Leading light in tennis and politics follows PM in receiving prestigious alumni award
AN INSPIRATIONAL figure in Welsh tennis and youth politics secured a raft of accolades following smash-hit success on and off the court. Former Coleg Cambria A Level student Jonathon Dawes was recognised by King’s College London (KCL) – and the wider British sporting community – for his pioneering contribution to tennis development and grassroots inclusion….
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Talented rider jumps for joy on securing scholarship to leading Welsh independent school
A TALENTED rider jumped for joy on securing a scholarship with one of the leading independent schools in Wales. Grace Owen is delighted to continue her education at St Gerard’s School – ranked eighth in the country in the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide – having secured a sports scholarship that will see her complete A Levels…
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Sustainable vision secures hospitality student inaugural ‘Green Spatula’ award
A SKILLED student’s sustainable vision secured her a prestigious inaugural hospitality prize. This year’s Nestlé Professional Toque d’Or competition introduced the Green Spatula Award, a special accolade presented in partnership with The World Association of Chefs’ Societies and won by Coleg Cambria learner Victoria Royer. Originally from Belgium and now living in Hope, Flintshire, Victoria wowed judges with…
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Maes Mynan Park to open its gates for artisan market and charity garden celebration
A LUXURY holiday park nestled within one of the UK’s most scenic landscapes will unveil the rich beauty of its 120-acre estate for charity. Maes Mynan Park, located in the tranquil village of Afonwen near Caerwys, Flintshire, is set to open its gates to the public on Saturday July 12 for the National Open Garden Scheme…
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Law practice celebrates quarter of a century with new clients and recruitment drive
A LEADING law practice is celebrating 25 years with a recruitment drive and a surge in clients across multiple sectors. Mackenzie Jones Solicitors, based in Chester, St Asaph and Menai Bridge, has taken on three new faces including Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury (PI) lawyer, Elen Roberts. Originally from Anglesey and now living in Rowton,…
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Students raise thousands for community charities in North Wales
STUDENTS raised thousands of pounds for community charities this year. As part of their Welsh Baccalaureate studies and the Global Community Project, UPS (Uniformed Public Service) learners at Coleg Cambria Deeside have given up their time to support a host of worthwhile causes. Among them were the Domestic Abuse Safety Unit (DASU) in Shotton, and…
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Charities will unite to share ideas and overcome third sector challenges in Rhyl
CHARITIES and community organisations in a seaside resort will unite to share ideas, best practice and explore ways to overcome challenges facing the third sector. Organised by Rhyl Neighbourhood Board – the collective behind the growing Ein Rhyl/Our Rhyl campaign – a free workshop is to be held at the town’s rugby club on Thursday (July 3)….
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Double awards victory and nationwide product drive for Rhug Estate
DOUBLE awards victory at a prestigious food and drink ceremony serves to reinforce “years of commitment” to sustainability and high-quality produce. Rhug Estate won the Sustainable Values prize at the fifth Wales Food and Drink Awards. The 12,500-acre organic farm estate, near Corwen in Denbighshire, has been a driver of progressive environmental practices for decades, and for…
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Revolutionary 3D cattle monitoring tech boosts animal welfare and milk production at Llysfasi
REVOLUTIONARY new 3D video monitoring technology is delivering economic and environmental benefits and supporting animal welfare at a leading land-based college. Coleg Cambria Llysfasi has installed HerdVision at its working farm and is already reaping the benefits. As well having a positive financial and sustainability impact the Smart Agriculture system – which uses 2D and…
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Mobile data to help shape decision making and identify customer habits in Rhyl
TRADERS in a seaside town can benefit from crucial intel that will help shape decision-making and identify customer trends. Driven by the Welsh Government-funded Smart Towns Wales project with the backing of Rhyl Neighbourhood Board, Menter Môn conducted a study of consumer statistics in the coastal resort, using BT Active Intelligence Data to track footfall…
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