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Wrexham inpatient detoxification service moves to Manchester after contract ends
Wrexham’s inpatient drug and alcohol detoxification service has been moved to Greater Manchester after the health board said it was unable to recommission the specialist...
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Praise for Duke of Edinburgh group after Moel Famau medical emergency
North East Wales Search and Rescue was called to Moel Famau on Friday afternoon to help a teenager who had suffered a medical episode. The...
Wrexham University engineering centre wins to construction award
An innovative engineering centre at Wrexham University has won one of Wales’ top construction awards. The CanfodAu – Enterprise, Engineering and Optics Centre (EEOC) has...
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Children evacuated after loud 'thumping noises' heard beneath Wrexham village
A strong smell of an 'unknown substance' was also detected seeping up from under a pavement
What does home mean? Wrexham pupils answer through inspiring mural
Pupils at Hafod Y Wern Community Primary School have raised £80 for Shelter Cymru after creating a large mural exploring what “home” means to them....
MS demands action in schools amid claims 38% of teachers experienced classroom violence
A Fflint Wrecsam MS has raised concerns about violence against teachers in Welsh classrooms, telling the Senedd that staff are leaving the profession because they...
206-year-old pub seeks permission for solar panels installation
The 206-year-old Boat Inn is seeking to move to renewable energy to reduce its costs and environmental impact. v.1
Coleg Cambria learners hear water safety message from mother who lost son
A powerful and emotional water safety presentation left a lasting impression on learners after campaigner Debbie Anne Turnbull MBE shared the story behind her mission...
Double success for Wrexham at North Wales Community Awards
Two Wrexham organisations have been recognised at the North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner’s annual Community Awards. Wrexham AFC Street Dragons and Wrexham-based Eternal Media...
More than 1,700 Wrexham council homes receive energy-efficient windows
More than 1,700 council homes across Wrexham have received new triple-glazed windows and composite doors as part of a Wrexham Council programme to improve energy...
Family drove 160 miles to North Wales hotel and wondered if they’d got right place
They shared photos of the hotel and their room to warn others what to expect
Transport for Wales confirms Tap and Go machines do not offer railcard or child fares
Transport for Wales has confirmed its Tap and Go ticket machines on the Wrexham to Liverpool line charge full adult fares only, with no discount...
School celebrates 175 years with time capsule burial and Victorian party
A Wrexham primary school has celebrated its 175th anniversary with a week of special events honouring its history and looking ahead to the future. Staff...
Family-run healthcare firm marks 20 years with growth milestone
A family-run healthcare business equipment businesses that has doubled its turnover, expanded its workforce and moved into a new headquarters in Wrexham is celebrating its...
Mileage expenses for Wrexham Council staff to increase by 10p per mile
Council Leader says staff need to be treated fairly despite the increase in cost to the authority. v.1
Wrexham care home transformed into wildlife hotspot
A Wrexham care organisation has become an unlikely wildlife hotspot where residents can watch almost 30 different bird species. The discovery was made after birdwatcher...
New free evening dementia respite service launches in Wrexham
A new free respite evening service offering a welcoming and supportive space for people living with dementia and their families has launched in Wrexham. The...
Wrexham University lecturer recognised for supporting students in Welsh language
A Wrexham University senior nursing lecturer has been recognised for her contribution to supporting students in the Welsh language. Awel Wynne-Williams , who specialises in...
Wales’ education minister vows to tackle ‘root causes’ of school antisocial behaviour
Wales’ education minister has vowed to tackle the “root causes” of antisocial behaviour in schools. Plaid Cymru’s Anna Brychan was pressed on the Welsh Government’s...
'Miracle no-one hurt' after car crashes into ice-cream hut
Images showed how the vehicle smashed through a fence and into the MooThru ice cream hut, leaving a trail of destruction