Author: Alice Gregory

On opening night for “Party Games” at the New Theatre in Cardiff, a few seats remained unoccupied. It made us ponder whether the audience had grown weary of politics after the tumultuous events of the past 18 months. “Party Games” promises an evening of entertainment and intrigue, showcasing a hilariously acerbic new comedy by Michael McManus, known for “Maggie & Ted,” and directed by Joanna Read. Playwright Michael McManus brings an insider’s perspective to the narrative, having worked in the Central Office during the tenures of both Margaret Thatcher and John Major, as well as serving as a special adviser…

This May half term Mermaid Quay will be hosting Water and Wildlife Week with a host of free family friendly activities focused on water safety awareness and the importance of preserving the local environment. In collaboration with local emergency services, including South Wales Police, the RNLI (Royal National Lifeboat Institution), and St John Cymru, the event hosted by Mermaid Quay will feature demonstrations, educational information sessions, and interactive activities designed to engage adults and children alike. Here’s a look at what will be taking place during the week: Wednesday, May 29th, 2024: Visitors can enjoy free face painting between 12pm…

Shepherds Ice Cream, the original sheep’s milk ice cream, will celebrate actor Miriam Margolyes OBE at Hay Festival Hay-on-Wye 2024 with a special flavour. Available exclusively at the Festival site, 23 May–2 June, the special edition ice cream will be a coffee-chocolate mix with fudge ripple. Margolyes is a British-Australian actor known for her versatile roles in film, television, and on stage. She has appeared in numerous acclaimed works, including the Harry Potter film series, Blackadder, The Age of Innocence, and The Real Marigold Hotel. She is appearing in events at Hay Festival Hay-on-Wye on Saturday 1 June and Sunday 2 June, discussing her memoir,…

A schoolboy has achieved his dream of introducing his classmates to the care home residents he loves reading his favourite stories to. Harri Shone spends many spare hours after school reading his storybooks to residents at Pendine Park’s Highfield care home, in Wrexham, where his mum, Laura shone is a senior care practitioner. He has earned a reputation as a local hero for his volunteering stints and in the run up to World Book Day 2024 he even appeared on BBC television’s The One Show to talk about his love of reading. Harri said his dream is to inspire other…

The RSPCA will be holding a birthday party like no other to celebrate its 200th anniversary with a host of events across England and Wales including one in Torfaen. And animal lovers and families from across the region are invited to join in the celebrations as part of the RSPCA’s One Fun Day which will be held at various locations across England and Wales. The RSPCA Wyth Sir Branch – which covers Torfaen along with Newport, Merthyr Tydfil, Rhondda Cynon Taff, Monmouthshire, South Powys, Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly – will be hosting a One Fun Day event at Ponthir Village Hall…

After raising significant amounts of funds for the DPJ Foundation and Wales Air Ambulance over the past two years, Ashmole & Co accountancy firm are delighted to announce its new charity for this year is Tenovus Cancer Care. With thirteen offices spread across west, mid and south Wales, the staff of Ashmole & Co were in favour of supporting a Welsh charity that supports those affected by cancer. Tenovus Cancer Care are a Wales-based charity which gives help, hope and a voice to everyone affected by cancer. Tenovus is there for anyone affected by cancer. Together with its inspiring community…

An innovative Welsh company has supplied 30,000 life-saving fridges to over 75 countries. SureChill, based in Cardiff, has pioneered cooling technology for areas where traditional power supplies are limited, or non-existent, in remote areas and in war and disaster zones. Their fridges are used to store essential materials, such as vaccines, antibiotics, insulin and other medicines at safe temperatures, and the firm estimates that worldwide, some 10 million children who might otherwise have been at risk have been safeguarded by their innovative technology. The firm recently expanded into larger premises at UKSE’s Cardiff Bay Business Centre, unifying its research and development…

Adrenaline junkies have just six weeks to sign up to take a leap into the unknown with Tŷ Hafan’s all-new Skydive event. This thrilling new fundraiser will see participants doing a tandem skydive, jumping from 10,000ft over Swansea Airfield on Saturday 10 August. There are just 25 places available and Tŷ Hafan’s skydivers will reach speeds of up to 120 mph during their breath-taking descent. James Davies-Hale, Head of Fundraising for Tŷ Hafan, said: “We are so excited about our amazing new Tŷ Hafan Skydive fundraiser. It is the very first time we have done anything like this and we…

A North Wales road haulage company has taken a major step on its journey towards net zero with the installation of a 1400-panel solar array at its headquarters. Farrall’s Group’s new system on the roof of its offices and warehouse on the giant Deeside Industrial Estate will supply almost half its electricity and takes it completely off-grid when the sun is shining. The work has been carried out by Wrexham-based solar energy specialists Rawson Solar on time and on budget and is expected to pay for itself in four and a half years. The new system will generate half a…

Lawyers who advise the Government, and their professional support staff, are being encouraged to adopt an O Shaped mindset after learning about an innovative movement that aims to drive positive cultural change across the legal industry. The Government Legal Department (GLD) has enrolled corporate and operational teams on a series of O Shaped training programmes delivered by UK and Ireland law firm Browne Jacobson. Browne Jacobson has provided training to its own teams since becoming the first law firm to partner with the O Shaped movement in 2022, and is now supporting clients to embed the initiative’s purpose and vision…