Locals describe the fear as flames threatened homes during two days of intense grass fires in Gower. Gower Residents Recall Terror of Massive Grass Fires Near Homes Fires raged in the Gower area for two days. One woman feared her house would burn down. Ella Haynes lives near Cefn Bryn, where the road was closed…
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…
Denbighshire approves a 6% council tax increase amid debate and uncertainty over public toilet closures. Denbighshire Council Tax Set to Rise 6% Amid Public Toilet Concerns Denbighshire residents face a 6% council tax increase. Councillors voted this at Ruthin County Hall on Thursday. They set a balanced budget after a four-hour debate. The opposition tried…
Qualitas Energy proposes a vast 220-acre solar farm near Ferryside, Carmarthenshire, potentially powering thousands of homes. Large Solar Farm Pitched for Carmarthenshire Countryside Near Ferryside A Spanish company plans a huge solar farm. The farm will sit between Carmarthen and Llanelli. Qualitas Energy wants to build it. The farm could power many local homes and…
House prices in Gwynedd declined after new restrictions on second homes. Some celebrate, while others express concerns about long-term effects. Wales House Prices Fall After Second Home Rules Affect Market Hey, guess what’s happening in Gwynedd, Wales? House prices are actually dropping. It’s like, a 3% dip this last quarter alone! Apparently, things have been…
Locals are distraught after gates went up, blocking a well-loved path to the mountain. Gates Cut Off Community From Beloved Countryside Path Cwmparc’s forest was a local favorite. People walked and biked there all year. The community loved the forest for decades, with grandparents sharing it with kids, and now, those kids sharing it with…
Man throws bike wheel at police, but it hits his friend instead. She was seriously injured and needed hospital care. Bike Wheel Thrown at Police Hits Friend Leaving Her in Pool of Blood A street fight happened in Rhosllanerchrugog. Police arrived, and a crowd of people gathered, estimated at thirty or forty individuals. Things then…
Local businesses in Rhondda Cynon Taf could receive up to £500 in rates relief, building on Welsh Government support. Rhondda Cynon Taf Business Rate Relief Scheme to Continue Rhondda Cynon Taf businesses could get some help. About 750 businesses might get up to £500 thanks to a local business rates relief. The cabinet approved it…
Newport’s Transporter Bridge reopens after renovations, featuring a new visitor centre, rooftop viewpoint, and gardens. Newport Transporter Bridge: New Centre, Viewpoint and Gardens Unveiled Hey, guess what’s happening in Newport. Their Transporter Bridge is almost ready to fully reopen. It has been undergoing major renovations for four years. The Newport council funded the work with…
Report reveals Welsh Gypsy and Traveller groups endure persecution, poor sites and lack govt action. Welsh Gypsy and Traveller Communities Face Poor Living Conditions A new report says Welsh Gypsies and Travellers face racism. They say local groups and police act unfairly. The report says the Welsh government fails them. A committee calls this lack…