Maesteg4 days agoHas the cost of living made this town lose faith in politics?Although there's just five weeks to go before Wales takes to the polls, Senedd election fever is yet to hit Maesteg's bustling high street.4 days ago5 days agoRising costs are changing shopping habits in one of Wales' poorest areasShoppers are paying in cash to keep finances in check, not buying in bulk, and investing in higher-value items.5 days ago23 Feb 2026I'm a doctor but will never be able to pay off my ever-growing student debtDr Jack Tagg had accrued £14,000 in interest on his loan before he had even finished his studies.23 Feb 20264 Feb 2026Pub's Sunday lunch meat 'likely' cause after 43 people fall ill An investigation into the food poisoning previously found the illness was caused by Clostridium perfringens.4 Feb 202610 Dec 2025Pub Sunday lunch leaves 43 sick with food poisoningClostridium perfringens, which causes stomach cramps and diarrhoea, was found to be the cause of the outbreak.10 Dec 202511 Sep 2025Arrest after swastikas painted in townA 19-year-old man has been arrested after swastikas were spray painted in public spaces.11 Sep 202517 Jul 2025Two taken to hospital after crash on residential road Several parked cars were hit by the car, while two people have been taken to hospital to be assessed.17 Jul 202522 Jun 2025Woman arrested after pedestrian killed in crashA 73-year-old woman is arrested after a fatal crash early on Sunday.22 Jun 202515 Jun 2025Man Tasered and weapon seized after 'shots fired'A man was arrested and an "air weapon" seized after police received reports of "shots being fired".15 Jun 2025...
