Author: Rhys Gregory

Venturing into the realm of spectral investigation, the captivating VR adventure, aptly titled “Paranormal Detective,” pushes the boundaries of virtual reality gaming, immersing players into a world of ghostly enigmas and supernatural intrigue. It masterfully combines the thrill of solving mind-boggling mysteries with an engaging, chilling narrative that’s hard to put down. Paranormal Detective, developed by the famous gaming studio Darkwave Interactive and known for their pioneering explorations into the field of immersive VR experiences, offers an exploration into the undiscovered territories of the supernatural. According to Gaming Chronicles, it has swiftly acquired acclaim as one of the most original…

Chopstix, the Pan-Asian noodle chain, will open its doors in Wrexham, north Wales, with the chain inviting hungry locals to click their sticks and ‘wok’ this way to sample some of their much loved dishes. Located in Wrexham town centre at 40 – 42 Regent St. LL11 1SA, the store’s Wok Masters can be seen creating fresh Chopstix dishes, all served from an eye-catching wok station, ready to ‘wok and go’. Customers will be able to delight in a host of Pan-Asian flavours including their newest dish, the limited edition Zesty Lemon Chicken, a true summer favourite, their bestselling Salt…

The number of investment deals in Wales increased by 19% in 2022 compared to the previous year. However, the total value of equity deals fell by 10%. The data is reported in the British Business Bank’s annual Small Business Equity Tracker, published today, which also reveals that the number of UK-wide announced equity deals fell by 7% in 2022 and the total value of equity investment in small businesses declined by 11% to £16.7bn, driven by a downturn in market conditions. The data demonstrates the first annual drop in equity deal volumes since the Beauhurst data series began in 2011.…

Ipsen today announced a £75 million investment in its Wrexham site, a world-renowned “neuroscience centre of excellence.” The announcement coincides with the site’s 50th birthday, which was celebrated with a tree-planting ceremony attended by the newly appointed Wrexham Mayor, members of the community, and Ipsen employees, including the company’s Chief Executive Officer, David Loew. Ipsen’s Wrexham facility undertakes Research and Development (R&D) and manufacturing to produce medicines to treat neurological conditions. This investment will fund a new state-of-the-art facility, built using the latest in environmentally sustainable technologies, that will enhance the production of Ipsen medicines in the UK. The investment…

Neath Round Table (NRT) has announced the highly anticipated return of NRT Fest, an annual family-friendly music festival that guarantees to be an extraordinary weekend filled with sensational live entertainment. Embracing the spirit of nostalgia, this year’s event proudly showcases a stellar line-up of the UK’s finest musical acts from the past three decades as headliners on the bill. Organised by the dedicated volunteers at Neath Round Table, this highly anticipated event will take place at the Cwrt Herbert Playing Fields, Neath, over the weekend of Friday, July 7 and Saturday, July 8. NRT Fest 2023 is set to celebrate…

As part of its journey to net zero, global medical products and technologies company Convatec is bringing forward proposals for a renewable energy hub to use local wind and sun to power its South Wales manufacturing operation. The proposed renewables hub is being developed in partnership with local farmers and would be situated adjacent to Convatec’s manufacturing site in Rhymney, South Wales. The project will feature three wind turbines, and around 10 hectares of solar panels, providing a generating capacity of around 20MW. As well as generating enough clean energy to meet the requirements of the Rhymney facility, the project,…

Pride Cymru is back with a two-day festival planned in Cardiff City Centre on June 17 and June 18. The parade will take place on June 17 and road closures will be put in place to ensure that the event can take place safely. The parade will begin on Castle Street at 11am moving onto High Street, St Mary Street, back into the Hayes, onto St. John Street, along Queen Street, up Park Place, back along Greyfriars Road, onto Kingsway and finishing on Castle Street. To facilitate the events that will be taking place, the following roads will be closed…

The play area at Heol Llanishen Fach has officially re-opened to the public following extensive refurbishment. Cabinet Member for Culture, Parks and Events, Cllr Jennifer Burke, said: “The play area at Heol Llanishen Fach is the latest facility to benefit from our ongoing programme of investment in parks and play areas across Cardiff and will be another fantastic facility for local families to enjoy.” Designed around an oak theme, and complete with acorn, oak leaves, creatures and insects associated with Oak trees. The play area includes a toddler and a junior play area, all aimed at encouraging imaginative play, climbing,…

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council has been successful in securing funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund for the creation of its Heritage NPT project. Part of this project includes a Community Heritage Fund, which charities and not for profit organisations, schools, heritage groups, community groups, Town Councils and Ministry Areas can apply, enabling them to deliver heritage-based projects and become more sustainable for the future. The first round, which closed in January, funded two projects, proposed by Pontardawe Heritage and Visitor Centre and Pontardawe Town Council. Pontardawe Heritage and Visitor Centre was funded to undertake a project entitled…

Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Cabinet has today (14 June) approved extra investment into the creation of a new vulnerable learners’ centre and modern, eco-friendly community sporting facilities in Pontllanfraith. Cabinet members agreed to set aside a further £2,150,739.40 from the Council’s Place-Shaping Reserve for the development, in addition to the £1,375,000 previously agreed.  The Council’s investment equates to 25% of the total costs, with the remaining 75% funded through Welsh Government’s Sustainable Communities for Learning Band B Programme. The centre is being developed on the site of the former Pontllanfraith Comprehensive School.  Plans include adapting and refurbishing the former grammar…