Welsh primary schools record fall in persistent absences as government investment begins to show results.
Rhyl’s ‘skinny’ Christmas tree sparks debate among residents
A 30ft Norwegian Spruce in Rhyl has divided opinion, with some residents comparing it to being “on the Mounjaro jab” whilst others praise its beauty.
Port Talbot police seize drugs in double warrant operation
Officers recover 40kg of cannabis, suspected ketamine and cocaine in Abergwynfi and Baglan raids, leading to two arrests.
Speed camera vandalised again on Swansea’s Llangyfelach Road
A replacement speed camera on Llangyfelach Road has been sprayed with red paint just days after being reinstalled, the second attack on the controversial enforcement site in 18 months.
Teen charged with murder of Lainie Williams in Cefn Fforest
Cameron Cheng, 18, from Newbridge, has been charged with murder, attempted murder and possessing a bladed article following an incident in Wheatley Place, Cefn Fforest, on Thursday morning.
Man stabbed in Llandaff Fields park in early morning attack
A 55-year-old man is in hospital with non-life-threatening stab wounds after an assault in Llandaff Fields, Cardiff, at 5.30am on Monday. Police have cordoned off a large section of the park.
Boy, 11, saves sister from rogue firework in Pontypool
Olly suffered burns to his head, neck and hands after pushing his two-year-old sister Daisy to safety when a firework toppled over at a Bonfire Night display.
Lido pool and funfair rides planned for Porthcawl
Council reveals final regeneration masterplan with outdoor swimming pool, new fairground attractions, reduced building heights and restrictions on holiday lets.
Dafen Primary School closed after knife threat
Dafen Primary School in Llanelli was closed after police received an online threat, with 13 units deployed before the risk was deemed to have passed.
Llanelli School Closed After Threatening Online Messages
Dafen CP School closed Monday after police received threatening messages online at 2:30am, with safeguarding measures in place.
Baby dies in dog attack in Monmouthshire
A nine-month-old baby has been killed in a dog attack at a property in Rogiet, with police launching an investigation.
Man Dies in M48 Crash Near Chepstow
A man has died following a single-vehicle collision on the M48 near Chepstow in the early hours of Saturday morning. Police are appealing for witnesses.