43-year-old man sentenced for child abuse offences
A 43-year-old man has today been sentenced for child abuse offences. Sion Wyn Thomas, of Bangor, appeared at Mold Crown Court today (Monday October 9th) after pleading guilty to child abuse over a number of years. He was sentenced to…
Positive outcomes for violence against women and girls’ offences made in September
NORTH Wales Police have noted that positive outcomes for violence against women and girls’ offences were made in September. North Wales Police are continuing to pursue people who commit offences of violence against women and girls in North Wales. Throughout…
Appeal after two parakeets abandoned in empty cage in a garden in Bridgend
The RSPCA is appealing for information after two brightly-coloured parakeets were dumped in a garden. The pair of Indian ringnecks, a male green-coloured bird and a blue female who was in poor health, were cruelly left confined in a small,…
Health Board Team win at Mental Health and Wellbeing Wales Awards
Hywel Dda University Health Board’s Smoking and Wellbeing Team scooped the award for the Best Mental Health Support Service at the Mental Health & Wellbeing Wales Awards 2023. The team were recognised for the flexible and person-centred service they provide…
Injured ringed red kite was oldest to survive in the wild
A red kite found injured in Carmarthenshire has been identified as the oldest ringed red kite to survive in the wild. The unwell bird of prey was spotted by a Llanybydder homeowner back in July – who contacted the RSPCA…
Police appeal for witnesses after female cyclist dies following road traffic collision on A476
“Dyfed Powys Police is appealing for witnesses to a road traffic collision, which occurred at around 5.10pm, Monday afternoon, 9th October 2023, along the A476 between Temple bar and Fairfach, Carmarthenshire. The incident involved a white articulated lorry and a…
Two men jailed for involvement in cannabis production in Blaenavon
TWO men have been jailed for their involvement in the production of cannabis at a former social club in Blaenavon. Mikeljan Dusha, 27, and Dylber Selimllari, 28, both of no fixed abode, appeared at Cardiff Crown Court on 27 September…
Police appeal to find missing person
GWENT Police are appealing for information after a young man was reported missing. Patrick Drake, 24, was last seen in Newport at around 5.20pm on Friday 6 October and officers are concerned for his welfare. He was last known to…
Events underway to celebrate Welsh language ahead of Diwrnod Shwmae Su’mae
COUNTLESS events are underway in Ceredigion to celebrate the Welsh language ahead of Diwrnod Shwmae Su’mae on 15 October 2023. The aim of the day is to show that the Welsh language belongs to us all – even if we…
Health Minister calls on people to make healthier choices to tackle strain on health and social care
HEALTH Minister, Eluned Morgan, is calling on everyone to play their part in the future of Wales’ health and social care system, as a new report shows an ageing and sicker population will put it under greater strain. Within the…