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Cynon Valley Leader
Work at new BMX track is nearing completion
A PLANNED BMX pump track on land where material from a landslide has been placed is nearing completion and is set to open soon.
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July 03, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Dog owner pleaded guilty to neglect
AN EMACIATED dog who was left in a horrific condition by her neglectful owner has now fortunately recovered.
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July 03, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Family pay tribute to 'incredible' father and Man United super-fan who died in crash
THE family of a dad who died in a crash earlier this month have paid an emotional tribute.
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July 03, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Two men charged with historic sex offences at children's centre
TWO men have been charged with historic child sexual exploitation at a former children's centre.
2 min |
July 03, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Man charged with murder after death of dad-of-three
A MAN has been charged with murder following the death of a father-of-three.
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July 03, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Google Earth helps end planning row over decking
A HOMEOWNER has been embroiled in a legal row with his local council over the size of his garden decking, which was half a centimetre too high.
1 min |
July 03, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Concerns over pupils' toilet access
\"MANY\" schools in a Welsh county have been restricting when pupils can use toilets due to issues with vandalism and bad behaviour, councillors were told.
1 min |
July 03, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Change in how ambulance service deals with 999 calls
THE way the Welsh Ambulance Service deals with the most serious 999 calls is changing from today.
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July 03, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
'Miraculous recovery' for man hurt in suspected Thailand attack
A WELSH father fighting for his life in Thailand after an alleged assault led to a bleed on his brain is making “very steady progress”, his family said.
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July 03, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Nurses rescue OAP as fire rips through home
A CONFUSED 89-year-old man had thought the fire alarm sounding at his home in Caerphilly borough was coming from the television while his kitchen was ablaze.
2 min |
July 03, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Call for council recruitment review amid 'little outside interest'
A CAERPHILLY councillor has called for recruitment policies for senior officer roles to be reviewed.
1 min |
July 03, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
'Stuart's voice touched hearts all over the world'
INTERNATIONALLY renowned Welsh tenor Stuart Burrows has been remembered for his “warmth, humility and extraordinary musicianship”, following his death at the age of 92 after a short illness.
2 min |
July 03, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Sixth person charged with murder of woman
A SIXTH person has been charged with the murder of a 40-year-old woman who died after being shot in the chest.
2 min |
July 03, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
TOMOS IS A MASSIVE LOSS, SAYS FARRELL
ANDY Farrell admits Tomos Williams will be a major loss for the British and Irish Lions after he was forced out of the Australia tour with a significant hamstring injury.
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July 03, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Performance and no cocktails for Kelly
STEREOPHONICS frontman Kelly Jones has revealed he no longer has junk food and alcohol on his tour rider - in a bid to stay in shape.
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June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
142 hi-tech ambulances to upgrade Wales' ageing fleet
A MULTI-MILLION-POUND investment will see more than 140 modern ambulances responding to emergencies throughout Wales.
2 min |
June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Pubs allowed to open late if Wales reach Euros semis
PUBS have been granted extra time to stay open if Wales reach this year's Uefa Women's Euros semi-finals, MPs have agreed.
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June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Fire 'completely destroyed' vehicles
SEVERAL vehicles were destroyed in a fire at a South Wales garage.
1 min |
June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Manager lands buyout of waterproofing business
A STRUCTURAL and basement waterproofing business has been acquired in a management buyout.
1 min |
June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
More joy in Japan high on Josh's agenda
JOSH Adams is relishing a return to the scene of his World Cup heroics as Wales prepare to face the fierce heat and humidity of a Japanese summer.
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June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Emergency repairs after chapel’s roof collapses
EMERGENCY repair works are being planned for a chapel after the roof partially collapsed.
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June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Hundreds of homes planned for former Hoover factory site
PLANS to demolish the current buildings at the Hoover site in Merthyr Tydfil and build more than 400 homes there have been officially revealed.
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June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Thug kicked partner and strangled her daughter
A 46-YEAR-OLD thug has been jailed after he attacked his partner and then assaulted and strangled her daughter in front of her as she tried to help her mum.
2 min |
June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Former kung fu instructor who raped girls dies in jail
A FORMER kung fu instructor who raped three girls has died in prison.
1 min |
June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Fighter jets scrambled after plane bomb scare
Portuguese fighter jets escorted the plane to its destination after a threatening note was found in the toilet
3 min |
June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Future's starting to Luke a touch brighter
THERE is a school of thought that Wales' struggles at senior level are down to a collective lack of size and power in the pack.
4 min |
June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
'I could let the carer part go - and just be his mum'
A MOTHER-OF-THREE whose son was diagnosed with a life-limiting condition aged just two said it breaks her heart to think there are other families who don't have the support she did when her son was unwell.
3 min |
June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Light at the end of the tunnel for reopening plan
SUCH is the enthusiasm for a project to boost tourism and the local economy across two South Wales valleys that people travelled for miles and turned up in driving rain to gather in a tent in a field to find out the next step to make the dream become a reality.
5 min |
June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Childers marks 25 years since hostel fire tragedy
Welsh tourists Natalie Morris and Sarah Williams died in the blaze started by killer Robert Long at the Palace Backpackers Hostel in Australia 25 years ago. Abbie Wightwick looks back on the tragedy as poignant commemorations are held...
4 min |
June 26, 2025
Cynon Valley Leader
Curry's in a hurry to solve Lions' issues
TOM Curry has warned his British and Irish Lions team-mates they cannot afford to waste a moment in their search for respect as they target an immediate response to their defeat by Argentina.
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