Bro Radio Newsroom
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Whitmore High wins workplace award
A Barry high school has been named one of the UK's best education workplaces.
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Bro Radio Stars Step Into the Spotlight for Festive Pantomime
Bro Radio is proud to announce that two of its presenters will be trading the studio for the stage this December, as they join the cast of Array Theatre’s magical production of Cinderella.
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Blackweir Live to return in 2026
There has been a mixed reaction to the announcement that a controversial series of summer gigs in Cardiff will go ahead again next year.
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Bus shake-up passes first stage
Plans to end the current "deregulated" bus system passed the first stop on the legislative journey as the Senedd voted in favour of the general principles.
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Ysgol y Deri creates a Hubbub
A new vintage shop in Penarth will offer retail training to pupils from Ysgol y Deri.
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Key witness found after CCTV appeal
Police say an 'important witness' has come forward following an alleged assault in Cardiff Bay two years ago.
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Barry Town United Teams Up with Llamau to Tackle Youth Homelessness in Wales
Barry Town United will take part in a Long Walk Home ahead of their next home game against Connah's Quay on 27th September, in aid of Llamau.
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'Serious concerns' over Aberthaw funding
There are 'serious concerns' over how much funding will be needed for a green energy hub at the former Aberthaw power station.
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Senedd remembers Hefin David
The Senedd paused to pay tribute to Hefin David, the late Caerphilly Senedd member, who approached politics "with heart, with humour and with hope".
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Concerns over Cardiff Bay water quality
Cases of norovirus were caused by swimming in Cardiff Bay, the city council has confirmed.
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Penarth cycleway faces planning investigation
Council officers are investigating a footpath and cycleway in Penarth built by a housing developer.
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Funding boost for Cowbridge Library
Cowbridge Library will get a share of £3 million in Welsh Government funding to create new digital spaces.
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Entries now open for 2026 Run 4 Wales 10k Series
Entries are now open for the 2026 Run 4 Wales 10k Series.
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Calls for donation cap after Gething row
Campaigners have called for a £10,000 cap on political donations following controversy over a £200,000 donation that led to the downfall of former first minister Vaughan Gething.
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Barry Town on canvas
A unique mural showing Barry Town United's crest and motto has been unveiled as part of a new art project.
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Reform wins Illtyd by-election
Reform UK has gained its first seat on Vale of Glamorgan Council after winning the Illtyd ward by-election in Barry.
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Plans for wood processing plant stall
A wood-processing site at Barry Docks that’s allegedly covered cars and streets in dust has had plans to expand its operations halted.
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Groundbreaking ceremony for new arena
Work on a new indoor arena for Cardiff Bay has reached a major milestone.
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Police hunt Vale car thieves
Police are hunting thieves who have been targeting vehicles across the Vale of Glamorgan.
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Armed robber jailed for threatening shop staff
An armed man from Barry who threatened shop staff with a knife has been jailed.
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More Vale councillors on the cards?
The number of county councillors in the Vale of Glamorgan looks set to increase from 54 to 59 at the next local elections.
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Council launches second 'Let's Talk' survey
For the second time in three years, residents are being asked to share their thoughts on living in the Vale of Glamorgan.
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Two winners in RNLI's Yellow Welly Treasure Hunt
Two local children have won this year's yellow welly treasure hunt held by the RNLI at Penarth.
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Woman arrested after Penarth stabbing
A woman has been questioned following an alleged stabbing in Penarth.
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Yacht runs aground near Penarth
A 38-foot yacht with one person on board was rescued after it ran aground near Penarth during the August Bank Holiday.
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Fairtrade Barry celebrates 10th anniversary
Events are being held to celebrate Barry's tenth anniversary as a Fairtrade town.
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Narayan named junior science minister
Vale of Glamorgan MP Kanishka Narayan has been appointed as a junior science minister in the UK Government.
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Cardiff Council facing £38m budget gap
Cardiff Council has warned it may have to stop some services next year amid budget pressures.
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Junk food ads ban goes ahead
The go-ahead has been given for a ban on unhealthy food adverts in some public spaces in the Vale.
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Coney Island: safety issues raised on jet ride
An investigation into a rollercoaster accident at a Porthcawl funfair has found safety issues on a second ride.
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'No quick fix' for Ogmore's bathing water
Environment experts have warned that there will not be a quick fix to the water quality problems at Ogmore-by-Sea.
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Council faces 'race against time' to replace data system
Vale of Glamorgan Council is in a race against time to replace a digital system that stores the data of people in care before it becomes unsupported.
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Specsavers donates hi-vis vests to support children’s safety
Specsavers opticians in Barry are helping keep children safe during their outdoor activities by gifting hi-visibility vests.
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Man jailed for sexually abusing girls
A man who sexually abused a teenage schoolgirl on a bus has been jailed for 23 months.
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Barry Town United AFC announce new community partnership with Bro Radio
Barry Town United AFC and Bro Radio have announced a new community partnership, strengthening the already existing connection between the club, the people of Barry and the Vale of Glamorgan.
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Aberthaw energy firm donates office furniture
Office furniture has been donated to schools, businesses and organisations across the Vale of Glamorgan.
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Explore historic sites across Wales for free this September
Residents are being invited to explore more than 200 historic sites across Wales free of charge this month.
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Barry man jailed for child sex abuse
A Barry man who sexually abused two young girls has been jailed for eight years.
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Civic society opposes Cosmeston aqua park
A heritage group has spoken out against the controversial Aqua Park at Cosmeston Lakes.
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Calls for 'Gavin and Stacey Week' in Barry
Local historians have suggested organising a 'Gavin and Stacey' week as part of a £20 million regeneration scheme for Barry.
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Welsh Music Prize 2025 Shortlist revealed
This year's Welsh Music Prize Shortlist has been announced, with 15 incredible albums taking the stage at this year's 15th anniversary show.
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Cardiff Bus workers accept new pay deal
Cardiff Bus workers have voted in favour of a new pay deal, averting the threat of strike action.
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Cardiff Council borrowing nears £1bn
Borrowing at Cardiff Council has risen to nearly £1 billion in the last twelve months, according to new figures.
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Vale of Glamorgan named the treasure capital of Wales
The Vale of Glamorgan has been named as the treasure capital of Wales, with the most finds over the past 34 years.
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The kids are taking over!
On Easter Monday from 12pm, the kids are taking over!