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South Wales Police and Cardiff City FC have launched a joint operation aimed at tackling anti-social behaviour linked to matchdays.

Residents across the Vale of Glamorgan can once again book free collections of leaves and fallen fruit from public land.

Barry has once again achieved Fairtrade Town status, recognising the town’s continued commitment to promoting fair trade and supporting farmers and producers around the world.

A £1 million programme of improvements to Pencoedtre Park is set to get underway this month, with a new splashpad, skatepark and toilet block planned.

A proposal for a new independent school on the site of a well-known charity farm has been put to council planners.

With the UK in the midst of a bitter cold snap, many of us are reaching for hot water bottles to help keep warm around the house.

A solicitor who defrauded Cancer Research UK out of £4,800 by submitting false claims for will-writing services has been sentenced to 10 months in prison, suspended for two years.

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Cate McHugh who’s from Llantwit Major has won the latest series of The Voice UK.

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The performance of Country Roads, featured in the final of series 14 of the hit TV show “The Voice”

A filmmaker originally from Barry is celebrating international recognition after her documentary was screened in Manhattan, New York.

Pupils from Ysgol Gymraeg Iolo Morganwg have left their mark on their new school at a steel signing event.

Plans for a major refurbishment of Cowbridge Town Hall have been revealed, with the project expected to cost around £3 million and building work currently anticipated between late 2028 and late 2029.

More than 30 Penarth RNLI shop volunteers came together for their half-yearly meeting, with four members recognised for a combined 50 years of dedicated service to the charity.

Cultural services have faced “underinvestment for decades”, according to the person in charge of Wales’ museums - with Cardiff’s National Museum needing tens of millions of pounds for immediate repairs.

Plans for the future of Colcot Sports Centre and Buttrills Playing Fields are said to be moving to the next stage after more than 700 responses were received to a public consultation.

A bid to bring a “vibrant new type of offer” to Llantwit Major promises to provide “artisan food and drinks” to the area.

Legacy Leisure has invested £120,000 in new gym equipment at Penarth Leisure Centre.

The Vale of Glamorgan Council is progressing plans to create a new Wellbeing Hub in Barry as part of changes to the way Adult Day Services are provided.

Barry households using nappies, incontinence pads and other absorbent hygiene products are being offered an additional weekly waste collection under a new trial.

Bro Radio is celebrating after securing three Gold awards at the 2026 Community Radio Awards, recognising the station’s presenters, training work and national political coverage.

As Halloween approaches, the RSPCA has shared some great ways to enjoy the All Hallows' Eve celebrations with your pets - but has warned against dressing up animals this spooky season.

A series of warrants linked to reports of bikes being ridden illegally have been executed by South Wales Police.

South Wales Police say officers have been given additional powers to direct people to leave King Square, following continued incidents of anti-social behaviour, fighting and criminal damage.

A project lasting almost 15 years to restore historic features at Llantwit Major Town Hall has finally been completed.

Residents and visitors can now report overflowing litter bins by scanning QR codes being rolled out across town centres in the Vale of Glamorgan.

A new clean-up operation targeting chewing gum-stained pavements is getting underway across the Vale of Glamorgan after the Council secured external funding.

Penarth’s annual Remembrance Parade will go ahead as planned next month after an agreement was reached over traffic management arrangements.

Firefighters do not feel “adequately trained, equipped, or prepared” to deal with wildfires, a Senedd committee has heard.

Senedd Members called for action on coal tip safety ahead of the 60th anniversary of the Aberfan disaster.

Barry Town Council is taking the next step in its plans to open a new heritage centre, which it says will bring Barry's unique story to life for residents and visitors.

Visitors to the Vale of Glamorgan generated an estimated £381.88 million for the local economy, supporting almost 3,000 jobs in 2025, according to new figures.

A Welsh organisation is calling for children to learn about grief and bereavement from an early age, as part of efforts to make conversations about death and loss more open

More than £600 million has been paid out in Welsh NHS clinical negligence and personal injury claims over the past five years, the Senedd has heard.

Funded childcare for all two-year-olds to expand across Vale of Glamorgan

The first steps have been taken to deliver a £4m cycle track to the Welsh capital.

A young boy with autism and communication difficulties has been recognised by Barry Dock RNLI after spotting two boys in danger off Sully Island and alerting his dad, prompting a lifeboat rescue.

Penarth Pier Pavilion has been voted one of the 15 best cinemas in the UK in the British Independent Film Awards’ (BIFA) Cinema of the Year award.

Residents, community members and local organisations are invited to gather outside the Civic Offices on Wednesday 25 November at 6 pm to stand in solidarity with survivors of domestic abuse.

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.

Bro Radio will promote the work of four charities working in the Vale of Glamorgan during the festive period.

Whether you're looking to get fit in 2026 or reset your mind, body and soul, we've put together a list of local businesses to help you do just that.

Whether you're planning to look Glam for your Christmas party or family gathering, there are some great local businesses for you to discover.

Whether you're looking for toys, collectables, books or flowers, there are plenty of gifting options in the Vale of Glamorgan for you to discover.

One of the great parts of the festive season is the great food and drink we come together to experience with family and friends.

The candidate lists are being announced in Penybont Bro Morgannwg ahead of the 2026 Senedd elections.

The candidate lists are being announced in Caerdydd Penarth ahead of the 2026 Senedd elections.

Bro Radio is proud to announce that two of its presenters will be trading the studio for the stage this December, as they join the cast of Array Theatre’s magical production of Cinderella.

On Easter Monday from 12pm, the kids are taking over!