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From the Vale to Texas - How the Youth Service Secured a Transformational Trip for Young People - 09/03/2026

Twelve young people from the Vale of Glamorgan will be shortly boarding a plane to Texas for a three-week international exchange. Many of them will be travelling abroad for the very first time.

Farewell Celebration for Helen Picton - 09/03/2026

After more than 40 years of dedicated public service and an outstanding contribution to the Public Protection profession, Helen Picton will be retiring at the end of this month.

Welsh in the Vale March 2026 - 09/03/2026

There are lots of opportunities this spring to learn, use and celebrate Welsh across the Council – whether you're fluent, learning, or just interested in using a little more Welsh at work.

Barry to Host Free Apprenticeship and Careers Fair - 09/03/2026

The event will take place on Wednesday 11th March 2026, from 10:00am to 2:00pm, at the Memo Arts Centre on Gladstone Road in Barry.

Weekly Round Up with Lance 06 March 2026 - 06/03/2026

I've taken over for this week's message and I would like to celebrate our adult social care services who make such a difference in the lives of our residents every single day.

Senior Librarian Melanie Weeks Retires - 02/03/2026

Last week marked the retirement of Melanie Weeks, a Senior Librarian at Cowbridge and Llantwit Major Libraries, and we are proud to celebrate her exceptional contribution to the Vale of Glamorgan Library Service and the communities it serves.

Celebrating play across the Vale at Porthkerry Park event - 02/03/2026

Partners, families and play professionals from across the Vale of Glamorgan are being invited to come together to celebrate the vital role of play in children and young people's lives.

New Project Management Network Launching - 02/03/2026

We're pleased to announce the launch of the Council's new Project Management Network — a space designed to strengthen consistent project delivery, build officer capability, and support cross-directorate collaboration.

International Womens Day 2026 - 02/03/2026

Sunday 8th of March 2026 marks International Women's Day (IWD) – and for over a century, IWD has provided an important opportunity for groups worldwide advocating for gender equality.