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The family of Sophie Brimble, from Crickhowell, had been in a race against time to get 100,000 people to sign their petition calling for reform in the law.

Causing death by dangerous driving

Family of Powys woman killed in crash celebrate milestone in bid for justice

The family of Lewis Evans has paid tribute to their

The family of Lewis Evans has paid tribute to their

Family pay tribute to 'knight in shining armour' killed in crash

The Welsh singer turned activist opened The Dreaming retreat in February 2023 at Rhydoldog House, the former home of Welsh fashion mogul Laura Ashley.

The Welsh singer turned activist opened The Dreaming retreat in February 2023 at Rhydoldog House, the former home of Welsh fashion mogul Laura Ashley.

Charlotte Church

Mid Wales town shares the love for Charlotte Church as Dreaming retreat 'pauses work'

A standard bearer at Welshpool Memorial Garden during the Service of Remembrance.

A standard bearer at Welshpool Memorial Garden during the Service of Remembrance.

Welshpool Remembrance service brings veterans, schoolchildren and community together

Spike Blackhurst has been named the top blacksmith in Wales at a recent awards ceremony

Spike Blackhurst has been named the top blacksmith in Wales at a recent awards ceremony

Blacksmith 'thought you need a beard and a horse' - now she's been named Wales' best

“The grandkids could have been with me, as they often are, and that doesn’t bear thinking about,

“The grandkids could have been with me, as they often are, and that doesn’t bear thinking about,

Powys couple furious after concrete from roof destroys car - and Coop offers £500

Members of the LRDG in the Western Desert, 27 March 1941

Members of the LRDG in the Western Desert, 27 March 1941

Memorial appeal for heroic World War II 'Ghost Patrol' soldiers

Robert Lewis performing at the Concurso Tenor Viñas in Barcelona.

Robert Lewis performing at the Concurso Tenor Viñas in Barcelona.

Llanfyllin opera singer wins $15,000 prize at world-leading competition

Sophie Brimble, 20, from Crickhowell, died at the scene after her boyfriend, Jay Bayliss, crashed into a lamp post in Brynmawr, Blaenau Gwent, in July 2017

Sophie Brimble, 20, from Crickhowell, died at the scene after her boyfriend, Jay Bayliss, crashed into a lamp post in Brynmawr, Blaenau Gwent, in July 2017

Sister of Powys woman killed in crash ‘heartbroken’ over bid to reform laws

Residents pack Welshpool Town Hall for a public meeting on proposals affecting the future of services at Welshpool Hospital.

Residents pack Welshpool Town Hall for a public meeting on proposals affecting the future of services at Welshpool Hospital.

'Bed push' protest planned in Welshpool against Powys Health Board plans

Gabrielle with partner Nathan Hill and children Tabitha, Theodore and Isabella.

Gabrielle with partner Nathan Hill and children Tabitha, Theodore and Isabella.

Powys mother faces £182,000 deadline to save family farm from mortgage dispute

Monika Jones, 79, died in a single-vehicle crash on the A483 in Newtown on October 25. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage after the car hit a wall.

Monika Jones, 79, died in a single-vehicle crash on the A483 in Newtown on October 25. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage after the car hit a wall.

Dyfed-Powys Police

Family pay tribute to 'the best mum' after she died in Newtown crash

Panellists at the WorldSkills Learner Voice Roundtable event held in Welshpool

Panellists at the WorldSkills Learner Voice Roundtable event held in Welshpool

Welsh learners helping shape future of skills policy through roundtable discussions

The announcement was made at their annual 4X4 Event

The announcement was made at their annual 4X4 Event

Montgomeryshire Agricultural Association holds Annual Presentation Dinner

Oliver Vaughan-Jones said he was hounded by a parking company for over a year after making a

Oliver Vaughan-Jones said he was hounded by a parking company for over a year after making a

Powys para-athlete slams parking company that hounded him after OK Diner error

Lauren Guest has launched She.GATHERED at an ideal time, in the run-up to Christmas.

Lauren Guest has launched She.GATHERED at an ideal time, in the run-up to Christmas.

Veterinary nurse launches ethical gift hamper business in time for Christmas

“It’s an absolute mess,” said Claire.

“It’s an absolute mess,” said Claire.

‘Helpless’ Powys farmer faces huge bill after car crashes into home

Sammi Orme testing the therapeutic light lamp, from one of the Wintering Well loan boxes, at Llanidloes Library

Sammi Orme testing the therapeutic light lamp, from one of the Wintering Well loan boxes, at Llanidloes Library

Powys libraries to offer SAD lamps as part of trial to help beat winter blues

Talk on spooky phenomena set to take place in Llanfyllin gallery Awen

Carys, who adopted through Adoption Mid and West Wales

Carys, who adopted through Adoption Mid and West Wales

Parents in Adoption Mid and West Wales urge more families to consider adoption

Knighton's Glen Penlington

Knighton's Glen Penlington

Timber sports champion from Knighton to make debut on global stage

Welshpool's Daniel Marshall.

Welshpool's Daniel Marshall.

Welshpool 11-year-old wins Hyrox Youngstars event in Valencia

Graham Jones with Welshpool in 1983.

Graham Jones with Welshpool in 1983.

Tributes paid to former Chirk manager and Welshpool Town cup winner Graham Jones

Peter Heath with his model railway. A lifelong railway enthusiast, his family are raising money in his memory to support the restoration of The Countess at the Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway.

Peter Heath with his model railway. A lifelong railway enthusiast, his family are raising money in his memory to support the restoration of The Countess at the Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway.

Heritage railways

Family hopes father's name will live on through historic Powys steam locomotive

Bryan Davies has retired after 44 years at Talgarth Fire Station. Here he is pictured with daughter Katrina, who has also been a firefighter for 20 years.

Bryan Davies has retired after 44 years at Talgarth Fire Station. Here he is pictured with daughter Katrina, who has also been a firefighter for 20 years.

Firefighter who's become 'part of the furniture' retires after 44 years

Thousands raised for funeral of Powys man with 'a heart of gold' who died in crash

From Newtown prodigy to Wales star: Carrie Jones celebrates 50-cap milestone

Raj Mehta, founder of Mehta Opticians in Welshpool and Newtown, who has been remembered as a kind and generous businessman who served Mid Wales communities for more than 50 years.

Raj Mehta, founder of Mehta Opticians in Welshpool and Newtown, who has been remembered as a kind and generous businessman who served Mid Wales communities for more than 50 years.

Tributes to pioneering Powys optician who built business after arriving as refugee

Penmaenau Bars has won the ‘Best Event Bar Services 2026’ for Powys at the Welsh Enterprise Awards 2026, organised by SME News.

Penmaenau Bars has won the ‘Best Event Bar Services 2026’ for Powys at the Welsh Enterprise Awards 2026, organised by SME News.

Bar business celebrates being named best for events at Welsh Enterprise Award

Models who took part in the Daisy Blue Fashion show

Models who took part in the Daisy Blue Fashion show

Fashion show in Llanfair Caereinion raises over £4,000 for cancer research

Cllr Sandra Davies visiting the fostering stand at this year’s Royal Welsh Show with Chief Executive Emma Palmer and Caroline Mears from the council’s Fostering Team.

Cllr Sandra Davies visiting the fostering stand at this year’s Royal Welsh Show with Chief Executive Emma Palmer and Caroline Mears from the council’s Fostering Team.

Improved foster care service allows more children to stay closer to home

The late Hefin Bennett (left) and Alun Watcyn Bunford, whose families have donated new memorial awards to be presented annually at the Trefeglwys Chair Eisteddfod in recognition of their longstanding service to the event.

The late Hefin Bennett (left) and Alun Watcyn Bunford, whose families have donated new memorial awards to be presented annually at the Trefeglwys Chair Eisteddfod in recognition of their longstanding service to the event.

New memorial awards to honour two stalwarts at village Eisteddfod

Honeypot Pen y Bryn Open House

Honeypot Pen y Bryn Open House

Powys charity centre supporting young carers opens its doors to community

Anthony Jones was described as a devoted dad and grandfather, who was affectionately referred to as ‘Grumpy’ by his grandchildren.

Anthony Jones was described as a devoted dad and grandfather, who was affectionately referred to as ‘Grumpy’ by his grandchildren.

1,000 motorcycles ride through Powys in tribute to Anthony 'Tony' Jones

Dyfed-Powys Police

Family tribute to 'remarkable' 32-year-old killed in A470 crash alongside dog Merlin

“In relation to the appeal, sadly, we can confirm that a body has been found during the search for Nicola, who was reported missing from Brecon,” said Dyfed Powys Police.

“In relation to the appeal, sadly, we can confirm that a body has been found during the search for Nicola, who was reported missing from Brecon,” said Dyfed Powys Police.

Dyfed-Powys Police

Body found in search for missing woman Nicola, last seen in Powys

Nicola was last seen in the vicinity of the Morrisons petrol station just before 6pm on Saturday, October 10.

Nicola was last seen in the vicinity of the Morrisons petrol station just before 6pm on Saturday, October 10.

Dyfed-Powys Police

Police appeal to find missing 60-year-old Nicola last seen in Brecon

Weekly dinners at the Taj Mahal Community Hwb in Machynlleth

Weekly dinners at the Taj Mahal Community Hwb in Machynlleth

Weekly plant-based dinners to be held at Taj Mahal Community Hwb in Machynlleth

The answer to question 12. Can you name the player?

The answer to question 12. Can you name the player?

Can you score 20 out of 20 in our Powys news quiz?

The discovery of the man’s body at the Claerwen Reservoir in the Elan Valley, just outside Rhayader, was reported to police by a walker on October 18, 2024.

The discovery of the man’s body at the Claerwen Reservoir in the Elan Valley, just outside Rhayader, was reported to police by a walker on October 18, 2024.

Inquest to be held into unidentified man found dead in Powys reservoir

Paul and Kate Hooper (plus Finn, the friendly dog), who lost their son Tom to suicide in 2024.

Paul and Kate Hooper (plus Finn, the friendly dog), who lost their son Tom to suicide in 2024.

Powys couple preach importance of What3Words, after losing son to suicide

Ellie Cook, from Builth Wells, with her eight-year-old Welsh Part-Bred pony Spice

Ellie Cook, from Builth Wells, with her eight-year-old Welsh Part-Bred pony Spice

Rider and pony win Pony Club championship at first endurance event

Charlotte, 40, purchased the picturesque Rhydoldog House – complete with its stunning 47-acre grounds and its own helicopter landing area – for around £1.5 million in May 2021.

Charlotte, 40, purchased the picturesque Rhydoldog House – complete with its stunning 47-acre grounds and its own helicopter landing area – for around £1.5 million in May 2021.

Cultural attractions

Charlotte Church’s Powys retreat says it's 'pausing work', with no reopening date set

A career in care is, of course, about providing high-quality support and helping residents with their everyday needs. But at The Oaks, the role goes beyond a list of tasks

A career in care is, of course, about providing high-quality support and helping residents with their everyday needs. But at The Oaks, the role goes beyond a list of tasks

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A day in the life of a carer at The Oaks Care Home

A friend of Benjamin Braithwaite, also known as 'River', described them as a “hard-working, educated, gentle, sweet individual”, who had left the UK earlier this year on a backpacking trip.

A friend of Benjamin Braithwaite, also known as 'River', described them as a “hard-working, educated, gentle, sweet individual”, who had left the UK earlier this year on a backpacking trip.

Powys man found dead in Sicily called ‘lovely soul’ as friend slams 'misinformation'

Aaron 'Archie' Richards died in a crash on the A470, along with his beloved dog, Merlin, on Saturday, October 3.

Aaron 'Archie' Richards died in a crash on the A470, along with his beloved dog, Merlin, on Saturday, October 3.

Family pays tribute to 'amazing' Archie, who died in A470 crash with his dog

Wayne Davies at the Jingle Hells fell race in Shropshire.

Wayne Davies at the Jingle Hells fell race in Shropshire.

Powys Teaching Health Board

Runner's passion for fitness became unhealthy fixation before Ponthafren support

Presentation to Keith Williams of the Owain Meredith Micah Shield for the best restored vintage tractor by judge John Bates

Presentation to Keith Williams of the Owain Meredith Micah Shield for the best restored vintage tractor by judge John Bates

Man from Gwystre earns award for restoring vintage tractor

Tom Jerman at work with Halls in the livestock market.

Tom Jerman at work with Halls in the livestock market.

Award-winning graduate lands full-time role as junior auctioneer

The Prince of Wales meets local residents, Rod and Helen Wyatt, during a visit to the village of Skenfrith in Monmouthshire.

The Prince of Wales meets local residents, Rod and Helen Wyatt, during a visit to the village of Skenfrith in Monmouthshire.

Prince William recalls selling CDs at a 'dodgy car boot sale' in Powys as a boy

Elfyn Evans posing for a portrait, Goodwood SpeedWeek, United Kingdom,16th October 2020

Elfyn Evans posing for a portrait, Goodwood SpeedWeek, United Kingdom,16th October 2020

Elfyn Evans wins World Rally Championship after Solberg crashes on final stage

Helen Tuite, from Aberedw, is completing the 22-mile distance at Builth Wells Swimming Pool as part of the Aspire Channel Swim.

Helen Tuite, from Aberedw, is completing the 22-mile distance at Builth Wells Swimming Pool as part of the Aspire Channel Swim.

Aberedw woman swimming equivalent of English Channel at local pool

Tributes have been paid following the death of Nicky George.

Tributes have been paid following the death of Nicky George.

Llanidloes cricket and football clubs pay tribute to club legend Nicky George

Powys dog day care owner Emma Lewis claimed victory in the Red Dragon 160km event with her pint-sized mare El Emira

Powys dog day care owner Emma Lewis claimed victory in the Red Dragon 160km event with her pint-sized mare El Emira

Powys dog day care owner wins 160km endurance ride on pint-sized mare