Author: Rhys Gregory

Leader of Powys County Council, Cllr Jake Berriman, has announced changes to the Cabinet, which will take effect from 1 October 2025. The reshuffle is designed to build on the Cabinet’s existing strengths while introducing fresh perspectives to key areas of council work. “I believe these changes will help us build on the expertise we’ve developed and bring new energy to our Cabinet,” said Cllr Berriman. “This reshuffle reflects the council’s commitment to delivering a sustainable, inclusive, and forward-thinking Powys, with a Cabinet team equipped to meet the challenges and opportunities ahead.” As part of the changes, Cllr Sian Cox…

Despite the common perception that protecting your business property is an unnecessary expense, business owners will actually find that this investment is far from being a financial burden. Instead, it’s a beneficial financial strategy that ensures the longevity and success of any Manchester business.  Invest in Regular Preventive Property Maintenance As a business owner, you might have used the search term ‘PPM near me’ on your quest to find top-notch preventative property maintenance services. Engaging a local reputable company will ensure you are staying on top of any potential issues, saving you money in the long term as you avoid…

Missing teeth can influence how you eat, speak, and feel about yourself. Dental implants offer a long-term solution, and two of the most common choices are All-on-4 and All-on-6 implants. Each treatment is designed to restore a full set of teeth, but with some important differences that you need to understand before committing to the right option. Keep reading to see which approach might fit your needs best. Understanding All-On-4 Dental Implants The All-on-4 technique uses four carefully placed implants to support a full arch of new teeth. This option is often recommended for patients with less bone density, as…

Two of North Wales’ most exciting emerging acts are joining forces for a night that celebrates the energy, creativity, and DIY spirit of Wrexham’s music scene. Groom The Giant will launch their brand-new EP ‘Old Toby’ with a headline set at NGHTCLB, joined by special guests and local favourites, Fleece. Groom The Giant, a four-piece grunge rock outfit hailing from Llangollen and Wrexham, have been steadily making their mark with heavy, psychedelic riffs and intense live performances. With appearances at FOCUS Wales, Wrexfest, Llangollen Fringe, and the International Eisteddfod already under their belt, the band are now ready to unleash…

City Hospice’s Sparkle Walk will return to north Cardiff this September, bringing together families, friends, and colleagues to remember loved ones while raising vital funds for the charity. The 10km night-time walk, which begins at Insole Court, Llandaff, will see participants stroll to City Hospice in Whitchurch and back, with a medal and glass of sparkle waiting for them on their return. At the halfway point, walkers will pause at the hospice’s memory garden, where they will have the chance to leave a heartfelt message or hang a ribbon in memory of a loved one. With over 150 participants already…

All eyes will be focussed on Mid Wales next weekend (September 5-7) as the eagerly anticipated JDS Machinery Rali Ceredigion hosts the penultimate rounds of the pulsating FIA European Rally Championship and the Probite British Rally Championship. Rali Ceredigion celebrates its fifth running and brings together 106 competing crews from across the continent for the three-day contest – the biggest in the British Isles. The Mid Wales event could well be crowning champions come Sunday afternoon, but before then competitors will face 10 closed-road stages in the breathtaking countryside of Ceredigion and Powys. There’s also two high-speed, crowd-pleasing tests in…

The director of a Welsh arts centre will be bowing out in style with his final exhibition set to feature work by world-renowned artist David Nash. The exhibition at Ruthin Craft Centre will be the last one organised by Philip Hughes, 66,  who will be retiring from his role after 33 years at the end of September. Philip and his team have brought ground-breaking exhibitions to Ruthin, given hundreds of new artists their first chance to show their work, and attracted millions of pounds worth of investment to the region’s arts and crafts industry through grant funding. Under his stewardship Philip oversaw the…

The UK’s newest two-day alternative music festival is set to shake up Cardiff this winter, with We Are One Festival announcing even more acts for its debut event at the iconic Tramshed in January 2026. Joining the bill are Welsh favourites CASEY, alongside Lake Malice, Raiders, CARSICK and Parma Violence – bolstering a roster already brimming with alt, rock and emo talent. The festival, which takes place from Saturday 31 January to Sunday 1 February 2026, will showcase 20 of the best alternative artists in the genre, proving that festival season doesn’t have to wait until summer. Weekend and day…

Pugh’s Garden Village will bring its successful ‘Garden Kitchen’ café concept to Abergavenny and create up to 20 new local jobs with the support of a £450,000 funding boost from NatWest. It will become the second food focused venture for the well-known family run business following the launch of the first Garden Kitchen by Pugh’s which opened in Rogerstone, Newport, in 2021 offering quality gifts, horticultural expertise, a Food Hall and Deli counter showcasing local, Welsh produce. The bespoke Garden Kitchen will comprise a 60 seated restaurant where guests can sample home cooked meals made with locally-sourced produce and speciality coffees,…

Popeyes® UK, has announced it will be bringing the bold flavours of New Orleans to Swansea for the first time this autumn, with a new restaurant opening on Oxford Street.  The new restaurant will mark Popeyes® fourth location in Wales following the success of its existing Welsh sites in Cardiff and Newport. Fans in the capital queued for over 16 hours on opening day to be one of the first to try the legendary Popeyes® Chicken Sandwich.  Swansea residents will be able to dine in or takeaway from the new restaurant, and enjoy a taste of the full Popeyes® menu,…