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04/09/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Pyle reuse shop is officially open for business

BRIDGEND County Borough Council in partnership with Plan B Management Solutions and community-based charity Groundwork Wales has officially opened the new reuse shop at Pyle...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/pyle-reuse-shop-is-officially-open-for-business/

30/08/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

HMP Parc under intense scrutiny over deaths, escalating violence and drug abuse

HMP Parc, one of the UK's largest category B prisons, has found itself at the centre of a growing scandal as it struggles to contain...
https://www.herald.wales/national-news/hmp-parc-under-intense-scrutiny-over-deaths-escalating-violence-and-drug-abuse/

30/08/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

South Wales Police force launch campaign to encourage others to come forward

BRAVE WOMEN across South Wales share their experiences of abuse to encourage others to come forward ‘See Me’, a new campaign by South Wales Police,...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/south-wales-police-force-launch-campaign-to-encourage-others-to-come-forward/

26/08/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Business angel secures strategic investment in a leading fire prevention and security solutions company

SOUTH Wales-based entrepreneur, Dave Farnham, has made a significant financial investment in SECUREIT, a prominent fire prevention and security solutions company headquartered near Bridgend. Farnham’s...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/business-angel-secures-strategic-investment-in-a-leading-fire-prevention-and-security-solutions-company/

23/08/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Two former residential homes near Bridgend town centre approved for HMO conversion

PERMISSION has been given by Bridgend council’s planning committee for two former residential properties near Bridgend town centre to be turned in to houses in multiple occupation (HMOs).
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/two-former-residential-homes-near-bridgend-town-centre-approved-for-hmo-conversion/

23/08/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Schools and pupils shine bright throughout Bridgend County Borough on GCSE results day

PUPILS from across Bridgend County Borough have excelled on GCSE results day (Thursday 22 August 2024) and families and schools are celebrating the efforts of...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/schools-and-pupils-shine-bright-throughout-bridgend-county-borough-on-gcse-results-day/

21/08/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Bridgend Council's budget overspend hits £7 million

BRIDGEND Council has reported an overspend on its annual budget for the 2023-24 financial year of more than £7 million.
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/bridgend-councils-budget-overspend-hits-7-million/

21/08/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Council to invest £1.1m in new waste vehicle fleet renewal

BRIDGEND Council has given the go-ahead for cash to replace some of its existing fleet of waste vehicles currently in use across the county borough.
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/council-to-invest-1-1m-in-new-waste-vehicle-fleet-renewal/

19/08/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Council approves 35-year lease and funding for Llangenior FC's new pavilion

MEMBERS of Bridgend Council have agreed to sign off on the 35-year lease of a Bridgend football ground along with funding to help the local team develop a new pavilion.
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/council-approves-35-year-lease-and-funding-for-llangenior-fcs-new-pavilion/

19/08/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Aberdare man sentenced after Porthcawl assault

STEVEN Chappell, 29, assaulted Daniel Bradley, 32, in the vicinity of The Brogden pub, Porthcawl on Friday September 16, 2023. He died in hospital on...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/cardiff-south-wales/aberdare-man-sentenced-after-porthcawl-assault/

17/08/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Class of 2024 celebrate A-Level results throughout Bridgend County Borough

SCHOOLS throughout Bridgend County Borough are commending the hard work of both staff and pupils following A-Level results day (15 August). There have been many...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/class-of-2024-celebrate-a-level-results-throughout-bridgend-county-borough/

11/08/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Prison officer smuggled drugs in juice cartons

A PRISON officer has been sentenced to six years in prison after being caught attempting to smuggle drugs and mobile phones into HMP Parc in...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/prison-officer-smuggled-drugs-in-juice-cartons/

07/08/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Innovative children’s project receives visit from London officials

OFFICIALS from the Youth Endowment Fund (YEF) and the Home Office recently visited Bridgend County Borough Council to observe first-hand the successful developments of a...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/innovative-childrens-project-receives-visit-from-london-officials/

03/08/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Thousands benefit from a scheme to make the Eisteddfod accessible to all

AROUND 15,000 individuals and families from Rhondda Cynon Taf will have the opportunity to enjoy the buzz of the Eisteddfod this week, thanks to a...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/thousands-benefit-from-a-scheme-to-make-the-eisteddfod-accessible-to-all/

30/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Community picnic raises vital funds for NSPCC Cymru

FAMILIES have enjoyed a community picnic to raise money for NSPCC Cymru. The sun came out as dozens of people attended the fundraising event on...
https://www.herald.wales/national-news/charity/community-picnic-raises-vital-funds-for-nspcc-cymru/

25/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Rain doesn’t dampen spirits in biggest ever Rabbit Run

THE RABBIT RUN returned to Merthyr Mawr on Saturday in what was its largest ever edition of the race. Despite the wet weather, more than...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/rain-doesnt-dampen-spirits-in-biggest-ever-rabbit-run/

24/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Changes for home to school transport approved in Bridgend

PLANS for changes to home to school transport across Bridgend have been approved by Bridgend Council this month despite “significant public objection.”
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/changes-for-home-to-school-transport-approved-in-bridgend/

24/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Bridgend students win £1,000 for MS Society Cymru in inspiring fundraising challenge

MS SOCIETY Cymru is thrilled to announce that a group of Year 8 students from Bryntirion Comprehensive School in Bridgend has won the First Give...
https://www.herald.wales/national-news/charity/bridgend-students-win-1000-for-ms-society-cymru-in-inspiring-fundraising-challenge-2/

24/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

£20m redevelopment of iconic Grand Pavilion is well underway!

BRIDGEND County Borough Council and its partners at Awen Cultural Trust have provided an update on the progress of the £20m redevelopment project at the...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/20m-redevelopment-of-iconic-grand-pavilion-is-well-underway/

24/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Bridgend Students Win £1,000 for MS Society Cymru in Inspiring Fundraising Challenge

MS SOCIETY CYMRU is thrilled to announce that a group of Year 8 students from Bryntirion Comprehensive School in Bridgend has won the First Give...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/Education/bridgend-students-win-1000-for-ms-society-cymru-in-inspiring-fundraising-challenge/

24/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Pencoed Comprehensive School’s Young Carers’ Group is first to claim award

THE YOUNG CARERS’ GROUP at Pencoed Comprehensive School is leading the way for good practice in relation to young carers, being the first secondary school...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/Community/pencoed-comprehensive-schools-young-carers-group-is-first-to-claim-award/

23/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Petition started over repairs to Caerau homes

RESIDENTS in the village of Caerau, Bridgend have launched a petition calling for a “fair deal” on repair works to homes damaged by a Government and Bridgend Council-backed insulation scheme.
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/petition-started-over-repairs-to-caerau-homes/

21/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

New signals set to improve traffic flow at busy town centre junction

WORK to replace ageing traffic signals on one of Bridgend’s busiest junctions will start on 22 July. The work, which will also include pedestrian crossing...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/new-signals-set-to-improve-traffic-flow-at-busy-town-centre-junction/

21/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

New commercial director targets sector dominance for south Wales’s SECUREIT

SECUREIT, a prominent fire prevention and security solutions company in south Wales, is set for a new chapter of growth and innovation under the guidance...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/new-commercial-director-targets-sector-dominance-for-south-waless-secureit/

20/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

New traffic lights coming to busy Bridgend junction

POTENTIAL disruptions could be seen on roads near Bridgend town centre over the coming month while work is carried out to update traffic lights at one of its busiest junctions.
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/new-traffic-lights-coming-to-busy-bridgend-junction/

18/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Bridgend County Borough Council assures that Porthcawl’s Metrolink is built to last

AS THE opening of Porthcawl’s Metrolink draws closer, Bridgend County Borough Council addresses any concerns about its structure and grass rooftop. Built on solid bedrock...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/bridgend-county-borough-council-assures-that-porthcawls-metrolink-is-built-to-last/

17/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Plans for new drive through McDonalds in Bridgend rejected

PLANS for a new drive-through McDonald’s in Bridgend county borough have been rejected by the local planning authority.
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/plans-for-new-drive-through-mcdonalds-in-bridgend-rejected/

15/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

New services added to Llynfi Valley bus route

A WELL-USED Bridgend bus route is set to have a number of journeys reinstated this year after a successful bid by Bridgend Council for Welsh Government funding.
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/new-services-added-to-llynfi-valley-bus-route/

12/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Afon y Felin Primary School claims gold award a second time for Welsh efforts

CELEBRATING success a second time following a recent reassessment, Afon y Felin Primary School has managed to maintain its Cymraeg Campus Gold Award, a much-coveted...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/afon-y-felin-primary-school-claims-gold-award-a-second-time-for-welsh-efforts/

11/07/2024

HERALD NEWS UPDATE

Plans for 73 new homes in Llynfi Valley submitted

AN APPLICATION to build 73 new homes in the Llynfi Valley has been submitted to Bridgend Council for consideration.
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/plans-for-73-new-homes-in-llynfi-valley-submitted/

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