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Man Who Had Brain Surgery Wins Hundreds of Pounds in Tele's Token Collection

Gadgets · Porthcawl

Man Who Had Brain Surgery Wins Hundreds of Pounds in Tele's Token Collection

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Ross Clements from Greenock has won hundreds of pounds worth of tech gadgets in the Tele's token competition after undergoing brain surgery.See the Story

JES Conference enters the second half of the season - Wales Rugby League

Rugby · Bridgend

JES Conference enters the second half of the season - Wales Rugby League

The JES Group Rugby League Conference continues this Saturday with two more matches that will have a significant impact on who reaches the Grand Final on August 2nd. Bridgend Blue Bulls take on Cynon Valley Cavaliers at Brynglas Field in Pyle (kick-off 2.30pm). The Bulls have just come out of a tough midweek encounter at Read Article

BCBC "not given notice" of private school closure as affected families are supported to transfer to state schools

Porthcawl · Porthcawl

BCBC "not given notice" of private school closure as affected families are supported to transfer to state schools

Earlier in the year, Coginta, the company running St. Clare’s School, a private school in Nottage, Porthcawl – announced it was set to close due to falling pupil rolls and questions over its financial viability. At this month’s full council meeting, Cllr. Martin Williams (Ind, Coity Higher) asked about the impact the closure would have on the county’s state schools and the support offered to parents and affected pupils. There was a particular co…Read Article

Council to provide more regular updates on Section 106 spending

At this month’s full council meeting, Cllr. Tim Thomas (Ind, St. Bride’s Minor & Ynysawdre) asked for information on the delivery of Section 106 funded projectsand how many delays there’ve been. Section 106 agreements require developers to fund certain infrastructure or services as a planning condition. These include things like playground upgrades, sports pitches, road improvements and school expansions. Cllr. Thomas said feedback from the publ…Bridgend · Bridgend Read Article

Pencoed drug dealer jailed for over two years

A drug dealer from Bridgend has been jailed for over two years following an investigation by South Wales Police. Curtis Baker, aged 25, of Pencoed, appeared at Cardiff Crown Court for sentencing on June 19 after pleading guilty to Possession with intent to supply a controlled drug of Class A (Cocaine). He was sentenced to a total of two years and four months for the offence. On June 6, 2024 at around 10.20pm, officers from the Organised Crime Un…Pencoed · Pencoed Read Article

We know how to build net zero homes. So, why aren’t we? - Institute of Welsh Affairs

Why devolved powers are only half the story in Wales’ journey to net zero homes When I first came across Solcer House, an experimental home designed and built by Cardiff University back in 2015, I was struck not by its futuristic gadgets or green credentials, but by how ordinary it looked. Yet, behind its modest design, this home in Pyle, Bridgend, was something radical: it generated more energy than it used and cost no more to build than a stan…Cardiff University · Bridgend Read Article

Police appeal as man disappears after visiting shop

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Christopher Pye has gone missing from the Maesteg areaMaesteg · Maesteg Read Article

Replacement Welsh-medium primary school faces delay

Bridgend Council’s Cabinet is set to approve a new expected opening date for the replacement Ysgol Bro Ogwr on the outskirts of Brackla (pdf). Planning Field saved as Brackla site set to be rejected for new Welsh-medium school February 4, 2021 Education Confirmed: Site selected for replacement Welsh-medium primary school January 17, 2022 Education Committee updated on new school projects; first look at new Welsh-medium schools …Bridgend · Bridgend Read Article

The common yet serious sleep disorder hiding behind loud snores

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Over 104 million Indians suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, a common condition causing loud snores. This disorder has a serious impact on the heart and demands greater awareness and treatment.India · India See the Story

Specialist care home proposed for former hotel

A planning application has been submitted by Halesowen-based Accomplish Group to convert a former hotel in Bridgend into a care home. Subject to approval, the former Park Lodge Guest House on Bryntirion Hill would provide specialist care and rehabilitation for adults with brain injuries and autistic spectrum disorders who have also been diagnosed with a mental health condition. Nine en-suite rooms would be provided, as well as staff rooms and sh…Bridgend · Bridgend Read Article

Nurse’s appeal against erasure dismissed - Fitness to Practise News by Kings View Chambers

The High Court has rejected an appeal by registered nurse Saffron Mitchell against her removal from the nursing register, upholding the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s (NMC) decision that her fitness to practise was impaired due to repeated dishonesty and professional misconduct. Background and Circumstances The appellant nurse, was arrested in November 2020 on suspicion of conspiracy to supply drugs into HMP Parc Prison. Although she was later …NMC · Bridgend Read Article

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