Author: Rhys Gregory

A 67-year-old man murdered his neighbour and recorded his dying words after a row. James Hughes (67) from The Old Palace Flats, St Asaph, wore a Dictaphone around his neck and sat on top of Harold Turner, 68, before beating him with his walking stick on Christmas day last year. During the trial, Caernarfon Crown Court heard that Hughes had frequently been banging on his wall with his walking stick, to the extent that Mr Turner was about to move into alternative temporary accommodation in order to get some sleep. Hughes denied murder and manslaughter. The court heard the confrontation…

After days of intense heat, Wales is set for a welcome change in the weather this week, with cooler temperatures, fresher conditions and plenty of dry weather expected before warmer air returns for the weekend. Monday will bring a much cooler start across the country, with a dry day expected for most areas. Fair weather cloud and sunny spells will develop throughout the day, while light winds should make it feel pleasant in the sunshine. Maximum temperatures are expected to reach around 20°C. Cloud will gradually increase from the west overnight into Tuesday, with a little light rain possible over…

Relocating as a family is exciting, but it can also feel like a lot to manage. Between packing, paperwork, school changes, work commitments, and helping children adjust emotionally, there are plenty of moving parts. When your destination is Wales, the process can be even more rewarding, with its beautiful landscapes, strong communities, coastline, countryside, and family-friendly pace of life. However, making the move as smooth as possible takes careful planning. The good news is that a family relocation does not have to feel chaotic. With the right preparation, honest conversations, and practical support, you can reduce stress and help everyone…

Welsh companies have started to look east with a particular kind of hunger. Not the dreamy, tourist-board hunger. This is the hard hunger for customers, contracts, and credibility in markets that don’t automatically care about charming origin stories from Cardiff, Swansea, or Wrexham. Europe offers scale, yet it also demands competence at a brutal, technical level. Shipping costs matter. Language matters. Regulations matter. Digital performance matters more because a sluggish checkout page kills trust faster than any bad translation. Speed Is a Border Check Continental expansion now begins with latency charts and uptime logs, not with glossy brochures. A Welsh…

Alter Bridge launched the inaugural Blackbird Festival in spectacular fashion on Saturday night, playing to a sell out crowd at TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle. The historic city centre venue was transformed into a haven for rock fans as the festival’s first edition brought together an impressive line up of established and emerging acts. Joining Alter Bridge on the bill were Welsh favourites Skindred, alongside US rock outfit Mammoth, Welsh trio Florence Black and the soulful sounds of Cardinal Black, creating a day packed with high energy performances. The Blackbird Festival marks another milestone for TK Maxx…

If you’re looking for somewhere to enjoy a few drinks in Cardiff this summer, Flight Club has just made the decision a little easier. The popular social darts venue has launched a brand new seasonal cocktail menu to accompany what is, in our opinion, one of the city’s best rooftop terraces. We visited Flight Club back in May to check out its newly refreshed summer terrace and were reminded just how much of a hidden gem it is. Tucked away above the city streets, it feels like a secret garden, filled with colourful flowers, festoon lighting and cosy corners that…

Billy Ocean rolled back the years with a hit-filled performance at TK Maxx presents Live at Llangollen Pavilion on Saturday night, treating a sold out crowd to an evening packed with classic songs spanning his decades-long career. The GRAMMY-winning singer opened his headline set with One World before launching into a string of fan favourites including Love Really Hurts Without You, Nights (Feel Like Getting Down), Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car, Suddenly and Loverboy. One of the biggest moments of the evening came during Red Light Spells Danger, as the Pavilion erupted into a huge singalong to…

South Wales Police is investigating the circumstances surrounding two 17 year old boys from Cardiff who have been arrested in Thailand. The force said it had been made aware of the arrests and officers are currently working to establish the circumstances which led to the teenagers travelling to Thailand. In a statement, South Wales Police said: “We have been made aware that two 17-year-old boys from Cardiff have been arrested in Thailand. “We are investigating the circumstances which led to the boys travelling to Thailand. “This is a very concerning time for the families and wider community. “We currently have…

Teddy Swims delivers unforgettable night as more than 30,000 fans pack Cardiff’s Blackweir More than 30,000 fans gathered at Cardiff’s Blackweir as GRAMMY Award winner Teddy Swims delivered a spectacular headline performance on Friday evening. Joined by his band Freak Freely, the vocal powerhouse performed a 90 minute set under sunny skies, treating the crowd to more than 20 songs during an energetic and emotional performance. Swims opened the show with The Door, Hammer To The Heart and Are You Even Real, immediately setting the tone for an unforgettable evening. Throughout the set, fans were treated to multiple pyrotechnic displays,…

Thomas Carroll has reported continued growth in both its turnover and workforce in the financial year ending 31 December 2025, reflecting its ongoing investment in people, infrastructure and innovation. Turnover increased by 4%, rising from £15.6 million in 2024 to over £16.2 million in 2025. This was driven by organic growth across the Group’s regional offices and the effective execution of Thomas Carroll’s post-Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) ambitions. Profit before tax reduced from £1.6 million in 2024 to £1.3 million in 2025, signifying increased expenditure driven by continued investment in people, infrastructure and growth initiatives, alongside inflationary cost pressures. The…