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Councillors reject controversial Acton HMO plans for second time

Controversial plans to convert a three-bed family home into a House of Multiple Occupancy (HMO) have been rejected by councillors for a second time. A...

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“Come and explore our markets and support the wonderful variety of businesses”

Wrexham’s iconic markets are once again taking part in the national Love Your Local Market campaign – the UK’s biggest celebration of local markets. Love...

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Plaid Cymru reshuffle local group after Senedd election success – promising ‘three excellent candidates’ for by-elections

Plaid Cymru Wrecsam has appointed new leadership for its council group following the party’s recent success in the Senedd elections. Following the election of Marc...

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Police launch crackdown on e-scooters and off-road bikes in Wrexham

North Wales Police Wrexham Town has announced a crackdown on e-scooters and off-road bikes being ridden in the city centre. It comes after a rise...

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Council to consult on plans to build new ALN school in Gwersyllt

As the number of pupils needing ALN support increases, Wrexham Council is seeking to reduce out-of-county placements by creating new ALN schools. v.1

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Public Health Wales monitoring “small number” of Welsh residents linked to MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak

A small number of Welsh residents linked to a hantavirus outbreak on a Dutch cruise ship are receiving support from Public Health Wales (PHW). The...

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Who has been appointed to the first Plaid Cymru-Led Welsh Government?

Rhun ap Iorwerth has named first Welsh Government cabinet since becoming First Minister – the first-ever Plaid Cymru-led cabinet. It comes following Plaid’s victory at...

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Wrexham police who updated only on social media warn against social media rumours

North Wales Police have urged people “not to share inaccurate information that could cause harm in our communities” following a large armed response in Wrexham...

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Police release statement over 'false information' after firearms officers called to 'incident'

There was a major police response in Wrexham near the Maelor Hospital with a road closed

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Queen’s Square flagpoles are ‘for official purposes’ say council

Wrexham Council have said flag poles on Queens Square ‘could be needed at any time’. A video of council staff removing flags from the poles...

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Wrexham MP says ‘new leadership is needed’ after Labour election losses

Wrexham’s Member of Parliament Andrew Ranger has called on the Prime Minister to set out a planned and controlled timetable for his departure. In a...

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Wrexham taxi drivers could face licence fee rises of up to 20%

Taxi and private hire drivers in Wrexham face licence fee increases of up to 20 per cent under proposals going before the council’s environmental licensing...

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Dedicated London Marathon runners raise £63,000 for Hope House Tŷ Gobaith

A dedicated team of runners have raised over £63,000 for Hope House Tŷ Gobaith after completing the 2026 TCS London Marathon. Twenty runners took on...

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Village primary school set to close after just one objection lodged

A village primary school is set to close after just one objection was made against the proposals. Froncysyllte Community Primary School, which is part of...

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First Minister announces new cabinet

First Minister Rhun ap Iowerth has unveiled his new cabinet this afternoon on social media. The Welsh Government initially announced the new cabinet on X...

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Contactless pay as you go launching on Wrexham to Bidston line

Contactless pay as you go rail travel will roll out on stations along the Wrexham to Bidston Line on Monday, 18 May. The new system...

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Illegal tobacco and cash seized in Wrexham police raid

Illegal tobacco has been seized as part of a joint operation between North Wales Police and Wrexham’s Trading Standards team. Police said the seizure took...

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Plaid Cymru councillors Senedd wins triggers three Wrexham council By-Elections

UPDATE! A few minutes after this article was published Wrexham Council have confirmed the election date will be Thursday 18th June. Nomination papers may be...

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Plans approved for new bypass road access Kronospan in Chirk

Wood producer Kronospan has secured approval for the road, which will ease traffic problems in Chirk. v.1

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Rhosddu Primary praised by Estyn following inspection

A Wrexham primary school has been praised for its “strong, caring and inclusive ethos” following a recent inspection by Estyn. Rhosddu Primary School, on Price’s...