Author: Rhys Gregory

A micro brewery set-up by two beekeepers from Chepstow, a sustainable fashion label from Pembrokeshire, and a social networking app for travellers started by an entrepreneur from North Wales are just some of the exciting Welsh businesses to join the latest intake at NatWest’s Entrepreneur Accelerator in Cardiff. [aoa id=”1″] A record number of start-up and scale-up businesses from across the country applied to be a part of the six month programme, which began in the Welsh capital earlier this month, with over 150 local businesses shortlisted to a final cohort of 80. They include social networking platform Alpacr, which…

The 2019 Quick Reads titles in Wales, published by Y Lolfa and Rily Publications, were launched by the Minister for Education Kirsty Williams AM, at the Norwegian Church in Cardiff Bay, on Tuesday, 30 April. [aoa id=”1″] The aim is to get Wales reading with these short, gripping books which are available from libraries, bookshops and online for only £1. Four new titles have been published this year, two in Welsh and two in English. These short books with big stories include Y Goliau a’r Dagrau: Stori Tash Harding, the biography of the life and career of Welsh football star,…

Police in Cardiff have launched a murder investigation following the death of a woman in the Cathays area of the city. Officers were called at approximately 6.10pm yesterday (Tuesday, April 30th) to Glynrhondda Street following reports of an incident. Although formal identification has not been carried out, the body is believed to be that of a 21-year-old woman who lives locally. Next of kin has been informed and they are being supported by specially trained liaison officers. A 22-year-old man has been arrested in connection with this incident. Senior Investigating officer DCI Darren GEORGE from South Wales Police Major Crime:…

Cardiff communications agency M4 Media & Training is pleased to announce a collaboration with Introbiz, Wales’ national business network. [aoa id=”1″]Also based in Cardiff, Introbiz has been connecting businesses with their target audiences through networking for more than 10 years. M4 Media & Training will be adding a new arm to Introbiz’s business events by delivering a series of sales and networking workshops to its 300 plus members over the next 12 months. Introbiz’s MD and Founder Tracey Smolinski will be working alongside M4 Media’s Laurence Winmill to deliver the workshops providing delegates with key skills in sales, sales management…

South Wales Police is appealing for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision that occurred shortly after midnight on Tuesday 30th April 2019 at A48 Brocastle from Pentre Meyrick Cross towards Bridgend.  A grey VW Polo vehicle left the carriageway and collided with undergrowth. The 26 year old male driver of the VW was conveyed to Princess of Wales hospital in Bridgend where he is undergoing treatment for serious injuries. A 20 year old female passenger in the vehicle was also conveyed to Princess of Wales Hospital and is being treated for non-life threatening injuries. The carriageway was closed for…

A 24-year-old from Carmarthen has opened the first zero-waste shop in Carmarthenshire, following support from Big Ideas Wales. [aoa id=”1″]The Green Scoop, the first business venture of Jessica Peck, opens this Saturday (4 May) and promotes zero-waste throughout. The shop, based in Carmarthen town centre, uses product dispensers that requires customers to take their own reusable jars to fill up, which eliminates the use of plastic packaging.[/aoa] A former ward clerk at Glangwili Hospital, Jessica gave up her job to follow a personal mission in reducing her own plastic usage. An ongoing journey to find products sold without plastic packaging…

A former Christ College Brecon pupil has walked up Pen y Fan, South Wales’ highest peak, for 365 consecutive days. Des Lally embarked upon the challenge in March 2018 to raise vital funds for charities Help for Heroes and Cancer Research UK. [aoa id=”1″] To mark the end of Des Lally’s fundraising efforts, Christ College Brecon held a celebration event for the former pupil who raised an incredible £60,000 for the two charities. Gareth Pearson, Christ College Brecon Head, said: “We are very proud of Des’ fundraising efforts. Not only has he shown incredible physical and mental strength, but he…

With the summer months fast approaching, Wales’ biggest LGBTQ+ charity is in full swing preparing its annual Pride Cymru Big Weekend. As ticket sales opened Friday 26 April, here are some things you can expect at one of Cardiff’s biggest summer events. A fun-filled weekend celebrating diversity in Wales [aoa id=”1″] Whether you want to join the parade through Cardiff’s city centre, enjoy live music or see local and national drag and comedy acts, Pride Cymru’s Big Weekend has something for everyone. Last year over 40,000 people across Wales and the wider UK came together to show their support for…

Dementia is a difficult condition not only for the person who suffers from it but also for the people around them. The decline of cognitive functions can be heart breaking for the family members of the patient. The number of people living with dementia climbed up to 75 million in 2017, with a projected increase of 100% every 20 years. That means that by 2050, the number will go over 131 million worldwide. Every 3 seconds someone in the world develops dementia. If a loved one is suffering from this condition, it is important to help simplify their daily tasks,…

Llantrisant company Markes International has scooped two prizes as one of 10 Welsh winners of a Queen’s Award for Enterprise, the most prestigious awards for UK business. [aoa id=”1″]Markes International has been honoured with both a Queen’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade, a recognition ofcontinued achievement in growing overseas sales, and Enterprise in Innovation for the ground-breaking valving technology used in its instruments. Markes is one of only six companies in the UK to be awarded both honours this year, having previously picked up the International Trade award in 2015.[/aoa] Markes, which is headquartered in Rhondda Cynon Taf, employs…