Press releases from January 2008
Genesis Project creates opportunities for a bright
future - 29/01/2008
The unique Genesis Project is continuing its success in helping
parents and individuals in the Vale of Glamorgan, including those
from ethnic minority groups, to move back into work.
Exercise Referral Scheme launched in the Vale -
29/01/2008
A national exercise referral scheme which aims to improve
health and physical activity levels has been officially launched in
the Vale of Glamorgan.
Cowbridge Youth Centre reaches new heights! -
29/01/2008
The Cowbridge Youth Centre has reached new heights with the
unveiling of its latest initiative, a new climbing boulder
wall.
First screening in Wales of 'I Have Never Forgotten
You' - 29/01/2008
The Barry Town Hall Exhibition Space is hosting the first
screening in Wales of a documentary film about a man who dedicated
himself to bringing Nazi war criminals to justice.
Young Vale footballers sign for Cardiff City
Academy - 29/01/2008
Two young Vale of Glamorgan footballers are taking their talents
in a new direction as they bid to make their mark in the game.
'5x60' initiative springs into 2008 with a
trampoline club - 25/01/2008
A new face at a Barry comprehensive school has sprung into
action to ensure pupils have the opportunity to improve their
fitness levels.
New youth room launched at Penarth Leisure Centre -
25/01/2008
An innovative new youth room has been officially opened at
Penarth Leisure Centre, giving local young people a space to call
their own.
Successful Alleygates scheme extended -
25/01/2008
Additional funds have been secured to allow a further extension
of the highly successful Alleygates initiative inl Barry.
New plans to keep older people independent -
25/01/2008
More people can look forward to staying in their own homes in
their old age thanks to a new type of facility called ‘extra
care’.
New Heritage Coast and Countryside
tourism brochure - 25/01/2008
A host of attractions for visitors and residents are featured in
the 2008 Glamorgan Heritage Coast and Countryside tourism
brochure.
Keep well, warm and safe this winter -
25/01/2008
The Vale of Glamorgan Council has organised a 'Winter Wellness'
morning to inform local residents aged 65 and over about the free
services which may be available to help keep them well, warm and
safe throughout the winter months.
Vale marks Holocaust Memorial Day -
23/01/2008
An exhibition to mark Holocaust Memorial 2008 will be held in
the Town Hall exhibition space in Barry, from 25 January to 9
February. Much of the exhibition material is being shown in public
for the first time.
Grant
boosts world-class Vale festival - 18/01/2008
An internationally renowned music festival has been boosted to
the tune of £10,000 thanks to the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
Warning over road-resurfacing service -
18/01/2008
Residents of Cog Road, Sully, are warned to be aware that
individuals who leaflet-dropped the area on Friday, 18 January,
advertising a road resurfacing service, are in no way connected to
the Vale of Glamorgan Council or the council's highway
contractor.
Bro Morgannwg's evening of dance to Disney -
18/01/2008
In front of capacity audience, pupils at Ysgol Bro Morgannwg
(Barry) staged a colourful and entertaining evening of dance to
Disney music.
Vale Mayor presents long service awards to Guiders
- 18/01/2008
Guiders from the area have been presented with a series of
awards at a special reception hosted by Vale of Glamorgan Mayor and
Mayoress Cllr Clive and Mrs Gwyneth Williams.
National recognition for Vale council departments -
18/01/2008
Two Vale of Glamorgan Council departments earned national
recognition after being shortlisted in the annual Association of
Public Service Excellence Awards.
Vale council consults on major planning policy
document - 17/01/2008
An important stage has been reached in the development of a
major Vale of Glamorgan Council planning policy document.
Businesses alerted to new 'prize' scam -
17/01/2008
Vale of Glamorgan Council trading standards officers are
alerting local businesses to a new scam.
Conservation
areas consultation - 17/01/2008
Residents and businesses in Rhoose, Porthkerry, Llantrithyd and
Llancadle are being invited to share their thoughts on the
conservation areas within the four villages.
Vale council tenants urged to 'have their say' -
11/01/2008
Helping ensure tenants become much more involved in the running
of its housing service is at the heart of a new Vale of Glamorgan
Council initiative.
Community Chest grants will help local clubs -
11/01/2008
Vale of Glamorgan-based community sports and activity clubs are
celebrating a special funding package of nearly £12,000.
Community projects set to boost Penarth's
renewal area initiative - 09/01/2008
A £1m programme of environmental and community projects is set
to provide a further boost to the major renewal area initiative
transforming central Penarth.
Art and craft exhibition at Cowbridge Old Hall -
09/01/2008
Throughout January, Old Hall at Cowbridge is the venue for an
exhibition of art and craft work.
Vale
schools support recycling initiatives - 07/01/2008
Local schools are once again throwing their weight behind two
recycling initiatives promoted by the Vale of Glamorgan
Council.
Sandbags for flood risk homes - 07/01/2008
The Vale Council has agreed to provide 1,000 sandbags to help
local residents protect properties in the event of possible
flooding.
Vale's School Crossing Patrol of the Year Awards -
07/01/2008
A woman, who uses two working roles with the Vale of Glamorgan
Council to promote the road safety message to youngsters, has won
the authority's School Crossing Patrol of the Year Award.
Fitness and training course for sports coaches -
07/01/2008
The Vale of Glamorgan District Sports Council, in conjunction
with the Vale Council’s sports development team, has organised a
SportsCoach UK fitness and training course.
Scheme to improve road safety outside Dinas Powys
school - 07/01/2008
Vale of Glamorgan Council planners have agreed a series of road
safety measures, including a 20mph speed restriction zone, near one
of the area's primary schools.
Moving closer to a Fairtrade Vale -
07/01/2008
The Vale is moving closer to achieving Fairtrade status.
Valuable input by residents into childcare
survey - 07/01/2008
Local residents have been thanked for their valuable input into
a survey undertaken by the Vale Council into current and future
childcare needs for the area.
Vale clubs offer wide range of sporting
opportunities - 07/01/2008
The wide range of sporting and activity opportunities offered by
clubs and groups across the area are being highlighted by the Vale
Council at the start of a new year.
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