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• Man charged after Skomer Road assault

  A 30-year-old man from Barry has been charged following an assault on Skomer Road on Friday night.

• Police launch appeal after Skomer Road assault

  Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault which took place on Skomer Road on Friday evening.

• Green Flag Award continues to fly at Merthyr Dyfan Cemetery

  Barry Town Council are proud to be flying a Green Flag at Merthyr Dyfan Cemetery for another year, after being named in the 2026 Green Flag Awards.

• Cowbridge youngster reaches GoHenry Dream Big final

  12 year old Polly, from Cowbridge, has been named as a finalist in the GoHenry Dream Big competition, an annual celebration of the ideas, creativity and ambition of young people aged 6-18 from across the UK.

• The first young people in Wales will receive their life saving Meningitis B vaccination from today

  The roll out of the life saving Meningitis B vaccine, begins in Wales today.

• Beloved Stanwell School teacher retires after inspiring generations for 35 Years

  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”.