Author: Rhys Gregory

A by-election will be held in St Ishmaels following the sad death of incumbent County Councillor Reg Owens last month. A Notice of Election will be published on 8th March.  Anyone wishing to stand for election must submit their nomination papers to the Returning Officer between the 8th and 18th March. The Statement of Persons Nominated will be published following the close of nominations. The St Ishmaels County Council ward includes the surrounding areas of Dale, Herbrandston, Marloes, St Brides, Tiers Cross and Walwyn’s Castle. If you are interested in becoming a Councillor there is more information available on the…

Each year, the Mayor of Caerphilly County Borough Council chooses a charity to support throughout their time in office. Former Mayor, Councillor Elizabeth Aldworth, chose to raise funds for #TurnABUHBPink during her year as Mayor in 2022-23. The chosen charity is raising money to support the new Aneurin Bevan University Health Board NHS Breast Unit at Ystrad Fawr Hospital. The council has since to announced that during the Mayor’s year in office, a total of £5041.83 was raised to enhance the facilities at the Unit. Councillor Aldworth presented the cheque to the Breast Unit at Ystrad Fawr Hospital on Friday…

A new grant to support tourism and hospitality businesses was launched in Blaenau Gwent on St David’s Day 2024. Blaenau Gwent, one of Wales’s smallest local authorities, sits at the Heads of the Valleys on the fringe of Banna Brechieniog (Brecon Beacons). It is home to popular sites such as Parc Bryn Bach, Bedwellty House and Park, Guardian, Gwent Archives and Ebbw Vale Owl Sanctuary. The grant scheme is open to new and existing businesses. It is funded by UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund and managed by Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council. The grant is aimed at tourism and hospitality…

This Mother’s Day, mother-of-two Bethan Dyke is advocating for more donors to come forward after receiving lifesaving blood transfusions due to complications following the birth of her twins. Bethan and partner Craig Keohane from Tonyrefail discovered they were expecting twins early in 2022. Late on in the pregnancy, after baby Ella’s growth rate slowed, a specialist from the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff made the decision to deliver the twins through a scheduled caesarean section. Although earlier than planned, Bethan gave birth to two healthy babies, Isaac and Ella, at the Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil. Reflecting on the…

Encouraging children to read and improve their literacy skills is a priority for the Welsh Government and today, on World Book Day, the Minister for Education and Welsh Language celebrates a new Welsh language digital reading platform. By using Darllen Co, children can read Welsh books and listen to them at the same time. A new website is also being developed, which will allow readers to click on specific words for definitions and pronunciation. This will allow teachers and parents who are nor confident Welsh speakers to read Welsh with children, where it was not possible for them to do…

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) Men’s Football Team secured the Western Tier 6 British Universities and College Sport (BUCS) League Title recently with a resounding 9-0 win away against Gloucester University. This capped off a season where the team has won every single league game, scoring 44 goals while only conceding 2 goals all season to deservedly win the title outright. Their recent success secures their promotion for next season to Tier 5 in the BUCS Men’s Football pyramid. The players have showed a level of commitment to the team week in week out throughout the season. Their style…

In brand new rapid-paced global, locating a balance between performance, sustainability, and technology in our everyday chores has become a paramount issue for plenty. Within this context, Tineco has emerged as a main mild in the UK, supplying revolutionary solutions that redefine the cleansing enjoy. This blog delves into how the Tineco vacuum mop isn’t always just a device however a revolution, propelling UK families toward a future wherein cleansing is brief, smooth, and eco-friendly. The Dawn of Eco-Conscious Cleaning Tineco stands at the forefront of the green cleansing revolution inside the UK, mixing eco-conscious principles with groundbreaking era. The…

Sustainability is becoming increasingly important for businesses from all over the world as consumers are increasingly concerned about the fate of the environment. Apart from enhancing corporate reputation, embracing sustainability also includes better regulatory compliance, reduced costs, more efficient energy consumption and reduced waste. Not just brick-and-mortar stores benefit, as e-commerce businesses also mitigate social and environmental risks while increasing profitability and driving growth.  The Rise of Eco-conscious Consumers  While buying organic products and items labelled as eco-conscious may have been nothing more than a trend a few years ago and a way to signal that you’re involved in activism,…

As the excitement builds for the upcoming Cheltenham Festival, all eyes are once again on Irish maestro Willie Mullins, who is poised to make his presence felt at Prestbury Park. With an impressive track record and a string of victories under his belt, Mullins is on course to clinch his 11th Leading Trainer award — showcasing his unparalleled expertise in the world of jumps racing. The anticipation surrounding Mullins’ performance at Cheltenham is palpable, with many wondering if he can surpass his own record of 10 wins set in 2022. With another victory this year, Mullins could solidify his legacy…

The countdown to the Rhondda Cynon Taf National Eisteddfod is on! With 150 days to go, the plans for Europe’s largest cultural festival have been released. Ynysangharad War Memorial Park was confirmed as host of the National Eisteddfod last August. Since then, planning work between Rhondda Cynon Taf Council, the Eisteddfod, and our partner organisations has been progressing. Significant work has been undertaken around public transport, traffic management, event infrastructure, and accommodating Eisteddfod visitors. Plans show the “footprint” of the Eisteddfod 2024 which includes: Main Maes at Ynysangharad War Memorial Park. Council and privately owned land/facilities, such as the refurbished…