Rising opera star Erin takes centre stage in magical celebration
One of the UK’s finest young opera singers will be taking centre stage with North Wales’ flagship orchestra for a magical new year celebration. Talented young soprano Erin Rossington will be headlining at two concerts organised by the Wrexham-based NEW Sinfonia...
Police boss blasts facial ID technology at football matches
A police boss has blasted the use of facial recognition technology at football matches. North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner Arfon Jones criticised deploying the controversial surveillance technique in the wake of the recent football match between Cardiff City...
TV farmer says online abuse over chef’s grey squirrel pasties is nuts
High-profile farmer Gareth Wyn Jones has leapt to the defence of a TV chef who’s been abused by online trolls over his plans to cook grey squirrels as part of a Christmas feast on his show. Larger than life Chris Roberts, from Caernarfon, was subjected to a “bonkers...
National award success for globe-trotting care home manager
A care home manager who spent his early career supporting children with special needs in America and South Africa is celebrating a national care award. Stuart Davies, general manager of Plas Bryn Rhosyn Care Home in Heol Illtyd, Neath, set up his own charity after...
New Bond between ancient castles will boost North Wales economy
An historic agreement to twin two ancient castles – one in North Wales and the other in Japan – will help attract more visitors from the Land of the Rising Sun and boost the economy. The arrangement to partner Conwy Castle and Himeji Castle, both UNESCO World Heritage...
Is it nuts to cook squirrels instead of turkey for Christmas?
A popular TV chef from Caernarfon has launched an urgent appeal to find 40 grey squirrels to create a Christmas feast with a difference. Chris Roberts needs the furry rodents to make squirrel empanadas – fire baked turnovers consisting of pastry and filling – as part...
Ex-climbing instructor reaches new heights after scooping silver award
A former outdoor adventure instructor now helping to inspire elderly people to fulfil their dreams is celebrating a top place finish in the final of a national awards contest. Lily Chapman, who works as Lifestyle Coordinator at Ty Enfys Care Home in Pentwyn, Cardiff,...
U12 girls football team net new kit thanks to Wrexham finance firm
A GIRLS’ football team are looking the part on and off the pitch after netting a new kit thanks to a £900 sponsorship boost from a Wrexham finance firm. In-form Buckley Town JFC U12s have made a strong and stylish start to the season while donning their brand new...
Caring Ann gets in on the act at social care Oscars
The manager at a care home unit named after one of Wales’s most famous actors has turned in an award-winning performance. Ann Ridgway, 52, team leader at the Llys-y-Seren Home in Moor Road in Port Talbot, was among the recipients at this year’s Wales Care Awards...
Pioneering Deeside company Rubicon Garden Rooms wins Unique Business of the Year at Welsh SME Business Awards
A pioneering Deeside company that uses aviation technology to create bespoke zero maintenance garden rooms has won a top business award recognising its unique approach to construction. Rubicon Garden Rooms was awarded ‘Unique Business of the Year’ in the 2nd Welsh SME...
