Bangor and North West Wales News

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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

How choirboy who led Prince Charles' procession became global conman
Kenner Jones's lies about being a journalist, a priest and a surgeon are unveiled in a documentary.
Ex-school worker had indecent images and Reform's £5m splurge
A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.
Snow falling in parts of Wales as warnings issued
Forecasters have cautioned that buses and trains may be delayed due to the weather.
Overflowing bins at Christmas a 'health hazard'
A council has been criticised after it blamed the residents for overfilling public bins at Christmas.
Welsh rugby legend Jonathan Davies among New Year Honours recipients
"It means a lot and I am very privileged and honoured to accept it," says the BBC commentator.

Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)

Wales hope 'genius' Bellamy stays amid club interest
Wales head coach Craig Bellamy is attracting interest from clubs - but FAW boss Noel Mooney hopes he will stay until Euro 2028.
Wales star Wainwright poised for Leicester move
Wales number eight Aaron Wainwright is poised to leave Dragons and join Leicester at the end of this season.
Johnson 'excited to join Palace journey' after £35m move
Brennan Johnson is set to be included in Crystal Palace's squad to face Newcastle on Sunday after his club-record £35m move from Tottenham was finalised on Friday.
Swansea recall Cooper from Wigan loan spell
Ollie Cooper was allowed to leave under former boss Alan Sheehan, but will now get the chance to impress Vitor Matos.
Devils retire 29 jersey to honour 'Franchise' Francis
Before Saturday's game against Dundee Stars Cardiff Devils will retire the 29 jersey in honour of Neil Francis for his service to the club over the last 34 years.
Mix of hope & despair in Wales' festive URC derbies
Ospreys and Dragons start 2026 in style by beating Cardiff and Scarlets in the United Rugby Championship.
How Tigers turnover helped Cracknell win Wales caps
Olly Cracknell says the high turnover of bosses at Leicester Tigers helped him finally realise his dream of playing for Wales.
Hooker Lloyd signs Ospreys contract extension
The 22-year-old has signed on during ongoing uncertainty about the future make up of Welsh professional rugby.
Hardy double inspires Ospreys to beat Cardiff
Wales scrum-half Kieran Hardy scores two tries to inspire Ospreys to a New Year's derby victory against Cardiff in Bridgend.
Swans' worries mount as Idah out for lengthy spell
Adam Idah is set for a "significant" spell on the sidelines with the striker among a number of injury headaches for Swansea City boss Vitor Matos.
'Fantastic' Brooks in Troy's Premier League team of the week
After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?
Dragons cruise to derby win against hapless Scarlets
Dragons run four tries past Scarlets in 28-5 at Rodney Parade to climb to 10th in the United Rugby Championship.
Elite League highlights: Cardiff Devils 3-5 Guildford Flames
Watch highlights as Cardiff Devils lose 3-5 to Guildford Flames
Searle puts Clayton out at PDC Worlds
Ryan Searle beats Jonny Clayton to join two-time champion Gary Anderson in the PDC World Championship semi-finals.
Rees-Zammit signs 'long-term' deal with Bristol
Wales back Louis Rees-Zammit says he is "incredibly happy" to have signed a new contract with Bristol Bears.
Vipotnik focused on Swansea amid transfer talk
Only Southampton's Adam Armstrong has more second-tier goals this term than Swansea's Slovenia international.
Cardiff have 'swagger' under Barry-Murphy
Chris Willock believes Cardiff City have developed a "swagger" under Brian Barry-Murphy that can help them realise their promotion ambitions.
Forest Green Rovers sign Merthyr striker Rees
Rovers say Rees' fellow Welshman Robbie Savage, their boss, is "absolutely delighted" to welcome the former Bristol City Under-23s academy product to their ranks.
Cymru Premier: Nomads beat TNS to cut leaders' lead
A round-up of the latest Cymru Premier action.
Interest in Bellamy 'is natural' - Mooney
FAW chief executive Noel Mooney says interest in Wales manager Craig Bellamy "is natural" following reports of clubs showing appreciation in the former Premier League star.
The best of Hugh Morris, a look back at Glamorgan and ECB great's career
Highlights from the career of Hugh Morris, the former England and Glamorgan batter and England and Wales Cricket Board chief executive, who has died at the age of 62.
Highlights: Cardiff 22-19 Dragons
Watch the URC highlights as Cardiff extend their long winning streak over Dragons.
Highlights: Cardiff 17-21 Scarlets
Watch the highlights as Scarlets take the derby day spoils
Chelsea loss leaves Barry-Murphy 'wanting more'
Brian Barry-Murphy says Tuesday's EFL Cup quarter-final loss to Chelsea will fuel the fire for Cardiff City as they strive to return to the Championship.
Wales boss Bellamy's tactical masterclass
Wales head coach Craig Bellamy gives BBC viewers a unique insight into the way he sets up his side for crucial World Cup qualifiers.
BBC Wales accolade 'means everything' to Pritchard
Ben Pritchard says it ?means everything? to be named BBC Cymru Wales Sports Personality of the Year for 2025.
Feast of Football
Wales manager Rhian Wilkinson reflects on the highs and lows of 2025 with Carl and Nia.
Radio Wales Sport
Your team for Welsh sport relive the highs and lows of 2025.
Feast of Football
Carl, Iwan and Sam reflect on the weekend?s results as Swansea beat Welsh rivals Wrexham.
Scrum V
The Scrum V team reflect on the weekend?s URC results and another win for the Dragons.
Feast of Football
Wales coach Craig Bellamy explains some of the tactics used in the World Cup qualifiers.
Welsh rugby legend Jonathan Davies among New Year Honours recipients
"It means a lot and I am very privileged and honoured to accept it," says the BBC commentator.
Welsh rugby 'on a precipice' after shocking year
BBC Sport looks at another tumultuous 12 months for the men's game in Wales with Welsh rugby close to rock bottom.
'A stellar legacy on and off the field' - Hugh Morris obituary
Hugh Morris, who has died at the age of 62, enjoyed a distinguished career in which he led from the front both on and off the cricket field.
Welsh sports quiz: 12 months, 12 questions, how many can you get?
We take you through 2025 month by month to see how well you can remember some of the highlights of Welsh sport over the past year.
Football helping Stamenic 'refocus' after father's death
Swansea City midfielder Marko Stamenic says football is helping him refocus after his father's death. The New Zealand international lost his father in October and was granted compassionate leave by former Swans manager Alan Sheehan
In Pictures: Welsh sporting photos of 2025
A selection of some of the most striking Welsh sporting photographs from the past 12 months.
A year to remember and a year to forget for Wales
After a tumultuous 2024, Wales women endured an even more painful 2025, during which they won just one of 10 Tests.
Scrum V Top 5
Former Wales and British & Irish Lions star Jamie Roberts reveals his top five centres.
Scrum V Top 5
Will Carling selects his all-time top five Welsh rugby players.
Scrum V Top 5
Colin heads to Mike?s bar to discuss his all-time Top 5 coaches.
Scrum V Top 5
Adam Jones heads to Mike's bar to reveal his Top 5 forwards.