Welsh festival premiere for royal music written by Prince Albert
Music written to celebrate King Charles’s 75th birthday will be performed publicly in Wales for the first time at a leading festival. A selection of seven songs written by one of the king’s ancestors, Queen Victoria’s husband, Prince Albert, have been orchestrated and...
Hard work adds up to success for rising star Lauren at top bakery
A young woman who started out working on reception at a top bakery is now helping to steer the company’s finances after qualifying as an accountant. Lauren Ashman, 28, said support from bosses at the award-winning Jones Village Bakery in Wrexham and her own...
Steve Rogers drives the Genesis Electrified GV70
Here’s a game to keep your bored toddlers occupied. Find the charging point on your GV70! Never mind the kids, it foxed me and I have been doing this job for 40 odd years. There was no flap to be seen, well we wouldn't want to spoil the smooth lines of this beauty....
From silent beginnings to global spotlight for conductor who overcame childhood deafness
A North Wales conductor who defied the odds after being born with severe hearing loss will take centre stage in Asia this autumn - leading one of the continent’s most acclaimed orchestras. Robert Guy, a trailblazing conductor from Wrexham, has been invited to guest...
Welsh arts legend Philip bows out in style with a show by world renowned sculptor
The director of a North Wales arts centre will be bowing out in style with his final exhibition set to feature work by world-renowned artist David Nash. The exhibition at Ruthin Craft Centre will be the last one organised by Philip Hughes, 66, who will be retiring...
North Wales company bosses warned to be vigilant amid rise in cybercrime
Businesses in North Wales are being urged to stay alert following a sharp rise in cybercrime including a £1.3 million theft from one company. According to North Wales Police, online crime now surpasses street crime, with ransomware attacks – where hackers encrypt...
Roll up! Roll up! Wrexham care home residents enchanted by circus magic
Care home residents in Wrexham were treated to a magical day of colour, music and circus antics at their summer fun day. The show stopping spectacle at Pendine Park’s five homes in Summerhill Road was a feast for the senses – complete with a life-size baby elephant...
Isuzu D-Max V-Cross drive by Steve Rogers
The pick-up market has been on a rollercoaster ride with big names dropping out, some bouncing back, newcomers joining the fray, and all the while the Isuzu D-Max has taken its chance and piled on the sales. Last year was its best ever, shifting 6,600. And it has...
North Wales firm’s £4 million move sparks jobs boom and global growth
A North Wales manufacturer is celebrating a major transformation after moving to a purpose-built facility — unlocking massive growth potential and creating dozens of new jobs. Continental Diamond Tool (CDT), has successfully relocated to a new 30,000 sq ft factory in...
Open mic nights were key to restaurant joining festival fringe
A guitar playing couple are joining a top festival’s fringe after combining their love of music and food at their acclaimed restaurant in Denbighshire. The Open Mic nights started by Rob Dowell-Brown and his wife, Vicky, at the Nant y Felin restaurant in Llanrhaeadr,...
