Celfyn Furlong secures historic victory in Ynys Gybi ward with 260-vote majority over Plaid Cymru.
New tram-trains to revolutionise South Wales transport
Dual-capability tram-trains entering final testing before spring launch on Core Valleys Lines as part of £800m Welsh Government investment.
200,000 potholes fixed across Wales since April
Welsh Government investment has enabled councils to repair over 200,000 potholes across more than 400 miles of road since last April.
Cardiff bans noisy fireworks at council displays
Cardiff council votes to allow only silent or low-noise fireworks at future displays to protect children, animals and neuro-divergent residents.
Free drinks for designated drivers during Six Nations
South Wales Police relaunches DES scheme offering free soft drinks to designated drivers at 30+ venues across the force area during rugby tournament.
£800k boost for Welsh families in child protection
Welsh Government announces major funding for parental advocacy services and Parent Café expansion across Wales.
Landlord faces huge bill after Swansea cannabis factory find
Swansea landlord left with tens of thousands in costs after failing to properly vet tenants or visit rented property for six months.
Wales pushes recycling rate to 68.4% in zero-waste drive
New workplace recycling measures help Wales climb closer to top of global recycling rankings with 68.4% rate.
Pop Mart to open first Welsh store at St David’s Cardiff
Global collectible toy retailer Pop Mart is bringing its cult Labubu dolls to Cardiff with its first Welsh store at St David’s Shopping Centre.
Cardiff loses two bars as Revolution chain collapses
Revolution and Revolucion de Cuba in Cardiff close immediately as parent company enters administration with 591 jobs lost nationwide.
Wingstop to open first Welsh town restaurant in Merthyr
US chicken wing chain Wingstop is preparing to launch its third Welsh location on Victoria Street, creating local jobs and supporting town centre regeneration.
Welsh offshore wind projects secure contracts and jobs
Two Welsh offshore wind projects have won UK Government contracts, bringing thousands of jobs to north Wales and Pembrokeshire.