Author: Rhys Gregory

The Pembrokeshire Learning Centre proudly celebrated the opening of its brand-new library recently, marking an exciting milestone for students and staff alike. Designed to inspire a love of reading, the library plays a key role in fostering a strong reading culture within the PLC, encouraging students of all ages and abilities to explore literature and develop lifelong learning habits. Stocked with hundreds of new books spanning a wide range of genres, the library offers something for everyone and continues to grow through a student request system, allowing new titles to be added based on individual interests. In addition, the library…

Car lovers and families are all invited to Rhondda Heritage Park Museum this summer, as the much‑loved Classic Car Show rolls back in for another brilliant day! Taking place on Saturday 27 June, 10am–4pm, the event will see the museum courtyard transformed into a celebration of motoring history, packed with eye‑catching vintage vehicles and plenty to explore. Organised in partnership with the Glamorgan Classic Car Club, the show will feature a fantastic mix of classic cars and bikes. Visitors can get up close, take photos and chat to the owners who are always happy to share their stories and passion…

Sports clubs and organisations across Caerphilly are invited to apply for artificial turf and 3G pitch allocations for the upcoming winter season. Applications will be open until Sunday 7th June, providing clubs with the opportunity to secure training and match slots across facilities throughout the county borough. Allocations will be made in line with the Cabinet-approved Allocation Criteria for Artificial Sports Pitches and 3G Pitches, with priority based on football and rugby club rankings. This approach ensures a clear, consistent and fair process that reflects the structure of the game and supports clubs across all levels of participation. Applications will…

Neath Port Talbot Council is inviting tenders to operate a new visitor facilities hub in Pontneddfechan, as part of a £7.5 million investment to support sustainable tourism in Waterfall Country. The development, scheduled for completion in summer 2026, will include a high quality 8-bedroom family friendly visitor accommodation alongside a café or community shop, a 136‑space car park with electric vehicle charging, a children’s play area, and modern public toilets. Pontneddfechan is located at the heart of Waterfall Country, which welcomes more than 300,000 visitors each year. While tourism brings significant economic benefits, it has also placed pressure on local…

Coleg Cambria has strengthened its international commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion following a week-long visit to Canada. Fairness and Belonging Lead Alice Churm and Learning Support Manager Sean Finnigan travelled to Vancouver as part of a funded Taith exchange, coordinated by ColegauCymru. They forged new partnerships with Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) and the Ending Violence Association of British Columbia (EVABC), building on international collaboration that began last year. The visit focused on equality, inclusivity and diversity, with a strong emphasis on preventing and challenging harmful behaviours, embedding trauma-informed practice, and advancing anti-racism across further and higher education. During the…

A North Wales holiday park operator says its latest site has opened amid strong demand from holidaymakers choosing to vacation in the UK. All the available lodges, caravans and touring pitches were booked out for Fishpool Holiday Park in Delamare, Cheshire, during the first couple of weeks of May. The opening followed the acquisition of the Fishpool site by Ty Gwyn, a third-generation family business based in Abergele, North Wales, and two months of works to transform the holiday park. The works included the introduction of a range of new lodges and caravans and groundworks including landscaping, a new entrance…

Rhug Estate is bringing rural convenience into the 21st century with the launch of out-of-hours vending machines and InPost parcel lockers – removing barriers for local people while keeping fresh, organic produce within easy reach around the clock. The award-winning organic estate, near Corwen, has introduced the vending machines to give customers 24/7 access to Rhug’s premium produce beyond traditional Farm Shop hours, offering a practical solution for busy visitors while also helping reduce food waste. Stocked with the estate’s own organic products, the machines allow customers to pick up fresh, local food whenever it suits them – early in…

As the summer season approaches, the Bardsey Island Trust marks a new and important phase in its history with an ambitious vision for the future and a new team at the helm. At the Trust’s Annual General Meeting on 16 May, Alun Llwyd (Chief Executive of PYST Ltd who is responsible for the PYST and Am platforms) was elected Chair. His appointment comes at a time of real change for Ynys Enlli (Bardsey Island), almost half a century since the Trust bought the island, with the aim of protecting its community, heritage and unique wildlife. Now, with a new team…

Following success in previous years, Ceredigion Youth Service is fortunate to accept another opportunity generously provided by West Wales Holiday Cottages to support young people with a cash bursary this year. The purpose of the bursary is to provide young people aged between 11 and 25 with the chance to receive £1,500 to help with their future aspirations. The successful applicant(s) will be chosen by Ceredigion Youth Forum, which is a panel made up of young people from Ceredigion. Gwion Bowen, Senior Support Officer Participation, said: “We are very grateful to West Wales Holiday Cottages for providing us with this opportunity for young people in Ceredigion for…

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Wales has responded positively to Rhun ap Iorwerth MS’s first statement to the Senedd as First Minister, particularly his commitments to job creation, business support and building a stronger, more competitive Welsh economy. It welcomed the emphasis on growing stronger Welsh firms and increasing the number of medium-sized businesses that can scale, export and retain value in Wales. Joshua Miles, Head of FSB Wales, said: “We are encouraged by the First Minister’s clear ambition to create jobs, support businesses and develop a Welsh economy that is outward-looking and competitive. Small businesses are the backbone…