Seven men appeared in court after a disorder in Blackwood. One man was stabbed, but injuries are not life-threatening. Seven Men Face Court After Disorder in Blackwood, Near Caerphilly Okay, listen to this story. It happened in Blackwood, near Caerphilly. Seems like a big fight broke out there. It was on February 13th, in the…
House prices in Gwynedd plummeted following new rules on holiday homes. Prices fell 12.4% in a year, impacting homeowners. Gwynedd House Prices Plunge Amid Holiday Home Restrictions in Wales House prices in Gwynedd have fallen sharply after rules on holiday homes changed. Values dropped 3% in the last part of 2024, continuing a year-long decline…
Councillor Stuart Rice’s car was damaged in Brynmill. Police are investigating and increasing patrols. Swansea Councillor Seeks Security After Car Windscreen Smashed A Swansea councillor found his car damaged. Councillor Stuart Rice noticed a hole in his windshield, which happened on Friday, February 14th. His car was a Dacia Sandero Stepway. He also cut his…
Michael Martin, 31, jailed for 42 weeks after persistent offending in Llandudno town centre including assault and theft. Llandudno Offender Jailed After Town Centre Crime Spree A guy named Michael Martin is in jail now. He’s 31 and from Llandudno. Police say he caused lots of trouble downtown. They worked hard to get him to…
Family remembers Emma Williams, 47, as a loving mother and friend as police investigate her death in Gwalchmai. Family Pays Tribute to Loving Mother as Death Probe Continues A woman named Emma Williams died recently. She was 47. The incident happened in Gwalchmai, Anglesey. It occurred on Thursday, February 6. Police investigated it. Emma’s family…
A study proposes reopening the Gwynedd rail line connecting Bangor and Afon Wen, closed in the 1960s. The large project will cost billions! North Wales Rail Line Revival Plan Unveiled After Decades A study looked at reopening a Gwynedd rail line. It connects Bangor and Afon Wen. They closed it in the 1960s. The study…
A brawl outside an Abergavenny bar led to injuries and three arrests for suspected affray. Police seek public assistance. Several Injured, Three Arrested After Bar Incident in Abergavenny Police are looking into an assault. It happened in Abergavenny, Wales. Frogmore Street was the location. The incident occurred early Saturday, February 1. Several people got hurt…
Monmouthshire Council confirms all 20mph speed limits will stay, following a speed limit review and resident feedback. Monmouthshire Ditches 30mph Return: 20mph Limits to Remain in Place Monmouthshire will keep its 20mph roads. No roads will revert to 30mph. The council reviewed speed limits after government requests for resident feedback and new guidance. The council…
Wales to introduce tourist tax in 2027, sparking worry among tourism leaders about deterring visitors through added costs. Welsh Tourism Faces New Local Tax Rules Causing Industry Concerns Wales will permit local tourist taxes beginning in 2027. Councils can add extra charges, surprising tourism leaders. Some worry it will scare away visitors. The base tax…
Paul Welsh, from Toxteth, received a 14-year sentence for blackmailing children in the UK and the US for explicit photos. UK Man Jailed for Blackmailing Children in the UK and United States Paul Welsh abused kids. His crimes came to light in a police sting operation. It started February 17, 2025. Welsh, from Toxteth, blackmailed…