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The BBC is considering closing iPlayer to those who don't pay the licence fee in the future

BBC considering closing iPlayer to those not paying TV licence fee

Lois Prys, exhibition designer finishing the final pieces of the costume display at Plas Newydd

Lois Prys, exhibition designer finishing the final pieces of the costume display at Plas Newydd

Costumes from Madfabulous filmed at North Wales Grade I-listed house go on display

The view from Pont-y-Pair.

The view from Pont-y-Pair.

Walking and outdoors

The North Wales village with 4 of the most Instagrammable spots in the country

BBC Wales to hold Llandudno Q&A with party leaders ahead of Senedd election 2026

From Conwy to global spotlight with Wrexham AFC: Maxine Hughes’ inspiring journey

A roundabout near Ysgol John Bright on Maes Du Road in Llandudno was daubed with the St George’s flag, which symbolises the Patron Saint of England..

A roundabout near Ysgol John Bright on Maes Du Road in Llandudno was daubed with the St George’s flag, which symbolises the Patron Saint of England..

All because of the flags: Council blames English flag row for extra 'bad press'

Coed Pella in Colwyn Bay

Coed Pella in Colwyn Bay

More technology problems reported at Coed Pella council chamber

The Penmon mast and building (Image Dale Spridgeon)

The Penmon mast and building (Image Dale Spridgeon)

Welsh landmark with incredible history on Anglesey looks set to be demolished

The Top 5 MOST-READ stories on the North Wales Pioneer website this week

Here are the Top 5 most-read stories on the Pioneer website this week

Top 5 stories this week

Top 5 stories this week

MOST-READ: The Top 5 stories on the North Wales Pioneer website this week

Then Bristol Rovers manager Joey Barton (Image PA) and (right) Sophie Bancroft (Sophie Bancroft/X)

Then Bristol Rovers manager Joey Barton (Image PA) and (right) Sophie Bancroft (Sophie Bancroft/X)

North Wales footballer slams 'absolute muppet' Joey Barton in viral social media spat

This week's Top 5

This week's Top 5

Here are the Top 5 most-read stories on the Pioneer website this week

Catch up on the Top 5 most-read stories on the Pioneer website this week

Here are the Top 5 most popular articles on the Pioneer website this week

Most-read stories this week.

Most-read stories this week.

The Top 5 stories on the North Wales Pioneer this month

Henry Faure Walker, Newsquest CEO (left), with CEO of the NSPCC Sir Peter Wanless as Newsquest joins forces with the charity

Henry Faure Walker, Newsquest CEO (left), with CEO of the NSPCC Sir Peter Wanless as Newsquest joins forces with the charity

Newsquest announces £6 million support for NSPCC in anniversary year

Local newspaper editors are calling on the BBC to abandon its plans to roll out local news websites in areas already served by independent publishers

Local newspaper editors are calling on the BBC to abandon its plans to roll out local news websites in areas already served by independent publishers

BBC now a threat to all local newspapers

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Suzanne Kendrick outside Number 10 Downing Street

Suzanne Kendrick outside Number 10 Downing Street

Pioneer chief reporter invited to 10 Downing Street as Local Media Champion

Ryan Holland, 31, from Colwyn Bay, has travelled 4,000 miles around Europe in a converted van. Image: SWNS

Ryan Holland, 31, from Colwyn Bay, has travelled 4,000 miles around Europe in a converted van. Image: SWNS

Colwyn Bay man travelled 4,000 miles around Europe in van that cost just £1,500

The Only Way is Essex (TOWIE)

TOWIE'S Pete Wicks to make guest apperance at bingo party night

James Cosmo. (Danny Lawson/PA) and Gwydir Castle (Facebook).

James Cosmo. (Danny Lawson/PA) and Gwydir Castle (Facebook).

Game of Thrones

Game of Thrones star James Cosmo spotted filming The Three Musketeers in Conwy and Gwynedd

Dame Arlene Phillips

Dame Arlene Phillips

Arlene Phillips dreaded taking daughter to school because she was an ‘older mum’

Richard Madeley in his I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! gear. Picture: ITV

Richard Madeley in his I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! gear. Picture: ITV

Health board hits out at claims TV star had 'preferential treatment' after falling ill at Gwyrch Castle

Adam Woodyatt, widely known by soap fans as EastEnders' Ian Beale, is a latecomer to this year's I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!

Adam Woodyatt, widely known by soap fans as EastEnders' Ian Beale, is a latecomer to this year's I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!

EastEnders legend Adam Woodyatt returns to North Wales to enter Gwyrch Castle

Ru Paul's Drag Race's second tour of 2022 to visit Llandudno

Ru Paul's Drag Race's second tour of 2022 to visit Llandudno

RuPaul's Drag Race's second tour of 2022 to visit Llandudno

Louise Minchin is looking forward to letting her hair down after leaving the BBC's flagship Breakfast programme in September.

Louise Minchin is looking forward to letting her hair down after leaving the BBC's flagship Breakfast programme in September.

I'M A CELEBRITY

I'm a Celeb's Louise Minchin on 'familiar' Gwyrch Castle and 'extraordinary' situation in camp

David Ginola says he has no expectations ahead of going into the I'm a Celebrity camp at Gwyrch Castle, Abergele.

David Ginola says he has no expectations ahead of going into the I'm a Celebrity camp at Gwyrch Castle, Abergele.

I'M A CELEBRITY

Football legend David Ginola on I'm a Celebrity and self-isolating in North Wales

Team GB's Matty Lee said he is looking forward to some time away from diving at this year's I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!

Team GB's Matty Lee said he is looking forward to some time away from diving at this year's I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!

I'M A CELEBRITY

Tokyo Olympics gold medalist Matty Lee on Gwyrch Castle and being 'the other diver'

The I'm a Celebrity campmates and (inset) BBC Radio 1Xtra DJ Snoochie Shy.

The I'm a Celebrity campmates and (inset) BBC Radio 1Xtra DJ Snoochie Shy.

I'M A CELEBRITY

'Seven cows and the sea' - Radio 1Xtra DJ on North Wales and getting the I'm a Celeb phone call

This year's I'm a Celebrity campmates and (inset) DJ Naughty Boy.

This year's I'm a Celebrity campmates and (inset) DJ Naughty Boy.

I'M A CELEBRITY

I'm a Celebrity's Naughty Boy on 'spiritual' Wales and entering Gwyrch Castle

Louise Minchin (Image: BBC/Steve Schofield). Inset: Frankie Bridge and I'm a Celeb hosts Ant and Dec

Louise Minchin (Image: BBC/Steve Schofield). Inset: Frankie Bridge and I'm a Celeb hosts Ant and Dec

Louise Minchin and Frankie Bridge favourites to win I'm a Celebity

Louise Minchin (Image: BBC/Steve Schofield). Inset: Frankie Bridge and I'm a Celeb hosts Ant and Dec

Louise Minchin (Image: BBC/Steve Schofield). Inset: Frankie Bridge and I'm a Celeb hosts Ant and Dec

Louise Minchin and Frankie Bridge favourites to win I'm a Celebity

Nadine Dorries MP

Nadine Dorries MP

'Government and public must back our world-renowned news industry'

WhatsApp will will be blocked on 53 smartphones from today - the full list. (PA)

WhatsApp will will be blocked on 53 smartphones from today - the full list. (PA)

WhatsApp to be blocked on 53 smartphones today - is your phone on the list?

Rishi Sunak will deliver the budget around 12:30pm today

Rishi Sunak will deliver the budget around 12:30pm today

What time is budget speech today on TV and how to watch?

A prop firearm discharged by veteran actor Alec Baldwin, who is starring and producing a Western movie, killed his director of photography and injured the director

A prop firearm discharged by veteran actor Alec Baldwin, who is starring and producing a Western movie, killed his director of photography and injured the director

Alec Baldwin fired prop gun which killed cinematographer on Rust set, police say

Colwyn Bay manager Craig Hogg (inset) says his side could benefit from their underdog tag against Cardiff Met at the 4 Crosses Arena.

Colwyn Bay manager Craig Hogg (inset) says his side could benefit from their underdog tag against Cardiff Met at the 4 Crosses Arena.

Seagulls have 'nothing to lose' ahead of huge cup tie

S4C will be increasing its digital coverage this season.

S4C will be increasing its digital coverage this season.

Welsh language broadcaster defends increase in online streaming of domestic football

Mick Fleetwood & Friends is screened at Cineworld this week.

Mick Fleetwood & Friends is screened at Cineworld this week.

Fleetwood Mac and guests play for Peter Green

Finland Wales Soccer

Finland Wales Soccer

Lack of ‘Respect’ sleeve patch was not FAW message to UEFA over Belarus game

Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester City – Premier League – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester City – Premier League – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Home advantage ‘halved’ for football teams playing in empty stadiums

Heather Minshull explained her stunt in a video that has since gone viral with more than one million views. Pictures: heatherminsh/TikTok

Heather Minshull explained her stunt in a video that has since gone viral with more than one million views. Pictures: heatherminsh/TikTok

Towyn tourist goes viral after taking revenge on rowdy caravan neighbours

Revealed: Conwy's 'sexiest places' according to new 'sex map'

Where you can buy a copy of the North Wales Pioneer

Where you can buy a copy of the North Wales Pioneer

Where you can buy a copy of the North Wales Pioneer

Themba Mvula and Ffion Edwards.

Themba Mvula and Ffion Edwards.

Enjoy Welsh opera on a summer's night

British and Irish Lions Training – Monday 5th July – Johannesburg

British and Irish Lions Training – Monday 5th July – Johannesburg

Warren Gatland seeks clarification from officials following ‘reckless’ tackle

Wayne Pivac on the touchline

Wayne Pivac on the touchline

Wayne Pivac has ‘learnt a lot’ about Wales’ squad this summer

Kem Cetinay (top right) pictured during his meal with friends at Caernarfon Tandoori.

Kem Cetinay (top right) pictured during his meal with friends at Caernarfon Tandoori.

Fans meet Love Island star during trip to Snowdonia

Maestro Andre Rieu returns with new film in Llandudno

Denmark players celebrating scoring in their 4-1 Euro 2020 victory over Russia

Denmark players celebrating scoring in their 4-1 Euro 2020 victory over Russia

All you need to know about Wales' opponents ahead of last 16 clash

David Brooks says Wales will shut out the widespread support for Euro 2020 opponents Denmark

David Brooks says Wales will shut out the widespread support for Euro 2020 opponents Denmark

David Brooks confident Wales can block out Denmark’s growing fanbase

Patchwork panels of ‘Bridges, Not Walls’ Llangollen Bridge artwork by artist Luke Jerram.

Patchwork panels of ‘Bridges, Not Walls’ Llangollen Bridge artwork by artist Luke Jerram.

Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod strikes new note for 2021