Cardiff is third-worst in Wales for carbon emissions
Only Neath Port Talbot and Flintshire released more CO2 than Cardiff in 2018 CARDIFF is the third worst local authority in Wales... Read More
Organisers ‘blown away’ as online autism summit goes global
Positive PDA virtual event accessed by over 4,000 people across six continents THE organisers of a summit aimed to promote understanding of... Read More
Net Zero carbon target a long way off, new data reveals
‘Clean Air Zone’ crucial for Cardiff, say environment campaigners CARBON (CO2) emissions in Cardiff are the third highest of any Welsh local authority, according to the newly-released monitoring... Read More
Meet the ex-soldier running 2,500 miles to every EFL stadium for charity
Runner Nathan Richardson will visit Rodney Parade, Cardiff City Stadium and Swansea’s Liberty Stadium next week for Mind and SuperJosh FORMER soldier turned mechanical engineer and runner, Nathan... Read More
‘Sim racing’ is saving grace of an industry gripped by coronavirus
When lockdown measures brought race fixtures to a standstill, it helped motorsport fans get their adrenaline fix THE coronavirus lockdown has meant... Read More
Cardiff Blues: Stats suggest returning Rhys Carré will make big impact
Wales prop signs for his boyhood club after a year at Saracens Rhys Carré has recently confirmed his immediate return to Cardiff... Read More
Lack of diverse apprentices blamed on careers advice
Fewer than 3.5% of apprenticeships in Wales are started by people from BAME backgrounds – and charity says advisors are not impartial... Read More
Number of Welsh speakers rises for fourth year in a row
There are an estimated 85,400 in Cardiff, says the latest annual population survey THE number of Welsh speakers has increased for the... Read More
Number of trainee teachers in Wales continues to decline
Primary and secondary schools below their target, warns union THE number of new trainee teachers in Wales is declining and below target... Read More
Covid lockdown has increased use of fitness apps
“I have no excuses not to exercise as I’m not busy at work or University,” says Elle Gulliford, Cardiff student EXERCISE levels... Read More
Protests continue in fight to save Whitchurch nature spot
‘Yes to Velindre, no to Meadows destruction,’ say campaigners PROTESTERS striving to save the Northern Meadows in Whitchurch from intended development say they will keep fighting until the proposed location... Read More
Green recovery from pandemic ‘best option for Wales’
Tackling climate crisis is great way to rebuild economy, say experts As the Welsh Government considers how to recover from the pandemic,... Read More
Gardening will lead to NHS savings, says expert
Health benefits of horticulture could cut down GP appointments and support recovery THE positive impact gardening has on mental and physical well-being... Read More
Cardiff churches live-stream to reach worshippers
Some may open for private prayer, says Welsh Government NEW rules published by the Welsh Government have lifted the ban on weddings... Read More
Men’s Sheds: Volunteers in Rhiwbina making PPE during lockdown
The number of Men’s Sheds in the UK has nearly doubled in past four years THE Den, a Men’s Shed in Rhiwbina,... Read More
Protesters demand justice a year after Shukri Abdi’s death
PROTESTERS gathered outside the Senedd in Cardiff Bay to pay tribute to a 12-year-old Somalian refugee who drowned in the River Irwell... Read More
Petition to prevent Roath lake closing due to toxic algae
Call for long-term solution to stop ‘jewel in the crown’ of city parks shutting for third summer THREE Liberal Democrat councillors have... Read More
Three Penarth women to tackle a marathon this weekend
Trio were due to take part in Walk the Walk’s charity Moonwalk on Saturday A MARATHON walk is a challenge that three... Read More
Man climbs to height of Everest base camp using stairs
He travelled 2,520 metres over three days while in isolation to raise money for charity A MAN has completed the equivalent of... Read More
Pentyrch man makes safety visors for frontline workers
£6,500 raised for materials in less than a week A PENTYRCH man has set up a voluntary project to make vital safety equipment for local key workers during the... Read More
Cardiff and Vale blood donors urged to travel to temporary hubs
Donating classed as ‘essential travel’, confirms Welsh Blood Service WELSH Blood Service (WBS) has launched a new donation hub system and is asking registered donors in the Cardiff... Read More
Garden charity posts free seed packs to homes during lockdown
‘There’s something about growing seeds that is very hopeful,’ says Isla Horton, director of Grow Cardiff A CARDIFF charity is posting free seed packets to people who want to grow fruit,... Read More
Crowdfunder for Welsh artists hit by shutdown
Events cancelled due to coronavirus are moving online ONE online crowdfunder in Wales has already raised over £2,700 to help artists and... Read More
Family on community litter pick find 18-inch machete
Cardiff Council plans to make improvements to Llanishen Park to improve facilities and increase security A FAMILY found a machete in a pond in... Read More
Cardiff’s teenage pregnancies drop for fourth year
Data reflects a national trend where the numbers have fallen 18% since 2015 THE number of teenage pregnancies in Cardiff has fallen... Read More
Stereophonics fan “might end up regretting” ‘Coronavirus gig’
Frontman Kelly Jones joked about the disease on stage as fans queued to wash their hands A STEREOPHONICS fan admitted he may... Read More
‘Laundry Quarter’ to rise from site of demolished 160-year-old building
The new housing development in Canton hopes to tell the story of the site’s history A FORMER laundry site which served Pontcanna... Read More
How to keep dogs happy without walkies during isolation
RSPCA issues range of advice even for those not yet affected by Coronavirus THE RSPCA has issued advice for pet owners who... Read More
Penarth businesses unite to help people in isolation
Umpa Lumpa Sweet Shop, Foxy’s Deli and Griffin Books are offering delivery services during the Coronavirus outbreak Residents and businesses in Penarth... Read More
Cardiff venues close following UK Government advice
Wales Millennium Centre and Clwb Ifor Bach are among the venues that closed Cardiff, like the rest of the UK, responded to... Read More