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Rhun ap Iorwerth to be put forward to King for First Minister – but Senedd sees kick off over ‘stink’ of Llywydd vote

Update 6:28pm: Nothing is transparent for the wider Wales on what is going on – BBC are reporting (and also have images from Welsh Gov)...

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New holiday lodges planned for Llangollen

Llangollen could soon have 22 new holiday lodges – with developers claiming the plans could generate £1.14m for the local economy. Hereford Dwellings Company Limited...

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Wrexham Football Club criticised for “failing to engage” with residents on academy development plans

Local councillors and residents say the club has failed to respond to attempts to consult over concerns surrounding the academy development in Rossett. v.1

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Controversial Acton Community Resource Centre closure plans paused by council

Controversial plans to “repurpose” Acton Community Resource Centre into an adult day care facility have been paused while alternative options are explored. The facility, on...

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Former North Wales Labour MS says it was a ‘privilege’ to serve after election defeat

A Labour MS for North Wales said it had been a “privilege” to represent the region following her defeat in last week’s Senedd election. Carolyn...

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Young musicians in Wrexham invited to compete for £2,000 festival prize

Young musicians from Wrexham are being encouraged to bid for a £2,000 prize at a top festival. The Pendine Young Musician of Wales competition gives...

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New Welsh Government urged to prioritise mental health prevention

More than two-thirds of adults in Wales used harmful actions to cope with poor mental health in the past month, a new poll suggests. The...

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Teenage goalkeeper flown to hospital after sickening incident

Rhys Jones tried to carry on after a collision left him with a skull fracture, but his legs gave out and he collapsed to the ground

The Leader | Wrexham

Teen footballer suffers fractured skull as air ambulance called to match

A 17-year-old Cefn Albion goalkeeper suffered a fractured skull during a match in Kerry, Powys, prompting an air ambulance response.

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Wrexham sewing project secures share of £60,000 community funding

A Wrexham community project supporting vulnerable and socially isolated residents has secured funding through the Your Community, Your Choice 2026 scheme following a public vote...

The Leader | Wrexham

Wrexham city centre footpath set to close as part of major works

A footpath in Wrexham city centre is set for a period of closure from this week as part of a major redevelopment works.

The Leader | Wrexham

What you think one year on from bollards being introduced to Wrexham's high street

You have been giving us your views on Wrexham's bollards, a year after they were introduced.

The Leader | Wrexham

Popular National Playday event returning to Wrexham this summer

National Playday 2026 will be held in Wrexham city centre in the summer.

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Residents challenge next phase of Wrexham AFC U16s training complex plan

Residents and councillors in Rossett have opposed plans to install a new drainage system at Wrexham AFC's proposed U16s Academy at Darland High School. v.1

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Popular Marford pub reopens following major transformation

Popular community pub, the Red Lion on Marford Hill in Marford, has officially reopened after undergoing a £177,000 refurbishment. Inside, the pub has undergone a...

The Leader | Wrexham

Next stage of Wrexham AFC Academy plan faces fresh objections from residents

Plans to carry out drainage works to develop the Wrexham AFC U16s Academy at Darland High School are facing fresh opposition from nearby residents.

The Leader | Wrexham

Fresh plans to transform derelict Wrexham farm site into housing

A planning application has been lodged to redevelop a long‑abandoned former farm site

The Leader | Wrexham

Mobile speed camera locations in Wrexham and Flintshire this week

A number of mobile speed cameras will be set up across Wrexham and Flintshire this week- here's where.

The Leader | Wrexham

Community afternoon tea at Tyn Dwr Hall raises £2,900 for Nightingale House

More than 100 guests attended a Nightingale House Hospice afternoon tea fundraiser at Tyn Dwr Hall in Llangollen, raising £2,900 for specialist care services.

The Leader | Wrexham

Distressed gull trapped inside Wrexham building as rescuers fear it may die

A wildlife rescue group fears a trapped gull could die inside a derelict building on Charles Street in Wrexham after attempts to access the property failed.