Author: Rhys Gregory

Image conscious men are flocking to a North Wales clinic to have Botox injections and fillers, according to one of the stars of a hit series on S4C. Ex-nurse Nayema Khan Williams, who specialises in non-surgical cosmetic treatments at her bases in Colwyn Bay and Felinheli, near Bangor, revealed the procedures have become increasingly popular for men in the past few years. Nayema, from Caernarfon, was speaking alongside husband Osian after completing filming their contributions on the latest episode of Gogglebocs Cymru. The show  – where  ordinary people voice their opinions about a range of television programmes – is broadcast…

Steve Backshall MBE, the enduringly popular adventurer and presenter of favourites such as Deadly 60, Expedition with Steve Backshall, Undiscovered Worlds and Blue Planet Live will take the public on an enthralling journey into the world of venom in an event organised by Bangor University as part of Bangor Science Festival, which takes place throughout the month of March. Tickets for the FREE event, which will take place on Wednesday 20th March between 5.30-6.30pm, will be available from the Pontio website and ticket line from Friday, 23 February at 1pm. The event is suitable for all ages. With his characteristic…

Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Countryside and Landscape Service, in conjunction with Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Caerphilly Adventure Group, Caerphilly Ramblers, Islwyn Ramblers and other partners, are once again throwing down a SERIOUS challenge for walkers and runners of all abilities. Following on from the successful FORGE 2023, the challenge continues in the stunning surrounds of the Rhymney Valley with its challenging terrain, rich countryside and commanding views. The start and finish of this years challenge is Idris Davies School. As always… The Caerphilly Challenge Series will have routes suitable for all fitness levels and abilities. The routes are in…

Pembrokeshire County Council and Loungers, one of the UK’s leading hospitality companies, are pleased to announce they have agreed headline terms for Loungers to become the first tenant of the fantastic Western Quayside development in Haverfordwest. Loungers intend to occupy the ground floor of the building which is an important element of the Council’s long-term regeneration plan for the County Town. Loungers was founded in 2002 and is famous for its family-friendly, welcoming atmosphere, eccentric and spectacular interiors and great food and drink offers. The company runs Lounge café bars across the UK – including the Cofio Lounge at the…

This week, Councillors of Merthyr Tydfil CBC received the draft budget proposals for the next financial year, 2024/2025. Based on funding from Welsh Government of £123.2m there is still a shortfall of £12.5m. In an endeavour to protect as many services as possible, particularly Education and Social Services, an 8% rise in council tax has been advised, along with a minimum of £9.4m in efficiencies and cuts to address the funding gap. The majority of properties in the local authority are Band A. For residents who live in a Band A property, this would be an increase of £2.24 per…

Eat Them to Defeat them returns for its sixth year, to make veg fun, improve diets and increase children’s intake of vegetables by chomping away. Launched earlier this week, the theme of this year’s campaign ‘The Big Chomp’ is calling on children to defeat veg one bite at a time and boost vegetable intake through a schools’ programme and advertising campaign. The award-winning campaign comes from Veg Power, ITV, Channel 4 and Sky Media and is being supported by Welsh Government who is funding a bilingual school programme for all primary schools across Wales, reaching over 262,000 children. Ysgol Santes…

First Minister Mark Drakeford has announced the finalists of this year’s St David Awards at an event at the Senedd. This year’s Awards will be the eleventh. The first time the awards were presented was in 2014. Three finalists will be selected for the 10 St David Awards, with the first nine nominated by the public, in the following categories: Business CASE UK Ltd Peter Radcliffe Deaf Friendly Ltd Bravery Callum Smith (Porth) Owain Williams, Victoria James, Stephen Wardman, Ross Wellington (Caerphilly) PC Cath Parry (North Wales Police) PS Isabelle Coulson and PS Ross Phillips Community Spirit Helen Hughes Angela…

More than £14 million is being invested by the Welsh Government to extend and reconfigure parts of the Grange University Hospital emergency department, Health Minister Eluned Morgan has officially announced. The funding will improve the quality of patient and staff experience and ensure the right facilities are in place to consistently deliver safe and timely care to those who need to use the service. It will see the main waiting area significantly extended and the current waiting area reconfigured into a rapid assessment area, where patients can receive examinations and investigations quickly and be monitored for short periods. The Grange…

Pupils from Coed Glas Primary School in Llanishen have enjoyed a unique opportunity to visit the demolition site at the former HMRC office building at Tŷ Glas Equipped with child size hard hats and hi-viz vests, around 120 children visited the site including pupils from Reception, Year five classes and the school’s Deaf and Hearing Loss Resource Base Hosted by Erith, the demolition contractor chosen to undertake the works, the visit saw the children escorted to a safe zone where the children were given the opportunity to sit in the cab of a tipper truck and learn about the safety…

The hotel industry is a dynamic and ever-evolving sector, constantly adapting to the changing needs and wants of travelers. As we advance into the future, several new trends have emerged, shaping the way hoteliers conduct business and guests experience hospitality. From the integration of technology to personalized experiences and sustainable practices, the industry is witnessing a transformation that caters to a new generation of savvy consumers. In this context, concepts like Profitroom gain significance as they become pivotal to the success of modern hotels. Technology Integration and Smart Rooms Mobile Check-in and Digital Key The convenience of bypassing front desk…