Bridgend County
Labour accused of dirty tricks as row over future of Maesteg Hospital intensifies
A political row has erupted over the future of Maesteg Community Hospital, with campaigners, politicians and the health board trading…
Detectives reopen hunt for killer who murdered taxi driver Jack Armstrong 47 years ago
Detectives have issued a fresh appeal for information on the brutal, unsolved murder of taxi driver John “Jack” Armstrong —…
Family‑run Nathaniel Cars to create 40 new jobs after £6.2m funding boost
Bridgend‑based Nathaniel Cars is creating 40 new jobs as part of its biggest expansion in 45 years after securing a…
Bridgend kitchen firm expands production after securing council-backed funding
A long‑established Welsh kitchen manufacturer has boosted its production capacity after securing support from Bridgend County Borough Council and the…
Bus routes restored for Pen‑y‑Fai, Kenfig Pool and Mawdlam after deal struck
Bus services through Pen‑y‑Fai, Kenfig Pool and Mawdlam are being reinstated after Bridgend Council reached an agreement with First Cymru…
Bridgend trio jailed after attacking man with metal pole, baseball bat and walking stick
Three people from Bridgend have been jailed after carrying out a broad‑daylight attack in North Cornelly that was caught on…
Maesteg dad who “hit rock bottom” turns to boxing to rebuild his confidence
A father from Maesteg says stepping into a boxing ring has helped him rebuild his confidence after a period of…
Bridgend Council plans 4.95% council tax rise and greater use of AI in £550m budget
Bridgend Council is planning a near‑5% rise in council tax and a major shift towards using AI to run more…
Firefighters and young farmers raise thousands after postman’s near‑fatal heart tear
A Kenfig Hill postman who walked up to 12 miles a day had no idea he was living with a…
Bridgend man sentenced for two fly-tipping Offences
Neath Port Talbot Council has successfully prosecuted a Bridgend male for two fly-tipping offences, following a thorough investigation by its…