A man who beat up his mother and left her covered in blood told police he had been waiting to “smash” her and that he should have killed her, a court has heard. Last Paradzayi’s mum said her relationship with her son has been characterised by violence and abuse and though she loves him she … Read more
Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has been given a huge boost following her sudden exit from the dancing competition this year, as well as the MasterChef Christmas special cancellation. The Caerphilly-born professional dancer found out on Sunday evening, December 8, that her poignant documentary Strictly Amy: Cancer and Me won the #ITalkTelly awards in … Read more
A NEW contract to operate Torfaen’s household recycling centre and waste transfer station has been approved. Only one firm bid for the contract to run the facility, at Panteg Way in New Inn, Pontypool, on behalf of the borough council. The existing contract runs until March and without a new agreement it would have had … Read more
A 67-YEAR-OLD man was hospitalised after crashing into the back of a bus in Riverside, Pontypool. On Friday December 6, an elderly man crashed into the back of a bus in central Pontypool. The incident happened just before 10am and the man was taken to hospital. A picture shows the aftermath of the crash. The front of … Read more
A CLUB owner’s plan to sell alcohol slightly later at night will give him “more of a chance to compete” with other venues in Newport city centre. Jack Bannister, the licensee at Legacy club, in High Street, said he would take “mitigating steps” to prevent any potential noise at the venue brought about by later drinking. … Read more
-Credit: (Image: Getty Images) “The game’s done,” said Ospreys coach Toby Booth afterwards, speaking about his side’s final try in their Challenge Cup win over the Lions. “To see that moment, Lukey Dai (Luke Davies) puts the pressure on him, Jac (Morgan) creates the issue and obviously Dan Edwards is the beneficiary.” The man in … Read more
The Tri-Pod in Ceredigion isn’t your average countryside escape — it’s a showstopper. With its sharp triangular design and expansive floor-to-ceiling glass frontage, this sleek glamping pod offers a modern twist on rural relaxation. But this isn’t some over-styled novelty. Set on a working farm near Llanarth, it’s an adults-only hideaway that’s as practical as … Read more
A councillor has revealed the stark reality facing the third sector which means that staff supporting homeless people have been forced to use foodbanks due to financial pressures. It is feared that the situation could become even worse if their employers are not supported to deal with their increased National Insurance contributions. Support for the … Read more
On Sunday, December 15, Brits will be able to look into the sky and see the final full moon of 2024, the Cold Moon. Parkdean Resorts has released a list of tips for budding astronomers hoping to catch a glimpse of the highly anticipated Cold Moon. Full moons happen when orbits align to position the … Read more
-Credit: (Image: Photo by Leon Bennett/The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images) Ryan Reynolds has opened up about his love for Wrexham after describing owning the club as “the joy of my life”. The Hollywood A-lister bought the north Wales outfit alongside fellow actor Rob McElhenney in February 2021. The pair’s multi-million pound investment has helped … Read more