Barry Seaside Town Rocked by Early Morning Brawl
A massive street fight erupted in Barry, Wales, early Sunday, with shirtless men brawling on Broad Street; police arrived but participants had fled.
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Mum's holiday itch led to skin cancer diagnosis
Julie Phillips-Spurway, from Barry, discovered melanoma after a persistent itch on her shoulder while on a family skiing holiday in 2022.
Barry Island Eyesore Transforms into Morio Lounge
A derelict 100-year-old toilet block on Barry Island has been transformed into Morio Lounge, a new café-bar with coastal views, creating 30 jobs.
Beloved Welsh Holiday Park Vanishes Without Trace
Butlins Barry Island, one of the UK's largest holiday camps, closed in 1996 and was demolished. Today, a housing estate and grassland occupy the site, with no trace of the former resort.
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Butlins Barry Island Closed, Now a Housing Estate
Butlins holiday camp on Barry Island, open for 30 years, closed in 1996 and was demolished. The site is now a housing estate with no trace of the once-popular resort.
Barry Waterfront Watersports Centre and 100 Homes Approved
Outline plans for a watersports centre and up to 100 homes at Barry Waterfront were approved by Vale of Glamorgan council's planning committee by a vote of 9-7, despite criticism over reduced economic benefits and increased housing numbers.
Vale Council Criticised for £7m Road Repair Spend
Vale of Glamorgan Council spent over £7m on external road repair contracts from 2022-2025, drawing criticism from councillors who question value for money and highlight poor road conditions.
Barry Island Restaurant Opening in Former Toilet Block
Morio Lounge, a new restaurant and bar in a former 1920s toilet block at Barry Island, opens July 11 after power delays, creating 30 jobs.
Drug dealer with Gucci bag ordered to pay £18k
Jack Finch, 20, caught with cocaine, cannabis, and £11,445 in cash after dangerous driving in Barry. Ordered to pay £18,303 under Proceeds of Crime Act.
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Craft Republic: Perfect Waterfront Bar Near Barry Island Beach
Craft Republic, an independent bar a 10-minute walk from Barry Island, offers stunning sea views, 14 draught beers, and extensive non-alcoholic options. Awarded UK's Best Independent Craft Beer Bar 2022.
Man arrested after Barry town centre brawl
A 36-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of affray after a brawl involving dozens of people broke out in Barry town centre in the early hours of Sunday.
Barry sinkhole appears for third time, residents worried
A sinkhole on Coronation Street in Barry has opened up three times in a week despite repairs, leaving residents concerned about underlying issues.
Lee Scarfe made £545,000 from crime, pays back £4,860
A man involved in a cocaine supply line benefitted by over half a million pounds but was ordered to pay back just £4,860 after a Proceeds of Crime Act hearing.
Dozens involved in street brawl in Barry
Police are investigating after dozens of people were involved in a street brawl on Broad Street, Barry, in the early hours of Sunday.
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Barry Road Closed After Assault, Man Arrested
A 43-year-old man is in hospital with a serious head injury after an assault on Skomer Road, Barry. A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of GBH. Road remains closed.
Man Arrested After Barry Assault Leaves One with Serious Head Injury
A 43-year-old man suffered a serious head injury in an alleged assault on Skomer Road, Barry. A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. Police appeal for witnesses.
Man Arrested in Barry Town Centre Knife Incident
A 27-year-old man was arrested in Barry town centre on Thursday after police received reports of a man with a knife on Holton Road. No injuries were reported.
Man Attacked with Beer Bottle Outside Pub Sentenced
Jordan Gregory, 23, attacked Owen Harvey with a beer bottle outside a pub after a threat against his daughter. He also led police on a chase, had cocaine and cannabis, and was sentenced to 34 months suspended.
Police Search for Jacob Swan After Barry Assault
Police are searching for 36-year-old Jacob Swan after an alleged assault in Barry. A cordon was in place on Friars Road as officers investigate the incident.
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Barry Man Jailed 10 Years for Rape and Assault
Toby Rogers, 34, of Barry, has been jailed for 10 years for rape, assault by penetration, assault by beating, and criminal damage. The victim speaks out about the impact.
Historic Barry Victorian building could become daycare centre
Broad Island House, a Victorian building in Barry in 'very poor state of repair', could become a daycare facility for adults with disabilities under new plans.
Barry Island: Wales' 'worst' seaside town deserves a second chance
Barry Island, ranked second-worst seaside town in Wales by Which?, has undergone a revival thanks to Gavin & Stacey tourism and investment, offering beaches, coastal walks, and nostalgic charm.
Brown foam in Barry is algae, not sewage, says NRW
Brown foam spotted in Barry waterfront is caused by algae, not sewage, Natural Resources Wales confirms after investigation.
Firefighters Battle Blaze at Former Aberthaw Power Station for 15 Hours
Firefighters spent over 15 hours tackling a major blaze at the former Aberthaw Power Station in Wales, with thick smoke forcing residents to keep windows closed. The fire reignited after appearing under control.
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Fire at Aberthaw Power Station Prompts Safety Warning
A large fire broke out at the former Aberthaw Power Station in Barry, South Wales. Eight fire engines are on scene, and residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke.
Fire at Aberthaw Power Station: Close Windows
A large fire at Aberthaw Power Station near Barry prompts South Wales Fire and Rescue Service to advise residents to keep windows and doors closed due to heavy smoke.
Hepatitis A outbreak in Barry ongoing, health advice issued
Health officials confirm hepatitis A outbreak in Barry is ongoing, urging hand hygiene and vaccination to prevent further spread.
Barry Island Packed as Temperatures Hit 31C; Heatwave to Last Days
Barry Island saw crowds as temperatures reached 31C on Saturday. The Met Office forecasts the heatwave to continue into the coming week, with highs near 30C across Wales.
Rockfall Warning at Barry's Jackson's Bay Beach
A large rockfall at Jackson's Bay in Barry, Wales, has prompted a safety warning as a 30C heatwave increases rockfall risk. Council urges visitors to avoid cliffs.
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TV Journalist Turns Lockdown Pizza Hobby into Business
Steve Francis taught himself to make Neapolitan pizza during lockdown and now runs Backyard Dough Co, a sell-out pre-order pop-up from his Barry back garden.
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