A South Wales knitting group is on a mission with a difference – making 281 wool & felt kidneys, one for every person in Wales currently waiting for a kidney transplant. The project has been organised by Carolyn Thomas from Efail Isaf (near Llantwit Fardre, Rhondda Cynon Taf), and is inspired by her son Dan,…
Arthritis UK Cymru is calling on each political party in Wales to have a credible plan to help improve the lives of people with musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions like arthritis, as campaigning for the Senedd Elections gets underway. The charity is calling for improved services and care for nearly 1 million people living in Wales with a musculoskeletal condition, many of whom live with debilitating daily pain. Conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can affect every aspect of day-to-day life, limiting people’s ability to work…
A talented 9-year-old from Aberdare has been selected to represent Great Britain atthe upcoming European Martial Arts Championships in Germany this August.Sonny Williams, a pupil at Llwydcoed Primary School, has earned his place on theTeam GB Martial Arts Team, the highest level he can get to in Karate, following 5years of dedication, discipline and competitive…
Royal Voluntary Service is urgently seeking around 60 Hospital Trolley Volunteers to support patients, staff, and visitors at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital and the Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend. The Hospital trolley service is led by volunteers to support those who are unable, or don’t have time, to visit hospital shops themselves. Volunteers bring refreshments, reading materials, toiletries and healthy treats directly to wards, helping to make hospital stays a little easier. More than just a shopping service, the…
National Grid Electricity Distribution is reminding customers of what to do in the event of a power cut, as weather forecasts predict snow, rain and strong winds across South Wales. The electricity network is built to be resilient, but extreme weather can impact power supplies. High winds may damage equipment, and in colder weather, ice…
Dear Editor, As we approach the festive season, we want to help ensure everyone stays safe and warm in their homes this Christmas. And with people spending more time indoors over the next few weeks, it’s important to be aware of carbon monoxide (CO) risks and the everyday behaviours that can increase the chance of…
Safeguarding Week 2025 is a national annual campaign taking place from Monday, November 10 to Friday, November 14. This year, the Cwm Taf Morgannwg Safeguarding Board is focusing on the theme Online Harm: Keeping Yourself and Others Safe. Throughout the week, we will be raising awareness across Rhondda Cynon Taf about the risks of online harm…
Communities across the Cynon Valley will gather on 11 November to honour the brave men and women who served their country. Each year, more than thirty Remembrance events take place across Rhondda Cynon Taf as residents unite in solemn tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. At the eleventh hour of the eleventh day…
We’re thrilled to partner with the JB17 Performance Training ‘Football Coaching in the Community’ initiative! Together, we’re empowering young people through sports. Youth Engagement Officer PC Nick Rayner is supporting Jon Brown and his team by promoting teamwork, discipline, and respect. Recently, he talked to the kids about the impact of anti-social behaviour and our…
South Wales Police are appealing for witnesses following a collision involving a 13-year-old boy on Hill Street, Pen-Y-Graig, Tonypandy, at approximately 3:30pm last Thursday, October 23. The teenager was riding a scooter when he and a 14-year-old friend exited a back lane onto Hill Street. As they did, the driver of a vehicle approached, and…
