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Traffic safety measures considered for Llanrwst

A PEDESTRIAN crossing and extended 30mph speed restriction zones are just some of the safety measures suggested for a Conwy Valley town.Read

Trefriw soldier returns to Afghanistan for mountain climb

A SOLDIER who returned to Afghanistan as a civilian has conquered one of the country’s highest peaks just months after fighting the Taliban there.Read

Geraint James

Conwy Valley parents press council for answers at meeting

PARENTS quizzed council education bosses in Llanrwst on Tuesday about the future of their rural schools.Read

Dolwyddelan housing project

£500,000 affordable housing project begins in Dolwyddelan

AN exciting £500,000 housing project has got underway that will help young families and couples stay in the Conwy Valley.Read

Community spirit is alive and well in Llanrwst

A REMARKABLE show of community spirit has ensured that a group of Irish tourists will be able to visit Llanrwst for the 15th year running.Read

Trefriw

Conwy Valley traders fear dip in business because of school closures

CONWY Valley businesses are fearing the worst with the axe hovering over several rural schools.Read

Betws-y-Coed clock

Betws-y-Coed looks to boost tourism offering

BETWS-Y-COED could soon benefit from a Tourism Hub similar to those operating in the Lake District, Scotland and the Alps – attracting thousands more visitors to the area each year.Read

Rogue traders pray on the elderly in Betws-y-Coed

AN ELDERLY couple have issued a warning after they became victims of rogue traders passing themselves off as highway workmen in Betws-y-Coed.Read

Llanrwst horsewoman back in the saddle after serious fall

AN accomplished horsewoman from Llanrwst has enjoyed a number of successes with her Welsh Cob ponies despite suffering a badly damaged arm and hand from a serious fall.Read

Betws-y-Coed bridge jumpers

Safety fears as youths jump off Betws-y-Coed bridge

DEATH defying bridge jumpers have been warned they are not only risking their own lives, but those of others.Read

Dolgarrog tourist attraction dream on track with with £15k donation

A TEN-YEAR pipe dream to resurrected part of a 100-year-old railway line as a tourist attraction was turned into reality this week.Read

Clocaenog Forest

Police issue zero tolerance warning on raves in Conwy Valley

POLICE have issued a warning to young revellers that outdoor raves will not be tolerated this summer following a call-out to an alleged rave at the weekend.Read

Politician steps in to voice concern over Llanrwst dangerous traffic problem

A WELSH AM has stepped in to show support for a Conwy Valley market town which is blighted by dangerously heavy traffic despite the Transport Minister’s intervention.Read

River Llugwy

Welsh Water could end up in court over Conwy Valley pollution

THE Environment Agency Wales has confirmed it is considering taking legal action against Welsh Water over sewage pollution in Betws-y-Coed.Read

Reward for return of missing Conwy Valley hotel sign

A SIGN directing tourists to an award-winning Conwy Valley hotel and restaurant mysteriously disappeared this week.Read

Family’s pride at receiving medal for fallen Conwy Valley soldier

THE family of a Conwy Valley soldier killed in Afghanistan collected the prestigious Elizabeth Cross in his memory last week.Read

Martin Richards

Penmachno soldier’s life honoured with medal

THE actions of a soldier who lost his life after serving in Afghanistan will be remembered in a ceremony almost 12 months after he fell.Read

Llanrwst love spoon maker wins major contract to supply historic sites

A CRAFTSMAN who made a traditional love spoon for Prince Charles has won a major deal to supply historic Welsh sites.Read

Conwy Valley to cash in as world hub for outdoor pursuits

AMBITIOUS plans have been unveiled to attract thrill seekers to the Conwy Valley as part of a campaign to turn North Wales into the adventure capital of the world.Read

Llanrwst woman celebrates 100th birthday

A MUCH loved Llanrwst pensioner has celebrated her 100th birthday.Read

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