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Theatr Clwyd reopens after £50m redevelopment
Theatr Clwyd has reopened following a £50 million redevelopment, with local politicians and community groups celebrating the transformation of Wales’ largest producing theatre. The project, funded partly by £26.5 million from the Welsh Government, has completely renovated the two theatres and ci...
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Investigation underway after trees vandalised in Plas Madoc
An investigation is under way after several trees were deliberately damaged in a popular green space in Plas Madoc. The vandalism, which was discovered last weekend, involved a number of trees being deliberately damaged, with some felled and others left with irreversible harm. Initial assessments co...
Witness appeal launched after serious collision after Llangollen Olly Murs concert
An investigation has been launched after a man sustained serious injuries after a collision on the Horseshoe Pass. The incident took place at approximately 11pm on Friday, 4 July 2025. A 21-year-old man is in a serious condition and being treated in a major trauma centre following the incident last ...
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Borrowing against Wrexham’s social housing falls by £9 million
Wrexham County Borough Council has created borrowing headroom through efficiencies - but barely makes a dent in the WHQS target. v.1
Wrexham secondary school comes out on top at climate awards
A Wrexham secondary is celebrating after scooping a top award in Keep Wales Tidy’s innovation challenge, an initiative inspired by The Earthshot Prize As part of Climate Challenge Cymru, primary and secondary schools across Wales were invited to submit short videos capturing creative ideas to tack...
Wales’ Future Generations Commissioner to speak on international peace at Llangollen Eisteddfod
“At a time of unprecedented global tensions, Wales has a unique opportunity to champion the cause of international peace.” That is the powerful message Derek Walker, the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales, will have for an audience on the second day of this year’s Llangollen Internation...
Wales’ First Minister failed to declare union membership interest
Wales’ first minister Eluned Morgan failed to declare an interest as a member of a trade union from which she received £3,500, the Senedd’s standards commissioner found. Baroness Morgan was found to have breached a rule by failing to declare her membership of Unite the Union during a 2024 state...
Four people arrested following ‘serious injury road traffic collision’ on Horseshoe Pass
Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious injury road traffic collision on the A542, Horseshoe Pass by Llangollen. The incident occurred at approximately 11pm on Friday. The road was subsequently closed for most of Saturday. Police said in a statement this evening, “A 21-year-old man ...
It’s not what you think”, says young mum challenging misconceptions about hospice care
A young mum from Llay is challenging the misconceptions of hospice care while living with stage four cancer. When Jen Banister first walked through the doors of Nightingale House Hospice in Wrexham, she wasn’t sure if she belonged there. In her 30s, and living with stage four thyroid cancer, Jen w...
Wrexham Foodbank issues urgent appeal as donations drop
The Wrexham Foodbank has issued a plea for donations as its stock struggles to keep up with growing demand. Since the start of the year, the organisation, based on the Rhosddu Industrial Estate, has distributed around 800 parcels each month to people in Wrexham who are struggling to afford basic ess...
Exciting step forward for youth work in Wales as new national body launched
An academic leader at Wrexham University has hailed a new national body for youth work in Wales as an “exciting step forward” for the profession and young people it serves. Dr. Simon Stewart, Dean of the Faculty of Social and Life Sciences at Wrexham University, has welcomed the recent announcem...
Minera VA School removed from special measures after Estyn praise
Staff and pupils are celebrating after their hard-work and dedication saw their school removed from special measures. Minera VA School received a glowing report from Estyn, His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Education and Training in Wales, which praised the quality of teaching and the opportunities...
Young Wrexham lawyer joins one of the region’s oldest law firms
A young lawyer who loves baking is promising his colleagues they can look forward to sampling his chocolate brownies after joining one of the region’s oldest legal firms. Elliot Lacy, from Wrexham, recently qualified and is the latest addition to the Family Law department at Swayne Johnson where h...
Mark Lewis Jones to present iconic Hans Zimmer concert at Llangollen Eisteddfod
Acclaimed film and TV actor Mark Lewis Jones will present a spectacular evening of music dedicated to the legendary film composer Hans Zimmer. The event, on Tuesday, 8 July, will kick start the launch of the Llangollen International Eisteddfod 2025. From sweeping scores in Gladiator and Interstellar...
MS calls for focus on veterans at risk of cancer
A Senedd member called for a greater focus on veterans diagnosed with cancer amid concerns about a causal link to exposure to toxic fumes during their military service. Julie Morgan paid tribute to her Cardiff north constituent Zach Stubbings, who died in January aged 46, after dedicating his life t...
Passionate about elephants? Chester Zoo has a keeper role open!
Chester Zoo is looking for a passionate elephant keeper to join its team caring for a family of Asian elephants. If you’ve ever dreamed of working closely with these gentle giants, this is your chance. The permanent role involves hands-on care of a breeding group of Asian elephants, helping with t...
Admission numbers to be cut at three Wrexham schools after public consultation
Pupil numbers at three Wrexham primary schools will be reduced from the start of the 2026 school term. Members of the executive board are expected to back plans to lower the Published Admission Numbers (PAN) at Wat’s Dyke CP, Acton Park CP and Barker’s Lane CP at a meeting on Tuesday, 8 July. Th...
The Script wow the crowds at packed out Llangollen concert!
Irish chart-toppers The Script lit up TK Maxx Presents Live at Llangollen Pavilion tonight as they brought their Satellites UK Tour to a packed-out crowd in North Wales. The multi-platinum band delivered a hit-filled, high-energy set that had fans singing along from the very first note. Opening with...
Uncertainty remains over future of Wrexham’s libraries and resource centres
The future of Wrexham’s libraries and community resource centres remains uncertain, with the council yet to publish the results of a public consultation on potential cuts. The services are facing reductions of at least £185,000 as Wrexham Council looks to balance its budget over the next two year...
Ken Skates says “long overdue, transformative” Wrexham to Liverpool line upgrades confirmed
Work to transform the Wrexham to Liverpool line has been given the green light, with upgrades on the line at Padeswood confirmed as the first major step to realise more rail services between the two cities. Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales Ken Skates and Secretary of State for Wales J...