Author: Rhys Gregory

Almost a year ago to the day, Wales ended their 64-year wait to feature in the FIFA World Cup when Gareth Bale’s deflected free-kick gave the Red Dragons a 1-0 victory over Ukraine in Cardiff. Admittedly, that first appearance on football’s grandest stage didn’t exactly go to plan in the Arabian Gulf, and defeats to England and Iran saw the Welshmen eliminated at the group stages with just a solitary point to their name. But Qatar 2022 is firmly in the rearview mirror, and now all roads lead to Germany for Euro 2024. Betway, whose odds and offers are compared…

A blood test is a fairly routine medical procedure. You will probably have a lot of these if you have to stay in hospital for an extended period of time. Even though these tests are just procedures most of the time, you still tend to get a lot of patients who are wary about having their blood taken. This is even more prominent if you are a patient who is uncomfortable around needles. While a blood test may sting, there is generally nothing to worry about. A blood test is normally used as a way to determine your overall health.…

The digital world is eclipsing many aspects of the material world regarding businesses. However, one area this isn’t true is advertising. Yes, digital marketing has gone from strength to strength in recent years and is essential to any advertising strategy. Nevertheless, diversification is the main aim here, allowing firms to spread awareness of their activities across multiple mediums. The more range they have, the bigger the audience. So, outdoor advertising still has its place. But for what other reasons has it earned its essential status? Find out below. Other Businesses Still Advertise Outdoors A simple reason, but one that should…

Are you ready to step up to the plate and immerse yourself in the electric atmosphere of a Toronto Blue Jays game? The crack of the bat, the roar of the crowd, and the smell of freshly cut grass—it’s a baseball lover’s paradise. But before you grab your cap and head to Rogers Centre, there are a few things you need to know to make the most of your game day experience. From scoring the best seats to indulging in mouthwatering ballpark snacks, this comprehensive guide will ensure that you hit a home run when attending a Toronto Blue Jays…

For each passing year that Manchester City have failed to win the Champions League, Pep Guardiola’s most coveted prize has felt a little further out of reach. A string of disappointing knockout-round exits at the hands of sides City arguably should have beaten defined the story of Guardiola’s first few years at the club, before the pain of losing to Chelsea in the final two years ago was the most bitter pill to swallow. But last year’s semi-final defeat to Real Madrid felt like the last straw. The anger and frustration at throwing away a commanding position to ultimately miss…

Work has commenced on the demolition of the former HMRC office building at Tŷ Glas in Llanishen. Following the securing of prior planning permission with conditions for demolition in August last year, these conditions have now been discharged and full structural demolition has started. The Council acquired the Tŷ Glas site in October 2021 to provide a clear site to bring forward strategic education proposals under the Sustainable Communities for Learning Programme. There are currently no specific plans for the site and any future proposals would be subject to community engagement as well as consultation via the planning process. Now,…

A VEAT (Voluntary Ex-Ante Transparency) notice providing details of the draft contract negotiated with Academy Music Group (AMG) Ltd to lease and operate St David’s Hall has been published. The publication of the VEAT notice allows a 28-day opportunity for the offer made by AMG to be challenged and follows a six-week marketing exercise inviting offers from theatre, arts and venue services organisations interested in becoming custodian of St David’s Hall. The process, which aimed to ensure best value was achieved, concluded with no formal bids being made. The VEAT notice confirms that: The proposed arrangement will involve the grant…

It has three new permanent stalls offering goods ranging from rugs to smoothies and takeaway meals. They join dozens of other traders providing a vast range of goods and services. Rugs Central offers wide selection quality rugs, mats and runners and also offers online sales via www.rugs-central.com. Owner Vivian Presgrave said: “I want to expand my business and a new stall at Swansea Market is a great opportunity. “Customers here have already been giving me great feedback and I look forward to getting to know many more over the coming months and years.” Smoothie Den sells a range of fresh smoothies,…

A Milford Haven couple have been fined after failing to comply with a Community Protection Notice relating to the removal of rubbish outside their home. Gavin and Marie Danielle James of Vicary Crescent, were prosecuted at Haverfordwest Magistrates Court having continuously accumulated household waste and refuse outside their home since the Summer of 2020. Pembrokeshire County Council had served Prevention of Damage by Pests Act 1949 (PDPA 1949) Notices on three occasions and private contractors were employed to clean up when these were not acted upon. Due to the continued generation of household waste and refuse, which in turn attracted…

A year-long focus on improving the outdoor environment for the Tenby community and learners at Ysgol Greenhill culminated with the launch of a new outdoor gym. Coordinated by a committee of School Governors, the Greenhill Outdoor Improvement plan included the planting of 6,000 spring bulbs and the creation of a vegetable growing area with several raised beds, fruit trees, habitat boxes, wildflower areas and greenhouse outside the Learning Resource Centre. Enhancing Pembrokeshire grant funding enabled the project, led by Friends of Greenhill, and supported by Tenby Town Council, to make a real difference to the outdoor offer. The outdoor gym…