New Palmerston Play Area Opens Following Major Refurbishment - 09/06/2026

Children and families in Barry can now enjoy a modern and accessible new play space following the completion of refurbishment works on a play area in Palmerston.

Vale Youth Service attend Royal Palace Celebration for Duke of Edinburgh Award Anniversary - 04/06/2026

Representatives from the Vale Youth Service attended a special celebration at Buckingham Palace as part of national events marking the 70th anniversary of the The Duke of Edinburgh's Award.

Regeneration at Barry Waterfront Gathers Pace - 03/06/2026

Exciting progress is being made on Vale of Glamorgan Council plans to transform Barry's waterfront, with the Making Waves regeneration project moving forward.

Council sets out 12 month ambitions - 01/06/2026

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has set out its priorities for the next year – with school, road, green space and town centre improvements top of the agenda.

Vale Veteran Celebrates Remarkable 100th Birthday - 28/05/2026

A much-loved local veteran who has dedicated much of his life to serving both his country and the Barry community has celebrated an incredible milestone as he turned 100 years old.

Vale of Glamorgan Immersion Provision Praised Following Estyn Inspection - 26/05/2026

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has welcomed the positive findings of a recent Estyn inspection of its Welsh language immersion provision, which highlights the strength of leadership, the supportive learning environment, and the positive progress pupils make in developing their Welsh language skills.

£1 Million Investment in Pencoedtre Park - 22/05/2026

The Vale of Glamorgan Council will significantly upgrade facilities at Barry's Pencoedtre Park as part of a £1 million investment.

Cadoxton Primary Praised in Estyn Inspection Report - 20/05/2026

Cadoxton Primary School has been praised by Estyn following a recent inspection.

Foster carers in Vale of Glamorgan share breakthrough moments for Foster Care Fortnight - 13/05/2026

The first time a child laughs, opens up about their day, asks to watch a film; these are moments that many might take for granted, but for foster carers in Wales, they symbolise one thing, a breakthrough.

All Saints Primary Praised by Estyn Inspectors - 08/05/2026

All Saints Church in Wales Primary School has been praised by Estyn for its caring community, strong leadership and engaging curriculum following a recent inspection.

Vale Libraries and Makerspaces Launch Artist in Residence Project with Arcade Campfa - 06/05/2026

Vale of Glamorgan Council Libraries and Makerspaces are delighted to announce the launch of a new Artist in Residence project in collaboration with visual arts collective Arcade Campfa.