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Wrexham’s bulky waste disposal fees second highest in Wales
Minimum cost for a single bulky item to be disposed of is more than £50 more than cheapest in Wales. v.1
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'I've been turned away from shops and even sacked because of my disability'
Samantha Maxwell, who has cerebral palsy, says writing transformed her mental health after she reached one of the darkest periods of her life
Dee Estuary cockle fishery rules to be rewritten
The rules controlling who can gather cockles on the Dee Estuary are to be rewritten, with 54 licensed gatherers working under an order that expires...
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Bakery’s generous donation to bring year-round support for hospice
A Wrexham-based bakery and hospice have teamed up to help raise vital funds with the launch of a tasty year-round partnership. Freshly baked tea cakes...
First signing for Wrexham AFC – Danny Imray from Crystal Palace
Wrexham AFC say they are “delighted” to announce the signing of wing-back Danny Imray from Crystal Palace for an undisclosed fee. Imray, who becomes the...
Residents react as Betsi Cadwaladr Health Board bosses earn more than prime minister
People across North Wales have been reacting to a report that reveals the head of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board - which has been in special measures twice since 2015 - earns more than the UK Prime Minister. v.1
Body found in search for missing Corwen man
Officers and Mountain Rescue Team Colleagues searching for missing man Bob from Corwen have sadly found a body. Emergency services and partner organisations have been...
Magellan Aerospace Wrexham Supports North Wales Wildlife Recovery Following Recent Wildfires
Staff at Magellan Aerospace Wrexham have donated £300 to North Wales Wildlife Trust to support the charity’s recovery work after several devastating wildfires across North...
£400,000 repairs needed at Wrexham Maelor Hospital for crumbling roof material
Repairs to the roof of Wrexham Maelor Hospital's Pathology Lab are expected to begin this autumn 18 months after RAAC was discovered. v.1
Coleg Cambria launches new business programme to bridge AI skills gap
Coleg Cambria has launched a Generative AI Essentials programme to help businesses across the region understand and apply artificial intelligence in the workplace. Nearly two-thirds...
Pavarotti’s widow sends sweet surprise to Wrexham care organisation
A surprise gift from Luciano Pavarotti’s widow has arrived in Wrexham after a local choir travelled to Italy for a special performance. Nicoletta Mantovani sent...
Plans unveiled for specialist children’s assessment centre in Wrexham
Plans have been unveiled for a specialist children’s assessment centre in Wrexham, providing therapeutic, educational and short-term residential support for young people with complex needs...
Best 'secret' beauty spots away from the summer crowds in each North Wales county
Some of these places are barely mentioned on social media but are regarded as well worth a visit
Betsi Cadwaladr CEO earning almost £100k more than prime minister, new report reveals
Beleagured North Wales health board pays chief exec almost £100k more than Prime Minister - with all executives earning over £100k v.1
Man charged in connection with arson at Cefn-y-bedd care home
A 33-year-old man has been charged in connection with an arson at a former care home in Wrexham earlier this year. North Wales Police said...
Search continues for missing 66-year-old man from Corwen
North Wales Police are continuing to appeal for information on the whereabouts of a missing man from Corwen. 66-year-old Bob was last seen at 6.36am...
North Wales ketamine campaign launched amid rise in hospital admissions
Emergency department admissions linked to ketamine in North Wales rose from 241 in 2023 to 412 in 2025, an increase of 71% in two years....
Woman calls for improvements in care at Wrexham Maelor for vulnerable older patients
Jayne Economos says her father's recent admission to Wrexham Maelor Hospital highlighted staff shortages and archaic systems which left frontline staff struggling to meet patient needs. v.1
Five Wrexham parks and cemetery secure Green Flag Status
Five parks and a cemetery in Wrexham have been recognised among the best in Wales in this year’s prestigious Green Flag Awards. Acton Park, Alyn...
£2m fund launched to improve accessibility at tourism businesses
Tourism and hospitality businesses in Wrexham are being invited to apply for grants from a new £2 million Welsh Government scheme aimed at improving accessibility...