Author: Rhys Gregory

Next week, pupils from across Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council will showcase their skills, knowledge and talents when they compete at the Urdd National Eisteddfod 2024. Talented young people from across Merthyr Tydfil Schools, including Afon Taf,  Pen Y Dre, Santes Tudful, Rhyd y Grug, Pantyscallog, Ysgol-y-Graig along with The College Merthyr Tydfil will join thousands from across Wales to compete at the Urdd National Eisteddfod. They will sing, dance, act, recite, play instruments and even cook at this prestigious event. They will celebrate and demonstrate their commitment to the culture and language of Wales, as well as hope to…

Cowbridge Food and Drink Festival goers are in for an extra treat this year as The Bear Hotel opens its doors to a brand-new set of exhibitors. With just days now to go, in an exciting first for 2024 the hotel’s stunning St Quentin’s Suite will play host to its own mini festival, offering visitors even more to see and do this weekend (May 26-27th). Visitors will be able to satisfy the sweet tooth with a selection of tempting treats including deliciously handcrafted Dotty Doughnuts, ’rock’ the rocky roads, brownies, blondies and cookie pies served up by Emburs Dessert Bar,…

The New Saints Women are delighted to announce that its entire playing squad will become semi-professional from the 2024/25 season, as the club enters an exciting new era.  All players will be on professional contracts and will have access to a range of world-class facilities and coaching at the club’s Park Hall home, including a state-of-the-art industry leading gymnasium. Additionally the move to a semi-professional model will allow the players more on-pitch training time, as well as enhanced analysis and strength & conditioning sessions, allowing the club to strive to be fighting at the top of the Genero Adran Premier.…

A 66-year-old man who previously had two strokes, and two serious accidents, completed the Brecon Carreg Cardiff Bay 10K despite being told his days of sport might be over. John Brockway, a builder from Pembroke, wants to inspire those who have gone through something similar to show them what can be possible. He ran the Brecon Carreg Cardiff Bay 10K on Sunday managing to smash his goal of finishing in under an hour, with a time of 59:21. The dad-of-seven and two stepchildren, said: “If someone tells me I can’t do something, I have to prove them wrong. That’s why…

Those off school or work for half term can use discount code CARDIFFDISC23 to get £10 tickets to explore Caerdydd (usually £15) between 25 May to 2 June. All tours are an hour and a half long and encourage ticket holders to get their steps in with a gentle walk. Invisible Cardiff has a 5-star rating on TripAdvisor and has welcomed international groups including tourists from New York and the Netherlands. It also welcomes locals who want to know more about the landmarks or Cymru’s capital city. Invisible Cardiff is made possible by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. City of…

The Deck at Penarth Marinaannounces the highly anticipated reopening of its unique floating Jetty Bar, for the 2024 summer season. The iconic waterfront destination, renowned for its stunning views, vibrant atmosphere and relaxed dining bar menu, reopens today (Friday 24 May 2024). Visitors to the Jetty Bar can sample a revamped menu curated by its expert chefs. Small tapas-style plates that are made with the best locally sourced ingredients and presented with a Mediterranean twist, creates a dining experience distinct from the main restaurant. The new menu includes dishes such as the panko coated Spanish goat’s cheese with lemon curd,…

Visible police patrols are being significantly increased in Flint in a bid to reduce anti-social behaviour. It comes following local concerns in relation to a report of disorder in the town centre at around 7pm earlier this week (Tuesday, May 21st) where up to 20 youths were seen fighting. The incident on Church Street resulted in the patrol Inspector authorising an immediate dispersal order covering the town centre. The order is no longer in place. This comes following several recent reports of a large group of youths behaving antisocially. Flintshire North district Inspector Wesley Williams said: “I understand this ongoing…

Specialist business property advisor, Christie & Co is delighted to announce Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa in Powys, Wales has come to the market. Featuring 52-bedrooms and extensive function and spa facilities, Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa has built a reputation as one of the most pre-eminent hotels in Wales. This historic sporting hotel has simply breathtaking views and is ideally located close to Coed y Brenin Forest Park, the natural gateway to the Snowdonia National Park together with excellent transport access from most of the major conurbations. The hotel has been independently owned and operated by the same family…

A royal composer has hailed a pioneering music service that teaches 5,000 children every week in Wrexham and Denbighshire as a “national treasure”. According to patron Professor Paul Mealor, the spectacular success of the North Wales Music Cooperative is all the more remarkable because it was formed nine years ago in the aftermath of a financial crisis that saw funding for peripatetic music teachers being axed. Prof Mealor, the new artistic director of the North Wales International Music Festival in St Asaph who was appointed by the King as a Lieutenant of the Royal Victorian Order after writing music for…

When he was found and scanned by RSPCA Inspector Sophie Daniels, she was stunned to find out that the cat, known as Riggs, had been missing from his owner for four years – and not too far from home either! “I couldn’t believe it when his owner said he had been missing for four years,” said Sophie. “He had a pink collar on, so he looked owned so I hoped I could track down his owner easily, but I didn’t expect to hear the length of time he had been missing! “When Riggs went missing he was wearing a black…