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• New Inclusive Play Area Opens in Palmerston After Major Makeover

  Families in Palmerston have a brand-new place to play after a full refurbishment of the local play area was completed this week.

• The next step in creating a “groundbreaking destination” has been lodged to a south Wales council. v.1

  The next step in creating a “groundbreaking destination” has been lodged to a south Wales council.

• Museum lands at Six Bells for D-Day celebrations

  Marking the D-Day celebrations on June 6th , historical re-enactors from the Barry War Museum & Heritage Centre landed at The Six Bells pub, Penmark to mark the occasion while their museum is temporarily closed for essential maintenance.

• A48 Tumble Fatal RTC Police appeal and family pay tribute

  South Wales Police are continuing their investigation into the fatal road traffic collision which occurred on A48, The Tumble, Cardiff, at approximately 8pm on Saturday June 6, 2026.

• St Athan Community Council Extends Deadline for Children’s Art Competition

  Young artists in St Athan are being given extra time to get creative, after the Community Council announced an extension to its 2026 Children’s Art Competition.

• Bro Radio Celebrates Sixth Community Awards at Barry’s Memo Arts Centre

  Bro Radio brought the community together on Friday night as it celebrated the sixth annual Community Awards, sponsored by Victoria Park Mazda.

• Fatal Collision at The Tumble, St Nicholas Claims Life of 18‑Year‑Old Cardiff Man

  Police have confirmed that an 18‑year‑old man from Ely, Cardiff, has died following a serious two‑vehicle collision in St Nicholas.

• Teen Makes Remarkable Recovery After Rare Swallowing Condition Leaves Him Unable to Eat or Drink

  A teenager who should have been sitting his A‑levels this year instead found himself in hospital facing one of the most frightening challenges imaginable — losing the ability to swallow.

• Barry Dock RNLI volunteer tackles tough cycling challenge in Europe

  A dedicated Barry Dock RNLI volunteer is preparing to take on an epic cycling challenge across France to raise funds for the charity she supports throughout the year.

• Community Planting Day Brings Generations Together at Victoria Park

  A community-led planting day at Victoria Park has brought together residents of all ages after volunteers stepped in to save the park’s flowerbeds from going unplanted this year.

• ­First Minister quizzed on Welsh NHS pressures in his first-ever FMQs

  Senedd Members pressed the First Minister over the state of the health service in Wales, as the Plaid Cymru leader faced his inaugural First Minister’s Questions.

• Cardiff Airport welcomes over one million passengers as it becomes the UK’s second fastest growing Airport

  Cardiff Airport has recorded more than one million passengers over the past 12 months, according to newly released figures.

• 17-year old Barry Island Stabbing victim undegoes life-changing leg amputation

  A 17-year-old boy who suffered a serious leg injury on Barry Island on Bank Holiday Monday is said to have undergone a life-changing leg amputation.

• Power connection problem hits Barry Island Public Toilet conversion scheme

  A frustrated developer who is converting former public toilets in Barry Island into a restaurant and coffee shop said the scheme has been delayed by power connection problems.

• A popular Vale of Glamorgan hotel could see a major development if plans are approved by the local council

  A popular Vale of Glamorgan hotel could see a major development if plans are approved by the local council.

• Vale Council sets out 18 commitments and priorites for the year ahead

  The Vale of Glamorgan Council has set out 18 commitments and priorities for the next year, with a focus on education, roads, green spaces and town centre improvements, topping the agenda.

• MS calls for more urgency in increasing frequency of train services on Vale Lines

  Conservative Senedd member for Pen-y-Bont Bro Morgannwg, Andrew RT Davies, has called for more urgency in increasing the frequency of train services on local lines.

• Barry Sea Scout honoured at Windsor Castle

  For Rupert – Roo to his friends at 1st Barry Sea Scouts – Beavers is where he gets to do the things he enjoys most, alongside people who look out for him.

• Actions of 8-year-old saves his and his Granscha's life

  Barry Dock RNLI volunteers have praised the calm and courageous actions of eight-year-old Marley after a kayaking trip with his Granscha Dai ended in a rescue of the Vale coastline.

• The people of Wales are the least likely of all four nations to consent to organ donation

  Almost 400 people in Wales are currently waiting for a life-saving organ transplant