Coleg Cambria unveils new Welsh language ambassadors and campaign commitment
COLEG CAMBRIA joined organisations across the country in celebrating Welsh language rights. And the north east Wales college has unveiled a team of ambassadors who will support and guide fellow learners and members of their branch of Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol – Cangen Cymraeg Cambria – for years to come. Cambria also joined public institutions across…
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Coleg Cambria students have raised £24,000 since 2015 for Poppy Appeal
STUDENTS raised more than £9,000 in a matter of weeks for the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal. The pandemic could not stop Uniformed Public Services learners at Coleg Cambria achieving the staggering total of £9,157 for the charity campaign. And that takes the college’s overall figure to £24,474 since 2015, a remarkable effort. Lecturer Jason…
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Ruthin Market Hall reopens with launch event after major revamp
A NEW and innovative community hub and boutique market space has been launched at a historic Ruthin landmark. The town’s Grade 2-listed Market Hall has been redeveloped as a multi-purpose venue for artisan and independent traders, artists and creatives, and sustainable food and wellbeing organisations from across the region. Managed by Denbighshire Voluntary Services Council…
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Coleg Cambria Northop Business School training ‘green leaders’ of future
A SHARPENED global focus on ethical and sustainable business and industry inspired a suite of health and safety courses at a leading college. Coleg Cambria’s Northop Business School has launched NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) qualifications to meet demand for a new generation of ‘green’ leaders. Among them is the NEBOSH…
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Coleg Cambria powers to sporting victory in different fields
COLEG CAMBRIA is powering to sporting glory in different fields. The north east Wales institution emerged victorious in numerous disciplines over past weeks after a successful year. The netball squad were again named Welsh College Champions after a 10-8 win over Coleg Gwent in a closely contested final in Cardiff. They will now go on…
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Wrexham Sounds holds personal skills sessions for youngsters from Bryn Tirion Hall School
YOUNG people learnt the value of communication and personal skills on a social enterprise pilot programme. Newly launched Wrexham Sounds hosted a group of learners from Bryn Tirion Hall School, which supports vulnerable teenagers with special needs at its site in Bersham. Led by Dave Roberts, the group focused on empathetic listening and understanding strengths…
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Coleg Cambria in UK top 5 medal table and best in Wales at WorldSkills
COLEG CAMBRIA was again the leading Welsh college at the prestigious WorldSkills UK finals. The north east Wales institution picked up two gold medals, three silvers and a bronze, placing it joint fifth in the UK. Two participants were also highly commended in the CNC Milling and Aeronautical Engineering categories. The medallists were: Ben White…
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Coleg Cambria Nurse Cadets lead new pilot programme with health board
THE future of North Wales nursing is in good health following the development of an innovative partnership between Coleg Cambria and Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Sixteen learners from the college’s Yale site in Wrexham are on a two-year placement at the town’s Maelor Hospital. Blending time in the classroom with one day a week…
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Coleg Cambria Christmas markets will bring festive cheer to North Wales
COLEG CAMBRIA will bring festive cheer to north east Wales with its first ever Christmas markets. Six days of activities and attractions are to take place at the college’s Deeside and Yale Wrexham sites from December 1-10, with more than 40 vendors in attendance. As well as independent producers showcasing their wares, Santa Claus will…
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More awards for Williams Estates after strong period of growth in 2021
AN ESTATE agent laid foundations for further growth in the new year after sweeping the board at national awards ceremonies. Williams Estates was a big winner at both the ESTAS and British Property Awards following a successful 12 months. Despite the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic, the North Wales company – which has sites in…
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