32 h. ago Beautiful pub will spark new life into the heart of this Welsh town, but it could have been so different

The Pencelli Hotel, which is rumoured to have been a favourite haunt of Hollywood royalty, has had a glamorous makeover - but it stood in ruin and faced a dull and predictable future

Politics

63 h. ago Love Island fans need to read new thriller with a big twist perfect for anyone who likes White Lotus

People Pleaser by Catriona Stewart is the perfect book to take on your holidays this summer

Events

3 d. ago 'It's perfect the way it is' say people of Welsh town named one of the most boring in Britain

"We're quite happy keeping its charm our little secret"

Politics

6 d. ago This Welsh town is 'most affordable' for families to buy a home

The famous old town is 'warm, compassionate and strained' with 'gorgeous people who mean well'

Society

8 d. ago Welsh town home to one of the seven wonders is named top UK summer destination to visit

The North Wales destination has been named one of the best places to travel to across the country

Politics

9 d. ago Cats keep disappearing from a Welsh town and devastated owners spot a pattern

Police are now investigating and owners have been urged to stay alert

Events

1 week ago Fury as tiny Welsh town with 5,970 inhabitants gets its FOURTEENTH barber shop and salon (one for every 400 people)

Plans by a Kurdish businessman to open a new barber in a vacant premises sparked anger among residents of Porth, South Wales.

Politics

1 week ago 'They don't deserve it!': Locals in Britain's most depressed town slam benefit scroungers for claiming sickness cash for 'anxiety'

EXCLUSIVE: With its tree-lined high street, rich history and the Brecon Beacons National Park just a short hike away, Rhymney should be a great place to live. But its far from it...

Politics

1 week ago Town nestled in rolling Welsh hills that gets the best of two countries and is one of the best places to live in the UK

This gorgeous Welsh town has been named as one of the best places to live in the UK by The Sunday Times

Politics

2 w. ago Thai restaurant to move back to Welsh town where it all began

Onzon Thai started as a takeaway and street food vendor

Politics

2 w. ago Debenhams BBQ that 'works like a charm' and ideal for large parties now £100 off

The large 4-in-1 barbecue is perfect if you are cooking for a lot of people.

Economics

2 w. ago Inside the Welsh seaside town where homes regularly sell for more than £1m

It's a location that can easily boast coast, country and city and has a house price way above the Welsh average

Economics

3 w. ago Tom Hardy tells off radio presenter as Hollywood actor defends small Welsh town

Tom Hardy jokingly told off a radio presenter as he defended Barry Island’s ghost train.

Culture

3 w. ago Genius egg cooking chart shows how long to boil them for a perfect centre

A handy egg cooking chart has been shared on social media, showing how many minutes you need to boil your eggs for the perfect yolk - and people think it's brilliant

Politics

3 w. ago Hollywood star Tom Hardy fiercely defends small Welsh town as he cheekily tells presenter off in a VERY chaotic radio interview

Tom Hardy fiercely defended Barry Island's famous ghost train as he cheekily told off a radio presenter during a very chaotic radio interview.

Politics

3 w. ago Wrexham's wild promotion party sees star left in A&E as players turn up in city pubs

Wrexham secured a third consecutive promotion with victory over Charlton on Saturday, sparking wild celebrations in the Welsh town as fans and players partied into the night

Sport

3 w. ago Welsh town built a bustling new market, but left behind the old one to become a haven for arsonists and vandals

A "sad" and derelict indoor market is now a hub for anti-social behaviour, with locals having to call the fire service and the police "all of the time."

Politics

3 w. ago Man to spend months in jail following crime spree in unsuspecting Welsh town

A man has been jailed for beating two police officers after being caught red-handed during his latest crime spree.

Events

4 w. ago Welsh town full of good pubs and brilliant restaurants is sat on an island you won't want to leave

While some may have considered the likes of Beaumaris or Benllech as the go-to destinations of Anglesey, Porthaethwy has firmly been added on that list

Politics