Author: Rhys Gregory

South Wales Police are appealing for information on the whereabouts of Daniel Owens, who has been reported as missing. Officers are growing increasingly concerned for Daniel, 56, who was last seen yesterday (Monday 11th March) at 11:15am in the Caewern area of Neath. It is believed he could still be in the Neath area. He was last seen wearing grey fleece top and dark trousers, and he has a tattoo of a swallow and “mam” on his right arm. If you see Daniel or have any information on his whereabouts, contact us on 101 quoting reference 1900087779.

The ScottishPower Foundation has announced this year’s recipients of its annual award fund. Five charities in Wales will share a part of the £1.25 million pot to help them make a positive difference to people’s lives in many diverse communities in the country. The five charities in Wales who have been chosen by the ScottishPower Foundation include a United-Nations style climate change awareness and action initiative for young people, a STEM learning programme and a theatre partnership to teach primary school children about the justice system. The ScottishPower Foundation selected Bangor University’s Reaching Wider initiative, Theatr Clwyd, Size of Wales,…

THE chance to run a cafe in a building which was once an undertakers is up for grabs. A rundown goods shed on an old railway line at  Meliden, Prestatyn, is undergoing a £1.2 million revamp, transforming it into a vibrant hub with heritage, bike hire facility, and business units. At the heart of the project will be a 60-seater café aimed at local people, visitors to the area, and the tens of thousands of walkers, runners, and cyclists who use the old railway line – now known as the Prestatyn to Dyserth Way – every year. The Grade II listed building is set to open this…

Liam Masurier joined the Welsh Ambulance Service as a Call Handler for NHS Direct Wales in September 2017, aged just 21. Having joined from the retail sector, Liam has been praised for using a host of transferrable skills, including excellent communication, customer care and team working, to support patients across the country. His drive and passion have seen him excel in many areas, including as the top performing call handler in his team. He has consistently demonstrated his ability to identify emergency situations and obtain appropriate and timely help for patients. One such example was a patient who rang reporting…

The proposed Cylch Caron Integrated Resource Centre in Tregaron has taken an important step closer to being built following the signing and sealing of the Development Agreement between partners. The important scheme is being developed in partnership between Ceredigion County Council, Hywel Dda University Health Board (HDdUHB), Mid-Wales Housing Association (MWHA) and is supported by the Welsh Government. The Development Agreement sets out the arrangements between the partners, outlining how the scheme will be built and managed in the longer term. Many of the signatories signed the Development Agreement after a meeting of the Cylch Caron Project Board. They include…

Ian Steele MRICS, a Water Solutions Manager with Amber Energy Solutions, took on the role for a three-year term from the beginning of March. [aoa id=”1″] Ian has been working in the utility industry for more than eight years, covering disciplines including, water management, efficiency, smart technologies and delivering infrastructure improvement projects. He has a first-class honours degree in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management and is a RICS chartered surveyor in Built Infrastructure and a PRINCE 2 Practitioner. Commenting on his appointed to the role, Ian said: “I very much look forward to chairing the RICS Regional Board in Wales…

One of the city-centre’s most unique daytime venues is extending its opening hours to offer post-work dinner and drinks, every Friday and Saturday night. From Saturday 30th March, Llaeth & Siwgr in the old library will play host to a weekly kitchen takeover named ‘EMBER’. EMBER will offer a fixed menu of four courses for £40pp. The menu will change every month to showcase the best of what’s in season; a separate vegetarian menu will be available for £30pp. The concept is the brainchild of chef John Cook, previously head-chef and owner of acclaimed Pontcanna restaurant Arbennig. John’s four-course menu…

Cardiff Metropolitan University once again showcased the array of cultures represented at the University during its annual Global Week celebrations. The Global Week initiative officially launched four years ago, celebrating the university’s cultural diversity. Students studying at the Cardiff-based campuses come from 101 different countries, while another 7,800 students study Cardiff Metropolitan courses at 13 international partner institutions across the world. The university’s Global Week initiative enhances cultural awareness and encourages students and staff to interact, learn about different countries and traditions and participate in activities together. The timetable of activities, arranged by the University’s International and Partnerships Office, was…

THE Cardiff Capital Region Economic Growth Partnership’s (EGP) Industrial and Economic Growth Plan is being showcased this week to potential global investors attending the largest property exhibition in the world. Marche International des Professionals d’Immobilier (MIPIM) is held in Cannes, France, from March 12 to 15. Representatives from the Cardiff Capital Region will highlight the investment opportunities and potential of the CCR. A key objective is to promote the business-driven Growth Plan, specifically at an event on Tuesday (March 12). Developed by business leaders within the region, the Plan responds to the region’s strengths and maximises opportunities, underlining how South…

More than 200 Welsh businesses attended an event that revealed the work to be offered as the £120m Swansea Central Phase One project is built.  [aoa id=”1″] Principal contractor Buckingham Group Contracting Ltd, working in collaboration with Swansea Council, wants to maximise the use of local and regional expertise. The skills that will be required will range from brickwork to the supply of lift, and from fire protection to habitat enhancements. Full details were available at last week’s free-entry meet-the-buyer event for all businesses. The all-day event was held by Buckingham Group and the council in collaboration with industry support…