Mum of three loses everything in house fire as family's pets all die
The local community has been rallying around two families whose homes in Pontycymer have been destroyed in a fire

The bones of a ghostly shipwreck by stunning nature reserve with a cosy pub nearby
Kenfig National Nature Reserve has earned its title as Wales' top sand-dune reserve and is a haven for animal and bird enthusiasts

A brand-new school set up by a former soldier has welcomed its first pupils
The mother of one of the pupils said the school has already made a really positive difference

Controversial hydrogen plant plans on hold due to safety concerns
The Health and Safety Executive wrote to Bridgend Council to advise against the plans

'Legendary' former Porthcawl café could be turned into five-storey apartment block
The business closed in 2024 after being open for almost 100 years

Paedophile repeatedly made young girl perform sex acts on him
Michael Wheeldon, 71, of Porthcawl, began abusing his victim when she was younger than 10