Author: Rhys Gregory

Local businesswomen Sara Ali saw an opening in Caerphilly Town Centre for quality homecooked style food. Securing ideal premises with picturesque views of the Castle she went about creating Sara’s Kitchen, which opened earlier this year on Castle Street. Specialising in homecooked style dishes and delicious cakes the business is a welcome addition to Caerphilly’s high street. Sara has already built up a loyal base of customers who enjoy a visit to this friendly welcoming eatery. Sara’s Kitchen has developed to not just be an eat in or takeaway, but the business now also delivers within the local area. Of…

After a search of over 40 million volunteer bone marrow donors from Registries across the world, fifteen-year-old patient Taisha Taylor found an incredibly rare match just 30-minutes’ drive from her home. Now aged 20, Taisha overcame a life-inhibiting disorder thanks to a lifesaving bone marrow donation from a complete stranger, Kirsty Burnett, in 2019. For World Marrow Donor Day (September 16), the pair are sharing their story to encourage more people to join the Welsh Bone Marrow Donor Registry. Taisha, from Newbridge, was diagnosed with the rare inherited immunodeficiency disorder, chronic granulomatous disease (CGD) as a child. People with the…

Ceredigion County Council and Powys County Councils continue to collaborate with partners in Mid Wales on a range of strategic matters that help to transform and grow the regional economy. From delivering the Mid Wales Growth Deal and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and leading on the Skills agenda, the work of Growing Mid Wales continues to grow from strength to strength. A key area for the residents and businesses of Mid Wales is Energy. Building on the work undertaken with partners to develop a Regional Energy Strategy and work now underway to develop Local Area Energy Action Plans, there…

A report published today shows the important contribution made by museums to Wales’ cultural life and economy. The Museum Spotlight Survey which is published today monitors and assesses the ongoing health of the museum sector in Wales – and has been running since 2006. Latest figures show that in 2022 there were over 3 million visits to the museums in Wales that completed the survey. This compares to 4.3 million visits in 2019.  Museum visitor levels overall have recovered to 69 per cent of pre Covid-19 levels. Museums make an important contribution to the Welsh economy as well as to…

In 2023, the picturesque landscapes and vibrant communities of Wales are capturing the hearts of prospective homeowners and investors alike. But where in Wales can one find the most promising opportunities for property investment? This article reveals the top housing markets in the country this year, highlighting regions that are not only charming to live in but also hold strong potential for solid returns. Cardiff The capital city of Wales, Cardiff is a bustling, vibrant hub that combines rich history with modern amenities. Known for its iconic castle, sporting venues, and extensive shopping districts, Cardiff is a magnet for professionals,…

The Minister for Education and Welsh Language, Jeremy Miles, has today welcomed the publication of an independent report following a review of vocational qualifications in Wales, commissioned by the Welsh Government. The review forms part of The Co-operation Agreement between the Welsh Government and Plaid Cymru. The Review of vocational qualifications in Wales: report makes 33 recommendations for the Welsh Government and other organisations. It will help determine the next steps in the potential expansion of the range of made-for-Wales vocational qualifications to meet the future needs of learners and the economy in Wales. Vocational qualifications are practical qualifications that relate to…

Welsh dairy co-operative, South Caernarfon Creameries (SCC) has announced the appointment of a new member of their Board. Malan Hughes, who was born and raised at the family’s 500-acre dairy family farm near Pwllheli, will be the first woman to join the Board since the formation of SCC in 1938. Malan is a key member of the Veterinary team at Milfeddygon Deufor. Her background gave her a love of animals and the countryside from a very early age and she was determined on becoming a vet even before she left primary school. In 2016, that long-held dream came true when…

Leading timber supplier Mon Timber has appointed a series of new branch managers across its Newport, Cardiff and Crumlin sites. Mon Timber is a successful and well-respected supplier of timber products, joinery and roof trusses, operating from four sites between Newport and Cardiff. Steve Evans has joined the newly rebranded Crumlin branch from Robert Price Builders Merchants, entering the timber industry through his new managerial role. The site has recently joined the Mon Timber brand, which is part of Premier Forest Products, enabling the branch to expand the product range available to customers. On his appointment, Steve said: “I’m very…

As the countdown continues to the Cardiff Half Marathon on October 1st, event sponsors Principality Building Society are helping first time buyers ‘get a step ahead’ by offering one lucky person the chance to win £24,207 towards their first home. The prize isn’t just a random number. It’s 10% of the average house price in Wales, as per Principality’s Wales House Price Index Q2, which provides the people of Wales with an average property price in each of the 22 local authorities across Wales. As well as offering the opportunity for a first-time buyer to win their house deposit, Principality…

St David’s Dewi Sant Cardiff is hosting a brand-new event for South Wales students this month, with the chance to win thousands of pounds worth of prizes plus a host of exclusive discounts and offers. Big Student Winners Week, from Monday September 25, will be a week-long celebration at St David’s Cardiff to welcome new and returning students with fun, instant-win games like plinko alongside a centre-wide scavenger hunt. Students will be invited on a mission to crack the code using clues hidden around the centre to win prizes worth thousands of pounds including: A Morphe make-up bundle including brushes,…