Author: Rhys Gregory

In today’s competitive business environment, arming oneself with the right set of tools and resources can be the difference between success and stagnation. Being resourceful not only helps in managing day-to-day operations but also provides a strategic edge in long-term growth. From financial management to legal protection, the opportunities to leverage online resources to benefit your business are abundant. Below, we’ll explore some of the key resources every business owner should consider to ensure success. Keep reading to discover how these tools can be integrated into your business strategy. Essential Financial Management Tools for Entrepreneurs Effective financial management is crucial…

A BOOMING sports academy is tabling huge attendances following a successful first year. The collaboration between Coleg Cambria and Table Tennis Wales has made significant progress in the last 12 months, in partnership with communities and schools across North Wales. Regional Development Officer Aaron Beech has liaised with clubs, PE teachers and grassroots organisations in a bid to find the country’s next Olympic, Commonwealth or World champion. The Academy held four festivals at the college’s Yale site in Wrexham – supported by GCSE pupils – targeting primary school children. More than 300 attended the events, taking part in matches and…

A popular TV actor and singer has become a huge hit after taking on a new starring role at a care home. Emyr Gibson, a Creative Practitioner at Pendine Park’s Bryn Seiont Newydd in  Caernarfon, is in the running for a top award. He has been shortlisted for the Sir Bryn Terfel Foundation Wales Care Award For promoting the Arts in Social Care. The award is sponsored by the Pendine Arts & Community Trust which supports community and the arts in all its forms. The Wales Care Awards, supported by headline sponsor Ontex Healthcare, will be held at  Cardiff’s Holland…

South Wales Police can confirm that two men from Somerset have been charged with the murder of Andrew Main. Joseph Dix, 26, of Frome, and Macauley Ruddock, 27, of Bath, appeared at Swansea Crown Court on Friday, 13 September. They both pleaded not guilty and a trial has now been set for January, 2025. Andrew Main, 33, from Falkirk, Scotland, was involved in an incident on July 17. He was admitted to hospital where he remained, but on August 14 he died from his injuries and a murder investigation was launched by South Wales Police. Andrew’s sister, Nikki Main, has…

Thousands of runners and supporters enjoyed Admiral Swansea Bay 10k (Sunday September 15). Crowds started gathering at around 8.30am as runners prepared for the main race. This headed west from the Recreation Ground to Mumbles and then back along the Prom to the finish line on Mumbles Road near the Recreation Ground. Winner of the main men’s race, in 28 min 22 sec, was Dewi Griffiths. Winner of the main women’s race (in 31 min 58 sec – a new course record) was Calli Thackery. Winner of the 10k wheelchair race (in 31 min 05 sec) was Owain Terrell. A…

After the success of the previous Job Fair, Working Denbighshire’s September job fair will return to 1891 Bar and Restaurant in the Pavilion in Rhyl. Being held on the 25th of September, the Autumn Job Fair will run from 10am-4pm and give an opportunity for anyone that is unemployed or looking for a career change to gain access to local employment options, as well as hear about the various training and apprenticeships opportunities that are open for applications. There are currently 45 employers already signed up, with more expected to sign up before the event is held. Employers who will…

Swansea Bay City Deal has appointed Virgin Media O2 Business to build a dedicated dark fibre network to 36 public sector sites throughout Swansea and Neath Port Talbot. The new network will improve digital connectivity across the region with local authorities, healthcare and education partners all benefiting. Dark fibre network models offer practically limitless capacity and speeds, allowing significant amounts of heavy data to be stored and shared securely between public sector sites through existing unused optical fibre cabling. These benefits enable better collaborative working and can help improve internal services across public sector organisations. Due for completion in December…

IRONMAN Wales returns to Pembrokeshire in just over a week and there will be full and partial road closures in and around the south of the County. IRONMAN Wales will be held on Sunday, 22nd September with thousands of athletes from all over the world taking part in a 2.3mile swim, followed by a 112mile bike ride before finishing with a 26.2mile run. The swim starts at 7.30am and the predicted last finisher time is around 1am the following morning. Full information outlining road closures and alternative routes available across the course is available on the IRONMAN website to help…

Three brothers are preparing to open a new café bar after taking over the lease of the former Coffi Vista site, in a prime location opposite the town’s magnificent castle. Jonathan, Richard, and Martin Rees, owners of Ten Degrees at Market Street Bar & Restaurant, Team Rees Gym, Three Brothers Coffee, and Jake’s Ice Cream & Co, plan to create a space inspired by the Italian cafés that brought a rich coffee culture to the Welsh valleys after the Second World War. Rosita’s will occupy the currently vacant building on Castle Street offering a relaxed all-day dining experience from breakfast…

A county council and town council by-election will be contested in Machynlleth next month, Powys County Council has confirmed. The contested by-election is taking place to fill the county council and town council vacancy following the death of Michael Williams in July. It will take place on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. There are six candidates standing in the county council by-election. They are: Amerjit Dhaliwal (The Green Party) Richard Alwyn Evans (Plaid Cymru) Gareth Wyn Jones (Independent) Oliver Lewis (Reform UK) Dylan Rees Owen (Welsh Liberal Democrats) Colin Rigby (Welsh Labour) There are three candidates standing in the town council…