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Weekly newspaper covering the towns of Ruthin, Denbigh, St Asaph, Llangollen, Corwen and Bala, and all the villages inbetween.

22/11/2024

"Not everyone is lucky enough to be able to cook a Christmas meal."

22/11/2024

The latest figures 👇

New figures from the Ministry of Justice reveal the number of prisoners released early under the End of Custody Supervised Licence (ECSL) scheme.

22/11/2024

A great night for music fans 🎸

Eve Goodman, who writes and performs in both Welsh and English, will take the stage at Prestatyn Constitutional Club on Friday, November 29, as part…

22/11/2024

“Conditions have been difficult throughout the week."

22/11/2024

“Services, as a whole, continue to overspend."

Denbighshire’s cabinet were warned that the council’s services are currently facing a £2.8 million budget overspend.

22/11/2024

"An absolutely wonderful lady."

Dr Jane Green, who worked at a surgery in Oswestry, took her own life

22/11/2024

Events will provide insights into job roles, skills and pay📋

A series of free events have been launched to help Denbighshire residents explore career options.

22/11/2024

“Choosing to drive when impaired by drugs is dangerous and unacceptable."

22/11/2024

Take care

The carriageway is currently closed, Traffic Wales has said

22/11/2024

A warning has been issued to residents.

A warning has been issued about a winter fuel payment scam in Denbighshire.

22/11/2024

Well done Ceri! 👏

A music therapist from Bylchau has won a prestigious award at the Wales Care Awards.

22/11/2024

Good morning, everyone!
It's beginning to look a lot like...NO! TOO SOON!
This photo was taken by Camera Club member Rae Seaman after the recent snowfall.

21/11/2024

Goodnight from the team.
This photo was taken by Camera Club's Ruth Davies, who added: "Castell Dinas Bran - taken during the golden hour".

21/11/2024

“It’s just nice to put smiles on children’s faces. Nobody wants to be in hospital over Christmas.”

21/11/2024

This looks great for communities

Community centres and venues are being invited to apply for new furniture and IT equipment.

21/11/2024

Youngsters in Ruthin plant wildflowers to help nature recover 🌸

Youngsters in Ruthin are actively supporting efforts to secure a better future for local nature.

21/11/2024

Former Labour Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott has passed away at the age of 86 after a battle with Alzheimer's, his family has announced.

Former Labour Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott has died at the age of 86

21/11/2024

The latest weather warning for the region 🥶

A yellow weather warning for snow and ice has been issued by the Met Office affecting North Wales.

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NORTH WALES The Crown Prosecution Service in North Wales has released footage of a drunk driver reversing with a woman on the bonnet of his car in Rhyl. Glen Wilson’s actions, early on September 26, left Lisa Dutton “aching all over”, after he had been drinking for several hours prior. Wilson, 30, of Llys Y Castell, was jailed for a year at Mold Crown Court having previously admitted dangerous driving and drink-driving.

Beverly Callard at the launch of Cinderella at Rhyl Pavilion

Who doesn't love a panto! 👠 We've been at the launch of Cinderella at Rhyl Pavilion today. Here's a message from "Wicked Stepmother" Beverly Callard!

Campaigners took over the summit of Moel Famau to demand the Crown Estate gives control of almost £1bn of Welsh assets to the Senedd. Pro-independence group YesCymru organised the protest to support a motion by Gwynedd County Council this month calling for control of the monarchy's property assets to be handed over to the Welsh Parliament.

Rest in peace Liam Payne. Thoughts go out to those who loved you, your family, your friends, your One Direction brothers and the Directioners and to your son Bear 💔

Here are the winners of the North Wales Education Awards 2024! The awards celebrate schools, staff and pupils in Denbighshire and Conwy. Read more about the winners here 👇 https://trib.al/2AEBGxj

Sir Alan Bates, the leading campaigner for subpostmasters in the Post Office Horizon IT scandal, receives his knighthood

Congratulations, SIR Alan Bates! Well deserved 👏

Calling 14-18 year olds! Do you want to be a journalist? 😍

📢 Are you aged 14 to 18 with 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. Since 2008, the scheme has given thousands of students huge advantages through this unique opportunity. For more information and how to register, head to the Young Reporter website ➡️ www.youngreporter.co.uk This could be the start of your career as a journalist! 🤩

Remember the NSPCC in your Will

It’s so difficult to keep children safe when the world is changing so fast – bringing with it new dangers. We know just how much of a challenge it is – because we’ve been fighting to protect children for 140 years. By leaving a gift to the NSPCC in your Will, you’ll help ensure we’re always there for children. You’ll help us give support, guidance and protection – when it’s needed most. Find out more about gifts in Wills to the NSPCC today. Request your free gifts in Wills guide. https://trib.al/32TkCQp

NORTH WALES NEWS Monty Python stars Michael Palin and Terry Gilliam have helped launch a £120,000 campaign to create a statue of fellow Python Terry Jones in his home town of Colwyn Bay 🦶 The duo visited the town with Jones' children Sally and Bill to kick-off the Python on the Prom fundraiser with the Conwy Arts Trust, visiting Colwyn Bay's famous pier before hosting a Q&A at a special showing of Monty Python and the Holy Grail at Theatr Colwyn.