Author: Rhys Gregory

Mae’r stori hon hefyd ar gael yn Saesneg – cliciwch yma i’w darllen. Mae’r Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol ac Admiral wedi ymuno mewn partneriaeth strategol newydd sy’n dod â chadwraeth natur a diogelu cymunedau at ei gilydd. Dros y tair blynedd nesaf, bydd y ddau sefydliad yn gweithio i adfer tirweddau hanfodol a chodi ymwybyddiaeth o sut y gall atebion sy’n seiliedig ar natur helpu i fynd i’r afael â’r bygythiad cynyddol o lifogydd. Dyma’r tro cyntaf i’r ddau sefydliad gyfuno eu cryfderau: profiad Admiral o edrych ar ôl pobl a’r pethau sy’n bwysicaf iddynt, ac arbenigedd yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol mewn diogelu’r amgylchedd. Gyda…

This story is also available in Welsh – click here to read it. The National Trust and Admiral have joined forces in a new strategic partnership that brings together nature conservation and community protection. Over the next three years, the two organisations will work to restore vital landscapes and raise awareness of how nature-based solutions can help tackle the growing threat of flooding. This is the first time both organisations have combined their strengths: Admiral’s experience in looking after people and the things that matter most to them, and the National Trust’s expertise in protecting the environment. With flooding already affecting one…

STUDENTS from Coleg Cambria have launched the college’s transformative Strategic Plan for 2025–2030, setting out a bold vision to exceed expectations through education, innovation and inspiration. The plan reinforces the college’s position as one of the largest and leading providers of skills, training and opportunity for learners, employers and communities across north east Wales and the UK. With sites in Wrexham, Deeside, Llysfasi and Northop, Cambria has long been an anchor institution at the heart of the region. The new strategy outlines how the college will continue to drive growth and prosperity, while ensuring its learners feel fully enabled, included…

Swansea Bay is set to transform into a winter wonderland this November and December, with a packed line-up of festive events for all ages. From nostalgic markets and dazzling parades to creative workshops, thrilling rides and an ice sculpture trail, the city promises a Christmas season full of sparkle, tradition and celebration. Festive attractions in the heart of Swansea Waterfront Winterland makes a grand return from 21st November – 4th January, bringing back its much-loved undercover ice rink, Alpine Bar, funfair and Giant Wheel. Visitors can skate beneath twinkling lights, enjoy festive treats like toasted marshmallows and mulled wine, and…

A BELOVED independent school celebrating another record-breaking year is reaping the rewards of vision, investment, and a commitment to putting pupils first. Despite national challenges facing the sector, St Gerard’s School in Bangor has continued to grow, investing heavily in its facilities, wellbeing provision, staffing, and educational opportunities to ensure it continues to deliver a first-class education in a warm and welcoming environment. This year has seen significant development across its seven-acre site, including a £150,000 multi-use sports facility, extensive refurbishment of the Sixth Form suite and library, upgrades to parking and heating systems, and a striking rebrand to reflect…

The Great British Food Awards, one of the UK’s most prestigious celebrations of artisanal food and drink, has revealed its 2025 winners, and a host of exceptional Welsh producers have been recognised with top honours. In total, eight Welsh companies have secured eleven awards, including three Gold, three Silver, and four Bronze, across categories ranging from charcuterie, wine and spirits to biscuits and dairy. Judged by some of the UK’s most acclaimed chefs, critics, and industry figures, the awards shine a spotlight on the very best of British produce. Leading the celebrations was Velfrey Vineyard, who were named as the…

Proposals for creating an outdoor Lido swimming pool and all-new funfair rides to act as iconic new seafront landmarks have been revealed as part of the final regeneration masterplan for the Porthcawl Waterfront area. Produced by Bridgend County Borough Council in partnership with Welsh Government, the masterplan seeks to provide the right balance between leisure, tourism, housing and business requirements within Porthcawl while prioritising the needs of local people and other stakeholders. Developed following years of research, market engagement, technical studies and extensive public consultation, it features a wide range of ideas for facilities and attractions across the 38 hectare site, the majority…

Detectives investigating the death of Angela Shellis are keen to speak with the individuals pictured in these CCTV images. Angela’s body was found in the Morfa area of Prestatyn on Friday, 24 October. Following his arrest later that day, 18-year-old Tristan Thomas Roberts was subsequently charged with her murder. Detective Chief Inspector Andy Gibson said: “As this murder investigation continues, we are keen to identify the following persons captured on CCTV images. “We need to identify those people who were in the Morfa area during the times between 03:30 hours and 05:40 hours on Friday 24th October, as they could…

Mae’r stori hon hefyd ar gael yn Saesneg – cliciwch yma i’w darllen. Mae Llywodraeth Cymru wedi ymrwymo i fenter ar y cyd â Chyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol Merthyr Tudful i ddatblygu safle cyflogaeth 19 erw. Bydd y cytundeb yn cynnig seilwaith er mwyn adeiladu lleiniau sy’n barod am fuddsoddiad yn Goat Mill Road, ym Merthyr Tudful. Dydy’r safle ddim wedi cael ei ddatblygu ers cynnal gwaith adfer yn ail hanner yr 1990au. Bydd y cynllun yn elwa o fwy na £4.5m o gyllid Llywodraeth Cymru , ochr yn ochr â buddsoddiad o £5.1m gan Brifddinas-Ranbarth Caerdydd i Gyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol Merthyr Tudful.…

This story is also available in Welsh – click here to read it. The Welsh Government has entered into a Joint Venture with Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council to develop a 19 acre employment site. The agreement will provide enabling infrastructure for investment-ready plots to be built at Goat Mill Road, in Merthyr Tydfil. The site has remained undeveloped since remediation works in the mid to late 1990’s. The scheme will benefit from Welsh Government funding of more than £4.5m, alongside a £5.1m investment from Cardiff Capital Region (CCR) to Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council. The enabling works will create jobs during…