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Bridge Street in Pontypridd is set to be closed to traffic in one direction on Sunday morning, to carry out an inspection of Victoria Bridge. Rhondda Cynon Taf has said that the work will begin at midnight on Sunday, September 21, and is due to end by 10am on the same day. During these hours, there […]

Rhondda Cynon Taf Council, in partnership with Pontypridd Town Council, is proud to announce the annual Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service will take place on Sunday 9th November 2025 at Ynysangharad War Memorial Park, Pontypridd. This solemn occasion honours British service personnel who have lost their lives in wars and military conflicts since the beginning […]

Park Lane specialist school in Trecynon, Aberdare, has shared the outcome of its recent Estyn inspection, which highlights the school’s strong commitment to pupil well-being, inclusive education and continuous improvement. Park Lane provides education for children and young people aged 3 to 19 with a wide range of special educational needs. These include severe learning […]

With over 25,000 runners expected to arrive in Cardiff ahead of the Half marathon on Sunday 5 October, TfW is putting on additional train services to help people get to and from the event on time and stress-free. Those heading into Cardiff will benefit from earlier train services from key locations including Treherbert, Aberdare, Merthyr […]

Residents and visitors to Pontypridd Town Centre are advised about essential upcoming work at Sardis Road Car Park, which will reduce its capacity by around half on a temporary basis from Monday, July 21.  Rhondda Cynon Taf Council will soon deliver extensive street lighting improvements, with additional columns being installed to bring better lighting levels […]

A series of concerts will be held at Principality Stadium this summer, from June 19th through to August 1st. To ensure that all those attending the concerts can get into and out of the stadium safely, roads around the Principality Stadium will close at the following times for the remaining concerts: Stereophonics – July 11th & 12th – 3pm until […]

Redevelopment work is progressing on of the old Marks & Spencer site in Pontypridd town centre. Since construction began earlier this year, the site at 97-102 Taff Street has been steadily taking shape. The area is being turned into a brand-new Riverside Plaza, a welcoming public space with greenery, small food and drink kiosks, and […]

Cheaper bus travel will again be offered in Rhondda Cynon Taf this school summer holiday (Saturday 19 July to Sunday 31 August 2025) – when a maximum single fare of £1.50 will apply to all journeys that start and end in the County Borough. This is the seventh time that bus fares have been reduced in Rhondda […]

Brecon Mountain Railway has experienced a marked increase in visitor numbers after its appearance in the BBC One Wales documentary Ruth and Steve: From Merthyr with Love.   The programme, presented by Ruth Jones and Steve Speirs, highlighted Merthyr Tydfil’s heritage and included an in-depth visit to the heritage railway.   Since the broadcast, the railway […]

Trehopcyn Primary School has announced the opening of its new Community Hub. The state-of-the-art facility is designed to serve as a community space for local residents, groups, and organisations to enjoy. With extensive renovations and refurbishments, the Hub is now fully equipped to support a wide range of activities and events for the entire community. […]