Bangor and North West Wales News

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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Farmer accidentally fell into slurry pit - inquest
Islwyn Owen, 67, fell into the pit at his farm near Bala while attempting to adjust some machinery,
Car and belongings found in hunt for missing diver
A car and personal items are discovered during ongoing land and sea searches for missing man.
Football fan found dead day after racism allegation
The man was found dead in Flint, with police referring themselves to the independent watchdog.
Wales' papers: Football fan found dead, and plane heart drama
A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.
Why would a US fugitive choose to hide in Wales?
One of America's most wanted men is arrested in rural north Wales following 21 years on the run.

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

Dragons flanker Griffiths retires
Dragons and Wales flanker Ollie Griffiths retires from professional rugby aged 29 due to ongoing health problems.
Time ticking to find new Wales head coach
There have been mutterings and murmurings over who might replace Ioan Cunningham, but so far there is no clear frontrunner.
Williams pays tribute to 'inspiration' Griffiths
Three-time snooker world champion Mark Williams pays tribute to the late Terry Griffiths, his former coach and "inspiration".
Devils given home advantage in Continental Cup bid
Cardiff Devils will have home advantage as they bid to win the Continental Cup trophy in January.
Boulden calls time on professional career
Welsh golfer Amy Boulden retires from professional golf at the age of 31.
Six Nations rebrand gets mixed reception from fans
A new logo for the men's Six Nations which aims to encapsulate the "electrifying action" of the tournament has attracted derision from many fans.
Swans to face Martin's Saints in FA Cup as Cardiff draw Blades
Holders Manchester United are drawn away to record 14-time winners Arsenal in the third round of the FA Cup.
Euro play-off second leg 'biggest game' Wales have ever played
Wales captain Angharad James says their Euro 2025 play-off final second leg against the Republic of Ireland is the biggest game any of the players have ever played in.
Cardiff fans raise deep concerns in letter to club
Cardiff City fans write a highly critical open letter to the board raising "serious concerns" about the state of the club.
Former world snooker champion Griffiths dies aged 77
Former world snooker champion Terry Griffiths has died aged 77, the World Snooker Tour has confirmed.
Apology demanded for black boxer denied title shot
Cuthbert Taylor could not fight for the British title because both his parents were not white.
Newport trio to return for Wimbledon test
Newport County are set to be boosted by the returns of three players for their League Two contest with Wimbledon on Tuesday night.
Welsh boxing twins ready for step up to professional level
After showing their talents at amateur level, twins Ioan and Garan Croft from Crymych are ready to step up to the professional level on 7 December.
Cardiff 'fly the flag' and other URC talking points
James Hook backs Cardiff to keep a foothold in the leading positions of the United Rugby Championship after climbing to fourth.
No 'agenda' against Hawkins amid Wales return talk
Rob Baxter tells Joe Hawkins to win back his Exeter place as speculation mounts over a return to Welsh rugby.
GB duo excited to build on medal-winning season
Great Britian's Adele Nicoll and Kya Placide say they are "ready to fight with the best in the world for podiums", as they get ready to start their 2024-25 bobsleigh campaign.
Devils enjoy 10 goal weekend after seeing off Flames
Cardiff Devils backed up Saturday's 6-0 thrashing of Manchester Storm with a convincing 4-1 victory over Guildford Flames on Sunday.
Ospreys stunned as Zebre climb off bottom of URC
Zebre earn a rare United Rugby Championship victory against out-of-sorts Ospreys in Parma.
Williams 'annoyed' by Swansea's approach
Luke Williams says he was "annoyed" with Swansea City's approach after seeing his side come from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Portsmouth.
'They haven't seen anything yet' - Wales captain James
Captain Angharad James says "they haven't seen anything yet" as Wales go into the second leg of their Euro 2025 play-off final with Republic of Ireland level at 1-1.
The New Saints to play Aberystwyth in Welsh cup final
Holders The New Saints will meet Aberystwyth Town in the final of this season's Nathaniel MG Cup.
Cardiff ease to 19th league derby win over Dragons
Four tries in 20 minutes either side of half time condemn Filo Tiatia to defeat on first game in charge of Dragons.
Ex-Wales boss Coleman takes Belgian role with OH Leuven
Ex-Wales boss Chris Coleman takes over at struggling Belgian top-flight club OH Leuven, three days after leaving his last job.
Glasgow grind out narrow URC win over Scarlets
Glasgow Warriors survive a scare to grind out a victory over Scarlets and move within two points of leaders Leinster at the top of the United Rugby Championship.
Dropping to three regions would benefit Welsh rugby - Davies
Former Wales centre Jonathan Davies says reducing the number of regions from four to three would improve the quality of Welsh rugby.
New Saints refuse to give up European dream
The New Saints manager Craig Harrison is adamant his players still believe they can reach the Uefa Conference League knock-out stages.
WRU boss cannot rule out more bad headlines
Abi Tierney's comments follow row over contract negotiations with Wales women?s national team.
Fishlock 'the calmest person I know', says King
Jess Fishlock's wife and Seattle Reign team-mate Tziarra King on what Fishlock is like pre-match.
'What a moment' for Wales and Ireland to do battle
Head coach Rhian Wilkinson says "what a moment" it is for Wales and Republic of Ireland as they prepare to battle it out for a place at Euro 2025.
Griffiths wins 2014 BBC Wales' Lifetime Achievement Award
At the 2014 BBC Wales Sports Personality Awards snooker player, Terry Griffiths received the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Welsh twins 'finally ready' to make professional boxing debut
Welsh twins Ioan and Garan Croft say they are "finally ready" to make professional boxing debut in Waterford, Republic of Ireland.
Archive: Terry Griffiths - 40 years at the Crucible
Former world champion Terry Griffiths runs down his top memories from four decades at the Crucible.
Scrum V highlights: Zebre 22-17 Ospreys
Watch Scrum V highlights as Ospreys succumb to defeat against Zebre in the United Rugby Championship.
Scrum V highlights: Cardiff 31-23 Dragons
Watch Scrum V highlights as Cardiff extend their winning run against Dragons in the United Rugby Championship.
Scrum V
Lauren is joined by ex-Wales scrum-half Richie Rees to review the weekend's URC action.
Feast Of Football
Carl, Katie, Nia and guest Helen Ward react to Wales' Euro play-off draw in Cardiff.
Feast Of Football
Carl, Iwan and Sam discuss the good, bad and ugly of club ownership.
Scrum V
Lauren is joined by Jonathan Davies, Ellis Jenkins and Rory Lawson.
Scrum V
Mike Bubbins meets Gareth Edwards to discuss the top 5 players from the Six Nations era.
From postman to world champion - the life of snooker great Griffiths
BBC Sport remembers the life and achievements of former world champion Terry Griffiths, who has died aged 77.
What do Wales, Scotland and NI need to qualify for Euro 2025?
As Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales prepare for their Euro 2025 play-off second legs, BBC Sport looks at their qualification paths.
'Ruined himself' - the startling decline of Labuschagne
After Marnus Labuschagne's failures in the first Test with India, BBC Sport examines his slump and the issues with Australia's other batters.
WRU bosses want to stay and create change
Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) chair Richard Collier-Keywood and chief executive Abi Tierney say they are committed to their roles.
No Wales players in Lions XV picked from autumn data
Bundee Aki or Sione Tuipulotu? Jac Morgan or Tom Curry? The analysts at Opta have crunched the numbers to produce a Lions XV based on autumn performances.
Kaplan and Levien's era of turmoil at Swansea ends
Steve Kaplan and Jason Levien oversaw a tenure of turmoil and decline during their time as majority owners of Swansea City.
What do the stats tell us about Craig Bellamy?s Wales?
BBC Sport Wales examines the numbers behind Craig Bellamy's first six matches in charge of Wales.
Scrum V Top 5
Sir Gareth Edwards drops by the bar.
Scrum V Top 5
Mike Bubbins meets a legend of Welsh sport ? Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson.
Scrum V Top 5
Dan Biggar picks his top five opponents.
Scrum V Top 5
Sam Warburton reveals his all-time top five team-mates.