Former Barry mayor Leslie Sword dies

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  One of Stanwell School's most familiar and respected faces has retired, bringing to a close an extraordinary career that has left a lasting impact on thousands of young people.

• New £12m Maintenance Facility Installed at Canton Depot to Support TfW’s Expanding Fleet

  A major new piece of rail maintenance equipment has been installed at Canton depot in Cardiff, boosting Transport for Wales’s ability to service its growing fleet of trains.

• Bearfield Skatepark Opens Following Community‑Led Design Process

  A new skatepark in Cowbridge has officially opened, with residents, families and young people turning out on Wednesday to mark the launch of the Bearfield facility.

• Police Increase Patrols in Barry’s Kings Square Following Community Concerns

  South Wales Police say they have stepped up their presence in Kings Square, Barry, after residents and businesses raised concerns about anti-social behaviour and shoplifting in the area.

• Barry-born actor nominated for Emmy Award for role in hit US drama

  A Barry-born actor has been shortlisted for one of television’s biggest honours following his performance in a major US drama series.

• AI-powered tech helping Vale residents gain confidence and independence

  A Vale of Glamorgan resident says new assistive technology has helped her become more independent and confident in her daily life.

• Shirley Hodges Elected as New Councillor for Baruc Ward

  Shirley Hodges has been elected as the new Vale of Glamorgan councillor for Baruc ward following a by‑election held on 9 July.

• Thousands of Illegal and Unsafe Products Seized in Major Crackdown Across the Vale, Cardiff and Bridgend

  Thousands of illegal and potentially dangerous products have been taken out of circulation following a large multi‑agency operation led by Shared Regulatory Services (SRS) across the Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Bridgend.

• New figures highlight growing impact of extreme heat on heart health

  New analysis suggesting that around 2,700 people may have died during the UK's exceptional May and June heatwaves is a stark reminder that hot weather is far more than an inconvenience – it can pose a serious risk to heart health.

• South Wales Police rolls out new body armour to protect frontline police dogs

  South Wales Police has introduced new protective body armour for all of its general‑purpose police dogs, strengthening efforts to keep the force’s working animals safe during frontline duties.

• A luxury Penarth hotel with star-studded clientèle is planning to expand with a sauna, hot tub and more

  A well-known historic building in Penarth that’s welcomed famous guests over the years could soon be upgraded with a sauna, hot tub and more

• Vale of Glamorgan Council has been criticised for the amount it spends on external contractors

  The Vale of Glamorgan Council has come under fire for the amount of money it spends on external contractors for road repairs.

• Barry Dock RNLI urges beachgoers to keep inflatables out of the sea after two people were blown offshore

  Barry Dock RNLI is reminding visitors to Barry Island to leave inflatables on the sand after two people were carried out to sea while using an inflatable kayak and a lilo.

• Paddleboarders Rescued After Getting Caught in Strong Tide Off Cold Knap

  Volunteer crews from Barry Dock RNLI launched their D‑class lifeboat on Saturday after three paddleboarders were swept into difficulty by powerful tidal currents off Cold Knap Point.

• Plans for new development agency for Wales: A “key driver” or “just another quango”?

  A new development agency will “improve productivity”, according to a Welsh Government minister – but opponents have dubbed it “yet another quango”.

• Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Morgannwg Praised for Inclusive Ethos and Strong Welsh Language Provision

  Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Morgannwg has received a highly positive report from Estyn, with inspectors praising the Barry secondary school for its caring community, rich curriculum and strong commitment to Welsh language development.

• Work Begins on £29m New‑Build Project for Ysgol Iolo Morganwg

  Construction has begun on a major new‑build project for Ysgol Iolo Morganwg in Cowbridge, with pupil capacity at the Welsh-medium school set to double to meet increased demand.

• Rockfall prompts safety warning at Jackson’s Bay

  Visitors to Jackson’s Bay have been urged to take extra care after a rockfall was reported at the popular Barry Beach on Monday morning.

• Ten top events happening in the Vale of Glamorgan this Week

  The Vale is buzzing this week, with theatre, music, family fun, community action and more taking place across Barry, Penarth, Llantwit Major and Dinas Powys. Here are ten standout events to look out for between 7–12 July.

• Gas Pipe Upgrade Works to Begin in Dinas Powys This Week

  Wales & West Utilities will begin a major upgrade of gas pipes in Dinas Powys on 6 July, as part of a long‑term investment programme to improve the reliability of the local gas network.