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Wrexham’s King of Desserts unveils new manufacturing facility plans North Wales’ King of Desserts – Mr Tee – is planning to create a new manufacturing facility in Flintshire. Mr Tee – who’s real name is Imran Ashiq – is originally from Wrexham where he started his business selling elaborate and uniquely flavoured ice cream tubs and desserts. Now operating across the UK, he recently purchased the former Derby Cinema in Caergwrle and has now submitted plans to Flintshire County Council to transform the building into Mr Tee’s manufacturing hub.

Wrexham’s King of Desserts unveils new manufacturing facility plans

North Wales’ King of Desserts – Mr Tee – is planning to create a new manufacturing facility in Flintshire. Mr Tee – who’s real name is Imran Ashiq – is originally from Wrexham where he started his business selling elaborate and…

Plans to turn historic Ceiriog Valley mill into holiday let The vacant Grade II-listed Old Mill Welsh Shop in the Ceiriog Valley may soon be a welcome stop-over for travellers visiting the region v.1

Plans to turn historic Ceiriog Valley mill into holiday let

Meridian staff in Wrexham raise over £4,450 for Wales Air Ambulance Staff at a ‘nut butter manufacturer’ in Wrexham have raised more than £4,450 for Wales Air Ambulance, following a two-year partnership with the lifesaving charity The team at Meridian, part of SHS Group, selected Wales Air Ambulance as their site-nominated charity in 2023. Over the last two years employees at the factory on the Wrexham Industrial Estate have taken on multiple fundraising efforts, including mountain climbs, bake sales and volunteering initiatives. Staff also took on a virtual cycling challenge against other SHS sites, as well a creatings a recipe book, Halloween raffles and a popular monthly annual leave draw.

Meridian staff in Wrexham raise over £4,450 for Wales Air Ambulance

Uninsured vehicle seized at Chirk car boot sale An uninsured vehicle was seized by North Wales Police at a car boot sale as part of a joint operation with Wrexham Trading Standards. As part of the initiative, officers from North Wales Police Wrexham Rural and local Trading Standards attended the Chirk Car Boot on Sunday, 10 August. While on site, police searched a linked vehicle under Section 23 of the Misuse of Drugs Act. The vehicle was found to have no insurance and was seized from the site. A number of items were also seized during checks at the car boot.

Uninsured vehicle seized at Chirk car boot sale

Armed forces families in Wales given new freedoms over homes New measures giving armed forces families more freedoms to keep pets and personalise their homes are being introduced across Wales. The UK Government reforms, which will also allow tenants to run a business from home, will affect more than 800 military houses. Those already running a business will also benefit from a named housing officer, who can offer advice and support on processes, delivering on another promise set out in the Consumer Charter.

New measures giving armed forces families more freedoms to keep pets and personalise their homes are being introduced across Wales.

Horror returns to Cefn Mawr as Phantasmagoria festival marks fourth year Cefn Mawr will once again be the stage for spine-tingling cinema this autumn, as the Phantasmagoria Horror Film Festival returns for its fourth year from Friday 3 to Sunday 5 October 2025. The three-day event, held at George Edwards Hall near Wrexham, promises a packed programme of Welsh and international horror films, combining cult classics, new releases, and interactive events for fans of all ages. Festival-goers can expect an array of screenings and special appearances, including a Q&A with renowned screenwriter and author David McGillivray following a showing of his 1976 film House of Mortal Sin.

Horror returns to Cefn Mawr as Phantasmagoria festival marks fourth year!

Club look to repeat success of ‘Welsh for beginners’ course that features essential football phrases Wrexham AFC supporters now have another chance to kick-start their Welsh language journey during the 2025/26 season. Designed specifically for supporters, the sessions introduce basic conversational Welsh for beginners alongside essential football phrases, perfect for matchday and beyond. Last season, over 100 supporters took part in the club's in-person classes in Wrexham and our online classes, which reached supporters across the world including in Wales, the USA, Australia, Germany, and Canada.

"I learnt words I can use at the football not just here at the STōK Cae Ras, but also when I’m watching my children play"

Local police praise PCSO Jon Massie for dedication to Wrexham city centre Local police have praised their college who will be leaving the Wrexham City centre team. Wrexham Town policing team said, "After several dedicated years serving the Wrexham community, PCSO 3994 Jon Massie will be leaving his current role in the City Centre team as he moves on to a new department within the force. "Jon has been a tremendous asset to our team - not only through his proactive and consistent presence in the city centre, but also for the forward-thinking initiatives he introduced.

"Throughout his time on the patch, Jon has played a key role in tackling retail crime and has helped bring countless shoplifters to justice, making Wrexham a safer place for both businesses and the public"

Food firm shows “solidarity” with tourism industry in North Wales with new deal to support showcase Harlech Foodservice, which has a base in Chester as well as its headquarters in Criccieth, has struck a new three-year deal to support a major showcase for the tourism and hospitality industry in North Wales. The fast-growing food wholesaler will continue as headline sponsor of the Go North Wales Tourism Awards, underwriting the annual event up to 2027. This year’s awards ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, November 20, at Venue Cymru in Llandudno. Harlech Foodservice said the sponsorship package was its way of “showing solidarity” with a sector that has faced significant challenges during and since the Covid pandemic.

Food firm shows “solidarity” with tourism industry in North Wales with new deal to support showcase

Crimestoppers launches campaign to tackle violence and abuse against women and girls in Wales A campaign has been launched to raise awareness of and tackle violence and abuse against women and girls in Wales. Newly released figures from Crimestoppers Wales show that 56% more reports linked to domestic abuse were made between April and June 2025 compared to the same period last year. Separate Welsh Government data shows that violence against women and girls has increased by nearly 40% in just five years.

At least one in 12 women in Wales is affected by violence each year, with the real number likely to be much higher.

Four hospitalised following ‘major incident’ on A55 – further delays today as repairs carried out Four people were taken to hospital – one with serious injuries following a road traffic collision on the A55 yesterday afternoon. This morning North Wales Police told users on Meta only, "At 15:21hrs we received a report of a multi-vehicle collision on the A55 near Pentre Halkyn. "Officers attended and established that an artic lorry travelling in the eastbound carriageway had collided with two vehicles that were travelling in the westbound carriageway, and a major incident was declared.

Be aware if travelling today on the A55

Multi-million pound plan aims to transform North Wales’ digital future A multi-million pound scheme to improve digital connectivity across North Wales has been given the go-ahead. The £18.8m Advanced Wireless project, funded through the North Wales Growth Deal, will offer capital grants over the next four years to help private and public sector organisations invest in advanced wireless technologies. The initiative, part of Ambition North Wales’ wider Digital Connectivity Programme, aims to promote economic growth, sustainability, and job creation by encouraging businesses and organisations across the region to adopt innovative wireless solutions.

A multi-million pound scheme to improve digital connectivity across North Wales has been given the go-ahead.

Toffees’ fundraiser for Dynamic is a sweet success Everton football legends Derek Mountfield and Alan Stubbs helped raise £3,250 for a Wrexham charity at a sold-out fundraiser. Over 100 people attended the event at Gresford Colliery Social Club, organised by the Everton FC Supporters Club Wrexham Branch in aid of Dynamic, which provides services for children and young people with disabilities. The evening, sponsored by GMA Solicitors and Rawson Digital, included a hog roast, a raffle and an auction of Everton memorabilia. Funds for the evening were also boosted by local events organiser, Denzil Pemberton, who donated the profits from a recent Soul Night.

Toffees' fundraiser for Dynamic is a sweet success

Police-run bike safety sessions planned in Wrexham North Wales Police is urging motorcyclists to take part in its BikeSafe workshops, which run in September at venues across North Wales. The day-long sessions are designed to help riders improve their skills and reduce the risk of collisions. They include a morning of classroom-based theory, focusing on key causes of motorcycle crashes and possible solutions, followed by an observed ride where participants receive individual feedback. Workshops will take place on 7 September in Llay, 21 September in Colwyn Bay, and 24 September in Porthmadog. The programme is subsidised by North Wales Police and the North Wales Road Safety partnerships, with a cost of £84 per rider.

Police-run bike safety sessions planned in Wrexham

Former physiotherapist reflects on life-changing career at Nightingale House Hospice A former physiotherapist from Wrexham has reflected on nearly three decades of care, compassion and community that shaped her life and the lives of hundreds of patients. Helen Fisher joined Nightingale House Hospice, on Chester Road, "almost by accident" when it opened in the mid-1990s. She was offered a job-share as part of the new Physiotherapy Team after taking on a small physio role for a hospice day unit. The move kick-started a life-long dedication to Nightingale House, something Helen described as "something truly special." “It started almost by accident," said Helen.

Former physiotherapist reflects on life-changing career at Nightingale House Hospice

Four charged as part of investigation into child sexual exploitation Detectives investigating child sexual exploitation and trafficking offences in Denbighshire have charged four men following arrests on Thursday, 7 August. The men, aged between 24 and 60, face multiple serious charges linked to the ongoing investigation. Mustafa Iqbal, 42, of Trellewelyn Road, Rhyl, is charged with three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault, three counts of inciting a child under 16 to engage in sexual activity, six offences under the Modern Slavery Act, conspiracy to supply Class A and Class B drugs, possession of a firearm, and breach of a Slavery and Trafficking Risk Order.

Four charged as part of investigation into child sexual exploitation

Summer reading challenge launches across Wales’ libraries Libraries across Wales have launched the annual Summer Reading Challenge designed to encourage children to read during the school holidays. This year’s theme, ‘Story Garden’, invites young readers to explore magical creatures, wild tales and nature. To complete the challenge, children must read at least six books, choosing from stories, graphic novels, non-fiction, or audio books. Participants can unlock rewards and will receive a medal and certificate on completion.

This year’s theme, ‘Story Garden’, invites young readers to explore magical creatures, wild tales and nature.

Pendine residents enjoy sing-along at Wrexham National Eisteddfod A pioneering musician has given a powerful demonstration of how singing can benefit those living with dementia. Nia Davies Williams, the musician in residence at the Pendine Park care organisation who has just published a new book on the subject, led the dementia workshop at the National Eisteddfod in Wrexham, along with well-known Welsh actor and singer Emyr Gibson. The session was attended by members of the public and residents from Pendine’s Hillbury and Gwen Alyn care homes in Wrexham,

A pioneering musician has given a powerful demonstration of how singing can benefit those living with dementia.

Big Sleepout to highlight homelessness in North Wales Staff at a north-east Wales housing association will shine a spotlight on homelessness this autumn, as part of the organisation’s twelfth annual Big Sleepout. ClwydAlyn, based in St Asaph, will join other organisations, along with their family and friends, for the event on Friday, 3 October. Organised by Lynda Williams, supported living manager at ClwydAlyn, the event aims to raise awareness of homelessness and generate vital funds to support local frontline services.

Staff at a north-east Wales housing association will shine a spotlight on homelessness this autumn

Coleg Cambria graduate thrives in media role at Westminster think tank A former Coleg Cambria student has secured a prominent role as a media and communications officer at a London-based think tank. Matthew Barnes, 23, originally from Flint and now living in London, studied A Levels in Government and Politics, Media Studies, English Language, and the Welsh Baccalaureate while at Coleg Cambria. During his postgraduate studies, Matthew was awarded the Dan Walker Journalism Scholarship and won the accolade for Best Overall Performance in his MA programme. Now working as a media and communications officer, his journey into the heart of UK politics began while studying at Coleg Cambria, which he credits for giving him the confidence and independence to explore his interests.

Coleg Cambria graduate thrives in media role at Westminster think tank

A view from Mark Isherwood – Welsh Conservative North Wales Member of the Senedd Wrexham.com has invited the four North Wales Members of the Senedd to write a monthly column with updates on their work. You can find their updates – along with contributions from the Wrexham and Clwyd South MPs and MSs – here. ‌​‌​‌​​​‍‌​‌​​‌‌‌‍‌​‌‌​​‌​‍‌​‌‌‌​‌‌‍‌​‌‌‌ In his monthly column for Wrexham.com, Welsh Conservative MS Mark Isherwood writes: I recently met with the Iranian Academics Association for an update on the rapidly evolving situation in Iran, the need to support efforts to protect lives and amplify the voices of those fighting for freedom at this critical time, and the need for a democratic alternative.

A view from Mark Isherwood – Welsh Conservative North Wales Member of the Senedd

North Wales residents invited to raise rural crime concerns with police commissioner Residents in North Wales will be able to raise concerns about rural and wildlife crime next month during a meeting with the region’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Andy Dunbobbin. To mark Rural Crime Action Week the commissioner will hold an online surgery via Microsoft Teams on 10 September from 5:30pm to 7:30pm dedicated to rural and wildlife crime. The virtual surgery will give members of the public the chance to discuss policing in rural communities and to raise any concerns or comments they might have with the Commissioner and representatives from North Wales Police, remotely.

North Wales residents invited to raise rural crime concerns with police commissioner

It’s a girl! Vet health check reveals sex of viral snow leopard cub at Chester Zoo A rare snow leopard cub, which has quickly become a viral sensation after videos of its playful antics in its den were shared online, has had its first health check with Chester Zoo’s vets. The cub was examined, sexed, weighed and vaccinated by the zoo’s specialist vets and carnivore keepers - and it has been revealed as a female. Born on 10 June 2025 to first-time parents Nubra and Yashin, the tiny cat spent the first few weeks of life curled up in a den with mum - where the pair’s adorable moments have been captivating millions of people online and around the globe.

It's a girl! The viral snow leopard is the FIRST to be born at the zoo

Blind Welsh speaker calls out digital inequality at Wrexham Eisteddfod panel Digital public services are failing visually impaired users who want to access them in the Welsh language. That was the powerful message from Rob Williams, a blind Welsh speaker, during a panel event at the National Eisteddfod in Wrexham this week. Hosted on the Welsh Government stand on theMaes, the event marked the launch of Access for All - a new book from the Centre for Digital Public Services (CDPS) and Cardiff University.

"Digital public services are failing visually impaired users who want to access them in the Welsh language"

Scarecrows take over Marford and Gresford streets as popular community trail returns! A colourful cast of characters have popped up across Marford and Gresford to celebrate the return a much-loved event. The annual Scarecrow Trail, organised by environmental group IMAGE (Improve Marford and Gresford’s Environment), will run until Sunday 17 August. This year’s theme – “Wales and the Welsh” – ties in with the National Eisteddfod, which is taking place in Wrexham throughout this week.

A colourful cast of characters have popped up across Marford and Gresford to celebrate the return a much-loved event!

13 days of bin strikes planned by union ‘over changes to working patterns and salary reductions imposed’ Bin strikes to take place in Wrexham over changes to working patterns and salary reductions imposed by the local authority, say Unite. In a statement this morning they said Unite members who work in the street scene operation team at Wrexham Council will strike from this month in a dispute over working patterns and reduced salary. The union say the planned strikes will take place on 23 and 30 August, 6, 13, 20 and 27 September, 4, 11, 18, and 25 October and 1, 8 and 14 November, while an overtime ban will also be in place during this time, adding "Should the dispute remain unresolved, Unite members are also considering further action to take place over Christmas, when households usually have more rubbish needing to be removed than usual".

The union say "Our hardworking members are not asking for extra pay, this dispute is all about protecting their agreed overtime renumeration and working hours. Wrexham Council cannot keep targeting lower paid staff and must roll back on these unfair plans and come back to the table."

Wrexham Council approves £5m boost for roads and infrastructure repairs Wrexham Council has announced it will invest over £5 million in infrastructure maintenance this year, following a recent review of its capital investment programme. It comes after the council’s Executive Board approved the updated capital plans at its meeting in July. Council Leader Cllr Mark Pritchard said the funding will support work across the area’s road network and related infrastructure.

Wrexham Council has approved a £5m boost for roads and infrastructure repairs

Wrexham Police FC to play final match after raising £65,000 for local charities Wrexham Police FC will take to the field for one last time next month, marking the end of an incredible fundraising journey. The team, made-up of off-duty police officers, was set up in 2022 to break down barriers and show the human side behind the badge. Over the last three years the team has raised £65,000 for charities including hospices, children’s wards, homeless groups, food banks, and domestic abuse safety units. On September 14, Wrexham Police will face former Wrexham players — the Wrexham Legends — in a special event supporting the Wrexham Children’s Ward.

Wrexham Police FC to play final match after raising £65,000 for local charities

New T51 bus service between Wrexham and Rhyl launching in September A new bus service connecting communities between Wrexham and Rhyl will launch in September. It will include an hourly bus service between Ruthin and Wrexham, an upgrade from the current two hourly service, and an hourly service between Wrexham and Rhyl on a Sunday. Ken Skates, Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales joined Transport for Wales (TfW) at the National Eisteddfod in Wrexham to announce the launch of the new TrawsCymru T51. Replacing the existing 51/X51 services, the new T51 service will begin operating at the end of September this year and will improve connectivity between Rhyl, Denbigh, Ruthin and Wrexham.

New T51 bus service between Wrexham and Rhyl launching in September

A view from Clwyd South’s Member of the Senedd Wrexham.com has invited local Members of Parliament and Members of the Senedd to write a monthly article with updates on their work in their respective Parliaments and closer to home – you can find them all here. ‌​‌‌​​​‌‍‌​‌​‌‌‌​‍‌​​​‌​‌‌‍‌​​​‌‌​‌‍‌​​‌‌‌‌​‍‌​​‌‌‌​​‍‌​​‌​‌​​‍‌​‌‌‌​‌‌‍‌​​‌‌​‌​‍‌​​‌‌‌​​‍‌‌​​‌‌​‌‍‌‌​​‌‌​​ In this month’s column Clwyd South’s Member of the Senedd, Ken Skates writes: Two major events with a worldwide reach – which will inject millions of pounds into our local economy – have been staged in Clwyd South this summer. Thousands of visitors from all over the globe descended on Llangollen for this year’s…

A view from Clwyd South’s Member of the Senedd