Subscribe
Sign in
Home
Notes
Archive
About
Latest
Top
Discussions
From wasteland to wildlife haven: Community volunteers in Merthyr Tydfil win Green Flag Award
After 18 months of hard work, the Cyfarthfa Ward Community Group transformed a neglected, litter-strewn patch of land in Castle Park into an…
Jul 22
•
Lauren Crosby Medlicott
1
"The lowest paid people are paying the price": The 200 jobs being cut by the University of South Wales
Unison is preparing for a formal dispute with the University of South Wales, arguing compulsory job cuts should target management rather than…
Jul 19
•
Lauren Crosby Medlicott
1
1
"It's our future": Year 6 pupils inspire Caerphilly's deforestation pledge
After weeks of researching deforestation around the world, Year 6 pupils at Waunfawr Primary School helped influence a landmark sustainability decision.
Jul 15
•
Lauren Crosby Medlicott
1
"It’s all coming down to a number on a budget, rather than the safety of our children."
Families of children in Rhondda Cynon Taf are worried about the ongoing safety impacts of the changes to free school transportation.
Jul 12
•
Lauren Crosby Medlicott
1
1
Are there only two HMOs in Merthyr Tydfil?
A Freedom of Information request revealed there are only two mandatory licensed Houses in Multiple Occupation in the Merthyr Tydfil Borough.
Jul 8
•
Lauren Crosby Medlicott
1
"No need to ask or explain": Peppers' owner in Aberdare offers free meals with dignity
Golbarg Lak, owner of Peppers Restaurant in Aberdare, is using her thriving business to give back to the community and reduce food waste.
Jul 5
•
Lauren Crosby Medlicott
1
2
Merthyr Tydfil Council brings 170 empty homes back into use - but hundreds remain vacant
The Annual Empty Property Strategy Report was recently reviewed by Councillors. Is the Council on track to meet its target of bringing 200 long-term…
Jul 1
•
Lauren Crosby Medlicott
1
June 2026
"What will Caerphilly Council say if a child is harmed walking to school?"
In September, children in Caerphilly County could be forced to walk up to six miles a day to and from school.
Jun 28
•
Lauren Crosby Medlicott
1
1
Revealed: £11,000 spent on hedgehog road safety signs in Merthyr Tydfil
Will signs save the lives of the spiky, endangered species?
Jun 24
•
Lauren Crosby Medlicott
2
1
Who are the candidates standing in the Merthyr Tydfil by-election?
The Valleys Lead contacted all six candidates standing in the Dowlais and Pant by-election, asking each the same four questions to help you make a…
Jun 21
•
Lauren Crosby Medlicott
1
1
Who benefits from extracting coal from Bedwas spoil tips?
There are concerns that potential plans to extract coal from spoil tips in Bedwas will be detrimental for the environment and residents.
Jun 17
•
Lauren Crosby Medlicott
1
Mother in Merthyr Tydfil whose son died in Pontsticill Reservoir raises awareness of risks
Maxine Johnson spoke to The Valleys Lead about the dangers of open water after the death of her 15-year-old son.
Jun 14
•
Lauren Crosby Medlicott
1
1
This site requires JavaScript to run correctly. Please
turn on JavaScript
or unblock scripts
