Cutting-edge gym2me makes significant gains on launch
A GROUNDBREAKING gym equipment company is making significant gains within weeks of launch. Based in Llandudno and Mochdre, gym2me was founded by entrepreneur Andy Boyd, who had spent almost two decades in the banking sector before taking the leap and starting his own business. The busy dad-of-twins wanted to explore the circular economy and develop…
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Double awards nomination for college’s flourishing Floristry department
COLEG CAMBRIA’S Floristry programmes continue to flourish – and this year two of its brightest talents have been recognised on the national stage. Long-serving lecturer Amanda Ellis has once again been named a finalist in the Floristry Tutor of the Year category at the prestigious British Florist Association (BFA) Industry Awards. Alongside her, Victoria Upton has been…
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Dog Grooming to Makaton, Spraying, and Ceramics… college launches raft of new courses
THE new academic year will bring a fresh opportunity to study for a flexible qualification at Coleg Cambria. The college – based in Wrexham, Northop, Deeside and Llysfasi – has unveiled a series of accessible part-time courses to begin in September. Among the subjects are Makaton Workshop, Dog Grooming Assistants, Leadership and Management, GCSE Biology,…
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Dedicated bilingual student takes classical next step on academic journey
A DEDICATED bilingual student is preparing to take the next steps in her academic journey after an “exceptional time” at college. Nimue Thomas, 18, a former pupil at Ysgol Dinas Brân, has received an offer to study Classical Civilisation at Durham University – one of the UK’s leading institutions – after completing A Levels in…
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Student of the Year achieves primary target on results day
WHEN Megan Astbury left Elfed High School to begin her A Level journey at Coleg Cambria she had no idea just how transformative the next two years would be. Now, with university offers from top institutions including Manchester Metropolitan, Liverpool John Moores, and Cardiff Met, the 18 year-old is proudly heading to Bangor University to…
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From Wales to Westminster…Matthew wins journalism prize ahead of politics role
FROM Wales to Westminster, a former Coleg Cambria student secured a prominent role at a London-based think tank. Matthew Barnes, originally from Flint and now living in the city, studied A Levels in Government and Politics, Media Studies, English Language, and the Welsh Baccalaureate at the college’s Deeside Sixth Form Centre. The 23 year-old has…
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Canoeing teenager eyes Olympic glory.. and St Gerard’s is behind him all the way
TALENTED teenager Toby Sutcliffe is making serious waves in the world of canoe slalom – and his school is behind him every stroke of the way. The 15 year-old from Llanberis, a pupil at St Gerard’s School in Bangor, is currently ranked among the top five C1 slalom athletes in the UK for his age…
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Universities and colleges unite at National Eisteddfod to launch groundbreaking partnership
FOUR leading educational institutions have united to form the North Wales Tertiary Alliance (NWTA) – a landmark partnership to strengthen education and skills development, fuel economic growth, and improve life opportunities across the region. Launched today (Tuesday) at the National Eisteddfod in Wrexham, the Alliance includes Bangor University, Wrexham University, Coleg Cambria, and Grŵp Llandrillo…
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Geophysics company launches new North Wales HQ and targets 100% increase in sales and staff
BOREHOLE geophysics technology leader Robertson Geo has officially opened its new headquarters, bringing all UK operations under one roof and marking a major step in the company’s continued expansion. The move to Tre Morfa Enterprise Park in Conwy from sites in Deganwy and Llandudno follows sustained growth for the award-winning business, which serves customers in…
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Fundraiser with iron will heads to Baltics for epic charity challenge
A FUNDRAISER with iron will and a heart of gold is heading to the Baltics for an epic charity challenge. Jack Unwin, a 30 year-old environmental consultant from Chester, is gearing up to tackle one of the world’s toughest endurance races – the Ironman Tallinn in Estonia. Jack is raising money for Alzheimer’s Research UK…
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