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Wrexham author who was sacked because she was in a wheelchair shares her story
A Wrexham woman who overcame severe depression by writing her life story revealed she was once sacked because she was in a wheelchair. Samantha Maxwell,...
Free dementia support sessions announced at Wrexham’s Nationwide branch
Free face-to-face clinics offering specialist support for people living with or affected by dementia are set to take place in Wrexham. Nationwide Building Society and...
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More electric vehicle chargers planned across Wrexham
Wrexham Council pay to promote EV charging discounts – however have not approached Wrexham.com, but we are running this public information for free. More electric...
Drought status declared across Wales as hot weather and lack of rain takes its toll
Drought status has been declared across Wales following a sustained period of high temperatures and a lack of rainfall. Natural Resources Wales (NRW) said today...
Sex offender strangled former partner before assaulting second woman
Matthew Mills was described by police as a 'violent and intimidating' criminal
Wrexham man jailed for serious violence offences against women
A Wrexham man has been jailed for serious violence against women. Matthew Mills of Argoed, Brymbo, intentionally strangled his former partner in December 2022, before...
New anonymous hotline set up to report cable theft on Welsh railways
Transport for Wales has launched an anonymous line for reporting cable and metal theft, the crime that stopped trains at Shotton in June last year....
Wrexham TG Jones to close as Post Office seeks new home
Wrexham’s TG Jones store is set to close in September, leaving the future of the city centre Post Office uncertain while a new location is...
Temporary bus route changes due to B5605 resurfacing
Bus passengers are being advised of temporary changes to several services while resurfacing work takes place on the B5605 until 11 August. The changes affect...
Health board launches consultation on Penley Hospital plans
A 12-week consultation has been launched by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board on plans to transform Penley Hospital into an NHS Health and Wellbeing Hub....
Wrexham’s bulky waste disposal fees second highest in Wales
Minimum cost for a single bulky item to be disposed of is more than £50 more than cheapest in Wales. v.1
'I've been turned away from shops and even sacked because of my disability'
Samantha Maxwell, who has cerebral palsy, says writing transformed her mental health after she reached one of the darkest periods of her life
Dee Estuary cockle fishery rules to be rewritten
The rules controlling who can gather cockles on the Dee Estuary are to be rewritten, with 54 licensed gatherers working under an order that expires...
Bakery’s generous donation to bring year-round support for hospice
A Wrexham-based bakery and hospice have teamed up to help raise vital funds with the launch of a tasty year-round partnership. Freshly baked tea cakes...
First signing for Wrexham AFC – Danny Imray from Crystal Palace
Wrexham AFC say they are “delighted” to announce the signing of wing-back Danny Imray from Crystal Palace for an undisclosed fee. Imray, who becomes the...
Residents react as Betsi Cadwaladr Health Board bosses earn more than prime minister
People across North Wales have been reacting to a report that reveals the head of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board - which has been in special measures twice since 2015 - earns more than the UK Prime Minister. v.1
Body found in search for missing Corwen man
Officers and Mountain Rescue Team Colleagues searching for missing man Bob from Corwen have sadly found a body. Emergency services and partner organisations have been...
Magellan Aerospace Wrexham Supports North Wales Wildlife Recovery Following Recent Wildfires
Staff at Magellan Aerospace Wrexham have donated £300 to North Wales Wildlife Trust to support the charity’s recovery work after several devastating wildfires across North...
£400,000 repairs needed at Wrexham Maelor Hospital for crumbling roof material
Repairs to the roof of Wrexham Maelor Hospital's Pathology Lab are expected to begin this autumn 18 months after RAAC was discovered. v.1