Fast-growing food firm Harlech lands first major schools contract in South Wales
A food distribution company that’s aiming to create 150 new jobs as part of a £6 million expansion has clinched its first council education authority contract in South Wales. Harlech Foodservice, which has its headquarters near Criccieth, in Gwynedd, and also has...
Young people willing to pay more to shop in Welsh
Young people under 30 are happy to pay more to shop in Welsh, new research has revealed. The survey carried out by leading economist Dr Edward Jones, of Bangor University, showed that 70 per cent of 20 to 29-year-olds were willing to pay a premium for a product or...
Mazda2 hybrid drive by Steve Rogers
It has been a week to remember. Our paralympians have been breaking records for fun and I have got in on the act as well. Well, technically my record goes to a car because the Mazda2 hybrid achieved the best economy of any car I have reviewed in 43 years. For the...
Young North Wales rugby stars help tackle anti-social behaviour
Money seized from criminals is helping to develop the next batch of young rugby union stars in North Wales. Summer training camps run by Caernarfon Rugby Club for youngsters across the region have been supported financially by the North Wales Police and Community...
Molly spearheads major drive to boost the numbers at fast-growing accountancy firm
A fast-growing chartered accountancy firm is looking to boost its numbers by launching a search for new apprentices after taking on a raft of new clients. Spearheading the drive at Coxeys, which employs nearly 40 people at its offices in Wrexham, Saltney and Chester,...
Llandudno exhibition showcases secret role of North Wales in success of D-Day landings
A landmark exhibition will showcase the vital role played by a North Wales town in the success of the D-Day landings which turned the tide of the Second World War. The artificial Mulberry Harbours, developed under a cloak of secrecy in Conwy, were a key element in the...
Bread of heaven fuels summer holiday fun at free playscheme in North Wales
Kind-hearted parishioners and a bakery have teamed up to feed a group of energetic children enjoying some summer holiday fun. Members of two local churches are making packed lunches with bread rolls from the Jones Village Bakery for the children attending the free...
Hollywood glitz from Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds is an “absolute gamechanger” for tourism in North Wales
The global publicity generated by Wrexham AFC’s Hollywood owners is attracting high-spending international visitors to North Wales, according to a tourism chief. Jim Jones, the Chief Executive of North Wales Tourism, described the impact of A-listers Rob McElhenney...
Lexus RX 450h+ drive by Steve Rogers
Opening the door to this RX is like stepping into the future. Lexus has packed so much technology into its sophisticated SUV it is a wonder there is any room left for seats! A simple function like opening the door sets the tech tone. There is no squeezing the handle,...
Final call for talented young musicians to enter new “launching pad” competition at North Wales festival
A final call has been made to Wales’s finest young musicians to enter a prestigious new competition. The Pendine Young Musician of Wales competition is being launched at the North Wales International Music Festival that’s being held at St Asaph Cathedral between...
