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Gwynedd schools close because of the cold snap

TWO of Gwynedd's schools have been closed as a result of the cold weather. Read

No more free parking on the Maes at Caernarfon

DRIVERS parking on the Maes face a clampdown in the New Year, when new regulations come into force. Read

Gloomy Christmas period for Pwllheli and Porthmadog shops
CHRISTMAS spirit was not in abundance for traders this year as many now face an uncertain future following poor sales over the festive season.more

Porthmadog taxi firms slam the cowboy cabbies
TAXI drivers have slammed cowboy cabbies who they claim are robbing legitimate businesses of hundreds of pounds a year.more

A Christmas boost for Caernarfon traders

TRADE received a boost in Caernarfon in the final days before Christmas. Read

Wait for sale of Caernarfon's troubled Cig Cibyn abattoir continues

NORTH Wales farmers will have to wait until well into the new year to discover if a strategically important abattoir has passed into new ownership. Read

MBE for Cwm-y-Glo anti-violence campaigner

A PROMINENT anti-violence campaigner has been made an MBE in the New Year’s Honours. Read

Campaigners joy as Cilgwyn rubbish dump is closed

CILGWYN rubbish tip finally shut down on New Year’s Eve to the delight of those who have campaigned for its closure. Read

Pwllheli toddler winning brave fight against cancer
A TODDLER diagnosed with a tumour the size of a small apple in her tummy has been given a 90% chance of survival.more

Penygroes man on board as ferry crashes
PASSENGERS were left baffled at Holyhead port this Christmas, after a hole appeared in the side of their ferry.more

Cancer sufferer from Mynytho may go to court over drugs access
A SERIOUSLY-ILL kidney cancer patient last night vowed to take legal action unless he is prescribed life-extending drugs.more

Llanllyfni man survives brush with death
FATHER-OF-TWO David Edwards is a man who just can’t help proving people wrong.more

Aberdaron attracts the crowds for Boxing Day dip
NEAR freezing temperatures did not stop a crowd of people from Aberdaron from taking part in the annual Boxing Day dip in the sea.more

Controversial Pwllheli beach bollards are removed
A DECISION to remove a gate barring people from a Lln beauty spot has been hailed a success.more

Anger at rise in Pwllheli marina berthing fees
SAILORS have been hit with another above-inflation rise in berthing fees for the coming year.more

Council house show home exhibitions open at Pwllheli and Sarn
COUNCIL tenants on the Llyn Peninsula will have a chance to see what improvements a transfer to a new, independent not-for-profit housing organisation, could deliver.more

Tributes paid to prize-winning conductor from Penygroes
THE funeral has been held of a double blue ribbon winner.more

Fear of crime in Gwynedd is 'not justified'
WHY are people in Gwynedd so afraid that they may become victims of crime?more

Pwllheli-based Lleyn Sub Aqua Club looks for new members
A GROUP of underwater adventurers have appealed for like-minded enthusiasts to join their ranks.more

All clear is the perfect gift for cancer mother from Penrhyndeudraeth
A YOUNG mum who has just been given the all clear after a year long battle against cancer would like to thank people for their support and kindness throughout her ordeal.more