More than 250 people will receive potentially life-saving heart screenings this weekend as North Cardiff Medical Centre becomes the first GP practice in Wales to partner with Calon Hearts to host a large-scale community heart screening programme within a GP […]
A very busy work party. 5 days, record volunteer numbers (again), multiple different activities. Apologies if this report is a little longer than normal. “June was the second successive work party with two days of preparation before the main work […]
Despite the cool and damp weather last weekend, garden lovers still ventured out to see the beautiful gardens open in Powys, with nearly 800 visitors raising about £9,000 for the many health-related charities supported by the NGS. I visited The […]
Staff working for a multinational DIY, home improvement and garden centre business in South Wales have adopted their employer’s slogan, “You can do it, when you B&Q it”, to develop their skills and careers. In the past two years, 32 […]
Welsh poets’ use of the language of love and intimacy to describe their relationships with powerful patrons is being explored as part of research at Aberystwyth University. The research project is looking at medieval Welsh praise poetry in which court […]
A South Wales baby bank supporting families facing financial hardship has received vital funding from Cash for Kids to help provide essential equipment for babies across the region. Cwtch Baby Bank has been awarded an Impact Grant from Cash for […]
Everyone at Calon Hearts sends their very best wishes to Danish international footballer Christian Eriksen following reports that he collapsed during Denmark’s friendly match against Ukraine on Sunday. While the circumstances surrounding Sunday’s incident are still being assessed, it serves […]
Two of the youngest members of St John Ambulance Cymru’s Carmarthen Division recently put the first aid skills they learned with the charity to work when their grandad was injured at home. Menna and Bronwen were being looked after by […]
A ScoutsCymru fundraiser has been recognised on the national stage after winning the Newcomer of the Year award at the National Fundraising Awards 2026 last night (4 June 2026). Shanty, Fundraising Officer at ScoutsCymru, received the award during a ceremony […]
A handcrafted wooden steam train installation and a new heritage exhibition were officially presented at Criccieth railway station on Thursday 4 June, as local community groups and residents came together to celebrate Community Rail Week. The event, organised by the […]
It is hoped the findings will improve support for those experiencing hardship The voices of people who experienced the stigma surrounding poverty have been key to a new set of recommendations and solutions aimed at improving support. The Wales Centre […]
On Sunday, 31st May, Twr y Felin Hotel welcomed loyal guests, artists, partners, local supporters and friends of the hotel to a special summer garden party marking ten years since the hotel first opened its doors. Although the hotel’s official […]
