A fire at a Welsh caravan park left two with serious injuries. Emergency services responded and an investigation is underway. Two Seriously Injured in Caravan Park Fire in Porthcawl, Wales Hey, something bad happened. A fire broke out in a caravan park in Porthcawl, Wales at Happy Valley Caravan Park around 1 PM on Saturday,…
A 49-year-old man died at Parc Prison, marking the 18th inmate death in a year. Police do not suspect foul play. Parc Prison Death: Another Inmate Dies at Notorious Wales Jail A man died at Parc prison. He was 49 years old. It happened on Saturday, March 1st. The prison is in Bridgend, Wales. Police…
Bridgend Green Party opposes Last Energy’s plan for small nuclear plants in Llynfi Valley, citing safety and necessity concerns. South Wales Faces Opposition to New Nuclear Power Plant Proposals The Green Party in Bridgend opposes a nuclear plant plan. They call it “unnecessary, unwanted, and unsafe.” This plant would be in the Llynfi Valley. Last…
A man was sentenced for attacking his wife, leaving her with severe injuries. He claimed self-defense during the trial. Man Throws Wife Down, Stomps on Her Head in Violent Attack A man hurt his wife badly. He threw her down and stomped on her head. Her face swelled a lot. She feared her husband, so…
Council approves budget after public input, saving school music. Council tax might increase by 4.5%. Bridgend Council Approves Budget, School Music Service Safe From Cuts Bridgend Council made a budget plan, which the council cabinet approved. It goes to the full council next week. School music won’t get cut. The budget is for 2025-26, and…
Graham Darby, 50, was jailed for lying about his Bitcoin wealth during a crypto dispute, serving 146 days. Man Jailed After Hiding £8 Million in Bitcoin During Court Case A man named Graham Darby went to jail. He lied about his Bitcoin wealth in court, and the judge found him in contempt. Darby, age 50,…
Trucks ignoring the A470 detour are getting stuck in Welsh villages, causing damage and disruption. Truckers Cause Havoc on Welsh Roads Near A470, Detour Ignored People near the A470 in Wales are having trouble. A retaining wall by the road collapsed last October, and roadworks started. The A470 closed for repairs in January and will…
Bridgend council fights to save town center Post Office, calling it a crucial service for residents and businesses. Bridgend Post Office Closure Threat a Blow to ‘Vital Community Hub’ Bridgend council members agreed on something important: they don’t want Crown Post Offices to close. Bridgend town center’s post office is at risk. Heidi Bennett, a…
Bridgend councillor’s six-month suspension remains despite a panel suggesting a reduced term due to a code breach. Councillor Suspension Upheld Despite Panel Suggesting Reduction A Bridgend councillor’s suspension still stands. The Adjudication Panel for Wales suggested otherwise. Steven Bletsoe, an independent councillor, was suspended in May 2024 for six months. He didn’t declare an interest…
Discover Welsh restaurants and businesses with zero food hygiene ratings. Urgent improvements are needed for these establishments. Zero Food Hygiene Ratings Restaurants and Businesses List in Wales Hey, I saw this article about food places in Wales. Some places got a zero food hygiene rating. That’s the worst score possible. About 34 places have this…