Author: Rhys Gregory

The Welsh Dental Awards (WDA) is delighted to announce the finalists for the inaugural 2026 Welsh Dental Awards. The WDA’s have proven to be incredibly popular, with a huge number of applications from across Wales. The finalists are as follows: Patient Experience of the Year Dr Sean – Friars Dental Clinic Wyndham House Dental Practice Ruabon Road Dental Practice Whitland Dental Co Hayden Dental Y Bont Faen Dental Centre Oral Health of the Year Wyndham House Dental Practice Dr Sean Roberts – Friars Dental Clinic Kirsty Chappell – Luna Dental Cardiff – Kirsty’s Smile Academy Compassionate Care of the Year…

Employers should lead on support and education for young savers to capitalise on their engagement with pensions, according to Quantum Advisory, the leading pensions and employee benefits consultancy for small and medium sized schemes and employers. New research from Pensions UK has perhaps surprisingly revealed that younger pension savers are more likely to understand and proactively engage with their defined contribution pension investments than older colleagues. 31% of savers aged 18 to 34 stated that they knew what their pension was invested in, compared to 21% in the next age bracket. The research also found that younger savers were more…

A small village community hub that has become a lifeline for residents is set to expand its activities thanks to a funding boost from local energy company, Pennant Walters. The Glynogwr Hub, based at St Tyfodwg’s Church, has received £11,000 which has allowed the purchase of new chairs that will replace the pews and transform the way the space can be used by the local community. The Hub opened in 2023, and is managed by a dedicated group of local volunteers with support from Bridgend Association of Voluntary Organisations (BAVO). Since then, it has quickly established itself as an important…

Comedian Elis James will take to the Pavilion stage at the National Eisteddfod for the first time this year, performing on Wednesday 5 August as part of the festival programme. Entry to the gig is included in the Maes day ticket, and with strong roots in the area, his return promises an evening of laughter and a warm homecoming atmosphere. Famous for making quick connections with people from across Wales on his podcast ‘Elis & John’ on BBC Sounds, Elis will no doubt receive a warm welcome at the National Eisteddfod, arguably one of the best places in the world…

Caerphilly is set to host its first ever Caerphilly 5KM Festival of Road Racing on Sunday 9 August 2026 at 6:00pm, with the event proudly serving as host of the 2026 Welsh 5KM Championships. Set against the dramatic backdrop of Caerphilly Castle, runners will take on a fully closed-road, chip-timed three-loop course around one of Wales’ most iconic landmarks, creating a breathtaking spectacle for runners and spectators alike. The festival will feature four races designed to cater for everyone from elite Welsh championship athletes to people taking on their very first 5KM: Elite 1 Mile Race Welsh 5KM Championships Masters 5KM Welsh Championships (35+) Open 5KM Fun…

Primary school pupils from across Caerphilly County Borough came together to compete in the Primary School Cluster League Football Finals, showcasing teamwork, skill and a shared passion for the game. The competition, open to pupils in Years 5 and 6, followed a structured league format, with teams playing 7 a side matches in squads of up to 10. Schools first competed across three rounds within five cluster areas: Blackwood, Caerphilly, Risca, Upper Rhymney and Ystrad Mynach. At the end of the cluster stages, the top two teams from each area progressed to the finals. Finalists were then split into groups,…

Year 6 pupils at Waunfawr Primary School have been exploring the global impact of food choices as part of an interactive sustainability project delivered by Size of Wales in partnership with Caerphilly County Borough Council. The initiative, which ran over three weeks, introduced pupils to key environmental issues linked to global food systems, including deforestation and the hidden impact of so-called “forest risk” ingredients such as beef from South America, palm oil, soy, coffee and cacao. Size of Wales, a charity working to make Wales part of the global solution to climate change, collaborates with Indigenous Peoples and local communities…

In the hyper-competitive world of digital marketing, few sectors are as challenging to navigate as the gambling and iGaming industry. For major players like Betway, the battle for the top spot on Search Engine Results Pages (SERPs) is constant. When users search for “online casino sites,” they are met with a sea of competition, making it increasingly difficult for even established brands to maintain visibility. This is where the specialized expertise of a digital marketing agency like Aleph Marketing Studio becomes a vital asset. The Complexity of Casino SEO Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for the gambling sector is a unique…

Welsh Athletes have made a big impact on the world of sport over the years, competing in a wide range of sports, including football, Athletics, rugby, and boxing. Welsh people have shown great skill and determination, with many reaching the top of their respective sports and inspiring people in Wales and across the UK. This post will look at just some of the top Welsh talent of our time. Lottomart, the home of online slots, has listed some of the top Welsh athletes who redefined what it means to be a successful athlete from Wales. Gareth Bale One of the…

A popular pick-your-own tulip field in Mid Wales is set to reopen this weekend, with tens of thousands of blooms expected to attract visitors from across the region. Sennybridge Tulips, located in Sennybridge near Brecon, will open its gates on Saturday (April 11), offering visitors the chance to explore and pick from an impressive display of 35,000 tulips across 50 different varieties. The attraction has grown significantly in just a year. In 2025, the site featured around 25,000 tulips and 32 varieties, making this year’s display its biggest to date. Open daily from 10am to 5pm, except Tuesdays, the experience…