Author: Rhys Gregory

A man from Swansea has been found guilty of the murder of his 71-year-old neighbour. 57-year-old Brian Whitelock, from Clydach, previously admitted manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility, but has now been found guilty of the murder of Wendy Buckney at her flat in August 2022. Detective Chief Inspector Matt Davies said: “We are pleased to hear of the guilty verdict, concluding what has been a thorough investigation into Brian Whitelock’s senseless murder of his defenceless victim. “The family of Wendy Buckney have been through a terrible and traumatising ordeal due to Brian Whitelock’s actions. With this verdict and…

The Leader and Chief Executive of Neath Port Talbot Council have welcomed a multi-million aid package for those affected by the Tata Steel UK changes and a new “open for business” phase in the transformational Celtic Freeport project. Addressing a full meeting of Neath Port Talbot Council on Wednesday, November 27th, 2024, Leader Cllr Steve Hunt and Chief Executive Frances O’Brien said approval of freeport development sites offering tax incentives to inward investors would provide a huge boost to the economies of Neath Port Talbot and Wales. Frances O’Brien, who recently took up her role, said: “It has been a…

More than 400 secondary age musicians took part in a variety of individual and ensemble competitions at the Pembrokeshire Valero Secondary Schools’ Music Festival held at Ysgol Caer Elen. Musicians from the County’s Secondary Schools, Pembrokeshire College and further afield took part at the event on November 16th. Head of Pembrokeshire Music Service Philippa Roberts said: “Heartfelt congratulations to all the pupils who participated in the festival. It has been truly inspiring to see students enthusiastically sharing their musical talents in a supportive and encouraging environment.” Mared Phillips from Ysgol Bro Preseli, was announced as overall winner of this year’s festival. Earlier…

Newport City Council has installed air quality monitors at key locations across the city. The Eco Post air sensors give an indication of how clean the air is using a coloured light display which changes colour if the air quality state changes hourly during the day; green showing the cleanest air and purple the most polluted. The sensors, which are the first Eco Post sensors in the UK, have been installed in five locations so far, with one more to come. Three of the locations, Caerphilly Road by the play area, Malpas Road, and High Cross by High Cross Primary…

Work has begun to transform the site of a former Caerphilly borough school into a flagship housing development. This week Caerphilly County Borough Council celebrated the official ‘groundbreaking’ on the former Oakdale Comprehensive School site.  The development will be the first of its kind for the Council in offering open market sales, alongside affordable housing. The Council has appointed construction expert Willmott Dixon to develop 92 eco homes on the ‘Oakdale Place’ site.  The development is being part funded by Welsh Government and work is anticipated to be completed in around Spring 2026. Leader of Caerphilly Council, Cllr Sean Morgan,…

Later today, First Minister of Wales Eluned Morgan will announce a major investment summit will take place in Wales in 2025. The FM will make the announcement when she addresses the CBI Wales Annual Dinner in Cardiff this evening [Thursday 28th Nov]. The event follows the International Investment Summit in London in October, where international investors met the First Minister, the Secretary of State for Wales, the Prime Minister and representatives of the UK and devolved governments. Eluned Morgan said: “I’m really pleased to announce next year’s summit, which will showcase Wales to global industry leaders and potential investors, highlighting…

Former Wales rugby international Sam Warburton OBE has been announced this week as Cardiff charity City Hospice’s newest ambassador. Known to many rugby fans across Wales as the national team’s captain between 2011 and 2016, Sam is now a successful pundit for the sport and has also made his mark in the business world as co-founder of SW7 Academy, a premium digital fitness solution. As an ambassador for City Hospice, Sam will raise awareness of the charity’s work in the capital by attending a number of events throughout the year. Sam recently joined fellow ambassador Nigel Walker OBE as a…

Popular Mid Wales visitor attraction, Silver Mountain Experience, is busily preparing for the return of their most beloved visitor, Santa Claus. Based just outside of Aberystwyth, the attraction is undergoing a serious transformation for its exciting Christmas event. Running on selected dates from December 7 to 23, there will be something for the whole family to enjoy at this magical winter wonderland. Santa and his elves have transformed Silver Mountain’s Victorian mine buildings into their workshops and a grotto. Visitors are being invited to join the elves for an enchanting walk through the factory to see where the magic happens…

Whether you’re trying a new destination or looking for the most delicious cuisine, Turkey is always worth considering. From cultural landmarks to natural wonders, this beautiful country has something to offer for every type of tourist. If you’re ready to plan an unforgettable journey, keep reading to find out about our favourite destinations in Turkey. Istanbul: History and charm Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey. Though not the capital, it’s well renowned for its blend of impressive architecture, historical sites, and modern facilities too. From world-class museums to designer shopping, you won’t be disappointed by the opportunities here. Istanbul…

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