Author: Rhys Gregory

Residents and visitors to Pontypridd Town Centre may notice works activity within the former Marks and Spencer and Dorothy Perkins buildings from next week, in preparation for the future regeneration of the site. The future development is a key element of the Pontypridd Regeneration Plan that was approved by Cabinet in June 2022 following positive public feedback. The Plan identifies core ambitions for the town including a ‘Southern Gateway’ that brings several key sites back into use through exciting redevelopments. Redevelopment of the M&S, Dorothy Perkins and Burtons buildings (97-99a, 100-102 Taff Street) provides an opportunity to open the townscape…

Residents are invited to have their say on potential options to alter the section of the Taff Trail at Trallwn – to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists, make the route easier to follow and promote access to nearby communities. The need to improve this section of the Taff Trail has been identified by the Council in the process of submitting its Active Travel Network Map to Welsh Government, a requirement of all Councils in Wales. The map shows existing walking and cycling routes, as well as proposed routes that the Council would like to eventually develop to create a…

A Newport car company and its director were fined for breaching legislation designed to protect consumers in relation to the sale of a car. CMB Value Car Sales and Nicholas Ward, who were prosecuted by Newport City Council, both admitted two offences under the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. The company, of Mill Parade, Newport, pleaded guilty at Cwmbran magistrates court and was fined a total of £2,000 and ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £190. Ward, of Pentwyn Terrace, Marshfield, also admitted the offences and was fined £2000, costs of £857 and compensation to the car…

A partnership that supports the county’s Armed Forces community has a new chair. Cllr Matthew Dorrance, Powys County Council’s Armed Forces Champion, chaired his first meeting of the Armed Forces Covenant Regional Partnership Powys last month (February) at Brecon’s Infantry Battle School at Dering Lines. The partnership, which sees the county council, charities and service providers develop the provision and promotion of local services for the Armed Forces community in the county so that they don’t face disadvantages. The overall aims of the partnership are to: encourage local communities to support the armed forces and to understand and be aware…

Award-winning public relations firm Effective Communication has become an approved partner of Manufacturing Wales. Effective Communication, which has a presence in Wales and the south west of England, supports businesses with PR, digital and video expertise. The firm has worked with several leading manufacturers for many years, in addition to businesses in the public, private and third sectors. Manufacturing Wales facilitates the pioneering spirit of manufacturing firms and universities in Wales, recognising that the future of the sector lies with leaders that share common purpose. The collaborative consortium’s aim is to create a proactive environment for the industry to bring…

Deputy Minister for Arts and Sport Dawn Bowden is encouraging people to visit Wales this Easter, as she was the first to officially tour a new multi-million pound visitor attraction in Carmarthenshire. The new development, which is the new home for the Museum of Land Speed in addition to a new eco holiday resort and events facility, aims to offer high-quality, year-round visitor destination facilities to maximise Pendine’s heritage and its natural assets. The new development will attract significant day visitors and night stays and be able to host major events, bringing in additional economic benefits to the area to…

Education and Welsh Language Minister Jeremy Miles has today (Friday March 24th) announced three new net zero carbon schools will be built, one in north Wales, one in south-west Wales and a third in south-east Wales. The Minister’s Sustainable Schools Challenge invited bids for innovative projects which demonstrated collaboration with local communities, including school pupils, in the design, delivery and management of the schools. Originally two winners were set to be announced, but given the high calibre of entries the Minister has agreed funding for three new sustainable schools – a capital investment of £44.7m for all three projects. Ysgol…

Are you having trouble remembering and focusing? If yes, your brain needs some exercise. Like physical fitness, mental fitness is important and shouldn’t be neglected. It provides us with an increased mental ability to life’s activities in all its richness, whether the situation is a mere feeling, an external stimulus, or forethought.  In addition to increasing mental capacity, mental fitness can help improve memory and postpone cognitive decline, especially in older adults. The best part is that it doesn’t always require medications or surgeries. A simpler, more affordable, and even fun way to rocket your brain’s performance is through games! …

Automated marketing platforms help businesses grow with its outstanding marketing.  Marketing automation involves the use of technology and software to streamline and automate marketing tasks and processes. This involves a variety of tools, for instance; email marketing, social media marketing, and web analytics. These tools works in collaboration to automatically send targeted messages, manage campaigns, and track and analyze customer behavior. Need of the Hour In a world of digitals where the growth of businesses depends on the marketing strategies, automated marketing is all you need. Marketing automation aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of marketing efforts by automating…

If you’re looking for a destination to host a hen party in the UK, look no further than Wales. It offers adventurous hen weekends for those who want to combine a city night out with fun outdoor activities like hiking, canyoning, and hitting the beaches. Regardless of your preferences, you will find plenty of activities to enjoy in Wales, guaranteed to offer an unforgettable hen weekend. If you’re wondering where to go, check out these stunning locations in Wales attracting destination hen parties. Cardiff There are many reasons to choose Cardiff for hosting hen parties. The capital of Wales is…