There is an election on 6 May 2027. Bear that date in mind while reading what follows, because the council would rather you didn’t. On Monday 21 September, RCT Cabinet will consider £800,000 for two new splash pads — one at Ynysangharad War Memorial Park in Pontypridd, one at Gelligaled Park in the Rhondda. Alongside…
Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council is inviting residents to “enjoy a relaxed picnic in the sunshine” at its Armed Forces Day event in Ynysangharad War Memorial Park in Pontypridd this summer — a lovely invitation, and one that will not be lost on residents of Aberdare, where picnicking in the town’s own park has…
Residents living near Aberdare Park have raised concerns over traffic congestion and parking pressures ahead of this Saturday’s Aberdare Festival. The annual event, organised by Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, is expected to attract thousands of visitors to the park for a full day of free entertainment, live performances, food stalls and fairground attractions….
A man has been jailed for assaulting three children in the park, following a South Wales Police investigation. Luke Jancouski, 39, of Trecynon has been sentenced to one year and six months in prison following his conviction. The sentencing took place on Thursday March 5 at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court where Jancouski pleaded guilty to two counts…
Four public parks in Rhondda Cynon Taf have once again received the internationally renowned Green Flag Award. We’re proud and committed to providing beautifully maintained green spaces and parks in Rhondda Cynon Taf. Last month the Council announced that it was committing £2.9m to play, parks and sports investment across the County Borough. The Council…
Following a house fire on Protheroe Street, Ferndale, during the early hours of Monday morning (July 28), four people have been charged. Three men aged 18, 19 and 23, and a 19-year-old woman, all from the Weston-super-Mare area, have been charged with the following. All four will appear in court this morning (Wednesday, July 30).
Aberdare Festival returns to Aberdare Park on Saturday 24th May! Gates are open from 11am to 5pm and there’s A LOT to pack in! Entry is free so come along and enjoy!Our free live music stage has a stellar line up this year and features some of the best UK tribute acts to the world’s most popular…
Irresponsible dog owners have been warned that if they are caught allowing their dogs to roam on sports pitches, on or off a lead in Rhondda Cynon Taf, they will face a FINE! Dog fouling is a disgusting blight on Rhondda Cynon Taf and has serious health consequences for those using the areas. Rhondda Cynon…
The Abandoned Children’s Paddling Pool at Aberdare Park is another excellent post by Tony Williams on his Aberdare FB site A bit of old Aberdare, the amount of work he puts into this site is remarkable. The Rhondda Cynon Taf council owned the paddling pool at Aberdare Park it was closed in cuts to services…
Taken from FB. My son, like many other children in the Cynon Valley, has been diagnosed with Autism. This makes it very challenging for him to interact freely in crowded and loud places. Children diagnosed with ASD have very little danger awareness, sensory issues and in general struggle in busier environments. The lack of ‘quiet…
