Torfaen Council issued more penalties to parents for unauthorised school absences, with 261 fixed penalty notices requested in 2024-25.
Swansea Man Jailed After Setting Fire to Car in Rage Attack
A 34-year-old Penlan man will spend over two years behind bars after committing arson and threatening further violence.
Tourist’s First Speeding Fine on Welsh Road Set for Limit Change
A 74-year-old visitor with a previously clean driving record was caught speeding on a 20mph Welsh road that may soon revert to 30mph, sparking frustration.
Newport Man Jailed for Brutal Home Invasion and Robbery
Gareth Jasons, 45, sentenced to seven years in prison after violently assaulting two victims and forcing one to withdraw cash at knifepoint.
Tredegar Man Jailed After Suffocating Partner in Brutal Attack
Matthew Clarke, 41, has been sentenced to nearly three years imprisonment after a terrifying assault on his partner that left her fearing for her life.
Gwent Fly-Tippers Ordered to Pay £960 After Court Hearing
Two residents prosecuted by Caerphilly Council after household waste was found dumped in Ystrad Mynach and Eglwysilian Common.
Swansea Man Jailed for Cannabis Farm Operation
34-year-old Aldi Pire sentenced to 12 months in prison after police discovered hundreds of cannabis plants at Cromwell Street property.
Child Hospitalised after Fairground Ride Incident in Llandudno
A five-year-old girl is in stable condition following an incident involving a helicopter ride at the Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza.
Swansea Man Jailed in Cocaine Supply Investigation
23-year-old Corey Fethney sentenced to 54 months for Class A drug offences after mobile phone linked to known drug line was found in his possession.
Family’s Tribute to “Extraordinary” Woman Found Dead in Bridgend
The family of Tracey Davies, found dead at a Cefn Cribwr property, release heartfelt tribute to the “extraordinary” 48-year-old mother.
Teen Handed Two-Year Criminal Order for Blackwood Disorder
18-year-old Tilly Giles has received a Criminal Behaviour Order following a series of anti-social behaviour incidents in Blackwood town centre.
New Barber Shop Approved for Porth Despite Local Backlash
Plans to convert a former amusement arcade into Porth’s 14th barber shop have been approved despite significant community opposition and concerns about oversaturation of similar businesses.