Merthyr Tydfil Seeks Fairness in Council Tax Reforms
Merthyr Tydfil council calls for clarity on Welsh Government's funding formula reforms, seeking assurances that changes will not disadvantage local communities.
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Merthyr General Hospital to be demolished for housing
Trivallis confirms plans to demolish the deteriorated former Merthyr General Hospital and redevelop the site into new homes, addressing safety concerns and housing demand.
Merthyr Tydfil Council Alters Community Alarm Charges
Merthyr Tydfil Council reduces Lifeline equipment purchase cost from £195 to £95 but raises installation, monitoring, and replacement fees for 2026-27 amid digital switchover.
Welsh Synagogue Gets £4m Lottery Boost for Restoration
The oldest surviving synagogue in Wales, Merthyr Tydfil Synagogue, has received nearly £4m from The National Lottery Heritage Fund for a full restoration after being empty for 20 years.
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Merthyr Tydfil Council Rejects Taxi Licence Fee Hike
Merthyr Tydfil Council has voted to keep taxi licence fees unchanged after a consultation revealed strong opposition from the trade and public, who feared increases would lead to higher fares for passengers.
Oldest Welsh Synagogue Gets £4M for Restoration
Merthyr Tydfil Synagogue, abandoned for 20 years, receives £3.9m National Lottery funding to become Wales' national centre for Jewish history.
Chaos as crowds storm estate after child sex abuse allegation
Angry crowds stormed Gurnos estate in Merthyr Tydfil after a 23-year-old man was arrested over child sexual exploitation allegation. Police issued a section 35 order.
Protest in Merthyr Tydfil After Child Abuse Arrest
A large protest erupted on the Gurnos estate in Merthyr Tydfil after a 23-year-old man was arrested for allegedly causing or inciting child sexual exploitation.
Drug driver crashes during police chase in Merthyr Tydfil
Liam Ford, banned from driving, led police on a 15-minute chase before crashing on icy roads. He and passenger Daniel Barnham fled but were arrested and jailed.
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Fire at Former School in Merthyr Tydfil
Emergency services respond to a large fire at the former Ysgol Y Graig primary school in Merthyr Tydfil, advising residents to close doors and windows due to smoke.
Paedophile Gets 18 Months for Grooming Decoy Girl
Neville Braithwaite, 48, who sent sexual messages to a decoy he believed was 14, claimed he wanted trouble. He was jailed for 18 months.
Mother's Heartbreak as Daughter's Memorial Bench Set on Fire
A grieving mother describes the devastation of finding her daughter Bethannie Booth's memorial bench destroyed by arson, saying it felt like watching her take her last breath again.
Teen Arrested After Knife Incident at Welsh School
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested after a disturbance at Afon Taf High School in Merthyr Tydfil, reportedly involving a knife. He was released on bail pending further enquiries.
Woman, 58, Breaks Man's Leg in Pub Attack Over Parking Row
Beverley Wright, 58, broke a man's leg in a pub attack over a historic parking dispute. She was sentenced to 16 weeks suspended jail and ordered to pay £1,000 compensation.
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Driver hits 80mph in 20mph zone, gets suspended sentence
Sean Howells, 30, drove at 80mph in a 20mph zone to evade police, crashing into a patrol car. He received a suspended jail term and two-year driving ban.
Driver Hits 80mph in 20mph Zone During Police Chase
Sean Howells, 30, drove at four times the speed limit, reaching 80mph in a 20mph zone, before crashing into a police car in Merthyr Tydfil. He received a suspended jail term.
Family Mourns Zoe Marie Dixon After Homicide
Zoe Marie Dixon, 35, died from a blunt head injury. Partner Nathan Thomas found dead at reservoir. Police treat case as homicide.
Woman Dies After Assault, Man Found Dead at Reservoir
Zoe Dixon, 35, died from a traumatic head injury after a serious assault in Merthyr Tydfil. A 39-year-old man was later found dead at Pontsticill Reservoir. Police treat the case as homicide.
Mum, 35, Died from Head Injury After Assault: Inquest
Zoe Marie Dixon, 35, died six days after being admitted to hospital with a blunt head injury including a skull fracture. A homicide investigation is underway.
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Mother dies after hammer attack, partner dead at reservoir
Zoe Marie Dixon, 35, died six days after a hammer attack at her home in Merthyr Tydfil. Her partner Nathan Thomas, 39, was found dead at Pontsticill Reservoir. Police treat the case as domestic-related homicide.
Joseph Parry's cottage to close until April 2027
Joseph Parry's Ironworker's Cottage in Merthyr Tydfil will close from August 1 until April 2027 for conservation works funded by Welsh Government.
Wales' Most Colourful House: Nature Mural Transforms Home
Wyndham Stokes transformed his semi-detached house in Merthyr into Wales' most colourful home with a nature mural, despite neighbours' disbelief. The five-day project by artist Matt Dey features birds, animals, and insects, drawing visitors from afar.
Merthyr Tydfil Suspends Fridge Collections
Merthyr Tydfil Council has suspended bulky waste collections for fridges and freezers from July 16 due to UK-wide reprocessing network restrictions, urging residents to use recycling centres or donate items.
Cyfarthfa Castle Prioritised After Failed £32m Lottery Bid
Cyfarthfa Castle redevelopment is the council's top heritage priority after a £32m National Lottery funding bid failed, with plans to resubmit.
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£1.5m UK Funding for Merthyr Tydfil: Playgrounds, Art, Buildings
Merthyr Tydfil Council plans to spend £1.5m from the UK Government's Pride in Place Impact Fund on playgrounds, public art, and building improvements by March 2027.
Cyfarthfa Castle Roof and Drainage Works Underway
Essential roof repairs and drainage improvements are underway at Cyfarthfa Castle in Merthyr Tydfil, funded by Cadw, the council, Welsh Government, and The Cyfarthfa Foundation, ensuring the historic site's preservation.
Merthyr Tydfil Play Areas Get £200k Refurbishment
Two play areas in Merthyr Tydfil—Troedyrhiw Park Central and Mount Pleasant—will each receive £100,000 for refurbishments, with an additional £60,000 for smaller improvements across the county borough.
Cyfarthfa Park and Castle: 160-Acre Welsh Gem with Lake and Spa
Cyfarthfa Park and Castle in Merthyr Tydfil offers 160 acres of history, a free museum, miniature railway, splash pad, and boutique spa, earning praise from visitors.
Labour Wins Merthyr Tydfil Seat from Reform UK in By-Election
Labour's Dean Barrett won the Dowlais and Pant by-election with 356 votes, defeating Reform UK and independents, increasing Labour's council seats to 15.
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Woman Desperate for Baby Found Sperm Donor on Facebook
Alannah Dunn, 22, from Wales, used Facebook to find a sperm donor for DIY insemination. After a miscarriage and a terminated pregnancy, she is fundraising for IVF.
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