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Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are six events submitted to Bro Radio, taking place on Saturday and Sunday.

Vale of Glamorgan Council has approved a new placemaking plan for Barry.

Plans have been submitted to use a popular Cardiff park for a major series of live events this summer.

Plans have been filed to build more than 100 homes on green space outside of Cowbridge.

Cardiff Council has pledged to work with the new Welsh Government to tackle a troubled hospital.

Just weeks into the election campaign, two candidates standing locally have stepped down.

Barry Dock RNLI has issued safety advice to those visiting Sully Island, after they received their first shout out of the year to the Island.

Morio Lounge, operated by hospital chain Loungers, is on course to open in the former toilet block at Nell’s Point on Barry Island in mid-May.

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has appointed specialist contractors to carry out road improvements throughout the County.

Three men from Barry have been jailed for their involvement in a drugs line supplying cocaine throughout their home town.

South Wales Police are continuing their investigation into the fatal road traffic collision which occurred on Penarth Road at its junction with Clare Road, Grangetown, on Wednesday, March 25, at 12.27 pm.

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has announced that works on the new showers and changing facilities at Barry Island are now fully complete and open for public use.

The RNLI Shop and Visitor Experience at Barry Island is preparing for another busy season, as lifeguards return to Whitmore Bay, Barry Island at Easter.

Ambitious plans to harness the tidal power of the Severn Estuary to make electricity are set to take another step forward this week.

Police have raised major concerns over plans to turn Barry offices into temporary accommodation

The Senedd has voted in favour of new regulations that will establish a Deposit Return Scheme in Wales from October 2027.

A mental health and wellbeing hub for young people aged 11-18 in the heart of Barry has undergone a recent extension, enabling the service to support a larger number of young people across Barry and the Vale of Glamorgan. 

Age Connects Cardiff & the Vale has launched "Left Inside Alone" a critical campaign aimed at safeguarding its Befriending Service for future generations.

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has secured £2.5 million in funding for transport schemes in the County.

A week of intensification tackling drug-related crime has seen over 70 people arrested across the South Wales Police force area.

Welsh broadcaster and drummer, Owain Wyn Evans, who has experienced changes to his own hearing, is fronting the campaign to share his personal story and why hearing health matters.

A placemaking plan for Barry, which aims to improve the places where people live, work, and spend time, is scheduled for approval this month.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board holding walk in clinics for young people who have missed their MenACWY vaccination appointment.

The construction of a Welsh-medium school in Cowbridge has been approved by Vale of Glamorgan Council.

Barry Dock RNLI has launched a series of events as part of its 125th anniversary year celebrations.

Barry Ladies Choir join 300 women in song at inaugural Festival for Female Voices.

A new Physical and Medical (PMed) base has been unveiled at St Cyres School in Penarth, providing enhanced facilities to support pupils with additional learning needs within a mainstream education setting.

Cardiff has taken the next steps towards introducing a visitor levy for tourists staying overnight in the city.

31% of pensioners said they were struggling financially before the war broke out in Iran, with energy being the main issue. In the face of soaring bills, the Government’s £53m of support for heating oil users will not be enough

For more than four decades, the voice of Alan Wilkins has carried across cricket grounds and living rooms around the world.

Work to upgrade public toilet facilities in key town centres across the Vale of Glamorgan are taking place.

The 34,000 sole traders and landlords in Wales with a turnover of more than £50,000 from self-employment and property have a few weeks left to prepare for MTD for Income Tax.

Dinas Powys residents have banded together to stop the potential development of an area of green field.

The Mayor of Barry will round off his Mayoral Year with a Bavarian Night Celebration in April.

A South Wales MS is calling for rural communities to be protected from the risk of heating oil thefts

A leading expert has raised concerns about the 50-storey addition to Cardiff’s skyline

Crucial fire safety works are set to go ahead at a prominent waterfront apartment block in Cardiff.

Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) is celebrating the legacy of it Chief Executive Officer, who will be retiring at the end of March.

A Police operation across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan on Wednesday saw 32 people arrested.

From Monday, 13th April 2026, households across the Vale will be able to recycle soft plastics within their weekly blue bag collections.

A number of changes are coming to Cardiff’s International Sports Village, including hundreds of car parking spaces that people will have to pay for and a new public open space.

Barry Rugby Football Club has put forward a proposal to relocate a Public Right of Way across the Reservoir Fields following feedback from local residents during a recent community consultation event.

Twenty projects across Wales have received grants of up to £500 to hold events or services that enable communities to support people through grief or ill-health.

Residents have banded together to oppose the inclusion of a beloved green space in the council’s long-term plan for housing.

Griffin Books in Penarth has been named the best bookshop in Wales.

Vale of Glamorgan Council has chosen the mayor elect and deputy mayor elect for the 2026/27 year.

The vote on Monday evening was approved with 49% for (26 votes), 42% against (22), and 9% abstaining (5).

Cardiff Airport has received recognition from the Ysgol y Deri Parent Teacher Association, in appreciation of its dedication and support for students and their families.

The go-ahead has been given to relocate a collection at a major Welsh museum to return a “significant room” to the “public realm of the museum”.

A series of commemorative flights will take place across the UK, including in St Athan, to mark 90 years since the first flight of the Supermarine Spitfire.

Bro Radio has announced the return of its Community Awards, as it continues to celebrate the best of the Vale of Glamorgan.

Bro Radio will promote the work of four charities working in the Vale of Glamorgan during the festive period.

Whether you're looking to get fit in 2026 or reset your mind, body and soul, we've put together a list of local businesses to help you do just that.

Whether you're planning to look Glam for your Christmas party or family gathering, there are some great local businesses for you to discover.

Whether you're looking for toys, collectables, books or flowers, there are plenty of gifting options in the Vale of Glamorgan for you to discover.

One of the great parts of the festive season is the great food and drink we come together to experience with family and friends.

The candidate lists are being announced in Penybont Bro Morgannwg ahead of the 2026 Senedd elections.

The candidate lists are being announced in Caerdydd Penarth ahead of the 2026 Senedd elections.

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.

On Easter Monday from 12pm, the kids are taking over!