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Trade through Holyhead port down almost half a billion pounds, Senedd committee finds
A Senedd committee has hit out at the Welsh Government’s response to the Holyhead Port closure last year after it was revealed that the value of trade dropped by almost half a billion pounds. The port was closed for more than a month between December and January after being damaged by Storm Darrag...
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Updated: Two air ambulance called to Stansty Bridge closed due to “ongoing incident”
Stansty Bridge is currently closed due to an “ongoing incident”. North Wales Police say that the road underneath the railway bridge has been closed and that emergency services are in attendance. Two air ambulance are also at the scene. The road is closed in both directions. A police spokesperson...
North Wales Police urge bikers to check bikes before riding this spring
As spring arrives and weather conditions improve, North Wales Police are reminding motorcyclists to check their bikes are roadworthy before heading out after winter storage. While many bikers ride all year round, others may be preparing for their first ride of the season. Officers are urging riders ...
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Third merger for growing Wrexham-based accountancy firm
An ambitious firm of Chartered Accountants are expanding again after merging with another practice. With offices in Wrexham, Saltney, and Chester, Coxeys is adding 250 clients after acquiring Barnes Cooper Ltd, a well-regarded firm serving Chester, North Wales, and Cheshire. All four members of the ...
Nine great Easter holiday ideas for places to go and activities in North Wales
Visit snow leopards or browse beautiful gardens and have an egg-cellent time!
Wrexham hospice launches ambitious ‘Longest Day, Lasting Care’ fundraising campaign
A Wrexham-based hospice has launched a new Longest Day, Lasting Care’ campaign to help raise vital funds for its services. Nightingale House, on Chester Road, has kick started the ambitious fundraising drive to mark its 30th anniversary celebrations. Running throughout the spring and ending on the...
We went to Welsh Riviera beach and asked if 'tourism tax' will deter visitors
'It makes me so cross' - shopkeeper's view of proposed visitor levy
'Gunman' and thug who glassed pub doorman among offenders jailed in March
Another offender beat up a 75-year-old resident as he got ready to watch football on TV, leaving blood on his carpet
Welsh Government commits £2.5m to support new parents with ‘Baby Bundles’
The Welsh Government has committed £2.5 million to provide baby bundles to new and expectant parents across Wales. The programme will provide the package on a targeted basis, to every expectant family living within a core Flying Start area. Health practitioners will also be able to offer a Baby Bun...
Senedd criticises UK Government’s ‘unacceptable’ delays on infected blood compensation
Senedd members urged the UK Government to speed up compensation payments to people infected and affected by the contaminated blood scandal. Labour’s Julie Morgan, who has campaigned on the issue for three decades, pointed out that nearly a year has passed since Sir Brian Langstaff published his da...
Family pay tribute to woman with a “heart of gold” following Wrexham fatal collision
The family of a 47-year-old who sadly died following a collision in Wrexham, have paid tribute to a woman with a “true heart of gold”. Lydia La Polla, from Wrexham, died in hospital on Wednesday, 26 March, following the incident in Hightown shortly after 9.30pm on Monday, 24 March. The collision...
'Antony's murder has left my heart shattered into 1,000 pieces'
'My dear brother did not deserve to die. Nobody deserves to die in such a brutal way'
Wrexham councillors to consider reducing admissions at three schools
The Executive Board of Wrexham Council will consider plans to reduce admissions at three primary schools due to budget concerns - Acton Park, Barker's Lane and Wat's Dyke.
Wrexham man jailed for murder of Antony Derwent
A 37-year-old Wrexham man has today been jailed for the murder of Antony Derwent. Matthew Hardy, of Wheat Close, Gwersyllt, was found guilty of murder by a jury at Mold Crown Court in March. He was today sentenced at Mold Crown Court where he received life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 21 yea...
Killer jailed for life for 'ferocious and merciless' murder of flatmate
Matthew Hardy, 37, attacked Antony Derwent so brutally he drowned in his own blood
Matthew Hardy jailed for life for murdering Wrexham dad Antony Derwent
The 37-year-old beat Mr Derwent to death in his own flat in Gwersyllt
Trump tariffs “concerning for businesses in Wrexham” says MP
Businesses in Wrexham are contacting the local MP over concerns around the recent tariff announcement at the White House. President Trump’s administration has announced the USA will impose an additional 10% tariff on top of existing inbound USA duties, fees and taxes on imports from the UK. This w...
Wrexham man among 10 charged with drugs offences following warrants in Chester
Officers investigating the supply of illegal drugs in Chester have now charged 10 people following a series of warrants. These individuals have all been charged with conspiracy to supply a class A drug: Scott Ward, 36, of Burton Road, Blacon Lee Ward, 44, of Wordsworth Crescent, Blacon Amy Allman, 2...
Members of Wrexham side which famously beat Porto to reunite for charity evening
Wrexham AFC's historic side of 1984/85 will be reuniting at a charity event.
Cocaine and heroin dealer from Wrexham jailed after police raided his home
Ellis Davies, from Caia Park, played a "significant" role in street dealling, a court heard