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Aberdare town centre car park to reopen on Thursday after improvement scheme

Aberdare town centre car park to reopen on Thursday after improvement scheme

The Council started work in early September 2025 to undertake pedestrian access and drainage improvements at Duke Street Car Park, along with the main resurfacing activity that encompasses the entire car park

19 November 2025

Works to Sobell Leisure Centre: Pool Closure

Works to Sobell Leisure Centre: Pool Closure

Aberdare's Sobell Leisure Centre will benefit from extensive work to its swimming pool next month, as the entire ventilation system is upgraded.

18 November 2025

Cheaper bus travel returns for local journeys this festive period

Cheaper bus travel returns for local journeys this festive period

Single journeys within the County Borough will cost no more than £1.50 across all bus operators, applying for the entire month of December 2025

18 November 2025

Temporary closure of Aberdare town centre car park will be extended

Please note, the ongoing closure of Duke Street Car Park in Aberdare will be extended until later in the week, as the very wet recent weather has impacted upon progress

17 November 2025

Storm Claudia Update: Saturday 15 November

Thankfully, Storm Claudia caused no major issues throughout Rhondda Cynon Taf. Crews, contractors, residents and businesses all played their part in preparing for the worst that fortunately passed.

15 November 2025

Friday weather warning upgraded to AMBER and a named storm

The Met Office has upgraded its weather warning for heavy rain to AMBER for Friday, November 14, and designated the upcoming weather event as Storm Claudia

14 November 2025

New look gym and spin studio for Abercynon Sports Centre

A new-look gym and spin room will be created at Abercynon Sports Centre, thanks to a significant £350,000 investment.

14 November 2025

Residents Scammed by OVER £180k in A MONTH!

A warning is being issues to residents across Rhondda Cynon Taf and beyond as Cowboy traders scam residents out of over £180,000 in just ONE month.

13 November 2025

Met Office issues FIFTH weather warning in two weeks

Residents and businesses are advised to prepare in advance for heavy rain, with the potential for flooding and disruption, on Friday 14 November – especially in previously-impacted areas

12 November 2025

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