Author: Rhys Gregory

In January, the redeveloped fitness suite at Newbridge Leisure Centre was the first gym in Wales to provide access to eGYM smart strength equipment. The new state of the art, air-conditioned fitness suite has been designed with a contemporary style supported by an extensive range of industry leading equipment, offering cardiovascular, strength and digital based solutions. The eGYM system creates a customised programme for each user based on their personal goals for weight loss, strength training, general fitness and immunity boost. The equipment automatically syncs with the eGYM fitness app to track the user’s progress and visualize results. The personalised…

As part of plans to improve ‘green infrastructure’  – the term used to describe the creation of a network of natural and semi-natural features, green spaces, rivers and lakes that intersperse and connect villages and towns – across the county, Monmouthshire County Council has been working on plans to create green corridors through Abergavenny. Work will commence early April on enhancements at Castle Street car park, which will see the planting of additional native trees and wildflower species. The project is designed to support connectivity with other green spaces in the town centre. Works are expected to take approximately one…

A Merthyr Tydfil resident has been successfully prosecuted by Rhondda Cynon Taf Council’s Trading Standards department for operating a fraudulent business and having counterfeit goods in their possession, for the purpose of selling. Appearing at Merthyr Tydfil Magistrates Court, the 32-year-old male, who owns a store in Aberdare town centre, pleaded guilty to 14 offences relating to the sale and possession for supply of counterfeit tobacco products, dangerous goods and running a fraudulent business. The successful charges were brought against the defendants by the Council’s Trading Standards Department following an investigation as a result of information received. Officers carried out…

Work to complete the resurfacing of a carriageway at Blackmill has now been completed following delays caused by a breakdown at a quarry which provides tarmac. The works were successfully undertaken on Thursday 14 April with the road reopening to the public at 5am on Friday morning. The works were planned to be completed on Sunday April 10 but were cancelled due to a manufacturing plant failure at the quarry and the road was re-opened with a temporary surface. Road markings are due for replacement this week and temporary signage has been put in place until the lines are reinstated.…

Most experienced casino players know what to look for in a good online casino. However, since the iGaming industry is taking the world by storm, there has been an influx of new players online. Many new players do not know what to look for and what qualities a good online casino should have. For that reason, we’ve decided to bridge the gap between these newbies and the process of finding a reliable online gambling site. Keep reading if you’re interested in discovering what makes an excellent online casino. Where to Start? There’s nothing easier than simply using a search engine…

Boredom is a common occurrence among humans. It happens when there seems to be nothing to do or you’re left unsatisfied or frustrated by a previous or current activity. Adults of all ages experience this and struggle to act. It’s a negative feeling that can lead to many different ideas and choices. People usually resort to finding something entertaining or productive to counter it. If you’re looking for the former, you can go on the internet. There are endless choices of fun things adults can do online to kill boredom. Read about them in this blog to try them the…

Skin trading has become a vibrant part of the CS:GO ecosystem. It brings fair remuneration to game fans who are not only dedicated players but also collectors of rare in-game items. They know the value of various skins and understand the real price of expressing your individuality. There is no difference whether you play for Counter-Terrorists or Terrorists — you still can create your own style and make your rivals afraid. Today, we will briefly review one of the rarest CS:GO skins, and explain its value to the general public. M4A4 Howl Skin History In 2014, the skins market skyrocketed.…

Whether it’s New Year, Bonfire Night, Diwali, or your child’s fifth birthday, you can’t call it a proper celebration if you don’t have fireworks, right?  The human brain is mesmerized by these colourful light explosions, and we love to watch them and set them on fire (mostly as a way to brag in front of our friends and showcase just how cool we are). However, fireworks, poppers, sparkles, and other similar devices are not always safe to use.  In order to keep everyone safe, there are strict laws that regulate who can buy fireworks, which type of devices can be…

It goes without saying that restaurants are high risk areas for fires. With fires and grease build up all around, it is very easy for things to get out of control. To ensure that your restaurant is exercising as much caution as possible, here are the top tips to keep in mind: Stock Up on Special Extinguishers One of the biggest issues with fires in restaurants is that they tend to be grease fires. This means that water and most traditional extinguishers will not put a dent in them. This is why you will need to equip your kitchens with…

Smoking is a nasty habit that a lot of people have picked up over the course of their lives. Once you get hooked, it’s quite difficult to get rid of smoking, despite what experts and other people may say. Nicotine addiction is, in fact, quite a burden, especially when you’re trying to quit.  Most people give up on trying to quit due to the side effects. Nicotine withdrawal can make you lightheaded, dizzy, craving for food, angy and so on and so forth. People who often socialize and work on a daily basis can’t handle these symptoms, especially around coworkers…