Painful visit to dentist crowns new chapter for Cambria student
A PAINFUL visit to the dentist as a child left a lasting impression on Niamh Jones. The Coleg Cambria student will begin her first steps towards the profession by studying for a degree at Cardiff University. Niamh, 18, from Wrexham, was inspired to pursue dentistry after fracturing her two front teeth. The care and compassion…
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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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Mac Jones helps hospitality entrepreneur create jobs and bring city landmark back to life
AN esteemed law practice helped breathe new life into one of Chester’s most recognisable landmarks. Les Owens, owner of the city’s Coach House in Chester, has officially opened The Duck & Dagger, a stylish new bar restaurant located in the restored 19th-century Steam Mill – once home to the Artichoke. Named in honour of Chester’s…
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Shepherds honoured for almost a century of dedication to Welsh agriculture
FARM workers have been honoured for decades of dedication to Welsh agriculture. Between them, Rob William Hughes and John Dyke have contributed more than 90 years of service to the industry. That incredible commitment to the sector saw the duo receive prestigious long-service awards at the Royal Welsh Show, held in Llanelwedd. Visitors flocked to see…
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Student judo star throws hackers off balance.. and he hasn’t even started university yet!
A WREXHAM student is throwing hackers off balance – and he hasn’t even started university yet! Judo player Alex Roberts is on course for a promising future after achieving top A Level results at Coleg Cambria Yale in Wrexham. A former pupil at The King’s School Chester, Alex has received a firm offer from the…
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Popular promenade enjoys dynamic revival thanks to series of regeneration milestones
RHYL’S seafront is experiencing a dynamic revival with a series of regeneration milestones delivering a major impact for residents, businesses, and visitors. Rhyl Neighbourhood Board – driver of the Ein Rhyl/Our Rhyl campaign – is supporting a new phase in the town’s ongoing transformation – with the promenade at the heart of a bold and exciting future….
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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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Cambria student-athlete on track for milestone after securing US scholarship
A STUDENT-ATHLETE is on track to achieve a remarkable milestone after securing a full scholarship to study and compete in the United States. Lilly Noble, an A Level learner at Coleg Cambria Deeside, has been awarded a 100% scholarship to attend Murray State University in Kentucky. There, she will study Physiotherapy while competing for the University’s…
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Coleg Cambria celebrates “exceptional” results following remarkable year
STUDENTS are celebrating “exceptional” A Level and BTEC results after another remarkable year marked by hard work, ambition, and exciting developments at Coleg Cambria. Chief Executive Yana Williams and Principal Sue Price today (Thursday) congratulated learners across Cambria’s sites in Deeside, Wrexham, Northop and Llysfasi for their commitment, focus and determination over the last 12…
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