UK’s most wanted fugitive returned following arrest in Portugal
One of the UK’s most wanted men has been brought back to Wales by the National Crime Agency (NCA) after spending four years on the run. Calvin Parris, 34, from Cardiff, was detained by Portuguese Judicial Police officers near the…
Man sentenced for sexually assaulting a young child
A 38-year-old man has been sentenced for sexually assaulting a young child 12 years ago. Shannon Leigh Newth was today (18th October) sentenced to 16 years in prison and given a lifetime restraining order. The abuse took place in 2011…
Carmarthenshire Businesses embrace Welsh Language Learning with New Programme
To mark Shwtmae Sumae Day 2024, Carmarthenshire County Council is celebrating its groundbreaking initiative aimed at helping local businesses embrace and promote the Welsh language. Named “Welsh for Carmarthenshire Businesses,” the initiative is a collaboration between Carmarthenshire County Council’s ARFOR programme and…
Nosferatu and accompanying Organ to thrill St Mary’s Church, Kidwelly
On the 18th of October at 7pm we will be showing the famous 1922 silent film Nosferatu, with accompaniment on the organ by Mr Andrew Pike. There is a suggested donation of £5 per ticket (available on the door) and…
Man arrested and charged in connection with sexual assault in Cathays, Cardiff
A man has been arrested and charged in connection with a sexual assault on a woman in Cathays, Cardiff. Detectives have been investigating an incident under the railway bridge close to Senghenydd Hall and Salisbury Road during the early hours…
Redevelopment of Atlantic Wharf to take next step forward
The multi-million pound redevelopment of Atlantic Wharf in Cardiff is set to take another step forward. Cardiff Council announced that it is about to enter into a build contract with Goldbeck Construction, subject to cabinet approval, for the development of…
Work on new railway stations around Newport could begin by 2026 according to proposals
Building work on a series of new railway stations in and around Newport will begin in 2026, according to the latest proposals. A new report by the Burns Delivery Board shows the stations will form the backbone of major public…
16-year-old arrested following threatening messages sent to pupil at Ysgol Bro Myrddin
Dyfed-Powys Police attended Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Bro Myrddin this morning, Friday October 11 at approx. 11.20am. Concerns were raised following a threatening message against one of the pupils of Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Bro Myrddin, Carmarthen. The messages were not from…
Cardiff Central, Borth, Abergavenny and Llandudno stations battle it out to be the pride of Wales and the country’s champion in World Cup of Stations 2024
Britain’s railway stations are set to compete in the World Cup of Stations 2024, a competition that celebrates the importance of rail and its role in supporting communities, businesses and the economy. With 48 stations vying for the title, this…
Cabinet Secretary for Housing ‘working collaboratively’ to end and prevent homelessness
The Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government, Jayne Bryant, said: “This World Homelessness Day, I think it’s really important we acknowledge the fantastic work being undertaken in our communities and highlight the importance of collaboration between local authorities, construction…