Press releases from May 2008
Dragon Sport youngsters greet Ryder Cup -
29/05/2008
A group of local youngsters have been lucky enough to get their
hands on the prestigious Ryder Cup.
Surgery as part of review of five conservation
areas - 29/05/2008
As part of a review of conservation areas, a special surgery has
been arranged.
Vale council to clamp down on illegal car
sales - 28/05/2008
The Vale Council, working in partnership with South Wales Police
and Dragon Rescue, are set to clamp down on illegal car sales in
the Vale.
New disability sport opportunities -
23/05/2008
The Vale Council is delighted to announce new opportunities for
people with disabilities to take part in athletics, dance and
cycling.
Planned refurbishment works at Cowbridge
Viaduct - 23/05/2008
The council is intending to start work this summer on the first
phase of a major refurbishment of Cowbridge Viaduct on the A48.
Ladies' Group treated to tour and tea -
23/05/2008
The Ladies' Group from St Mary's Church in Barry recently
visited the Town Hall in Barry to enjoy a guided tour and tea.
New Cabinet for
Council - 22/05/2008
The Vale of Glamorgan Council’s Annual Meeting on 21 May 2008
saw the announcement of the council’s new Cabinet.
Retiring Vale Mayor presents cheques to chosen
charities - 22/05/2008
Following fundraising efforts in his year of office, retiring
Vale of Glamorgan Mayor Cllr Clive Williams has presented cheques
to three local charities.
Celebrating National Childcare Week -
22/05/2008
To celebrate National Childcare Week (2 – 9 June), the council's
Children and Young People’s Information Service (CYPIS) is coming
to a venue near you!
"Great team" complete tough outreach course -
22/05/2008
Adventure, exercise and education have been the ingredients of a
successful initiative undertaken by a group of young men attached
to the Youth Offending Service.
Carers' Day at Dyffryn Gardens - 22/05/2008
To mark Carers' Week 2008, a special event is being held at
Dyffryn Gardens on 10 June for people who support a family member
of friend with an illness or disability.
Hockey festival is a big hit with youngsters -
19/05/2008
Eight Vale of Glamorgan primary schools have enjoyed an annual
mini hockey festival.
Vale Council support Noise Action Week -
19/05/2008
Reducing neighbour noise will be the focus for the Vale Council
during Noise Action Week (19-23 May).
Council housing team move - 19/05/2008
Residents are advised that from Tuesday 27 May, the council's
public sector housing team is moving from 2-8 Holton Road to the
Civic Offices, also on Holton Road, Barry.
Horticultural weekend at Dyffryn Gardens -
19/05/2008
There's definitely a growing interest in an annual event being
held at Dyffryn Gardens over the Bank Holiday weekend (24-26
May).
Coaching theme to series of workshops -
19/05/2008
Three upcoming courses will help and support current sports
coaches.
Pupils committed to environment -
15/05/2008
An environmental project has been unveiled at a Barry
school.
'Chest' holds the key to improving sporting
opportunities - 15/05/2008
Fourteen Vale-based clubs and organisations are benefiting from
a special funding package.
Young tennis stars set a high standard - 13/05/2008
Three Vale primary schools have progressed through to the South
Wales regional finals of a national mini tennis competition.
'School of the Year' cup for Erw'r Delyn
gymnasts - 13/05/2008
A team of gymnasts from a Penarth school is celebrating an
impressive haul of 11 awards at Welsh national championships.
Regulations on reporting workplace accidents -
13/05/2008
Local businesses are being reminded of their legal
responsibilities relating to the reporting of workplace
accidents.
Free country dance taster session -
13/05/2008
"Country Dancing to Traditional Music" has been added to the
list of music and dance activities promoted by the Vale of
Glamorgan Council adult and community learning service.
Pictures chosen for 'twin towns' souvenir
booklet - 13/05/2008
Three pictures of scenes in and around Barry Island have been
selected by the public for a 'twin towns' souvenir booklet.
Awards for Vale's sporting personalities -
09/05/2008
An annual awards ceremony has again recognised and rewarded
talented sportsmen and women from across the Vale of Glamorgan.
Grant boost to green waste recycling service -
09/05/2008
A company handling green waste for the Vale of Glamorgan Council
has been boosted by a grant from the Welsh Assembly Government.
Youngsters enjoy a fantasy netball festival! -
07/05/2008
Twenty-seven teams from Cardiff and the Vale entered the Primary
School Fantasy Netball Festival 2008
Surgery as part of conservation areas review -
07/05/2008
As part of a review of the conservation areas of Llancadle,
Llantrithyd, Porthkerry and Rhoose, a special surgery has been
arranged by the Vale Council.
Enthusiastic group enjoy visit to the zoo -
07/05/2008
Hundreds of parents and carers of babies have benefited from a
Vale of Glamorgan based fun workshops programme.
Students celebrate successes - 07/05/2008
Certificates have been presented to students who have attended
courses run by the Vale of Glamorgan Council's community learning
service.
Major investment works delayed - 07/05/2008
Dwr Cymru Welsh Water is assuring customers that the planned
investment work to help alleviate potential incidents of flooding
in the Barry area is still on track.
Sign up now for football courses -
07/05/2008
Two new fun football initiatives - a six-week coaching
centre (14 May-25 June) and half term courses (27-30 May) -
have been organised.
Hello flower!
- 07/05/2008
National Compost Awareness Week, 4 to 10 May, is the perfect
opportunity for smiling sunflowers Cameron and Chloe to help launch
a new schools art and recycling project!
Karate club trio's medal-winning performances -
07/05/2008
A Vale karate club's new section for youngsters with
disabilities and special needs has enjoyed further success on the
competition scene.
'Older and Bolder' at Art Central -
07/05/2008
Celebrating the achievements of older learners, a special
exhibition is being staged at the Art Central (Town Hall, Barry)
from 9 May to 9 June.
Public can help develop partnership plan -
07/05/2008
Public consultation is being viewed as a key element in the
development of a plan focusing on the delivery of services for
children and young people in the Vale.
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