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The Welsh Government has announced a state-owned energy developer in response to energy insecurity, the cost-of-living crisis and the increasing threats posed by the climate and nature emergencies. Speaking in the Senedd on Tuesday afternoon, the Minister for Climate Change, Julie James said energy profits created in Wales will deliver greater benefit for people in Wales. […]

Halloween has arrived in Cwmdare after Cwmdare4Cwmdare (C4C) kicked off events with an evening of pumpkin carving with more than 80 youngsters from across the village taking part. The sessions saw youngsters and their families immerse themselves in the spirit of Halloween to come up with frightful pumpkin designs. Further events are planned for this […]

Nine youngsters from Rhigos Kickboxing and Karate Club are hopeful of being crowned world champions as they go forward to represent Wales this week The athletes aged 10 – 35 years old, have been training for many years and having been given the opportunity to represent Wales they are now hopeful of a title win […]

South Wales Fire & Rescue was called out to Tonypandy as new build homes were set alight and South Wales Police have since arrested three children on suspicion of arson. Wales Online are reporting that on Sunday, October 23, two unoccupied new build properties were set alight on Gilmour Street, Tonypandy at 6:47pm. Fire crews […]

As thousands of young people embarked on their University experience last month, partying and socialising at various Fresher’s Week events across the country, St John Ambulance Cymru was there to ensure they stayed safe. At Aberystwyth University, the local St John Ambulance Cymru divisions have been supporting freshers events for 10 years. Support Manager for Dyfed County, James Cordell, […]

In the recent Welsh Government report on Fly-Tipping incidences across Wales during April 2021 and March 2022, Rhondda Cynon Taf Council is highlighted as the lead authority to take action! Out of 94 court prosecutions across Wales, 42 were carried out in RCT because of the work of Rhondda Cynon Taf Council’s Enforcement Officers! If […]

Have you ever thought about the person who collects your refuse and recycling and what their daily role involves?  This Recycle Week, we’re looking at the real people who deliver the service to households across the County Borough. Streetcare Recycling Operative/Driver Steven Blake is showing residents his job and how we can all help to […]

Due to public demand, The National Lido of Wales, Lido Ponty, has confirmed it will offer four weekend cold water swims for Autumn/Winter 2022. The announcement is great news for those loyal customers and Lido fans who have asked for the Lido to remain open after the end of its main 2022 season – even […]

New and improved methods of managing Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions such as osteoporosis and arthritis are benefitting people across Wales. Wellness coaches, voucher schemes, group coaching and discounted gym memberships are just a few of the ways health boards are providing support. The transformation across services aims to improve patient outcomes, better support those on waiting lists […]

Rhondda Cynon Taf Council’s Cabinet has approved a new Empty Homes Strategy to continue the positive work that has helped bring 662 homes back into use in recent years – and to consult on proposals about Council Tax Premiums for long-term empty properties and second homes. At their meeting on Monday, October 17, Members considered two reports […]

Cynon Valley residents of all ages are being encouraged to submit their Christmas card designs to Member of Parliament Beth Winter’s 2022 Christmas card competition. Last year’s winners were Hummingbirds and Robins classes from Penguelan Primary School who worked together on a brilliant snowman design. That design and other honourable mentions from last year’s competition […]

Parents, guardians, and learners are being asked to consider if school logos on uniforms are necessary, as part of a new consultation launched today by the Minister for Education and Welsh Language, Jeremy Miles.   The consultation will seek opinions on a variety of proposals relating to school uniform to update the statutory guidance and […]