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Pre-loved school uniform appeal launched to support Wrexham families
Families across Wrexham are being encouraged to donate pre-loved school uniforms to help support local children ahead of the new academic year. The appeal has...
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A view from Welsh Labour MS for Fflint Wrecsam – Ken Skates
Wrexham.com has invited local Members of Parliament and Members of the Senedd to write a monthly article with updates on their work in their respective...
North Wales glider pilot sets record with 1,340km flight over the region
A North Wales glider pilot has completed a flight believed to have broken British gliding distance records, covering 1,340km in more than 14 hours. Chris...
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Natural Resources Wales defends phosphate decisions amid criticism of planning applications pausing
The environmental monitoring agency was criticised by Wrexham councillors over its phosphate monitoring on the River Dee. v.1
Plain packaging and flavours planned to curb youth vaping
Members of the public are being urged to have their say on new rules aimed at making vaping products less attractive to children and young...
Hot weather prompts fire warning over discarded cigarettes
A warning has been issued urging people to dispose of cigarettes safely after a number of fires across North Wales were believed to have been...
Scrutiny over North Wales Police’s response to rural crime
North Wales Police’s handling of rural crime and how quickly officers respond to emergency calls faced scrutiny at the force’s latest Strategic Executive Board meeting....
“Don’t forget about wildlife during heatwave conditions”, urges RSPCA
The RSCPA is urging members of the public not to forget wildlife as heatwave conditions continue across the country. The plea comes after the animal...
Farming minister denies plan to cut livestock numbers over ‘left-wing ideological climate targets’
The Welsh Government has no plans to force a reduction in livestock numbers to meet climate targets, the rural resilience minister has insisted. Llyr Gruffydd...
Early start for Wrexham bin collections as hot weather continues
Waste and recycling collections in Wrexham will start earlier than usual at the beginning of next week as crews prepare for another spell of hot...
Residents challenge car repair garage noise impact in retrospective plans
Retrospective plans to turn a former bus depot in Acrefair into a car repair garage have been deferred over noise concerns. v.1
Sir Terry Waite praises Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod for uniting global communities
Sir Terry Waite has spoken of the vital role that the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod plays in bringing people together from across the world. Sir...
National award recognition for Wrexham Nationwide branch
A Nationwide branch in Wrexham has been recognised as one of the best in the UK after being named runner-up in the building society’s Branch...
Revd Dr Emma Whittick appointed as new Archdeacon of Wrexham
A new Archdeacon of Wrexham will be installed at a special service in September. The appointment of the Revd Dr Emma Whittick was announced by...
Closure Orders issued for two Wrexham city centre stores
Two city centre convenience stores have been issued with Closure Orders as part of efforts to tackle the sale of illegal tobacco and vaping products....
New phone-free policy to see some Wrexham pupils issued with lockable pouches
A Wrexham secondary school is introducing lockable pouches for mobile phones as part of a new policy aimed at creating a phone-free learning environment. Headteacher...
Man jailed for stealing over £11,000 of cigarettes and tobacco across three counties – including Wrexham
A man from Birmingham has been jailed following an investigation into the theft of more than £11,000 worth of cigarettes and tobacco from shops across...
Wrexham man charged with drug supply offences
A 31-year-old man has been charged with drug supply offences in Wrexham. North Wales Police say Zack De-Gale of Y Wern, Wrexham, is charged with...
Closure orders on two Wrexham stores in police and trading standards operation
Wrexham council said it was part of ongoing efforts to tackle the sale of illegal tobacco and vaping products
Tom Grennan makes Wrexham youngster’s dream come true
An eight-year-old from Wrexham who missed the chance to see her favourite singer because she was too unwell has finally met her musical hero, Tom...