Aberaman, one of the largest communities in the Cynon Valley with a population of around 5,000, has been without a dedicated community centre for three decades — and residents say local councillors have shown little urgency in addressing it. The village’s original hall, which opened in 1910 and once housed a library, games rooms, a…
Over half of all pupils eligible for free school meals were persistently absent from school in Wales last year, figures published today show. In the 2025-26 academic year, 51.3% of pupils eligible for free school meals were persistently absent from school, up from 49% in 2024-25. Last year, school attendance was worse amongst older year…
The wildfire at Llanwonno remains a major incident, but significant progress has been made and there is currently no immediate risk to life or property. Firefighters and partner agencies continue to work together to contain the fire and protect surrounding areas. A specialist firefighting helicopter, secured by NRW, remains in operation today, supporting crews in…
Residents are advised that routine works will be taking place over the weeks ahead at the disused Penrhiwceiber coal tip site, using Welsh Government funding. The works area is located generally to the south and south-west of the B4275 Pentwyn Avenue, the stretch of road between Penrhiwceiber and Tyntetown/Ynysyboeth. The scheme will include routine vegetation…
