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New programme offering early support for people affected by ketamine
A new programme is being developed in Wales to help people get earlier support for ketamine-related health problems. Use of the Class B drug, which has risen in recent years, can cause severe and irreversible damage to the bladder and kidneys. Early identification tools are now being used to identif...
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Improvements to Riverside Park in Llangollen to boost accessibility and wellbeing
Work to improve accessibility and boost health and wellbeing at Llangollen’s Riverside Park is set to begin next week. The project, funded by the Shared Prosperity Transitional Year Funding, will begin on Monday, 2 February. It has been coordinated by Denbighshire County Council’s Streetscene de...
Suicide chemical seller and grandson who tried to kill Nan among criminals jailed in January
Knifeman and strangler also locked up for harrowing crimes across region
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Leafy Welsh city suburb where barking dogs have driven residents mad for three years
Residents have been complaining for years over multiple dogs at property and this week the courts got involved
Wrexham fundraiser completes 60-mile birthday walk in memory of her son
A Wrexham fundraiser and campaigner has completed an extraordinary 60-mile walk in just two days to mark her 60th birthday, raising vital funds for suicide prevention and support services. Susan is well-known in the area, having been the project lead in bringing the Baton of Hope to Wrexham in 2025,...
Llangollen resident joins Princess of Wales on mental wellbeing walk
A Llangollen resident has joined the Princess of Wales for a nature-based wellbeing walk through the Peak District. Led by mental health charity Mind Over Mountains, The Princess of Wales was undaunted by the wind and rain as she walked and chatted with volunteers and past participants from the orga...
Clap for Rupert: Wrexham AFC fans unite for baby fighting for life
Wrexham football fans are being urged to clap for a seriously ill baby during the club’s home match against Millwall. Supporters have been asked to applaud for 60 seconds in the seventh minute in tribute to seven-month-old Rupert Smith, who is fighting for his life at Alder Hey Children’s Hospit...
Gala concert to showcase Welsh talent from Wrecsam National Eisteddfod
A gala evening showcasing some of the finest Welsh talent from the 2025 Wrecsam National Eisteddfod will take place next month. Organised by the Rhos Male Voice Choir, the event will take place at the Stiwt Theatre on Saturday, 28 February. It will feature performances from two blue ribbon soloists,...
Education leaders from across Europe descend on Wrexham for student expo
Education leaders from across the UK and Europe were welcomed to Wrexham as Coleg Cambria hosted a landmark international conference powered and delivered by its students. From catering and media production to delegate engagement, learners were central to the success of the College Alliance Internat...
WCS Agency appointed to lead PR and marketing for Wrecsam 2029 bid
WCS Agency has been appointed as the PR and marketing partner for Wrexham’s bid to become the UK City of Culture in 2029. The Cardiff-based agency will support the campaign over an initial six-month period, helping to promote the county borough on a national and international stage as it competes ...
Wrexham fans plan minute applause for 'one in a million’ baby in fight for life
Supporters have been asked to applaud for 60 seconds in tribute to seven-month old Rupert Smith who is battling for life at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital
Rare GWR pannier tank No. 1369 to visit Llangollen for Branch Line Gala
A rare Great Western Railway pannier tank No. 1369 will arrive in Llangollen this spring as part of Llangollen and Corwen Railway’s Branch Line Gala. It is the second visiting locomotive confirmed for the event, which will take place in Llangollen from Friday, 10 April to Sunday, 12 April. Designe...
Job losses expected at Wrexham hotel after manager loses driving licence
Steven Hesketh appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court on Friday
Parents admit they caused death of vulnerable daughter
Bernita and Alan Davies from Wrexham admitted to causing or allowing the death of Steffie Davies
Assisted dying bill at risk due to House of Lords delays, says Wrexham MP
Wrexham’s MP has warned that the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill risks failing due to delays in the House of Lords, raising fresh questions about the role of the unelected chamber in the UK’s parliamentary system. The Bill, which would allow terminally ill adults to seek medical assista...
Why McDonald's temporarily closed its Wrexham retail park branch this week
McDonald’s has explained why it temporarily closed one of its restaurants in Wrexham earlier this week.
New health hubs designed by women for women launch across Wales
The first women’s health hubs have launched in Wales this week, bringing menopause, contraception and menstrual health services closer to home. By March, there will be a hub in every health board, tailored to meet local needs. Some will operate over multiple sites and others will be accessed onlin...
Pandy man and woman admit allowing or causing death of vulnerable adult
The defendants appeared at Mold Crown Court on Friday
Sunshine and showers expected across Wrexham and Flintshire this weekend
Wrexham and Flintshire residents can expect an unsettled weekend with a mix of sun and showers according to the Met Office.
Sex offenders, burglar and drug trafficker sentenced in court this week
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