Author: Rhys Gregory

Works to remove an old kissing gate and improve the access between the Berriew Street carpark and Oldford Lane in Welshpool, will begin shortly. The new and improved access will be wider and fully accessible for everyone, allowing pedestrians, disabled users, and parents with pushchairs to be able to fully utilise the existing pathways. Staggered barriers will be installed to ensure that vehicle access is restricted and to deter children from running into, and out of the car park. The upgrade to this entrance and path will vastly improve access to the old school which has been recently refurbished into…

Powys residents are being urged to be on their guard against energy rebate scammers. Reports of scam emails and text messages are increasing, with fake communications often claiming to be about energy rebates from Ofgem, the independent energy regulator, or the UK Government. The messages claim that the recipient is due an energy rebate payment or discounted energy bill as part of a government scheme and provide links for the recipient to follow to apply for the rebate. The links lead to malicious websites designed to steal personal and financial information. “It’s really sad to see scammers trying to cash…

A Pontadawe resident has been fined £400 for dumping rubbish on the highway outside the Household Waste Recycling Centre in Lower Cwmtwrch. Having arrived at the centre in South Powys and realising it was closed that day, instead of retuning during normal opening hours, the offender decided to dump all the waste from the back of their van outside the locked gates of the site. Disposing of rubbish in a public place in this way is classed as fly-tipping and not only posed an environmental risk to road users, other members of the public and the local area but it…

First Minister Mark Drakeford faced a different kind of grilling this week as he took questions from school pupils in an online Q&A session. The Leader Dialogue sessions are facilitated and hosted by The Politics Project, a not-for-profit, non-partisan, democratic education organisation and funded by Welsh Government. These sessions give opportunities for schools to support learners in realising one of the four purposes of the Curriculum for Wales, becoming “ethical informed citizens of Wales and the World.” The four Senedd party leaders are all taking part in these Leader Dialogue sessions with 14-18 year olds from nine schools across Wales.…

Plans are in place to deal with the potential impact of winter storms on HGVs travelling to and from Anglesey while there are weight restrictions on the Menai Suspension bridge. In severe storms, when the wind exceeds a certain speed, the Britannia Bridge is closed to high-sided vehicles. Vehicles are normally diverted to the Menai Suspension Bridge, however this will not be possible while weight restrictions are in place. The closure of the Britannia Bridge to high-sided vehicles only happens in exceptional circumstances. In the last five years, the bridge has been closed to high-sided vehicles on average seven times…

Bridgend County Borough Council has confirmed that free parking will remain available at two council-maintained town centre car parks.  This continued support from the council is aimed at helping local trade and shoppers with the ongoing recovery from the pandemic, as well as with the current cost of living crisis. Visitors can continue to park for free for the first three hours at the Rhiw multi-storey car park in Bridgend and between noon and 3pm at John Street in Porthcawl.  This situation will be reviewed again before the summer period begins next year. With free parking already available at the…

Landscaping your garden is a brilliant opportunity to rethink how to use your outside area and expand your living space into the great outdoors. Garden zoning is the process of creating different zones within your garden through the clever use of decking, paving, fencing and planting. Each zone has its own purpose and atmosphere. It’s a fantastic way to make the most of your outdoor space and create practical ‘rooms’ to suit different needs. Here are some key zones to consider incorporating into your garden if you’re preparing to landscape your yard. Having space to entertain with a dining zone…

Mikel Arteta might well have made a name for himself as the manager of Arsenal Football Club, but we should definitely not forget that he was a pretty successful player for the team too. In fact, it is probably the fact that he was once on the pitch for Arsenal that has helped make him such a popular manager; because he obviously can walk the walk when it comes to playing football as well as talking the talk – and that is always going to be a positive. Anyone into Premier League betting is going to want to know that they’re placing…

The presence or absence of casinos in a certain region is something that piques the interest of a lot of people because casinos are such common tourist destinations. In the following paragraphs, we will investigate the subject of whether or not there are gambling establishments located in Wales. We will investigate the history of casinos in Wales, as well as the present environment of the industry there. By the time you’ve finished reading this piece, you’ll have a much clearer idea of whether or not there are casinos that accept muchbetter in the region of Wales. What Is a Casino?…

Casino games have become a popular form of entertainment over the past decade. With the growth in smart devices, players can now enjoy their favorite casino game anytime and anywhere. Knowing which site is best for you can be challenging with so many casinos. This article will provide a complete list of the UK’s most popular casino games on different sites. The British Gaming Association states that: “gamers worldwide spent around $100 billion on online casino games in 2017”, so it’s no surprise that they’re such a popular pastime! There are more mobile users than desktop users playing online casino…