Author: Rhys Gregory

Howardian Primary School in Penylan, Cardiff has been officially opened by Deputy Leader of Cardiff Council and Cabinet Member for Education, Employment and Skills, Cllr Sarah Merry and Welsh Government Minister for Education, Kirsty Williams.  The School has been joint funded by Cardiff Council and Welsh Government, through the city’s £164m, Band A 21st Century Schools and Education programme. Headteacher,Dr Helen Hoylewas joined by children, staff and governors to welcome guests, who also included local politicians and those who played a key part in the school’s construction. Deputy Leader of Cardiff Council, and Cabinet Member for Education, Employment and Skills,…

A Swansea University student is providing customers with a sustainable coffee experience thanks to his growing business venture. [aoa id=”1″] Luke Green, 20, a second year student with the School of Management, founded GoGo Coffee in February where he serves coffee from the back of his low carbon emitting Smart Car. The coffee machines are battery operated from the boot of his car, while he uses locally sourced coffee and bio-disposable cups. [/aoa] Having already purchased the car himself, his vision and ethos came to fruition as part of an entrepreneurship module on his course. He also secured £2,200 worth…

Five new business outlets are bringing fresh vibrancy to the beating heart of Swansea city centre. [aoa id=”1″] All have just opened in the world-famous Swansea Market – and all add new potency to the venue and the city. Their specialities include vinyl records, handcrafted ice cream, military mementoes, holidays and beauty treatments. [/aoa] Robert Francis-Davies, the council’s cabinet member for investment, regeneration and tourism, said: “Swansea Market is broadening its offer with these new stalls. “All but one offer something unique within this world-famous venue; it’s great news for shoppers, residents, visitors and fellow businesses. “I welcome the new…

Welsh food and drink producers eager to take their businesses to the next level had unique access to expert support at a special marketing event. [aoa id=”1″] Organised by the Food and Drink Wales Industry Board and the Fine Food Cluster, the ‘TUCK IN’ masterclass drew together a wealth of expertise and experience from across the marketing spectrum. Held at Llanerch Vineyard at Hensol in the Vale of Glamorgan, TUCK IN afforded Welsh food and drink producers the opportunity to see what other successful companies have been doing and to think and plan their own next steps towards growth. [/aoa]…

SC2, the new water park and adventure centre in Rhyl, has launched weekly Autism friendly sessions to give children and adults with autism an opportunity to enjoy the water park in a more relaxed environment. [aoa id=”1″]Each session will run with no music and will have free entry for carers, limited announcements and state of the art specialist accessible changing rooms, including facilities with a track hoist. There will be only selected slides running and exclusive access to the water with limited numbers in the pool and the Piranha Play.[/aoa] With a ratio of one carer for each participant and…

Four college learners from the South Wales valleys are set to spend their summers experiencing life at some of the top universities in the UK. [aoa id=”1″]Josie Wood (17), Rhys Bracher (17), Daphne Rosser (16) and Josephine Lee (17), have secured places on the prestigious Sutton Trust Summer Schools scheme which will see them attend free summer schools within their chosen fields at some of the most esteemed universities across the country.[/aoa] The summer school placement will give the Welsh learners the chance to experience life in a new city as well as an insight into university and their chosen…

Leading Welsh independent school Christ College Brecon welcomes a new Director of Sport to its team, reinforcing the school’s ever-growing commitment to sport. [aoa id=”1″]With over 13 years of experience in the education sector, including seven years as a Head of PE, John Patterson returns to Christ College Brecon, where he’ll support pupil’s physical education and make sport programmes accessible for all.[/aoa] Aligned with the new appointment, Christ College Brecon will bring in a BTEC in Physical Education in the next academic year. The new qualification for Sixth Formers will be led by Mr Patterson, introducing pupils to sport leadership…

Two men and a woman have been arrested in connection with the murder of Fahad Mohamed Nur near Cathays Railway Station. The men, aged 24 and 22, from Cardiff, have been arrested on suspicion of murder and a 34-year-old woman from Birmingham has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. The younger male and the woman were arrested at Heathrow Airport early this morning and arrangements are being made to bring them back to Cardiff for questioning. Fahad’s family have been updated and continue to be supported by specially-trained family liaison officers. South Wales Police thanks the community for…

Getting onto the property ladder can be daunting, especially if you’re on a budget or are a first-time buyer. Luckily, Cardiff isn’t a particularly expensive part of the UK, but it can still be difficult to save for a deposit whilst staying within budget. It all takes time, patience and a lot of research to ensure you can afford the area you’re looking to live in. With a bit of preparation, you’ll be on the ladder in no time. We’ve provided a few useful tips to get you started, helping you discover the different options available to you in Wales.…

The UK’s first online video map to promote tourism has been launched to help attract more visitors to North Wales. The new map was unveiled at the annual meeting of North Wales Tourism and includes around 40 films from attractions, events and accommodation providers across the region. According to managing director Jim Jones, they were now looking for more high end promotional videos to populate the map which can be accessed via the organisation’s website, www.gonorthwales.co.uk The map can be used with North Wales Tourism’s new online itinerary planner which is also on the website. Mr Jones told the meeting…