Helgard Krause, chief executive of the Books Council of Wales, said cuts in the past year have made it difficult to operate after years of standstill funding.
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Community allotments celebrating success
The team behind a community allotment in Cwmfelinfach is celebrating its “exponential” growth, which has seen it secure a Green Flag award less than 18 months after opening.
Performing arts sector warns of ‘critical’ cuts
Huge cuts to the performing arts could have a devastating impact, stifle the creative sector and endanger Wales’ cultural identity, a committee heard.
The Blues Brothers, Ivor Novello, and a brass band. What’s on this weekend and beyond
Find out what’s happening this weekend and beyond with our events round-up.
Battle of the Bluebirds: Welsh Cup clash between Haverfordwest and Trethomas
In an unlikely rematch, Trethomas Bluebirds prepare to head west where they’ll face Cymru Premier side Haverfordwest County in round two of the Welsh Cup.
Senedd member faces ‘trivial’ probe over eBay review
A Senedd member was investigated after leaving a negative review about a pair of crystal sherry glasses bought on eBay for £9.99.
Police dispersal order in force this weekend in bid to tackle antisocial behaviour
A dispersal order will be in place in Rhymney this weekend following a “recent increase in antisocial behaviour”.
Uncertain future for sports centres as council prepares review of leisure services
Leisure services in Caerphilly could undergo a major transformation in the new year, including the possibility of some sports centres shutting down.
Warm Blackwood welcome for head of Lesotho’s rugby federation
The head of Lesotho’s rugby federation was welcomed to Blackwood Rugby Club earlier this week as part of his week-long visit to Wales.
Senedd rejects call for quarry overhaul
The Senedd rejected calls to overhaul planning processes for quarries despite concerns about public health, the environment and people feeling powerless.