Author: Rhys Gregory

A talented young musician from Colwyn Bay will be sharing the stage with some big stars at a top music festival this summer. Fourteen-year-old Will Glanville, a pupil at Myddelton College, Denbigh, is tuning up for the four-day Deva Fest featuring the Human League, The Coral and X Factor star Rebecca Ferguson by busking in Llandudno. Will earned his place at the event at Cholmondeley Castle in Cheshire in August after impressing in the busking tent last year. It’s a big chance for Will who will be supporting the likes of Ocean Colour Scene and Seventies stars Toyah Wilcox and…

Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has announced the sale of Glanenig Care Home in Talgarth, Powys. Glanenig is a residential, family-run care home that is registered for 33 residents. It is located in a highly prominent position in the Welsh town of Talgarth and enjoys scenic views of the neighbouring countryside and Brecon Beacons. It was established in 1986 by husband-and-wife team, Keith and Marjorie Bowen, who were later joined by their son Ian, who helped run the business. They recently decided to sell to retire. Following a confidential sales process with Oliver McCarthy at Christie & Co,…

Denbighshire businesses are being encouraged to apply for one of 200 fully-funded memberships giving them full, free access to a host of events, support and grant funding. The newly launched Denbighshire Business Club will give members access to monthly networking events, support workshops, large-scale expos, startup support and access to grant funding for workspace. The Club will host events around Denbighshire; anyone can join, however, with the first 200 businesses based in the region to apply will get free membership. The Denbighshire Business Club is being operated by small business and coworking experts, Town Square Spaces Ltd (TownSq) alongside Denbighshire…

Passionate pupils from across Wales came together at Eco-Schools Wales’ National Eco-Committee to mark the 30th anniversary of the acclaimed Eco-Schools programme, a global initiative empowering young people to drive environmental change. The National Eco-Committee took place across three days Carmarthen (21 May), Mold (22 May), and Caerphilly (23 May). The events were fun-filled days of learning, collaboration, and celebration attended by over 140 primary school pupils. Learners took part interactive ‘One Planet Party’ workshops, exploring ways to minimise their environmental impact while celebrating special occasions. They heard examples from around the globe and shared updates on their eco-projects, inspiring…

City Hospice, Cardiff’s local hospice, has retained its Royal Patronage. Following the review of the patronages it was announced, on the first anniversary of Their Majesties’ Coronation, that His Majesty The King would be delighted to retain the patronage of City Hospice. His Majesty first became Patron of the charity in 1998 as The Prince of Wales. During his 70th birthday year, His Majesty visited the charity’s centre Ty Hosbis in Whitchurch and met with volunteers, nurses, counsellors, patients and families to hear about the vital care that City Hospice provides across Cardiff. City Hospice is the only provider of…

Business confidence in Wales fell 14 points during May to 37%, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking. Companies in Wales reported lower confidence in their own business prospects month-on-month, down 16 points at 35%. When taken alongside their optimism in the economy, down 11 points to 39%, this gives a headline confidence reading of 37% (vs. 51% in April). Looking ahead to the next six months, Welsh businesses identified their top target areas for growth as investing in their team, for example through training (40%), evolving their offering (38%), and entering new markets (33%). The…

Thousands came to enjoy a week full of fun and competitions at Eisteddfod yr Urdd Maldwyn 2024. This year the Urdd celebrated a record-breaking 100,454 registering to compete in over 400 competitions, which includes more than ever Welsh learners. As well as the three Pavilions where talented children and young people from Wales and beyond were competing, a variety of activities were enjoyed by all ages at the festival. Following a process of consultation with disability and accessibility experts, a series of developments were also introduced this year to ensure that the festival’s site and activities were fully accessible and…

Two men and one woman from the Neath and Swansea areas have been jailed for being concerned in the supply of cocaine. Lisa Amass, 42, Ryan Huxtable, 47, and 50-year-old Thomas Norman have been sentenced to four years, four years and four-and-a-half years in prison respectively. Officers forced entry to Huxtable’s Briton Ferry address following a report that he was being ‘cuckooed’ – used to describe when a vulnerable person’s home is used by an organised criminal group (OCG) as their base of operations. However, at interview it became clear that his account did not support the cuckooing allegation, and…

As we approach Child Safety Week, The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) has identified three products that can cause devastation if used incorrectly and urges parents and carers to skill up on the risks. Following devastating stories in the press about babies who have died, RoSPA says there’s still more work to do when it comes to education around baby slings, nappy sacks and baby baths. Baby slings Baby slings have become a popular choice for parents, offering a convenient way to carry their infants while keeping their hands free. However, safety is largely dependent on the…

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has recently appointed consultants AECOM and architects Austin Smith Lord to undertake a detailed feasibility study and prepare a master plan for the ambitious Western Gateway scheme in Barry. The scheme will redevelop the site of the Broad Street Clinic and a piece of land adjacent to Gladstone Road Bridge, referred to as the Gladstone Road Bridge Compound, into greatly needed new affordable homes and a new health centre for Barry. Proposals for improving the Gladstone Road traffic junction will also be included in the masterplan. These will make it easier for pedestrians and those…