The founder of one of the UK’s largest background screening companies will take to the stage this November to share the lessons she’s learnt from building a business from scratch into a multi-million-pound company. Rachel Bedgood, who founded Complete Background Screening (CBS) in 2005, has been announced as one of the guest speakers at the…
Stephen Pincott is celebrating 30 years with Stagecoach, having joinedRhondda Buses in 1996 and spent 23 years as a bus driver before movinginto Marketing and Commercial roles.His career has been about more than buses, with Stephen taking part innumerous charity challenges and community events, supported byStagecoach.Three decades on, Stephen continues to play a key role…
We kick off our 50th pre-season campaign with a very tough start against Championship opposition in Glynneath Rfc The two clubs bridging on a new relationship that’s been brewing for some time. For 80 mins we will become rivals, but rest assured the friendship will continue post game. That’s where we need your help, we…
Aberdare Cricket Club is proud to unveil a brand-new senior team kit, thanks to receiving £2,000 in funding from local energy company, Pennant Walters. The funding has enabled the club’s senior side to take to the field in a fully updated playing strip, providing a welcome boost for players as they prepare for the upcoming…
Hot Jam Music CIC, based in the South Wales valleys are delighted to announce the premiere of two original music videos, showcasing songs written and performed by local armed forces veterans. Veterans from Valley Veterans in Ton Pentre and Taf Ely Veterans group in Rhydfelin worked with Andy Mulligan and Sylvia Strand over the period of…
In the lead up to the National Eisteddfod, Wales & West Utilities is strengthening its commitment to supporting and using the Welsh language with the introduction of a new Welsh Language Development Plan. The gas emergency and pipeline service company has also taken the opportunity to refresh its existing Welsh Language Scheme. Developed in collaboration…
A range of 10 craft ciders from across the UK will be available at Yr Ieuan Ap Iago in Aberdare duringits 10-day festival. The Wetherspoon pub in High Street will host the craft cider festival from Friday 31 July to Sunday 9August inclusive. The craft ciders, which will include traditional apple ciders, perries and flavoured…
Persimmon Homes East Wales has appointed its new Construction Director.Craig Derrick will take on responsibility for overseeing the safe, on-time, and quality delivery of all the accredited five-star housebuilder’s developments, while supporting site teams and supply chain with continuous improvement and mentorship. Craig has returned to Persimmon – he was previously a contracts manager for…
Pontypridd has been shortlisted as one of the United Kingdom’s first ever Town of Culture candidates, putting the town’s rich heritage, creativity, and community spirit firmly in the spotlight. Pontypridd is one of the few towns across the United Kingdom which has been selected to progress to the next stage of the competition, with the…
An array of new Welsh food and drink businesses will feature on the Welsh Government’s Cywain Stand in the Food Hall at this year’s Royal Welsh Show (July 20th-23rd). From concept to counter, the Cywain Programme has provided the launch-pad for countless up-and-coming food and drink producers, eager to showcase their products to a broad audience. Four…
