Author: Rhys Gregory

The independent body which supports Welsh industry on the delivery of net zero, Net Zero Industry Wales (NZIW), is entering a new chapter to help accelerate decarbonisation in Wales. Welcoming new board members and forging fresh partnerships, this bold new phase comes just over two years after the not-for-profit body was established in 2022. NZIW’s independent guidance and support empowers Welsh businesses to build greener futures — using grassroots collaboration to help identify and overcome barriers on decarbonisation projects, from funding pressures to capacity limitations. To date, NZIW has put collaborative partnerships front and centre — supporting RWE in delivering…

Sisters have followed in their late father’s footsteps as a tribute to his memory and his love of charity fundraising. David Catley was a patient in the Chemotherapy Day Unit, part of the South West Wales Cancer Centre in Singleton Hospital, for two years. The retired Royal Mail transport manager died in August last year at the age of 74. He had been diagnosed with bladder cancer but fought right up until the end. His family described him as a character who would do anything for charity. Now his two daughters have continued the tradition by fundraising for the Chemotherapy…

Persimmon Homes has donated 20,000 bricks to Bridgend College in a boost for local construction training. Persimmon’s donation builds on a growing partnership with Bridgend College, with the bricks being used to train students and apprentices at the Persimmon Construction Academy at Parc Llanilid, Pontyclun. As well as the bricks donation, as part of the partnership between Persimmon Homes and Bridgend College, the housebuilder has recently taken on eleven new apprentices at their Academy helping to train young people with the aim of plugging the widening skills gap in the construction industry. The donation – which consists of enough bricks…

Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has completed the sale of Cherry Tree Care Home in Caldicot, South Wales. Cherry Tree Care Home occupies a purpose-built care home that provides outstanding care for up to 41 residents requiring residential and nursing support. It has been owned by Hallmark Luxury Care Homes for 27 years, over which time it has built up an excellent reputation with a stable team and award-winning care. Cherry Tree Care Home was brought to the market on a confidential basis to minimise disruption at the care home. Following a sales process handled by Rob Kinsman…

A Cardiff Metropolitan University student who started a crafting business while battling a long-term illness, has won a Pride of Britain Award this week. Molly Leonard, 26, from Rhoose, Cardiff won the Kings Trust Young Achiever Award after finding solace in crafting and using her passion and skills to help others. Following years in and out of hospital with an eating disorder, Molly discovered a love for mindful crafting. Molly started running sessions for other patients, where people could come together and do a variety of crafting activities or just have an opportunity to talk. Since leaving hospital, Molly has…

They were caught red-handed by officers who were on patrol in Cardiff. In March, 2024, Aladje Balde and Bavine Durame, both 21, were travelling in a white Toyota Yarris in Roath, Cardiff, when they were seen by roads policing officers. As the officers activated their blue lights and siren for them to stop, Balde, who was driving, reversed into the police car to get away before their car was penned-in by another police vehicle. The men tried to get away but were arrested moments later. Officers searched their vehicle and found hundreds of pounds in cash, Rambo-style knives, and digital…

Work to bring Swansea’s historic Palace Theatre building back to life has now been completed. Swansea Council is ready to hand over the High Street building to Wales-based Tramshed Tech, who will operate the building when it reopens on Thursday November 7. The sensitively restored Grade 2 Listed Palace Theatre building will feature six floors of versatile workspace including co-working, meeting rooms, office space and podcast studios designed to support tech, digital and creative businesses. The historic theatre stage is being preserved as an event space and collaborative co-working area, while the ground-floor will become ‘Da Coffi’ – Tramshed Tech’s independent coffee shop. This coffee…

Neath Port Talbot’s Armed Forces Festival Day will take place from 10am to 4pm on Saturday (26 October) in Port Talbot, with lots to see and do both indoors and outdoors during the free event. Events and activities inside Aberafan Shopping Centre will include the launch of the RBL Port Talbot’s Poppy Appeal and dedication of the Garden of Remembrance – this year styled to represent a beach in tribute to the 80th Anniversary of D Day. A flag raising ceremony will take place starting at 10.45am, including The Last Post and a 2-minute silence at 11am. At some point…

Get ready for a fun-filled, action packed October half-term with a variety of activities for children of all ages across Caerphilly County Borough. From adventure days and swimming lessons to sports camps, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s a breakdown of what’s on offer: Caerphilly Adventures Autumn Junior Adventure Days: £28 per day The Autumn Junior Adventure Days at Cwmcarn Forest offer a fantastic outdoor experience for children aged 7 to 12. Participants will engage in exciting activities like bushcraft, where they learn survival skills and nature-based crafts, paddle sports to develop their confidence on the water, and guided…

Christmas shoppers in Merthyr Tydfil have been given a welcome gift – free parking in the town centre at weekends. The Big Heart of Merthyr Tydfil Business Improvement District (BID) and Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council say the park for free scheme will encourage people to shop local and support local businesses. Shoppers will now be able to park for free on Fridays and Saturdays from 16 November up until 28th December 2024. Council Leader, Cllr Brent Carter said: “Free parking during the Christmas season has historically been a great benefit to our local economy. It allows shoppers to fully…