Ysgol St Gerard support for Arctic climate change research expedition
A LEADING independent school is onboard with an epic climate change research expedition. Ysgol St Gerard in Bangor has shown its support for Ingrid Lewis as she joins a team taking on up to 4,000 nautical miles as part of the Ocean Warrior data gathering project in the Arctic Circle this September. The former Colwyn…
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North Wales students to compete in Floristry World Cup this September
A team of budding florists from Coleg Cambria are preparing to compete in a student competition at the prestigious Interflora World Cup in Manchester in September. Led by floristry tutor Amanda Ellis, the team of five floristry students will showcase their skills at the Manchester Central Exhibition Complex on Saturday September 9 in a…
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Summer of growth as Mackenzie Jones continues North West expansion
SUMMER is a time for growth and development at a leading law firm. Mackenzie Jones Solicitors is recruiting staff after a busy start to the year, with vacancies for a litigation secretary, private client solicitor and secretary, having recently welcomed a new conveyancer, legal assistant, and graduate paralegal. Several members of the team are also…
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A Level students praised for rising above post-pandemic challenges
COLEG CAMBRIA leaders praised students for rising above post-pandemic challenges to achieve “outstanding and inspirational” A Level and BTEC results. Chief Executive Yana Williams said overall figures including A*-C grades were “fantastic” and pointed to the resilience of learners in successfully transitioning from secondary school to college during lockdown and going on to successfully complete…
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Mona Dairy first in the UK to unveil electric milk truck ahead of factory expansion
A CUTTING-EDGE cheese factory that runs entirely on renewable energy is set to go even greener thanks to an electrifying new partnership. Mona Dairy is a headline sponsor of this week’s Anglesey Show and plans to unveil the UK’s first BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) tractor and trailer for milk haulage in front of special guests…
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Bolesworth Castle to host free showjumping event for families to enjoy
BOLESWORTH CASTLE is to host a free celebration of young showjumping talent. Visitors to this year’s Al Shira’aa Bolesworth Young Horse Championships will be able to watch some of the sport’s top names for over five days from Wednesday to Sunday (August 16-20). The packed programme also features an equestrian shopping village, food and drink…
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Animal behaviour specialist and PetPlace join forces for UK-first dog play expo
PETPLACE joined forces with a leading animal play company to host a UK-first event for dogs and their owners. The North Wales retailer’s revamped 25,000 sq ft Llangefni store held exercise and games sessions in partnership with Kong Company Ltd. Kong ambassador and esteemed dog behaviour specialist Diane Kasperowicz shared an insight into how dogs…
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Pupils collect more than 12,000 items of rubbish and debris during beach clean up
CHILDREN have been praised for collecting more than 12,000 pieces of litter from beaches and parks near their school. As part of their Welsh Baccalaureate studies, groups of Year 10 and Year 11 pupils from Ysgol Eirias in Colwyn Bay organised two Community Environmental Impact Days. Led by Head of PE Neil Wilkinson and his…
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CambriaFest will become annual event as 800 students enjoy inaugural celebration
AN INAUGURAL college event celebrating inclusion and diversity will return next year after being visited by more than 800 learners. CambriaFest was organised by the Student Voice team at Coleg Cambria, who plan to make it an annual occurrence. The two-day programme featured live music, attractions and activities and was held at Cambria’s sites in Deeside…
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Route Media shows further signs of growth across Wales
A MEDIA company has shown further signs of growth across Wales. Route Media – part of Dragon Group – has expanded its footprint with new partnerships including a West Wales bus network, which serves passengers in Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire. The contract will see 10 vehicles installed with streetliner and rear signage viewed by motorists and pedestrians in…
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