GE Tools ‘Trade Olympics’ encourage next generation of skilled workers
STUDENTS competed in a Trade Olympics and exhibition driven by a leading industrial supplier. Deeside and Rhyl-based GE Tools held events in partnership with Grwp Llandrillo Menai and Coleg Cambria. Coleg Llandrillo Rhyl saw dozens of Construction and Engineering learners battle for medals in plumbing, carpentry and joinery, brickwork, motor vehicle services, vehicle body repair…
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Sara Cheeney launches fundraising drive for chemo patients on landmark birthday
A RENOWNED skin clinician who survived breast cancer is marking her 40th birthday with an epic fundraising drive following a “rollercoaster journey” in life and business. Award-winning aesthetic nurse Sara Cheeney – owner of Pure Perfection Clinic in Rossett, near Wrexham and Chester – will host a charity event in aid of breast cancer research this…
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Lyn Young achieves academic success despite battling serious illness
WHEN Lyn Young puts her mind to something, nothing stands in the way. The Connah’s Quay mum-of-four left her job as a nail technician five years ago to pursue a career in hairdressing. Lyn joined a Level 1 Diploma in Hairdressing at Coleg Cambria Deeside before quickly progressing to Levels 2 and 3. The 46…
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North Wales college unveils new HE courses in partnership with leading universities
COLEG CAMBRIA has unveiled a raft of higher education courses in partnership with leading universities. And the north east Wales college – which has sites in Wrexham, Llysfasi, Deeside and Northop – is set to unveil a new website, student guide and collaborative qualifications that will take their degree provision to the next level. The…
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Coleg Cambria to host series of WorldSkills finals next week
COLEG CAMBRIA is to host a series of WorldSkills finals in the coming weeks. The college will welcome participants from across the UK to its sites in Wrexham and Deeside from Monday November 15 to Friday November 19. Cambria is to hold nine finals in all. They will take place at the following venues: Yale,…
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Anniversary for popular pet and people business with exciting new product range
A KIND-HEARTED animal carer who launched a business while seriously injured in lockdown is developing the sweet smell of success. Gill Thomas-Jones was nursing a badly broken ankle just weeks before the Covid-19 pandemic took hold in the UK. A former sales rep and account manager in the pet sector, she used her time in…
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Supertemps builds back from pandemic with new staff and surge in demand
A RECRUITER is building back from the pandemic and welcoming new staff to its award-winning team. Shannon Jones and Nicole Owen have joined Bangor and Colwyn Bay-based Supertemps as resourcers. Shannon, from Old Colwyn, and Anglesey-raised Nicole are both Welsh speakers and previously worked in finance, housing, and administration. They are excited to join the…
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Cangen Cymraeg Cambria celebrates successful first year despite pandemic challenges
A WELSH language partnership celebrating its first anniversary has gone from strength to strength. Coleg Cambria’s branch of Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol – Cangen Cymraeg Cambria – has been a huge success in the last 12 months. Welsh medium students have enjoyed access to training, events, and education online during the Coronavirus pandemic. As restrictions ease,…
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Real Housewives of Cheshire star Ester Dee new brand ambassador for UK Leisure Living
A POPULAR reality TV star is the new ambassador for a North Wales Leisure Firm. The Real Housewives of Cheshire (RHOC) favourite Ester Dee will represent the UK Leisure Living brand going forward. Born in the Czech Republic, Ester says she is thrilled to be joining forces with the multi award-winning company, which has sites…
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LCA Group and Coleg Cambria join forces to launch cutting-edge software for apprentices
COLEG CAMBRIA has joined forces with a leader in manufacturing and engineering to launch an innovative apprenticeship training programme. The north east Wales college unveiled a five-year partnership with Hawarden-based LCA Group to use the software provider, EPLAN. EPLAN provides solutions for electrical, automation and mechatronic engineers globally, and is committed to supporting the development…
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