Nichy gears up for charity fundraiser with radio and TV star Chris Evans
A LOYAL fan of radio star Chris Evans from Gwent is revving up to meet her hero – thanks to a special antique car and a trailer maker. Ifor Williams Trailers came to the rescue after Nichy Williams, from the small village of Ponthir in Torfaen, was chosen to have the...
Eco-friendly financial firm scoops top green award
A fast-growing financial advisory firm from Flintshire that specialises in ethical investments has won a top environmental award. Mold-based Celtic Financial Planning won the micro business award at the inaugural Net Zero Leaders’ Awards for their eco-friendly...
Honda e drive by Steve Rogers
So now we know. Come 2035 and production of petrol and diesel cars will end for good. Jo Public won't be able to buy a new conventional engined car after 2030 and the only exception to electric will be hybrid or plug-in hybrid models which will have a five year grace...
Football club floodlights shine a path for £60K windfarm community funding
An ambitious football club has kicked off an appeal to community groups to apply for funding with a total of £60,000 available. Ruthin Town are preparing for the new season after completing a major upgrade of their facilities including an impressive new floodlighting...
There were tears of joy as daughter heard her father sing Calon Lȃn
A musician in residence at a care organisation has been hailed as a “Covid heroine” for keeping the residents singing throughout the pandemic. Nia Davies Williams, 49, has been conducting daily singing sessions to raise the spirits at Pendine Park’s Bryn Seiont Newydd...
Police boss champions high tech crackdown on crime
A police boss will be playing a key role in using technology to fight crime across the UK. The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners is tapping into the expertise of the tech savvy North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner, Andy Dunbobbin. They have elected...
Pupils hoping for jam tomorrow at school fighting for its future
BUDDING entrepreneurs from a small primary school that’s fighting for its survival have earned national acclaim after cooking up a treat. Parents and governors at Ysgol Llannefydd, in Conwy, have launched a campaign to attract new pupils from nearby communities to...
New car park system drives up funds for mental health charity
A mental health charity will receive a major cash boost thanks to a revolutionary car park payment system at a shopping centre. North East Wales Mind will be getting a cut every time somebody uses the new Hozah: Autopay method at Eagles Meadow in Wrexham after it goes...
Vibrant village football club can enjoy their £96K all-weather pitch at last
Lockdown is unlocking and a vibrant North Wales village football club is celebrating its 20th anniversary with almost 200 players from aged from four to 60 training and playing again every week. It means that Kinmel Bay Football Club, based at the village Leisure...
Inspectors’ report is another milestone on way to becoming a “truly exceptional school”
The “inspirational leadership” of a headteacher has transformed the fortunes of a high school. Ann Webb was singled out for praise by school inspectors from Estyn for galvanising teachers and pupils at Ysgol John Bright in Llandudno. According to Mrs Webb, the report...
