Author: Rhys Gregory

Construction work is now underway on a new school development for Ysgol Gymraeg Cwm Gwyddon. It was announced in June that Andrew Scott Ltd would be the developers to take forward the project that will see the vacant Cwmcarn High School site transformed into a state-of-the-art school development. The new school is being jointly funded by the Local Authority and Welsh Government as part of the Sustainable Communities for Learning (formerly 21st Century Schools) programme and will replace the existing Welsh Medium Primary School creating provision for 420 pupils, nursery, 2 SRB classrooms and Childcare Unit. The site will boast…

The Collaborating Local Authorities in Resource Efficiency (CLAIRE) Wales Group announce that Goldstone Books are the successful bidder as the framework winning supplier for the collection of media materials for reuse and recycling from household waste recycling centres (HWRCs) and bring sites. The framework agreement, led by Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council (MTCBC), allows for the formation of call-off contracts by CLAIRE Wales members to access this service from 1st April 2022 until 28th February 2025, with the option to extend for a further year. Cllr David Hughes, Portfolio member for Neighbourhood Services at Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council stated…

Online tutoring has long been a hot topic in the UK’s education industry. The shock of the pandemic, the closing of schools throughout the globe, and the necessity to continue education have propelled it to the top of most educators’ and parents’ concerns. Your main goal as a parent is to keep your child safe and content at all times, particularly in their education. What do they study, at what time, how much information do they have, and what reliable source do they have access to? These are some of the questions cascading through your thoughts. So, it is understandable…

For any professional footballer, the ultimate ambition is winning the World Cup for their country, but in reality very few are fortunate to actually realise such a dream. After all, the tournament only comes around once every four years, and there has only been 21 winning teams in history, so there will always be a massive percentage of disappointed players. Welsh fans would like to see Ryan Giggs lifting the trophy in the past, but he is in the group of players that did not make it. Punters can bet on players and their teams that still have the chance…

When it comes to gambling, managing your bankroll is essential. Without it, your casino sessions will end up extremely short-lived. However, going in too cautiously can stop you from achieving bigger wins. In these instances, a strategy can help to keep you in check. Read on as we provide three essential casino game strategies you must know. Martingale Strategy The Martingale system originated in 18th-century France as a popular betting strategy. It involves doubling up the stake every time a gambler makes a loss. The theory is that at some point, they will have a win. Once they do, they…

The Angel Hotel is a luxurious, family-run hotel located in the centre of Abergavenny. Not to be confused with hotels of a similar name, this former coaching inn has offered hospitality to locals and travellers for nearly 200 years. For 20 of those years, current owners, the Griffiths family have been stewards of the historic property having acquired the hotel in 2002. In the time of their ownership, they have transformed it to the contemporary and stylish establishment, offering warm hospitality and special touches to make guests’ experience extra special.  Sitting distinctively on the main high street in Abergavenny with…

Four competitors from across Wales are set to take part in the WorldSkills Special Edition 2022, bringing together 1,000 competitors from 58 countries across Europe, North America, and East Asia. The international competition will be hosted in 15 countries across the world – with Wales flying the flag as the UK’s official host at Coleg Cambria in Wrexham and Cardiff and Vale College in the capital. Nicknamed the “Skills Olympics”, WorldSkills competitions are designed to inspire and upskill future generations by developing young people’s vocational skills and showcasing best international practices in apprenticeships and vocational technical education. Coleg Cambria’s Bersham…

A heartbroken mother is urging people with suicidal thoughts to seek help and “don’t take no for an answer”. Kerry Davies-Jones is campaigning to raise awareness of mental health issues and is aiming to set up a mentoring or buddy service for teenagers and young people who have problems. She was stirred into action after her beloved son, Kale, took his own life a few days after Christmas in 2018. The 20-year-old had been suffering from psychosis and was found dead in his flat in Amlwch the day after he had been sent home by doctors at Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor…

An atomic bomb test veteran is leading the preparations for Remembrance Sunday at the care home where he now lives. Stanley Craig suffered from cancer after being used by the British authorities as a human guinea pig to assess the effects of radiation from hydrogen bombs detonated in the Pacific Ocean in the late 1950s. As a 24-year-old soldier with the Royal Engineers, Stanley was on Christmas Island, now known as Kirimati in the Gilbert and Ellice islands, while the thermonuclear device was dropped from a Valiant bomber only 20 miles away. Stanley, now 89, is resident at Pendine Park’s…

Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has announced the sale of College Fields Nursing Home in Barry, South Wales. College Fields Nursing Home is an impressive, detached Grade II listed building located in Barry, South Wales. The nursing home is registered for 68 residents and has held an enviable reputation of delivering outstanding nursing care in South Glamorgan for a number of years. The home was previously owned and run by husband-and-wife team, Mike and Rachel Kemp, who both have extensive experience in the sector, with Mike being a prominent figure in Care Forum Wales and Rachel the Director…