Author: Rhys Gregory

Bridgend County Borough Council’s Cabinet have agreed for the Porthcawl Grand Pavilion construction works to go out to tender following the completion of the design process. The project will improve the condition of the Grade II listed building by addressing the issue of concrete cancer whilst also creating new function rooms, office spaces and cafe facilities. Much needed improvements will also be made to the auditorium and plans also include an accessible “changing places” facility. Earlier this year, the Council were awarded £18m Levelling Up Funding from the UK Government, following a successful application by the council working in close…

St David’s Cardiff has launched dozens of Black Friday deals with exclusive discounts across the week.   Guests at the city shopping destination can find week-long Black Friday prices at brands from fashion and beauty to homeware and jewellery. Discounts at St David’s include up 40% off at Zara, BOSS, Morphe, Swarovski and Smiggle with up to 50% off at Levi’s, MOSS, New Look and Carvela. Other deals include 30% off at Allsaints and Pandora, 20% off Superdry and 5% off homeware at BoConcept.  Helen Morgan, Centre Director at St David’s Cardiff, commented: “Black Friday was traditionally a one-day flash event but…

Neath Port Talbot Council is inviting expressions of interest for the second round of funding from the Property Development Fund (PDF) focusing on the dynamic Port Talbot Waterfront area, which takes in Harbourside, Baglan Energy Park and Baglan Industrial Estate. The PDF is a strategic initiative aimed at boosting development by providing financial support for the construction or refurbishment of high-quality buildings for industrial and commercial use. With a focus on the research, development and innovation sectors it seeks to drive economic growth across the region and create and protect jobs. Specifically designed to bridge the financial gap between construction…

embrokeshire County Council is seeking expressions of interest for table-top pop-up offerings within the popular indoor market in Tenby. It is hoped that the pop-up stalls will showcase local produce, generate additional footfall and make a positive contribution to the vibrancy of the market. Potential stall holders can apply for just one day or for regular slots right up to Christmas. Prices for a day start at just £25. It is hoped that this will provide an opportunity for new businesses and those people wanting to ‘dip their toe in the water’. If successful, it’s hoped there will be ongoing…

Trumpeter Carys Wood from Haverfordwest High VC School was the overall winner at this year’s Secondary Schools Valero Music Festival. The annual festival, which is organised by the Pembrokeshire County Council Music Service and sponsored by Valero, took place at Ysgol Caer Elen on Saturday (November 18th). More than 240 young musicians from each of the County’s eight county secondary schools, Pembrokeshire College and further afield took part in individual and ensemble competitions throughout the day. Later in the afternoon, an enthusiastic audience enjoyed a ‘Spotlight’ concert showcasing the individual winners and the winners of the instrumental and vocal ensemble…

Christopher El Gifari, 32, admitted the manslaughter of Mark Lang and the theft of his delivery van, but was today found guilty of murder and robbery at Cardiff Crown Court. At 12.49pm on March 28, emergency services were called to a report of a single-vehicle collision on North Road in Cathays, Cardiff. Following enquiries, it transpired that the vehicle involved was a delivery van which has been stolen from Laytonia Avenue by Christoper El Gifari. Delivery driver Mark Lang, who had been delivering parcels, stood in front of his van in an attempt to stop El Gifari but he was…

Children and young people in Wales who rely on technology to communicate now have access to young Welsh-accented voices and Welsh language versions, the Deputy Minister for Social Services, Julie Morgan, has announced. Children and young people in Wales have until now only been able to choose between High Tech Communication Aids with English and Scottish accents, and adult version Welsh language voices. But Welsh Government funding will give children and young people a voice that represents their Welsh identity and sounds more like other children their age. In total, 16 Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) voices have been developed.…

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in finance has revolutionized the way financial institutions operate, offering unprecedented opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and customer service. From automating routine tasks to providing personalized financial advice, AI is transforming the industry. In this context, we explore the diverse applications, benefits, and considerations of AI in finance, with a special focus on the comprehensive solutions offered by an AI financial toolkit. Enhancing Customer Experience ●     Personalized Services One of the most notable applications of AI in finance is the personalization of customer services. Financial institutions leverage AI algorithms to analyze customer data and provide…

An ethos of sourcing locally, championing seasonality, and eradicating food waste has seen The Pasture Restaurant group secure a 3* ‘Food Made Good’ Rating from the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA) – making them the first independently owned restaurant in Wales to achieve the respected accreditation*. Pasture restaurants are a celebration of fire-based cooking and incredible local ingredients; in-house butchers handpick and prepare the very best meat from selected local farms raising grass fed cattle, and a team of chefs use it to cook modern dishes which change with the seasons. Sam Elliott is the 35-year-old Chef-Owner behind The Pasture Restaurant…

Join 62-year-old alumna, Carolyn Parry, an award-winning career, and life coach, now turned author for her debut book launch ‘Change Your Story’. Attending Aberystwyth University’s life-long classes in creative writing and podcasting during the pandemic gave Carolyn the skills, confidence, and inspiration she needed to identify and gather potential stories, share them via a podcast and then change her and others’ lives for the better by writing a book which features them. We all have a story to tell, and Carolyn has always been passionate about encouraging people that it is never too late to change their career path. ‘Change Your…