and the final phase of the Lloyds Tour of Britain finishing in Cardiff on Sunday, September 7th, there will be a series of road closures in place to facilitate these events. With the Cardiff 10K starting at 10am, there will be a rolling road closure in place from 9am until 1pm along the route to facilitate the race, with further road closures in place from 3am until 6pm to prepare for and facilitate the last leg of the Tour of Britain, when Geraint Thomas will be…

A vacant, former chapel has been given a new lease of life and will provide a much-needed service to the local community in Cwmgwrach, thanks to funding received from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Owners Samuel and Megan Fender have overseen the renovation project, which has become a real labour of love over the last three years. They are now ready to open the doors to Croeso Day Nursery, which will provide a bilingual (Welsh and English) day care service to Cwmgwrach and its neighbouring villages. The former Calfaria Welsh Baptist Church, located at High Street in Cwmgwrach, although not…

The countdown is on – entries for the legendary Nos Galan Road Races 2025 are about to open. Now in their 67th year, the races remain one of Wales’ most iconic sporting and community events, drawing thousands of runners and spectators to Mountain Ash every New Year’s Eve. With spaces selling out in record time each year, organisers are urging runners of all ages and abilities to be ready when entries are released next week. As always, the Council will release spaces across all the races – children’s, male elite, female elite and fun run – in stages, so everyone…

Newport City Council has pledged its full support to Dragons RFC as the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) launches a consultation into the future of elite rugby in Wales. The council has underlined the importance of the Dragons to the local community, highlighting the club’s extensive outreach work, which engages with more than 120,000 young people across the region every year. From wheelchair rugby to mental health support and veterans’ initiatives, the club’s community programmes provide wide-ranging benefits beyond the pitch. Council leaders have also raised concerns about the economic impact if professional rugby were to disappear from Newport, noting that…

Synergy Plastics, a long-established manufacturer of plastic injection moulds based at 8 Willow Road, Pen Y Fan Industrial Estate, Crumlin, has been awarded £18,704.50 through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Business Development Grant 2024/25. The funding will support the company’s ongoing expansion and sustainability efforts. Founded in 1994, Synergy Plastics employs 49 staff and is currently expanding its site to increase storage capacity, enabling more efficient manufacturing operations. The grant has been instrumental in funding two key projects: Installation of a new ‘free cooling’ system to complement existing chillers, significantly reducing energy consumption and operating costs while lowering the…

The Caerphilly Early Years and Childcare Service is delighted to announce that the Flying Start childcare programme is expanding to include more postcode areas across Caerphilly County Borough. This latest phase of the Welsh Government’s national rollout means even more families will be able to access high-quality childcare from January 2026. This expansion marks a significant milestone, increasing coverage from 50% to 80% of the borough — bringing the benefits of Flying Start to hundreds more children and their families. From the 1st September 2025, families in newly eligible areas will be able to apply for a Flying Start childcare…