Author: Rhys Gregory

A brand new skatepark has been unveiled at Hill View, Maesycwmmer. The skatepark is the final feature to be delivered as part of a package of environmental improvements totalling over £154,000 in Maesycwmmer, by Caerphilly County Borough Council. Additional funding of £30,000 from Maesycwmmer Community Council also helped make the skatepark installation possible. These improvements, delivered as part of the Council’s Welsh Housing Quality Standard (WHQS) programme, have included additional equipment at the play park and a new outdoor gym.  The improvements were identified by the local community as part of an extensive consultation process. Cllr Shayne Cook, the Council’s…

Local businesses are supporting a new operation, promoting domestic abuse awareness across the hair and beauty industry. Created by our Domestic Abuse unit, #OperationPrunella is a domestic abuse initiative which aims to target local hairdressers, barbers, nail salons and beauty salons with the aim of being able to visit these businesses to inform and educate about Claires Law and safeguarding. PC Emma Byrne said: “Often when visiting a salon or hairdressers, customers have one-on-one time with their hairdressers and/or beauticians and it encourages clients to ‘chat’.” Operation Prunella launched on November 3 and began with officers from the Domestic Abuse…

The third Pembrokeshire Spotlight Awards celebrating children and young people who achieve exceptional things and make a real difference was held recently. The Awards – a collaboration between Education, Social Services and The Children and Young People’s Rights Office – took place on 17th November at the Merlin Theatre, Pembrokeshire College and celebrated the achievements of Pembrokeshire’s young people. A huge well done to the young people from Milford Haven Youth Council who were involved in the whole process, from conception, to planning, to being involved on the night of the awards. This was truly an event ‘For Young People,…

Eleven food banks across Powys have benefitted from the latest round of Welsh Government Direct Food Support grants. They have each received a share of a total of £30,199, which has been distributed by Powys County Council. The grant funding is aimed at supporting foodbanks to buy additional supplies and to help them cover their running costs as winter approaches. The food banks, supporting Powys residents, which have received funding are: Brecon Cwm Tawe (CATCH) Helping Our Homeless (Builth Wells) Knighton Llandrindod Llani Pantri Newtown (Salvation Army) Oswestry & Borders Rhayader Welshpool Ystradgynlais Cllr Matthew Dorrance, Powys County Council’s Deputy…

A new cemetery has been established in north Powys thanks to a collaboration between the county council and town council. The Y Plas Cemetery has been developed on land near Machynlleth’s Y Plas after the town’s original cemetery at Tregarth reached its capacity after 120 years. With no additional land available to expand the original cemetery, Powys County Council conducted a study on the feasibility of developing a potential site for a replacement cemetery on land situated at the back of Y Plas. In collaboration with Machynlleth Town Council, the county council has developed half-an-acre of land for the new…

Ambition for stand-out Welsh strengths, green prosperity, skills and local jobs form the top priorities for the Economy Minister, Vaughan Gething, who will today (Tuesday 28th November) set out his plans to deliver the Welsh Government’s Mission for a stronger economy. Responding to the challenges of global disruptions, inflation, interest rates and energy costs, the Welsh Government will set out four priorities that will shape how Wales can respond to uncertainty and exploit new opportunities A just transition and Green Prosperity – Realising the enormous Net Zero economic opportunities and engaging with businesses and people to move towards a just…

One of the UK’s leading independent insurance brokers, Towergate Insurance Brokers, has renewed their sponsorship deal with the Cardiff Devils for another year. The agreement coincides with the start of the new season and sees Towergate Insurance Brokers’ branding featured across the Devil’s hockey kit, the team’s website, programmes and rink-side at the Vindico Arena. Towergate Insurance Brokers, which has over 100 offices nationwide, has a strong Welsh presence and a strong relationship with ice hockey, having been one of the Devils’ key sponsors since 2019. They recently supported the Devils with their travel insurance needs alongside their annual plan,…

Owner Jonathan Williams is reviving an age-old tradition of harvesting seaweed at Angle – and is now keen to know whether he runs the only pub to hold PDO status for a product. MasterChef winner Wynne Evans has hosted a laverbread banquet at the Old Point House on Angle, Pembrokeshire, to celebrate the Pembrokeshire Beach Food Company, which is based at the pub, achieving Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status for its Welsh Laverbread. The event raised over £1000 for Angle Lifeboat station. Wynne Evans is hugely passionate about Welsh produce and used laverbread in several of his Master Chef dishes.…

Everyone dreams about getting married only once and having a happy ever after. But unfortunately, the divorce rate is very high – according to recent statistics, it has already reached 42 per cent.  If you don’t want your marriage to end in divorce, you should check whether your partner is the right one for you and whether your relationship will thrive in the long run. The easiest way to do it is to go on a trip as a couple. Do you wonder how traveling can benefit your relationship? Keep on reading to learn more on this topic. Check whether…

Making decisions is an integral part of daily life, and the ability to make them efficiently is a skill that can significantly impact your personal and professional success. Whether you’re facing choices in your career, relationships, or daily routines, having a streamlined decision-making process can alleviate stress and lead to better outcomes. Read on to explore some practical tips that can make decision-making easier for you, helping you navigate the complexities of choices with confidence. 1. Trust Your Intuition While logic and analysis are valuable, don’t underestimate the power of your intuition. Your gut feelings can provide valuable insights that…