Whilst the Safer Neighbourhood Team were patrolling Aberdare over the weekend officers’ attention was drawn to an off-road pit bike, being ridden onto a pavement, trying to evade police. Officers pursued the rider on foot and stopped him. The off-road bike was seized, and following enquiries, Adam Evans, 29 from Aberdare was charged with drink…
The Welsh Government has this week (9 February) launched a consultation on new duties for local authorities to prepare and publish an ‘annual sufficiency plan’ setting out how they will meet their duty to secure appropriate accommodation for looked after children, in line with the removing profit provisions. The move is the latest stage towards implementation of…
Following a written statement from the Welsh Government, the Welsh Conservatives have criticised spending on the Nation of Sanctuary scheme, warning that taxpayers’ money is being diverted away from frontline public services despite immigration remaining a non-devolved responsibility. Commenting, Leader of the Welsh Conservatives Darren Millar MS, said: “The Nation of Sanctuary scheme diverts millions…
We need your help in to shape the bid for Pontypridd to be the first UK Town of Culture! The UK Town of Culture is a new, UK-wide initiative led by the Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS), building on the success of the UK City of Culture programme. For the first time, towns…
The Supreme Recreation of a Tina concert ‘TOTALLY TINA’ rocks into its 17th year coming to ABERDARE – Coliseum Theatre on Friday 20th February 2026! Come shake a tail feather with the UK’s original, award-winning Tina Turner tribute …. aka Justine Riddoch and her talented cast. When Tina burst onto the scene, she won the hearts of…
Wales Air Ambulance’s is calling on its dedicated supporters to help them make their 25thanniversary the biggest celebration in Wales.The Charity, which was formed on St David’s Day 2001, will mark its special milestone bycelebrating the event with the return of its much-loved ‘Coffee and Cake’.The event encourages supporters to ‘get together’ and host their…
Families are being invited to enjoy the first public climbing wall sessions at the Centre for Skills and Learning in Pontllanfraith this February half term. Taking place on Wednesday 18th February, the sessions offer a fun, active experience for children and families, providing something the whole family can enjoy together during the school holidays. Places must…
