Author: Rhys Gregory

A group of young footballers from Blaenau Gwent are preparing to represent Wales on the world stage as they head to Mexico City for the Street Child World Cup. The girls’ team, made up of 10 players aged between 14 and 17, will take part in the global event organised by Street Child United, which combines football with creativity and youth-led advocacy. In the final days before departure, the team has been supported by the local community, with well-wishers celebrating both their sporting success and the powerful message they will carry with them that every child deserves a voice, a…

South Wales Police is continuing its investigation into the fatal road traffic collision which occurred on the junction of Llynfi Road and Upper Street, Maesteg, on Saturday, April 25, at 12:04am. The family of Brandon Tatchell, the 21-year-old who died following the collision, have given the following tribute: “Brandon was a much-loved son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend to many. “Brandon’s fun-loving demeanour will truly be missed by everyone. Anyone who knew Brandon will know that if someone needed help or guidance he would always try his upmost to help in whichever way he could. “Brandon was a hard-working…

A search is underway to find a missing man from Cardiff, with police appealing to the public for help. South Wales Police has issued an appeal to locate Rampal Singh, 41, from the Splott area, amid concerns for his welfare. He was last seen in Cardiff city centre at around 11.45am on Wednesday, April 29. Officers are urging anyone who may have seen Rampal, or who has any information about his whereabouts, to come forward. Anyone with information is asked to contact South Wales Police quoting reference 2600132883. You can get in touch online via the South Wales Police website,…

Three men from Merthyr Tydfil have been jailed after a firearm incident in the Gurnos area. Rhys Mew, 25, Jack Mew, 19, and Garyn Marshall-Palmer, 20, all of Gurnos, Merthyr Tydfil, were brought before court following an extensive investigation. At approximately 12.30am on Sunday August 10, 2025, South Wales Police became aware of an altercation that occurred in the Gurnos area, near to Magnolia Close. The victim was identified, however did not support police investigation. Despite this, investigations continued. Following further investigation, witness reports, and searches, reports of three men threatening another man were detailed, and a mobile phone and 9mm bullet casing were found at the scene. The phone located linked…

The family of a man who sadly died following a collision in Mynytho on 25 April have paid tribute to him. Roger Hawcroft was 67 years old and lived in Botwnnog with his loving family. In a tribute to him, they said: “Dad died doing what he loved, in the place he loved, with the sun on his face and the sea by his side. “As devastatingly sad as we are, he wouldn’t have wanted it to be any different and neither would we.   “We know how many people were there to help him on the day, both professional…

Rail engineering work is to be carried out this May on the Cambrian line in preparation for new trains entering service later this year. Passengers are advised of temporary service changes while Network Rail carries out essential infrastructure improvements ahead of new trains entering service later this year. Rail passengers travelling between mid-Wales and the Borders this May are encouraged to plan ahead, as essential engineering works will affect services between Aberystwyth, Shrewsbury, Llandrindod and Hereford. Network Rail will carry out infrastructure improvements on the Cambrian line between Shrewsbury, Aberystwyth and Machynlleth from Friday 8 May until Friday 22 May. Services between Llandrindod, Hereford…

IR Energy, a Welsh renewable energy design and installation company, is celebrating outstanding success at this year’s Energy Efficiency Awards, which recognise excellence across the UK’s green energy sector. The awards bring together leading organisations from across the country to highlight achievement in installation quality, innovation, customer service and skills development within the drive towards net zero. IR Energy was delighted to be recognised across multiple categories, reflecting the strength, expertise and commitment of its growing Welsh team: Regional New Build or Renovation Project of the Year – Winner Regional Trainee / Apprentice of the Year – Winner Regional Renewable…

Running an automated system comes with one constant risk. Something will fail at some point. The real issue is not the failure itself. It is how quickly you recover from it. If you cannot source the right part fast enough, small problems can turn into larger disruptions. Many businesses now rely on equipment that mixes older and newer technologies. That makes sourcing parts less predictable. Some of the components may be really easy to find, others may need a little tracking down.   Some components are easy to find, while others take time and effort to track down. We’re going to…

You spend plenty of time juggling work, messages and constant updates, so it makes sense that you might look for short, meaningful pauses that feel easy rather than indulgent. This year, online breaks slot neatly into your day because the tools you use strike a balance between speed and comfort. You no longer need to schedule a full hour to unwind; you can dip into activities that suit your mood, whether you want a quick hit of entertainment, a moment of quiet or a lively chat. Because these options sit a tap away, you treat downtime as an active choice…

Mae’r stori hon hefyd ar gael yn Saesneg – cliciwch yma i’w darllen. Mae arolwg newydd, a gynhaliwyd gan Survation ar ran Prifysgol Aberystwyth a Newyddion S4C, yn gosod Reform UK ychydig ar y blaen i Blaid Cymru o ran bwriad pleidleisio cyn etholiad y Senedd. Mae’r canlyniadau’n awgrymu ras agos, gyda Reform UK ar 30% a Phlaid Cymru ar 28%. Mae Llafur yn dilyn ar 15%, tra bod y Ceidwadwyr a’r Blaid Werdd ar 10%, y Democratiaid Rhyddfrydol ar 4%, a 4% yn dewis plaid arall. Dywedodd Dr Anwen Elias o Brifysgol Aberystwyth, a arweiniodd y dadansoddiad o’r arolwg barn: “Mae’r canfyddiadau hyn…