Author: Alice Gregory

Report, report, report. That’s the message coming from police in south Wales as they launch their new campaign to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB). For South Wales Police, every report counts and can contribute to community solutions needed to bring positive change. The force wants to help people understand what happens once a report has been made and how the police use the information. With the launch of the new campaign ‘Project Pinpoint’, people are being encouraged to report ASB, to demonstrate how it can contribute to crime data. This data can, in turn, lead to targeted community solutions. Reports can…

A talented young harpist swapped Buckingham Palace for a concert “fit for a king” at a care organisation. Bethan Conway was joined by flautist Charlotte Thomas for a series of performances at Pendine Park in Wrexham. The pair are long-standing members of NEW Sinfonia, the flagship orchestra of North Wales which has struck up a new partnership with Pendine. The concert was arranged as a token of thanks for the backing  which NEW Sinfonia has received from the Pendine Arts and Community Trust (PACT) which supports a host of cultural and community activities in North Wales. PACT was established by…

A group of hiking super heroes are in training to trek across the Spanish hills on a fundraising mission for a North Wales hospice. The 14 walkers have signed up to take on northern Spain’s historic Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route in aid of St Kentigern Hospice in St Asaph. Together they hope their 67km venture will raise at least £50,000 to help fund the hospice’s palliative care services for adults in Conwy, Denbighshire and Flintshire areas. St Kentigern Hospice Community Fundraiser William Holliday said: “The volunteers are all genuine superstars, heroes and heroines determined to put their best feet…

RSPCA Animal Rescue Officer (ARO) Sian Burton was soon on the scene and caught the young bird, who she described as ‘feisty’ and uninjured, before releasing him. Sian said: “The disorientated swan had been in the middle of the road in oncoming traffic, but when I arrived luckily the swan had moved to the hard shoulder. “We think that as a juvenile swan he may have been moved on from where he was by other swans and then become lost and crash landed onto the A48. “Thankfully the police were on the scene and had lane closure in place.” As…

Pembrokeshire artist Sarah Jane Brown will join a host of other local artists for the opening of the NPOS Art Exhibition at Peppers Gallery, Fishguard, this Saturday. This exhibition previews work by the artists involved in the annual North Pembrokeshire Open Studios Art Trail that leads visitors on a journey discovering talented artists and makers around Pembrokeshire. The exhibition celebrating the North Pembrokeshire Open Studios artists opens at Peppers Gallery, West Wales Arts Centre, Fishguard this Saturday 3rd August to 24th August, 10 am to 5 pm. Sarah Jane’s painting ‘Towards a Crossroads’ will be on display at this exhibition…

Coleg Cambria University Centre has organised sessions for learners via a new booking portal, offering guidance to anyone interested in studying for a higher education (HE) qualification, including advice on degree options, course recommendations, applications, funding and finance and more. They take place across August and September with Cambria’s HE Partnerships and Compliance Manager Donna Pritchard, and Emma Hurst, Dean of HE and Access to HE. Reflecting on the University Centre advice booking service, Mrs Hurst said: “This is a new option for prospective HE learners. “Choosing the right course and navigating the application process can feel overwhelming so this…

A visually impaired man who used to drink a litre of vodka and smoke 40 cigarettes a day, has turned his life around and will now take on the Brecon Carreg CDF 10K. Andy Muxlow, from Aberdare, said his life revolved around alcohol and smoking since the age of 16. But two years ago, he recognised he needed help and is proud to say that he hasn’t had a drink since 28 November 2022. He has since taken up running and will be participating in his first 10K road race in the heart of the Welsh capital on Sunday 1…

A former Army medic has graduated from Swansea University after leaving school with no A-levels, and in a full-circle moment, will now train as a teacher, encouraging young people to pursue their dreams. For Carrie Power, 36, from the Hants-Wilts border, university wasn’t something she thought much about when she was in school. “I didn’t grow up with an understanding of higher education; I didn’t even know student loans existed,” explained Carrie. “The idea of university was never discussed in my house, as none of my family had gone. That lack of exposure meant I ended up leaving school without…

The Queen of British Soul and West End performer Beverley Knight MBE has been announced as the headline act at this year’s Child of Wales awards. The singer songwriter – who’s been on the music scene for more than 25 years and begins the second leg of her biggest-ever UK tour in September – will perform at the very special annual event in Swansea Arena on Friday, September 27th. The Child of Wales awards celebrates the inspirational achievements of the young people of Wales, while raising money for charities in Wales dedicated to helping children. Beverley has more than two…

The New Saints Women are delighted to announce the signing of former Everton, Liverpool, and Wolverhampton Wanderers player, Poppy Kendrick-Jones, who joins the club ahead of the 2024/25 season. The Oswestry-born youngster enjoyed four seasons in total with Everton’s academy, as well as two seasons at Liverpool and a year-long spell with the Wolves U21s side. Now, Kendrick-Jones has her sights fixed firmly on achieving success with The New Saints FC Women when the new season kicks off on September 15th. Kendrick-Jones becomes Shauna Duffy’s fifth new addition to the squad so far this summer, with the side having also…