Press releases from Feb 2008
Sign up for the LifeStyle Porthkerry Plod -
29/02/2008
A course incorporating fields, roads, woodland and coastal paths
will again be the challenge for runners taking part in the third
LifeStyle Porthkerry Plod on Sunday 27 April.
Lynda urges others to adopt a healthier life
style! - 29/02/2008
Thanks to regular sessions at Penarth Leisure Centre, Lynda
Graham has transformed her life and is hoping that she can inspire
others to follow her lead.
Vale Healthy Schools riding the crest of a wave -
29/02/2008
A Vale of Glamorgan scheme which is improving the health and
wellbeing of thousands of local schoolchildren has celebrated a
major milestone at its annual awards ceremony.
Clarification sought on Penarth post office
issues - 27/02/2008
The Vale of Glamorgan Council cabinet is calling on the Post
Office to clarify its position in relation to services in Penarth
town centre.
Barry site identified for Vale's first extra
care housing scheme - 27/02/2008
The Vale Council's cabinet has identified a site in the west end
of Barry to deliver an innovative project for the elderly.
Vale of Glamorgan: a Fairtrade county -
27/02/2008
The Vale of Glamorgan has been granted Fairtrade county status.
Fifteen catering outlets and more than 30 retail outlets now serve
and sell Fairtrade goods in the Vale.
Pupils wash germs out of their hands -
25/02/2008
A hand-washing fun day has been held at Evenlode Primary School
in Penarth to remind young pupils about the importance of
hygiene.
New dual-use studio at Penarth Leisure Centre -
25/02/2008
Penarth Leisure Centre now contains a delightful dual-use studio
to further enhance the facilities on offer to residents.
Improving access for disabled at Dinas Powys
hall - 25/02/2008
A local community council is to benefit from a CASH (Community
Action Self Help) handout by the Vale of Glamorgan Council
cabinet.
Tree planting at Plymouth Road, Penarth -
25/02/2008
Following a recent survey, the Vale of Glamorgan Council is
undertaking a range of tree works at Plymouth Road, Penarth.
Dyffryn Gardens gears up for a busy season -
21/02/2008
Celebrating Mother's Day (2 March), Dyffryn Gardens
(right) is offering free entry to mums.
Young rugby players unite to improve their
skills - 21/02/2008
Young players have been improving their rugby skills at a
special academy.
Free refresher course for Vale drivers -
21/02/2008
Another special training event for drivers is being promoted in
the Vale.
Primroses add a colourful welcome to Cowbridge -
21/02/2008
Over 2,000 wild primroses have been planted to add a splash of
colour to welcome visitors and residents to Cowbridge (below).
Vale Mayor's support for Coastwatch station -
21/02/2008
Vale Mayor Cllr Clive Williams has hosted a coffee morning in
support of the National Coastwatch Institution.
Free sports development planning course -
21/02/2008
Aimed at helping clubs to produce effective development plans,
the Vale Council is hosting a free three-hour sports development
course.
Opportunity for Vale residents to air
their views - 20/02/2008
Residents are being given another opportunity to air their views
on life in the Vale of Glamorgan at a series of State of the Area
debates.
Increasing satisfaction with Vale council
services - 18/02/2008
Increasing public satisfaction with services delivered by the
Vale of Glamorgan Council is revealed in a new survey.
Young footballers pick up skills for the top! -
18/02/2008
Penarth Town Football Club has teamed up with the Vale of
Glamorgan Council's Dragon Sport team to develop the game at grass
roots level.
Dodgeball success is about ducking and diving! -
18/02/2008
A group of Vale secondary school pupils have been ducking and
diving in pursuit of sporting success in a dodgeball
tournament.
Roadshow will encourage young people to vote -
18/02/2008
As part of a drive to raise awareness of the power of democracy
amongst young people, a roadshow will be touring Vale of Glamorgan
secondary schools and colleges.
Vale council tax still well below Welsh average -
18/02/2008
The Vale of Glamorgan Council cabinet has approved a council tax
rise of 4.5 per cent
Equalities document open to public consultation -
18/02/2008
An important stage has been reached in the development of a
major Vale of Glamorgan Council equalities document.
BBC Wales presenter hosts 'Vale Woman of the Year'
awards - 18/02/2008
Three people have been shortlisted in each of eight categories
for the first Vale Woman of the Year Awards.
Tennis club serves up a treat for young coaches -
13/02/2008
Promising junior tennis players in Penarth will soon be passing
on their skills to younger players after taking part in a special
Dragon Sport Organiser training course.
Outstanding features at Barry's Holton Primary
School - 13/02/2008
Barry's Holton Primary School has been praised by inspectors as
"outstanding" in the way in which it manages and cares for its 450
pupils.
Volunteers gain WRU Community Tag Rugby Award -
13/02/2008
Seven volunteers have successfully tackled a new course to help
boost rugby development opportunities in the Vale of Glamorgan.
School workshops support public art project -
13/02/2008
Pavements in Barry town centre will be the focus for pieces of
public art inspired by local schoolchildren.
Council briefed on military academy -
08/02/2008
Plans to create a defence training academy in St Athan
have been the subject of discussions between Ministry of Defence
officials and the Vale Council.
Council approve skateboard facility plan -
08/02/08
The Vale Council has answered an SOS by agreeing to site a small
skateboard facility in St Bride's Major.
Vale Pupils spread healthy eating message -
8/02/08
Pupils from schools across the Vale of Glamorgan added a healthy
sparkle to their Christmas cards at the end of last year as part of
an annual competition.
Bethan's winning project logo - 07/02/2008
Vale of Glamorgan youngster Bethan Lowrie has scooped the top
prize in a competition to design a logo for an environmental
initiative.
Vale council's free compost bins offer -
07/02/2008
The Vale of Glamorgan Council has agreed to offer free compost
bins to pensioners and those on benefits in the area.
First aid refresher course for leisure centre staff
- 07/02/2008
The Vale of Glamorgan Council has hosted a special first aid
course aimed at ensuring that its leisure centre staff have the
most up to date skills necessary to ensure the safety of
customers.
Primary school pupils really enjoy their
netball - 07/02/2008
Pupils from eight Vale of Glamorgan primary schools have enjoyed
another successful Dragon Sport Netball League.
'Glamorgan' goblets find fitting home -
07/02/2008
A set of stainless steel goblets, which were produced when the
old Glamorgan County Council went out of existence in 1974, have
been presented to the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
Girls to get a taste for tennis -
06/02/2008
Penarth Lawn Tennis Club is serving up a new scheme to boost the
popularity of the sport in the area.
New attraction at Blue Flag resort -
05/02/2008
Work has started on a new £250,000 leisure development for Barry
Island. Being undertaken by North Valley Leisure, the 'Smuggler's
Cove' attraction involves the refurbishment of the existing mini
golf course adjacent to the resort's tourist information
centre.
Vale's young soccer stars hit the goals trail -
05/02/2008
Vale of Glamorgan Football Academy teams have been bang on
target in their latest round of matches.
Refurbishment of Knap Gardens Shelter -
05/02/2008
Work has started on another major project at The Knap area in
Barry.
Llantwit Major Leisure Centre extends soft play
facilities - 04/02/2008
Children are guaranteed plenty of fun and enjoyment in an
extended soft play facility at the Llantwit Major Leisure
Centre.
Bro Morgannwg on track with athletics initiatives -
04/02/2008
A Vale of Glamorgan secondary school is leading the way in
offering indoor athletics opportunities for its pupils
Jordan hitting the target with Raith Rovers -
04/02/2008
A young Vale of Glamorgan footballer has caught the eye of
Wales' under-16s selectors.
New look for Barry Docks station unveiled -
01/02/2008
The newly refurbished Barry Docks rail station has been
officially opened.
Audit Office recognises Vale council's
continuing improvement - 01/02/2008
Vale of Glamorgan Council leader Margaret Alexander has welcomed
the Wales Audit Office annual review and inspection of the
authority with a “great deal of pride."
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