Author: Rhys Gregory

Leading partnerships developer Lovell and its partner Newport City Homes have officially commenced construction on the latest stage of the Ringland Regeneration project in Newport. The large-scale transformation programme will bring a new lease of life to the Ringland area of Newport and has been developed in close consultation with the local community. It will involve the delivery of 158 new homes and the relocation of the Ringland shopping centre, ensuring that residents can continue to take pride in their community. The £47 million project is set to be delivered over four phases, with construction work due to complete in…

The Rabbit Run returned to Merthyr Mawr on Saturday in what was its largest ever edition of the race. Despite the wet weather, more than 1,500 people registered to take part in the day’s festivities which saw a 12K trail race, 2K Bunny family fun run, 4K Double Bunny Run for those aged between 11 and 17 and 100m toddler dash for the under-fives. Running clubs as well as families and individuals, all came together to enjoy the beautiful scenery and get a unique chance to run through the private grounds of the Merthyr Mawr Estate. But it was Jacob…

A Welsh Government backed project that offers Welsh food and drink companies technical and commercial support has delivered over £491m impact to the sector since its launch in 2016. Project HELIX is delivered by the three food centres across Wales that make up Food Innovation Wales. The project offers a range of funded support in response to the needs of the sector, including help with process operations, new product development and food safety certification. Since July 2023, Project HELIX has been funded solely by Welsh Government and has delivered the following benefits to the Welsh food and drink industry: £119…

Police officers investigating a series of incidents of anti-social behaviour and where police vehicles have been targeted in recent weeks in the Gabalfa area of Cardiff have made a number of arrests. Early this morning (Sunday July 21) a 22-year-old man from Fairwater was arrested in the Pill area of Newport on suspicion of affray, possession of an offensive weapon and various drugs offences. A number of items were recovered at the address including a machete, quantities of cannabis and a large amount of cash. A significant proceeds of crime seizure was also made where designer bags, clothing and trainers…

As the opening of Porthcawl’s Metrolink draws closer, Bridgend County Borough Council addresses any concerns about its structure and grass rooftop. Built on solid bedrock on the landward side of the old Salt Lake harbour wall, concrete piles used in the construction of the Metrolink offer strength and support to the lightweight structure consisting largely of aluminium and glass. The steel piles have been positioned at least 10 metres into the ground, with building control inspectors monitoring each critical stage of the build, including the piling, pumping of concrete, laying of steel reinforced foundations, as well as the installation of…

SuperTed, the cuddly superhero created by an animation team in Cardiff, was one of the biggest television hits of the 1980s and continues to delight children today. Now, the character is set to star in a new production – an exhibition at the Museum of Cardiff focusing on the history of leisure in the city. Curators of the museum, based at the Hayes in the centre of Cardiff, have located an original poster promoting the cartoon and a fascinating drawing guide for artists to use when creating the popular bear. Another star of the exhibition is a vivid reminder of…

Communities, businesses and education providers throughout Swansea have benefited from a funding boost worth close to £22m over the last year. Swansea Council has approved hundreds of projects across the city and county that are being funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Anchor projects forming part of the overall funding programme include a rural anchor project, business support, culture and tourism, supporting communities and a transforming county anchor project. Projects to have benefited from rural anchor funding include an otter and water vole restoration project at Penllergare Valley Woods, as well as The Surf to…

Recently, 47 schools across Pembrokeshire participated in virtual workshops to create GIFs of popular places in Pembrokeshire. The project aimed to uncover the fascinating meanings behind our place names. Place names hold a wealth of information. They reveal geographical features, history, and even the people who settled in Wales, like the Romans and the Vikings. For example, Pembrokeshire has place names influenced by the Vikings, such as Skomer Island and Skokholm Island. The pupils had great fun in the digital illustration workshops hosted by Mwydro, who specialise in creating GIFs. These GIFs are now live and can be used on…

On 22nd July at the Royal Welsh Show, the Mid Wales Regional Skills Partnership (RSP) unveiled its update to the Employment and Skills Plan 2022-2025. It addresses the region’s evolving employment and skills needs, reflecting sector growth and economic demands. The updated plan incorporates new labour market intelligence and qualitative data, providing accurate growth forecasts for Powys and Ceredigion. The RSP collaborated with business-led cluster groups to gather industry-specific insights, ensuring the plan meets the Mid Wales economy’s current and future demands. The updated plan highlights key growth areas up to 2028, including a 6% increase in the construction and…

Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways (FfWHR) has come with a unique ice cream flavour tantalise the tastebuds of visitors this summer. Porthmadog-based FfWHR is the only place in the UK where you can buy Steam Coal Ice Cream on a new platform ice cream stand. Catering manager Elwyn Edwards said the idea just came to him as he wanted something unique to the FfWHR which was also made in Wales. “It’s really important for us to serve local produce here at our catering outlets and choosing a Welsh Ice cream maker was top of my list,” he said. “Marios were…