Rhondda man jailed for multiple burglaries
Gary Jones 38, from Church Village, was sentenced to four years in prison following his conviction. The sentencing took place at Cardiff Crown Court on Tuesday October 6 where Jones changed his plea from not guilty to guilty to three counts of burglary other than dwelling- theft, one count of theft of a motor vehicle…
Wales Air Ambulance joins UK-wide effort to teach CPR and defibrillator skills
Over 500 schools across Wales have taken part in Restart a Heart Live! Supported by WalesAir Ambulance.The UK-wide free livestream brought CPR training and AED familiarisation directly intoschools and communities on Thursday 1 October 2026.This is the first year Wales Air Ambulance has collaborated with Restart a Heart Live.As part of the programme, viewers were…
South Wales Police urges people to think twice as One Punch Awareness Week highlights devastating consequences of a single strike
South Wales Police is urging people across South Wales to think twice before a moment of anger turns violent, as it supports One Punch Awareness Week (5 – 9 October) with a new campaign to highlight the devastating consequences a single punch can have. One Punch Awareness Week is held annually, with organisations across the…
Celebrating and supporting older people across Cwm Taf Morgannwg – International Day of Older Persons
On the weekend, Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) was proud to join members of the Older People’s Advisory Group (OPAG), which represents the 50+ Forums of Rhondda Cynon Taf, in celebrating International Day of Older Persons 2026. The event was an opportunity to recognise the invaluable contribution older people make to our communities…
Spot it. Report it. We’re on it: South Wales Police launch campaign to tackle bikes being ridden illegally
South Wales Police has launched a public-facing campaign aimed at tackling the illegal use of bikes – including e-bikes and e-motorbikes – across the force area. The force has heard the concerns of the community and understand the misuse of these vehicles can have a significant impact on local communities. The message to the public…
Cabinet Member visit and early progress update on Dinas tip works
Council Cabinet Members have visited the work site at Graigddu Tip in Dinas, where a major project to stabilise ground conditions at the former coal tip got underway over the summer. They received an early progress update from the site team, with this work being delivered using Welsh Government funding. Council Leader, Cllr Ann Crimmings,…
New Movember Report Calls for Wales First Men’s Health Plan
New analysis finds that more than 1 in 3 men (37%) in Wales are dying prematurely. £1 in every £33 of the Welsh Government’s health budget is spent on just five conditions in men. Report finds that men’s health outcomes remain strongly shaped by deprivation,geography, work, social connection and access to care – and calls…
Don’t Leave Hospice Care to Chance: Hospices Across Wales Warn That Vital Community Support Needs Stable Funding
As Hospice Care Week begins (Oct 5 – 11), hospices across Wales are uniting behind a clear message: don’t leave hospice care to chance. Every day, hospices provide essential care, comfort and connection to people living with terminal and life‑limiting conditions, not only in hospice buildings, but in homes and communities across the country. Their…
Six months to go: Sole traders and landlords earning
more than £30,000 urged to act now Making Tax Digital for Income Tax will extend to sole traders and landlords earning more than£30,000 from 6 April 2027.Customers who sign up early have more time to choose compatible software and prepare intheir own time.There are just six months to go until sole traders and landlords with…
Energy and farming leaders call for action to unlock Wales’ green gas potential
Politicians, farming leaders and energy experts have called for greater ambition to unlock the potential of production and use of biomethane in Wales, following a well-attended event at the Plaid Cymru Conference in Llandudno. Organised by Wales & West Utilities and chaired by Abi Reader, President of the National Farmers Union Cymru, the event brought…