Organisers say this Sunday’s Monmouth Raft Race will go ahead after recent rain raised River Wye levels.
The 6.5-mile charity event, run by Monmouth Rotary, had faced fears of cancellation due to low water, as happened in 2022.
Rafters set off from Monmouth Rowing Club at noon, finishing in Whitebrook where a family festival with food and live entertainment will be held.
Drug dealer with distinctive tattoo caught red-handed
A 19-year-old man from Ebbw Vale has been jailed for more than two years after police linked him to drug dealing through social media posts.
New substation to boost reliability across Monmouthshire
A major £1.5 million upgrade to Usk substation is set to boost electricity reliability across Monmouthshire.
Bridge repairs could begin soon says Monmouth MP
Catherine Fookes says repair works on Inglis Bridge could begin soon, with preparatory work already under way.
Raft Race raises more than £11,000 for hospice
The annual Wye Raft Race has raised more than £11,000 for St David’s Hospice Care.
Budget plan proposes council tax rise and hiking parking and other charges
Councillors could force a rethink on a draft budget that includes a potential 5.95 per cent council tax rise and a hike in parking charges.
Heavy Rain
High: 8°C | Low: 3°C
Heavy Rain
High: 9°C | Low: 3°C
Heavy Rain
High: 9°C | Low: 3°C
