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Campaigns demand better access for Eastbrook, one of Dinas Powys’ train stations.
“The footbridge itself is quite modern, it’s been recently refurbished, but the problem is for people getting from this side of the platform over to the other side, especially with special needs, it’s virtually impossible,” said Councillor Malcolm Phillips.
A Petition has been started to make St Mellons Road in safer, after survivors of a road accident have seen no changes to the road.
Accident victims launch petition to call for changes to make the junction safer
From WASPI women’s fight for a fair pension to the vital opening weekend of the Women’s Six Nations.
Here are some of our five favourite Cardiffian articles that we think you will like.
Here are some of the articles we think you will like from this week's Cardiffian.
Where can you find the cheapest pint of lager in Cardiff city centre?
Our reporters Caleb Tutt and Gethin Hicks have found the answer...
We asked some of Cardiff’s most recognisable pubs for their cheapest lager and best value-for-money pint.
A “disgusting” pile of rubbish blighting one of Cardiff’s busiest roads for years has, at last, been removed.
By Eoin McCaul
After sending several warnings to the landowner, Cardiff council was finally allowed to clean it up
Residents will get a chance to have their say on controversial plans for Pentwyn leisure centre next week when Cardiff council present them to the community.
By Bryana Francis
Cardiff council will hold two engagement sessions on March 26 and 27 over revised plans for Pentwyn Leisure Centre.
WASPI women in South Wales feel aggrieved at their losses after changes to state pension age.
Thousands feel aggrieved at their losses after changes to state pension age
A community food pantry needs extra help to boost its core group of volunteers amid fears the service may struggle in the future without new blood.
Click the article below to learn more.
The community space is a lifeline for many but it needs help to survive and thrive
Find out how Cardiff’s new Muslim running group is adapting for Ramadan by watching Lowri Lewis's video below.
Radyr Rangers: The former club of Premier League captain and heart attack survivor Tom Lockyer receives funding for new facilities.
By William Rogers
Radyr Rangers have agreed a new lease with Cardiff Council to help develop their facilities
Women's Six Nations: Wales play Scotland in their tournament opener bolstered by a new arrival at full-back.
By Stanley Murphy-Johns
Jenny Hesketh has switched alligances after captaining England at U20s level.
Police say they have identified a man after releasing CCTV footage as part of an investigation into the 40+ tyres that were slashed on the night of February 21.
By Holly Morgan
Residents reported more than 40 tyres being slashed in one night
Eastbrook station’s steep footbridge poses a huge obstacle to the disabled and people with pushchairs.
By Zoe Glascow
The steep footbridge at the station poses a huge obstacle to disabled people and those with pushchairs.
Support for funding more cycle lanes in Cardiff has gone down over the last two years, according to a survey conducted by Sustrans.
By Eoin McCaul
More journeys were taken by bike in 2023 than 2021, says Sustrans
Welsh Wanderers are looking to become the first Welsh team to win the British Water Polo League this weekend at Super5s finale.
A venue in Butetown, established on the site of the iconic Tiger Bay Casablanca Club, has been forced to close just a year after it opened its doors.
✍️ Megan Ballantyne
“It is impossible to run a small business in that area,” says woman who revived iconic venue
Llandaff North residents have been feeling sick since last September, when work began on Welsh Water’s new sewage pump station in Hailey Park.
✍️ Gethin Hicks
'Walking through the park one day, you could feel the vibrations from the machines just battering you'
Regulars at the Vulcan share tales of the local they fought to save as work to rebuild it at St Fagans nears its end
by Elen Johnston
Regulars at the Vulcan share tales of the local they fought to save as work to rebuild it at St Fagans nears its end
“The whole big idea is making good quality food affordable for everyone”: Community shop Splo-Down Food Coop celebrates the opening of their new location
By Cerys Gardner
The Welsh Government’s new Sustainable Farming Scheme has divided opinion among farmers. Read below about what the new post-Brexit plan means for farmers’ land, payment, and the future of Welsh agriculture.
✍️ Caleb Tutt
Consultation over Wales' controversial new agricultural plan ends today. But what does this mean for food and farmers?
Pepe Ranalli, owner of long-standing Cardiff restaurant The Italian Way, has died at the age of 74
The funeral will take place today and a wake will be held at The Italian Way where an accordionist will perform classic Italian songs.
Pepe Ranalli, owner of long-standing Cardiff restaurant The Italian Way, has died at the age of 74
A Cardiff man who nearly died after he was knocked off his bike last year wants to encourage helmet-wearing in wheeled sports.
Tom Guy's portrait is in a new exhibition by Cardiff-based photographer David Sinden at Pedal Power featuring brain injury survivors from Headway Cardiff & South East Wales.
By Megan Ballantyne
'I used to be one of those people who would never wear one because I thought it was uncool'
Police investigating a vandalism rampage where more than 40 car tyres were slashed in Roath are appealing for help to identifty a man pictured in this CCTV footage.
Residents of Moy Road, was your car damaged? Or do you know this person?
Article by Holly Morgan
Read more below 👇
Police have been given CCTV footage that could locate the person who slashed over 40 car tyres last month in Roath.
He pleaded guilty to charges of non violent harassment and criminal damage.
Luke Carr also threw a bottle of Fanta at the window of her home, a court heard
‘Six Nations wooden spoon would be embarrassing,’ says Wales’ No.8 Aaron Wainwright
By Tristan Rees
Union considers legal action against Cathedral School, Llandaff for its actions during campaign over pay and pensions.
By William Rogers
Union considers legal action against Cathedral School, Llandaff for its actions during campaign over pay and pensions
The Welsh module of the Covid Inquiry wraps up today and with Long Covid Awareness Day tomorrow, here's a piece about Long Covid, and the effects it's still having on people today.
By Stanley Murphy-Johns
Amid the ongoing Covid inquiry, people suffering the long-term consequences of the virus feel ignored by government - and the public.
A Cardiff uni rugby player who was told she would never play again is returning to the field after she was given the all clear from cancer.
By Megan Ballantyne
Georgina Wren is urging other young people to have smear tests following a cancer diagnosis at the age of 25
Seven years after the Grenfell flats tragedy, residents of a block of Cardiff council flats are still living with black mould, swarms of flies and the threat of falling concrete.
By Kat Gray
There's been infestations of sewer flies, sky-high heating bills, falling concrete and broken promises on new fire safety equipment.
Bus users in Heath are forced to find other modes of transport after Cardiff Bus decide to get rid of the suburb’s only major bus service. 🚌
By Holly Morgan
Read more below 👇
Disabled and elderly left to find alternate transport after Cardiff Bus get rid of the suburb’s only bus service
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Campaigns demand better access for Eastbrook, one of Dinas Powys’ train stations. “The footbridge itself is quite modern, it’s been recently refurbished, but the problem is for people getting from this side of the platform over to the other side, especially with special needs, it’s virtually impossible,” said Councillor Malcolm Phillips.
Find out how Cardiff’s new Muslim running group is adapting for Ramadan by watching Lowri Lewis's video below.
Welsh Wanderers are looking to become the first Welsh team to win the British Water Polo League this weekend at Super5s finale. #Super5s #waterpolo
“The whole big idea is making good quality food affordable for everyone”: Community shop Splo-Down Food Coop celebrates the opening of their new location By Cerys Gardner
‘Six Nations wooden spoon would be embarrassing,’ says Wales’ No.8 Aaron Wainwright By Tristan Rees
Everything you need to know about the new household recycling system being introduced across Cardiff. ✍️ Cerys Gardner https://cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffian/2024/02/13/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-new-household-recycling-system-being-introduced-across-cardiff/
Everything you need to know about the new household recycling system being introduced across Cardiff. ✍️ Cerys Gardner https://cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffian/2024/02/13/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-new-household-recycling-system-being-introduced-across-cardiff/
Meet the man running from Llandudno to Pentyrch in five days in memory of his grandfather. ✍️ Tristan Rees https://cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffian/2024/02/13/meet-the-man-running-from-llandudno-to-pentyrch-in-five-days-in-memory-of-his-grandfather/
Metchy's Cafe in Cathays has had its windows smashed by vandals twice in one month - watch the CCTV of the second attack. Credit: Metchy’s Cafe
Splott residents want Cardiff Council to work with Make Space For Girls to make their local park more welcoming for girls and women. For the full story, click the link below. Alexandra Bánfi reports ✏️ https://cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffian/2023/05/16/bleak-park-needs-to-be-more-welcoming-for-young-girls-and-women/
Cardiff based craft group craftaholics cymru have been knitting wool nests for baby birds🐦 Caerphilly Bird Rescue founder Carol Gravenor said wool nests are "perfect" to help her keep rescued birds safe You can watch the full video in the story below https://cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffian/2023/03/10/cardiff-crafting-group-knit-wool-nests-for-rescued-baby-birds/
Jonny Clayton wants an all-Welsh final tonight in Cardiff. Sam Feierabend spoke to the former Premier League champion ahead of tonight’s Premier League Darts in Cardiff. Watch the full interview here: https://cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffian/2023/02/09/it-will-raise-the-roof-if-we-play-each-other-jonny-clayton-wants-all-welsh-darts-final/
What do #Wales #Rugby fans think of Wayne Pivac? 🏴 Sam Portillo has been around #Cardiff to find out: Read more here: https://cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffian/2022/11/29/wales-rugby-fans-wayne-pivac/
For the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic, @clwb_cymric travelled abroad on their football tour as they took part in a six-a-side tournament in Ambazac, France. The club's coaches, Owain Morris and Steffan Davies were excited to be travelling again
Stol owner Peter connects the community through coffee and meaningful conversations at sunrise. Watch the video over at The Cardiffian. Daisy Graham-Brown reports. https://cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffian/2022/03/22/meet-the-man-serving-coffee-at-sunrise-from-his-bike/
What is the reality of cycling in Cardiff? A Cardiff University university student, who had his bike stolen on the third day of term, discusses the pros and cons of #cycling in the city. Watch the full video at: https://cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffian/2022/03/22/my-bike-was-stolen-on-the-third-day-of-term-the-reality-of-cycling-in-cardiff/
WATCH: The moment a rescue helicopter descended onto Pen y Fan in tough conditions to rescue a climber
Want to spot otters in #Cardiff? 🦦 Read @ellie__crabbe latest piece to learn the best places to spot them & find out how the otter population is doing…. Link in our bio 🗞
Have you heard a new traffic camera being installed in #Llanishen has sparked anger and frustration among some residents? Full video explainer and article ➡️ https://cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffian/2022/02/22/everything-you-need-to-know-about-llanishens-controversial-traffic-camera/ Adam Hart also spoke to Anna McMorrin MP Julie Morgan MS Tom Parkhill for Rhondda about people's concerns #Llanishen #cardiff #traffic #wales
Where a new controversial traffic camera will be installed in #Llanishen #cardiff . For the full story, go here https://cardiffjournalism.co.uk/thecardiffian/2022/02/22/everything-you-need-to-know-about-llanishens-controversial-traffic-camera/
