Headteacher survives ‘terrifying’ aneurysm to back Awyr Las cardiac campaign
ONE day Llyr Rees was running 10 miles and preparing to enter triathlon competitions. The next he was fighting for his life. Headteacher at Ysgol Gynradd Bontnewydd, near Caernarfon, Llyr was a fit and healthy 50 year-old when struck down by a ruptured aorta just nine months ago. The aneurysm and resulting aortic dissection left…
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Coleg Cambria Welsh learners were commended at a virtual prizegiving
WELSH learners were commended at a virtual prizegiving. As part of Coleg Cambria’s annual Student Awards – held online due to the Coronavirus pandemic – accolades were given out to three worthy winners who excelled in displaying their bilingual skills and promoting the Welsh language. Sponsored by Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol (CCC), the successful students were:…
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Radar PR defends PRCA Cymru Professional of the Year title at virtual prizegiving
A North Wales PR agency won a prestigious industry award for the second time in succession. Martin Williams retained the PRCA Cymru Professional of the Year title at this week’s virtual prizegiving. It has been a remarkable 12 months for the business, securing new clients – including GE Tools, Henllan Bakery, Sabor de Amor, DVSC,…
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College head Karl completes epic challenge for Stepping Stones North Wales
A TIRELESS fundraiser took on an epic journey for a charity supporting victims of abuse. Having accomplished the Three Peaks in 2018, and the Crazy 7 in Scotland – including the Cairngorms – a year later, Karl Jackson completed the Freezing Fingers challenge during the winter. Karl, who is site lead and Assistant Director for…
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Coleg Cambria Llysfasi to hold special centenary open day this Saturday
A SPECIAL centenary open day will be held at one of the country’s top land-based colleges. Coleg Cambria Llysfasi will host the event from 10am-2pm on Saturday (June 26). Adhering to social distancing and Coronavirus safety measures, staff at the Denbighshire site – celebrating its 100th anniversary – look forward to welcoming visitors for the first…
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Cambria learners celebrated at virtual awards ceremony after challenging year
COLEG CAMBRIA learners have achieved incredible things in the past year. And they were recognised at the college’s annual Student Awards. Sadly, a ceremony could not take place due to the Coronavirus pandemic, but that did not stop them paying tribute to those who had excelled over the last 12 months Up to 90 prizes…
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From driving dump trucks to thoroughbred training – adventure of a lifetime for Welsh equine student
MADDIE STEVENS has been on the adventure of a lifetime since graduating from Coleg Cambria. A former Equine student at the college’s Northop site, the 21 year-old travelled to New Zealand in 2019 for a six-month placement at a show jumping yard. Two years later and Maddie has done everything from driving dump trucks at…
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20Twenty Business Growth Programme boost for micro firms in north east Wales
MICRO businesses with staff can sign up for a fully funded leadership and management qualification that would usually cost £4000. People living or working in Flintshire, north Powys and Wrexham are eligible to join the 20Twenty Business Growth Programme’s Level 4 CMI (Chartered Management Institute) course in September. Taking place virtually, there will be an…
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New HQ and Asia-Pacific expansion for North Wales scaffolding company
BGB SCAFFOLDING has opened new headquarters and continued to expand after securing international deals during the Coronavirus pandemic. The company – now based at the Port of Mostyn in Flintshire – signed high-profile contracts and framework agreements in the offshore and onshore sectors over the past 12 months. Alongside these exciting opportunities, Managing Director Ben…
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Denise cleans up with major jobs growth in sweet 16th year of business
A PROMINENT North Wales business has broken the mould with a refreshing approach to the cleaning industry. Conwy-based Cleaner Care has grown to become one of the leading independent cleaning firms in the country. Managing Director Denise Lardner has just celebrated a sweet 16 years in the sector, having launched the company in 2005. Employing…
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