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Woman who died before Urdd Eisteddfod she helped organise will be honoured at event
A woman who died in a car crash will be posthumously honoured as an Honorary President at this year’s Urdd National Eisteddfod.
Margaret Edwards, 74, from Betws Gwerfyl Goch near Corwen, died in the collision on the A5 at Pentrefoelas on December 28.
North Wales Police issue safety warning to motorists over roads closed by weather
North Wales Police have issued a warning to motorists after drivers ignored road closure signs put in place following severe flooding.
Several road closures have been put in place over the last two days after torrential rain battered the region.
Frightening pictures show stranded biker clinging to hedge surrounded by raging flood water
Pictures show how a biker was left clinging to a hedge as he waited to be rescued after becoming trapped in raging flood water.
The incident happened on the B5426 in Bangor on Dee, Wrexham at around 4.15pm after the road, and surrounding fields, had become totally submerged.
Fire service update
There are no major incidents to report from North Wales Fire and Rescue Service from anywhere across the region this evening.
Holyhead named most connected area of North Wales - this is what the people who live there think
The port town of Holyhead has been named the most connected area of North Wales.
Food hygiene boss reveals the truth about the system - and the lowest score she'd go for
Rebecca Pomeroy, Wrexham council’s lead food hygiene officer, has busted some myths about ratings and inspections.
A470 reopened
Biker saved from Wrexham flood as rescuers are called to same spot for second time in a day
A motorcyclist had to be rescued by the emergency services after getting trapped in flood water in Wrexham.
Police, fire crews, paramedics and the North East Wales Search and Rescue team (NEWSAR) were called to the incident on the B5426 in Bangor on Dee shortly before 4.15pm.
Reports car going wrong way on A55
There are reports on social media that a car has been seen going the wrong way up the A55 westbound, just before St Asaph.
Weather forecast
The Met Office says there will be another wet and windy start to the day tomorrow, with some heavy bursts of rain at times.
The rain will eventually ease by the afternoon, leaving brighter but cloudy conditions.
A55 closure
Decision day set for St Asaph gypsy and traveller site plans which have been opposed by thousands
A controversial proposal to build 12 permanent pitches for gypsies and travellers will go before a council planning committee next month.
A55 Conwy Tunnel to close
The A55 Conwy Tunnel Westbound will shortly be closed for essential repair work.
Fire service warning
Fire crews have been called twice to the same location today after motorists have become trapped in flood water.
North Wales Police issue safety warning to motorists over roads closed by weather
North Wales Police have issued a warning to motorists after drivers ignored road closure signs put in place following severe flooding.
Sheep bring A55 to a halt for second time this weekend
The A55 eastbound in Flintshire had to be closed while sheep were removed from the carriageway.
The sheep were reported to be on the Ewloe Loop to J35 Dobshill.
They have been removed from the road and the A55 has now reopened.
It comes a day after sheep, a dog and a donkey all caused trouble on the A55 in a day of unusual animal sightings.
The dual carriageway had to be closed from Junction 27 in St Asaph near St Margaret’s Church (Marble Church) at around midday after a number of sheep escaped from a nearby field.
Vehicle fire closes A543 Bylchau
The A543 between Bylchau and Denbigh (nearer to Bylchau) is closed at the moment due to a vehicle fire.
Police are asking motorists to find an alternative route.
More on this as I get it.
Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and more are urgently recalling products due to health concerns
Products sold by major retailers are being recalled this week over health concerns.
The affected items, which include a popular yoghurt brand and vegan alternatives, are currently being removed from shelves as a precautionary measure.
Traffic: A483 Wrexham
Queueing traffic on A483 Wrexham Bypass Southbound between A539 J1 (Ruabon) and A5 (Halton Roundabout).
Men arrested in North Wales after killings in cannabis factory robbery
Two men have been arrested at Holyhead Port on suspicion of conspiracy to rob after two men were killed in a cannabis factory robbery.
Crash closes A470 Powys
Part of the A470 in Llangurig, Powys has closed following a crash.
The incident has happened on the Llangurig Roundabout onto the A44.
Crash victim who died before Eisteddfod she helped organise gets special honour
A woman who died in a horrific car crash will be posthumously honoured as an Honorary President at this year’s Urdd National Eisteddfod.
Margaret Edwards, 74, from Betws Gwerfyl Goch near Corwen, died in the collision on the A5 at Pentrefoelas on December 28.
Fire service update
There are no major incidents to report from the fire service this afternoon.
Signing in
Good afternoon. My name’s Lydia Morris, I will be with you now until 11pm this evening with all the latest from across the region.
Traffic update
Aside from the various locations which have been affected by flooding there are no major traffic issues to report at the moment.
Police warning
North Wales Police have issued a warning to motorists after drivers ignored road closure signs put in place following severe flooding.
Sink hole
B5382 closed due to sink hole between Llansannan (Llansannan) and Llangernyw (Llangernyw).
Diversion - via A544 to Llanfair Talhaiarn and A548.
Missing man found
Traffic update
Aside from the various locations which have been affected by flooding there are no major traffic issues to report at the moment.
