Author: Rhys Gregory

This story is also available in Welsh – click here to read it. On what would have been Richard Burton’s 100th birthday [10th November 2025], Blue Plaques were unveiled at both his birthplace and the former home of his mentor and adoptive father, Philip Burton. With Richard’s Blue Plaque unveiled by his daughter and granddaughter, Kate and Charlotte Burton, the iconic actor’s legacy has been formally recognised in a ceremony attended by his family, admirers, and local community. After being ‘discovered’ by his teacher Philip Burton, who adopted him to improve his chances of getting into Oxford, Richard’s career took him from Stratford-upon-Avon…

Mae’r stori hon hefyd ar gael yn Saesneg – cliciwch yma i’w darllen. Cafodd arwyr chwaraeon lleol eu cydnabod yn nigwyddiad Gwobrau Chwaraeon Caerffili 2025, a gafodd ei gynnal yn Bryn Meadows ddydd Gwener 7 Tachwedd. Daeth y dathliad blynyddol â chlybiau, gwirfoddolwyr ac arweinwyr cymunedol ynghyd i anrhydeddu’r rhai sy’n gwneud cyfraniad eithriadol i chwaraeon ar lawr gwlad ledled y Fwrdeistref Sirol. Roedd y digwyddiad, wedi’i gynnal gan Chwaraeon Caerffili, yn dathlu unigolion a sefydliadau y mae eu hymroddiad a’u hangerdd yn parhau i gryfhau chwaraeon cymunedol ac ysbrydoli cyfranogi ar bob lefel. Dyma enillwyr eleni: Gwirfoddolwr Ifanc y Flwyddyn –…

This story is also available in Welsh – click here to read it. Local sporting heroes were recognised at the Sport Caerphilly Sport Awards 2025, held at Bryn Meadows on Friday 7th November. The annual celebration brought together clubs, volunteers and community leaders to honour those making an outstanding contribution to grassroots sport across the county borough. Hosted by Sport Caerphilly, the event celebrated individuals and organisations whose dedication and passion continue to strengthen community sport and inspire participation at every level. This year’s winners were: Aaron Ramsey Young Volunteer of the Year: Ioan Walters (Wattsville FC) Welsh Sport Association Volunteer of…

Disease control zones that have been declared following a confirmed case of bird flu in the Welshpool area, Powys County Council has said. A case of Highly Pathogenic Avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Welshpool the county council has said. 3km and 10km disease control zones have been declared around the premises by APHA, to limit the risk of disease spread. Within this zone, bird movements and gatherings are restricted and all holdings that keep birds must be declared. Bird owners outside the protection zone and surveillance zone are reminded that the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone…

Mae’r stori hon hefyd ar gael yn Saesneg – cliciwch yma i’w darllen. Mae’r Dirprwy Brif Weinidog wedi dweud bod COP30 yn foment dyngedfennol ar gyfer cydweithredu rhyngwladol a chanlyniadau yn y byd go iawn yn ein hymateb i’r argyfwng newid hinsawdd. Wrth i Gynhadledd Newid Hinsawdd y Cenhedloedd Unedig ddechrau ym Mrasil, mae’r Dirprwy Brif Weinidog sydd â chyfrifoldeb dros Newid Hinsawdd, Huw Irranca-Davies wedi dweud bod Cymru’n brawf y gall gwledydd bach arwain newid trawsffurfiol ar y llwyfan byd-eang: “Ddeng mlynedd ers Cytundeb Paris, mae COP30 yn foment allweddol ac yn nodi’r dyddiad cau i wledydd gyflwyno eu cynlluniau gweithredu…

This story is also available in Welsh – click here to read it. The Deputy First Minister has stated COP30 is a crucial moment for international collaboration and real-world results in our response to the climate change emergency. As the UN Climate Change Conference begins in Brazil, the Deputy First Minister with responsibility for Climate Change, Huw Irranca-Davies said that Wales is proof that small nations can lead transformative change on the global stage: “Ten years since the Paris Agreement, COP30 is a pivotal moment and marks the deadline for countries to submit their updated action plans which are crucial for determining…

Over 1.8 million veterans across the UK will benefit from a new network of local support centres, as the MOD launches a transformational Veterans Strategy to renew the nation’s contract with those who serve and have served. The new centres will help improve access to support services such as health, housing and employment, and may extend to finance, wellbeing, welfare and integration into society. The local centres will fundamentally transform how assistance is provided, offering the first coordinated national network of support centres. They will connect to a new VALOUR headquarters within the Ministry of Defence, with regional centres and…

Black Lane County Primary School has been crowned best Breakfast Club in Wales, for its continued efforts in supporting its pupils in the morning to ensure they have access to a filling breakfast. At Black Lane County Primary, children are welcomed every morning into a warm and friendly environment where they can enjoy a balanced breakfast, helping to fuel their bodies and minds for the day ahead. Alongside a variety of tasty food options, pupils take part in engaging games and activities that encourage creativity, teamwork, and social interaction.   The school’s win was announced at the Kellogg’s Breakfast Club Awards at the Houses of Parliament. Now in…

East Asian-inspired lifestyle brand KENJI is set to make its Welsh debut at St David’s Cardiff this November. Blending modern Asian culture with a British twist, KENJI offers stylish and high-quality lifestyle goods including Kawaii plush toys and gifts, collectible blind boxes, design-led stationery and pens, homeware and accessories, as well as a unique selection of snacks and drinks. Offering a uniquely immersive shopping experience, KENJI’s St David’s store invites guests to enjoy an interactive and playful space, filled with creative spirit. An exclusive Tiny-K character figure will welcome guests at the Cardiff store, offering the perfect photo moment for…

The CBI and the University of South Wales have published a new report calling for significant barriers to women achieving leadership roles to be removed. ‘From Aspiration to Action: Women’s Leadership Pathways in Wales,’ a study by the University of South Wales and CBI Wales, is based on a survey of 249 female, male, and non-binary professionals across different career levels and sectors. The report says cultural signals displayed in the workplace and leadership environment, as well as structural obstacles, such as being given greater responsibility without enough support, are the main barriers to leadership. A third key factor in people…