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James faces up to volcano’s fury

A FORMER Llantrisant lifeguard is preparing for days of drama in the shadow of an erupting volcano in South America. Read

Man, 19, admits to attacks on girl, 16

A TEENAGER assaulted his 16-year-old ex-girlfriend on the way home from a firework display, one week after he attacked her in a back lane. Read

Monster idea to help fight diseases

YOUR little monsters can soon play with a full size friendly monster – and help raise funds to treat meningitis. Read

Teen thug gets jail

A TEENAGE thug who carried out three brutal assaults on a terrified younger boy has been jailed. Read

Jail for man after bridge jump threat

A SUICIDAL man who scuffled with police as they tried to stop him jumping into the River Taff has been jailed. Read

Saddle up for Celtic Trail

Saddle up for Celtic Trail

PONTYPRIDD schoolchildren got on their bikes to mark the official opening of the Celtic Trail cycle route between Cilfynydd and Abercynon. Read

Four girls who do glamour!

Four show real-life style

FOUR ladies have been chosen as the fashion faces of Talbot Green in a celebration of “real life style”. Read

Students engineer AM talks

A GROUP of first year engineering students from Coleg Morgannwg travelled to The Senedd to interview Pontypridd AM Jane Davidson. Read

Bread boost

GREGGS Bakery is going up market by expanding into premium brand products. Read

Fraudster facing jail

A JUDGE has warned a benefits cheat – overpaid more than £3,500 – to expect an immediate jail sentence. Read

New ruling is a landmark in Welsh history

A MEASURE to protect patients mistreated by the NHS in Wales has also made history for the Senedd. Read

Database put on trial

THE University of Glamorgan has won a grant to examine whether the increasing number of young people with their details on the National DNA Database is infringing their rights. Read

Don’t forget the licence

KEEN anglers who are hooked on fishing should make sure they get a rod licence before they get caught. Read

Kirsty hails her success

A CHURCH Village gas engineer has represented Wales in Parliament to celebrate the first UK vocational learning success day. Read

Time for a change

A FORMER watchmaker vows to keep ambulance services ticking over smoothly after taking over as Welsh regional director. Read

Designs for life from award-winning Paul

A LLANHARAN graphics designer has achieved national acclaim after success at the Welsh Baftas. Read

Young people recognised for positive efforts

YOUNG people have been commended for their efforts to increase their skills and be positive role models in society. Read

£4k cash boost for Miskin youth club

A SCHEME to keep youngsters off the streets and out of trouble has received a cash boost. Read

Grand donation

A SCHOOL is set to venture outdoors thanks to generous £1,000 grant from a local company. Read

Business network evening a success

LOCAL business moguls enjoyed an evening of networking with RCT Business Club. Read