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| 03/07/2009 | |
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| Ysgol Henllan celebrates good Estyn report | Following a recent inspection of the school, Estyn inspectors reported that Ysgol Henllan "is a good school".There is a caring ethos and a very positive atmosphere based on good relationships and cooperation between all. This has an effective... |
| Open Doors Denbighshire | Your guide book for the “Open Doors” event in Denbighshire will be ready later this month. The annual heritage event is continuing to grow with many new properties, events, and tours arranged for 2009. The dates for September 2009 are, Denbigh... |
| Dr Toman to retire | Denbighshire County Council has announced the retirement of Dr Michael Toman, headteacher of Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn, Denbigh, who is leaving to pursue new challenges.Dr Toman joined the school in 1997 and he has since been instrumental in... |
| Single Status | Denbighshire County Council employees have voted to accept the new package of terms and conditions of employment devised under the Single Status Agreement. This means that all council employees who come within the “Green Book”, will now come... |
| Four star prize on offer to Denbighshire businesses in Cantata2 tourism survey | The €2.2m Cantata initiative led by Denbighshire County Council, co-financed with the support of the European Union ERDF – Atlantic Area programme, has returned to help businesses in Denbighshire increase sales and profits from tourism.And a... |
| 02/07/2009 | |
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| Swine flu - latest information | Links to news and information about Swine Flu can be found under the external links on the left hand side. WAG - Welsh Assembly Government swine flu informationNPHS - National Public Health Service for WalesHPA - Health Protection... |
| 01/07/2009 | |
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| Scenic 76 Bus gets Real Ale Boost | Once again this year, Denbighshire County Council is doubling its bus service on the scenic 76 route for one day to encourage patrons of the Vale of Clwyd Festival of Ale to travel safely and enjoyably by bus. Following the success of last... |
| Young bookworm flies the county flag | A pupil from Bodnant Junior School, Prestatyn will fly the flag for Denbighshire at an event to celebrate and promote the achievement of boys in reading.Joseph Newell, a pupil in Year 6, was supported by Denbighshire's Literacy Catch Up... |
| 30/06/2009 | |
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| Tea time for Denbighshire pupils | Pupils at Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn, Denbigh, held a Strawberry Tea Party last week to raise money for charity.Students in Class 6 organised the event in aid of Breast Cancer Care, a charity chosen as a number of staff members have suffered from... |
| Council responds to Estyn report findings | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed the findings of the re-inspection of the county’s education services and has reaffirmed its commitment to continue focusing on its priority to improve education.The report, published today (Tuesday) says:... |
| Watch out – school watch about! | The scheme that encourages residents to watch over their local school will be highlighted at an event at Ysgol Mair in Rhyl on 7 July at 10:30am.School Watch aims to encourage people to keep an extra eye on their local schools during the long... |
| Temporary change to recycling collection | Denbighshire County Council is informing residents in Llangollen that there will be no recycling/ garden waste collection from the Royal International Pavilion car park on Saturday, 11 July.Normally the Council arranges collections from the car... |
| Denbighshire helps “change the world” | Sustrans has launched their annual Change Your World campaign which aims to get people to leave their car behind this week (29 June – 4 July) in favour of walking, cycling, public transport and car-sharing.Denbighshire County Council welcomes... |
| 29/06/2009 | |
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| Denbighshire lifeguards to the rescue! | Denbighshire's lifeguards were involved in a dramatic rescue yesterday (Sunday), which saw a 15 year old male towed to safety by a beach lifeguard. The incident happened at 16:10 when lifeguards were alerted by Holyhead coastguard that a boy was... |
| 26/06/2009 | |
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| Bus users' surgeries | Bus Users UK, in partnership with Denbighshire County Council, is organising two Bus User Surgeries to give people the opportunity to discuss any issues with representatives of two of the main local bus operators in the area. On Friday 3rd... |
| Last chance to get creative for photography competition! | Time is running out for budding photographers to get creative for a special calendar being produced to highlight the beauty and history of the Clwydian Range and Llantysilio Mountain.The competition has been arranged by the Heather and Hillforts... |
| County roadworks - July 2009 | Denbighshire wants to keep residents and visitors as informed as possible about roadworks in the county. Here is the current roadworks update aimed at keeping you moving on the county’s roads. Listed below are the major roadworks scheduled for... |
| 25/06/2009 | |
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| Denbighshire school top of the reading class | A team of youngsters from a Denbighshire school made it to the top of the class at the North East Wales Books Quiz held yesterday (Wednesday).Ysgol Dyffryn Iāl (Bryneglwys and Llandegla) were the overall winners, with Ysgol Pen Barras, Ruthin... |
| Denbighshire informs residents of road closures | In order to maintain public safety during a planned Facebook reunion event in Rhyl town centre on Saturday, July 11, Denbighshire County Council will close the following roads between 6pm until 6am the following morning.Roads to be closed are: ... |
| 24/06/2009 | |
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| Views needed on extra licensing for Houses in Multiple Occupation | Denbighshire County Council is asking the public for views on plans to implement an additional licensing scheme to improve standards of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) in Rhyl.This scheme is for the Rhyl area only and will include properties... |
| Ready, Set, Go for pitch official opening | A major refurbishment of the all-weather pitch at Rhyl Leisure Centre is complete and the brand new facilities will be officially opened this week (Thursday, 25 June).The All Weather Pitch, which closed in April 2008, has over 50,000 visits a... |
| Support needed for Himalayan Balsam clear-up | Denbighshire and Flintshire Countryside Services are calling for volunteers to help efforts to remove an invasive plant spreading along the River Alyn.Concerns were raised about the increase of Himalayan Balsam along the river by some residents... |
| 22/06/2009 | |
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| The curtain rises on the Scala cinema | The curtain lifted on the official opening of the Scala Cinema and Arts Centre in Prestatyn on Friday. Welsh Assembly Government Minister for Heritage, Alun Ffred Jones, was guest of honour to officially open the venue - the first independent... |
| A big thank you to all recyclers! | Denbighshire County Council has said a big “thank you” to the county’s residents for helping to dramatically improve the county’s recycling rates.Thanks to the phenomenal efforts of residents, more than half of the waste collected in... |
| County residents thanked for prompt council tax payments | Denbighshire residents are amongst the most prompt council tax payers in Wales. Welsh Assembly Government figures show that in the last financial year Denbighshire County Council recorded the second highest in-year collection rate of the 22... |
| Sandra’s on course for the Wales Care Awards | Sandra Jones, Denbighshire Social Services’ Older People’s Strategy Development Officer, has been shortlisted for a prestigious award in recognition of her work to promote improved well-being, independence and opportunities for the county’s older... |
| Denbighshire flies the flag for Armed Forces Day | Chairman of Denbighshire, Councillor Joan Butterfield joined with Lord Lieutenant of Clwyd, Trefor Jones and representatives from the armed forces to mark the inaugural Armed Forces Day on Monday.Flags were raised simultaneously across the country... |
| Denbighshire’s success at the Social Care ‘oscars’ | Ceri’s Family, Denbighshire’s ‘virtual’ media family set up to promote access to health and social care services in the county, has been honoured with a prestigious social care award.The project was announced as the outright winner in the... |
| 19/06/2009 | |
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| Rhyl getting ready for the Air Show! | The date is set for Denbighshire County Council’s first summer airshow to be held off Rhyl seafront on Saturday, August 8, 2009..A number of top line displays have been booked and include RAF’s Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (Lancaster,... |
| Ruthin Craft Centre pipped at the post for major arts prize | Chair of Denbighshire, Councillor Joan Butterfield has congratulated Ruthin Craft Centre for being in the final four for a prestigious Art Fund Prize award for museums and galleries.The centre was up against other extremely worthy finalists,... |
| Flood Aware 2009 | Flood Aware 2009Launching the UK Climate Projections 2009 report (UKCP09) yesterday (Thursday), the Government has released grim results from one of the most comprehensive studies ever carried out into climate change and the increased threat of... |
| 18/06/2009 | |
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| Loggerheads to Liverpool | A celebration of the close ties between Merseyside and North Wales, Loggerheads and Moel Famau gets underway this coming weekend (June 20).The Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) has teamed up with a local author to write a... |
| Have your say on Rhyl masterplan | Denbighshire County Council’s Regeneration Team is asking for views on a masterplan for Rhyl promenade. An exhibition showing images and plans is being held at Rhyl Library until the end of June.The overall objective of the Masterplan is to... |
| Say no to litter on the Horseshoe Pass | Volunteers are needed to roll up their sleeves and help in a Big Litter Pick event being arranged on the Horseshoe Pass by Denbighshire Countryside Service and Keep Wales Tidy The heathland around the Pass will be cleared on Thursday, June 25th... |
| 16/06/2009 | |
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| Performing arts come to Denbighshire | The Denbighshire Festival of Performing Arts takes place from Tuesday 23 June until Tuesday 30 June at Rhyl Pavilion Theatre.The festival will include performances from Denbighshire schools, county musical ensembles and specialist arts projects... |
| Shaping the Alyn Valley | A guided walk with to discover the breath-taking landscape of Loggerheads, Alyn Valley and the Ffrith Mountain area is one of many events included in the Out and About in Denbighshire 2009 guide.The event, taking place on Thursday, June 25, has... |
| 15/06/2009 | |
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| Try cycling to work | Following success of the first “Cycle to Work” initiative in March, Denbighshire has once again joined forces with the Cycle Experience to encourage workers to leave their cars at home and cycle to work.The new initiative, following hot on the... |
| Best Bar None | The deadline for a national industry ‘oscars’ scheme for pubs and clubs in Conwy and Denbighshire, the first of its kind in North Wales and only the third initiative in Wales, has been extended until 1 July.Conwy and Denbighshire Councils' Joint... |
| Partnership working celebration in Denbighshire | The Welsh Assembly Government’s Deputy First Minister Ieuan Wyn Jones will be the keynote speaker at a special conference arranged to celebrate partnership working in Denbighshire.The 'Working Together in Denbighshire' conference has been... |
| Timeline of humans on the Clwydian hills revealed | Analysis of a sample of earth extracted from the Clwydian Range has pieced together the timeline of human activity on the hills dating back almost 10,000 years.The sample was taken from Moel Llys y Coed near Cilcain, to provide a picture for the... |
| 10/06/2009 | |
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| Events for carers in Carers Week 2009 | Events are taking place throughout Denbighshire to celebrate Carers Week (8-14 June).Many people in the county care for someone they know – such a relative, friend or neighbour. They do not get paid for the care they give, and may need help or... |
| Ground-breaking technology goes live on the buses! | Denbighshire County Council is set to launch ground breaking technology which lets parents check if their child has got on the school bus. STAR Launch 10th June, Ysgol Brynhyfryd 2.30pm. Brynhyfryd students will soon be using state of the art bus... |
| Food Safety Week | This year's National Food Safety Week, runs from 15th – 21st June 2009 and the UK-wide campaign for 2009 is focusing on food hygiene and people over 60. The event aims to provide food hygiene advice on how to store food correctly and handle food... |
| Denbighshire launches Kickstart project | Travelling by bus is set to get even better in Denbighshire thanks to the launch of the new Kickstart Project this week - an initiative aimed at encouraging increased use of buses that will help improve the rural and inter urban bus service in... |
| Headteachers praised for Teaching Awards success | The Leader of Denbighshire, Councillor Hugh Evans has congratulated two of the county's headteachers for making it through to the final of the prestigious Teaching Awards 2009 where they were both awarded distinctions.Alison Duffy, headteacher... |
| 09/06/2009 | |
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| Bugged in the gaol | Arachnophobes beware! Avoid Ruthin Gaol at all costs on Saturday 27 June!As part of National Insect Week, Ruthin Gaol will be celebrating all things six legged, eight legged and even one hundred legged! The gaol was creepy in more senses than... |
| Meet the Ladies of Llangollen | Have you ever wondered what life was like for Lady Eleanor Butler and Sarah Ponsonby – the celebrated Ladies of Llangollen – when they lived at Plas Newydd? Now you will be able to find out! Between 11am and 4pm on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28... |
| Community archaeology exhibition at Denbigh library | Since her appointment in May 2008, community archaeologist Sarah Pevely has been busy searching all over North East Wales. An exhibition of finds will open at Denbigh Library on 13 June and run until 25 July. On display will be exhibits of... |
| 08/06/2009 | |
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| Teaming up to tackle bullying | A young people’s website has teamed up with ChildLine to produce information and top tips for children and young people who are being bullied. The pages “Help, I’m being bullied what can I do?” have been published on YouthDen.com and were... |
| Serving up a winning breakfast at Ysgol y Faenol | The Leader of Denbighshire, Councillor Hugh Evans has offered his congratulations to Ysgol y Faenol, Bodelwyddan for being honoured with a national award for their breakfast club.The school was one of ten national champions honoured in the... |
| Improvements to scenic cycle track following vandalism | Denbighshire County Council is pleased to announce that significant improvements are to be made to one of its cycle tracks. The Afon Clwyd shared use Cycle Track and Public Footpath which runs parallel to the River Clwyd between Tan-yr-Eglwys... |
| 05/06/2009 | |
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| New foot and bike bridge unveiled for Rhyl Harbour | The proposed multi-million pound bridge for walkers and cyclists in Rhyl Harbour is a step closer to becoming a reality as sustainable transport charity Sustrans, Denbighshire County Council and the Welsh Assembly Government unveiled the iconic... |
| Illegal signs crackdown success | Denbighshire County Council is cracking down on the use of illegally placed advertising signs in Rhyl Town Centre.Following complaints, officers from the council visited the town and identified 81 signs that were illegally placed. The owners of... |
| Funding Opportunity to benefit children & young people in Denbighshire | If your organisation works with children and young people, then you may be eligible for funding through the Small Grant Fund run by the Partnership Support Team at Denbighshire County Council. The grant could be used to put on an event or... |
| 04/06/2009 | |
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| Archaeologists unearth ancient discovery on Clwydian Range | An excavation within the ramparts of the Penycloddiau Iron Age hillfort has confirmed that a Bronze Age burial mound sits at the summit, dating back at least 3,500 years and pre-dating the hillfort.Between 11th and 22nd May archaeologists from the... |
| Sadness expressed at Cheese factory's administration news | Denbighshire County Council is calling for an urgent meeting with the owners of Dairy Farmers of Britain, as well as Elin Jones, the Assembly’s Minister for Agriculture, following news that the company has gone into administration.The... |
| Go Wild in Denbighshire for Wales Biodiversity Week | The whole of Wales is set to go wild for Wales Biodiversity Week from the 6th to the 14th of June this year and Denbighshire is no exception. A range of events are planned to celebrate the amazing variety of life found in this corner of the world... |
| Your vote for Ruthin Craft Centre will count! | Ruthin Craft Centre’s campaign to win the prestigious Art Fund Prize award for museums and galleries is entering its final few weeks and Denbighshire County Council is asking people to get online and vote.The Art Fund Prize recognises and... |
| Lock those Windows and Doors | As the weather looks set to get warmer, Denbighshire Community Safety Partnership is reminding people of the security issues of leaving windows and doors open and unattended.Historically there have been incidents where opportunists have been... |
| 01/06/2009 | |
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| Murder mayhem and mystery! | Ever fancied yourself as a detective? Do you have the sleuthing skills of Hercule Poirot, Sherlock Holmes or Lord Peter Wimsey?There’s an opportunity to test out those skills at a Murder Mystery Evening at the Old Gaol Ruthin on Friday June 12... |
| Safety in Swimming Pools Campaign | This month, Denbighshire County Council is introducing a county-wide initiative focusing on safety in swimming pools.All pool operators are invited to attend a seminar on Thursday, 11 June to ensure that they are fully informed of their duties... |
| Don’t forget your pets this summer! | As the holiday season approaches, the North Wales Companion Animal Welfare Forum wants to remind residents across North Wales to include their pets in their holiday plans.Pet owners have a legal duty of care to provide their pets with a suitable... |
| Rhyl is Brill!! | A fantastic week of events will be one to remember for the thousands of visitors and residents who enjoyed Rhyl Week say organisers. Scorching temperatures and brilliant sunshine attracted thousands to the seaside town during Rhyl Week... |
| Baywatch training for beach lifeguards | Rhyl and Prestatyn’s Beach Lifeguards were put through their paces recently when they completed a rigorous training course provided by the Royal Lifesaving Society UK – the first National Beach Lifeguard Course held in North Wales.Eleven... |
| Beating the Recession! | Local organisations have joined together to try and beat the recession by promoting quality jobs throughout Conwy and Denbighshire.A free Jobs Event will take place at Venue Cymru, Llandudno, on Saturday 6 June from 10am -3pm in the Orme Suite... |
| 29/05/2009 | |
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| Resurfacing works on A494 Llanbedr DC | The North Wales Trunk Road Agency (NWTRA) in partnership with Denbighshire County Council has been working on a drainage improvement in the area known as Tan Yr Unto Bends, Llanbedr DC near Ruthin since 6 March 2009. As part of the Welsh Assembly... |
| County roadworks | Denbighshire wants to keep residents and visitors as informed as possible about roadworks in the county. Here is the current roadworks update aimed at keeping you moving on the county’s roads. Listed below are the major roadworks scheduled for... |
| 27/05/2009 | |
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| All over the shop at business breakfast | Rhyl Business Group’s business breakfast featuring Geoff Burch proved a huge success during Rhyl Week recently.The event took place on 26 May at Elwy Hall in Rhyl.Geoff Burch is considered to be Europe’s most exciting business speaker and... |
| 26/05/2009 | |
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| Flying high | Flying high – a new club for disabled children and young people in Denbighshire Flying High, a Trampoline and Rebound Therapy club in Denbighshire is a joint initiative between Denbighshire Social Services Children with Disabilities Team and... |
| Curtain’s up on the Scala cinema | Preparations are well under way for when the curtain rises on the official opening of the Scala Cinema and Arts Centre in Prestatyn on June 19. Minister for Heritage, Alun Ffred Jones, has confirmed his attendance as guest of honour to... |
| 22/05/2009 | |
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| Boat enthusiasts informed of new storage facility | Looking for secure boat storage? Then look no further than a new facility opened at the Foryd Harbour, Rhyl.Facilities available include secured access boat park, storage area for trailered boats, boat wash down area with steam cleaner and one... |
| Flower Arranging makes a date with history | Have you ever thought about learning all about flower arranging in the surroundings of a beautiful historic house? Now you can! Menna Jones is running a series of four morning sessions for beginners at Nantclwyd y Dre in Ruthin from 10.30 to... |
| Lil celebrates her 100th birthday celebrations | One of Rhyl’s oldest residents enjoyed a birthday surprise when family and friends gathered at Maes Emlyn to celebrate her 100th birthday.Lil Evans, of Maes Emlyn sheltered accomodation in Rhyl, has lived in the Millbank area since the age of... |
| Make your mark on election day | Thursday, June 4 is the day when voters in Denbighshire will have their say on who represents them in the European Parliament.Everyone who is registered to vote should have received a card giving details of the polling station where they can... |
| 21/05/2009 | |
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| Roadworks planned for A548 Prestatyn | Denbighshire County Council is due to carry out resurfacing works on the A548 Victoria Road, Prestatyn the week commencing Monday, June 8.The works are expected to take four weeks to complete.Motorists are kindly asked not to park their vehicle... |
| Architecture award builds on the success of Ruthin Craft Centre | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news that the Ruthin Craft Centre has been awarded a prestigious award.Today, the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) announced the winners of their awards for architectural excellence (96 in... |
| 19/05/2009 | |
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| County stepping up the affordable housing property ladder | A special milestone has been reached in the efforts to provide affordable housing in Denbighshire.Denbighshire County Council's planning, housing and legal departments have been working in partnership with Cymdeithas Tai Clwyd, Pennaf Housing and... |
| Estyn report for Ysgol Christchurch | Christchurch Primary School is an exceptionally inclusive and happy school where pupils achieve well.’ This is the opening statement in what is an outstanding inspection report for this Rhyl primary school. In achieving four Grade 1s and three... |
| Award winning beach does it again | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed today's announcement (Tuesday) that Prestatyn Central beach has been awarded the coveted blue flag award. The beach was one of 38 beaches and five marinas that met strict criteria required to fly the... |
| Support needed for Craft Centre’s Art Fund bid | Denbighshire County Council is asking people to get behind Ruthin Craft Centre’s bid to win the prestigious Art Fund Prize award for museums and galleries.The Art Fund Prize recognises and stimulates originality and excellence in museums and... |
| Council informs of bridge latest | Denbighshire County Council is informing residents in Vale of Clwyd communities that work on repairing a bridge which partially collapsed in September 2008 is due to begin in early June.Consultants have carried out a survey on Pont Telpyn, which... |
| 18/05/2009 | |
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| Alan awarded for commitment to town | A Denbighshire County Council member of staff has received a special honour from the Mayor of Prestatyn for his valuable contribution to the town.Alan Jackson, who is the team leader for Denbighshire's Public Realm team for Prestatyn and Meliden,... |
| Celebrating county’s Tidy Towns success | Communities across Denbighshire have benefited from a major initiative set up to improve the local environment and to spruce up the county.Over 158 clear-up events have been arranged as part of the Tidy Towns initiative, with up to 13,000... |
| Countryside information campaign goes audio | Visitors to Corwen can now enjoy their own personal guided walk to help them explore the area’s fascinating past through the Heather and Hillforts Project.Using the latest technology, visitors are able to access a new audio tour from the town... |
| Steep change in county’s recycling rates | Denbighshire County Council has said a big “thank you” to the county’s residents for helping to dramatically improve the county’s recycling rates.In April, the Council rolled out a series of new recycling initiatives and figures for the first... |
| 15/05/2009 | |
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| High praise for project Tackling Criminal Damage in Denbighshire | A Denbighshire Community Safety Partnership project has been picked out and will be highlighted as ‘best practice’ on a BBC crime prevention website, which is due to be launched within the next two weeks. The partnership’s ‘Tackling Criminal... |
| Thumbs up for health and safety at housing renewal scheme | Contractors working on one of Denbighshire County Council's housing repairs scheme were recently given a thumbs up by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).The HSE visited the site of works going on at Bath Street, Rhyl and during their... |
| 14/05/2009 | |
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| Walking through limestone and lead country | A guided walk to discover the breath-taking landscape of Moel Findeg, Big Covert and Maeshafn has been arranged as part of the 2009 Out and About in Denbighshire's countryside programme.The walk, arranged by the Clwydian Range Area of... |
| Denbighshire’s CET become education champions | Denbighshire’s looked after children are to receive help from high places as the chief executive team (CET) become their very own education champions. The Education Champions initiative will enable CET to develop strong relationships with... |
| 13/05/2009 | |
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| Making the most of Rhyl’s heritage buildings | Historic buildings in Rhyl Town Centre are set to benefit from the current phase of the Townscape Heritage Initiative (THI), which has secured more than £5 million to repair and improve historic properties.The THI is one of a number of... |
| Focus on food and fitness in F-Factor | Pupils at Denbighshire schools have been putting the fun factor into food and fitness at F-Factor festivals arranged in the county.The festivals, funded by the Big Lottery Fund, involve Year 5 pupils from primary schools.Pupils from schools in... |
| Don’t forget to register your right to vote | Time is running out for Denbighshire residents who want to make sure they are registered to vote in the coming European elections on Thursday, June 4th.Denbighshire County Council has been working with the Electoral Commission to raise people’s... |
| 12/05/2009 | |
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| Rhyl Airshow 2009 | Denbighshire County Council has announced plans to host Rhyl's first Airshow on Saturday 8 August. The skies over Rhyl Promenade will light up when a selection of aircraft will perform during the Air Display 2009. The show involves some... |
| Council chooses Chair and Vice Chair | Denbighshire County Council has chosen Councillor Joan Butterfield (Labour – Rhyl West) as its first woman Chair.Councillor Butterfield served as a member of Rhuddlan Borough Council from 1986 and has been a county councillor since 1996. She is... |
| On the beat with Environmental Crime Wardens | Denbighshire County Council has launched its latest offensive in the battle against two of the most prolific and complained about environmental crimes in the County - dog fouling and littering.Two Environmental Crime Enforcement Officers,... |
| Calling all would-be wildlife detectives! | The third wildlife survey taster session with Denbighshire Countryside Service is happening this week and there are still places available for any budding wildlife detectives out there!This month the focus is on the re-introduced Natterjack Toad... |
| 11/05/2009 | |
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| Digging up the past | Penycloddiau Hillfort on the Clwydian Range is one of the most visited Iron Age hillforts in the area and during May walkers on the site near Llangwyfan will get the chance to see an archaeological excavation taking place. The excavation is part... |
| Tasty meals from around the world on menu at Vale of Clwyd school | Pupils at Ysgol Pant Pastynog, Prion have been sampling foods from around the world as part of a special two week celebration of different cultures. School cook Suzanne Boxleinter has been busy preparing meals to represent all the countries... |
| Information for European elections 2009 | The nominations are now in for the up and coming European elections on June 4.The nominees and information on how to vote and the voting system used can be found on the Denbighshire website at http://www.denbighshire.gov.uk/vote2009... |
| Portraits in Pastels | Have you every wanted to learn how to draw using pastels? Well, now you can. If you are over 50 you can book a free workshop place with Plas Newydd artist in residence, Sharon Wagstaff. Using pastels and your own photos she will instruct you on... |
| It’s Wash Day at the Gaol! | On Wednesday 27 May 11 am. to 4 pm. there will be an chance for visitors to the Old Gaol in Ruthin to find out how prisoners used to wash their clothing and bedding. Come along and meet Jane Williams, an inmate at the gaol, who will be there to... |
| 08/05/2009 | |
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| Major funding boost for Rhyl welcomed by Council | Denbighshire County Council says the announcement that Rhyl is to receive a share of £38 million funding investment is a major boost to on-going efforts to regenerate the town.The Welsh Assembly Government's Deputy Minister for Regeneration has... |
| Get ready for a Summer on the buses | Denbighshire is proud to announce the launch of the new Kickstart Project - an initiative aimed at encouraging increased use of buses that will help improve the rural and inter urban bus service in the south of the county.The project will mean... |
| Pupils score a goal in healthy eating with Rhyl FC | Denbighshire Catering service has joined forces with Rhyl Football Club and will be rolling out healthy lifestyle days in the primary schools in Rhyl, Prestatyn and St Asaph. The first will beat Ysgol Llewelyn, Rhyl. The first day will be held... |
| 07/05/2009 | |
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| County residents among best for paying council tax in Wales | Denbighshire County Council has praised residents for paying 98.1% of council tax on time, despite the current economic climate.This is the same percentage as last year when Denbighshire had the second highest collection rate in Wales.Councillor... |
| 06/05/2009 | |
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| Craft Centre makes final of Art Fund prize | The Chairman of Denbighshire County Council, Councillor Raymond Bartley, has congratulated Ruthin Craft Centre for reaching the final shortlist for the prestigious Art Fund Prize award for museums and galleries.The Art Fund Prize recognises and... |
| The Carers Emergency Card – a carer’s view | Denbighshire County Council is reminding carers of a scheme which offers peace of mind that help will be on hand, should an emergency arise and they cannot get to those they care for.The Carers Emergency Card scheme was launched in partnership... |
| 05/05/2009 | |
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| Two county beaches make the grade | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news that two of the county's beaches have been awarded the prestigious blue and yellow Seaside Award flag.Prestatyn Central Beach and Rhyl Beach are among 104 beaches to be awarded the honour, after... |
| Take a stroll in scenic countryside | People wanting to enjoy some of Denbighshire’s most breath-taking scenery should take advantage of a series of activities arranged by the county’s Countryside Service. Events include: Friday 8th May- Strictly Black Grouse!- 5.15am – 8amA 1 ½... |
| Welsh Water lifts precautionary Boil Water Notice with immediate effect | Dwr Cymru Welsh Water has now lifted, with immediate effect, the precautionary Boil Water Notice issued to customers in parts of Denbighshire, Flintshire and a very small area of Conwy.Welsh Water Operations Director Peter Perry said; “We are... |
| Fun for all in Denbighshire’s countryside | Denbighshire Countryside Service is providing fun events for youngsters this month, as well as offering taster sessions on volunteering with practical activities across the county.On Friday 29th May, the Geo T-shirts event takes place between... |
| Changes for future memorial benches | Denbighshire County Council is informing residents of its decision to standardise benches that are placed in the council’s cemeteries in future.All types, styles and colours of benches have been placed in cemeteries in the past and the Council has... |
| Denbighshire welcomes news of funding boost for heritage tourism | Denbigh Castle is one of a number of heritage sites across Wales that will benefit from European and Assembly Government funding as part of a £19million project to boost the contribution heritage sites bring to the Welsh economy. The project will... |
| Heritage boost to town centre buildings | Improvements to a number of properties in Denbigh have been completed as part of the second phase of the Townscape Heritage Initiative, which aims to protect historic properties in the town. The works completed are: • Bryn Celyn, Henllan Place,... |
| 01/05/2009 | |
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| Register your right to vote | People in Denbighshire could be missing out on their right to vote in the upcoming European elections without even knowing it.That's the message of national Register to Vote Week, which runs from 4-10 of May, when Denbighshire joins with the... |
| Passion for Life in Denbighshire | The Deputy Minister for Health and Social Services, Gwenda Thomas AM, will be showing her ‘passion for life’ when she visits Denbighshire on 18 May to support the Passion for Life scheme being piloted in the county. Passion for Life is an exciting... |
| Heritage event website goes live | People wanting to know more about Open Doors Denbighshire – formerly the Vale of Clwyd Heritage Open Days – can access the information live online.The www.opendoorsdenbighshire.org.uk www.drysauagoredsirddinbych.org.uk website offers details... |
| 30/04/2009 | |
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| Boil water notice update on behalf of Dwr Cymru/Welsh Water | Following the issuing of the precautionary boil water notice for customers in parts of Denbighshire and Flintshire and a very small area of Conwy yesterday, Welsh Water is continuing its efforts to determine the cause of bacteria detected at the... |
| Txt me if u can :) | Electors in Denbighshire are now able to contact the Returning Officer by text message. The new service has been launched to coincide with the European Parliamentary Elections on 4 June 2009. Electors are now able to request postal or proxy... |
| Top marks for St Asaph VP Infants | St Asaph VP Infant School is celebrating following an impressive Estyn inspection report. Estyn inspected the school in the Spring term and stated that End of Key Stage attainment exceeds both national and local performance in English, Maths and... |
| New home for Telecare | Denbighshire Social Services hosted a launch day for the new Telecare demonstration facility at Rhyl Community Fire Station on 20 April. Telecare is a range of equipment which can be used to help vulnerable people stay safe in their own home for... |
| Denbighshire Equipment Stores get a makeover! | The Community Equipment Services Integration (CESI) Stores, located on the Pinfold Industrial Estate, Rhyl, has been given an overhaul thanks to partnership working and funding from the Welsh Assembly Government, Denbighshire County Council,... |
| 29/04/2009 | |
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| Important notice from Welsh Water | Customers in parts of Denbighshire and Flintshire are warned that they should boil their drinking water with immediate effect.Welsh Water has issued a precautionary boil water notice to customers in Denbighshire and Flintshire areas. We are... |
| Conservation efforts in scenic countryside | Efforts to protect and enhance the heather and hillforts of the Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Llantysilio Mountain are paying dividends, with more than 30 acres of heather cutting and burning having taken place during 2008... |
| 28/04/2009 | |
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| ‘Steaming through the Past’ | A special event taking in some of the Dee Valley’s breath-taking scenery is being arranged by Denbighshire Countryside Service.People wanting to join the ‘Steaming through the Past’ event on Tuesday, May 5th can join the old steam train at... |
| County to share good practice at prestigious conference | A member of Denbighshire County Council’s education department has been chosen to address a prestigious international conference which looks at various aspects of vision impairment education.Jil Timothy, Advisory Teacher for the Visually... |
| 27/04/2009 | |
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| Ambassador or Assassin? | Denbighshire Area Regeneration and Investment Unit is hosting a business breakfast featuring one of Europe’s most exciting speakers, Geoff Burch, on Tuesday, 26 May at 7:30am. This event will take place during Rhyl week at Elwy Hall, Grange... |
| Council encourages feedback on water consultation | Denbighshire County Council is encouraging those with an interest in managing rivers and waterways in the region to have their say during a consultation being run by Environment Agency Wales.People and businesses are being asked to give their... |
| Pole position to get fit! | Denbighshire County Council is offering residents the chance to try out Nordic walking. Nordic Walking was originally a summer training method for cross-country skiers in the 1930’s. The use of poles ensures a complete body workout, burning up... |
| 24/04/2009 | |
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| Appointment of new Chief Executive | Denbighshire County Council has announced the appointment of Dr Mohammed Mehmet as its new Chief Executive. Dr Mehmet joined Denbighshire as interim Corporate Director – Lifelong Learning in November 2007 . He is a former Director of Children’s... |
| Free Tendering Workshop | A free tendering workshop will be held in the Brookhouse Mill, Denbigh, on Friday, 8 May from 9.15am. The event is organised by the Welsh Assembly Government’s Supplier Development Service and Denbighshire County Council’s Area Regeneration and... |
| Council warns of hoax compulsory purchase letter | Denbighshire County Council is warning the public to be aware of a hoax letter sent to a county resident regarding the compulsory purchase of their property.A letter, claiming to be from the Council, was sent to a Rhyl resident claiming that the... |
| 23/04/2009 | |
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| Good turn-out for parking feedback event | Around 150 people had their say on parking arrangements in Rhyl during a two day event arranged by Denbighshire County Council at the town's Pavilion Theatre. The events were held on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 21st and 22nd, with consultants and... |
| 22/04/2009 | |
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| County residents reminded of community meetings | Denbighshire County Council is reminding residents of the second series of community forums due to get underway next month, giving people the chance to discuss all public services in their communities.Forums were last held in November in six... |
| County roadworks | Denbighshire wants to keep residents and visitors as informed as possible about roadworks in the county. Here is the current roadworks update aimed at keeping you moving on the county’s roads. Listed below are the major roadworks scheduled for... |
| From Denbighshire to Mbarara | From Denbighshire to MbararaA Denbighshire County Council officer will be travelling to Uganda this summer to work with orphans in Mbarara, a region to the south west of the capital, Kampala.Kerry Smith, a revenues officer based at Russell... |
| Ysgol Bryn Clwyd, Llandyrnog | Ysgol Bryn Clwyd, Llandyrnog will be closed to pupils on Thursday and Friday, April 23 and 24. This is due to a problem with a flood at the school.The Council will update this message with details of when the school is likely to re-open.... |
| 21/04/2009 | |
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| Local families wanted! | During Foster Care Fortnight, 11-24 May, Denbighshire will be encouraging local residents to find out more about fostering and help keep our children in the local community.There are currently a number of children of all ages in the Denbighshire... |
| Charity and council work together to prevent homelessness | A new independent advice service for people with housing problems has started in Denbighshire. Supported by Denbighshire County Council, Shelter Cymru is holding free confidential advice sessions every Thursday afternoon at the council offices in... |
| 20/04/2009 | |
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| Time capsule in cinema milestone celebration | A special time capsule will be buried to commemorate the opening of the Scala Cinema and Arts Centre in Prestatyn, the first independent all-digital film cinema in Wales.Pupils from schools in the Prestatyn area will place items of interest to... |
| Who Came Calling? | Plas Newydd will be hosting an event on Saturday 25 April called 'Who Came Calling?'. At 11am and 3pm Jane Horovitch will talk about the enigmatic Ladies of Llangollen and the extraordinary visitors they welcomed to their home. The event is... |
| 16/04/2009 | |
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| Hospices to benefit from charitable donations | Two hospices are to benefit from £2,133 raised at a charity ball arranged by the Chairman of Denbighshire County Council, Councillor Raymond Bartley. The funds from the event will be shared between Tŷ Gobaith in the Conwy Valley and St... |
| Help for Llandudno rescue from St Asaph! | Denbighshire's Beach Lifeguard service was able to assist Holyhead Coastguard with a rescue at Angel Bay, Llandudno, after communication difficulties on Wednesday afternoon (15 April). The Denbighshire lifeguard vehicle is fitted with a two way... |
| Real savings with real nappies | During Real Nappy Week (27 April – 3 May), Denbighshire County Council, with ‘Waste Awareness’ and Sustainable Wales, is calling for parents in Denbighshire to use real nappies.Denbighshire wants to raise awareness that a family can save up to... |
| 15/04/2009 | |
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| Have a go sessions for budding animal surveyors | Ever wondered what it was like to be up at the crack of dawn to catch a glimpse of black grouse, or wandering around by torchlight looking for newts? Then why not join wildlife survey taster sessions being run by Denbighshire Countryside Service... |
| Witness | Denbighshire Arts in School Service is hosting a unique community drama project which links Denbigh High School and Nantclwyd y Dre in Ruthin.On 22 April at 7:30pm, a bi-lingual one act play ‘Witness’ will be performed at Theatr John Ambrose in... |
| Transport scheme's drive for volunteers | An evening transport service in Denbighshire is on the look-out for volunteers to provide a valuable lifeline for older people. Denbighshire Night Rider is a low cost, door to door, wheelchair accessible evening transport service for older people... |
| 14/04/2009 | |
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| Stepping back in time to World War Two era | Enjoy a great family day out at the Old Gaol Ruthin – and step into the past as Denbighshire’s Heritage Services remember World War Two.In 1942 the Old Gaol became a munitions factory run by the Liverpool based Pen Lang firm and on Saturday,... |
| Prestatyn Community Council by-election results | Graham Percival (Welsh conservatives) has been elected Community Councillor to represent Prestatyn Central ward on Prestatyn Town council following the by- election on Thursday.The results of the election were:BOURNE, Gary Alexander ... |
| Notice for Llangollen bus users | Bus users in the Llangollen area are being advised that all buses using the bus stops currently situated on Market Street will be moving to Parade Street as from Monday 20th April.The change comes following the completion of the recent... |
| Parking arrangements feedback reminder | Denbighshire County Council is reminding Rhyl residents of two events arranged to allow people to offer feedback on the current parking arrangements in Rhyl.In November, the council introduced new on-street parking arrangements throughout the... |
| 09/04/2009 | |
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| Denbighshire sets the record straight on parking bays | Denbighshire County Council is aware that there may presently be some confusion regarding the legality of the loading bays that were recently introduced in Rhyl Town Centre. This has stemmed from some misinformation that has recently been... |
| Zooming in and out of every county in North Wales! | An Anti Social Behaviour initiative called ZOom has produced a multi media drama production, which will be taken to every secondary school in North Wales, tackling the issue of bad behaviour on school transport. Set up by the six North Wales... |
| 07/04/2009 | |
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| Paving the way for the Little Tern's return | The long journey from Western Africa has begun for one of Denbighshire's special summer visitors, the Little Tern.Each spring these tiny, slender sea birds travel north to breed, but have to overcome many threats to their survival, including... |
| Get creative for photography competition | Budding photographers are urged to get creative for a special calendar that is being produced to highlight the beauty and history of the Clwydian Range and Llantysilio Mountain.The competition has been arranged by the Heather and Hillforts... |
| Vale community to benefit from new play equipment | Children and families in a Vale of Clwyd community can now benefit from a brand new playground, the first facility of its kind in the village.The play facilities at Llanrhaeadr near Denbigh are situated on land next to Ysgol Bro Cinmeirch. The... |
| Important notice from Dwr Cymru Welsh Water | List of affected areas at bottom of article.Customers in parts of Denbighshire and Flintshire are warned that they should boil their drinking water with immediate effect Welsh Water has issued a precautionary boil water notice to customers... |
| Formal green light for windfarm plan | Denbighshire County Council has confirmed that it has now formally approved plans for a 16 turbine windfarm on land to the east of Llyn Brenig.The decision to grant the planning application was made at Full Council in February 2008, subject to... |
| School celebrates Investors in People honour | Staff, governors and pupils at a Vale of Clwyd school are celebrating being awarded the Investors in People (IiP) accolade for the third time running.An IiP review was carried out at Ysgol Bro Cinmeich, Llanrhaeadr and the school was assessed... |
| 06/04/2009 | |
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| H M Stanley – how shall we remember him? | The H M Stanley Group carried out a survey during January and February in Denbigh and St Asaph to gauge public opinion on how, or even whether, they wanted to commemorate one of their famous former residents. Questionnaires were distributed... |
| 03/04/2009 | |
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| County's talented youngsters in music extravaganza performance | Over 700 pupils from Denbighshire schools showcased their musical talent at three prestigious concerts held in the county.The first concert was staged at Theatr John Ambrose, Ruthin on Tuesday, March 24. The concert featured the Denbighshire... |
| Ysgol Caer Drewyn in the green again | Children at Ysgol Caer Drewyn, Corwen have again been recognised for their hard work and commitment to eco issues with the nationally recognised award of the GREEN flag for the second time. The Eco-Committee, made up of representatives from... |
| Delegation in talks with BOCM Pauls | Representatives of Denbighshire County Council, together with the Farmers Union of Wales, Brynle Williams AM and Chris Ruane MP have met representatives of BOCM Pauls, to discuss their plans to close their plant in Denbigh with the loss of 43... |
| Update on Grange Hotel, Rhyl | Denbighshire County Council has confirmed that it has received a planning application to redevelop the Grange Hotel in Rhyl.A serious fire at the hotel in March 2008 destroyed much of the western section of the complex.An application was... |
| 02/04/2009 | |
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| Corwen to benefit from litter spring clean | Denbighshire Countryside Service and Keep Wales Tidy are calling on residents in the Corwen area to get involved in a project to spruce up the town.A litter pick has been arranged for Tuesday, April 7th and will start from the town's main car... |
| 01/04/2009 | |
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| Museum celebration in Denbighshire | A series of free talks and workshops will be staged at Ruthin Craft Centre as part of the Love Your Local Museum celebrations.The following events have been arranged: Saturday 4 April• 10am, Ptolemy Mann illustrated talk (1 hour, max 30... |
| Benefit take-up campaign promoted | Denbighshire County Council has launched a campaign to raise awareness of the benefits available to the county's residents. Letters will be sent to residents, promoting council tax and housing benefit. Letters will show that working people on... |
| Open Days for social services | Denbighshire Social Services will be showcasing two services available to Denbighshire residents.During the week of 20 April in Rhyl and Ruthin, residents will have the opportunity to find out more about the modernised Community Equipment... |
| Witness | Denbighshire Arts in School Service is hosting a unique community drama project which links Denbigh High School and Nantclwyd y Dre in Ruthin.On 22 April at 7:30pm, a bi-lingual one act play ‘Witness’ will be performed at Theatr John Ambrose in... |
| Council's sadness at company's closure news | Denbighshire County Council has expressed sadness at news that an animal feed company in the Vale of Clwyd is to close with the loss of 40 jobs.BOCM Pauls Ltd in Denbigh has announced that their plant on the Colomendy Industrial Estate is to... |
| 31/03/2009 | |
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| National Burglary Day of Action | The National Day of Action aims to highlight the work taking place across the country to tackle burglary. In fact, since 1995 there’s been a 59% reduction in burglaries nationally and Denbighshire Community Safety Partnership hopes make sure the... |
| 30/03/2009 | |
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| Change of polling stations for upcoming elections | Denbighshire would like to make residents aware of a change of location for two polling stations since the last time an election was held.The European Parliamentary elections will be held on Thursday, 4 June and electors in central Rhyl and... |
| No more ‘bad hair days’ for a charitable school cook | A chance remark followed by a double-dare saw Ysgol Hirraddug cook, Sian Griffiths Wilson, having her head shaved for charity last week – raising in the region of £400 for Cancer Research. The whole Dyserth school looked on as Sian’s locks were... |
| Ceri’s Family – a firm favourite with judges | Ceri’s Family, a virtual project created by Denbighshire County Council to improve and promote health and social care services available in the county, has been highly acclaimed at the prestigious Local Government Chronicle Awards 2009 .... |
| Older People Champion for Denbighshire | Denbighshire County Council has chosen its Older People's Champion.Councillor Bobby Feely of Ruthin will work to ensure that older people, regardless of age, will be recognised for the significant contribution they have made, still make and will... |
| 26/03/2009 | |
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| Road improvements scheduled for Llangollen streets | Denbighshire County Council is informing residents and visitors to Llangollen of plans to carry out works along the town’s Church Street and Bridge Street.The work is due to begin on April 20 and will involve resurfacing the road and improving... |
| 24/03/2009 | |
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| Recycling Expansion for Denbighshire | Denbighshire is set to become a cleaner, greener county with county communities set to benefit from an expansion of recycling services. There are currently 20,000 households in Rhyl, Prestatyn, St Asaph, Bodelwyddan, Rhuddlan and Dyserth on the... |
| Cycle to work challenge nears the end | The cycle to work challenge put forward by Denbighshire County Council and Cycle Experience at the beginning of March is drawing to a close.The challenge to encourage workers on the St Asaph Business Park and Ysbyty Glan Clwyd to leave their... |
| Green light for Rhyl sixth form plans | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed confirmation from Assembly Minister Jane Hutt that plans to re-organise sixth forms in Rhyl has been given the go-ahead.In February 2008, Denbighshire’s Cabinet agreed for the Council to consult on... |
| Giving salt the shakedown | Denbighshire Trading Standards officers have been out and about, issuing takeaway owners with a healthier option to their normal salt shakers.With fewer holes, these new salt shakers, which have been provided with a grant from Denbighshire’s... |
| Change of date and venue for feedback sessions announced | Denbighshire has announced changes of dates and venue where the public will have the opportunity to give feedback on the current parking arrangements in Rhyl.In November, the council introduced new on-street parking arrangements throughout the... |
| Kick off fixture on the cards for the all weather pitch | As the refurbishment of the all-weather pitch at Rhyl Leisure Centre nears completion, local sports groups and organisations are being offered a special discount as a thank you for their patience and co-operation during the works.The... |
| New Corporate Director takes up post | Hywyn Williams has joined Denbighshire County Council as its new Corporate Director - Lifelong Learning.Originally from Aberdaron but now lives in Ruthin, Hywyn joins Denbighshire from Wrexham County Borough Council where he was Chief Learning... |
| 23/03/2009 | |
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| Help at hand with council tax payments | Denbighshire County Council is informing residents struggling to pay their council tax in ten instalments they can now pay over 12 months.Annual bills sent out for the next financial year show that approximately 10% of all payments will be made... |
| 20/03/2009 | |
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| Sixth formers turn local history film buffs | Sixth formers at Ysgol Brynhyfryd, Ruthin have joined forces with community film makers, Lal and Huw Davies, to make a TV discussion-type programme contrasting the life of modern-day teenagers in Ruthin, with the lives of local teenagers in the... |
| Pupils turn detective in mock crime investigation | Youngsters at Ysgol Caer Drewyn, Corwen turned detective for the day to assist Crime Scene Investigators (CSI), uniformed police officers and detectives to solve a ‘mock’ crime. Pupils enthusiastically took part in the search for evidence,... |
| Leaders in Indesit talks with Deputy First Minister | Denbighshire County Council and Conwy County Borough Council Leaders met with the Deputy First Minister, Ieuan Wyn Jones, AM this morning to discuss the proposed closure of the Indesit plant at Bodelwyddan. The two Leaders welcomed the priority... |
| West Rhyl attraction makes headlines in the Far East | Rhyl's award winning Drift Park has been featured as a case study - in a Chinese design magazine.The feature looks at the history of the Drift Park, together with the design and landscape work which turned the former concrete area into an... |
| 19/03/2009 | |
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| Civic Trust wins for two Denbighshire sites | Rhyl’s Drift Park and Nantclwyd y Dre in Ruthin were successful at the Civic Trust Awards 2008 ceremony held at the Emirates Stadium, London last night (Wednesday, 18 March).The Drift Park received a Civic Trust Award and also a special award... |
| 18/03/2009 | |
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| Denbighshire – ‘Bringing the council closer to the community’ | Denbighshire County Council is set to introduce six area profiles as part of its efforts to forge closer links with residents and their communities. The Profiles will include local statistical data and feedback from community networks, local... |
| County roadworks | Denbighshire wants to keep residents and visitors as informed as possible about roadworks in the county. Here is the current roadworks update aimed at keeping you moving on the county’s roads. Listed below are the major roadworks scheduled for... |
| 17/03/2009 | |
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| Safety first on A539 | Denbighshire County Council is informing motorists of the introduction of a 50mph speed limit on the A539 Trevor – Llangollen road.In addition, a safety camera is due to be installed on 19 March. These measures have been introduced following a... |
| Public asked for views on Council’s Statement of Intent | Denbighshire County Council is asking the public for their views on a document which outlines the political strategic direction of the Council.At its meeting at County Hall, Ruthin, today (Tuesday, March 17) councillors agreed to consult on its... |
| 16/03/2009 | |
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| Prestatyn Town Council By-Election | The Returning Officer has announced that five candidates are to stand a by-election to represent the Central ward on Prestatyn Town Council . They are: BOURNE ,Gary AlexanderPENLINGTON , Paul (Welsh Liberal Democrats)PERCIVAL, Graham... |
| Feedback sessions announced for Rhyl parking | Denbighshire has announced dates where the public will have the opportunity to give feedback on the current parking arrangements in Rhyl.In November, the council introduced new on-street parking arrangements throughout the central area of Rhyl. ... |
| Rhyl’s street furniture to undergo facelift | Work is due to begin next week on giving the town centre’s street furniture a new lick of paint. Contractors will begin by stripping off the current blue paint, which will then be replaced with a more stylish black with gold trim. There is no... |
| Council welcomes Estyn | A pre-planned re-inspection of Denbighshire's education services and youth support services begins today (Monday, March 16) and is expected to last two weeks.During this time, Estyn inspectors will see how the Council has responded to the Estyn... |
| 13/03/2009 | |
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| Heritage and events in Denbighshire | Four great places to visit in 2009! Nantclwyd y Dre, Ruthin Gaol, Plas Newydd, Rhyl Museum Denbighshire has a wealth of historic houses and heritage attractions. It’s a diverse collection: Medieval town house, Victorian gaol, Gothicised... |
| Changes to Civic Amenity facilities | Denbighshire County Council is informing residents in Corwen and the Dee Valley that the Carrog Civic Amenity Site will be closed from 31 March 2009.The Environment Agency regulations now call for the drainage systems of all civic amenity sites... |
| Denbighshire celebrates success at Excellence Wales Awards | The authority was awarded honours for its Sub Regional Collaboration work for the way it has run a Wales Penalty Processing Partnership with Anglesey, Gwynedd and Wrexham local authorities. The Excellence Wales gala event was held at Venue... |
| Denbighshire scores a first in a Solution Oriented Schools programme | Bodnant Infants and Bodnant Juniors, Prestatyn, have become the first schools in Wales to take part in a ground breaking new way of working to improve management, teaching and learning. The Solution Oriented Schools programme (SOS) has... |
| 12/03/2009 | |
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| Calling all potential walk leaders! | Denbighshire is offering free walk leader training for volunteers across the county. Most of us are aware that we need to do more exercise, but the thought of having to exercise can be daunting. So here is an opportunity to ease yourself into... |
| 11/03/2009 | |
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| All aboard the cooking bus! | Pupils at Ysgol Gwaenynog and Ysgol Huelfre in Denbigh are in for a tasty treat this month when the Cooking Bus turns up between March 17th and 19th. This giant, hi-tech articulated lorry opens out into a spectacular purpose-built kitchen and... |
| Pont Telpyn latest | Denbighshire County Council is informing residents in Vale of Clwyd communities about the latest situation regarding a bridge which partially collapsed in September 2008.Consultants have carried out a survey on Pont Telpyn, which links the A525... |
| Craft Centre hosts prestigious arts event | Denbighshire County Council is proud to sponsor a prestigious reception being arranged by Arts and Business Wales, as well as providing Ruthin Craft Centre as a venue for the event.Arts and Business Cymru's Investment Programme reception (North... |
| 10/03/2009 | |
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| Council calls for Indesit meeting | Denbighshire County Council has called for urgent talks with the owners of Indesit, to discuss the company's plans to close their Bodelwyddan plant, with the loss of up to 305 jobs.A letter has been sent to the company's Chief Executive in... |
| Rhyl sixth form talks to continue | Denbighshire County Council will continue to hold discussions with teaching unions about the proposed re-organisation of sixth forms in Rhyl, despite proposed industrial action planned. Last month, Assembly Minister Jane Hutt announced she is... |
| Timely advice for the credit crunch | Denbighshire County Council funded advice services are responding tothe main effects of the economic recession: redundancies, working short time or on reduced hours or housing repossessionsImportant actions to take:Make sure you apply for... |
| 09/03/2009 | |
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| One day – three conferences | Denbighshire played host to three different conferences all on an educational theme on one day. Hundreds of delegates turned out for the conferences, with 140 participants spending a day at Coleg Llysfasi, where the conference focussed on the... |
| Essential roadworks planned in Rhyl | Denbighshire County Council is informing Rhyl residents of plans to resurface the one way section of Elwy Street in the town. The works are scheduled to begin on Sunday, March 15th and will take two weeks to complete. The Council is asking... |
| Groups benefit from community windfall | A pilot scheme aimed at promoting democracy and community engagement has seen four areas of Denbighshire each benefit from an investment windfall. The Denbighshire Local Service Board (LSB)sponsored 4 pilots in 2008/09 and each of the four areas... |
| 06/03/2009 | |
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| Best Bar None - Coming Soon To A Bar Near You | A national industry ‘oscars’ scheme for pubs and clubs is on its way to Conwy and Denbighshire, the first of its kind in North Wales and only the third initiative in Wales.Conwy and Denbighshire Councils' Joint Licensing Team will be... |
| Trip to the woods for Denbighshire youngsters | Youngsters from four Denbighshire primary schools will take a walk to the woods next week as part of a major conservation project.Pupils from Ysgol Glyndyfrdwy, Ysgol Caer Drewyn (Corwen), Ysgol Llandrillo and Ysgol Gwyddelwern will assist... |
| Denbighshire receives high honour from Fire and Rescue Service | North Wales Fire and Rescue Service held its Community Awards Ceremony which took place at the St George's Hotel, Llandudno, recently. The ceremony aimed at recognising members of staff, pertnership organisations and the community who have... |
| Change in county's nursery admissions policy announced | Parents and guardians of children in Denbighshire applying for nursery places for September 2009 are being informed of a change in the admissions policy.Following requests from headteachers and parents, as well as discussions with the Welsh... |
| 05/03/2009 | |
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| Chairman receives honorary fellowship by 'new' university | Glyndwr University, Wrexham has awarded the Office of the Chair of Denbighshire County Council with an honorary fellowship.Councillor Raymond Bartley, current Chair of the Council attended a recent ceremony at St Giles Parish Church, Wrexham... |
| County showcases young music talent | A feast of music will be on offer at three major concerts being staged by talented youngsters in Denbighshire over the next month.The first concert is being staged at Theatr John Ambrose, Ruthin on Tuesday, March 24 at 7pm. The concert will... |
| Big splash for swimming pool’s special milestone | Corwen Leisure Centre will be making a big splash to celebrate 35 years since opening of the town’s swimming pool.As part of the celebrations, Denbighshire Leisure Services are offering a free swim on Sunday, March 29 between 8.30am and... |
| Chairman lends support to Craft Centre Art Fund prize bid | The Chairman of Denbighshire County Council, Councillor Raymond Bartley, has congratulated Ruthin Craft Centre for reaching the final ten projects up for the prestigious Art Fund Prize award for museums and galleries.The Art Fund Prize... |
| 04/03/2009 | |
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| Lauren gets creative in fitness logo challenge | A pupil from Ysgol Emmanuel, Rhyl has come out tops in a logo design competition for a fitness project being launched next month.All primary schools in Denbighshire were invited to enter the competition for the F-Factor project.Following the... |
| Web poll supports CCTV success | Denbighshire’s CCTV Department continues to be vigilant in helping to make the county’s towns safer.And their hard work seems to be paying off following a recent web poll on Denbighshire’s website during February.The poll asked “Does CCTV make... |
| 03/03/2009 | |
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| Celebrating International Women's Day | To celebrate International Women's day Sophie Horton, artist in residence at Ruthin Craft Centre, will be giving an artists talk, which coincides with her exhibition "Ban Her" at Ruthin Gaol. It will take place at Ruthin Craft Centre, Park Road at... |
| Factoring in fathers in play sessions | Fathers are encouraged to join special play sessions in Rhyl and Denbigh, as part of Action for Children’s efforts to highlight the importance of children having an active male role model in their lives.The project promotes the equal role of... |
| Out and About guide hot off the press | Denbighshire Countryside Service has produced the 2009 edition of its ‘Out and About' guide.The booklet is packed with fun, hands-on, educational and healthy events for all the family to enjoy. Look out for the Heather and Hillforts theme... |
| Denbighshire expresses regret at Indesit plant closure | Shock news of the closure of the Indesit plant in Bodelwyddan, with the loss of 305 jobs, was met with great disappointment by Denbighshire County Council. Denbighshire’s Leader, Councillor Hugh Evans said: “We are bitterly disapppointed to hear... |
| 02/03/2009 | |
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| Two Denbighshire sites up for Civic Trust award | Rhyl’s Drift Park and Nantclwyd y Dre in Ruthin have been nominated for an award in the up coming Civic Trust award ceremony, which will be held at the Emirates Stadium, London, and will be hosted by the Civic Trust’s President, Griff Rhys Jones.... |
| Second chance to have your say | As part of the council’s commitment to the residents of Denbighshire, a second series of community forums will be held in April.Forums were last held in November in six locations across the county to give the residents of Denbighshire a chance... |
| Students make up mock management team | Students from Ysgol Glan Clwyd will put their decision making skills to the test at a special mock up management board being set up by Denbighshire County Council.The council, working in partnership with Gyrfa Cymru/Careers Wales, is offering 56... |
| Help “Ratty” protect his home! | A conservation project within the Wheeler Valley is looking to safeguard water vole populations in the area after experts warn they could become extinct in parts of North Wales within 10 years.This once common inhabitant of our waterways,... |
| 27/02/2009 | |
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| It’s party time for theYouthDen launch!! | Young people are invited to the Rhyl Pavilion on Saturday, March 21st, when YouthDen.com, the website for children and young people in Denbighshire, hosts its launch party. There will be a disco, buffet, stands, freebies, prizes, the internet... |
| Try cycling to work | Denbighshire has joined forces with the Cycle Experience to encourage workers on the St Asaph Business Park and Ysbyty Glan Clwyd to leave their cars at home and cycle to work.A “try-out day” was held on Saturday 21 February, where 38 intrepid... |
| 25/02/2009 | |
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| TV characters help Rhyl children celebrate St David’s Day | Popular characters from S4C children's programmes will be dropping in on a Rhyl playgroup later this week as part of St David's Day celebrations.Sam Tān and Sali Mali will visit the Language and Play group meeting at the Oak Tree Centre, Rhyl on... |
| Station shed to be demolished | Work is due to start this week on demolishing the old green station shed at Marine Lake.Since the completion of the Rhyl Steam Preservation Trust's new building in May 2007, their old locomotive shed became redundant. The shed is located on... |
| 24/02/2009 | |
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| Drainage works in the pipeline | Work is due to begin on upgrading a drainage system on a country road in Denbighshire.The work at Segrwyd near Nantglyn is due to begin next week and will reduce the risk of flooding to properties at the location. The scheme, costing £282,000... |
| Council supporting county business pledge | Denbighshire County Council has pledged its support to county businesses during the current global financial climate by instigating a review of all council procedures relating to the purchasing of goods and services.Leader of the Council,... |
| Council Tax figures agreed | Denbighshire County Council has confirmed its budget for the 2009/2010 financial year. At a meeting at County Hall, Ruthin, today (Tuesday, February 24), councillors ratified the council tax budget and Leader, Hugh Evans, said he was pleased... |
| 23/02/2009 | |
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| Housing renewal work is back on track | Denbighshire County Council is pleased to announce that work on properties being renovated as part of renewal area programmes has restarted following news that one of the firms carrying out the work had gone into administration. PT Ltd, which... |
| Two Denbighshire sites up for Civic Trust award | Rhyl’s Drift Park and Nantclwyd y Dre in Ruthin have been nominated for an award in the up coming Civic Trust award ceremony, which will be held at the Emirates Stadium, London, and will be hosted by the Civic Trust’s President, Griff Rhys Jones.... |
| 20/02/2009 | |
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| Llangollen Bus Stops Improvements | Work on improvements to the bus hub in Llangollen town centre is due to get underway in the first week of March and scheduled for three weeks.The project will involve moving existing bus stops on Market Street to Parade Street, with the... |
| Notice of by-election | Denbighshire County Council is informing people of a by-election that will take place for a vacant seat to represent the Central Ward on Prestatyn Town Council.The by-election will take place on Thursday, 9 April 2009. If the election is... |
| Education resources launched for country park | A new education resource pack produced for Loggerheads Country Park in Denbighshire has been launched. The new Welsh National Curriculum emphasises the importance of the ‘Outdoor Classroom’ and these new resources for Key Stages 2 and 3... |
| 18/02/2009 | |
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| Attendance figures on the up in Denbighshire’s primary schools | Denbighshire is heading to the top of the class for attendance figures after the National Assembly announced the latest figures for primary school attendance in 2007-08. The statistics were released yesterday (Wednesday) and showed school... |
| Community urged to get involved in Denbighshire heritage project | Denbighshire Countryside Service and the Corwen Partnership are urging the local community to get involved in the work of protecting one of county’s ancient hillforts.Caer Drewyn hillfort looms over the town of Corwen and a Friends of Caer... |
| 17/02/2009 | |
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| Invite to discuss Prestatyn’s new school | An invite has been extended to anyone who wishes to attend a meeting at Ysgol Clawdd Offa to share views on how the project to design, build and open the new school was run over the past 4 years. The meeting will be led by a consultant from the... |
| 12/02/2009 | |
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| Update on sixth form provision in Rhyl | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed confirmation from Assembly Minister Jane Hutt that plans to re-organise sixth form provision in Rhyl look likely to be given the go-ahead. In February 2008, Denbighshire’s Cabinet agreed for the Council... |
| Council reassures Renewal Area property owners | Denbighshire County Council is reassuring residents currently having their properties renovated as part of renewal area programmes that works will continue as soon as possible.This follows news that PT Ltd, who were working on the Group Repair... |
| Bollards installed in resort car park following speed complaints | Denbighshire County Council has set up bollards in a Prestatyn car park in a bid to stop some drivers using the location to drive at excessive speeds.Residents living near the Nova West car park near the town's promenade have complained to the... |
| 11/02/2009 | |
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| Parking restrictions feedback sessions in the pipeline | Two public feedback sessions will be arranged by Denbighshire County Council for people wanting to have their say on new parking restrictions introduced in Rhyl in late 2008. The Council believes that the restrictions introduced have resulted in... |
| 10/02/2009 | |
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| Readers and writers to meet in historic settings | An event to bring local readers and writers together will take place in two of Ruthin’s most historic buildings.Write Minds will take place on Saturday, 28 February at Nantclwyd y Dre and Ruthin Library.Mike Parker, author of The Rough Guide to... |
| Council concerned at temporary closure of village PO | Denbighshire County Council has expressed concern at news at the closure of the Post Office branch at Melin y Wig.The branch closed on February 5 following the resignation of the sub-postmasterThe Post Office has offered assurances that it... |
| Council tribute to frontline staff braving wintry conditions | Denbighshire County Council has paid tribute to its teams of staff that have battled extreme winter conditions to keep the county's motorists on the move. Recent days have seen heavy snowfall and ice affecting the Denbighshire region, but... |
| Council updated on safeguarding children progress | Councillors in Denbighshire have been updated on progress being made with issues around safeguarding children in the county. Recent events linked to the death of ‘Baby P’ in the London Borough of Haringey have generated review activities for... |
| Low council tax increase agreed by Council | Denbighshire County Council has agreed its budget for the 2009/2010 financial year and has reaffirmed its commitment to keeping council tax increases low. At a meeting at County Hall, Ruthin today (Tuesday, February 10), councillors agreed a... |
| 09/02/2009 | |
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| Cernyw swims his way to success | A Denbighshire teenager swam his way to success at a recent national competition.13 year old Cernyw Evans, a pupil at Ysgol Brynhyfryd (Ruthin), celebrated coming first in two finals at the Urdd national swimming competition, held recently in... |
| Look after the vulnerable during wintry conditions | Denbighshire Social Services is issuing a timely reminder for residents to look after elderly people during this prolonged cold, wintry spell.As snow and icy conditions continue to affect the region, vulnerable people may suffer from poor health... |
| Council responds to court case | On Friday, February 6, Anita Ashley of Coral Springs, Llandegla was found guilty on three counts of causing unnecessary suffering to animals and was cleared of a further five charges.Duncan Lloyd of Ty Newydd, Llandegla had already admitted to a... |
| Calling all lifeguards! | Denbighshire is looking to recruit qualified lifeguards to patrol the county’s beaches this summer and ensure the safety of visitors throughout the season and has organised an awareness session to help potential candidates.The Council’s Maritime... |
| Denbighshire’s good work recognised by WAG | The good work taking place with older people in Denbighshire has been recognised by the Welsh Assembly Government (WAG).Sandra Jones, in her capacity as Older People's Strategy Development Officer and Chair of the Denbighshire Dignity in Care and... |
| Water load of fun on offer at polo sessions | A splashing time is on the cards for youngsters interested in taking up free water polo sessions in Denbighshire. The sessions, open to 8-16 year olds, are held at the following locations:· Denbigh Leisure Centre, Tuesday and Saturday, from... |
| 06/02/2009 | |
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| Are your eyes fit to drive? | Denbighshire is supporting an initiative launched recently by the North Wales Road Safety Group.“Are your eyes fit to drive?” aims to raise awareness amongst drivers of the importance of regular eyesight checks. There are indications that more... |
| “Decision” time for Denbighshire pupils | Denbighshire pupils will be given the opportunity to watch a play which is aimed at helping them become more aware about themselves as safe road users. From 23 to 27 February, ‘The Decision’ will be performed in different schools throughout... |
| 05/02/2009 | |
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| Council welcomes prison announcement | Council welcomes prison announcementDenbighshire County Council has welcomed news that a prison is to be located in North Wales.Earlier today (Thursday), the Prisons Minister David Hanson confirmed that a prison will be located at Griffiths... |
| 02/02/2009 | |
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| Ysgol Pentrecelyn celebrates inspection success | Ysgol Pentrecelyn is a homely, caring and inclusive community” according to a recent Estyn report. The report celebrates the richness of opportunities offered at this small rural school, as well as offering valuable guidance for the... |
| Crematorium plans submitted | Denbighshire County Council has received a planning application for a crematorium on land to the west of Rhuallt near St Asaph.The application from Mercia Crematoria Developments of Oxfordshire includes associated landscaping, vehicular access... |
| Denbighshire singer Mark congratulated on success | Denbighshire County Council has congratulated Eurovision hopeful Mark Evans for making the final of the BBC talent show ‘Your Country Needs You’. After the public vote, the Denbighshire-born singer finished in third position. He was very close... |
| New tourism campaign gets underway | A new tourism campaign kicks off this month in a drive to bring more visitors to Denbighshire, Wrexham and Flintshire.The three counties – known collectively as the North Wales Borderlands – work together to promote the area as a tourist... |
| Special honour for Council’s revenues and benefits staff | Denbighshire County Council’s Revenues and Benefits teams are celebrating being awarded a special honour.The teams have been honoured with the Charter Mark status for the third year running and it’s the first time for any revenues and benefits... |
| 30/01/2009 | |
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| Wintry blast weather warning | Denbighshire County Council is urging the county's residents to beware of potentially wintry weather likely to affect the region early next week.The Met Office has warned of a moderate risk of severe weather affecting many parts of the country... |
| Bid for sports development funds | Sports and community groups in Denbighshire are invited to apply for a share of a funding available to promote sports in the county.The Community Chest Grant is available through Denbighshire County Council, in partnership with the Sports... |
| Volunteers needed for underage sales test | Denbighshire County Council is on the lookout for youngsters interested in working with Trading Standards and the Police to carry out test purchase exercises on age restricted goods.Volunteers are needed between the ages of 13 and 14 and a half... |
| 29/01/2009 | |
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| Txt Council @touch of button | Getting in touch with Denbighshire County Council has been made even easier with the introduction of a brand new texting service.Using their mobile phone, customers can text 07800 140088 with their Council related enquiry or request for... |
| Rogue landlords warning | Private landlords in Denbighshire who fail to comply with strict housing regulations could find themselves up before the courts.During 2008, Denbighshire County Council's Housing Enforcement team carried out 235 inspections following complaints... |
| 28/01/2009 | |
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| Eurovision fever comes to the Vale of Clwyd | Pupils at Ysgol Bro Cinmeirch, Llanrhaeadr had a taste of stardom today as they welcomed Eurovision hopeful Mark Evans home to the Vale of Clwyd.Mark, a former pupil of Ysgol Bro Cinmeirch and Ysgol Uwchradd Glan Clwyd, originally from... |
| 27/01/2009 | |
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| County celebrates fairtrade renewal success | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news that the county is to keep its Fairtrade status.The Denbighshire Fairtrade Coalition, made up of numerous groups and individuals, meets up to six times a year to discuss the promotion of fairtrade... |
| Ysgol Clawdd Offa – project feedback needed | Were you involved in the project to create Ysgol Clawdd Offa, the brand new primary school in Prestatyn – if so, Denbighshire County Council would like to hear from you.This was the first brand new school to be built in the county since the... |
| Comments and complaints – final chance to have your say | Comments and complaints – final chance to have your sayTime is running out for Denbighshire residents who want to have their say on a new comments and complaints procedure that's being developed by Denbighshire County Council as part of on-going... |
| Lifestyle performance on schools' stage | A theatre performance about lifestyle issues takes centre stage at Denbighshire high schools, as part of a county tour (starting Wednesday, 28 January).Diverse Arts by the Colwyn Bay Company will be performed at Ysgol Glan Clwyd (St Asaph), St... |
| Denbighshire’s cabinet budget proposal | Denbighshire’s cabinet met today (Tuesday) and has agreed budget proposals to put before full council.If full council agree these proposals, this could mean a council tax increase of 3% for Denbighshire’s residents. Cabinet noted the... |
| Green light for Council’s education policies | Denbighshire County Council’s plans to modernise education have been formally approved by the Council’s Cabinet. At a meeting at County Hall today (Tuesday, 27 January), Cabinet members endorsed the policies. The policies identify models for... |
| Denbighshire’s cabinet decide on parking charges | Denbighshire’s cabinet met today (Tuesday) and agreed changes which will simplify parking charges and encourage local people, and visitors, to use the town centres. Council officers have been looking for opportunities to improve the economic... |
| 26/01/2009 | |
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| Heritage Days keep on growing | Get your diaries out and mark the dates for three important weekends next September.The Denbighshire Heritage Open Days (formerly the Vale of Clwyd Heritage Open Days) have added a weekend so you can explore Llangollen as well as Denbigh and... |
| 23/01/2009 | |
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| Council issues fly-tipping warning | Robust enforcement action will be taken against those individuals responsible for incidents of fly-tipping in Denbighshire. The warning comes after several fixed penalty notices and cautions were issued by Denbighshire County Council after... |
| Bridge repair update | Design work is underway on a project to restore a Vale of Clwyd bridge which partially collapsed last year.Denbighshire County Council has made funding available for the designs to be prepared for the work on Pont Telpyn that links the A525 at... |
| Scheme to assist those facing home repossession | Are you a homeowner in mortgage difficulties and in danger of having your home repossessed? If so, there is a national scheme funded by the Welsh Assembly Government which may be able to help you. The scheme can help people in one of two ways... |
| 22/01/2009 | |
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| Taste of Welsh life for Carlos | A Spanish journalist has been given a taste of Welsh life as part of a scheme which offers students and professionals throughout Europe the chance to live and work abroad for three months.The Leonardo da Vinci programme is run in Wales by ECTARC... |
| Major exhibition showcased at Craft Centre | Denbighshire County Council is informing visitors to Ruthin Craft Centre about the new and outstanding ‘ Age of Experience’ exhibition taking place from 24 January – 29 March: The exhibition will feature the works of 15 senior British artists... |
| 21/01/2009 | |
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| Tidy Towns in Denbighshire | The ‘Tidy Towns’ initiative has arrived in Denbighshire. This scheme is funded through the Welsh Assembly Government ‘Tidy Towns’ in partnership with Local Town and Community Councils. The project aims to help the people of Wales take... |
| Council answers residents' library concerns | Denbighshire County Council is setting the record straight regarding the future of Rhuddlan Library.The authority has received several calls from members of the public, asking whether the Library is set to close in April.The proposal to close... |
| 20/01/2009 | |
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| Council nominates representatives for wind farm inquiry | Denbighshire County Council has nominated two councillors to represent the authority at a forthcoming public inquiry, following the refusal of plans for a wind farm near the Brenig reservoir.The plans were for the construction of 13 wind turbine... |
| County’s future development plans under debate | Up to 450 individuals or organisations had their say on proposals for future planning developments in Denbighshire.At a meeting of the full Council today (Tuesday, January 19), councillors were given a summary of the responses received as part... |
| Author meets Llangollen bookworms | Young bookworms in Llangollen and surrounding areas are invited to come and meet a top children's author at Llangollen Library next month.Elen Caldecott will be visiting the library on Saturday, 7 February between 11am and 12.15pm.Local author... |
| Extending the Gofal scheme in Denbighshire | An innovative pilot scheme which allows vulnerable people to regain and maintain their independence through a variety of community based services is to expand following news of funding available to appoint a scheme co-ordinator. The Gofal scheme... |
| Education policies move a step closer | Draft policies which set out how Denbighshire County Council plans to modernise education in the county are a step closer to becoming a reality.At a meeting of the Full Council today (Tuesday, 20 January), councillors endorsed the policies and a... |
| Joint Police and Trading Standards protocol launched | North Wales Police and Trading Standards from the six local authorities across the force will launch a joint protocol when dealing with rogue traders and distraction burglars.The launch takes place at the force communications centre in St Asaph... |
| 19/01/2009 | |
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| Your say needed on comments and complaints blueprint | Denbighshire County Council is asking the county's residents to have their say on a new comments and complaints procedure that's being developed as part of on-going efforts to improve the customer experience.The draft policy looks at... |
| New wildlife habitat planned for cycle route | Volunteers are offering a helping hand to Denbighshire Countryside Service this week (commencing Monday, January 19) as part of a conservation project to create more habitats for wildlife and plant species along a popular cycle route.The cycle... |
| County launches tourism marketing push | Denbighshire County Council’s tourism team has launched a marketing campaign to encourage British holidaymakers to consider taking their well-earned annual break in the county.The tourism industry is currently reporting a boom in British... |
| School governors events on council's timetable | Denbighshire County Council is informing school governors of two important events coming up in the term calendar.The Denbighshire Chair of Governors Forum, set up to improve communication between the Council and schools, will be hosting its... |
| Winter weather warning | Denbighshire County Council is warning residents to beware of wintry conditions that are forecast to affect the region over the coming days.Wintry showers are expected, with the risk of snow affecting upland areas of the county and with sub-zero... |
| 16/01/2009 | |
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| County roadworks to begin | Denbighshire County Council is informing motorists of roadworks due to begin later this month.Resurfacing works will begin on Monday 26 January for up to four weeks on the A525 at Trefnant (from the traffic lights to the junction with the... |
| Council says no to benefit fraud | Denbighshire County Council has warned it will not tolerate benefit fraud in the county.During 2008, the Council's Benefit Fraud Team secured nine convictions, some of which were joint prosecutions with the Department for Work and... |
| 14/01/2009 | |
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| Llangollen prepares to welcome the world | Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod, one of the world’s largest global celebrations of music and dance, is to play host to a glittering array of new and established international stars. They will join 4000 competitors from all over the... |
| Food safety inspections on Council's menu | Food safety is on top of the menu for Denbighshire County Council's Food safety team as it continues to take robust action against businesses that fail to comply with strict food safety regulations.Since April 1st, 2008, the team has undertaken... |
| Jamie heads up leisure post | Denbighshire County Council has appointed its first Head of Leisure Services.Jamie Groves took up his post in the New Year and is responsible for all aspects of leisure, including leisure centres, sports development, active young people, active... |
| 12/01/2009 | |
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| Water-saving school praised by industry | A Prestatyn primary school has been awarded for its environmentally friendly efforts to save the use of water.A state of the art harvesting system has been introduced at Ysgol Clawdd Offa, as part of the sustainability elements of the school’s... |
| Another regeneration boost for Prestatyn | The recent work to regenerate Prestatyn's Central Beach area has been boosted with news of a further injection of major Welsh Assembly Government investment.Denbighshire County Council Area Regeneration and Investment Team has been awarded... |
| 09/01/2009 | |
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| Green Lane now open to traffic | Denbighshire County Council is informing motorists that major works to repair a bridge along Green Lane, Corwen have now been completed and the road re-opened to the public.Over recent months, the Council's bridges section carried out bridge... |
| Special birthday for Ysgol Carrog | A Dee Valley school is gearing up to celebrate a special milestone in its history.Ysgol Carrog near Corwen celebrates its 100th birthday in February and a host of activities are being arranged to mark the special occasion.On Friday, February... |
| Celebrating a winning year for exercise referral | Participants in the WINNERS Scheme, came together to celebrate its first year, with a nordic walk in Llandegla Forest. Nordic walking is just one of the activities organised by the Welsh Assembly funded National Exercise Referral Scheme in... |
| 08/01/2009 | |
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| Trading Standards survey puts travel agents’ windows under scrutiny | A survey carried out by Trading Standards officers in North Wales in 2008 highlighted concerns with the accuracy of advertisements for holidays placed in travel agents’ windows. In a mystery shopping exercise carried out in 37 travel agents... |
| 07/01/2009 | |
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| Schools closed due to ice - an update | All but one of the schools closed in Denbighshire due to the icy conditions on Wednesday are expected to re-open tomorrow (Thursday). Four schools were fully closed: Ysgol Llanbedr Dyffryn Clwyd, St Brigid's School (Denbigh), Ysgol Borthyn... |
| 06/01/2009 | |
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| School closures due to icy conditions - Wednesday's update | All but one of the schools closed in Denbighshire due to the icy conditions on Wednesday are expected to re-open tomorrow (Thursday).For further information on which schools are affected please follow this link. Meanwhile, the Council has... |
| Thieves target school oil tank | Denbighshire County Council has criticised those responsible for stealing oil used for heating a Vale of Clwyd school. Thieves targeted the oil tank located outside Ysgol Rhewl near Ruthin sometime over the Christmas and New Year period and the... |
| Council welcomes Euro funding boost | A Denbighshire County Council -led project is one of twenty four European projects that have been successful in obtaining a share of a 39.5 million euro funding boost. The Council is the lead partner of the Cantata2 project, which focuses on... |
| Schools closed due to icy conditions - update | Four Denbighshire schools are expected to be fully closed tomorrow (Wednesday) as the cold weather continues to affect the region.Click here for the latest information.Meanwhile, the Council is informing residents that the icy conditions... |
| 05/01/2009 | |
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| Students learn about climate change | Climate change and green issues were on the timetable for students at Ysgol Brynhyfryd, Ruthin at a recent event attended by Denbighshire County Council.Students learnt about the different international policies applied worldwide and in the... |
| County residents urged to sign up for free home fire safety check | Denbighshire County Council is urging the county's residents to take advantage of a free home fire safety check offered by North Wales Fire and Rescue Service, as part on-going efforts to reduce deaths and serious injuries resulting from fires... |
| A timely reminder | Denbighshire is reminding bus passengers in Rhyl of the temporary arrangements while the Bus Station undergoes a major refurbishment as of January 5. The Bus Station is due to be closed for approximately nine months while the work is carried... |
| Go greener in 2009 | Denbighshire County Council is encouraging the county's residents to make a resolution to reduce, re-use and recycle in 2009.Homes across the county are recycling at a record level - 33% of all household waste is now being either recycled or... |
| Take the Pole Position to get fit! | The latest outdoor fitness craze has come to Denbighshire! Denbighshire Countryside Services are now offering free taster sessions for nordic walking.Nordic walking was originally a summer training method for cross-country skiers in the 1930’s.... |
| Icy conditions | Five schools in Denbighshire are due to close tomorrow (Tuesday, January 6) due to the current icy conditions. For the latest information, please click here. They are Ysgol Brynhyfryd, Ysgol Pen Barras and Rhos Street School (all Ruthin) and... |
| 02/01/2009 | |
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| Where do you stand with unwanted and faulty Christmas gifts? | If you receive unwanted, inappropriate or ill-fitting presents this Christmas, you may think you are entitled to an exchange or a refund but this isn’t an automatic right advises Consumer Direct Wales.Legally, you are only entitled to a refund... |
| 29/12/2008 | |
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| County’s refuse reminder | Denbighshire County Council is reminding the county’s residents of refuse and recycling collection arrangements over Christmas and New Year.There will be no collection of domestic refuse in the week starting Monday, December 22nd. The next... |
| 24/12/2008 | |
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| Craft Centre to temporarily close for 'tweaking' works | Denbighshire County Council is informing visitors to Ruthin Craft Centre that the building will close temporarily in January 2009, to allow essential outstanding minor works to be completed.The Centre will be closed to the public from Thursday,... |
| 19/12/2008 | |
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| Christmas cheer on the menu for Leader | Christmas came early for youngsters at Ysgol Bro Famau, Llanarmon yn Ial, who enjoyed tucking into a hearty Christmas dinner with Denbighshire County Council’s Leader, Hugh Evans. Councillor Evans has been out and about spending time at... |
| And the health award goes to......Ysgol Cefn Meiriadog | A Denbighshire school is celebrating being awarded a top healthy schools honour - the third time for the school to be given the accolade.Over recent months, staff and pupils at Ysgol Cefn Meiriadog near St Asaph have been busy working on... |
| 11/12/2008 | |
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| Christmas Pops | More than 800 people were rocking in the aisles at a Rhyl Church on Sunday December 7 for a special pop concert.The annual Christmas Pops event raised over £500 for local disadvantaged children. X Factor finalist Andy Abraham topped the bill... |
| 10/12/2008 | |
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| Christmas message from the Leader and Chairman | Christmas message from the LeaderIt has been a busy year for the Council, one which has seen a lot of change with the elections on May 1st seeing new faces joining the council.A number of projects have got off the ground in the county over the... |
| Llangollen helps position Denbighshire as the County of Culture | Get ready for a glittering evening at the annual Thousand Christmas Voices concert, which takes place this Sunday (14 December) at Denbighshire County Council’s Royal International Pavilion in Llangollen. With an exciting programme of events... |
| 09/12/2008 | |
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| European trip prize for Denbighshire student | A student from Ysgol Dinas Bran, Llangollen has returned from a trip to Strasbourg after being named one of two UK finalists in a prestigious competition arranged by the European Commission.David Tuxworth, a Year 13 student, was awarded the... |
| County’s street lighting team honoured at national awards | Denbighshire’s Street Lighting team is delighted to have been recognised as the best performing street lighting team in the country. It was awarded for the Association of Public Service Excellence (APSE) at the annual ceremony recently held in... |
| Library books amnesty success | Since Denbighshire Library Service held its book amnesty in July, over 1,100 books that had been overdue for six weeks or more have been returned by borrowers. The Library Service and the Revenues Department have been working together to ensure... |
| 08/12/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire teams up with other councils on National Fraud Initiative | Denbighshire has teamed up with Gwynedd, Conwy and Anglesey Councils to inform residents about the National Fraud Initiative (NFI).NFI is a data matching exercise to assist in the prevention and detection of fraud. The Auditor General requires... |
| Council sets record straight on children in care performance | Denbighshire County Council would like to set the record straight about reports in the press regarding the authority's performance in children in care services and to emphasise the increasingly good progress being made in performance. The... |
| 02/12/2008 | |
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| Eyes and ears on school safety this Christmas | Organisers of the School Watch initiative in Denbighshire are asking for your help this Christmas.They want residents to report any acts of vandalism, burglaries or anti-social behaviour around the county's schools during the Christmas... |
| Christmas is coming… | Get in the festive spirit and join Denbighshire County Council for its annual carol service at St Asaph Cathedral on Tuedsay, December 9 at 7pm.The school choir from Ysgol Pant Pastynog will be performing, as well as the Denbighshire Wind band,... |
| 28/11/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire pupils unite against domestic violence | ‘Please Stop!’ is the message from Denbighshire’s schoolchildren, who have been helping to raise awareness against domestic violence To support White Ribbon day on Tuesday, Women's Aid staff worked with pupils from Ysgol Bodnant, Penmorfa, Rhyl... |
| Top honour for Blessed Edward Jones PA | Jean Poole, who is PA to Blessed Edwards Jones’ headteacher, Catherine Britton, has been recognised at national level for her dedication to her work and the school as a whole. Jean, who has worked at the Rhyl school for 25 years, was one of 34... |
| Rhyl’s Drift Park awarded a 2008 Landscape Institute honour | Denbighshire County Council is delighted to have been given a Highly Commended Award in the 2008 Landscape Institute Awards for the regeneration of Rhyl’s Drift Park.The Award is for the category of sites between 1 and 5 hectares. It is awarded... |
| County results improve faster than Welsh average | Denbighshire's GCSE performance is on the up.Figures released by the Welsh Assembly Government show the GCSE (5 A*-C) pass rate in the county in 2008 was 50.9%, an improvement of 3.8% from the previous year. This rate of improvement was the 5th... |
| Estate Agents across North Wales complying with new Home Information Pack Regulations | A survey carried out by Trading Standards Officers in North Wales in 2008 highlighted that the majority of Estate Agents are complying with new Home Information Pack Regulations that were introduced on the 1st of August 2007. 53 Estate Agents... |
| 27/11/2008 | |
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| LDP information evenings in council’s diary | Denbighshire County Council has organised drop-in sessions in Rhyl, Bodelwyddan and St Asaph, to inform people about the Key Strategic sites that are being considered for inclusion in the county’s Local Development Plan.The events are being... |
| Minister to officially open Ruthin Craft Centre | The new £4.4m Ruthin Craft Centre will be opened on 1st December by Heritage Minister Alun Ffred Jones.Denbighshire County Council will be represented at the opening by Councillor Raymond Bartley. Representatives of the Arts Council of Wales,... |
| 26/11/2008 | |
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| Text scam warning | Denbighshire Trading Standards is warning consumers to be aware of a scam involving text messages informing people they have a parcel awaiting delivery. The text message reads: “!! URGENT!! Large parcel awaiting delivery, please call now on... |
| 25/11/2008 | |
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| Get involved in modernising the county’s education | Members of Denbighshire’s Cabinet have agreed plans to consult with the public on policies to modernise education in the county. Informal consultation has already taken place with the county’s headteachers and their comments and feedback have... |
| Council responds positively to Wales Audit Office report | Denbighshire County Council has accepted the broad findings and recommendations of the Wales Audit Report into the county's governance, published today (Tuesday, November 25). The Leader and Acting Chief Executive of the Council have met with... |
| Denbighshire condemns arson attack on North Wales Hospital | Denbighshire has heavily criticised those responsible for what is believed to have been an arson attack that left parts of the main Grade 2 listed building at the former North Wales Hospital, Denbigh, gutted by fire sometime in the early hours of... |
| Your voice needed on nature reserve development | Denbighshire County Council and the Rhuddlan Environment Group are inviting the town’s residents to have their say on the development of a local nature reserve.Project proposals are on show at the local library and the comments or suggestions... |
| Green light for Tesco retail development | At a full council meeting today (Tuesday, November 25), Denbighshire councillors approved plans to develop a Tesco store on the former Kwik Save site in Denbigh.Cathco Property Group Ltd had submitted plans to build the store on Station Yard,... |
| 24/11/2008 | |
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| Slower speeds spells school safety | The introduction of a 20mph speed limit on the approach to two Rhyl schools is one of a host of road safety measures to be introduced in the new year.Denbighshire County Council has been successful in securing funding for the scheme through the... |
| Christmas fun at Ruthin Gaol and Rhyl Museum | Come and see Father Christmas in his grotto at Ruthin Gaol on Saturday 6th December between 11am and 4pm. Children will receive a present and can take part in making festive, glittery cards and decorations. Admission is £3.50 per child. On... |
| Ancient stone appeal uncovers historic facts | An appeal by Denbighshire County Council about an inscribed stone found on the Penycloddiau Hillfort in the Clwydian Range has uncovered more information about the soldier responsible for the inscription.The stone was uncovered by... |
| Denbighshire needs you! | There has been a steady flow of residents signing up for the Citizens’ Panel over the last few months but the Council still needs more willing volunteers to help shape the future direction of council services.Councillor Sharon Frobisher, Cabinet... |
| 20/11/2008 | |
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| Commissioner to visit Rhyl extra care scheme | Ruth Marks, Wales’ Older People's Commissioner, will pay a special visit to a brand new facility being developed in Denbighshire that will allow older people to live independently in their own home, but with care and support on offer 24 hours a... |
| Last chance for panto tickets! | Time is running out for young people to win tickets for a star studded pantomime.YouthDen.com, the website for children and young people in Denbighshire, is offering a family ticket for “Sleeping Beauty” which stars Ruth Madoc and Sonia.The... |
| Gritters at the ready for Arctic blast! | Weather forecasters are predicting Arctic conditions across the UK this weekend and helping to keep the county’s motorists moving through the winter months, Denbighshire’s fleet management team are making sure every gritter is ready for action.... |
| County's lighting team streets ahead | County's lighting team streets aheadDenbighshire's Street Lighting team is one of the best performing street lighting teams in the country - and that's official.For the third successive year, Denbighshire is in the top five best performing... |
| 19/11/2008 | |
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| Council launches benefits awareness initiative | Wake up! and Take up! is the message from Denbighshire’s Benefits department as it writes to council tax payers, advising them of financial assistance available with council tax payments and rent costs.Information being issued by the Council... |
| Christmas Pops 2008 | Come along and join the fun at this year’s Annual Christmas Pops Concert in Rhyl.Sit back and listen to the velvet-toned voice of Andy Abraham. Andy won the hearts of over 9 million X Factor viewers each week with his incredible vocal talents... |
| Is your electric blanket safe? | Denbighshire’s Trading Standards and Public Protection department has issued the following advice for anyone who has an electric blanket or is thinking of buying one now the colder weather has arrived. · Before use you should check that... |
| 18/11/2008 | |
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| Feast of cultural talent on theatre stage | Denbighshire County Council would like to congratulate the organisers of a major cultural festival hosted in the county over the weekend for a successful event.The Vale of Clwyd was the host area of the Gwyl Gerdd Dant, with competitions held at... |
| Essential roadworks planned in Rhyl | Denbighshire County Council is informing Rhyl residents of plans to resurface the one way section of Bath Street and Brighton Road later this month.The works are scheduled to begin on Sunday, November 23 and will take two weeks to complete.... |
| Off road or off limits? | Denbighshire wants to raise awareness that off-road motorcycling on some of the more popular routes in the area may result in a criminal record.As Christmas approaches, a quad bike or off-road motorbike may seem like a wonderful gift, but where... |
| 17/11/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire successes at Network She awards | Network She had their first gala awards dinner in DeVere St Davids Hotel, Ewloe. At the event, Network She and the business community rewarded business women from North Wales and the North West for their achievements - excelling in their chosen... |
| Christmas is coming… | Get in the festive spirit and join Denbighshire County Council for its annual carol service at St Asaph Cathedral on Tuedsay, December 9 at 7pm. The school choir from Ysgol Pant Pastynog will be performing, as well as the Denbighshire Wind band,... |
| Denbighshire supports National Consumer Week | Denbighshire Trading Standards would like to remind consumers that this week is National Consumer Week 2008. This is the 18th annual consumer awareness week and is organised by the Trading Standards Institute. The aim is to raise awareness of... |
| Denbighshire announces road improvements | Denbighshire County Council is proposing a transport grant funded improvement scheme that extends from Cwm Road to the A547 in Dyserth. It is anticipated that the works will commence early December and continue for a period of 4 months. The... |
| County residents give thumbs up to environmental crime enforcement | Environmental crime such as dog fouling, fly tipping and littering are issues that concern residents, according to a recent survey carried out by Denbighshire County Council.511 people responded to the survey:· 425 said the council should be... |
| 14/11/2008 | |
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| Community councillor elected for Rhyl Foryd | Michael Colin Espley (Welsh Conservatives) has been elected community councillor to represent Rhyl Foryd ward on Rhyl Town Council.The results of the election, held on Thursday, November 13 were:ARMSTRONG, Ian William (Labour Party... |
| Electronic bus passes going live | New 'Smartcards' bus passes, complete with electronic microchip are now being delivered to eligible bus pass holders in DenbighshireThe new passes, produced by the Welsh Assembly Government, will have a unique serial number and special... |
| County's secondary school attendance breaks into top 10 | Attendance rates at Denbighshire's secondary schools are on the up.Statistics released by the Welsh Assembly Government show attendance levels were 91.2% during the 2007/08 academic year, ranking Denbighshire joint 8th of all 22 local... |
| Council team celebrates national shortlisting success | Denbighshire County Council has congratulated its Sundry Debtors Team for making the final of a prestigious local government awards. The Sundry Debtor team (Revenues) was shortlisted for the Local Government Chronicle Best Exchequer Function... |
| 13/11/2008 | |
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| Acting Chief Executive | Following the departure of the previous Chief Executive, Alan Evans is now the Acting Chief Executive. Plans will shortly be put in place to start the process of recruiting a new Chief Executive. ... |
| Flooding drop - in centre arranged for Rhyl residents | Residents living in areas of Rhyl that are prone to flooding are being invited to share information that will help gain a better understanding of the problem locally.People who have experienced either internal or external flooding during periods... |
| 12/11/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire Annual Water Polo Championship | The first Denbighshire Annual Water Polo Championships was held recently at Denbigh Leisure Centre. The championship was organised as part of the Welsh Assembly Government Free swim initiative in conjunction with Denbighshire County Council... |
| Denbighshire supports National Road Safety Week | Denbighshire Road Safety and Transport teams are supporting the UK National Road Safety Week this week.The two teams have joined forces to promote good behaviour on buses and good and safe road crossing after getting off a bus.Every primary... |
| Minister’s visit to Denbighshire school | Education Minister, Jane Hutt, will be visiting Christchurch School in Rhyl on Thursday, 13 November. The school has been picked as an example of good practice for the Foundation Phase. This follows an Estyn monitoring visit in May when Estyn... |
| 11/11/2008 | |
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| Support for coastal leisure facilities | Significant challenges facing Clwyd Leisure Ltd in light of the current economic climate were discussed by Denbighshire's Corporate Governance committee meeting today (Tuesday).The company, which runs the Sun Centre and Skytower in Rhyl, the... |
| 10/11/2008 | |
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| Jason lights up Christmas in Rhyl | This year's Christmas Light Switch on looks to be bigger and better than ever.This feast of music, entertainment and fireworks aims to get people into the festive spirit on Thursday, 27 November.The Mayor of Rhyl, Cllr Janette... |
| Formal prison plan response issued by Denbighshire | Denbighshire County Council has formally submitted a response to the Ministry of Justice, strongly supporting the need for a prison in North Wales. The Council’s official response states: ”The principal argument about where a new prison should... |
| County's telecare service looking ahead | A conference is being held to plan the future of Telecare services in Denbighshire, and to look back on the achievements and challenges already faced. Telecare is a range of equipment and technology which can be used to help maintain an... |
| Fairtrade coalition extends invitation to annual meeting | Following recent celebrations which saw Wales become the world’s first Fair Trade Nation, the Denbighshire Fair Trade Coalition will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, 19 November at 7pm in St. Mary’s Church, Rhyl. Everyone is... |
| Website launches “Get seen at night” campaign | YouthDen.com - the website for under 25s in Denbighshire, has launched a campaign aimed at getting children and young people to wear something light at night.Many school uniforms and winter coats are dark, so children and young people can be... |
| 06/11/2008 | |
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| Staff celebrate success at care awards | Denbighshire County Council has congratulated two members of staff for their success in the prestigious Wales Care Awards.Peter Young, based at Tŷ Nant, Prestatyn was awarded silver in the Commitment to Training category. Peter is a long... |
| 05/11/2008 | |
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| Centre's international exhibition features on Welsh arts show | The first international exhibition at the newly re-developed Ruthin Craft Centre is to be showcased on an S4C arts programme this week.'Raising The Bar: Influencial Voices in Metal' is the leading exhibition that presents the work of 12... |
| County's musical pupils showcase talent | 650 school pupils from Denbighshire will be showcasing their musical talent on an S4C programme being filmed to coincide with the Gwyl Gerdd Dant festival being staged in the county later this month.'Dechrau Canu, Dechrau Canmol' will feature... |
| Health and well-being project shortlisted for national award | A virtual project created by Denbighshire County Council to improve and promote health and social care services available in the county has been shortlisted for a prestigious local government award.The Council submitted ‘Ceri’s Family’ in the... |
| 04/11/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire plays host to national cultural festival | The Vale of Clwyd is hosting the 2008 Gwyl Gerdd Dant Festival, and with a strong tradition of singing to the accompaniment of the harp in the Vale, it looks set to be an eventful festival with keen competitors at the Pavilon Theatre in Rhyl on... |
| 03/11/2008 | |
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| Calling all Denbighshire school governors | Denbighshire County Council has arranged a series of briefing sessions for school governors, as part of the consultation on draft plans to modernise education in the county.The policies identify models for primary and secondary school... |
| Volunteers needed for youth work | Denbighshire Youth Service is using National Youth Work Week (November 1-7) to appeal for dedicated volunteers interested in working with young people in communities county-wide.The Service works with young people aged 11 – 25 to allow them to... |
| Chief Executive Moves On | Denbighshire County Council has today announced that Ian Miller, its Chief Executive since 2002, is moving on from his post with the Council and will step down with effect from 7 November 2008. Mr Miller said “After nearly seven years with the... |
| 31/10/2008 | |
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| Council publishes its Improvement Plan | Denbighshire has launched its Improvement Plan for 2008-2011.Guided by the “Vision for Denbighshire in 2025”, Denbighshire County Council aims to deliver continuously improving services which meet the needs of local people.The current... |
| 30/10/2008 | |
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| Temporary closure of Records Office | Due to staff illness, the Denbighshire Record Office is closed until Monday, November 3. The Council would like to apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.... |
| Follow the firework safety code | As bonfire night approaches, Denbighshire County Council is issuing a timely reminder about firework safety. The majority of accidents still happen in people’s gardens and children are most commonly injured. Last year nationally over half of... |
| Business food for thought on breakfast menu | Business will be the topic of conversation at the breakfast table during a networking event being staged in Denbighshire.The Denbighshire Business Breakfast, arranged by Denbighshire Supporting Business, is being sponsored by Glyndwr University... |
| Search on for Rhyl's best business idea | The search is on for Rhyl’s best new business idea. Rhyl City Strategy and its partner organisations are organising an exciting event leading up to Enterprise Week, 17-21 November, as part of a campaign to promote self-employment as a route off... |
| Snow update in Denbighshire | All roads in Denbighshire are now open after heavy overnight snow caused problems in parts of the county.The A5 was closed for a number of hours in the early hours of this morning (Thursday) between Glyndyfrdwy and the county boundary at... |
| 28/10/2008 | |
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| Children's Services improving | What was good has got better for children’s Services in Denbighshire Figures for 2007/08 show that Denbighshire’s Children’s Service has improved in every quartile and is now ranked first in Wales for nine aspects of care provided to children in... |
| 27/10/2008 | |
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| Cabinet member nominated for Woman of the Year 2008 | Denbighshire’s Cabinet Lead Member for Personnel and Business Management, Councillor Rhiannon Hughes, could be in line for one of the country’s most prestigious awards having been short-listed for Welsh Woman of the Year 2008. Councillor Hughes... |
| Chinese food seminar | A seminar to help the Chinese catering businesses within Denbighshire and Conwy to comply with the EU hygiene regulations has been held recently. The Chinese Safer Food Better Business seminar, conducted in Cantonese, was held at the Conwy... |
| Protecting our hillforts for the future | As part of the Heritage Lottery Funded Project, Heather and Hillforts, footpath improvement and erosion control work has been carried out at Moel Arthur hillfort on the Clwydian Range. A ‘floating’ ramp is being built over the large earth banks... |
| Denbighshire deplores racist graffiti | Councillors have expressed their shock at racist graffiti which was scrawled around the area of the Rhyl Events Arena sometime during Thursday night. Further daubings were found at the Sea Life Centre, Drift Park, paddling pool and promenade... |
| Liverpool - sometimes called the capital of North Wales | Do you have links with Liverpool, Loggerheads and the Moel Famau area in North Wales?If so, come along to the “Merseyside to Moel Famau Memories Day” at St George’s Hall, Liverpool on Saturday, 8 November between 10am and 5pm.Can you answer... |
| 24/10/2008 | |
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| Affordable housing needs you | Denbighshire Affordable Housing service is calling upon residents to register their details on the affordable housing register.This will allow the housing service to show developers the proof that there are local people who need low cost... |
| Denbighshire gearing up for Healthy Living Week | Denbighshire will be celebrating National Healthy Living Week from 3 to 7 November, 2008.The theme for this year’s event is 'Small steps to a healthier you'.Denbighshire Occupational Health Service, working with Leisure Services, will be... |
| 23/10/2008 | |
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| Help shape future of local services | Denbighshire County Council wants to hear the views of residents on their experiences of all local services, including council, police and health. Community Forum events are being arranged in six areas which are open to members of the public.... |
| 22/10/2008 | |
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| Statement from the Conwy and Denbighshire Adult Mental Health and Social Care Partnership | Conwy and Denbighshire Adult Mental Health and Social Care Partnership. Report of a review in respect of Christopher Devine and the provision of mental health services - Joint media statement on behalf of local health and social service... |
| 21/10/2008 | |
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| Mother says thank you to council team for life-saving efforts | Six Denbighshire staff has been praised in their efforts in trying to save the life of a man who was found collapsed in Rhyl earlier this year.The staff, Ian Olson, Martin Webster, Daniel O'Sullivan, Ashley Tilley, Danielle Frost and James Watts... |
| Cabinet supports a North Wales prison | Denbighshire County Council's Cabinet has expressed its strong support for the need for a prison in North Wales and will be submitting its views to the Ministry of Justice.The response agreed by members at their meeting at County Hall, Ruthin... |
| 20/10/2008 | |
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| International links forged by local school | A head teacher from a Denbighshire primary school is extending the hand of friendship to a community in Romania.During half term, Colin Roberts, head of Ysgol Heulfre in Denbigh, will be visiting the town of Bacau in north eastern Romania to... |
| Motorcycling commercial earns top gong at National video awards | A hard-hitting television commercial aimed at reducing the number of motorcycle fatalities on the roads of Denbighshire and Wrexham has won a top industry award. The advert, produced by Wrexham based Knew Productions, in partnership with Chester... |
| Denbighshire School Meals Service sources key local ingredients | Denbighshire School Meals Service is committed to purchasing from local suppliers and growers whenever possible and has now secured a supply of potatoes grown on a farm near St.Asaph. Delivery of the of potatoes known as Marphonastarted on 13th... |
| Rhyl Foryd by-election line up announced | Five candidates are to stand in a by-election to represent the Foryd ward on Rhyl Town Council.They are:AMRSTRONG, Ian William (Labour Party candidate)ESPLEY, Mike (Welsh Conservatives)GRIFFITHS, Geraldine MCCORMACK, Colum (Welsh Liberal... |
| Go green this Halloween | As the scariest time of the year approaches, Denbighshire is supporting Waste Awareness Wales to urge people to go green this Halloween. From getting the most from your pumpkin to creating your own spooky costumes, there many ways in which you... |
| £1.2 million children and young people’s services funding up for grabs | Denbighshire’s Children and Young People’s Partnership is arranging information sessions for organisations not already funded by Cymorth, who are interested in applying for a share of £1.2 million Welsh Assembly Government funding to provide vital... |
| 17/10/2008 | |
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| Drift Park architecture award success | Rhyl’s Drift Park has come out smelling of roses after scooping a silver award at the 2008 Roses Design Awards’ Best Place Making category.The Roses Design Awards attract over 450 key individuals in the design and architecture industry. The... |
| Nature haven on the cards for Rhuddlan | A countryside location on the outskirts of Rhuddlan is set to be transformed into a local nature reserve, as part of a partnership project between Denbighshire Countryside Service and the Rhuddlan Environment Group.Work will include scrub... |
| Onwards and upwards for Rhyl's regeneration | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news that Rhyl could benefit from a share of multi-million pound public and private sector funding to further revitalise the resort.Rhyl, together with Colwyn Bay, is to become the focus of a new North... |
| 16/10/2008 | |
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| ‘Lifer’ finally escapes after nearly thirty years | Kevin Matthias, Denbighshire’s County Archivist is retiring at the end of October, having worked at the Record Office at Ruthin Gaol for almost thirty years. He moved to Ruthin as Senior Archivist in 1979, having previously worked in the... |
| Blue Peter Book Awards success for local school | Pupils from Ysgol Llywelyn, Rhyl, had an exciting day at the end of last term when the children's television programme 'Blue Peter' visited to hold an audition for the prestigious role of Blue Peter Book Award judges. 20 children auditioned and... |
| Have your say on local housing issues | Denbighshire Housing Services want your views on how to tackle the challenges they face. Did you know that in Denbighshire: There are over 4,000 households on local housing waiting lists Over 200 households were made homeless last year... |
| New cycle/footway plans to be unveiled | An informal public meeting is being arranged by Denbighshire County Council to explain plans to construct a new cycleway and footway in Prestatyn, which is due to begin on Monday, November 10.The cycleway and footway will be constructed along... |
| County citizen’s panel needs you | The deadline is looming for Denbighshire residents wanting to join a citizen's panel to have their say on council services.Denbighshire County Council is on the lookout for 500 people who will be asked for their opinions on a range of services... |
| 15/10/2008 | |
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| Council welcomes Welsh hospices funding package | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news that the Welsh Assembly Government is to provide a £2 million funding package for charity hospices.The announcement forms part of plans to improve palliative care services across Wales. In March,... |
| Proposed finance settlement welcomed by council | Denbighshire County Council has cautiously welcomed news of a better than expected Welsh Assembly Government's provisional settlement for the council for the 2009/2010 financial year.It is proposed the council will receive a 3.5% increase in its... |
| 14/10/2008 | |
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| Collision prompts temporary road closure | Motorists are being warned there could be short term delays on Graig Road, Denbigh, leading from Denbigh Quarry to Trefnant following a road traffic collision earlier today (Tuesday). The road will be closed until tomorrow afternoon (Wednesday)... |
| 13/10/2008 | |
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| Spooky Halloween in Ruthin Gaol | Ghostly goings-on are expected at Ruthin Gaol on Friday, 31 October, as part of a spooky celebration of Halloween.Between 11am and 4pm, you can explore the chilly nooks and crannies of this exceptional building. Come and listen to, and take... |
| Paper lanterns | Come along to Plas Newydd in Llangollen on Saturday, 1 November between 11am and 4pm for an enchanting free workshop to light up the winter. Under the guidance of artist Becky Adams, you will have the opportunity create magical lanterns of all... |
| School celebrates skills award for third time | Pupils and staff at Ysgol Llantysilio in the Dee Valley are celebrating being awarded the Basic Skills Agency Wales Quality Mark for the third time.The school was assessed against 10 elements and provided documents and evidence before being... |
| 10/10/2008 | |
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| Neighbourhood Watch Week | Denbighshire Community Safety Partnership has arranged a week long Neighbourhood watch Information week for ‘Not In My Neighbourhood Week’.The week will be launched on Monday, 13 October at 10:45am at the White Rose Centre in Rhyl and events... |
| Views needed on alley gates plans | Denbighshire County Council wants to hear the views of local residents on plans to extend the alley gates scheme in the county.Over 30 alley gates have already been installed in various locations around Rhyl. The first gate was in place by... |
| Council receives latest Estyn feedback | Denbighshire County Council is continuing to make progress to address recommendations highlighted following Estyn inspections held in 2007 and the action plan drawn up in response to the findings.The feedback received from Estyn following their... |
| 09/10/2008 | |
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| Open Day at Rhyl Business Centre | Members of the public are being invited to take a look around the recently refurbished Edward Henry Street Business Centre in Rhyl.An Open Day is being held on October 16, 2008 for members of the public to view the properties (formerly 16-18... |
| Denbighshire Business Dinner - Boom or Bust | Denbighshire Supporting Business Team is hosting the “ultimo” business dinner on 13 November 2008 at Ruthin Castle. Guest speaker at the event is Michelle Mone of MJM International Ltd – the person who has brought us lingerie products including... |
| Denbighshire and Flintshire celebrate Wales – a Fairtrade Nation | Denbighshire and Flintshire celebrate Wales – a Fairtrade NationCllr Raymond Bartley, Denbighshire County Council Chairman, formally received the Fairtrade flag from Cllr Quentin Dodd, Chairman of Flintshire County Council on Monday, 6... |
| 08/10/2008 | |
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| Assembly Minister to officially open flagship school | Assembly Minister Jane Hutt, will be guest of honour at a special ceremony to mark the official opening of Ysgol Clawdd Offa, the brand new primary school that opened its doors to pupils at Prestatyn at the start of term.The school, costing £8... |
| 07/10/2008 | |
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| Tender workshops for Denbighshire businesses | Businesses in Denbighshire are invited to attend one of two workshops being arranged to help small businesses with the tendering process.The event is being arranged by Denbighshire County Council's Area Regeneration and Investment Team, in... |
| Lighting up Denbighshire by night | Highway lighting maintenance teams in Denbighshire will be out and about the county by night over the coming months, as part of a trial looking at making the service more efficient with a faster response to dealing with faults.In the past, teams... |
| Sheep movement reminder for farmers | Denbighshire County Council’s Animal Health and Licensing team is reminding farmers that a movement document needs to be produced if they intend to move sheep during the busy store sheep season. A copy of the movement document must be sent to... |
| 06/10/2008 | |
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| Could you be a Champion for Ceri’s Family? | Could you be a Champion for Ceri’s Family?A ‘virtual’ family has been created by Denbighshire County Council as it goes hi-tech in its efforts to improve and promote health and social care services available in the county.The council has set up... |
| Taste of Europe at Ysgol Henllan | Pupils and teachers at Ysgol Henllan recently gave a warm Welsh welcome to a delegation from schools in Slovenia, Romania and Italy, as part of an educational project to forge close working relationships and promote a better understanding of other... |
| Historical find discovered on Clwydian Range hillfort | Organisers of a project which aims to protect the heather moorlands and hillforts of the Clwydian Range are calling for the public’s help for information following the discovery of an inscribed stone during recent archaeological works.Over the... |
| Fishing Festival 2008 | Over seventy anglers took the bait and travelled to Denbighshire for the annual Coastal Sea Fishing Championships along the foreshore of Prestatyn over the weekend.The event attracted top international anglers from as far away as Devon, Isle of... |
| Another good year for little tern colony | Denbighshire Countryside Service has reported another successful year for the Little Tern colony at Gronant, the only colony of its kind in Wales.A wardening scheme, funded by the council and the Countryside Council for Wales, took place for a... |
| European issues on MEP’s visit agenda | Eluned Morgan MEP recently visited students at Ysgol Dinas Bran, Llangollen as part of a programme of activities to raise awareness of European issues.The visit was organised by Europe Direct Llangollen, a local European information network,... |
| 02/10/2008 | |
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| Rhyl Town Council By-election - Foryd Ward | Denbighshire County Council is informing people of a by-election that will take place for a vacant seat to represent the Foryd Ward on Rhyl Town Council.The by-election will take place on Thursday, 13 November 2008.Prospective candidates... |
| Council welcomes funds to get unemployed back into work | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news it is to receive £1.38 million of European funding over six years to continue running a programme to get the unemployed back into employment.The funding is part of the £70 million Genesis 2... |
| Culture regeneration on conference agenda | The links between culture and regeneration will be the focus of a conference being hosted by Denbighshire County Council today. (Thursday, October 2). The 'Culture as a Driver of Regeneration' seminar will consider the contribution culture makes... |
| Bro Famau celebrates glowing Estyn inspection | Following a recent inspection of the school in May, Estyn inspectors concluded that Ysgol Bro Famau “is a good school” and is “led well with all staff making good contribution to its overall effectiveness. Standards achieved and the pupils’... |
| Improving picture for performance in Denbighshire | Denbighshire County Council is performing in the top half of Welsh Councils for the majority (61%) of national performance indicators it is assessed against.The performance indicators, which are collected by every council in Wales and are... |
| 01/10/2008 | |
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| Blessed Edward Jones High School opens its doors | A school riding high on success is showcasing its facilities to the public at a special open event.Blessed Edward Jones Catholic High School, Rhyl, considered the most improved school along the North Wales coast, is opening its doors for an Open... |
| Denbighshire flies the flag for Fair Trade | To celebrate Wales becoming the world’s first Fair Trade Nation, Denbighshire will be welcoming the Fair Trade Flag on its journey through Wales.The Flag arrives in Denbighshire on October 6 and will be formally accepted by the Chairman of... |
| Cabinet approves key priorities for Carer’s Strategy | Cabinet members agreed the top key priorities to further develop services on offer for carers in Denbighshire at their meeting on Tuesday. The strategy builds upon two previous Carer’s Strategies, which date back to 2001, and sets out the... |
| Children and Young People's Plan goes live | A blueprint which highlights how organisations in Denbighshire will work together for the benefit of the county's children and young people is hot off the press and has gone online.The Denbighshire Children and Young People's Partnership, made... |
| 30/09/2008 | |
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| Council issues Hyfrydle review findings | Denbighshire County Council has issued the findings of the independent review it commissioned in response to the decision to close the Hyfrydle registered children's home in Denbigh. Please click here to view the report. The council has... |
| Rights of Way Improvement Plan is given the green light. | Cabinet members have today (Tuesday) agreed to accept Denbighshire’s Rights of Way Improvement Plan (ROWIP), which will create a framework strategy of how the Council will manage and improve Rights of Way provision throughout the county for the next... |
| Rhyl bus and railway stations gear up for a £1.5m improvement scheme | Plans are in the pipeline for a £1.5m revamp of disabled access and facilities to the bus and railway stations in Rhyl town centre. A planning application is due to go before Denbighshire’s planning committee in November. If permission is granted,... |
| Councillors welcome findings of a Wales Audit Office report | Denbighshire has been praised in a report from the Wales Audit Office, which looked at the extensive regeneration work carried out across Denbighshire and how effective it has been.Members have been told by auditors that Denbighshire is well... |
| Have your say on council services | Denbighshire County Council is on the look-out for 500 residents willing to join a Citizen’s Panel to help shape the future direction of council services. Those interested in joining the Denbighshire Citizen’s Panel and will be asked to complete... |
| 29/09/2008 | |
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| Women’s business network event a success | Over 45 businesswomen in Denbighshire got together at a networking event based on the “Have I Got News for You”? theme to share experiences from the world of work.This event was sponsored by the Denbighshire Area Regeneration and Investment unit... |
| Children’s authors to visit libraries | A host of top children’s authors will be visiting libraries Denbighshire next week to help local children celebrate Children’s Book Week. The celebration is being organised by Denbighshire Library Service as part of its on-going programme of... |
| Register your right to vote | Denbighshire County Council is reminding the county's residents to ensure they are registered to vote.To vote in elections, people must be included on the electoral register. The form sent out by the council collects the information needed to... |
| 26/09/2008 | |
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| The Thunder Tasting Tent | Denbighshire’s School Meals Service is running a promotion on Coast FM radio to encourage schoolchildren to eat healthily.From Monday, Coast FM will be moving out to visit schools in the county. The schools taking part next week are:Monday,... |
| Showcasing Denbighshire properties at prestigious event | Non-domestic properties in Denbighshire will be showcased as part of a major property show being staged in Flintshire next month.The Property Showcase is being staged at St David’s Park Hotel, Ewloe on Friday, October 3 between 10am and 3pm and... |
| 25/09/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire Walking Festival kicks off on Friday 26 September | The Denbighshire Walking Festival kicks off on Friday, 26 September and runs until Sunday, 28 September.Now in its sixth year, the event promises participants three days of walking and themed activities. Each day contains a programme of... |
| Councillors take steps against flooding | A notice of motion aimed at preventing flooding risks from large future housing developments in the county was agreed by Denbighshire’s Full Council on Tuesday. Councillors voted in favour of insisting that written assurances be received... |
| 24/09/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire road safety advert gets shortlisted for top award | Efforts to reduce the number of motorcycle fatalities on the roads of Denbighshire and Wrexham led Denbighshire Road Safety staff to commission a summer of television commercials on ITV Wales (HTV) and now the advert has been shortlisted for the... |
| Council agrees to four top priorities | Denbighshire’s top priorities for the next three years have been finalised following public consultation. At a meeting of the full council on Tuesday, councillors agreed the four overarching priorities will be:- · Modernising... |
| 23/09/2008 | |
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| Calling Merseyside evacuees back to the Welsh hills | To celebrate Liverpool’s status as European Capital of Culture 2008, Denbighshire’s Heritage Service is holding an evacuees tea party at Nantclwyd y Dre, Ruthin on Sunday, September 28 at 3pm. If you were, or you know someone who was an evacuee... |
| Prestatyn sculptures given green light | A major initiative to install brand new public art sculptures at three Prestatyn locations look a step closer to becoming a reality.Prestatyn Town Council and Denbighshire County Council invited artists to apply for three public art commissions... |
| Volunteers needed for the Scala | The Scala Prestatyn Co Ltd are now in a position to invite members of the local community to consider and apply for volunteering roles within the new and very exciting cinema and arts centre in Prestatyn. We are aiming for a start date in... |
| Changes to council's Ruthin licensing office | Denbighshire County Council is informing residents of changes to licensing services from the Ruthin office from October 31st.Following this date, the office will no longer be accepting the following licensing applications by post or personal... |
| Driving offences identified in county motoring campaign | 78 motoring offences were detected in just one day as part of a joint operation between Denbighshire Trading Standards and North Wales Police. Officers from the council, working with their police colleagues, stopped vehicles on the A525 St... |
| Archaeology findings made public | The findings of archaeological work on two hillforts in the Clwydian Range are to be shared at two events being staged next week. Over the summer months archaeologists from the Clwyd-Powys Archaeological Trust and Archaeological Engineering... |
| 22/09/2008 | |
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| From Liverpool to Loggerheads | Do you have links with Liverpool, Loggerheads and the Moel Famau area in North Wales?If so, Denbighshire Countryside Service is keen to hear from you. They are organising a “memories afternoon” on Tuesday, 30 September.The Clwydian Range Area... |
| Cooking Bus returns to Denbighshire | Pupils at a Denbighshire school will have the opportunity to learn cooking skills when the Cooking Bus returns to Denbighshire later this month.The bus will be visiting Ysgol Llewelyn in Rhyl from September 30 to October 2. The giant, hi-tech... |
| Angling for an invite to fishing festival | Anglers from as far afield as the Isle of Man, Essex, West Glamorgan and Scotland will be hoping for a good catch in the Denbighshire Coastal Open Beach Fishing Festival.Organised by Denbighshire Coastal Unit, the event will be held along the... |
| Sixth formers at cutting edge | Over 70 sixth formers from Denbighshire schools attended the launch of an exciting initiative at the OpTIC Photonics Academy which offered students an insight into the cutting edge of the science industry. The launch commenced with a Masterclass... |
| Celebrations to mark World Mental Health Day | Two mental health day centres will be holding events to celebrate ‘World Mental Health Day’ on October 10.The newly named Tŷ Mōr, which has recently moved to new premises on Westbourne Avenue, plans to hold a ‘healthy lifestyle’ event for... |
| 18/09/2008 | |
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| New start for day centre | The mental health day centre, which was at St Winifred’s on Brighton Road, Rhyl, has moved to a new site on Westbourne Avenue. The day centre is now known as ‘Tŷ Mor’, following suggestions from service users that the centre should have a Welsh... |
| 17/09/2008 | |
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| Bluetongue detected in Denbighshire | Information below issued by the Welsh Assembly Government. Two imported cattle have tested positive for Bluetongue type 8 and a further is under investigation at a premises near Ruthin, Denbighshire.The cattle were imported from the... |
| 16/09/2008 | |
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| National Team of the Year award comes to Denbighshire | Denbighshire’s Street Lighting team is celebrating being honoured with the Team of the Year title in the prestigious Association of Public Service Excellence awards.Andy Clark and Brian Evans represented Denbighshire at the APSE awards held in... |
| Schools prepare to celebrate the European Day of Languages | Pupils from across North East Wales will join together to celebrate the ‘European Day of Languages’ organised by Llangollen and Wrexham Europe Direct Centres. The event will be held at Wrexham Memorial Hall on September 26 from 10am to 3pm.... |
| Post 16 learning boost for Prestatyn | Adult learners in Prestatyn are set to benefit from a new post 16 community learning centre being opened at the town's high school.The £667k development has been funded through Objective 1 and the Welsh Assembly Government. The construction work... |
| 15/09/2008 | |
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| Best foot forward for weekend of walks | Residents and visitors to Denbighshire are being urged to put their best foot forward for the annual Denbighshire Walking Weekend.Guided walks will take place between Friday, September 26 and Sunday, September 28, taking in the breathtaking... |
| County and city cultural links celebrated | Efforts to promote links between Denbighshire and Liverpool during 2008 European Capital of Culture celebrations continues, with a number of events arranged in the county with a Merseyside theme.On Tuesday, September 23, the Reverend D Ben Rees... |
| The Big Talent | The Big TalentHave you got what it takes to be a star?Denbighshire Youth Service is looking for young people to showcase their talents as part of Youth Work Week.For the first time, Denbighshire will be working in partnership with other... |
| Council team in the running for civil enforcement award | Denbighshire County Council's Bailiff Team has been short-listed for the Team of the Year honour in the 2008 Civil Enforcement Awards.The awards focus on professionalism and industry excellence, particularly where an exemplary level of public... |
| The Big Draw comes to Denbighshire | Every October over 1000 venues around Britain take part in the Big Draw and host drawing activities for people of all abilities.It all starts in Denbighshire on October 4 at Rhyl Museum between 10.30am and 12.30pm where you can take part in a... |
| Special birthday for Ysgol Llantysilio | A day of celebration is being arranged at Ysgol Llantysilio in the Dee Valley to mark a special milestone in its history.The school is celebrating its 150th birthday on Monday, September 22 with a special service at Llantysilio Church at 10am. ... |
| Statement on new x2 recycling programme | Denbighshire has been made aware there has been some confusion with bin collections in some parts of the county following the upgrading of the Council’s recycling service. Councillor Eryl Williams, Lead Member for Environment and Sustainable... |
| 12/09/2008 | |
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| Council announces resignation of Corporate Director | Denbighshire County Council has announced that Huw Griffiths, Corporate Director: Lifelong Learning, has tendered his resignation with effect from 12 September and that this has been accepted. Mr Griffiths joined the Council in June 2005 and had... |
| 11/09/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire School Meals Service and Co-Options lead the way in putting green fuel to good use. | From food to fuel, a social enterprise company is working with Denbighshire County Council School Meals Service to benefit the environment.Last term, schools in the county provided 1,582 Liters of used cooking oil for conversion into 100%... |
| Staff up for care awards | Two social services staff from Denbighshire are in the running for prestigious industry awards.Elaine Frances Stevens and Peter Young have been shortlisted in two categories in the Wales Care Awards and will be attending the awards ceremony in... |
| Community learning boost for the Dee Valley | Adult learning in the Dee Valley is being given a boost by the opening of a brand new community learning centre that's set to be officially opened by Assembly Lifelong Learning Minister Jane Hutt later this month.The £648k development on the... |
| European matters roadshow visits seaside town | European issues will be on the agenda of a special information roadshow being staged in Rhyl.Europe Direct Llangollen, working with Enterprise Europe Network Wales, will host the roadshow in the foyer of Rhyl Library on Tuesday, September 16... |
| Council marks Prince commemoration day | A flag commemorating Owain Glyndwr will be erected at County Hall, Ruthin as part of a national day of celebration.Tuesday, September 16th commemorates the proclamation in 1400 of Owain Glyndwr as the Prince of Wales by a small group of patriots... |
| 10/09/2008 | |
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| Drift Park up for Roses Award | Rhyl Drift Park has been nominated for the Roses Design Awards 2008 in the Best Place Making category.The Roses Design Awards attract over 450 key individuals in the design and architecture industry. The award ceremony will take place on... |
| 09/09/2008 | |
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| Recycling boost for Denbighshire communities | Denbighshire is set to become a cleaner, greener county with county communities set to benefit from an expansion of recycling services. A further 5,000 households in Dyserth, Prestatyn, Rhyl and Rhuddlan are in the process of joining the... |
| Make it a date to celebrate age | The Denbighshire Over 50’s Forum is holding a “Celebrating Age Festival” at the Royal International Pavilion, Llangollen, on October 1, 2008 to coincide with the United Nations International Day for Older People.The group has booked Dr Winifred... |
| Denbighshire responds to BT plans | Denbighshire County Council has formally submitted its response to the consultation on plans by BT to close 25 phone boxes across the county.The proposals refer to phone boxes in the Maeshafn, Cynwyd, Llandrillo, Bryneglwys, Betws Gwerfil Goch,... |
| 08/09/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire supports male victims of domestic abuse | Denbighshire Community Safety Partnership is working with local agencies to raise awareness of male victims of domestic abuse. The Community Safety Partnership has invited the Dyn Project to assist them in their current campaign. The Dyn... |
| Council sets record straight prior to Middle Lane public meeting | Denbighshire County Council wishes to set the record straight about a public meeting arranged to discuss developments at Middle Lane, Denbigh.A public meeting has been called by Vale of Clwyd AM Ann Jones and Chris Ruane MP on Wednesday,... |
| Flooding drop - in centre arranged for Prestatyn residents | Residents living in areas of Prestatyn that are prone to flooding are being invited to share information that will help gain a better understanding of the problem locally.People who have experienced either internal or external flooding are being... |
| 05/09/2008 | |
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| End of era celebrations for Llys Nant | Former residents, friends and staff of Llys Nant Residential Home, Prestatyn, are invited to take a trip down memory lane at a special celebration to mark the end of an era at the home.Llys Nant, which opened on 10 December 1970, is set to... |
| Tackling empty homes in Denbighshire | Tacking problems with empty homes in Denbighshire is on the agenda for an officer employed as part of an innovative partnership.Wendy Barnsley has been employed as Empty Homes Officer through a partnership between Denbighshire County Council... |
| Special milestone for new Prestatyn school | A brand new school in Prestatyn celebrates a special milestone in its history on Monday, September 8 as it opens its doors to pupils for the very first time.Martin Edwards, former head of Ysgol y Faenol, Bodelwyddan has taken the helm at Ysgol... |
| 04/09/2008 | |
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| Cycle route extends in Rhyl | Work on constructing a new section of the Rhuddlan to Rhyl cycle route gets underway next week.The new section will connect Ffordd Derwen to Rhyl College via Brickfields Pond and is part of Denbighshire County Council's on-going scheme to... |
| 03/09/2008 | |
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| Council worker praised for accident rescue | A Rhyl woman whose baby daughter was injured in a road accident has said a personal thank you to her 'heroic' Denbighshire Council worker who drove to their rescue.Countryside Officer Jim Kilpatrick and two colleagues were travelling along a... |
| 02/09/2008 | |
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| Countryside information campaign goes audio | Visitors to Moel Famau will soon enjoy their own personal guided walk to help them explore the area’s fascinating past through the Heather and Hillforts Project.Using the latest technology, visitors are able to access a new audio tour via their... |
| Council encourages countryside awards bids | Council encourages countryside awards bidsDenbighshire County Council is encouraging people to consider entering the Countryside Alliance Awards, which recognise the efforts of rural businesses and efforts to enhance the countryside.The... |
| Have your say in national housing survey | Denbighshire County Council is encouraging the county's residents to take part in the next stage of the Living in Wales survey, being carried out by Ipsos MORI on behalf of the Welsh Assembly Government.The Living in Wales survey provides the... |
| Less Denbighshire waste goes to landfill | Denbighshire County Council has reduced the amount of biodegradable waste sent to landfill for the third year running, according to a report published by the Envronment Agency.In 2007/08, Denbighshire landfilled 21,524 tonnes of biodegradable... |
| 29/08/2008 | |
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| New school opening date change | Potential delays in commissioning essential services have led governors and the school leadership team, in agreement with the construction team, to defer the opening of Ysgol Clawdd Offa in Prestatyn to pupils until Monday, September 8.Cllr... |
| 28/08/2008 | |
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| Resurfacing Scheme A5 | The North Wales Trunk Road Agency has awarded a contract to Huw Howatson Surfacing Ltd for the resurfacing of a 1.5km section of the A5 Trunk Road between Llangollen and Corwen. The works are being carried out on behalf of the Welsh Assembly... |
| Txt me if u can :) | Denbighshire residents will soon receive their electoral registration forms. The information obtained will be used to compile the Register of Electors on December 1, 2008. The Electoral Services team is asking all residents to respond as... |
| Top young novelist to meet north Wales fans | The award-winning novelist and poet, Owen Sheers, will be visiting north Wales next week to meet readers. Owen will be at Llangollen Library on Saturday, September 6th at 2.00pm to talk about his first novel, Resistance, which is set in Wales... |
| Council gears up for introduction of electronic bus passes | Traditional bus passes are set to be a thing of the past in Denbighshire as the Council prepares to go live with new 'Smartcards' complete with electronic microchip.The new passes will have a unique serial number and special equipment being... |
| 27/08/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire gets tough on waste | Denbighshire’s Waste Enforcement team has successfully prosecuted a Prestatyn resident for two offences of dumping household rubbish in a public place.Martin Gibson of Nursery Close, Prestatyn pleaded guilty to the two charges of dumping... |
| Waste free lunch box goes back to school | As children across Wales prepare to go back to school, Denbighshire County Council has teamed up with Waste Awareness Wales to encourage parents to pack them a waste-free lunch box to help reduce the amount of waste sent to Welsh landfills each... |
| Council names deputy Leader | Denbighshire County Council has announced that Councillor Eryl Williams has been chosen as deputy to the Council Leader, Councillor Hugh Evans.Councillor Williams (Plaid Cymru- Efenechtyd) is the Cabinet Lead Member for Environment. Leader,... |
| 26/08/2008 | |
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| Olympic handover flag raised at Denbighshire to celebrate Handover Day | The Olympic Handover Flag was raised at County Hall, Ruthin at on Sunday, August 24th to celebrate the moment London became the official Olympic Games Host City.A first in the history of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the iconic London... |
| Thousands of visitors flock to this year’s Fun in the Sun event | The free Fun in the Sun event attracted a record attendance with an estimated 20,000 people enjoying the two day event held on Rhyl Promenade. The event, which took place on Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday at the Events Arena, Rhyl, saw... |
| 22/08/2008 | |
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| Fun in the Sun 2008 | New boy band 'Avenue' will make a guest appearance at Rhyl Arena's Fun in the Sun 2008. The pop band will open the show on Bank Holiday Monday and perform their debut single Last Goodbye. The band is already being compared to Take That, Boyzone and... |
| Warning over Spanish lottery scam | Residents are being warned about Spanish lottery scams targeting people living in Denbighshire.Denbighshire County Council’s Trading Standards Team has been contacted numerous times about letters claiming to be from organisations such as the El... |
| Enterprise skills nominations needed for Queen's Award | Denbighshire County Council is encouraging nominations for the Queen's Award for Enterprise Promotion in 2009.The Award was introduced in 2004 to celebrate and recognise the activities of individuals who have played an outstanding and... |
| Council stands out in the crowd at county show | Denbighshire County Council is celebrating being named joint winner with Flintshire County Council in the best non-agricultural stand competition at this year's Denbigh and Flint Show, held at The Green yesterday (Thursday).The County of Culture... |
| 21/08/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire’s GCSE results’ success | 52.25% of Denbighshire students achieved 5 or more A*-C grades in their GCSEs this year – surpassing the council’s target of 49% and over 5% above last year’s success.98.4% of GCSE pupils in Denbighshire’s eight secondary schools who took... |
| Businesses – how do you handle complaints? | Denbighshire Trading Standards is urging businesses to consider how they handle any complaints.However well run a business is, it will probably receive a complaint from someone at some time. How well, or not, that complaint is handled may impact... |
| 20/08/2008 | |
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| Consumer advice on holiday complaints | Denbighshire Trading Standards has joined forces with other trading standards units across Wales, Visit Wales and Consumer Direct Wales to offer advice and information about how to complain about your holiday.This advice has been issued during... |
| 19/08/2008 | |
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| Have your say | Young people from the opposite ends of Denbighshire came together for Denbighshire Youth Service’s first Advisory Group Panel at Prestatyn Youth Centre on Tuesday, August 12.At the event young people explored the layout of the county, found out... |
| Denbighshire Youth Service Annual Celebration of Achievements Evening | Young people take pride of place at Denbighshire Youth Service Annual Celebration of Achievements Evening Young people from across Denbighshire were centre stage for a special evening ceremony as part of the Denbighshire Youth Service Annual... |
| Holiday advice for consumers | Holiday advice for consumersDenbighshire Trading Standards, in partnership with Visit Wales and Consumer Direct are offering holiday hints for consumers during Wales Consumer Affairs Week (18-22 August)Many people look forward to an annual... |
| 18/08/2008 | |
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| Welsh Consumer Affairs Awareness Week 2008 | The ‘themed’ 2008 Welsh Consumer Affairs Awareness Week starts today, Monday August 18. The Welsh Heads of Trading Standards with its Principality partners, Visit Wales and Consumer Direct Wales, offer some information & advice about holidays and... |
| Chitty Chitty Bang Bang challenge for Council worker's team | A member of Denbighshire Social Services staff will be taking to the road later this month for a charity ride with a difference. Loraine Jackson, her son and two friends will take part in the 'Banger' run, known as the Sucata Run from Rouen in... |
| Crowds flock to see the Superlambanana | Around 700 hundred people made their way up to the summit of Moel Famau on Saturday, August 16 to join in the celebrations of the official unveiling of the Superlambanana. The Moel Famau Lambanana was unveiled during the Big Walk event, arranged... |
| 15/08/2008 | |
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| A Level students meet the grade | A Level results in Denbighshire have improved at a faster rate than the Welsh average, an analysis of the results has revealed.The proportion of A grades gained by Denbighshire pupils was 20.2%, an increase of 0.8% on the 2007 figures. There was... |
| 14/08/2008 | |
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| Council's legal eagles flying high | Denbighshire County Council's legal team is celebrating after successfully retaining an industry accreditation.Lexcel is the quality mark developed by the Law Society of England and Wales for practices and legal departments which have been... |
| A Level results in Denbighshire | The A Level pass rate at Denbighshire’s eight secondary schools in 2008 is 96.9% (A-E grades), up 0.7% on the 2007 figures.The Welsh average figure for A-E grades is 97.6% and UK average is 97.2%.The proportion of A grades gained by... |
| Community workshops at the Royal International Pavilion, Llangollen | September may be a time for heading back to school but there’s a fantastic line up of workshops and classes at the Royal International Pavilion which are certain to get top marks from the students.Starting on September 8 is a 12 week course of... |
| 13/08/2008 | |
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| A Cultural Show for Denbighshire | Denbighshire County Council will be showcasing the cultural delights of the county at a prestigious event in the agricultural calendar next week.The theme of the Council's marquee at the Denbighshire and Flintshire Show, being staged at The... |
| Flagship craft centre development praised in national press | The redevelopment of the Ruthin Craft Centre has been highlighted in a national newspaper as a centre of excellence in contemporary applied art. An article published in the Sunday Telegraph describes the development by architects Segison Bates... |
| News release - Feast of Song at Royal International Pavilion, Llangollen | Four outstanding artists present a musically stunning programme of favourite operatic arias and songs from the shows. A Feast of Song is on Friday, August 22 at 7.30pmThe show includes artists from Dennis O'Neill’s BBC Master-class series as well... |
| Llangollen's Plas Newydd Awarded Wales in Bloom | Plas Newydd, once the home of the Ladies of Llangollen, scooped a top award in the national Wales in Bloom competition, winning first prize in the public buildings and grounds category. The house and gardens are now owned and managed by... |
| Spend an evening in steeped in the passionate world of Flamenco | A special workshop is set to give visitors to the Royal International Pavilion, Llangollen, a rare opportunity to experience the colourful and compelling dance – The Flamenco.The workshop, which runs from 6pm to 7pm on Saturday, September 13,... |
| 12/08/2008 | |
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| AONB guide hot off the press | A guide promoting the Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is hot off the press.'Capturing the Clwydian Range' is a bilingual publication produced by staff from the Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in partnership... |
| Grant funding success for first time buyers | First time buyers in parts of Denbighshire can apply for a share of £75,000 funding after Denbighshire County Council successfully applied for a Welsh Assembly Government grant to make homes more energy efficient.This scheme will enable... |
| Have I Got Network News for You | Businesswomen in Denbighshire are invited to share their experiences in the world of business at a networking event that's being themed around the 'Whose Line Is It Anyway' panel format.The Network She event is a great opportunity for attendees... |
| 11/08/2008 | |
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| Superlambanana escapes the city for the Welsh hills…. | The Big Walk takes place this Saturday, 16th of August 2008 as hundreds of people make their way up to the summit of Moel Famau, to celebrate the landscape and the cultural connections between north east Wales and Liverpool. The Clwydian Range has... |
| Denbighshire Trading Standards gets ready for Wales Consumer Affairs Week | This is the first consumer awareness week to be held in Wales and the Welsh Heads of Trading Standards, in partnership with Consumer Direct Wales and the Welsh Assembly Government's 'Visit Wales' (formerly the Wales Tourist Board), will be... |
| Denbighshire is encouraging secondary schools to join the debate | Registration has opened for the 2008 Wales School Debating Championships and Denbighshire is encouraging students to take part. The championships, which are run by CEWC-Cymru (Council for Education in World Citizenship) gives students the... |
| 07/08/2008 | |
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| The Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod gets seal of approval | Patricia Sot, a 15-year-old Polish pupil at Ysgol Brynhyfryd, Ruthin, had never heard of Llangollen or the Royal International Musical Eisteddfod until she was placed there on work experience as a volunteer in the Competitors Club for the week... |
| Update on Pendyffryn Surgery, Prestatyn | Alternative arrangements are being made for patients at the Pendyffryn Medical Group Surgery, Prestatyn, after a patient crashed into the wall of the building this morning, (Thursday) Fortunately, the driver was unhurt in the incident and police... |
| Time to Meet the highest Superlambanana | Jubilee Tower at the summit of Moel Famau is the place to be on August 16 with a chance to meet the highest Superlambanana of them all. The Big Walk is an event being organised by Denbighshire County Council and Flintshire County Council, to... |
| 06/08/2008 | |
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| C'mon Corwen for a day of fun for all the family! | Denbighshire Countryside service has organised C’mon Corwen, a day of events and activities for all on Wednesday, August 13. Not only is there a guided walk to the top of Caer Drewyn (led by Fiona Gale, County Archaeologist and Samantha... |
| 05/08/2008 | |
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| Parking possibilities in Prestatyn | Denbighshire is encouraging motorists to use the remaining car parks in Prestatyn following the closure of two car parks on land at the Tesco development site and Somerfield. Complaints have been made from members of the public about cars... |
| Quality Award for Rhyl Museum | Denbighshire County Council is pleased to announce that Rhyl Museum within the Rhyl Library, Museum and Arts Centre has been awarded the accreditation of ‘Quality Assured Visitor Attraction’ (VAQAS Cymru) by Visit Wales. This official endorsement... |
| Denbighshire congratulates award winning firm | Lawson Construction, based in Henllan, was named winner of the Small, Medium Enterprise category for the acclaimed Constructing Excellence in Wales award at a prestigious event in Newport recently. The firm, which is run by Frank Lawson and... |
| 04/08/2008 | |
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| Worldwide interest in public art for Prestatyn | Over 200 artists from around the world applied for the brief to produce three public art pieces in Prestatyn, a key project for the town which has been successful in attracting an Arts Council for Wales grant of £72,000.Artists local to... |
| Van-tastic! | Denbighshire County Council staff will have the opportunity to take a basic health and safety test on August 13 which is widely recognised by the construction industry.Building Services has organised a mobile testing unit to come to the council's... |
| Update on sewage leak at Rhyl beach | Rhyl and Prestatyn beaches have been given the all-clear for bathing after a sewage leak at the weekend. Welsh Water's Water Quality Officer has now issued a statement to say the water is safe for bathing but tests by the organisation,... |
| Spending on education: Denbighshire moves up | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed confirmation from the Welsh Assembly Government of the council's increased expenditure on schools for 2008-09. The report on budgets set by local authorities for education services in 2008-09 confirms... |
| The Llangollen toy and train sale is back by popular demand! | Following the success of the very first Llangollen Toy & Train Sale last year, organisers are now ready to welcome enthusiasts and visitors to the second event at the Llangollen Royal International Pavilion on August 17. Stall holders attend... |
| Offa on display in Prestatyn | A new floral display has been designed and is now in place at the top of the High Street in Prestatyn. The display depicts King Offa on a penny coin and has been planted out by members of the Prestatyn Public Realm.It took four men just three... |
| 01/08/2008 | |
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| Council funded Welfare Rights Services | Latest figures show how advice workers in Denbighshire have helped thousands of local people gain a total of £65 million in extra social security benefits and tax credits over the past 12 years. The figures for the year April 2007 to April 2008... |
| 30/07/2008 | |
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| Blue Badge inspections | Denbighshire County Council Parking Services have set up an initiative with North Wales Police for inspecting Blue Badges used in Denbighshire.A Denbighshire civil enforcement officer and a police officer inspected blue badges in Rhyl yesterday... |
| What's on in Denbighshire | Calling all events! Denbighshire Tourism team are currently compiling a 'What's On' of events for this year.If you have an event you would like to tell us about, forward your name, the date of the event, a single sentence description, and your... |
| 29/07/2008 | |
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| Update on the redeployment of staff from Hyfrydle | Denbighshire County Council is pleased to announce that, to date, 10 staff from Hyfrydle have been found alternative posts at Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn and the school’s residential unit, Gerddi Glasfryn in Denbigh. 24 members of staff have been... |
| Reopening of the Llangollen Railway to Corwen Public meeting in Corwen – 11th August 2008 | The Llangollen Railway is planning to extend train services to Corwen, about 2½ miles beyond its present terminus at Carrog. The Llangollen Railway Company has retained consultants to help prepare an application for a Transport and Works Act... |
| County projects see benefit of funding investment | £38.9 million was spent on capital projects in Denbighshire during 2007/08, with a further £10million being invested in improving the standards of council housing county-wide.Councillors in Denbighshire were updated about spending on capital... |
| Council concerned at fuel and energy costs increases | Denbighshire County Council has expressed its concerns about the escalating costs of fuel and energy and has called for action from the UK government and the Welsh Assembly Government.The Council says its budget for 2007/09 included an... |
| Denbighshire helps deal with local flooding | Denbighshire County Council staff were out in force to help people in difficulty during last night’s (Monday’s) storm.At just after 10 p.m., torrential rain led to flooding in the Lenten Pool area of Denbigh. A co-ordinated response by the... |
| Council concern about Post Office closures | Councillors have expressed concern and disappointment over the proposed closures of four post offices and the replacement of two with an outreach service in Denbighshire Post Office Ltd announced today (Tuesday) that... |
| Have your say on council's priorities | Denbighshire County Council is to ask residents for their views on four main areas of priorities identified by the Council.Following extensive research and discussion with staff and councillors, the following priorities have been... |
| Children and young people's blueprint agreed | A plan setting out how Denbighshire County Council and its partners will work together to improve the health and well-being of children and young people has been given the green light. The Denbighshire Children and Young People's Plan willl be... |
| 28/07/2008 | |
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| Discover geodiversity with a guided walk along Prestatyn Hillside | Walkers are being invited to join a six mile guided walk to explore the geodiversity of Graig Fawr, Prestatyn Hillside and the cave, known locally as the Fish Cave.There will be the opportunity to find out how ancient tropical seas, ice ages and... |
| Equalities and Diversity Survey | For this week (Monday 28 July - Monday 4 August), Denbighshire County Council is carrying out an Equalities and Diversity Survey through their front facing services.The Council is committed to promoting equality in everything it does to ensure... |
| Vandals ruin summer splash time | Vandals have caused damage over night to the expansion joint at Rhyl's Drift Park Paddling Pool. The damage has left an inch thick hole across one section of the floor resulting in the closure of the pool on health and safety grounds.Ian Olson,... |
| Council reviews office accommodation | Denbighshire County Council has announced that it is taking steps to reduce the amount of office accommodation that it owns. The decision follows the leasing of offices in Brighton Road, Rhyl last year, which now provide accommodation for most... |
| Calling all Vale of Clwyd evacuees! | Did you have evacuees from Liverpool staying with you in the Vale of Clwyd during the 1940s? Or were you maybe an evacuee yourself who came to stay in the area? To celebrate Liverpool's status as European Capital of Culture, Denbighshire County... |
| 25/07/2008 | |
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| Ruthin Craft Centre set to open | July 28th 2008 will see the opening of the new Ruthin Craft Centre in a stunning new, contemporary building set against the backdrop of the Clwydian Hills. The new Centre, which is all on the ground level, is set around a courtyard and gives... |
| Warm Wales brings scheme to Denbighshire | A new scheme to tackle problems of fuel poverty starts in three areas of Denbighshire this summer.Warm Wales – Bringing Warm and Healthy Homes to Denbighshire is a partnership programme bringing together support and resources from Denbighshire... |
| Statement in response to Jane Hutt’s statement of 24 July - Hyfrydle | Denbighshire County Council has responded to the written statement that was published by Jane Hutt on 24 July regarding the closure of Hyfrydle.Ian Miller, Chief Executive, said: “We are rather disappointed by the Minister’s statement,... |
| 24/07/2008 | |
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| Friday is Fun Day at Nantclwyd y Dre | Enjoy some Summer Holiday fun with a programme of arty and informative events for all ages, which has been lined up for every Friday throughout August at Nantclwyd y Dre, Ruthin.The fun starts on August 1 with 'Archaeology is Rubbish!' from... |
| Housing licensing warning follows case sentencing | Denbighshire County Council has warned it will not tolerate landlords running houses in multiple occupation without a property licence.The warning follows a case in which Jacqueline Morrison of Prestatyn and John Wilson of Abergele, two landlords... |
| 23/07/2008 | |
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| Bin Collection update | Anyone who did not have their refuse collected on Wednesday and Thursday last week should put their refuse out as normal this week when it will be picked up. Denbighshire County Council would like to thank residents for their cooperation.... |
| Bridging the generation gap in Rhyl | Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch and support a scheme encouraging young and older people to work together in your local community this summer.Young people from the Marsh Youth Group and members of the Over 50’s Club and the Vale Residents... |
| 22/07/2008 | |
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| Step up for a street dance workshop | Inspired by the success of this year’s Britain’s Got Talent winner, George Sampson, and newly released dance movie hit, ‘Step up 2: The Streets’, youngsters are invited to attend a two hour dance workshop for a fantastic opportunity to learn some... |
| 21/07/2008 | |
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| Introducing ‘Ceri’s Family’ | The launch of 'Healthy Denbighshire', the Health, Social Care & Well-being Strategy for Denbighshire, is taking place on Tuesday, July 22, at the Oriel House Hotel, St Asaph. The launch will introduce service users, members of the public,... |
| 17/07/2008 | |
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| Council wishes the best to North Wales' newest university | The Chairman of Denbighshire County Council, Councillor Raymond Bartley has offered his congratulations and best wishes to Wales' newest university.The North East Wales Institute at Wrexham will be officially named as a university tomorrow... |
| Community safety success in Denbighshire recognised | The Chairman of the Denbighshire Community Safety Partnership has welcomed news that the organisation has been recognised nationally for efforts to reduce criminal damage in the county.The Partnership has won a Directors Award and £1,000 to... |
| 16/07/2008 | |
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| Lifeguards locate missing rowers | Denbighshire County Council's Coastal Lifeguards successfully located two missing rowers yesterday as part of a massive search in Prestatyn coordinated by HM Coastguard in Holyhead.At approximately 1:15 pm, the Lifeguards were called to... |
| Penalty Shoot Out – at the library! | Denbighshire families will be invited to compete in a penalty shoot out next week – at Rhyl Library. On Tuesday July 22, children’s football writer, Tom Palmer, will be the keeper. The shoot out is part of a Football Reading Family Fun Day... |
| Football poet visits Denbighshire | A poet who’d rather be a footballer will be visiting Denbigh and Llangollen next week to celebrate the National Year of Reading. Paul Cookson will be giving a performance for children and families at Denbigh Library on Wednesday, July 23 at... |
| Council strengthens partnership with Forestry Commission Wales | Denbighshire County Council and Forestry Commission Wales have signed an official agreement to continue working on conservation and woodland management projects in the Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).The two... |
| Fun in the sun 2008 | Soap stars, pop stars and talent show stars of the future visit Rhyl on Sunday August 24 & Bank Holiday Monday 25 for Fun in the Sun 2008, (noon - 5 pm)This free event, organised by Denbighshire County Council and supported by Rhyl Town Council... |
| Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham councils are Royal Welsh Show Host Counties for 2008 | This year Denbighshire, Conwy, Flintshire and Wrexham Councils will be joining together as host counties for the 2008 Royal Welsh Agricultural Show which will be held in Llanelwedd, Builth Wells from 21 – 24 July.The Royal Welsh Show is one... |
| 15/07/2008 | |
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| Action Plan follows serious case review | Members of Denbighshire's Cabinet have been informed of arrangements for monitoring an action plan drawn up in response to a serious case review following the deaths of two children in Bodelwyddan in November 2006.The Local Safeguarding Children... |
| Council expresses concern about impact of strike on vulnerable people | Denbighshire County Council has expressed concern about the refusal of Unison to agree exemptions from strike action for various services for vulnerable people. Among the services which have been jeopardised by Unison's decision are:dealing... |
| Council's focus on customer care | A blueprint aimed at improving customer service and access to council services has been formally approved.The Customer Service Strategy follows hot on the heels of the creation of a Customer Care Service which was set up in September 2007 and... |
| Changes to library opening hours at St Asaph, Rhuddlan and Rhyl | Denbighshire County Council has announced the reduction of opening hours at three of the county's libraries.Proposals were made for reduction in opening hours as part of cost savings for the current financial year. However, this was delayed due... |
| Travelling Bishops enjoy a taste of Welsh hospitality | Bishops from all over the world visited Wales last week and enjoyed the colourful atmosphere of the Llangollen Music International Eisteddfod before heading off to take part in the Lambeth Conference of Bishops of the Anglican Communion in... |
| Hyfrydle to close | Denbighshire's Cabinet has agreed a recommendation to close Hyfrydle, a 52 week residential facility for pupils attending Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn, Denbigh, a specialist school working with young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.The home... |
| 14/07/2008 | |
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| Regional conference on councillors' agenda | Councillors from across North Wales gathered for a special conference aimed at promoting their role and the work of local authorities - the first time for such an event to take place in the region.The 'Leading Local Government in North Wales... |
| Watch out for school watch! | Denbighshire has joined with partner agencies to launch School Watch in time for the summer holidays. School Watch aims to encourage people to keep an extra eye on their local schools during the long summer break in a bid to combat vandalism and... |
| 11/07/2008 | |
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| Industrial Action Information | Denbighshire County Council services will be disrupted on Wednesday and Thursday, July 16 and 17, due to a national strike called by UNISON and T+G Unite. All residents on the x2 scheme in the south of the county (Ruthin and Denbigh) should... |
| Why not take time out to bring out the artist in you? | A free painting class for adults will be held in the garden of Nantclwyd y Dre, Ruthin, on Saturday July 19 from 11am - 4.30pmJoin accomplished Welsh landscape painter, David Lloyd-Griffiths, in the tranquil and historic setting of Nantclwyd y Dre... |
| Take a step back in time to reveal the past | Ever wanted to find out more about archaeology? Now here’s your chance with a line up of events to mark National Archaeology Week.· Saturday 12 July - Art in Archaeology day at Ruthin Gaol. 11am-4pm· Wednesday 16 July - Medieval Bodger and... |
| 09/07/2008 | |
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| North Wales councils combine to combat poor parking | Savings are being made by North Wales councils combine to combat poor parking.Savings are being made across North Wales and the local regulation of parking significantly improved for local residents and businesses as a result of an innovative... |
| Hyfrydle recommended to close | Denbighshire's Cabinet will be recommended at its meeting on July 15th to close Hyfrydle, the 52 week residential facility for pupils attending Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn, Denbigh. The home was opened on November 5, 2007 as a local authority... |
| Another successful prosecution for Council's Housing Enforcement team | Denbighshire has prosecuted a Rhyl landlord for allowing two unsuitable flats to be occupied by tenants at a River Street property in the town.Shakeel Aslam pleaded guilty to two offences under the new Housing Act 2004 for allowing two... |
| Joy of Decades | Visit Denbighshire museums in August and experience the memories of some of the decades of the 20th century. Denbighshire Heritage Service has teamed up with Llangollen Museum and Rhyl Steam Railway to celebrate the eras 1920s ... |
| Council tax success | Denbighshire has one of the best council tax collection rates in Wales and the best record in North Wales.Figures released by the Assembly show Denbighshire had the second highest amount of in-year council tax collections in Wales during 2007/08... |
| Council expresses disappointment at deprivation results | Denbighshire County Council has expressed its disappointment that three areas of Rhyl have appeared in the top ten list of deprived areas in Wales, despite extensive regeneration and a range of community initiatives to improve the quality of life... |
| 08/07/2008 | |
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| Celebration at no more special measures at Blessed Edward Jones | The Leader of Denbighshire, Councillor Hugh Evans has congratulated staff, governors and pupils of Blessed Edward Jones High School, Rhyl following confirmation the school is no longer deemed to be in special measures.A recent inspection by... |
| Children get active and get reading this summer | Libraries in Denbighshire are on their marks and getting set to keep children active and keep them reading throughout the summer holidays with Team Read, the Summer Reading Challenge™.The Summer Reading Challenge™ is simple – visit the library... |
| 07/07/2008 | |
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| Clock ticking on LDP consultation | Time is running out for people to have their say on Denbighshire County Council’s draft Local Development Plan (LDP).This is the first formal consultation draft of the LDP and following consideration of the comments received a second... |
| Supported Housing project to help young people | Denbighshire County Council working in Partnership with the Cymdeithas Tai Clwyd Housing Association are considering proposals for a small supported housing project for young people aged between 16 and 24 in Denbigh. A meeting has been arranged... |
| Owain Glyndwr to raid Loggerheads Country Park | In conjunction with National Archaeology Week, Denbighshire Countryside Services at Loggerheads Country Park are holding a weekend devoted to living history, with historical reenactment group Samhain.On the weekend of Saturday 12th and Sunday... |
| Looking after Denbighshire's countryside | Volunteers are needed to help protect and enhance south Denbighshire's breath-taking scenery.Denbighshire Countryside Service would like to hear from people interested in joining a wide range of activities, from traditional skills such as dry... |
| Language and Play celebrations continue | It's party time again for the Language and Play scheme in Denbighshire as it continues to celebrate its 5th birthday. The second and final celebration event is being held at Eirianfa, Factory Place, Denbigh on Saturday, July 12 between 1.30pm... |
| Denbighshire’s planning department is on good form | Denbighshire has launched a new version of the planning application form, now known as the 1APP form, (National Standard Planning application form) which is designed to standardise the form and make it easier for professionals and individuals submit... |
| Coach Education Week offers top tips for trainers | A wide variety of coaching courses are being run at the Rhyl Leisure Centre from July 19 to 25 as part of Coach Education Week 2008. Included in the week are courses for the FAW Trust Football Leaders Award, SCW Dragon Sport Organisers... |
| 04/07/2008 | |
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| Council Worker of the Year update | A Denbighshire countryside warden narrowly missed winning the Council Worker of the Year award for bravery at a prestigious awards ceremony in Bournemouth last night (Thursday). Garry Davies was nominated by Denbighshire's Chief Executive, Ian... |
| 03/07/2008 | |
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| Innovative centre officially opens its doors | A centre which provides support services to homeless people or those who have substance misuse or mental health issues in the Rhyl area has been officially opened. Denbighshire County Council is one of the funders of Canolfan Dewi Sant, a day... |
| 02/07/2008 | |
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| Building on the foundations of Dinas Bran construction | A £2.6 million project to enhance facilities at Ysgol Dinas Bran, Llangollen is underway. The project, which has been funded by Denbighshire County Council and the Welsh Assembly Government, involves the construction of a new building which will... |
| New Head of Service appointed | Denbighshire County Council has appointed a Head of Policy and Performance for the Lifelong Learning Directorate.Jackie Walley has been acting Head of Policy and Performance since the end of 2007 and her permanent appointment was officially... |
| 01/07/2008 | |
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| Library no fines amnesty reminder | Denbighshire’s Library Service is reminding residents of a three week amnesty that allows the public to return overdue library books without being fined. People who have library books, DVD’s or CD’s that are long overdue have the opportunity to... |
| Promoting access to Denbighshire's countryside | Denbighshire Countryside Service is promoting the use of the RADAR keys that enable wheelchair and mobility scooter users to access some of the county’s countryside sites.Where possible new stile kissing gate are used, they function the same as... |
| Recycling record for Denbighshire | Denbighshire residents have broken the 30% barrier for recycling during the first three months of the current financial year. The record amount of garden waste collected for composting has been one factor but householders are also recycling more... |
| 30/06/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire counts down to Llangollen International Music Eisteddfod | A feast of colour, culture and world class music is in store at this year’s International Musical Eisteddfod, which begins on July 8, and there’s a host of events lined up for visitors to the Denbighshire County Council marquee on site throughout... |
| Get ready to meet the Superlambanana at the Llangollen International Eisteddfod. | Once seen, never forgotten, the Superlambanana has certainly captured the imagination of people everywhere, with a small army of ceramic replicas found across the globe – and now a special one is heading to Denbighshire for the Llangollen... |
| 26/06/2008 | |
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| Rights of Way Improvement Plan draft now available | A draft copy of Denbighshire's Council's Rights of Way Improvement Plan is now available for feedback. The Rights of Way Improvement Plan sets out the Council's aspirations for delivering an improving network of access to the countryside for all... |
| Denbighshire Focused agenda | Councillors have unanimously agreed to a programme of modernisation branded ‘Denbighshire’s Focused Agenda’. The aim of the programme is to ensure Denbighshire can meet the challenges of the 21st century through strategic direction as well as... |
| Summer of fun at Rhyl Leisure Centre | Rhyl Leisure Centre, in partnership with Rhyl Town Council, have a fantastic programme of activities for Children this Summer. The ever popular Tiger Sports Camps is back - a fun filled sports and activities camp for 8 hours per day for only... |
| Leader calls for faster broadband. | Denbighshire’s Leader, Councillor Hugh Evans, has called for broadband suppliers to get up to speed with rural Wales by making broadband services faster. In a survey conducted by the BBC, North Wales currently ranks as having the second to... |
| Fine mess for flouting smoking ban | Denbighshire County Council Licensing team will not tolerate landlords who ignore the ban on smoking in an area designated as smoke free. Susan Murphy, the landlord of the Liverpool Arms, Wellington Road, Rhyl was found guilty of allowing people... |
| 25/06/2008 | |
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| Chart topping band return to Rhyl | A blackpool-based boy band will be returning to Rhyl as part of the town’s Fun in the Sun Event on August Bank Holiday weekend.Billiam entertained the crowds at last year's event and this week smashed into the national Top 40 this week with... |
| Council supports change on how to determine on shore wind farm applications | Council supports change on how to determine on shore wind farm applicationsAt a meeting yesterday (Tuesday), Denbighshire County Council supported a change to guidance for wind farm applications which had been recommended by council officers.... |
| City Strategy extension boost | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news that the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) is to receive an additional £5 million to build on the success of their City Pathfinder projects, which includes the Rhyl City Strategy.The DWP was... |
| The Georgian minstrel | Peter Bull, the wandering Georgian Minstrel, is due to appear at Plas Newydd on the 5th July, 11am- 4pm. Relax in the tranquil grounds of Plas Newydd, Llangollen, to the strains of popular ballads and dance music from the 18th century,... |
| 24/06/2008 | |
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| Counties join forces for EU funds | (This is a joint press-release by Conwy County Borough Council, Denbighshire County Council, Gwynedd Council and the Isle of Anglesey County Council) Conwy, Denbighshire, Gwynedd and the Isle of Anglesey Councils have signed a significant... |
| Rhyl & Prestatyn - winning destinations | A website promoting Rhyl and Prestatyn as top tourist destinations has been awarded an industry accolade.The website: www.rhyl-prestatyn.co.uk has been awarded a third prize by the British Resorts and Destinations Association in a survey of... |
| County pupils tune up for musical performances | Youngsters from Denbighshire schools will be showcasing their musical talents at two high profile performances this summer.The Denbighshire County Wind Band was set up in January 2008 with over 40 members from schools across the county. The... |
| Vote Garry campaign enters its final stages | The final push for votes for Garry Davies is underway, with the July 3 deadline for votes in the Council Worker of the Year competition fast approaching.Garry has been nominated in the bravery category of the prestigious awards for jumping into... |
| 23/06/2008 | |
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| Talented young readers represent county | Young readers from three Denbighshire schools have won a place in the grand final of the North-East Wales English Books Quiz to be held on Wednesday, June 25th at Denbigh Town Hall. Teams from Ysgol Pen Barras, Ruthin, Ysgol Llywelyn, Rhyl and... |
| Councillor to represent county on police authority | Councillor Ian Gunning has been chosen as Denbighshire County Council’s representative on the North Wales Police Authority.Denbighshire’s Chairman, Councillor Raymond Bartley, said: “I’m delighted to be able to congratulate Councillor Gunning on... |
| Looking cool for Guide Dogs for the Blind campaign | The Chairman, Leader and Chief Executive of Denbighshire County donned their sunglasses to join in activities to mark the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association's Shades Day.Chairman, Councillor Raymond Bartley, Leader, Councillor Hugh Evans and... |
| Special milestone for county's Language and Play group | It's party time for the Language and Play scheme in Denbighshire as it celebrates its 5th birthday.Two events are being staged across the county and those that have attended the group are invited to come and join in the celebrations.The first... |
| 20/06/2008 | |
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| Victorian Music in Gaol | Come along to Ruthin Gaol on Saturday 28th June to experience music of a bygone era. Musician and historian, Richard York, will be performing the sort of music and songs that you would have heard around the Gaol corridors in Victorian times.... |
| 19/06/2008 | |
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| Cabinet portfolio holders’ responsibilities confirmed | The Leader of Denbighshire, Councillor Hugh Evans has confirmed the areas of portfolio responsibilities for his Cabinet Lead Members.The Cabinet line-up was confirmed earlier this month and each Member has been allocated the following... |
| Heritage Lottery Fund to support youth mosaic project in Denbighshire | The Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has awarded a grant of £24, 000 to Denbighshire Heritage Service for the Merseyside Connections mosaic project, it was announced today. The project - which compliments Liverpool Capital of Culture 2008 - will... |
| People Power pays of for a Prestatyn School | Staff at Ysgol Penmorfa, Prestatyn, will be ending the Summer term on a high after being awarded Investors in People Award (IIP) and Investors in People Leadership and Management Standard. In a report from the IIP assessor, Penmorfa was... |
| 18/06/2008 | |
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| Garry Davies gets the youngsters’ vote | Youngsters at a Vale of Clwyd primary school have lent their support to a campaign to vote for Garry Davies for the prestigious Council Worker of the Year award. Garry, who works for Denbighshire Countryside Service, has been nominated by... |
| 17/06/2008 | |
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| Council responds to Estyn feedback on education | Denbighshire County Council has continued with the good start made to address the recommendations following the Estyn inspection, with improved leadership and a clearer direction for education services, according to feedback received by Estyn... |
| Council congratulates new Vice Chair of North Wales Fire and Rescue Authority | Denbighshire County Council has congratulated Councillor Sharon Frobisher (Prestatyn South West) on her election as Vice Chair of the North Wales Fire and Rescue Authority for 2008/09.Chair of the County Council, Councillor Ray Bartley, said "On... |
| 16/06/2008 | |
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| Council concerned at Revenues and Customs plans for Rhyl base | Denbighshire County Council has expressed concern at a proposal by HM Revenue and Customs to withdraw its service from Rhyl.HM Revenue and Customs is carrying out a review as part of a move to modernise its operations throughout the UK and has... |
| Community life captured on camera | A pioneering film showing life and times of two villages in the Clwydian Range during the 1940s and 50s has had the final edited and narrated version screened publicly for the first time. The film has been produced using cine footage captured... |
| Wipe the slate clean with library no fines amnesty | Denbighshire’s Library Service is launching a three week amnesty that allows the public to return overdue library books without being fined. People who have library books, DVD’s or CD’s that are long overdue have the opportunity to return them... |
| Double century celebrations for Homeswapper | More than 200 tenants living in Denbighshire have now registered for the Homeswapper scheme. Homeswapper is a web based mutual exchange service which automatically searches for potential moves for Council and Housing Association tenants. ... |
| 13/06/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire supports National Bike Week | Denbighshire County Council is joining in the spirit of Bike Week (June 14 – 22) with a series of training activities for the county’s children.Bike Week is an annual opportunity to promote cycling as a source of fitness and fun.... |
| Algal blooms are causing a stir along Denbighshire’s coastline | The marine algal bloom, phytoplankton, is affecting some beaches in North Wales including Rhyl and Prestatyn. The blooms, which are seen as foam along the coastline, are currently forming in Liverpool Bay. They are caused by increased marine... |
| 12/06/2008 | |
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| A Wii Console-ation for Denbighshire’s Older People | To help Denbighshire County Council promote Adult Learners week (May 17 – 24), NIACE (National Institute for Adult Continuing Education) provided funding to purchase a Nintendo Wii. This year, Adult Learners Week was led by Denbighshire’s Older... |
| 10/06/2008 | |
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| Date confirmed for Green Lane roadworks | Denbighshire County Council has been informed by contractors that roadworks planned for Green Lane, Corwen are scheduled to begin the week commencing Monday, June 23. The Council's bridges section will be carrying out essential repairs and... |
| Traditional building skills prove a lifeline for local historic buildings | Over the past 18 months a series of free courses aimed at protecting North East Wales’ building heritage has proved a huge success for its organisers.The courses, held in Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham, were introduced by Cadwyn Clwyd... |
| Focus on the elderly for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day | On 16th June Denbighshire and Conwy County Councils, North Wales Police, Age Concern and Conwy & Denbighshire NHS Trust are holding an event to raise awareness for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The event will be held in the foyer of Ysbty... |
| 09/06/2008 | |
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| Library user campaign targets the young | Libraries in Denbighshire have launched a new campaign to encourage babies and toddlers to become library members.Every child aged 0-3 who joins the library for the first time will be given a Bookstart teddy bear as a free gift.Libraries love... |
| Highway improvement works in Ruthin | Denbighshire County Council is informing motorists and residents of Ruthin that highway improvement works on Castle Street are scheduled to start on Monday, June 23.The scheduled works include the provision of kerb adjacent to 7 Castle Street... |
| 05/06/2008 | |
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| Food Safety Week | Denbighshire County Council Trading Standards and Environmental Health Team, working with the Food Standards Agency, is gearing up for Food Safety Week which takes place from June 9-13.The theme of the UK-wide campaign is "GermWatch” and... |
| Denbighshire supports Men’s Health Week | The 2008 National Men’s Health week, organised by Men’s Health Forum, runs from June 9 – 15.This year the focus will be on men in the workplace and Denbighshire County Council is taking up the challenge by offering various activities throughout... |
| Council calls on Post Office to come clean on the facts | Denbighshire County Council has called on the Post Office Ltd to release information about the total number of transactions at each post office in the county. The call has come following the release by BT of information on the number of calls... |
| 04/06/2008 | |
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| DigitalCre8or | A brand new course will see students getting creative with digital media The British Computer Society (BCS) Digital Creator Award - or DigitalCre8or - is an exciting new qualification designed to meet the needs of people who want to make the most... |
| 03/06/2008 | |
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| Gerry gets in gear for charity bike ride | A Denbighshire County Council member of staff will be getting on his bike for a 15 mile bike ride - all in aid of charity.Gerry Lapington, who works in the Health and Safety department based at County Hall, Ruthin will take part in the ride... |
| Spotlight on social care in Denbighshire | Denbighshire County Council is joining forces with various agencies and organisations across the social care sector to provide information, activities and interactive workshops with a social care theme. A series of open days will be held across... |
| Denbighshire’s Cabinet line-up finalised | The Leader of Denbighshire, Councillor Hugh Evans has confirmed the appointment of the ninth and final member of his Cabinet. Councillor David Thomas (Labour- Rhyl South West) is the Lead member for economic development and regeneration and he... |
| County celebrates Urdd successes | Denbighshire County Council wishes to congratulate the county's students on their success at the annual Urdd Eisteddfod, hosted in Penrhyn Bay, Conwy last week.Pupils from the county's schools competed in numerous stage competitions, including... |
| Success at core of historic building | Award winning Nantclwyd y Dre, the 15th Century timber framed town house in Ruthin has yet again proved to be a winner. The firm of architects involved with the restoration of the building, Donald Insall Associates, picked up their Green Apple... |
| Celebrating opportunities for people with learning disabilities | As part of Learning Disabilities Week (16-21 June), Denbighshire Social Services are highlighting the range of services and opportunities that are available for people with learning disabilities. The Work Opportunities Scheme offers people... |
| 02/06/2008 | |
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| It’s competition time at Denbighshire’s youth website | Two competitions are currently being run on the Youthden website for the chance to win a season ticket to Bodelwyddan Castle for entrants of any age or an overnight ghost hunt for people aged 18-25. The competition runs until June 23 and for... |
| Best feet forward in Race for Life | Teams of Denbighshire County Council staff put their best feet forward for this year’s annual Race for Life event in aid of Cancer Research UK. Raising well over £2,000 between them, the Denbighshire teams joined with 3,100 women who took... |
| Welcome to the Iron Age – Rocks, Ramparts and Rambles | If Time Team tickles your tastebuds, then the Welcome to the Iron Age- Rocks, Ramparts and Rambles will be just up your street.On Saturday 21st June visitors are invited to hear presentations from three eminent national archaeologists about the... |
| Family support Garry’s Award bid | The family of a man who sadly died, despite the efforts of a Denbighshire Countryside Service officer to rescue him from the sea at Prestatyn, have offered their support after Garry Davies was shortlisted for bravery in the Council Worker of the... |
| Get on board with your bus comments | Bus users in the Dee Valley can have their say about bus services in the area during surgeries being held in Llangollen and Corwen on Friday, July 4.They will be held at the One Stop Shop in Llangollen between 10am and 12pm and at the Corwen One... |
| LDP consultation | Denbighshire County Council’s consultation on the draft Local Development Plan (LDP) is now underway and a series of information roadshows are being held this month.The document will be available in the County’s libraries or on the Council’s... |
| Helping hands in India | A Denbighshire County Council officer vows to continue her work with vulnerable women and children after returning from a fact finding mission to India in March.Bridget Stokes, a Care Craft co-ordinator at Hafan Deg Day Care Centre in Rhyl,... |
| 30/05/2008 | |
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| Leader announces cabinet | Councillor Hugh Evans, leader of Denbighshire County Council, has announced seven appointments to his Cabinet. Councillor Evans said "I received 18 applications to join the Cabinet, from all political groups, and I have considered them carefully.... |
| 28/05/2008 | |
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| Super sleuths get ready to solve crime at Ruthin Gaol | Crime Detection Exhibition and competition Learn how to be a crime solver by exploring the world of the forensic scientist at Ruthin Gaol this June. Throughout the month, visitors to the gaol will be given the opportunity to study a crime... |
| Volunteer drivers to receive national accolade | A team of volunteer drivers helping older people enjoy a new lease of life are to pick up an award at the 2008 Wales Volunteer of the Year.Denbighshire Night Rider Volunteers are among 10 adults, three young people and three groups about to... |
| Keep Wales Tidy | Denbighshire meets the exacting standards of environmental charity, Keep Wales Tidy Inspectors from the Keep Wales Tidy charity spent two days in the county this month and have awarded Denbighshire an overall street cleanliness score of 96.8%.... |
| 27/05/2008 | |
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| Big Lottery Funding to fight child obesity in Denbighshire | A total of £338,173 has been awarded to Denbighshire’s Health, Social Care and Well-Being Partnership following a successful grant bid this month. The grant will be used under the Way of Life Programme to fund 2 posts for 3 years to promote... |
| 23/05/2008 | |
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| Resurfacing works on Coast Road | Denbighshire County Council is informing motorists that major resurfacing works on the A548 Coast Road between the Robin Hood Holiday camp and its junction with Earlswood Avenue will commence on Monday June 2, 2008.The works are expected to... |
| 22/05/2008 | |
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| Green Lane road works | Denbighshire County Council is informing motorists in the Corwen area of roadworks which are due to begin in early June.The Council's bridges section will be carrying out essential repairs and refurbishment of a bridge along Green Lane, Corwen,... |
| Blue flag flying at Prestatyn Central beach | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news that one of the county's beaches has been awarded the prestigious blue flag for cleanliness.Prestatyn Central Beach is one of forty two Welsh beaches and five marinas that have been given the honour... |
| Council calls for Post Office consultation extension | Denbighshire County Council is calling again on the Post Office to consider extending the local public consultation on proposed closures of branches in North Wales.The Post Office will be consulting on the issue between 29 July and 15 September,... |
| Children's choir stars of the show | The youngsters of a brand new children’s choir will be among the stars of the show when they make their debut at a special event in Corwen next month.The 30-strong Cor Plant Edeyrnion has only recently been formed but on Friday, June 13, they... |
| Grand slam for Corwen | The famous Six Nations Trophy is heading to North Wales to ensure a Grand Slam for Corwen – and the children’s hospice, Ty Gobaith.The magnificent cup, won by Ryan Jones’s team when they completed a memorable Grand Slam by beating France in... |
| Emergency Duty Team to be launched across North East Wales local authorities | A new social services Emergency Duty Team (EDT) covering Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham counties has been set up and will be launched in June. This is a collaborative development across the three local authorities, to provide effective... |
| 21/05/2008 | |
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| Your views needed on payphones closure plans | Denbighshire County Council is urging anyone with a view on BT's plans to close 25 public payphones in the county to get in touch with the Council to have their say.The proposals refer to phone boxes in the Maeshafn, Cynwyd, Llandrillo,... |
| 20/05/2008 | |
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| Poetry in motion at Ruthin Library | The poet Samantha Wynne Rhydderch will be launching her new book in Ruthin, as part of a programme of activities arranged by Denbighshire Library Service to promote the National Year of Reading in Wales.Samantha, who is from New Quay,... |
| Council chooses Chair and Vice Chair | Denbighshire County Council has chosen Councillor Raymond Bartley (Independent – Denbigh Lower) as its Chairman for the coming year.Councillor Bartley, a former psychiatric nurse, has been a local councillor for 25 years and became a county... |
| Denbighshire's Leadership announced | Denbighshire County Council has confirmed that Councillor Hugh Evans has been re-elected as Leader of the Council following a ballot of members at County Hall, Ruthin today (Tuesday, May 20).Councillor Evans (Independent, Llanfair Dyffryn... |
| 19/05/2008 | |
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| Town footballers kick start reading campaign | Pick up a book from your local library is the message from members of Llangollen Football Club as they team up with Denbighshire Library Service to promote reading and the wealth of activities on offer in the county's libraries.This initiative... |
| National Award for historic townhouse | Denbighshire is delighted to have been awarded the Welsh Building Conservation Award for 2008 from the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) for its work in renovating Nantclwyd y Dre, Ruthin. This prestigious award, which is sponsored... |
| 16/05/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire welcomes news of a windfall | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news of a £103k grant awarded by the Welsh Assembly Government to improve the local environment. The grant, announced by Welsh Assembly Minister, Jane Davidson, today (Thursday) is part of a £3m package... |
| Geared up for Motorcycle Safety | Efforts to reduce the number of motorcycle fatalities on the roads of Denbighshire and Wrexham will be supported by a summer of television commercials on ITV Wales (HTV) beginning next week. The 30 second commercial has been commissioned to... |
| 15/05/2008 | |
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| Explore Denbigh signage boost | New interpretation panels are being installed in three car parks in Denbigh to improve links to the town centre, castle and town walls. The issue of limited signage was highlighted in the Denbigh Business Action Plan and following... |
| Blue badges to be issued at One Stop Shops | Blue badge disability parking permits will soon be available at One Stop Shops as part of a new initiative being introduced by Denbighshire County Council. Corwen One Stop Shop, located in Neuadd Edeyrnion on the Square, will be the first to... |
| Update on Rhuddlan recycling plans | Denbighshire County Council has decided to withdraw its planning application for a new recycling park in Rhuddlan due to a formal objection from the Environment Agency. The Agency had asked the council to design the site so that it could deal... |
| 14/05/2008 | |
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| On the road with Clwydian Range promotion | The campaign to promote the Clwydian Range has gone mobile - with an advertising feature now appearing on a bus service connecting Chester with the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).The bus now has a large image of the Clwydian Range... |
| Chair of Governors Forum | The first official meeting of the Chair of Governors Forum took place at St Brigid’s School in Denbigh on May 7.Many representatives from both primary and secondary schools attended the meeting which was chaired by Canon John Glover, chairman of... |
| Have your say on development consultation | A series of roadshows get underway in June as Denbighshire County Council consults on its draft Local Development Plan (LDP). The document will be available in the County’s libraries or on the Council’s website from June 2nd.This is the first... |
| 13/05/2008 | |
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| ‘Painted Ladies’ | ‘Painted Ladies’ is the theme for this year’s artist in residence at Plas Newydd, Llangollen. Starting on May 5, artist, Ann Bridges, began a month-long project based on the lives and journals of the Ladies of Llangollen, and will be keeping... |
| Denbighshire County Council - Leadership Candidates | Denbighshire County Council has confirmed that the following nominations have been received for the role of Leader of the Council:Councillor Hugh Evans (Independent, Llanfair Dyffryn Clwyd/Gwyddelwern)Councillor Evans has been nominated by... |
| Melody making at music workshop | Members of a young brass band from the Vale of Clwyd will improve their musical skills at a workshop being hosted by members of Tubalate, a professional brass quartet.The Seren Fach/ Little Stars band is led by John and Heather Powell and... |
| Council responds to Post Office decision | Council responds to Post Office decision to extend consultation period by one weekDenbighshire County Council has responded to information that the Post Office has decided to extend the consultation period on closures in North Wales by one week.... |
| Planning one of the best records in Wales | Denbighshire has one of the best records in Wales when it comes to the number of planning appeals upheld.Figures released by from the Planning Officers Society Wales showed that Denbighshire had the 4th best record in Wales in 2005/06, with... |
| 12/05/2008 | |
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| Elections - What happens next | The county councillors elected on May 1st recently attended an induction day at County Hall, Ruthin where they were briefed on the Council's constitution and the functions of, and key issues facing, the four directorates. Councillors also... |
| Political Groups on Denbighshire County Council | Denbighshire County Council has confirmed that five political groups have been formed following the elections on 1 May. Conservative, 18 Members Group Leader: Councillor Dewi Owens (St. Asaph)Independent, 11 Members Group Leader: ... |
| Carers Strategy – we care what you think | Denbighshire County Council wants to hear your views on a new draft strategy for carers in the county.The document is available on the website: www.denbighshire.gov.uk and copies are also available to view in libraries and one stop shops in... |
| Children get scientific at Maes Hyfryd | Youngsters at Ysgol Maes Hyfryd, Cynwyd are turning their attention to the world of science as part of a week long programme of activities to mark Science Week (May 12-16).The following themes will be explored:Monday Using laser lights in... |
| Ysgol Pant Pastynog | Pupils from Ysgol Pant Pastynog prepare to unveil their mosaic masterpiece. Youngsters at the school have been busy designing and creating their work of art with the help of mosaic artist, Tricia Jones of Llandrillo, and the finished piece is now... |
| Rhyl High pupils bring home top title in hockey | Staff and pupils were celebrating last week when they returned triumphant from a national hockey competition. The the boys’ team came back victorious having claimed the title of Welsh under 16s school hockey champions after winning the title in... |
| 09/05/2008 | |
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| Play group boost for Trefnant | Parents and children get set to benefit from increased childcare opportunities at Ysgol Trefnant thanks to the new playgroup, Puddle-Ducks, as well as a new Mother and Toddler group, which were both opened on May 6. Playgroup details... |
| Free Food Safety Seminar | Denbighshire County Council will be offering free food safety seminars and coaching for the food businesses of Denbighshire during 2008. The half day seminars will help food business owners and managers to understand the Food Standards Agency... |
| 08/05/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire opens new doors to learning for Adult Learners Week | Adult Learners week, which runs from May 17 - 23, kicks off to a special start with the grand opening of a new purpose built Denbighshire Community Learning Centre on the campus of Ysgol Brynhyfryd, Ruthin. The event starts at 10am on site and... |
| Top Brass Visit Denbighshire | Denbighshire County Council played host to a delegation of nine senior military officers from three continents who visited Rhyl on 6 May. They are undertaking a year-long course at the Royal College of Defence Studies in London during which... |
| Adult Learners Week in Denbighshire | A series of free taster sessions are being arranged for adult learners in Denbighshire, to coincide with Adult Learners Week (May 17- 24).The sessions have been arranged at the following locations:Ysgol Dinas Bran, Llangollen:Wednesday,... |
| 07/05/2008 | |
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| Well-being activity grants up for grabs | Voluntary, statutory and community groups across Denbighshire are invited to apply for a share of £25,000 funding available to promote well-being activities in the county.Healthy Denbighshire intends to support up to seven bids of between... |
| Tribute to Steve Brake - Council's community arts officer | Denbighshire County Council has paid tribute to its community arts officer who died today (Tuesday, May 6).Steve Brake was educated at Wimbledon and St. Martin’s (Sculpture) School of Art and undertook his postgraduate studies in Arts... |
| Denbighshire school reclaims playing field | Denbighshire school children can look forward to a proper sports day for the first time in three years thanks to their Board of Governors.The sports field at Ysgol Y Castell in Rhuddlan has been out of commission for the past three years after... |
| Denbighshire delivers for the deaf community | Denbighshire Social Services and partners are highlighting the services and projects available for people with a hearing impairment in Denbighshire as part of Deaf Awareness Week (5th – 11th May 2008). The Wales Council for Deaf People is... |
| Celebrating Europe Day in North East Wales | European issues will be on the agenda for three Denbighshire schools taking part in events to mark Europe Day (Friday, May 9)- exactly 51 years since the creation of the European Union.Students from Ysgol Dinas Bran (Llangollen), Ysgol... |
| Turnout in council elections in Denbighshire | Denbighshire County Council has confirmed that turnout in last Thursday's elections for county councillors was 42.4%Among those voting by post, the turnout was 70%.The 42.4% turnout compares favourably to voting levels in the three Assembly... |
| 06/05/2008 | |
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| Changing picture of Denbighshire Councillors | Last Thursday's elections saw a 50% increase in the number of women who are County Councillors in Denbighshire. Ten women were elected to serve on the County Council in 1999 and 2004. Fifteen were elected last week, representing 32% of the 47... |
| Promoting food health and safety in Denbighshire | Denbighshire Environmental Health Officers, working within the Food and Health and Safety Team, are continuing to ensure that all food produced, imported and distributed in Denbighshire is safe to eat and complies with hygiene... |
| Making safety a priority in the workplace | Denbighshire County Council’s Environmental Health Officers and Health and Safety Officers have been taking swift enforcement action to ensure that employers provide a safe workplace to prevent accidents and fatalities.During 2006/07 241... |
| 02/05/2008 | |
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| Election Results 2008 | The Local Government Elections took place on Thursday 1 May 2008. Elections were held across Wales in 22 County & County Boroughs. Within Denbighshire, voting was for 47 County Councillors in 30 Electoral Divisions. The new Council will be... |
| A guided tour with a twist awaits visitors to Plas Newydd, Llangollen | Every second Sunday of the month, visitors to Plas Newydd can enjoy a guided tour of the house in the form of a costume performance by 18 year old Clare Wall from Chirk. Over the centuries, Plas Newydd, Llangollen has become synonymous with its... |
| 01/05/2008 | |
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| Council officer shortlisted for Worker of the Year award | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news that a member of its Countryside Service team has been short-listed for one of the prestigious Council Worker of the Year Awards 2008, in recognition of an act of bravery. Garry Davies, who is based... |
| Denbighshire Supported Lodgings (DSL) open its doors | Denbighshire has seen a rise in the number of homeless young people and Denbighshire Supporting Lodgings (DSL) began operating in February 2008 in response to this growing need. A launch event will take place on Tuesday 13th May at the Eirianfa... |
| 30/04/2008 | |
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| Council pays tribute to former chairman | Denbighshire County Council has paid tribute to Mr Tom Parry of Prestatyn who died at St Kentigern's Hospice yesterday (29 April).Mr Parry represented Prestatyn Central from 1995 until he retired as a councillor at the last elections in 2004. He... |
| Team successes lead Denbighshire schools to Welsh finals | Sporty youngsters from Denbighshire will go head to head against other schools from across Wales in national sport competitions being arranged by Urdd Gobaith Cymru at Aberystwyth on May 10th.The following schools will be representing... |
| 29/04/2008 | |
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| Half term fun is on its way to Denbigh Leisure Centre this May. | Youngsters aged 8 – 12 are invited to join the fun at two day-long sessions which will include a variety of activites, sports, games, arts and crafts at Denbigh Leisure Centre on May 28 and 29 from 8.30am to 4pm. The sessions cost £13 for one... |
| It’s not too late to make your vote count if you miss the post | Denbighshire wishes to remind people that the the last day for posting postal votes is tomorrow (Wednesday). Anyone that misses the post should complete the postal vote and deliver it in the appropriate envelope to any polling station in... |
| Spooky investigation at Plas Newydd | Paranormal investigators from TV’s Most Haunted travelled to Plas Newydd, Llangollen for their latest spooky investigation which hits the small screen tonight (Tuesday) at 9pm on Living TV. For the programme, presenter Yvette Fielding and her... |
| 28/04/2008 | |
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| How much does your caravan weigh? | If you want to find out, come along to the weighbridge on the St Asaph – Rhuddlan by-pass (southbound) on Thursday May 8 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.Denbighshire Trading Standards are holding a “Weigh Day”. They are inviting caravan and boat... |
