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.
Swansea Man Jailed for £2.7k Boots Shoplifting Spree
Ryan Robinson has been sentenced to two years in prison after stealing nearly £3,000 worth of perfumes and cosmetics from Boots in Bridgend.
Neath Man Jailed After Brandishing Machete at Boys
James Driver, 20, sentenced to sixteen months in prison for threatening boys with a machete in Aberavon incident.
Cardiff House Fire Sends Multiple Residents to Hospital
Emergency services battled a serious house fire in Caerau, Cardiff, with several residents hospitalised after being caught in the blaze that began in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Teens Arrested After Chapel Fire in Port Talbot Town Centre
Two local teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of arson following a fire at Bethany Chapel in Port Talbot last Thursday.
Man Charged with Murder After Woman Found Dead in Bridgend
Police have charged a 56-year-old man with murder following the discovery of a woman’s body at a property in Cefn Cribwr, Bridgend. Michael Davies will appear in court tomorrow.
Girl Hospitalised After Dog Attack in Trebanog
A young girl has been treated in hospital after being bitten by a suspected XL Bully dog outside a shop in Trebanog. South Wales Police are investigating the incident.
Family’s Heartfelt Tribute to Newport Motorcyclist Travis Powell
29-year-old Newport motorcyclist Travis Powell has died following a collision on Firbank Avenue. His family remembers him as a cherished son, loving brother, devoted partner, and doting father.
Tributes Flow for Young Rider After Fatal Fall in Carmarthen
A 25-year-old woman has died after falling from her horse at Little Mill Equestrian Centre. The riding community mourns the loss of Katie Hacche, described as a “lovely person” by centre operators.
Gwent Taxi Boss Convicted in £253k School Transport Fraud
Former Beeline Taxis director Peter Banwell receives suspended sentence after falsifying safety certificates for vehicles transporting schoolchildren.
Woman Dies at Carmarthenshire Equestrian Centre
A 25-year-old woman has died following an incident at Little Mill Equestrian Centre near Carmarthen on 12 April, with police confirming the death is not being treated as suspicious.
Vandals Strike Popular Owl Sanctuary in Ebbw Vale
Minors have destroyed toilet facilities at The Owl Sanctuary in Festival Park, Ebbw Vale, forcing elderly co-owner to stay away and prompting community fundraising efforts.