Bridgend & Porthcawl GEM - January 4, 2018

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The January CAN YOU MAKE A POPPY
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in your area
Astronomy Corner
MARS and Jupiter eastern horizon. The
rise in the early constellation was first
hours with Jupiter catalogued in the second
century by the Greek
considerably the
astronomer, Ptolemy, and
brighter of the two. was named after
They continue to Cassiopeia, the boastful
move closer together wife of King Cepheus of
until Mars passes south Ethiopia. Her arrogance
of Jupiter on January 7. led to her downfall as she
On January 1, Mercury claimed that both she and
reaches 22.66 degrees her daughter,
west of the Sun in the Andromeda, were more
eastern morning sky and beautiful than the sea
Bridgend Athletic RFC, 12 Ewenny Rd, the Jupiter-Mars nymphs called the
Bridgend, CF31 3HP grouping further out Nereids.
Bridgend Foot Clinic, 5 Nolton Street, from the Sun points the This angered the sea
Bridgend, CF31 1BX way to this difficult-to- god Poseidon who sent
Bridgend Masonic Lodge, Coychurch Road, see planet. The the sea monster Cetus to
Bridgend, CF31 2AP Quadrantid meteors were ravage their kingdom.
Bridgend Office Furniture, Tower House, due on the night of To pacify the monster,
Tower Close, Bridgend, CF31 3TH January 3, but the bright their daughter, Princess
Brynteg Comprehensive School,Ewenny Road, moon might have made Andromeda was left tied
Bridgend,CF31 3ER them hard to see. to a rock by the sea. She
Mrs Ann Harrison-Power, Channel View, Cassiopeia was rescued just before
Cwmberri, Coity, Bridgend, CF35 6BT Last month we looked being devoured: by
Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, at the winter Perseus who later
201 New Rd, Porthcawl, CF36 5BN constellation Orion married her.
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Rd, Porthcawl, CF36 5DG our south-eastern skies. bottom right of
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of our ‘Finding Wednesday, January10, Appeal seeing Director Craig The high tides listed in this week’s GEM are
Connections’ project, from 10.30am to 12 listeners from Thomas said: “With over those in Porthcawl. It should be remembered
run in conjunction with midday. To find out across the area 7co0l0le cttoeyds, wdoen’da teldik ea ntdo Then get in touch that along the coast, high tide times will vary.
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MAESTEG ROTARY’S Vulnerable children ‘not
CHRISTMAS VISIT forgotten at Christmas’
The Rotary
Club of
Maesteg made
its Christmas
visit to the
local hospital
to give gifts
to the
patients.
The photo
shows
president
Talfyn
Harries and
past president
Gwynfor
Phillips with
Sister Helen
Bridgman.
Sker WI’s ‘special P R E S E N T S over to the Calan DVS
donated by an support group and were ABOVE:
online group of dispatched to families Bridgend Netmums handing over the
sadness’ at death of Bridgend mothers across the borough in Christmas gifts to police community
time for the big day. support officers.
helped to bring a
PCSO Spanswick
smile to the faces of said: “Unfortunately, People cut off
founder member Nina children who are there are many families
caught up in a life of who are profoundly
domestic abuse at affected by domestic at Temple Bay
SO, as I write, the most successful Porthcawl. Our tree was to enjoy a fish-and-chip Christmas. violence, many having
Christmas Christmas fairs ever. beautifully bedecked supper. Fabulous Bridgend Netmums been driven away from
2017 has gone The crisp winter with handmade orna- entertainment was had been busy collecting their homes this ON December 28, the Llantwit Major
with the flick of a svuisnitsohrisn ei n theira tdtrraocvteesd. mdoennattse d cbrye atmede mbaenrsd, panrodv hidise dg ubiyta rR. iRc iMc saosoonn guipf ts tion thCe hwriesetkmsa lse adainngd Ch“riIstt miass . a thoughtful Creopaosrttgsu oafr dp etoepamle cwuats o pffa gine dT teom ipnlvee Bstaigya.te
reindeer’s tail and a People made the most of and was a credit to the had everyone up on the teamed up with local gesture from this kind A spokesman explained: “The team split into two
swirl of sparkling the crafts and cakes on part we are playing in floor dancing to his Bridgend police group of women which search teams and with Porthcawl lifeboat began to
snow and a shiny offer as well as the the local community. repertoire of popular community support will go a long way to search for any persons in difficulty.
new 2018 is peeping tombola and raffles. In December, songs. officers to ensure the help families at this “The original casualties had made their own way
out at us from Margaret Scanlon and members enjoyed a visit The topic for the last presents went to those in important time of year, safely off the beach and the team gave safety advice
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for Sker WI was, in crowds that president Sycamore Tree in Marian Millis, in second
many ways, the same as Nora Williams remarked Colwinston. This was place was Greta Owen Shampan
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sadness for those we Sker WI took part in meeting for 2017 took winner for 2017 was
have loved and lost. the annual Christmas place on December 14, Greta Owen.
The season started tree festival held at All when 48 members and Among all the fun and
with what became one of Saints’ Church, one visitor got together Cbuhsrtilset,m waes alshou stotloek tiamnde Award winning Indian sub continental cuisine
out to remember those Restaurant & Takeaway
members that we have
lost this year. A special EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
sadness was felt at the
loss of Nina
Charlesworth at the end 4 COURSE MEAL
of November. Nina was
a founder member of Only £9.50pp
Sker WI and a former
committee member and
president. Mon -Thurs 5.30-7pm
A popular and active
member of Sker WI for
many years, she will be
sadly missed by her
family and friends. A
collection taken from
The Porthcawl Christmas swim drew another bumper members attending the
crowd - see more pictures on pages 4, 5, 7 and 25. last meeting raised £90
to be presented to the
Parkinson’s Society in
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ANOTHER RECORD-BREAKING
CHRISTMAS SWIM AT PORTHCAWL
The 53rd Porthcawl
Christmas Morning PHOTOGRAPHS
Swim brought the
highest number of by GLYN EVANS
swimmers yet, with
1,200 registered
swimmers. OTHER PICTURES FROM THIS
The day was chilly EVENT ARE AVAILABLE.
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A spokesperson for the
organisers said: “With event with many collections and
the tide only just on its generations of the same swimmers sponsorship
way out, there wasn’t too family taking to the sea. will help us to make
far to walk or run down “Many followed the some generous donations
the beach to the sea for organisers theme and in the New Year. Our
the Christmas morning dressed as Father main beneficiary this
dip at Sandy Bay, Christmas in memory of year is Macmillan
Porthcawl. one of our founder Cancer Support and we
“The swimmers were members and original will also help many other
supported and cheered on ‘Swim Father Christmas’ local charities and
by approximately 2,500 Jack Bridge, who died in organisations.
spectators. 2017 “As a small committee
“At 11:45am, the “The atmosphere all we are delighted at the
Mayor of Porthcawl, Cllr around the swimmers is way we have been
Lorrie Desmond- very special and hard to supported once again this
Williams and Porthcawl explain. I look forward year. I would like to
Coastguards signalled each year to meeting old thank all swimmers and
the start of the parade and friends, many who I only spectators.
cleared a path through see perhaps at the swim “However, as with so
the spectators down the and we exchange many events, the swim
beach for the swimmers. Christmas greeting, some wouldn’t be possible
“Many were in fancy times up to our waist in without the support of
dress as they walked the sea!” our volunteers, sponsors
through the spectators Swim chairman, Dave and fellow ‘Buckaneers’.
from the Hi-Tide Inn to King commented: “Once In particular, our thanks
the sea. Spectators again we have been go to our 2 main
cheered and gave their grateful to all who sponsors, Porthcawl Surf
full support to all those supported our swim and School, which sponsored
taking part.” the number of people the mugs that every
The spokesperson who turned up was swimmer is presented
continued: “We were fantastic. with on the morning, and
delighted with the “Collections are made Swim Co, the website
fantastic turn out. The during the swim and we sponsor.”
swim is a great family hope the bucket SS
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Come on in, the water’s lovely!
!
PHOTOGRAPHS
by GLYN EVANS
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Ospreys players brought pre-
Christmas cheer to children’s wards
OSPREYS players know it is important to
spread a little the team to be able to
Christmas cheer give something back
today.
when they visited “We’re all hugely
the children’s ward proud to be at the heart of
of Princess of Wales the community and
Hospital in initiatives like this show
Bridgend. how seriously the players
take this responsibility.”
The surprise visit put a Eirlys Thomas, head
smile on the faces on of nursing, neonatal and
youngsters who will be children’s services,
spending the festive added: “We are so
season on the ward. grateful to the Ospreys
Ten players attended for calling in to see us
in total, spending time here at Bridgend.
with the children, Nobody wants to be in
handing out Ospreys hospital around
goodies, signed posters Carmen Lynch (centre) with (from right) Bradley Davies, Christmas, so getting a
and taking selfies with Gareth Thomas and Scott Baldwin from the Ospreys. chance to meet the
the young supporters. players gives our young
Rhys Webb was at the know and love. a year. We really hope rigorous training patients a real boost.
Bridgend hospital and “A big thank you must that we’ve managed to schedule, our players are “The team’s annual
said: “Christmas is a time also go to the staff at the cheer the children up a also committed to visit means so much to
for tradition, and it has hospital who gave us a bit and with any luck supporting our local the children, their
become an Ospreys very warm welcome they will make a speedy community. families and our staff.”
tradition to visit the today. The team here at recovery and be home in “Volunteering our The visit was a co-
children’s wards in the Princess of Wales time for Christmas Day.” time is our way of production with
weeks leading up to Hospital has been very Head coach Steve showing gratitude for the construction company
Christmas; one the welcoming and they do Tandy said: “As well as support that we get from Morganstone.
players have come to an amazing job 365 days participating in a the entire region and I AS
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We will not be beaten on any written to Jenson
quotation for the Barry area.
Evans
THE family of the
8-year-old boy who
died in a road
traffic collision on
December 28 have
paid tribute to
their ‘beautiful
cheeky chap’.
Jenson Evans died
when a car collided with
a tree at about 5.45pm Jenson Evans.
• All sizes available on Thursday, December younger brother and
28 on an unnamed road
• Delivered & Collected MINI known locally as the parents have been
• Waste Collection Service Smilog Forestry road. released from hospital
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• Labour hire to load your skip MIDI Pontyclun towards Coed this time.
• Grab hire & Plant hire Ely. Police would like to
His family said: “Our speak to any person who
• 95% of our waste is recycled beautiful cheeky chap witnessed the collision
• Domestic & Commercial MAXI Jenson, so sweet, loving or who stopped to
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arranged scoticus, in its summer fur (they turn white in winter) in a recreation of describe our love for seen the blue Seat Altea
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Barry CF63 3RF. Tel: [phone] Burns Supper in Porthcawl ufrsoumal lpyl acyoivnegr efodo itnb amllu,d dtheeta riolsa,d o ar tw ahroou tnrdav tehlaletd
Email: [email protected] you were football mad. time.
“We will miss those Anyone with
Waste Carrier Number AFTER a Christmas dealing with Santa when all proceeds of the raffle will go to the night-time cwtches and information is asked to
CB/LE5004GH in the grotto at the Porthcawl Museum Porthcawl Museum. your kiss before bed. An contact the South Wales
and providing the folk of Porthcawl in You do not have to be a Scottish person to attend, amazing son, brother, Police Roads Policing
it’s a fun event for all with a meal including haggis, grandson and great Unit on 101 or
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glamorgan-gem.co.uk Day ’fun run’. Tickets (£25 per person) are available from Lion will miss you forever.” 555 111 quoting
The Lions are organising Burns’ Night members or Aileen on 01636 784489. Jenson was in the car Occurrence
celebrations on Friday, January 26 at the Hi Tide DR with his family and his 1700504610.
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More photographic memories of this year’s
Christmas morning swim in Porthcawl
PHOTOGRAPHS by
ANDY WICKS
Telephone [phone]
THERE’s a regular Christmas morning
rhythm to Porthcawl these days, as people
make their way to Coney Beach.
The Hi-Tide Inn is busy well before the
swimmers head for the water at 11.45am, with
some looking for a bit of Dutch courage, while
others just enjoy the atmosphere as people
come to register for the swim and then get
changed.
This year, it’s probably fair to say that fancy
dress costumes were in the majority, but there
were still plenty of hardy souls heading for the
winter waters in summer swimming costumes!
MP looks back on a harrowing and uncertain year
ISTARTEDand ended this exhausting long that vote would keep us there. Outside on of how they live with the constant threat of war.
WESTMINSTER
year in Washington. It was only in Westminster Bridge a car made its murderous way In reviewing the year, two words keep coming
January 2017 that the inauguration along the pavement as its driver destroyed the lives NOTEBOOK up. Two words I heard a lot in Westminster and in
of President Trump took place. of Mpeodmesetrnitaonuss aenvde nat sb rtaavkee ppolaliccee toufrfniicnegr. your Bridgend MP Wpoalisthiciniagntos nf rionm D aeccreomssb eNrA wThOe raen Id m itest pwaritthner
TruI mwpa,t chhise dw firfoe man tdh es oCna wnaadlkiaend Edmowbans tshye a Msall waso urlsdu aulp, seixdcee dpot wthna ta ‘nuds uthael’ nheaxst cdhaayn gite’sd bfuosr ienveessr. MADELEINE nations: social media and exhaustion.
wwiatsh ofdewd, pite foepltl ea sin t hthoeu gvhie twhein cgi tsyt awndass .e Wmapsthyi nasg ttohne Tcahme en etox tl idsateyn, tthoe T Chhearemsba eMr waya sg ifvuell aonf aMccPosu wnth oof MOON maTnhage en aenedd froegr ualna tien -sdoecpiathl maneadliyas iiss oclfe haor.w T owoe
streets were almost deserted. the attack and its aftermath. reports from many people think opinions expressed on social
The following day, millions of women wearing The people who died on the bridge were of media have the same value as facts.
knitted pink hats arrived and the city woke up. many nationalities, including British, Romanian, Westminster. Too much evidence has emerged of political
Presidential speeches and tweets prepared us for a Australian, South Korean, Chinese and French. interference in the democratic processes of the
bumpy ride for the world. Berlin flooded the Brandenburg Gate with the Morgan came as a shock to everyone, no matter West by those who want to undermine our way of
No one was expecting a bumpy ride on March image of a Union Jack in solidarity and it felt as what their party politics might be. A good and life.
22. I was chairing a delegated legislation though there was a coming together against decent man who loved and worked for his country, Too much hatred, fear and prejudice has been
committee when the division bell rang. I terrorism. gone far too soon. allowed, and even encouraged, to spread
announced the suspension of the committee so that Unity didn’t last. Twenty-six days later, a snap Then came the dreadful slaughter of children unchecked. Many people are exhausted by the
we could vote. A quick conversation between the General Election was announced. Council elections and their parents at a concert in Manchester and search for truth, common values, hope and
Minister and the opposition front bench were still to be concluded before the General could later the London Bridge attack and the country was prosperity which seem so elusive.
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Commons Chamber to vote. We had no idea how into one, but events stand out. The death of Rhodri The election result was still a shock to of British Parliamentary history.
The rolls of parchment in the archives play out
Bridgend Bridge Club everyone –a hung Parliament. The deal with the
DUP and the battles over Brexit were ahead of us the legislation required for the dissolution of the
when a fire consumed a block of flats in monasteries, the Civil War, the loss of colonies in
– December results Kensington. America, the development of canals, roads and
As the numbers and nationalities of those who railways.
THEresults for recent events at Bridgend Irene Wickham. died rose, the country was in mourning again. The The fighting of many wars, opening the vote to
Bridge Club are as follows. Regular club nights take place on Wednesday and attack on worshippers leaving the Finsbury Park all men and women, education to all children and
Wednesday, December 20: First, Graham Norris Friday evenings at Nolton church hall. Play is mosque brought in more emails to my office the development of the NHS are on the shelves in
and Dave Lea; second, Linda Jenkins and Bill scheduled to start at 7pm, to enable a prompt start it asking where the country was going. the archives. The Rolls tell the turbulent history of
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Stuart Davies; second, Eileen Mahoney and Jeff members are always welcome. counter abuse between Trump and Kim Jong Un – personal and press freedom.
Barnett; third, John Evans and David Newman. Lessons for beginners are being run by Steve a battle that could bring annihilation not only to Conflicts, tensions and divisions of opinion are
The winners on handicap were Glyn Williams and Burgoyne. the people on the Korean peninsula. part of our history and will continue into 2018. But
Stuart Davies. For further information about club activities, Standing on the border between North and so too has been the drive to accept difference,
Friday, December 22: First, Glyn Williams and contact Steve Burgoyne on 01656 661968, John South Korea and feeling the tension between the diversity, human rights, religious tolerance and
Irene Wickham; second, John and Dave Lea; third, Evans on 01656 880372 or David Newman on 01656 military personnel based there is unnerving. kindness.
Colin and Hazel Heard 649138. Talking to nurses and medical staff, while in In troubled times these are the causes that keep
The winners on handicap were Glyn Williams and hospital in Seoul with double pneumonia, I heard us going.
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Town’s top
window displays
are praised
Pencoed College apprentices are
supporting Velindre.
Porthcawl Butchers
BRIDGEND COLLEGE STUDENTS
FUNDRAISING FOR VELINDRE
STUDENTS from Bridgend Campus to the main Bridgend Campus in involved in this fundraising event.”
College have decided to support the town centre of Bridgend. Andrew Morris, head of fundraising at
Velindre Hospital, and have The chief executive and principal of Velindre, said: “We were delighted when
organised a series of fundraising Bridgend College, Simon Pirotte, said “We we heard that the students would be
events designed to raise funds for ahraev ee xgtorneme aeblyo vper oaundd boef yoounrd lfeoarr ntheirss gwrehaot supporting Velindre, and their innovative
Wales’ premier Cancer Centre. charity. The initiative and enthusiasm ideas have really helped boost their
The students have already been busy shown by our learners demonstrates all the fundraising – it’s great that they are
using their skills to make and sell fantastic things happening at Bridgend prepared to take time to support others, The Beach
Christmas trees built from pallets. In early College. especially at this time of year when it can Locker.
December their fundraising continued “I would like to take this opportunity to be a very difficult period for families
when the students walked from Pencoed thank every single person who was dealing with cancer.”
AM visits NSPCC Lynda’s 20 years
at Evergreen
Hall celebrated
At the Y Centre.
Traveland.
Huw Irranca-Davies with head of policy
and public affairs at NSPCC Wales,
Vivienne Laing.
W E L S H for victims of child
Government sexual abuse and the
Minister for ‘Turn the Page’ service,
Children and Social which attempts to
address peer-on-peer
Care, Huw Irranca-
child sexual abuse by
Davies, visited the working with children
NSPCC’s Cardiff who are exhibiting
service centre in harmful sexual
December 2017 to behaviour.
learn about the Speaking about the Guttridges.
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CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVALS YOUR CHILD CAN WIN A
SCHOLARSHIP TO AN AMAZING
ADDED TO FESTIVE CHEER
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL
PROSPECTIVE pupils and engaged with the school’s pioneering
parents in the area can now co-curriculum this term, inspired by
apply for a scholarship to the world-renowned International
Baccalaureate, incorporating four
study at one of the most distinct ‘learning pathways’ of
prestigious independent schools in business and law, education and
Wales. humanities, natural sciences, and the
Kings Monkton School in Cardiff, creative arts. The curriculum is
which has been providing a first-class designed to thoroughly prepare
education for more than 150 years, is students for university and careers in a
one of the top schools in Wales, and variety of fields, and this year saw
has been declared ‘exceptional’ by graduate Karan Mann progress to
Estyn, an independent education study medicine at Keele University
governing body. with straight A*s and A grades.
The school opened its state-of-the- Dan Harding, another Kings
art sixth form facility earlier this year, Monkton graduate, is supporting local
with its first cohort of sixth form communities in Cambodia with a
pupils experiencing immense A-Level charity before commencing study of
success in the summer. economics at university next year.
The school’s results were far higher Education goes beyond the
than the national average, and 88 per classroom at Kings Monkton School.
cent of its pupils achieved a pass rate This year, Kings Monkton was the
of A* to B. first school in Wales to loan a rare
There are multiple scholarships collection of moon rocks and
available at Kings Monkton, each meteorites for an interactive workshop
covering up to 50 per cent of a pupil’s in one of its science labs. The school
The Christmas Tree Festival at St Mary’s Church, Nolton. SWIMMING WITH faet etsh efo src thhoeo el.n tirety of their education has also built a professional kitchen,
introducing extra-curricular cooking
CHRISTMAS tree festivals Church, Nolton, raising around £2,400 DEMENTIA pupSiclsh osltaarrstihnigp sy aeraer -a3v, a6i,l a1b0l eo fro yrear-12 classes and a food technology
added another seasonal touch for the Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital in September 2018, and will be qualification for its pupils. Kings
to many churches throughout Charity. DEMENTIA-friendly swimming awarded to pupils who demonstrate Monkton engages with a variety of
south Wales during Advent. saiTdh: e “RTehvee ren1d1 thC anCohnr iMstimkea sK oTmreoer sessions will launch at Bridgend Life ewxictheipnt iao nsaple cciafpica beidliuticeast ioorn taall feinetlsd. cthoims ymeuanr iittys opuutprielasc phr opdrougcreadm ames, and
The festivals, which have been Festival at Nolton Church brought Centre from January 10. For those in key stage 2 and 3, selection of artwork and Christmas
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Llandaff Diocese from Bridgend to December 9, featuring the Bridgend The sessions will take place on Wednesdays The scholarship exams will take We are passionate about providing a
Penarth and from Llantrisant to Big Band and other artists. from 2pm to 3pm, followed by the chance to meet place on Saturday, January 27, at the world-class educational experience for
Cwmparc. “The benefitting charity this year up over complimentary refreshments afterwards. school. Applications are to be made pupils of all abilities at Kings
In Bridgend, the parish of Coity, was the Noah’s Ark Children’s There are accessible facilities and assistance through the school’s main office, and Monkton. Lessons here are insightful,
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‘Major Trauma CHALLENGE WALES
THANKS VOLUNTEERS
Network’ consultation
will be ending soon
PEOPLE are being reminded that the available for the public to review at a series of local
deadline to have their say on the public meetings across the region. The times and
venues for these events are being publicised locally
proposals to develop a major trauma through the region’s health board websites.
network for south Wales, which includes As part of the consultation period, members of
south and west Wales and south Powys, the public in the region are invited to submit their
comments and opinions on the proposals.
approaches.
The detailed proposals are contained in the public
The consultation period, which will run for 12 consultation document ‘A Major Trauma Network
weeks, will close at 9am on February 5. During the for south and west Wales and south Powys’ which
consultation period, the proposals are being made will be widely available across the region and
available to anyone who requests a copy.
More information and the proposals for
developing a major trauma network for the region
can be downloaded from
www.publichealthwales.org/majortraumaconsultati
on, where there is also the opportunity to respond on
the proposals. Some of the Challenge Wales volunteers LOCAL charity Wales but knowing that
Wills, Lasting Powers of reqPuaepsetr copies of the full document are availabfrleo mon: celebrating a successful 2017. Cthhaanlkleendg e Walietss tchreew ebdo bayt yowuansg pbeeoipnlge
Attorney, Probate and Estate [email protected]. Could you volunteers for their who had faced
GEM readers are invited to send their bereavement, personal
Disputes & Administration thoughts on these proposals to the newspaper. continued support setbacks, life-threatening
Please include full contact details and send to love a pair at a festive illness and other
WE ARE A LOCAL, WELL [email protected]. volunteers’ evening disadvantages made the
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Alfie and Daisy. moments with volunteers including those shore-
and guests. side and behind the
In particular, visiting scenes who help with
14 countries during the fundraising and raising
summer was an epic awareness of the charity.
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came into the Rehoming Bridgend due to their and come and get fit with us in 2018.
Centre after their owner owner’s ill health.
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care for them. They both enjoy their walks
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their walks and then companions in quiet January at 7.30pm.
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