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In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court from Barry
11/08/2024

In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court from Barry

There are concerns about youths 'loitering'
11/08/2024

There are concerns about youths 'loitering'

The corner shop will be allowed to stay open two hours later

Congratulations
10/08/2024

Congratulations

Casey's Cubs Flexible Childcare is based in Barry

Yummy!
10/08/2024

Yummy!

Learn how to make the most of cooking in your outdoor space with Ninja's pop-up event in Cardiff

Important to know as temperatures ramp up again
10/08/2024

Important to know as temperatures ramp up again

Be safe in the sun and find out how long sunscreen lasts and some sun safety tips to know all year round

It promises to be a spectacular sight
10/08/2024

It promises to be a spectacular sight

The Perseid meteor shower should be visible across the UK from around sunset on the night of August 12 until the early hours of August 13

It could be a gamechanger!
10/08/2024

It could be a gamechanger!

The simplest way to claw back some cash when you fill up your tank is to avoid aiming for an even number, according to Select Car Leasing.

He handed over one phone, but when officers asked him to hand over a second phone...
10/08/2024

He handed over one phone, but when officers asked him to hand over a second phone...

The phone had software that stopped him being seen through an IP address

The charity said more than half felt like their physical health had declined in the last year
10/08/2024

The charity said more than half felt like their physical health had declined in the last year

More than half of older adults in Wales find physical health a challenge, according to a recent survey from Age Cymru.

They want their money back from the disgraced presenter
09/08/2024

They want their money back from the disgraced presenter

The BBC has asked Huw Edwards to return his salary from the time he was arrested in November last year.

It will be a poignant reminder of the doctor's work over many years
09/08/2024

It will be a poignant reminder of the doctor's work over many years

Michael Mosley is credited with popularising the 5:2 diet, a form of intermittent fasting, through his book The Fast Diet.

A cyclist was seriously injured after the crash
09/08/2024

A cyclist was seriously injured after the crash

Police are calling on witnesses to a crash to come forward

There are plans for the former luxury hotel in Vale
09/08/2024

There are plans for the former luxury hotel in Vale

There are plans for the former luxury hotel

Make sure your licence is legal
09/08/2024

Make sure your licence is legal

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

Have you visited?
09/08/2024

Have you visited?

The first mobile sauna in Barry has been partly funded by the Development Bank of Wales.

It can be extremely annoying
09/08/2024

It can be extremely annoying

The motoring experts at Group 1 Automotive have explained why your car alarm might be going off randomly.

Don't assume you're in the clear as soon as you're past it
09/08/2024

Don't assume you're in the clear as soon as you're past it

The highest speed recorded by drivers accelerating after speed cameras in 30mph zones was 57mph

We're in for a scorcher
09/08/2024

We're in for a scorcher

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a heat health alert as the Met Office forecasts temperatures of up to 33C in the coming days.

There has been some big claims made about the new school
09/08/2024

There has been some big claims made about the new school

The school is currently being built in lower Cosmeston

Some people were left perplexed by what the klaxon sounds meant
09/08/2024

Some people were left perplexed by what the klaxon sounds meant

The leak occurred at their site off Cardiff Road in June

Apparently, it's one of the most sought after areas to live. See where
08/08/2024

Apparently, it's one of the most sought after areas to live. See where

Port Talbot has been revealed as one of the most sought after places to live by the coast in a study by Rightmove.

It's important to know the signs
08/08/2024

It's important to know the signs

Roshni Patel, Optometrist and Head of Professional Services at Lenstore, has shared some causes of blurred vision and how to prevent it in the…

Be careful if walking your beloved pooches
08/08/2024

Be careful if walking your beloved pooches

Head Vet Sean McCormack has offered insight into the dangers of plant fertiliser for dogs and how to keep them safe.

The vandalism has been fixed
08/08/2024

The vandalism has been fixed

The mural had been vandalised earlier in the week.

Police are investigating the circumstances of the crash
08/08/2024

Police are investigating the circumstances of the crash

The crash occurred yesterday evening, Wednesday, August 7

Interesting!
08/08/2024

Interesting!

A distillery has created a limited-edition gin to help a charity.

Glad everyone is ok
08/08/2024

Glad everyone is ok

The Prince of Wales Bridge was shut for almost two hours this morning after a car crashed into a stationary lorry. Ambulance and critical care units…

Did you know it's the day to celebrate your feline friends? 🐈🐈
08/08/2024

Did you know it's the day to celebrate your feline friends? 🐈🐈

It's International Cat Day on August 8, 2024! Why not make a DIY cat scratcher or enter our competition to win an award for cutest cat in Gwent?

A tough winter could lie in store
08/08/2024

A tough winter could lie in store

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get the Winter Fuel Payment

It's a nightmare for many of us, but there is a way out
08/08/2024

It's a nightmare for many of us, but there is a way out

Group 1 Automotive has explained exactly what you should do if you have lost your car keys.

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Absolutely shocking scenes in Barry. More in the link in comments

Talk PANTS today
Talk PANTS today

Do you know what to say to keep your child safe from sexual abuse? Talk #PANTS can help you start the conversation - without using any scary words or even mentioning sex. https://trib.al/XTKSXRf #NSPCC

Saturday evening at the amazing GlastonBarry 2024!

GlastonBARRY 2024

Procession starts to celebrate Barry teen Osian Jones life, going through Barry, Sully and Penarth.

Tribute to Osian Jones through Barry and Penarth

Dare you to try this! The Mega Spin is at Barry Island Leasure Park over the summer holidays!! Read more in the article, link in comments

Calling 14-18 year olds! Have you got ambitions of being a journalist? 😍 The Young Reporter Scheme - in partnership with Newsquest - is a schools programme giving students in school years 10, 11, 12 and 13 an opportunity to write for a real live online newspaper. Registrations are open ahead of September's new intake. For more information and how to register, head to the Young Reporter website ▶ https://trib.al/ijqnr83 Here's a sneak peek at what the Young Reporter Scheme has to offer 👇

It was a great evening at Cadstock today. Don't miss out and check out day two of the free music festival tomorrow!!

Day one of Cadstock free music festival 2024 in Barry!!

Cadstock music festival 2024 day 1

What do we think people? This is a mural of Gavin and Stacey characters painted to the side of a house in Dinas Powys. Does it look like them? Read more about the story at barryanddistrictnews.co.uk

Build your baby's brain every day. Sign up for free brain-building tips with Look Say Sing Play #LookSaySingPlay #NSPCC

Heading out tonight? Thinking of where to go for a drink? Why not try this new cocktail bar in Barry! Read more about it and what it's like in the link in comments.

Now for something entirely different (to the General Election). Actor Timothy Spall was at this Vale hot-spot filming a new BBC series yesterday, July 3, (he's in the car BTW...) Read more in the link in comments.

Ouch! It's a short video, but it's impressive. Watch as Barry Island's very own Beth Hodges drags her bare hands down a nettle plant to rip off all the nettle leaves before eating them! If you haven't read this story yet, check it out on B&D news, link in comments.

It's almost complete! Finally!! What do we think of the walk way built in front of flats on the Waterfront development next to Ffordd y Mileniwm?

Are you a budding journalist? Register to the Young Reporter Scheme
Are you a budding journalist? Register to the Young Reporter Scheme

Calling 14-18 year olds! Have you got ambitions of being a journalist? The Young Reporter Scheme - in partnership with Newsquest - is a schools programme giving students in school years 10, 11, 12 and 13 an opportunity to write for a real live online newspaper. Registrations are open ahead of September's new intake. For more information and how to register, head to the Young Reporter website ▶ https://trib.al/liKx6Mz See what former Young Reporter students have to say about the scheme 👇

We went to new pizza restaurant Front Room. While we were there the lovely Shana poured us an ice cream! Front Room ain't 'any old pizza and beer joint'. Find out more about the uniqueness of this Barry restaurant (clue: the flour they use to make the dough) in the link in comments.

Childhood Day Move a Mile
Childhood Day Move a Mile

Heard of NSPCC #ChildhoodDay Mile? You can walk it, wheel it, or space hopper it - the possibilities are endless! On Friday 7 June, join the thousands of people moving a mile and raising money to help keep children safe. Sign up now 👉 https://trib.al/lMdw4WI

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