Aberaman, South Wales — Concerns are growing among residents of Glancynon Terrace as a large tree continues to grow out of a retaining wall near the A4095, raising fears of a repeat of the costly wall collapse that took place on nearby Gwawr Street. The previous incident, which saw the complete failure of the retaining…
A vulnerable stretch of the River Cynon — running from the Cwmbach Community Wetlands to Mike’s Field in Aberaman — is at growing risk of causing serious flooding, and concerned residents are demanding answers. Local campaigners have raised repeated concerns over the river’s maintenance, particularly after Rhondda Cynon Taf Council (RCTC) allowed residential development on…
The latest labour market statistics for Wales, covering May 2025, revealed that Wales’ employment rate remains the lowest in Britain, at 72.2%. Economic inactivity remains the highest in Britain, at 24.2%. Welsh Conservatives lay blame at the UK and Welsh Labour Governments at both ends of the M4, who have made life difficult for employers…
Diabetes Week 2025: Let’s talk about annual diabetes health checks, living well and planning for pregnancy with diabetes Diabetes Week is an opportunity to raise awareness about the things that matter to people living with diabetes, shining a light on what it’s like to live with diabetes day in, day out. This year, the Diabetes UK…
An exciting new community sports hub under construction in Pontllanfraith is on track to open this summer. An exciting new community sports hub under construction in Pontllanfraith is on track to open this summer. Senior councillors visited the site this week to view progress and were impressed with how the development is taking shape. The…
A new community Pantry has officially launched at St David’s Community Centre in Rhymney, providing local residents with access to affordable food and a welcoming community space. Following a soft opening to members earlier this month, the launch event took place on Monday 9th June with invited guests, including local councillors. Light refreshments were provided…
Construction has officially commenced on the new £38 million Caerphilly Leisure and Wellbeing Hub, with Alliance Leisure and Morgan Sindall assuming responsibility for the site on Friday 6th June 2025. Situated close to Caerphilly Business Park and public transport links, this state-of-the-art facility is set to transform a disused area into a modern, inclusive space…
Residents will be able to find out more about initial plans for a new walking and cycling route in Treherbert, by taking part in a public consultation next week (June 17 to July 1). This scheme represents one phase of a larger active travel route, which is being developed for Treherbert and Treorchy. The Council…
