Launch of new adizone sports facility in Barry - 20/02/2012

The new AdiZone multi-sports area at Barry Island was officially opened on Saturday 18 February, by Vale of Glamorgan Council Leader Cllr. Gordon Kemp.

TeenQuest challenge - 15/02/2012

Young people between the ages of 11 and 14 from took part in the TeenQuest Challenge, held in Barry and Cowbridge libraries between October and December.

Work starts on one of Wales’ most sustainable hotels - 15/02/2012

Construction of a new sustainable 80 bed Premier Inn hotel and Brewers Fayre restaurant at the Innovation Quarter, Waterfront Barry is set to start on site from 20 February.

Funding boost to improve off-road cycle and footway route in Barry - 15/02/2012

A Vale of Glamorgan Council scheme to provide a safe route to schools and work in Barry has been given a funding boost.

Bid made for funds to improve safety on Barry Docks Link Road - 15/02/2012

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has submitted a bid for funding to the Welsh Government to enable it to implement works to resolve the road safety issues on the Barry Docks Link Road.

Vale residents praised for 54% recycling rate - 14/02/2012

Vale of Glamorgan residents now recycle, compost and reuse an impressive 54.48% of their waste, according to results for October, November and December 2011. This figure is up by 11% when compared to the same period last year.

Swimming lessons for babies and toddlers at Vale leisure centres - 14/02/2012

Bookings are now being taken for new ‘Adult and Child’ swimming lessons at the leisure centres in Barry and Penarth, in which children as young as four-months-old can take to the water.

Sport Relief is back and it’s coming to Barry Island - 09/02/2012

The Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile is back – and it’s coming to Barry Island! The Island is set to host its second Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile on Sunday 25th March, and needs local people to come together and show their support.

Improvements announced to the ‘Ash Path’ in Dinas Powys - 08/02/2012

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has confirmed that it will be erecting a fence along the route of the Ash Path (a footpath also known as Public Right of Way 25, St Andrews Major) that runs from Murch Road at Dinas Powys to Sully Road at Penarth.

On the trail of public art in Sully - 08/02/2012

Following on from consultation with the local community, the Vale of Glamorgan Council has appointed acclaimed artists, Maureen O'Kane and Carlos Pinatti, to develop an exciting new public art trail in Sully.

Vale of Glamorgan Local Development Plan goes to public consultation - 08/02/2012

The official plan that will govern how land is used in the Vale of Glamorgan over the next 15 years will be available for public comment from 20 February.

CCTV helps make eleven arrests in Barry - 07/02/2012

Eleven people have been arrested in Barry as a result of CCTV monitoring.

Vale schools through to national badminton competition - 07/02/2012

Two schools from the Vale of Glamorgan have made it through to the finals of a national badminton competition which is being organised in partnership by the innovative 5x60 scheme and Badminton Wales.

Half Term activities with an Olympic flavour in the Vale - 07/02/2012

Youngsters can sprint, hop, skip and jump their way through this forthcoming half term by taking part in a mini Olympic session at Cowbridge Leisure Centre.

Show some love to your nearest coastline this Valentine’s Day - 07/02/2012

As a new tourism brochure for the Vale of Glamorgan and Bridgend is launched, people across South Wales are being urged to show some love to their nearest coastline this Valentine’s Day.

Saturday morning Dance Mat fever at Barry Leisure Centre - 07/02/2012

Interactive Dance Mat classes at Barry Leisure Centre are moving from Saturday afternoons to mornings.

Young goalies catching the eye of pro scouts - 06/02/2012

The future of football in the Vale of Glamorgan is in safe hands, with specialist goalkeeper coaching sessions helping to put a group of young boys on the radar of professional clubs.

Bumper opportunities to play netball in the Vale - 06/02/2012

Budding netball players of all ages now have even more chances to take up the sport in the Vale of Glamorgan after two local clubs netted a funding boost thanks to the Community Chest scheme.

Scheme success in the run up to Apprenticeship Week - 30/01/2012

The Vale of Glamorgan Council is celebrating the success of its apprenticeship scheme as one of its star recruits prepares to qualify.

Fears for the future of local transport services after Welsh Government funding cut - 30/01/2012

Fears have been voiced that local transport services in the Vale of Glamorgan may be cut after a drop in Welsh Government funding.

Countdown clock to mark six months to start of Eisteddfod  - 30/01/2012

The countdown is to begin towards the biggest week in Wales’ cultural calendar, which will this year be held in the Vale of Glamorgan.

The detention on January 24 in Holton Road, forms part of 11 carried out by South Wales Police in the town as the result of information provided by CCTV operators in the Vale of Glamorgan up to the week ending January 29.

Two people have been arrested in Holton Road, Barry, crime figures have revealed. - 27/01/2012

Police arrested one person on an outstanding warrant on January 17 and another person on the same day for breaching their bail conditions.

Holocaust Memorial exhibition preview - 27/01/2012

Members of the Vale of Glamorgan Council cabinet and other invited dignitaries assembled at Barry’s Art Central gallery for a preview of this year’s Holocaust Memorial exhibition, ‘Blue Line’.

Weight loss family continue to inspire - 27/01/2012

Losing weight can be pretty tough, so the healthy way that a family from Barry has achieved a huge and healthy weight loss over the past 18 months is an inspiration to anyone who is currently embarking on a New Year fitness drive.

Runner Rhys given Olympic torch honour - 26/01/2012

The LifeStyle Health & Fitness team at Penarth Leisure Centre would like to congratulate one of their regular customers Rhys Jenkins who has been chosen to carry the Olympic torch when the flame makes its way through the Vale of Glamorgan on Saturday 26 May.

Council's pledge on buying sustainable wood products - 26/01/2012

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has signed up to a scheme to stop the trade in illegally-logged and unsustainable timber.

Auditor General commends improved performance of Vale of Glamorgan Council - 25/01/2012

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has improved its performance in most key service areas, a report by the Auditor General for Wales has concluded.

First Welsh exhibition of work by two war and conflict artists - 25/01/2012

The ice-white walls of the Art Central gallery in Barry are being transformed into a testament to man’s cruelty against man, for the Blue Line exhibition, which marks Holocaust Memorial Day.

Badminton competition a smash-hit with Vale pupils - 23/01/2012

Teenagers in the Vale of Glamorgan served up a sizzling schools’ badminton tournament as they took their chance to compete in another Olympic sport thanks to the innovative 5x60 scheme.

New Friday Zumba class at Barry Leisure Centre - 23/01/2012

A further Zumba class has been added to the fitness programme at Barry Leisure Centre in response to the huge demand for the high energy Latin dance workouts.

Christmas trees recycled in the Vale of Glamorgan - 19/01/2012

The Vale of Glamorgan Council’s garden and food waste contractor, ‘Cowbridge Compost’ say they have received a bumper amount of real Christmas trees for recycling this year

Carbon management plan cuts thousands off energy bills - 19/01/2012

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has slashed thousands of pounds from its energy bills by introducing environmentally-friendly changes.

Council takes action on fly grazing horses - 19/01/2012

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has undertaken a large-scale operation to remove and rehome more than 60 horses which were abandoned on its land.

Karate club strikes it lucky with funding boost - 17/01/2012

Karate kids of all ages in the rural Vale of Glamorgan have struck it lucky after a local club was awarded a £1500 Community Chest grant.

34 calls to police by Vale CCTV operators - 16/01/2012

Vale of Glamorgan CCTV operators contacted the police on 34 occasions during the week ending 15 January.

Hard plastics can now be recycled at Vale household waste recycling centres - 16/01/2012

Hard plastics can now be recycled at Vale of Glamorgan Council household waste recycling centres.

This year will see the National Eisteddfod held in the Vale of Glamorgan. To mark this the local council has been presented with the historic ‘Italian Trophy’ which is now on show at the County Library, Barry.

A First Aid course for people involved in sports activities will be held at the Barry Community Enterprise Centre, next to Holm View Leisure Centre, on Sunday 11 March.

An exhibition by two war and conflict artists will open for the first time in Wales to mark Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD).

Annual report on effectiveness of social services in the Vale published - 13/01/2012

The Vale of Glamorgan Council’s director of social services, Phil Evans, has published his second annual report on the effectiveness of social care services in the Vale and plans for improvement.

The National Survey for Wales is an opportunity for people to give their opinion on a wide range of issues affecting them and their local area. Find out more about it.

A group of artists have been awarded £2,500 towards mounting an exhibition at this year’s Eisteddfod in the Vale of Glamorgan.

Three people have been arrested in Barry for a public order offence.

Councils’ shared audit service is first for Wales - 09/01/2012

Vale of Glamorgan and Bridgend County Borough councils have become the first local authorities in Wales to implement a shared internal audit service.

Community log cabin to provide all-weather activities - 06/01/2012

School and community groups using a country park will soon have a shelter during winter weather.

Library staff receive customer service NVQ awards - 06/01/2012

Staff at the Vale of Glamorgan Council's County Library in Barry have completed and achieved their NVQ Level 2 Customer Service Certificates.

A popular country park could become a local nature reserve, if residents support the idea. The Vale of Glamorgan Council is seeking the views of the community on the proposal to declare Cosmeston Lakes Country Park, Penarth, a local nature reserve (LNR).

Residents in the Vale of Glamorgan can have their discarded Christmas trees collected for free next week.

Two new fitness classes have started at Barry Leisure Centre to give customers extra fun ways of getting fit this New Year.

Man with forged bank notes arrested in Barry street - 04/01/2012

A man has been arrested in a Barry street for possessing forged bank notes.

Police in Barry are appealing for witnesses to come forward with information regarding a barbaric act of animal cruelty which took place overnight on New Year’s Eve.

Views sought on proposals for Castleland Renewal Area - 03/01/2012

Views are being sought on proposals to improve Upper Holton Road in Barry.

CCTV coverage leads to seven arrests in the Vale - 29/12/2011

Vale of Glamorgan CCTV operators contacted the police 38 times in the week ending 25 December, resulting in seven arrests and one person found who was wanted for questioning.

Road safety awards 2011 - 29/12/2011

The dedication of people who ensure the safety of children on the roads in the Vale of Glamorgan, has been recognised.

Staff at Croft Rescue Kennels in Bridgend were overwhelmed at the response to our Christmas appeal for treats, toys and blankets. Find out more and see the video.

Kerbside recycling service to collect cartons, aerosols and foil - 23/12/2011

Three extra products can now be recycled using the Vale of Glamorgan Council’s mixed recycling collection service.

£1,000 cheque for the LATCH charity marks retirement - 23/12/2011

A £1,000 donation will be winging its way to LATCH, the Welsh children’s cancer charity, to mark the retirement of Vale of Glamorgan mobile library driver, John Jones.

Make it your New Year’s resolution to recycle your e-waste - 23/12/2011

Residents in the Vale of Glamorgan are being encouraged to recycle their electronic waste as part of a New Year clear-out.

Dog owners asked to keep public spaces free of fouling - 22/12/2011

Dog walkers have been encouraged to clean up after their pets at an event in a Vale of Glamorgan park.