News Releases By Date
| 18/07/2008 | |
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| Bin Collection update | Anyone who did not have their refuse collected on Wednesday and Thursday this week should put their refuse out as normal next week when it will be picked up. Denbighshire County Council would like to thank residents for their cooperation.... |
| 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... |
| 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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| Council raises profile of child employment byelaw | Denbighshire County Council is making employers in the county aware of a bye-law which regulates the employment of children under school leaving age. The Employment of Children Byelaw which comes into force on July 11, 2008 gives guidance to... |
| 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... |
| Update on Council's possession of horses bid | Denbighshire County Council has successfully been granted possession of horses from a Llandegla farm following concerns about their welfare.At Denbigh Magistrates Court yesterday (Tuesday), magistrates granted permission for the Council to gain... |
| 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... |
| Council raises profile of child employment byelaw | Denbighshire County Council is making employers in the county aware of a bye-law which regulates the employment of children under school leaving age. The Employment of Children Byelaw which comes into force on July 11, 2008 gives guidance to... |
| 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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| Vale of Clwyd gets ready to open its doors | Ruthin and Denbigh are gearing up for this year’s Vale of Clwyd Heritage Open Days.Ruthin will open its doors on September 13 and 14 with Denbigh’s weekend taking place on September 20 and 21. Over thirty properties, many not usually open to... |
| 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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| Denbighshire successfully prosecutes landlords of house in multiple occupation | Denbighshire Housing Enforcement team has successfully prosecuted landlords in Rhyl for running a house in multiple occupation (“HMO”) without a property licence.Jacqueline Morrison of Prestatyn and John Wilson of Abergele were both found... |
| 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... |
| 11/06/2008 | |
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| Vale of Clwyd Tour | Vale of Clwyd TourDenbighshire County Council has been involved in developing a new Vale of Clwyd tour which introduces visitors to the hidden gems of the region.Each of the ten locations identified on the tour has a new interpretation board... |
| 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... |
| Suspicious claims warning | Any suspicious claims against Denbighshire County Council will be robustly defended, the authority has warned.This warning follows a case at Rhyl County Court last week where the Council successfully defended a case of negligence after an... |
| 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... |
| Bosnia veteran guest stars at county business function | Colonel Bob Stewart, the first British UN Commander in Bosnia will share his experiences with delegates at a special dinner being hosted in Denbighshire next month.The Rhyl Business Dinner event has been arranged by Denbighshire’s Area... |
| Denbighshire staff reach for the sky in Superkids fundraiser | Denbighshire County Council staff will be getting involved in a variety of events taking place on 31st May across Rhyl to raise money for the charity North Wales Superkids. Throughout the day Frank Inskip, caretaker of the Social Services... |
| Opportunities for all during Adult Learner’s Week | Organisations and community groups from across Denbighshire have taken up the challenge of using Adult Learners’ Week (17th – 24th May) to showcase the diverse range of opportunities that exist for people who want to get back into learning.NIACE... |
| Vote 2008 | The elections for county and town / community councils take place on Thursday, May 1st. Polling stations will be open between 7am and 10pm. Votes will be verified on Thursday night and the counting will begin at 10am on Friday, May 2nd. ... |
| 24/04/2008 | |
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| Ysgol Dinas Bran students learn about road safety - Joint release with NW Fire Service | Year 12 and 13 pupils from Ysgol Dinas Bran, Llangollen were taught the reality of being involved in a road traffic collision during a hard hitting presentation this week by firefighters from Wrexham fire station. The presentation included a... |
| 23/04/2008 | |
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| School Closure Information - Thursday 24 April 2008 | Due to industrial action by NUT members (National Union of Teachers) on Thursday 24th April 2008, some schools have made the decision to close / partially close. Please find below a list of all Denbighshire Schools and their status for... |
| 22/04/2008 | |
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| Runaway success for Denbighshire postal votes | Denbighshire County Council has announced that 12,400 postal votes for the forthcoming county and community council elections on 1 May were posted on 16 April. This represents 16.8% of the electorate. Denbighshire is believed to be the first... |
| Aerosol paint sales warning | A third of shops illegally sold aerosol paint to under 16s during a recent test purchasing operation by Denbighshire Trading Standards.Since the 31st of March 2004, the Anti-Social Behaviour Act 2003 has made it an offence to sell spray paint to... |
| Wrexham Football Club kicks off a year long partnership with a Denbigh school. | Wrexham Football Club kicks off a year long partnership with a Denbigh school. Pupils at Ysgol Heulfre, Denbigh are getting some extra special coaching in a year-long initiative between the school and Wrexham Football Club. Headteacher, Colin... |
| 21/04/2008 | |
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| Petition about Community Agency | Denbighshire County Council has confirmed that the chief executive received an invitation from the Clwyd Coast Credit Union, dated 15 April, asking him to receive a petition at 2pm today (Monday 21 April) about the proposed redundancies at the... |
| Workshop drama at Pant Pastynog | Youngsters at a Denbighshire primary school got all dramatic for a special workshop arranged with a television actress originally from the Vale of Clwyd.Manon Elis, who was raised at Llandyrnog, spent time working with pupils at Ysgol Pant... |
| Focus on Down Syndrome | A special conference highlighting issues for practitioners and parents of children with Down Syndrome is being held at Ysgol Tir Morfa, Rhyl on Friday, April 25. The event, which runs from 9am to 4pm, has been organised by Denbighshire`s... |
| Don’t leave a shred of evidence to support identity fraud | Conwy and Denbighshire’s Trading Standards officers are urging everyone to be especially careful about how they dispose of personal mail and documents after papers containing personal information were spotted at a civic amenity site in Abergele.... |
| Re-organisation of post 16 education in Rhyl | Denbighshire County Council has announced details of two consultation meetings arranged for members of the public to have their say on the proposed re-organisation of post 16 education in Rhyl.The meetings will be held at Coleg Llandrillo Rhyl,... |
| Lifting the lid on crime | Denbighshire County Council would like to ask the public to be vigilant and report any missing drainage covers (also known as gully lids).There have been a number of recent incidents where drainage covers have been removed, particularly in... |
| 17/04/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire continues fight against environmental crime | Denbighshire’s Coastal Facilities Enforcement Officers will be increasing their patrols over the coming weeks around Rhyl and Prestatyn. A number of hotspots have been identified, where environmental crime such as littering and dog fouling are... |
| Joining the library just got easier! | To celebrate the National Year of Reading (NYR), Denbighshire Libraries have made it even easier for you to join your local library.By taking just one form of identification that includes your signature and address along to the library, you can... |
| 16/04/2008 | |
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| World of books comes alive for county’s youngsters | More children in Denbighshire took part in the Big Wild Read than in any other part of Wales. Figures released by The Reading Agency this week show that Denbighshire was the top authority in Wales for the number of children participating in and... |
| Digging up the past | Digging up the pastVisitors to Pen y Cloddiau hillfort, near Llangwyfan, will get the chance to see an archaeological excavation this May.Between May 7 and 10, archaeologists from the Clwyd-Powys Archaeological Trust, based in Welshpool, will be... |
| Corwen car park update | Denbighshire County Council is informing Corwen residents and visitors that the Green Lane car park has partially re-opened to motorists.A limited amount of space for parking is now available at the car park, with the remaining renovations... |
| 15/04/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire supports real nappy week | Denbighshire County Council is working with Waste Awareness Wales and Sustainable Wales to encourage new parents to consider using real nappies on their children.This year’s Real Nappy Week (21-27 April) is being launched by Welsh newsreader and... |
| 14/04/2008 | |
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| Applications invited for public art projects | A joint partnership project for Denbighshire County Council,Prestatyn Town Council, The Countryside County for Wales and Friends of Prestatyn Railway has been successful in being awarded a £72,000 grant award from the Arts Council for Wales for... |
| Views needed on Post 16 education in Rhyl | Denbighshire County Council has launched a formal consultation on proposals to re-organise post 16 education in Rhyl.In February, Denbighshire’s Cabinet agreed for the Council to consult on proposals to close the sixth forms at Rhyl High School... |
| 11/04/2008 | |
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| Empty property initiative launched | An innovative partnership has been developed between Denbighshire County Council and North Wales Housing Association to develop an Empty Homes Strategy for the county. The partnership will employ an Empty Homes Officer for an initial period of... |
| 10/04/2008 | |
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| Keep an eye on your garden wildlife | Denbighshire’s Biodiversity team is calling for your help in monitoring garden wildlife in the county.The Council, working in partnership with Conwy and Flintshire Councils, Snowdonia National Park, the Countryside Council for Wales and Cofnod,... |
| Have your say on race equality scheme | Ethnic and minority groups and individuals living and working in Denbighshire are urged to have their say on the County’s new Draft Race Equality Scheme, which sets out the actions the Council will be taking to improve services to minority... |
| Students pack their bags for European fact-finding mission | A visit to the European Parliament in Strasbourg is on the cards for a group of Denbighshire secondary school students who used their creative writing talents to come out top in an essay competition.The competition was arranged by the Europe... |
| 08/04/2008 | |
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| Council tax collection rates on the up | 98.1% of all council tax was collected in Denbighshire during the 2007/08 financial year, the highest rate for the county since local government re-organisation in 1996.This figure is up 0.2% on last year and Denbighshire is expected to be one... |
| Single Status review of pay and conditions in Denbighshire | Denbighshire County Council has completed its Single Status review of pay and conditions of employment for over 3500 employees, from manual workers to senior managers.The review follows a report from the Local Government Pay Commission in 2004... |
| Comments needed on Children and Young People's Plan | Children, young people, families and individuals from Denbighshire communities are urged to have their say on plans to make a positive difference to the lives of children and young people in the county. The Denbighshire Children and Young... |
| Council presses for later consultation on Post Offices | At today’s (Tuesday) full council meeting, Denbighshire County Council agreed to seek a delay in the consultation on Post Office closures in North Wales.This decision follows an initiative by Wrexham Borough Council which passed a similar... |
| Tributes to councillors | Denbighshire County Council has confirmed that two councillors will be standing down at the elections on 1 May. They are Councillor David Jones MBE, who was chair of the council in 2001/02, and Councillor Ken Hawkins, the present chair of the... |
| Meliden youth visit the Capital | Six young people from Meliden have returned from a cultural residential visit to Cardiff where they learned more about cultural identity and traditions.Denbighshire Youth Service’s Meliden detached team have been working with a group of young... |
| 07/04/2008 | |
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| Prestatyn’s new school – meetings for parents | Two meetings for prospective parents of pupils seeking admission to Ysgol Clawdd Offa have been announced.The meetings will take place at Deva Chapel, Ffordd Pantycelyn, Prestatyn on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 3:30 pm and 6:30 pm.For more... |
| 04/04/2008 | |
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| Council welcomes tribunal outcome | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed the outcome of an employment tribunal brought against the authority by two former members of staff.All claims against the Council which were brought by Sheila Dooley and Colin Hardie and heard at the... |
| Affordable housing funding for Denbighshire | More affordable homes will be built than ever before in Denbighshire thanks to the County Council being awarded a £7.5m worth of social housing grant from the Welsh Assembly Government.Having already secured £5.4m to build two extra care housing... |
| County Council elections 2008 | Democracy is vibrant in Denbighshire, with every county council seat being contested in the forthcoming elections on May 1st. The list of candidates has been published today (Friday) and 139 names have been put forward, an increase of 14... |
| 03/04/2008 | |
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| Celebrating museums and galleries month in Denbighshire | Denbighshire Heritage Service is set to celebrate Museums and Galleries Month in style during May by hosting events at Ruthin Gaol, Plas Newydd (Llangollen) and Rhyl Museum.The Museums and Galleries Month is organised by The Campaign for Museums... |
| Help name a new road | Denbighshire County Council is inviting suggestions of a name for a new road that will provide access to Ysgol Clawdd Offa, the new primary school being built in Prestatyn. The road will join Ffordd Penrhwylfa at a junction being constructed... |
| 02/04/2008 | |
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| Action packed youth centres in Denbighshire | Young people interested in learning new skills and working towards recognised awards are urged to call at their nearest Youth Centre for advice and information.Youngsters attending youth centres across the county can take part in youth... |
| Property crackdown in Rhyl | The crackdown on Denbighshire landlords that provide sub-standard accommodation for tenants is continuing, with another property in Rhyl closed down due to serious health and safety concerns. Denbighshire County Council and North Wales Fire... |
| 01/04/2008 | |
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| Braving the elements for Awards | Adventurous young people from Denbighshire battled the winter elements as part of their recent Duke of Edinburgh expedition.The group started their venture at the summit of the Horseshoe Pass, Llangollen before making their way over to Llyn... |
| New Head at Cefndy Healthcare | Denbighshire County Council has announced the appointment of Deborah Holmes-Langstone as General Manager at Cefndy Healthcare. Deborah has worked as Head of Sales and Marketing at Cefndy, based at Rhyl since 1994 and for the last six months,... |
| Station Cat author comes to Ruthin Gaol | Fans of Jack the Station Cat series of books can have a purr-fect afternoon by meeting the author and let him sign their personal copies of his popular books.The Reverend Alan Cliff, who is a committee member of the Rhyl Steam Railway which runs... |
| Caution urged against bogus charity collectors | Denbighshire Trading Standards is urging people to beware of bogus charity bag collectors that may be filling their own pockets, rather than donating goods to a good cause.Attracted by the rising prices paid for second goods, bogus ‘charity’ bag... |
| 31/03/2008 | |
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| Education is making good headway in Denbighshire says Estyn | The feedback from the first Estyn monitoring visit shows that Denbighshire has made a good start to addressing the recommendations set out after the Estyn inspection of July 2007.In a letter to Ian Miller, Chief Executive of Denbighshire County... |
| Mixed Netball Tournament returns to North Wales | Welsh Netball is pleased to announce that mixed netball is back in North Wales for a second year. Welsh Netball, in conjunction with Denbighshire County Council and Conwy County Borough Council, would like to invite you to enter a team for the... |
| Restored town house is a heritage winner | Nantclwyd y Dre in Ruthin has scooped a major national award. The firm of architects involved with the project to restore the building, Donald Insall Associates, has learnt that they have won a Green Apple Built Environment Award from the Green... |
| Iron Age Hillfort – Archaeology uncovered | Do you fancy yourself as the next Lara Croft or Indiana Jones? Ever wanted to have a go at some real archaeology? The Heather and Hillforts Project, within Denbighshire Countryside Services, will be offering people the chance to have a go at... |
| 27/03/2008 | |
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| Are you registered to vote? | The countdown continues to the local elections taking place on Thursday 1 May 2008. Are you sure that you are registered? To check, phone 01824 706100 (Cymraeg) or 706101 (English) or e-mail vote2008@denbighshire.gov.ukYou still have some... |
| Denbighshire Night Rider volunteers awarded | Volunteers for the Denbighshire Night Rider service have received an award in recognition of their outstanding work within the community. The presentation of the 'South West Rhyl Communities First Award 2008' took place on Thursday March 13 at... |
| Fraud doesn’t pay for three found guilty by Denbighshire Magistrates | Denbighshire’s Benefit Fraud team, working in conjunction with the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) were successful in securing three convictions for benefit fraud at Denbigh Magistrates Court on March 25. The three cases were brought... |
| 26/03/2008 | |
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| Zero tolerance to environmental crime | 30 teams of environmental crime busters took to the streets of Denbighshire today (Wednesday, March 26), as part of a zero tolerance campaign against environmental crime in the county.The teams, co-ordinated by Denbighshire County Council and... |
| If it matters to you, it matters to us | 'Healthy Denbighshire', the second Health, Social Care & Well-Being strategy for the entire county will be made available online from March 31st at healthydenbighshire.co.uk.This strategy is available at... |
| Trading standards officers successfully prosecute firm for overloading | A building supplies firm was fined for running an overloaded vehicle following a series of weight checks carried out by Denbighshire Trading Standards Officers in October. Thorncliffe Building Supplies Ltd and driver, Anthony Nixon were both... |
| 25/03/2008 | |
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| A new play area means more family fun at Prestatyn Central Beach | Prestatyn Central Beach has been given a whole new lease of life for families to enjoy and a new family play area will open this weekend. The overall improvement scheme has focussed on the approach to the promenade and to the east of the Nova... |
| 20/03/2008 | |
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| A525 roadworks advance warning | Motorists using the A525 between St Asaph and Rhuddlan are being notified of roadworks due to begin on April 7th for 14 days.Resurfacing works will take place from the junction to Sarn Lane, Rhuddlan to the A55 at St Asaph (near the Talardy... |
| Club nets health challenge trophy | Llanferres Badminton Club caused a bit of a racket after scooping the Health Challenge Denbighshire Award for Healthy Living.The Health Challenge Denbighshire awards were open to any individual or organisation that had contributed to the better... |
| Notice of Election in Denbighshire | The Notice of Election for county councillors and town/community councillors in Denbighshire has been announced.Nomination papers must be delivered to the Returning Officer, Room 235, County Hall, Ruthin, Denbighshire, LL15 1YN by no later than... |
| Agencies respond to child deaths findings | An independent report into the deaths of Caitlin and Aiden Samuels in Bodelwyddan, Denbighshire has concluded that the tragedy could not have been predicted or prevented. The report also stresses that no professionals from any of the agencies... |
| 19/03/2008 | |
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| Chairman’s Charity Ball a great success | The Chairman of Denbighshire County Council, Councillor Ken Hawkins, held his Charity Ball at the Oriel House, St Asaph, on the evening of Friday 14th March. The evening was a huge success and a total of £2,800 was raised for the Chairman’s... |
| Council reassurance on Community Agency role | Denbighshire County Council is assuring residents that the Denbighshire Community Agency is not closing and has expressed its continued commitment to regeneration and community development work in the county.Earlier this month, the Council... |
| 18/03/2008 | |
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| Cambridge report on Cabinet’s agenda | Plans to modernise education in Denbighshire have been discussed by members of the Council’s Cabinet. The Cabinet agreed in July 2005 to commence the Modernising Education programme and Cambridge Education were appointed to undertake a review of... |
| Small Rural School Wins Eight Competitions in County Eisteddfod | Ysgol Gellifor will be flying the flag for Denbighshire this May, when the school takes part in the National Urdd Eisteddfod in Llandudno. The school has won through in no less than eight competitions in the recent County Eisteddfod and is... |
| Cabinet members have agreed to formal consultation on the future of Post 16 education in Rhyl. | At their cabinet meeting, today, (Tuesday), members agreed to take out consultation, looking into changing the way 16-19 education is provided in Rhyl. This could involve bringing to an end the current sixth form provision at Rhyl High and... |
| 17/03/2008 | |
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| Celebrating community safety achievements | Issued on behalf of the Denbighshire Community Safety Partnership - Achievements in tackling crime and disorder in Denbighshire have been honoured at a prestigious awards ceremony.The Denbighshire Community Safety Partnership hosted an event at... |
| 14/03/2008 | |
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| Easter refuse collection arrangements | Denbighshire residents are being informed that it will be business as usual for bin collections in the county over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend.Refuse collectors will be carrying out their duties as normal on Good Friday and Easter... |
| Council calls for greater funding for hospices | Councillors in Denbighshire have supported a Notice of Motion submitted by the Leader, Councillor Hugh Evans relating to the funding of hospices in Wales.The Notice of Motion read:"The County Council supports the application to the Welsh... |
| 13/03/2008 | |
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| Celebrating achievement of looked after children and young people | A special ceremony has been hosted to celebrate the achievements of looked after children and care leavers in Denbighshire. The event was arranged by Denbighshire Social Services, in partnership with Education Services, the Conwy and... |
| Council welcomes transport fund allocation | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news that it has received an offer of £2.78 million of Welsh Assembly Government Transport Grant funding. The funding has been allocated for three separate projects: · £2.53 million for the... |
| 12/03/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire Supported Lodgings (DSL) has Arrived! | A leading charity and social enterprise organisation, Local Solutions, has opened its doors to young homeless people in Denbighshire. Local Solutions works across Merseyside and the North West, helping around 200,000 people a year, but has now... |
| Celebrating success at Ysgol Carrog | Celebrating success at Ysgol CarrogStaff and pupils at Ysgol Carrog have celebrated being honoured as an Investor in People for the second time.The report by the Investors in People assessors stated that “Ysgol Carrog is a school that involves... |
| Sprucing up Meliden | Efforts are well-underway to spruce-up Meliden and make it look blooming for a national environmental competition taking place in June.Activities in the village over recent weeks to make the village ready for the Wales in Bloom competition have... |
| Denbighshire pupils “send a cow” to Africa | Pupils at Ysgol Pen Barras in Ruthin have raised £1,400 by holding a “sponsored read” at their school.A representative from the charity “Send a Cow” will be at the school on Friday, March 14 at 9:15 a.m. to receive the cheque.The charity... |
| 11/03/2008 | |
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| Town house building to open its doors | Nantclwyd y Dre, Wales' oldest timbered town house is set to officially open its doors to the public for the first time this season.Visitors to the property, located on Castle Street, Ruthin can access the walled gardens and the summer house... |
| Making Denbighshire a greener, cleaner place | Denbighshire's Public Realm teams have been out and about in communities, improving the image of the county's green spaces.Projects completed include:· Grounds maintenance improvement work on the A55 roundabout at St Asaph· Temple Bar,... |
| 10/03/2008 | |
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| Footpath re-opens after safety work | A Rhyl footpath which closed on health and safety grounds has now been officially re-opened to the public after improvement works.The footpath linking Clifton Park Road and the B5119 Dyserth Road, which straddles the Rhyl Cut, was closed on... |
| Investors in People - We've done it again | Denbighshire County Council has successfully retained its status as an Investor in People, following a recent evaluation.The IiP assessment took place over four days during February. Three assessors spent time talking to more than 170 staff.... |
| Promoting healthy lifestyles | A new programme of activities aimed at encouraging active lifestyles kicks off at Rhyl Leisure Centre later this month.The Active Lifestyle programme will concentrate on education, lifestyle and fitness. Activities will include:· Health and... |
| Re-launch of Coronation Gardens and opening of a new electronic play area | The re-launch of the Coronation Gardens in Rhyl will take place at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 14, 2008. The event will be attended by local MPs and AMs, county and town councillors and funding agencies and will highlight the completion of the... |
| Dee Valley ‘Welcome’ Signage | Following on from the Dee Valley Tour Interpretation boards that were installed in March 2007, the Dee Valley Logo has been approved by Welsh Assembly Government for use on the highway for Town Boundary signs - and these have now been installed. ... |
| CEFNDY HEALTHCARE’S GENERAL MANAGER RETIRES | Bill Whittaker, MBE, General Manager of Cefndy Healthcare will be retiring on 31 March 2008 after quarter of a century’s worth of service. Cefndy Healthcare manufactures and supplies tubular steel and plastic Aids internationally and the... |
| Music Notes link Llangollen town and Pavillion | Brass musical notes have been installed into the footpath linking The Royal International Pavilion and Llangollen Town centre. This project was funded through EU Objective 1 DESSERT and managed by the Rural Business Action team part of... |
| 07/03/2008 | |
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| Library service gains top marks in web survey | Denbighshire's library service website has been highlighted as an example of best practice in a national survey which looks at access to information online, and was one of only four services in Wales to receive this accolade.The SOCITM (Society... |
| Festival of well-being | A fun day out is arranged in Corwen as part of efforts to promote people's well-being.The Festival of Well-being will be held at the Corwen Healthy Living Centre on Saturday, March 8 between 10am and 3pm.Activities include cooking... |
| Plas Newydd, Llangollen | Plas Newydd, Llangollen, opens its doors to the public for the 75th year Plas Newydd, the former home of the famous Ladies of Llangollen will open for the Summer season on Good Friday, with staff on hand waiting to welcome visitors and use their... |
| Primary school attendance rates on the up | Attendance levels at Denbighshire primary schools are improving, with the authority now in the top 10 of the 22 local authorities in Wales.Figures issued by the Welsh Assembly Government's Statistical Directorate show a 93.6% attendance rate... |
| 06/03/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire road safety staff | Denbighshire road safety staff lead the way in promoting bike safety by offering free workshops for motorcyclists. The North Wales Local Authorities' Rider Scheme, which is being launched on March 11 at the Ponderosa Café, Horseshoe Pass,... |
| 05/03/2008 | |
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| Rhyl Community Agency | Denbighshire County Council has issued the following statement with regard to the Rhyl Community Agency:“The Rhyl Community Agency's work over the past 20 years has been invaluable and we have taken these steps - with reluctance - in the context... |
| Parking Attendants to inspect Blue Badges | Denbighshire County Council Parking Attendants are now able to inspect Blue Badges and will be carrying out these checks throughout the authority. These checks are not aimed at people who use the badges correctly - the rules allowing people to... |
| 04/03/2008 | |
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| Council website ranked among Welsh best | Denbighshire County Council's website is one of the top four websites for local authorities in Wales - and that's official.A recent review by SOCITM (Society of IT Managers) upgraded Denbighshire's website from Standard to Transactional status. ... |
| Helping hands in Rwanda and India | A Denbighshire County Council officer is travelling to India in March to work with vulnerable children.Bridget Stokes, a Care Craft co-ordinator at Hafan Deg Day Care Centre in Rhyl, has already been to Rwanda twice with fellow worker, Robert... |
| 03/03/2008 | |
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| County Voice hot off the press | The setting up of three community learning centres at Llangollen, Ruthin and Prestatyn is the main story in the March edition of County Voice, Denbighshire's newsletter for residents which is hot off the press. Other stories in this edition... |
| Thinking of Becoming a Councillor? | People interested in becoming a councillor in Denbighshire are urged to contact the Council for a copy of a guidance booklet that is hot off the press. 'Thinking of Becoming a Councillor?' has been produced by Denbighshire County Council... |
| Council celebrates successes at Welsh Councils Oscars | Denbighshire County Council is celebrating after being honoured at a prestigious awards ceremony which recognises excellence in public services in Wales.The Excellence Wales awards are arranged by the Welsh Local Government Association and... |
| Pop proms comes to Prestatyn | Youngsters in Prestatyn will have the audiences rocking in the aisles at two special performances being staged in the town next week.Pupils aged between 9 and 17 from schools in the area will be spending time rehearsing their vocal and... |
| 29/02/2008 | |
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| Prestatyn High represents Denbighshire | Prestatyn High represents Denbighshire, at the Welsh Regional Final of the Young Consumer of the Year Competition The Young Consumer of the Year Competition is an annual, national event, and the Competition tests student’s knowledge on such... |
| St Asaph based Optic Technium | St Asaph based Optic Technium is awarded a top honour for outstanding achievements in team work this week. The organisation, which supports a group of businesses working together in the same business sector – namely the opto-electronics sector -... |
| Denbighshire joins the Welsh Assembly in ‘Supporting People’ | Denbighshire is one of only 4 authorities out of the 22 in Wales, which has been invited to work with the Welsh Assembly Government to produce an All-Wales Supporting People Strategy. Denbighshire, along with Wrexham, Newport and Blaenau Gwent,... |
| Denbighshire youngsters take a stand on Fairtrade Fortnight. | Denbighshire schoolchildren are preparing to gather for a very special conference to be held at Colomendy, Loggerheads, on March 6. The youngsters will be attending the conference to learn more about Fairtrade and will take part in three... |
| 28/02/2008 | |
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| Tourist sites make news down under | The tourist delights of Llangollen have been making headlines – in Australia.A major promotional feature was recently published in the Sydney Morning Herald’s travel section and writer Keith Austin discussed his experiences of visiting the town,... |
| Green light for Capital projects | Roads in Denbighshire are set to benefit from new investment agreed by councillors as part of the Council’s Capital funds allocation for 2008/09.Highways are the main beneficiaries from £2 million of prudential borrowing, which the Council is... |
| Birds of a feather will flock to Plas Newydd, Llangollen | The biodiversity of Mother Nature is the theme behind a free one-day event at Plas Newydd, Llangollen, on March 8. ‘Hawks on the Wing’, flying demonstrations of hawks and owls, are one of the attractions that will be at the beautiful setting of... |
| 27/02/2008 | |
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| World Book Day | The National Year of Reading will be getting off to a lively start in Denbighshire next week with a series of events organised by the Library Service to mark World Book Day.Members of Denbighshire’s four Writing Squads for young writers will be... |
| Education Minister visits | |