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All children love Christmas, and dinosaur presents are found in many youngsters’ Christmasstockings every year; but just imagine having a life-size dinosaur for Christmas.Dan Yr Ogof, The National Showcaves Centre for Wales, is making dreams come true byoffering one of its colossal dinosaur models as a special gift for a family this festive season.In the…

Halloween went off with a bang in the valleys after Cwmdare4Cwmdare (C4C) ‘mummies’ put on several spookily spectacular events for children across the village. The first activity took place on Sunday evening when families, led by C4C Committee members, embarked on the popular annual Spooky Walk through the decorated route at Dare Valley Country Park,…

Loan agreement is Danske Bank’s first housing association deal in Wales Newydd Housing Association, with more than 900 homes in Rhondda Cynon Taff, is set to undertake a significant programme of investment in existing and new homes in mid and south Wales after agreeing a new £45m funding package with Danske Bank. The structured loan…

The Bevan Commission has announced the winners of the Bevan Young Future Thinkers Awards,recognising outstanding contributions to health and well-being in Welsh schools. The awards werepresented by Derek Walker, Future Generations Commissioner for Wales, at the Bevan Commission’slandmark conference, The Tipping Point: Where next for health and care?.The Bevan Young Future Thinkers Award, in partnership…

Commenting on the news that sexual misconduct in Welsh NHS hospitals is being ignored according to current and former nurses, Welsh Conservative Shadow Health Minister, Russell George MS said: “These stories coming out of our Welsh NHS are a stain on its reputation. Current and former nurses have described their complaints being ignored, that is…

Commenting on the news that UK Windows and Doors has been placed into administration, Welsh Conservative Shadow Economy Minister, Paul Davies MS said: “My thoughts are with workers affected by these job losses during this undoubtedly distressing time. “I am glad to hear that the Labour Government have offered support and I hope that their…

Welsh property entrepreneur, Chris Roberts, has grown his portfolio of businesses with theacquisition of T Samuel Estate Agents. Mountain Ash local Chris, who is currently a director at lettingagent Clear Property, has outlined a determined vision to become the largest Estate Agent in SouthWales.The move will see Mr Roberts assume the role of Managing Director…

All three teams representing Cynon Valley Schools Rugby Union have unveiled their principal sponsor for this year’s fixtures and competitions which will see them facing teams from across Wales and the rest of the UK. The under 11, 15 and 16 squads, who are each selected to play for their region from across the county…