A north-west Welsh county, heartland of Welsh language, with Bangor and Caernarfon as key towns
A civilian-contracted Cessna 441 has crashed near Cape Newenham LRRS Airport west of Anchorage. Investigators have confirmed two pilots and six passengers were on board and rescuers have found no survivors. The aircraft had departed Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport and was bound for the remote radar site; the NTSB and FAA are investigating.
A roundup of UK travel features highlights scenic routes, coastlines and towns from multiple outlets, focusing on accessible nature, iconic landscapes and local culture. The pieces span Gleneagles in Scotland, Lake District gems, Edinburgh’s outdoor scene, and Shetland’s northern beauty.
A band of thunderstorms and heavy rain has prompted yellow weather warnings across much of England and Wales. The Met Office warns of disruption to transport and potential flooding, with 81 areas under warning and multiple flood alerts. Homeowners in Perry Barr have already seen flooding, as forecasters anticipate further downpours over the bank holiday weekend.
A government-backed inquiry into maternity and neonatal care is expanding to include sessions with families. Campaigners say the process is a turning point for the trust involved, as families share experiences to guide the review.
A newborn baby girl has been found dead on the Menai Strait shoreline near Siliwen Road, Bangor, Gwynedd. Police are appealing to the baby’s mother, who may be extremely vulnerable, to come forward and seek support. A post-mortem is due, with investigations ongoing.
Powys Teaching Health Board has unveiled plans to reduce inpatient beds across eight community hospitals, consolidating services into two to three sites. The move aims to make care safer and more sustainable but has sparked opposition from GPs, politicians and residents, who warn of longer journeys for a chronically aging population. A 14-week consultation is underway.
Remembrance Sunday events across Scotland and the UK have seen ceremonies, parades and wreath-laying to honour veterans and those who lost their lives in wars. First Minister Swinney, Scottish Secretary Alexander and Edinburgh’s Lord Provost attended Edinburgh’s Stone of Remembrance, with veterans and Armed Forces chiefs taking part in services from Edinburgh to Glasgow, Dundee and Wales.