Small businesses unite to give west Wales economy pre-Christmas gift
ENTREPRENEURS and small businesses have united to bring collaborative energy and an economic boost to communities in west Wales And there is no better example than the bustling market town of Tregaron, where residents have either launched their own companies or taken existing ventures to the next level with the support of Antur Cymru Enterprise….
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Print business secures major schools contract following closure of ‘local institution’
A PRINTING business is top of the class after taking on a major new contract. PersonaliseMe Print Ltd – which relocated to larger premises on Erw Wen Road in Colwyn Bay during the summer – will now supply uniform for more than 20 schools in Conwy county. The business secured the deal following the announcement…
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Chef student ready to turn up the heat at international cooking competition
A COLEG CAMBRIA learner is ready to turn up the heat in one of the world’s most prestigious cooking contests. Sion Hughes will compete in the Senior Chef category at the Global Chefs Challenge in Singapore later this month. Sion, from Wrexham, is currently studying for a Work-based Level 3 Professional Cookery qualification with the…
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Coleg Cambria to open its doors for series of autumn open events
COLEG CAMBRIA will open its doors to prospective learners and their families at a series of open events in November. They will take place on the following dates: Deeside and Deeside Sixth – Wednesday November 6 from 5pm-8pm. Llysfasi – Saturday November 9 from 10am-1pm. Yale and Yale Sixth Wrexham – Wednesday November 13 from 5pm-8pm. Bersham Road…
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Skills and safety, renewable energy and women in construction top priorities for new FMB President
CAREER opportunities for young people, safety regulations and support for women in construction are top priorities for the new leader of a prominent trade association. Gareth Jones is already making strides as President for the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) in Wales. The Managing Director of award-winning Carbon Zero Renewables – part of the Carbon…
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Educating explorers to get their Jaws around epic expedition for Dementia UK
A BAND of educating explorers are preparing to get their Jaws around an epic charity expedition. The Bigger Boat Challenge – referencing the 1975 movie hit, Jaws – could be the toughest yet for Karl Jackson and his Coleg Cambria colleagues. Taking place over two days from Friday October 25, the 12-strong team from the college’s Bersham Road site…
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Major developments at St Gerard’s following pupil rise and summer investment
THE academic year is off to a first class start at one of the country’s leading independent schools. St Gerard’s School in Bangor has brought all its pupils – primary and secondary – under the same roof for the first time in its 109-year history. The move follows a summer of huge investment at the…
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SF Parks to unveil new attraction and extend offers following record-breaking summer
A LEADING tourism and leisure company is extending a series of offers for owners and the public after celebrating its busiest ever summer. And SF Parks is also preparing for the construction of yet another adrenaline-fuelled attraction at its popular White House Leisure Park in Towyn. The business – which owns the neighbouring Golden Gate resort,…
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Small businesses show their love for Antur Cymru creating growth opportunities
SMALL businesses have shown their love for an enterprise agency creating opportunities for growth and prosperity in west Wales. With the support of Antur Cymru, traders in the region successfully received grants from the Cynnal y Cardi Fund, which is delivered by Ceredigion County Council via the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund. Two in particular…
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Golden girl Jess has heart set on Paralympics following equine victory
GOLDEN girl Jess Pritchard rode to victory in a prestigious equestrian competition. The Coleg Cambria student won the 1* Grade Three Para Dressage competition at the Addington International Arena. Representing Team GB, Jess – an Entry Level 3 Learner in Animal Care, based at Northop – said it was the biggest victory of her life….
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