A group of family and friends from across Britain have formed a formidable running team to raise money for deaf children. Miskin-based Elen Naughton, whose daughter Nel, 2, was born profoundly deaf, and her cousin Jenny Weare are leading the charge, with 18 family members and friends also deciding to join in. ‘The 1705 Alliance’ will run more than 150 kilometres altogether, with all proceeds going to the National Deaf Children’s Society. The team, which includes Nel’s dad Martin and…

 “There were moments when fear consumed me and my instinct to live was frantic and desperate. There were also moments of total peace knowing I’d been lucky enough to travel, to really live, and to run all over the world.” These are the words of Ellie Lacey: a transplant survivor with a passion for running and a passion for life. Ellie’s story is truly inspirational and she continues to inspire others with her latest challenge. In her new role as…

  THE COUNTDOWN is on to Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life in Cardiff. With just two weeks to go until the big day, organisers are rallying local women to join the fight against cancer as fewer women than expected have registered for the life-saving fundraiser. Organisers are calling on mums, daughters, sisters and friends to show their support and take part in the 5k and10k events at Blackweir Fields, Bute Park on Sunday 16 July. Entry closes on13 July…

A popular Cardiff community running event could be cancelled due to a lack of funding. The Butetown Mile – a one-mile run/walk along Bute Street – dates back to the 1980s, when it attracted the best in the UK taking part in an elite race and the local community taking part in a fun run. The event came to an end in the 1990s due to a breakdown in organisation and the development of Cardiff Bay, but was revived in…