Author: Rhys Gregory

Newport City Dogs Home has won gold in two categories at the 2023 RSPCA Cymru PawPrint Awards for their work with stray dogs. This is the twelfth year that the team has been recognised with a gold award in the stray dog category for their hard work looking after the dogs in their care. Newport City Dogs Home also won a second gold award for their work with kennelling stray dogs. The RSPCA PawPrints annual award scheme recognises hard work from public bodies in relation to animal welfare. There are a number of categories for awards including recognition for stray…

The Waterstones Children’s Laureate for 2022-2024, Joseph Coelho, was welcomed to Caerphilly Library as a part of his ‘Library Marathon’. The Library Marathon sees Joseph joining a library in every local authority in the UK, thus encouraging people to register with their local library and highlighting the vital role libraries play in inspiring a love of reading in young people. During his visit, Joseph read some of his stories and poems to pupils from The Twyn Primary School and then gave them the opportunity to ask him some questions about his role as the Children’s Laureate. He also registered for…

Contractors, ISG have started  work on the site of the former Monwel Hankinson factory, Ebbw Vale, to create a new multi-million hi-tech post 16 education facility. The new 21,808 sq ft High Value Engineering (HiVE) facility will provide state-of-the art training and education for young people and businesses in the fields of robotics, advanced materials and manufacturing, and digital and enabling technologies. In partnership with Coleg Gwent, and industry partners, the Council secured over £12 million from the Welsh Government’s Tech Valleys programme and the UK Government to bring the redundant factory building back in to use and create HiVE…

An authentic taste of Naples has arrived on Merthyr Tydfil’s high street, with the opening of Scorchini’s Pizzeria. The family run business is Wales’ first ever authentic Neapolitan pizzeria — one of only twelve across the UK. What’s more, the restaurant’s owners and head pizzaiolo’s, Gareth and Miranda George, are two of only a select few professionally trained, authentic pizza chefs in the UK. The husband-wife duo trained in Naples with the great-grandson of Raffaele Esposito — who is credited with creating the Margherita pizza in 1889, at the Associazione Vera Pizza Napoletana (AVPN) School in Naples. Starting out travelling…

Daniel Gerrard has been sentenced to four years in jail for an unprovoked assault in Merthyr Tydfil. In May 2022, Gerrard, 41, while out with his friends at the Vulcan Pub accused a man of sexually assaulting his partner and threw him to the ground aggressively. CCTV footage showed that this was not the case, and that the unknown male was simply dancing within the vicinity of his girlfriend which Gerrard has issue with. Gerrard was then confronted by door staff and told to leave. Both Gerrard and his friend Jason Cox, then waited outside the pub for a second…

A Paralympic dressage horse rider, who has overcome persistent pain to fulfil her dreams, has praised the launch of revised guidance by the Welsh Government to improve outcomes and experiences for people suffering from chronic pain. Persistent pain can affect anyone of any age, at any time. It is estimated between 33% and 50% of the adult population in the UK live with some form of persistent pain, which equates to as many as 1.3 million people in Wales. These conditions can have a serious effect on mental health, ability to work, and relationships with friends and family. New Living with…

In a world where cars have transcended mere transportation, they’ve developed into a canvas for self-expression. The attractiveness of a car goes beyond its surface; it’s about the emotions it stirs within you. Have you ever wondered why you’re irresistibly attracted to a sleek sports car? It’s no accident: it’s a testament to the designers’ meticulous efforts in crafting vehicles that seamlessly blend style with functionality. Let’s dive into car design and discover how it evokes feelings and influences purchasing. The Artistry of Automotive Design: Crafting Metal into Masterpieces When you gaze upon a car, you’re looking at the outcome…

Thursday 7th September saw the opening of Proud Mary Swansea, the city’s newest venue on Wind Street. The opening followed a £1.7m transformation by operators, REKOM. Over the opening weekend, 7,000 visitors walked through the doors and over 20,000 drinks were sold. Operating over two floors, Proud Mary Pub has a capacity of 880 and is open from 12 noon daily (closing 2am Sunday to Thursday and 3am Friday and Saturday). With a range of weekly events, including student nights and pub quizzes, Proud Mary Swansea also hosts regular live music events at the weekend. There are 10 TV screens of various sizes showing key…

Every homeowner dreams of maximising the value of their property, whether they’re in the bustling streets of London or the serene valleys of Wales. While many might think that increasing a home’s value requires significant renovations or complete overhauls, there are simpler, more cost-effective ways to achieve this. By making strategic additions to your home, you can not only enhance its aesthetic appeal but also boost its market value. In this guide, we’ll explore some of the most effective additions that can transform your home into a more valuable asset. Garden Makeover A well-maintained garden can be the crown jewel…

Horse racing, an ancient sport that dates back to classical civilizations, holds a unique charm and timeless appeal. In the contemporary racing landscape, the Triple Crown stands as a pinnacle of achievement – a testament to a horse’s resilience, speed, and pedigree. A trio of gruelling races, spaced just weeks apart, challenges 3-year-old thoroughbreds to a demanding test of stamina and skill. Those that claim victory in the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes are not just winners – they are immortalised as Triple Crown legends. In the span of a century since Sir Barton etched his name into…