New Kinmel Bay HQ for PetPlace after pandemic sales boom
A LEADING pet retailer has opened new headquarters following a pandemic sales boom. PetPlace – which has stores in Abergele, Ruthin, Mold, Llangefni and Chirk – has joined Tir Llwyd Enterprise Park in Kinmel Bay. The company, which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, will be based out of a 10,000 sq ft office and warehouse…
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First ever AGCO-Llysfasi cohort graduates from innovative apprenticeship scheme
LEARNERS ploughed ahead in completing an innovative agriculture training scheme despite the challenges of Covid-19. The first ever cohort of AGCO apprentices at Coleg Cambria Llysfasi have completed the three-year Technical Advanced Extended Diploma in Agricultural Engineering. The north east Wales college teamed up with the worldwide manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment to train…
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Chance encounter sees descendant of Victorian steel magnate join campaign to rebuild Deeside landmark
THE great-great-great-granddaughter of a pioneering Victorian steel magnate is helping to restore a landmark named in his honour after a chance meeting with the visionary behind the multi-million pound project. Charlotte Summers was in Flintshire visiting her partner James’ family when they decided to go for a bike ride and see the Grade-II listed John…
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Plastering student secures apprenticeship after impressing skills course instructor
A traditional building skills course led to an apprenticeship opportunity from one of its instructors. Organised by Wrexham’s Traditional Building Skills Programme and held at Coleg Cambria’s Bersham Road site, the traditional building skills courses are provided free through Wrexham Council. Plasterer student Wesley Jackson has attended several of the Traditional Building skills courses to…
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Wrexham Sounds – new name, new direction and new premises for award-winning studio
AWARD-WINNING music studios will reopen with a new name in new premises and a vision to transform the lives of disadvantaged young people across North Wales. The former Vic Studios has rebranded as Wrexham Sounds and moved from the town’s Hill Street to Rhosrobin. A not-for-profit social enterprise, the studio will provide music-based sessions to children from…
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Coleg Cambria a leader in standards of inclusion for disabled people
COLEG CAMBRIA has achieved leadership status in developing standards of inclusion for disabled people. The north east Wales college is now a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader. The DWP (Department for Work and Pensions) scheme encourages organisations of all sizes to encourage, support and retain talented, loyal and hard-working disabled employees. As a Disability Confident Leader, Cambria…
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Please access the NHS safely this summer – BCUHB urges holidaymakers to call new 111 service
AS tourists and day trippers prepare to descend on North Wales this summer, NHS leaders urged them to access treatment safely and alleviate pressure on medical staff. The COVID-19 pandemic will see people across the UK opt for a ‘staycation’ rather than travelling abroad in the months ahead, which means the region’s population will rise…
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Rossett skin clinic welcomes new faces after post-lockdown patient increase
AN AWARD-WINNING skin clinic welcomed new faces after returning from lockdown in style. Pure Perfection Clinic has experienced a surge in patients since reopening in March and taken on extra staff to meet demand. The business, based in Rossett – between Wrexham and Chester – also unveiled an innovative thread lift treatment already proving popular…
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Stars align for ION Leadership and 20Twenty online graduation event
STARS including singer Beverley Knight, Rupert Moon and broadcaster Mike Bushell joined the alumni of popular business and leadership courses for a virtual celebration. More than 160 company owners, managers and supervisors attended an online graduation ceremony for the ION Leadership and 20Twenty Business Growth programmes. Hosted by Bangor University, viewers were treated to messages…
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Designweb reveals growth plans after raft of new clients join the St Asaph business
A PROMINENT web company has designs on further growth this summer. St Asaph-based Designweb is expanding after securing new clients and partnerships. Led by director Paul Lyons, from Rhyl, the business has customers from across the UK, Europe and even New York. The 44 year-old says Designweb met the challenges of the pandemic head-on and…
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