Author: Rhys Gregory

Wales and British Lions rugby star George North took a break from his busy Six Nations schedule to congratulate Rhondda-based Police Youth Volunteers this week. The in-form North accepted an invitation to present awards at this year’s High Sheriff of Mid Glamorgan Youth Community Awards which took place at Pencoed College on Wednesday, 13 March, 2019. Three youth volunteers attended the event on behalf of 15 members who belong to the Rhondda branch. The volunteers were recognised for their work in the community, and have been given £1000 which they must now put towards community causes. They have taken part…

The family of a man found dead following a garage fire in Rhos, Pontardawe, have paid tribute to a loving father and husband. Mark Logan, 31, from Godre’r Graig, was found deceased at the scene on Delffordd shortly after 3am on Sunday, March 10th. Paying tribute to him, his wife Kirsty said: “As a family we have been left heartbroken by this tragedy. “There is so much I could say about how wonderful Mark was. He was an amazing husband and my best friend, and I loved him more than words can say. “He was a devoted and adored father…

In just over a weeks’ time, 11 brave individuals will be flying out to Sweden to take on the challenge of Bobath Wales’ first Scandinavian Snow Trek. Over the course of 5 days the team, led by seasoned professionals from Breaking Trail and Sweden Outdoors Coaching, will trek across 36km of snow, ice and steep climbs exploring the Jamtland Triangle all in aid of Bobath Wales. Together, the trekkers have already raised an incredible £8,000 and have completed several training days in preparation for their Scandinavian Snow Trek adventure. The team includes 3 parents whose children receive specialist treatment at…

Pupils from Brynmenyn Primary School, Bridgend, recently visited South Wales Police to experience elements of police training first hand, and to compare how far training has come in the 50 years since the Force was established. Officers offered the year six pupils a range of activities that highlighted what it takes to complete the initial police training programme at South Wales Police, and compared it to elements of policing from 50 years ago. Pupils observed current recruits receiving their Officer Safety and Taser Training and had the opportunity to ask current recruits questions. They also took part in a fitness…

A family-owned poultry farm in Monkswood, Monmouthshire, has increased the size of its business after securing £190,000 in funding from NatWest. [aoa id=”1″] The owners of Cefn Mawr Poultry have used the six-figure funding package to demolish and replace its previous poultry shed with a larger, eco-friendly facility. Completed in April last year, the upgraded facility has now increased in size by 10 per cent, allowing a total of 105,000 birds to be reared at any one time. As well as increased space, the purpose-built unit benefits from new technology and additional windows have been installed, creating a more efficient…

A £32m plan to reduce dangerous levels of air pollution, cut congestion, improve road networks, public transport and cycling options in the city centre has been drawn up by Cardiff Council. The authority has revealed the proposals in response to a legal challenge made by Client Earth on the Welsh Government, which legally bound the Council to take action to reduce pollution levels to a legal limit by 2021. The Cabinet will be presented with an outline business case at its meeting on Thursday, March 21, and if approved the authority will apply to Welsh Government for the necessary funds to begin work on the…

With a sell-out crowd, there will be a full city centre road closure between 11.15am and 5.45pm, with kick off taking place at 2.45pm. [aoa id=”1″] Enhanced security measures will continue to be in place at Principality Stadium so all those that are coming to Cardiff to watch the game are strongly advised to leave plenty of time to get into the city and into the stadium. The stadium will be showing all the Guinness Six Nations action, with gates opening at 11.45am to show Italy v France on the big screen. Rugby fans are strongly advised to leave large bags…

The 2018 European Union (Withdrawal) Act must be amended to allow the revocation of Article 50 in order to reflect Parliament’s rejection of a no-deal Brexit , the Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) has said. Speaking after a no-deal Brexit contingency planning meeting with Welsh Government officials, FUW Head of Policy Nick Fenwick said: “The FUW has argued for Article 50 to be revoked to allow time for an orderly Brexit since mid January. “Now that Parliament has rejected leaving the EU without a deal, the relevant legislation must be amended to reflect this view and cater for all possible…

A WREXHAM copier firm celebrated the completion of a £50,000 refurbishment with a visit from the town’s MP. [aoa id=”1″] Vaughn Rawson, Managing Director of Rawson Digital, has expanded the business he launched six years ago from a back bedroom at home to take over the entire Wrexham Industrial Estate premises the firm occupies.  As part of the expansion, he carried out a major refurbishment, creating a new meeting room, a secure toner store to house essential equipment, new office furniture, improved lighting, air conditioning and increased on-site parking. A new video conferencing system was also installed and the firm’s…

Budding photographers from Cardiff’s communities are getting the chance to showcase their creativity thanks to an exciting project from Wales’ leading science discovery centre. Educational charity Techniquest, based in Cardiff Bay, is challenging amateur photographers to capture what science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) means to them as part of a new project celebrating the talent of the local communities. The Techniquest Community Photo Project aims to break down barriers that prevent people from participating in STEM-related activities, and reach new audiences to create a more inclusive approach to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths (STEAM). The centre is calling…