Author: Rhys Gregory

Aldi stores in Wales donated 66,200 meals to families in need during the recent summer school holidays.  All of its Welsh stores supported local charities and foodbanks during a period of increased demand by redistributing surplus food via community giving platform Neighbourly.   Since Aldi’s partnership with Neighbourly began in 2019, Aldi stores across the country have already donated more than 35 million meals – including over seven million meals so far this year.   This summer, Aldi also gave every child in the UK a chance to try an Olympic or Paralympic sport for free as part of its ‘Get a Taste for Sport’ initiative, helping parents meet the cost of…

The Ryder Cup is back, with the latest renewal of the intense rivalry between Europe and the United States set to take place at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club on the outskirts of Rome between 29 September – 1 October. Fans on both sides of the Atlantic are at fever pitch as tee-off in Italy rapidly approaches and the hosts will be keen to ensure that they extend their dominance on home soil, as Team USA haven’t won in Europe since edging out a 15-13 victory at The Belfry in Warwickshire way back in 1993. It’s not looking good…

If you’re starting college this week, you might be feeling a mixture of nerves and excitement. Two people who know exactly how this can feel are Alice Bird and Ashley Horobin, who finished their first year at Coleg Sir Gâr in the summer. From settling into class and meeting new classmates, through to getting a grip on assignments and starting to think about exams, Alice and Ashley understand how much there can be for new pupils to think about. Here they share their top tips with you and how you can make the most out of college. Ashley: Be yourself.…

The pioneering independent day school – which again secured the highest GCSE and A Levels results in North Wales during the summer – will undergo a period of significant development over the coming months. Attracting pupils from all over the region for more than a century, the Bangor institution is planning to build new sports facilities on its seven-acre site, including tennis courts and a Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA). They will also invest in cutting-edge IT equipment, a revamped website, social media channels and branding, innovative learning technology systems and improve signage, access, fencing and landscaping around its picturesque grounds.…

PlatinaTM, a highly acclaimed skin therapy brand renowned for its medical-grade products, has launched its much-anticipated entry into the UK market on September 6, 2023. Following major success in the United States, Platina is set to revolutionise the UK skincare industry by introducing its exceptional skin therapy system directly to members of the British public. Platina is seeking a limited number of individuals to join its exclusive Platina Club, which will reward members with unique resources, offers, and personalised support on their skincare journey. Originally designed to complement and enhance the efficacy of high energy light-based skincare treatments, the Platina…

Solo clothes shop in Mumbles has a new owner. Following the retirement, after 40 years, of founder Lynne Kettles, Lynne’s long-time friend Helen Bowden has taken over the business. The new role marks a change of direction for Helen, whose previous career spans the charity sector, the media – she was station director at Swansea Sound/The Wave and content editor at BBC Radio Wales – and promoting the Swansea Bay City Region as Chief Executive of Swansea Bay Futures and a founder of 4theRegion. She is also a voiceover artist and a director of an e-learning platform. Helen has become…

BA Set Design and Production graduate from the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) has secured a post with the Welsh National Opera. Jevon Mckenna from Swansea decided to study UWTSD as he wanted to follow in his siblings’ footsteps by studying at the same institution as them, as it felt like a special place. He said: “What makes UWTSD special (for me at least) is how tight-knit things are, not only regarding the student and staff communities but how that affects the resources they can allocate to you. In a larger class, I would not have had as…

From the lush wine regions of Tokaj to the iconic thermal baths in Budapest, Hungary is a destination of diverse allure for Welsh travelers. But while navigating the Hungarian roads can be an adventure in itself, understanding the e-vignette system is vital for a stress-free journey. Decoding the E-Vignette System The e-vignette, a modern touch to Hungary’s road regulation, is an electronic toll system. Unlike the traditional physical stickers, the e-vignette is essentially a virtual permit linked to the vehicle’s registration number, allowing access to Hungary’s expansive motorways. Types of E-Vignettes Hungary offers a variety of vignettes tailored to various…

For West Ham United, this new Premier League season brings the opportunity to get back on track. The last campaign was one that David Moyes and his charges will be keen to forget, and while glory in the Conference League helped paper over some of the domestic disappointment, the aim this time around will be to re-establish themselves in the top half of the Premier League table and improve their status in the odds on the Premier League. The recent 3-1 win over Chelsea at the London Stadium represented the perfect statement of intent. After a credible 1-1 draw away…

Cardiff-based public relations agency Petersens PR is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The business was set up by marketing and PR expert Robert Petersen in 2003 and works with clients in Wales and beyond across various sectors including law, property, education and printing. Petersens PR, based at Eastern Business Park in St Mellons, is currently in a period of growth, having taken on several new clients. It recently appointed a new PR and social media executive, Ellie Courtman, a Cardiff University graduate who originally joined as an intern. The agency has also been shortlisted for a prestigious Chartered Institute of Public…