Budding chef Alex tastes success with winning pie
A budding chef could see his prize-winning pie on supermarket shelves after rising to the top in a competition organised by a leading bakery. The chilli con carne pie created by catering student Alex Garside, from Connah’s Quay, was top of the pastry pops with judges...
Ex-Gladiator Jet will officially open new Spire Cosmetic Suite
A former TV Gladiator is taking on a new challenge in North Wales. Diane Youdale, best known for her role as Jet in the hit television series Gladiators, will officially open the new Spire North Wales Cosmetic Suite in Abergele on Saturday, April 18. The private...
Wand-making is just magic
A shopping centre was sprinkled in fairy dust as young cinema goers made their own special magic wands. The Odeon Cinema at Eagles Meadow in Wrexham is screening the new Easter children’s blockbuster, Cinderella, and to celebrate youngsters had the chance to create...
Crime tsar gives go ahead for new Llandudno police station
Llandudno is set to get a new police station. As part of the North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner’s current five year Estate Strategy a new station will be built on the site of the current building which is no longer fit for purpose. The current station on Oxford...
Bodnant Welsh Food Centre named as best retailer in Wales
A Welsh centre of excellence has been named the best retailer in Wales. Bodnant Welsh Food Centre has scooped the title in the prestigious Farm Shop and Deli Awards - dubbed the industry’s Oscars. Customer votes along with secret visits by a panel of judges to the...
Woman’s harrowing story of domestic abuse wins ovation from victims’ conference audience
A WOMAN who suffered the daily “torture” of domestic violence for 18 years won a standing ovation after telling her harrowing story at a conference. The woman from the Conwy area, whose identity must be protected, was addressing around 100 representatives of police,...
Scuba divers launch appeal for relatives of Cardiff first mate killed in Great War torpedo attack
SCUBA divers have launched an appeal to find relatives of a Cardiff crew member who was killed when their ship was torpedoed by a U-boat in the First World War. Members of the Severnside branch of the British Sub-Aqua Club (BSAC) have been exploring and investigating...
Caring duo go the extra smile
A caring duo have won a top award for going the extra smile. Christine Lewis, 55, and Olga Azarcon, 41, who work at Pendine Park care organisation in Wrexham, shared the Top Smiler prize at the company’s annual Smile Awards. The award was created in 2010 to recognise...
Elite American choir opt for real Welsh welcome in Llangollen
An internationally renowned American choir are looking forward to having a true taste of Welsh hospitality. The Azusa Pacific University Chamber Singers from California are heading to Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod in July and will be staying with local...
Trailer firm helps power world land speed record supercar
EUROPE’S biggest trailer maker is helping to power an ambitious British bid to smash the sound barrier and break the world land speed record. Two box vans supplied by Ifor Williams Trailers will play a key role when the supersonic jet car Bloodhound SSC it makes its...
