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Starving dog chained in yard of empty Merthyr Tydfil home

Jordan Jones 9 April 2026Merthyr Tydfil, RSPCA, South Wales, Wales News Leave a Comment

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a lurcher cross was found emaciated and chained to a filthy shed at an empty property in Ash Crescent, Merthyr Tydfil. The dog, now named Reggie, has since made a full recovery and found a new home.

£11.2m to help Welsh councils rebuild after 2025 storms

Jordan Jones 16 March 2026Carmarthenshire, Merthyr Tydfil, Monmouthshire, Politics, South Wales, Wales News, Welsh Government Leave a Comment

The Welsh Government has announced further funding for Carmarthenshire, Monmouthshire and Merthyr Tydfil councils to support storm recovery efforts.

Sur-Ron bike seized on Gurnos estate by Merthyr police

Jordan Jones 11 March 2026Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, Wales News Leave a Comment

South Wales Police’s neighbourhood policing team seized a Sur-Ron bike on Oak Road in Gurnos, with the rider reported for traffic offences.

Wingstop to open first Welsh town restaurant in Merthyr

Jordan Jones 20 January 2026Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, Wales News Leave a Comment

US chicken wing chain Wingstop is preparing to launch its third Welsh location on Victoria Street, creating local jobs and supporting town centre regeneration.

Tiny Puppy Weighing 900g Found Abandoned in Merthyr Tydfil

Jordan Jones 16 June 2025Merthyr Tydfil, RSPCA, South Wales, Wales News Leave a Comment

RSPCA appeals for information about severely underweight Patterdale Terrier found struggling to walk in Dowlais.

Police Seize Off-Road Bike in Dowlais Safety Crackdown

Jordan Jones 3 June 2025Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, Wales News Leave a Comment

Merthyr police confiscate illegal off-road bike as part of community safety initiative, urging residents to report incidents.

Horses Rescued from Squalid Conditions in Welsh Barn

Jordan Jones 15 January 2025Merthyr Tydfil, RSPCA, South Wales, Wales News Leave a Comment

RSPCA saves six neglected horses from horrific conditions in Merthyr Tydfil, as owner receives five-year ban on keeping equines. The rescued animals are now seeking loving homes after recovery.

Fourth Dog Dies in Welsh Village After String of Abandonments

Jordan Jones 1 January 2025Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, Wales News Leave a Comment

A nine-month-old terrier cross becomes the latest victim in a series of suspicious dog abandonments in Pentrebach, Merthyr Tydfil, prompting an urgent RSPCA investigation.

Three Dogs Found Dead in Welsh Car Park Sparks RSPCA Appeal

Jordan Jones 31 December 2024Merthyr Tydfil, RSPCA, South Wales, Wales News Leave a Comment

RSPCA launches investigation after three female dogs were discovered in rubbish bags at Pentrebach car park, Merthyr Tydfil. Officers seek public assistance to determine cause of death.

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