Fearless college fundraisers to scale their biggest challenge yet for Hope House Hospice
FEARLESS fundraisers are about to take on their biggest ever feat for a transformative children’s charity. A group of lecturers and staff led by Karl Jackson, Assistant Principal for the Institute of Technology at Coleg Cambria’s Bersham Road site in Wrexham, are aiming to complete the Skye is the Limit Challenge next month (May). Over recent years they…
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Antur Cymru Enterprise opens fourth shop and support centre to meet retail demand
A BUSINESS hub and trading space in the heart of Newtown will attract visitors from across the region. Launching the new Cymorth Busnes Lleol / Local Business Support programme at Bear Lanes Shopping Centre, Montgomeryshire MP Craig Williams and local councillor David Selby declared it a “brilliant addition” to the area. The Broad Street retail unit and start-up support centre is…
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Sblash! Aqua park to create jobs and make waves in Penmaenmawr
A THRILLING new aqua park will create jobs, attract visitors, and boost the economy in a seaside town. Sblash has been given the green light by Conwy’s planning authority and is already making waves in Penmaenmawr. Owners James and Debbie McAllister – who have decades of experience in the tourism and hospitality industry – are transforming…
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New interview scheme will guarantee Conwy employers find perfect candidate
EMPLOYERS will benefit from a new recruitment programme that guarantees candidates will be suitable for the jobs they are advertising. Conwy Employment Hub’s Guaranteed Interview Scheme is designed to build confidence among jobseekers and streamline the application process for companies looking to hire staff. Those already signed up to the Hub’s raft of employment and training services…
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100+ celebrate diversity and education with Coleg Cambria Culture Collective
A CELEBRATION of education and diversity has gone from strength to strength in uniting communities across north east Wales. Launched last year, the Culture Collective is a student-led group organising events and activities at Coleg Cambria Yale in Wrexham. The latest was a showcase of arts, dance, music, literature, poetry, and fashion held at the…
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Coleg Cambria in top 10 for cyber security as apprenticeship interest grows
COLEG CAMBRIA has retained its position as a leader in cyber security education. The college – based in Deeside, Llysfasi, Wrexham and Northop – received a gold award from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) as part of its CyberFirst initiative, which aims to address the UK’s cyber skills gap. Cambria is one of only…
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Pure Perfection Clinic named best in Wales following expansion and investment
PURE Perfection Clinic added another prestigious accolade to its long list of titles at a national prizegiving. The trailblazing business, based in Rossett near Wrexham, was named Best Clinic Midlands and Wales at the Aesthetics Awards, hosted by TV personality Vernon Kay. Director Sara Cheeney and her seven-strong workforce were also commended for Clinic Team…
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150+ staff at Enhanced Healthcare benefit from cost of living and mental health support
A CARING business is supporting its 150-strong workforce with a series of events and activities to combat the cost-of-living crisis and health and wellbeing challenges post-Covid. Since launching in the pandemic, Enhanced Healthcare has grown to become one of the leading names in the sector. The Colwyn Bay-based organisation is blazing a trail for others…
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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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Andy’s Man Club launches second North Wales support group to meet demand
A MEN’S suicide prevention charity will launch a new peer-to-peer support group in North Wales. Already welcoming more than 50 people to its free weekly meetings at the Yellow and Blue Hub in Wrexham, Andy’s Man Club (AMC) has added Coleg Cambria Deeside to its growing list of sites UK-wide. The organisation has signed an…
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