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Taff Trail upgrades in Llandaff North
According to Cardiff Council, the scheme will be completed by March 2026 “under the current timeline”.
New playground rolls into town with a twist
The upgraded play area now includes a puzzles-and-games-themed zone and accessible equipment for children of all ages and abilities.
Dog attack training exercise to ensure schools are “fully prepared”
The exercise took place at Oakfield Primary School, St Mellons and was run along with the school and Cardiff Council.
Man sentenced to just over one year for crash that killed teen
On July 17, Christopher West, 42, was sentenced to one year and four months in prison at Cardiff Crown Court.
Rescue dogs become “perfect additions” to police team
Cocker spaniel, Max, and collie spaniel cross, Chase, have joined the dog’s section of South Wales Police.
Grants awarded to county-wide community sports clubs
In total, £200,000 has been awarded to clubs through the scheme, which was delivered by Cardiff Council in partnership with Cardiff Met Sport.
Primary school celebrates 50th anniversary with 70’s bash
Glyncoed Primary School pupils, staff, and alumni donned retro outfits to honour the founding of the school.
Police appeal for information on man after serious assault
The force add that the “public are urged not to approach him directly” but instead call 999.
New cycle parking lockers in city centre
The first phase of the project will start on August 1 with six lockers installed near Cardiff Castle.
Council seeks local group to give bowling green new lease of life
Local businesses, sports clubs and community groups can lease a former sport site in Llandaff North.
Grants available to help tackle period poverty
Third sector organisations can apply for for funding up to £2,000 to help improve access to period products.
2,500 bikes could hit city streets as part of “safer” hire scheme
Cardiff Council has confirmed plans to launch a new electric cycle hire initiative in Spring 2026.
“Stunning” affordable family homes in former office building
A mix of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments now available for tenants in the former officer building, Scott Harbour, in Cardiff Bay.
Heroin and crack-cocaine drug dealer jailed
Matthew Jones, 29, was sentenced to six years and nine months in prison on June 27 at Cardiff Crown Court.
‘Wonder wall’ unveiled as Oasis kick off world tour
The artwork was made using 3,000 bucket hats and unveiled on 30 June at St David’s Cardiff.
Booklet launches to help families care for sick children
‘A Family Guide to Keeping Your Child Healthy and Common Childhood Illnesses’ is a free, booklet with simple and practical advice.
Pupils help create striking football mural
A pitch-sized mural of Cardiff-born Jess Fishlock was unveiled last month - making history in the process.
Two million passengers use new city bus station
The new station opened on 30 June 2024 nine years after the old one was demolished.
Burglar jailed after nine-day crime spree
Mark Burnell pleaded guilty to three burglaries, three attempted burglaries and multiple counts of fraud by false representation.
“Tragic case”: Man, 21, sentenced for murder of father-of-three
Georgie Tannetta, of Trowbridge, will be jailed for a minimum of 22 years after being sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court on 27 June.