New Quay, Wales, famed for its beauty, struggles with remoteness. Shops are far, impacting daily life. Welsh Town Renowned for Beauty Faces Isolation Challenges New Quay is a popular spot, known for its beaches and dolphins. Dylan Thomas also lived there, and it was called Britain’s “prettiest town” last year. But being remote has its…
Chef Lee Skeet closed Jackson’s in Cardiff, citing frequent burglaries and health concerns due to rising crime rates. Cardiff Chef Shuts Restaurant Blaming Out of Control Crime Levels A chef in Cardiff closed his popular restaurant, Jackson’s. Lee Skeet shut it down because of health issues and a lot of crime at the restaurant. Jackson’s…
Council tax in Merthyr Tydfil may rise by 5% in 2025/26. New budget plans aim to address a £5.27 million shortfall. Merthyr Tydfil Council Tax Rise: Expected Increase for Next Year Merthyr Tydfil might raise council tax by 5% next year. This is according to new council budget plans for 2025/2026. If tax increases, the…
A shop in Wales remained open despite a closure order due to rat and mice infestations and hygiene concerns. Rat-Infested Welsh Shop Stayed Open Despite Closure Order A shop in Wales had some major problems. Inspectors found live mice, droppings, and mould. The shop’s warehouse had a big rat problem and the owner ignored orders…
Residents fear a 120 meter weather mast will blight the landscape. Councillors will decide if it can be built. Locals Object to Massive Mast Over View in Powys They’re planning a tall weather mast. It will stand 120 meters high, and Powys councillors will vote on it. The location is near Llandegley and New Radnor.…
Residents are furious over an approved quarry expansion, citing unbearable odors that hinder home sales in Gelligaer. Quarry Expansion: Stench Forces Locals to Stay Put, Angering Residents A quarry expansion got approval despite local worries. The quarry is near Gelligaer, in Caerphilly county, and villagers have complained for twenty years about the smells, noise, and…
Residents will fund a new road near Hereford for 40 years. The £40 million project will be paid via council tax. West Country Residents Face Forty Year Road Cost Burden A new road south of Hereford requires a big loan. It’s thirty million pounds, actually. One council member thinks it won’t help the north. The…
New express coach aims to slash travel time between North and South Wales with fewer stops and affordable fares. Wales Express Coach Service Closer: Faster Than Trains, Fewer Stops Wales might soon have a new north-south coach service. This express service will have just nine stops and eight coaches a day will run between Bangor…
Catrin Rhiannon Rees dies after an overdose, leading to organ failure. Her sister Bethan was by her side at the hospital. ‘Fun Aunt’ Dies with Sister by Her Side After Overdose at Age 34 Catrin Rhiannon Rees died at 34. Her sister was with her at the hospital. An inquest was held about Catrin’s death.…
New shop near student housing in Swansea seeks to sell alcohol but faces opposition due to local anti social behavior Swansea Shop Faces Alcohol Sale Ban Due to Student Issues and Begging A shop wants to sell alcohol near student housing. It faces a bail hostel on New Cut Road. Swansea Council will decide on…