Author: Rhys Gregory

Following a hugely successful Ibiza themed beach party, Beach Hut Prestatyn is launching another night to kick off the bank holiday weekend in Ibiza style. The DJ will be kicking off the night with Ibiza inspired music to get people up on their feet and dancing again, and there are a few other surprises throughout the night to help inspire those who haven’t been able to travel to Ibiza this year. Beach Hut staff are looking forward to welcoming guests to the event, on Friday, 27th August, at 6pm, which is free to attend, to enjoy the last bit of…

A unique project which helps young people across Gwynedd and Anglesey venture into the world of work and business has paid tribute to the latest cohort to take part in the scheme. A Menter Môn project, Llwyddo’n Lleol 2050 aims to challenge the perception that it’s necessary to leave rural areas like north west Wales to succeed in work or business. Some 35 participants have already received support through the scheme – several having gone on to set up successful businesses or to find work locally. The project focuses on entrepreneurship, employability and developing professional skills. But, with changing priorities in the wake of Covid19 there’s also a clear message that lifestyle is also important and that this is the…

Cardiff-based SEY Cosmetics is a new, eco-conscious and sustainable cosmetics company that’s seeking to change the face of the beauty industry with products made from plant-based derived ingredients that are cruelty-free and vegan. Each SEY Cosmetics product is packaged in refillable and re-useable containers that match a range of skin shades, types and textures. Founder Meghan Gane, 33, has launched the business to address the harm that the beauty industry inflicts on the natural ecosystem – from the packaging it uses to the cosmetics ingredients themselves. The beauty industry produced 120 million units of packaging in 2018* – unfortunately the…

Fifteen-year-old Libi Phillips from Spittal has been selected to represent Wales at wheelchair basketball for the UK School Games in Loughborough University from 2nd – 5th September. An ambassador of disability sport, Libi has also represented Wales in both wheelchair rugby and wheelchair racing and began playing basketball at the age of seven in a Sport Pembrokeshire community sport activity day. The wheelchair basketball competition will be live streamed on the Youth Sport Trust’s You Tube Channel. It will be played with the 3×3 format and will feature separate boys and girls events. Angela Miles, Disability Sport Development Officer for…

Swansea business and university leaders have given a thumbs-up to the city’s emerging new £135 million Copr Bay phase one district. A small group was given a tour of the district, which includes the Swansea Arena, the coastal park and the landmark new bridge over Oystermouth Road. Also included as part of Copr Bay phase one are apartments, spaces for hospitality and leisure businesses, and plenty of car parking. The Copr Bay phase one district is being developed by Swansea Council and advised by development manager RivingtonHark. Construction, being led by Buckingham Group Contracting Limited, is earmarked for completion this year. Professor…

Llansamlet Park threw open its gates extra wide recently to welcome dozens of young children and families helping to celebrate the official opening of its upgraded children’s play area. The £80,000 Llansamlet upgrade featuring a range of play equipment which local residents had a hand in choosing was funded by a Welsh Government grant. And it comes on top of a huge play area revitalisation project paid for by Swansea Council which will see over 30 more getting makeovers. It was officially-opened by Council Leader Rob Stewart and the community made sure it was a memorable day by staging a…

A range of new projects is about to make a positive difference to Swansea’s rural communities. They include new training opportunities for volunteer tourism ambassadors and the creation of a honey bee garden. Others will bring a new platform for young people to engage in environmental issues – and further studies into how fibres can be produced from the flax and natural dyes used to produce sustainable textiles. All have been assisted by new funding from the Swansea Council-managed Rural Development Programme (RDP). Andrew Stevens, the council’s cabinet member for business improvement and performance, said: “It’s so good to see…

Swansea Council is asking residents how best it can meet the needs of people aged 50 or older. The council is committed to seeking out the views of those aged 50+, listening to them and involving them in helping to shape the services that matter to them. A survey is now live on how best this can be achieved and people can take part by visiting: www.swansea.gov.uk/listeningtopeople50plusconsultation Anyone needing a hard copy can email: [email protected] Mark Child, Swansea Council’s Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, said: “Swansea Council is committed to listening to and working with all our residents…

Bridgend County Borough Council has confirmed that its free parking offer at several council-maintained town centre car parks will be extended. The offer which was due to end this month will now continue until after Christmas – it means that drivers can park for free for up to three hours at the Rhiw multi-storey car park in Bridgend town centre, and between noon and 3pm at the John Street car park in Porthcawl. Free parking remains available at the Llynfi Road multi-storey in Maesteg and at the Penprysg Road car park in Pencoed. In addition, the Pencoed Town Council owned…

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board has confirmed that new testing centres will open in Porthcawl and Coity this week. Testing will be available at Porthcawl RFC (CF36 3DH) from tomorrow (Friday August 27) and will be open from 9am to 5pm. The site will incorporate both a drive through testing facility with booking required and also, a walk-in option for which booking is not required. A new drive-through testing centre will also open on Friday at Coity and Litchard Community Centre (CF31 1PA). It will be open from 9am-5pm and booking is essential. Mobile testing facilities at Ogmore Vale…