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Dear Editor, Would like to say a big thank you to all the dogs and owners who turned up on the Tuesday pack walks at Kenfig nature reserve. They have been a huge success with both dogs and owners having a blast. I have met some lovely people, and all sorts of dogs with different problems which we have solved to make happier dogs and owners. If you haven’t seen the pack walks in the whats on section, they run every Tuesday at 1.45pm from Kenfig Nature Reserve. We all meet outside the visitors centre and go on a fun hour and a half walk over the dunes. It is great for socialising your dog, Claire from Bark and Ride is on hand to help with any problems

Dear Editor, My name is Emma. My daughter is 7 years old and has been raising money for the people in the Philippines. Recently, she sat in the middle of John Street, Porthcawl and read a collection of her favourite books to the passing shoppers. Many stopped to listen to her stories, and donated generously. She

or questions you may have about your dogs. We walk at a steady pace and recommend sturdy shoes. All we ask is you bring poo bags as we are encouraging responsible dog ownership. The pack walks will be finishing from the 1st of December until 1st March for the worst of the winter, then we will be back as normal on Tuesday 4th March at Kenfig Nature Reserve. I would like to wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year from David, Claire and all the dogs at Bark and Ride dog walking and daycare. For more info call 07792 980366. Claire, Bark & Ride Margam Village

raised £106.98 in just two hours. She plans to do the same in Bridgend. We are all very proud of her and are trying to find a newspaper or magazine that will give her a mention so she knows just how proud we are of her. Emma Beechey North Cornelly

Local photograph submissions Dear Editor, Thank you very much for using my photo of “Blood Brothers” in the November edition of the Seaside News, even making the letters pages. It was also a lovely surprise for the two actors portrayed.

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availability. We are now taking bookings for the new term of Monkey Music starting 6th January. We offer a FREE class for new customers so you can experience our classes before committing to the term. We will be adding extra classes to the timetable which can be viewed online at www. monkeymusic.co.uk Happy Christmas and we look forward to seeing you soon! Love Monkey and Baby Mo xx To book your FREE class and view our latest timetable visit www.monkeymusic.co.uk or see our advert for QR code link. Emma Loyns Tel: 01656 649190 vale.bridgend@monkeymusic. co.uk

News from Nottage Primary School We have been busily fundraising at Nottage. Our fundraising for Barnardo’s, which we did in the summer term brought in an amazing £604.30. We also had a wonderful harvest celebration and are very grateful for all the donations and food sent in for the Bridgend Food Bank. As usual our parents were very generous. Our next event is for Children in Need where everyone will be wearing their pyjamas and the pupils will be organising a Bring and Buy sale. REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY

I was very proud of two of our pupils Jude Dabernig and Leonora Breheny who laid a poppy wreath on behalf of Nottage Primary School at the cenotaph during the Remembrance Day service held on 10th November 2013. Finally, our Tiddlers (nursery class) for September is ďŹ lling up fast, with more numbers than ever before. If you haven’t got your place yet make sure you register as soon as possible. Sue O’Halloran, Headteacher Nottage Primary School Tel: 01656 815540 www.nottageprimary. bridgend.gov.uk

Little Wonders News Winter is nearly upon us and the dark nights are closing in so the children are getting ready for Christmas. Our inspection went really well with CSSIW with a glowing report. Our Halloween party was a great success with all the spooky activities and the children even made their very own broomsticks. BonďŹ re night has had the children excited making pretend sparklers with chocolate ďŹ ngers and tin foil. The children enjoyed making their poppies for Remembrance Sunday and pyjama day for Children in Need. Christmas will be nearly here and our topic is “Learning

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Bryntirion Comprehensive School news It was a busy half term for our Head Boy, Andrew Wilcox, who recently travelled to Africa as part of a unique partnership scheme with schools in Botswana. Andrew travelled to the continent to teach Physics to pupils at Linchwe II County Junior Secondary School, and carried out football coaching with some of the school’s 1000+ pupils during his weeklong visit to the country. He was accompanied on the trip by Head of Maths Mrs Wear. The trip is the latest in a series of visits arranged by the BOTAWA committee, a scheme set up to promote global citizenship among pupils. The initiative is a partnership between Bryntirion Comprehensive and three other local schools:

Heronsbridge, Trelales and Peny-Fai primaries. This is only the second time that pupils from Bryntirion have made the journey to Africa to see the BOTAWA project in action. Andrew, who is studying A Levels in Maths, Physics and Biology, spent time in the classroom sharing his knowledge of Physics with pupils aged between 16 and 18. He also addressed the school in a special assembly and met the country’s Education Minister to discuss ways in which links between the partnered schools can be promoted. Mr N. Brain, Headteacher Bryntirion Comprehensive School Tel: 01656 641100 head.bryntirioncomp@ bridgend.gov.uk

Pencoed Comprehensive School DATES FOR YOUR DECEMBER DIARY Staff and pupils at Pencoed Comprehensive look forward to welcoming guests to our Christmas Fair on Friday 13th December and Christmas Concert on Tuesday, 17th December. The Christmas Fair is organised annually by Year 12 pupils as part of their Welsh Baccalaureate qualification. The pupils spend weeks arranging all the different stalls etc, ensuring that the Fair is as varied and attractive as possible. The Fair is held in the school’s Sports hall and your attendance would be very welcome, with all the money raised going to charity. More information will be available nearer the date on posters displayed in local businesses in Pencoed or by calling the

school on 01656 867100. Another excellent event is the Christmas Concert held at Salem Chapel, Coychurch Road, Pencoed at 7pm on 17th December. The performances of our pupils at this concert are always outstanding and very much appreciated by the audience. On the same day, senior citizens are invited to come along to a Christmas dinner held in the school’s canteen at 12pm. This is followed by a shorter version of the Christmas Concert in Salem Chapel, starting at approximately 1pm. If you would like to come along please call Linda Harpwood on 01656 867106. Linda Harpwood Tel: 01656 867106 www.pencoedcs.bridgend. sch.uk

Charity Begins in School The second week of November was one of the highlights of our school year with the eagerly anticipated ‘Charities’ Week’. The Sixth Form ‘Head Team’ organised a week-long programme of fundraising activities, including a scavenger

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Finally, this year’s school show “Guys and Dolls” will be held at the Grand Pavilion on Wednesday 29th January Saturday 1st February. Tickets are available from the Box Office (01656 815995). I do hope to see you at what will be a fantastic and most memorable show. Photo: Malcolm Nugent Andrew Slade, Head Teacher Tel: 01656 774100 info@porthcawlschool.co.uk http://www.porthcawlschool. co.uk

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St John’s School News We commemorated Remembrance Day in several ways this year, with staff and pupils attending the bandstand in Porthcawl and the Sunday church and cenotaph service at All Saints Church and in our own assemblies in school. The School Council has been very pro active over the last month, particularly in organising events and fundraising for Children in Need and a very good amount of money was raised. All pupils throughout the school have been working hard, with older pupils taking internal examinations. We held a successful Open Afternoon during which our visitors were able to see a variety of lessons and activities. Following an unannounced inspection by CSSIW we were pleased to receive a very positive report about our After-School Care and Holiday Club facility. As December starts and the end of term is coming fast we are looking forward to our

usual Christmas events of the Pre Prep Nativity play, our Carol Services, the Friends’ Christmas Bazaar and our delicious Christmas lunches. We are also excited to be hosting Santa and his reindeer from 6th-8th December- for more details phone the school or see the Facebook page for St John’s Santa’s Grotto. Mrs C A Clint, Headmistress Tel:01656 783404 www.stjohnsschoolporthcawl.com

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pupils who became their ‘Masters’ for the day. Pupils in the Nursery and Prep School also raised money by selling cakes and putting loose change together on a giant Pudsey. It’s going to be a busy build up to Christmas at St. Clare’s! The Friends of St. Clare’s are holding their annual Christmas Fayre in the Senior Hall from 4pm until 6pm on Friday 6th December. This is always a wonderful event with many bargains to be snapped up in time for Christmas! Father Christmas will also be there in his magical grotto! Rehearsals are in full swing for this year’s Senior School Christmas Concert which is

taking place on 11th December. The evening will be a display of the tremendous talent we have here at St. Clare’s, with many pupils performing songs they have written themselves. Everyone is welcome and entrance to the concert is free, and there’ll even be free wine and mince pies! Staff and pupils at St. Clare’s School would like to wish the readers of Seaside News and very happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Joy Harding Marketing & Admissions Officer Tel: 01656 789966 www.stclares-school.co.uk

Senior and Prep School pupils raised money for Children in Need last month with a wide range of activities. It was non-uniform and ‘silly hat’ day for all pupils, with some very interesting head wear on display! Our Sixth Formers organised a whole host of fundraising activities including a cake sale, leg waxing and a slave auction, in which they auctioned themselves off to younger

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Cornelli Primary Monday 11th November saw the school hall filled with a sea of red poppies for an assembly to mark Armistice Day. Joined by our Governors, we heard the children in classes 4 and 11 convey the poignant message of remembrance through poetry and song. This moving service concluded with the showing of a British Legion film and observance of the two minutes silence. A key element of our assembly was the showing of respect and this value was extended to a whole week with the focus on good manners. Acts of politeness and consideration to others earned stickers and tokens for which prizes were awarded.

The health benefits of drinking water were the focus of our Water Day event. Teachers from Welsh Water gave workshops in which we learned about the amount of sugar in fizzy drinks. Parents heard about it too on Parent’s Evening as well being able to talk to the ‘Bike It Man’ about the safe cycling project. Finally, a big thank you everyone who bought a book from our Book Fayre. As a result, the school is entitled to over £500 worth of books for our library which are sure to be enjoyed. Sue Jones, Corneli Primary School sue.jones.cps@gmail.com

Menter Bro Ogwr’s activities proved to be excellent ambassadors for the Welsh language and the school as they greeted Porthcawl shoppers with a friendly ‘Shwmae’. The junior department were delighted to see many of our former pupils participating in Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Llangynwyd’s first musical production ‘Joseff a’i Got

Amryliw’ at the Sony Theatre, Bridgend. Everyone enjoyed the show and a number of pupils are looking forward to having the opportunity to perform with them in the future. Mrs Julie Roderick Morgan Ysgol y Ferch o’r Sgêr Tel: 01656 754865 head.yferchorsger@bridgend. gov.uk

Porthcawl Primary As always it’s been another busy month at Porthcawl Primary School. We have just finished our Book Fair. It was the first chance for pupils

and parents to see our newly published book of fairy tales. We had a huge number of visitors to the fair and we would like to thank all the

parents who supported it and made it such a success. Our attention now moves onto the production of our Christmas CD. The whole school has been and rehearsing in preparation for the recording next week. We are all very excited and if the rehearsals are anything to go by the CD should sound amazing! We have also been supporting Children in Need this month. We created a playground sized Pudsey made entirely

from 1p and 2p coins. We also managed to get hold of a pedal powered smoothie maker which we used to make and sell delicious smoothies with all proceeds going to Children in Need. Looking ahead we are looking forward to our Foundation Stage Nativity on Wednesday 11th December and Thursday 12th December as well as our Carol Service at Gilgal Church on Monday 16th December. Andrew Wood, Head Teacher

Bright Beginnings Tythegston - can go top of the class! We are pleased to share with you that we recently had our Estyn Inspection. The purpose of Estyn is to inspect quality and standards in education and training. Settings are scored in different areas with a score of poor, adequate, good and excellent. It is recognised that it is difficult to achieve an excellent score as a setting must be seen to be producing practice that is sector leading and display many strengths. We are so proud of our nursery and pleased that our hard work and high standards were recognised by the experienced Estyn inspector on the day. We achieved excellent in six key areas of provision. We achieved excellent in the area of ‘Settings current performance’ and ‘Settings prospect for improvement’.

We also achieved an overall excellent score in Key questions 2 and 3, with the leadership and management being deemed as excellent and the teaching and learning experiences also being scored as excellent! Our Estyn report continually makes reference to the well-being of the children and how well the children behave. The excellent learning opportunities that are provided for the children, and the outstanding and dynamic leadership and management that promotes high standards that are achieved in practice. Just one EXCELLENT team! Sandra & Amy Bright Beginnings Nursery Tel: 01656 788099 sandralong68@btinternet

Ysgol Ferch o’r Sgêr We recently held our annual Orange Race to celebrate the life of our former pupil, Emyr Owen. Mrs Sandra Owen, Emyr’s mother came to support again this year and we had an afternoon of orange fun, Emyr’s favourite colour. Thanks to the generosity of Emyr’s family, the school will benefit from the money raised this year. Thirty eight year 5 and 6 Seaside News | 14

children enjoyed a weekend at the Urdd Camp in Llangrannog. Everyone loved the exciting activities and great experiences. Thanks to all of the staff who took the time to care for the children. We celebrated ‘Shwmae’ (how are you?) Day, a national occasion to celebrate using the Welsh language on 15th October. Pupils who supported

Afon Y Felin The pupils in Class 2 held an assembly recently, and their parents were invited. The theme was Noah’s Ark. The children sang and performed describing the animals with much enthusiasm; it was really enjoyable to see. The Harvest Festival was celebrated in school. Pupils brought in food donations from home and each class took part. Class 1 sang “Here’s What We Do at Harvest Time”. Class 2 performed “Five Crocus’ All Shiny Black”, Class 3 recited a poem and led the school in prayers, and Class 4 presented The Meaning of Harvest. All the food items generously

donated by the parents will be donated to our local Food Bank. Thank you to Head Boy Rhys Rawnson and Head Girl Nia Matthews, they represented our school at the Remembrance Service at St. Mary Magdalene Church at Mawdlam on Poppy Day. Classes 2, 3 and 4 are to visit Cardiff Castle on an educational visit shortly; they are all looking forward to it. The Welsh lessons for parents of Class 3 pupils are well attended, it is fantastic to see so many parents supporting their children! A Pritchard, Parent Governor Tel: 01656 815750

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Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Llangynwyd Tymor prysur eto i’r ysgol. Over 40 pupils took part in the school’s ďŹ rst production of the musical “Joseff a’i GĂ´t Amryliwâ€? a translation of Joseph and his Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat.

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999 emergency! During the term, Year 4 have been very busy learning about the important roles of the emergency services. They especially enjoyed visiting their local fire station in Pyle. On arrival, the crew welcomed the class by answering lots of questions that they had prepared for them. After this class 4 were shown around the station and then watched their teacher get dressed up in the complete uniform (I think the class would agree this was

Countdown to Christmas the funniest part!). Everyone was very lucky to experience holding a water hose and it was fun to see who could aim the highest - it was close! Our visit was a memorable one and I’m sure we now have some future firefighters within our class. We would like to once again thank Pyle Fire Station for their kindness and enthusiasm during our visit! C Parr-Jones, Class Teacher Pil Primary School Tel: 01656 815630

The countdown to Christmas has begun with plenty of local events to help get you in the festive mood. This year’s pantomime at the Grand Pavilion will be Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, and the Pavilion is also set to host The 12 Days Of Christmas on 2nd December. All Saints Church will be the setting for the Porthcawl Christmas Tree Festival between 3rd - 8th December as well as the Rotary Young Musician competition on 4 December and the Cancer Research Annual Candle Service on 8th December. I am looking forward to the annual Carol Concert in Pisgah Chapel, Pyle with Kenfig Hill Male Voice Choir and the school choirs of Pil and Cefn

primaries, Mynydd Cynffig Juniors and Ysgol y Ferch o’r Sger on 9th December. The Adran and Aelwyd Yr Urdd Porthcawl Carol Service will take place at Tabernacle Chapel on 18th December, and of course the annual morning swim will take place on Christmas Day. This month will also see the return of Santa’s grotto, the Santa Express and the annual Elfsteddfod to Bridgend town centre, while Victorian Christmas at Bryngarw on 14th December will feature real reindeer. Merry Christmas and a happy New Year! Councillor Huw David Cabinet Member for Children and Young People Tel 01656 643643 www.bridgend.gov.uk

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The multi-million pound regeneration of Porthcawl continues this month with the opening of the new marina, and I’m sure that many people will enjoy taking a stroll over there to see it all in action over the Christmas period. Further changes are also in the pipeline for some of the historic buildings around the marina, and the old town square too, as we are currently submitting the details of our Townscape Heritage Initiative Funding bid. Around £1m will be available to restore selected buildings of architectural or historical interest to their former glory, and bring some back into use, and we will hear in the spring whether we are

While speaking in Parliament this week to commemorate the First World War, I quoted John Morris when he said that “all history is local”. A visit to the Porthcawl Museum (http:// www.porthcawlmuseum.org/), full of uniforms and artefacts collected in preparation for that commemoration, will show you how right he is. But it is not just in museums like the one in Porthcawl that we can find how our local area has been impacted by the Great War. The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (http:// www.cwgc.org/) identifies where our family members are buried and what names are on what war memorials. A quick

successful. We are optimistic about that, and I can also confirm that discussions with Morrisons on the proposed supermarket development are continuing and remain positive. We are hoping to exchange contracts with them early in the New Year. Thanks to everyone who gave their views in the consultation about the new defences being proposed for town beach. We are considering a range of options to provide a more efficient and longer-term solution than the asphalt which is currently in place there, and we will be issuing more details soon.

search shows you right away that it is not necessarily just local people who are named on war memorials; while some appear on multiple memorials, some local people do not appear on any at all. It is right as we approach the 100th anniversary of the First World War that our focus is on commemorating those who fought and died, and we can only do that when everybody is appropriately recognised and honoured. We all as local people have a part to play in discovering what happened to the many people who fought for us but remain lost.

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December is often a time of reflection and 2013 has been a busy year for the Town Council. I have taken the opportunity to list a few of the accomplishments. The Town Council has supported the installation of additional designated public places order signs and completed road safety improvements to West Road, including the addition of an illuminated sign and road markings. There has been a commitment to raise £32,000 to support a pedestrian crossing on Fulmar Road with consultation already taking place. The Town Council has set up a Saturday Study Club for 9-11 year olds, funded safety improvements to bollards on Fulmar Road and continued to financially support Griffin Park Youth Service with a £5000 grant. There was a six month period of free doggy bags which proved extremely successful. The Town Council continued

to carry out its annual events, including the Sea Festival and Rock Festival. There was a new event – the very successful Flower & Music Festival. The Town Council also initiated several competitions – the Photographic Competition, Festive Lighting Competition and the Winter Writing Competition (which is still open to entries). A very busy year indeed! Finally, may I wish you a very merry Christmas. Alison Thomas, Town Clerk Porthcawl Town Council Tel: 01656 782215 www.porthcawltowncouncil. co.uk

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The 20th annual National School Meals Week took place at the beginning of November. It is the biggest healthy eating awareness week aimed at children in England and Wales. In September, Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg announced that from next year, every child in infant school in England will receive a free school lunch. Money is to be made available for the Welsh Labour Government to also introduce the policy, yet the First Minister is refusing to do so. Every primary school pupil should be able to sit down to a hot, healthy lunch with their classmates every day. It will

Christmas is almost here again, and as I write these words the weather outside is still crisp and clear, so let’s hope that we won’t see too much ice and snow. Last year severe weather caused a lot of disruption across the county borough, and some council services had to change at short notice. That’s why we’ve set up a new ‘get ready for winter’ page at www.bridgend.gov. uk to provide information on services ranging from gritting and roads to kerbside collections and school closures, and will also issue regular updates on Twitter – come and find us @BridgendCBC. Don’t forget about recycling

help with their studies and also ensure they are receiving a healthy diet. Millions of parents across the country are feeling the squeeze. During the course of a year, the average family spends £400 on lunch for each child. The Welsh Liberal Democrats are determined to ease the financial burden for these families and give every child the chance in life that they deserve, building a stronger economy and a fairer society. We would like to see the Welsh Labour Government introduce a free hot lunch scheme for all children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 in Wales.

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Porthcawl Maritime Centre gathers pace The community led vision of a maritime business and visitor centre for Porthcawl continues to gather pace with the news that six new Directors have joined the board. One of the founding Directors, Stuart Bentley said that the founding members were very excited about this significant move forward as it strengthens the Board and equips the Company Leadership team with the strength in depth needed to take the project into implementation. “Whilst we are delighted to have attracted such a prestigious group of professionals the icing on the cake is that they all ‘share the vision’ to create a vibrancy and expectation in Porthcawl to attract new activities and support the wide range of things Porthcawl already has to offer” Joining the board are accountant and business entrepreneur Jeannette McLellan, Debra Williams, successful entrepreneur and

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business leader and past Wales Business Women of the Year, Kim Dare-Edwards will bring his worldwide project management experience to lead the development phase, Claire Godfrey will bring her huge experience to lead the development of the Coastal Life and Education Centre supported on the educational side by Armed Forces veteran turned teacher Mark Pearsall. A key element in the boards thinking is that leading edge technology at all levels will be a driver throughout every aspect of the centre be it operating, visitor features, small businesses and new Director Rhydian Parry, an electronics and It engineer has joined to support this. The Feasibility Study has reached draft report stage and one phrase jumps out from the draft is ‘Porthcawl is a town in waiting’. Mike Clarke, Director

and refuse collection arrangements over the festive season – Christmas Eve will be normal, but there will be no collections on Christmas Day or Boxing Day, and all collections for the rest of that week will be two days later finishing on Sunday 29th December. Monday 30th December and New Year’s Eve will be normal, but with no collection on New Year’s Day. Collections will take place one day later for the rest of that week and will include a pick-up on Saturday 4th January. I hope that all Seaside News readers enjoy a very merry Christmas, and a peaceful New Year.

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Neighbourhood policing for Nottage and Rest Bay Your Top Priorities: Travellers at Rest Bay and anti-social behaviour Travellers – Rest Bay Beach Residents and visitors were concerned about the travellers who set up camp in the summer. We took action – A meeting between BCBC officials, local Councillors and local Police was held in October to discuss the issues surrounding the travellers that arrived at Rest Bay beach in the summer. A site visit between all parties was agreed to look at areas that need improving in order to stop vehicles driving onto the common. Anti-Social Behaviour Concerns were raised regards ASB in the area but mainly West Park Primary School. We took action – The

neighbourhood policing team setup operation Freight to help combat ASB in the area. This included extra patrols in hot spot areas that were identified. A group of youths were issued suitable advice for causing distress to residents after being seen ‘bobby knocking’ and a further group for climbing on the roof of the school. Recently there have been a number of incidents with houses being targeted with eggs. If you see any person/s committing ASB then please report it to the police via 101. Next PACT meeting is on 3rd December at Nottage Scout hall at 8pm. PCSO Leighton Rees

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Sarah Rochira guest speaker at Porthcawl U3A Older People’s Commissioner for Wales, Sarah Rochira, was guest speaker at the latest meeting of Porthcawl University of the Third Age (U3A). The group meets once a month for a lecture and the Commissioner’s visit formed part of her Engagement Roadshow, which is meeting with older people’s groups and organisations around Wales. After speaking to the group at the Hi Tide Inn, Sarah said: “Having something to do and something to look forward to, as well as opportunities to socialise, be creative and learn are so important for older people’s health and wellbeing and groups like the U3A are vital to support this.” During the visit, the Commissioner also spoke to members about her recently

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launched Residential Care Review, into the quality of life and care of older people living in care homes across Wales. As part of the Review, Commissioner Sarah Rochira and her team will visit 100 residential care homes across Wales in the New Year, including a number in Bridgend County. This will allow the Commissioner to review whether people living in residential care have a good quality of life. For more information about the Review call 0844 640670, or to complete the Commissioner’s questionnaire online, visit www. olderpeoplewales.com. Chris Wood Press & Communications Officer www.olderpeoplewales.com

Lit up like a Christmas tree The festive season is traditionally a time of overindulgence, but if you are thinking of consuming one glass too many this Christmas, you might like to consider these cautionary tales of our ancestors. In August 1875 Frederick Bryant, a haulier from Cefn Cribwr was so drunk that he fell off his horse in Park Street, Bridgend. Totally legless, he was unable to support himself or his horse and he was fined 15 shillings for his trouble. Alternatively, consider Rees Rees, a carpenter and the Mayor of Kenfig who, in April 1867, was found splashing in a pool of water by the roadside. As PC Beynon approached, he heard the mayor cry out,

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‘O, God, save my life!’ At the subsequent court case, PC Beynon reported that the mayor was ‘very drunk’. The mayor, himself a magistrate, received a fine of 20 shillings with costs of 9 shillings tuppence. Finally, in July 1869, the Glamorgan Gazette reported the following exchange of views: Magistrate, ‘What brought you here, sir?’ Prisoner, ‘Two officers, please, Your Honour.’ Magistrate, ‘Then I suppose liquor had nothing to do with it?’ Prisoner, ‘Yes, sir, they were both drunk!’ Merry Christmas! Mansel Jones, author of Pendragon http://jonesthebook.com

Jesus really lived! Roman historians like Cornelius Tacitus calls him ‘Christus’ in his ‘Annals of Imperial Rome’. And Suetonius calls him ‘Chrestus’ in his ‘History of the Twelve Caesars’. Jewish history mentions Jesus in the writings of Flavius Josephus in ‘Jewish Antiquities’, while the earliest strands of the Babylonian Talmud, from before 70AD, is believed to contain the basis of the original charges against Jesus at his trial, ‘for sorcery’ and ‘enticing Israel’. The Christian gospels contain eyewitness accounts of Jesus life and teaching, written between 50-70AD for Matthew, Mark and Luke, and

around 90AD by John. While the Epistles are even earlier, 45-65AD, and contain some of the earliest creeds and beliefs of the Christian church. All written within living memory of the life of Jesus. Jesus really lived, but who was he really? Jesus once asked Peter, ‘Who do you say I am?’. Peter replied, ‘You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God’, and Jesus affirmed his words. A Christian is someone who believes that Jesus is the Christ, or Messiah, who died for our sins and rose again. So who do you say he is? Do you believe he was Christ? Have a blessed Christmas! Rev Martin Gillard gillardmc@aol.com

Merry Christmas from RMBI From all of us at RMBI Albert we wish all Seaside News readers a very merry Christmas. Residents here at RMBI Albert Edward are very excited for the festive programme we have a trip to Cardiff to the Sherman Theatre to see Sleeping Beauties to look forward to along with a visit to the Pavilion to see the Pantomime. We are expecting many entertainers throughout December including some closer to home namely Porthcawl Orchestra, Porthcawl Bell Ringers and Porthcawl Male Voice Choir. We are really pleased to have so much talent within the local area. We are always looking

for new entertainers please give us a ring if you feel you could offer something to our programme. Residents at the home especially enjoyed Halloween this year. Many of our staff and residents dressed up and were entertained by Vampire Clive Acari. Residents especially enjoyed carving our Halloween pumpkins and they looked fantastic when lit. Should you require a tour of the home please contact us on 01656 785311. Rebecca Timms, Business Administrator Picture is of staff members Paula Farley, Claire Phillips and Wendy Missen.

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Gift from Rotary for Trinity Care and Support The members of the Rotary Club of Porthcawl are pleased to have presented Trinity Care and Support, Porthcawl, with an iPad and case. This will be used in conjunction with three others at the weekly Care Clubs for young people with special needs. They will provide fun, craft activities, team work, and social and educational opportunities for groups of approximately 14 young people.

The cost of the gifts was shared equally by the Rotary Club of Porthcawl and a grant from Rotary District 1150. Photograph taken at the presentation – President Colin Williams, the Registered Manager of TC & S, Mrs Jackie Graham, and two young people who attend the Care Clubs. Tudor Ralph Rotary Club of Porthcawl

Most distant known galaxy discovered Astronomers have discovered the most distant galaxy yet found. The galaxy is seen as it was ‘just’ 700 million years after the Big Bang, when the universe was only about 5 per cent of its current age of 13.8 billion years. The team identified a very distant galaxy candidate in optical and infrared images taken by the Hubble telescope. Followup observations, made in Hawaii by the Keck telescope with its new multi-object spectrograph ‘MOSFIRE’, allowed its redshift to be determined at 7.5 -- the Lyman-alpha emission line of hydrogen, whose wavelength ‘at rest’ is far down in the ultraviolet, was observed shifted into the red Mpart

of the spectrum. The observations showed that the distant galaxy, prosaically named z8-GND-5296, is forming stars extremely rapidly - producing each year stars totalling about 300 times the mass of our Sun, about 100 times the rate of star formation in the Milky Way. Meanwhile, much closer to Earth, Comet ISON will be visible throughout the hours of darkness. It will climb ever higher in the sky traversing the polar regions but becoming fainter as it does so. It’s much fainter than expected but it has a long tail. Clive Down Bridgend Astronomical Society clivedown@btinternet.com

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Thanks to everyone who attended the public inquiry. We think we did as well as any ‘amateur’ organisation could against a large County council, which lavishly spent taxpayers’ money on a legal team including a barrister, all dancing to the tune of a huge multi-national. Tata

people of Margam have in Councillor Rob Jones. On the evidence presented, we believe Footpath FP92 will remain open, and probably FP93 realigned. Nothing is guaranteed, of course, but we think this is what the evidence points towards on any reasonable analysis. We hope for a

As another year comes to an end Porthcawl Lions are thinking ahead to 2014 and planning new fundraising events because it will definitely be a year for change. Unfortunately this year the club has had to finish the book sales in John Street and the car boot sales at the Rest have come to an end so members are having to think up different, original ideas. Porthcawl Lions make regular donations to KPC Youth, the Food Bank, Water Aid and Sight Savers as well as making oneoff or intermittent donations to many other charities and the need gets greater every year. On a brighter note don’t forget that Santa will be in

Steel was the elephant not in the room, and their absence was noted. With our partners including the Open Spaces Society, ramblers, surfers, anglers, individual citizens, and our own solicitor, Neil Jacobi of Peter Lynn & Partners, we exceeded expectations and punched well above our weight. Without being party political, we wish to say what a fantastic representative the

decision before Christmas, and are planning a New Year’s Day walk to the beach, meeting at noon at the railway gates, Longlands Lane, Margam. Our public meetings at the Twelve Knights are still well attended and Facebook membership keeps growing. Join us. Dr. Charles Smith Photo: Examining documents at the inquiry

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Porthcawl U3A news Another month packed with activities has been provided for members of Porthcawl U3A. Since the Rest closure monthly lectures are being held in the Hi Tide and last week members enjoyed a very well illustrated talk entitled ‘The History of Art’ provided by their gifted Secretary Andrew Collier. Andrew had arranged an amazing array of artistic slides that traced the work and compared the many and varied styles of the great masters that also demonstrated his lifetimes interest in this absorbing subject. Members were clearly enthralled by the wide range of artistic pictures displayed for their pleasure. From Ruebens to Rembrandt and Gainsborough to Goya and Seaside News | 24

not forgetting Picasso. All were included in this enlightening and most enjoyable afternoon spent in good company. If anyone reading these comments wishes to take advantage of the opportunity to join Porthcawl U3a, please ring 783663 for further information. All are welcome to participate in the many and varied activities. No-one need be lonely as we meet to enjoy each other’s company as well as improve our knowledge. Our December speaker is the dynamic Gary Victor who will tell us about his experiences walking through the Grand Canyon. Clive Mort cmorte@hotmail.com

Bridgend Association of Voluntary Organisations (BAVO) recently hosted for the very first time, their Bridgend County Borough Volunteer Achievement Awards at St Mary’s Hotel, Golf and Country Club in Pencoed. Individuals were presented with their awards to recognise their significant contribution to the community through volunteering, giving their time, energy, skills and commitment to help others. Award winners were: Dafydd Williams (Elite SEA) Volunteer of the Year Award under 25 (Sponsored by Halo Leisure) Ridley Griffith (Welsh Athletics) Sports Volunteer of the Year (sponsored by Halo Leisure) Ken Russell (Alzheimer’s Society) Befriending/Mentoring Award (sponsored by Valleys to Coast) Ann Day (MS Society, Bridgend & District Branch) Volunteer of the Year Award over 25 Nigel Hardaker (Bridgend

his grotto in the Y Centre, John Street every Saturday before Christmas waiting to talk to all his young friends and give them a small gift. On 20th December. there is the Christmas party for the older, more lonely members of the community. Finally, there is, of course, the annual Boxing Day fun run from and to the Hi-Tide, registration from 10.00am and the run starts at 11.00am. Participants of all ages and ability welcome and there are trophies for age group winners plus a medal for all finishers. Thank you all for your support throughout the year and wish you a very happy Christmas and peaceful New Year. John Cosson

Carers Centre) Trustee of the Year Award Ryan Morgan (BAD Bikes) Environmental Volunteer of the Year Award sponsored by Merthyr Mawr Estate KPC Youth Volunteer Project of the Year Award (sponsored by United Graphic Design) Roy Rees (Healing the Wounds) Outstanding Volunteer Contribution Award 33 individuals from voluntary organisations across the county borough were also awarded ‘Highly Commended’ Bridgend County Borough Volunteer Achievement Awards 2013 certificates, a list of names is available by visiting www.bavo.org.uk Jane Savile Siaradwn Ni Engagement Officer - Media & Communications

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KenďŹ g WI news Our monthly meeting was held at the Methodist Church hall on 4th November. Unfortunately our designated speaker was unable to attend but after the formal business had been dealt with members were able to browse through old photographs of past members and social events, giving rise to a few laughs. Earlier in the day 17 of our members attended the G.F.W.I. Autumn Council Meeting in Port Talbot when one of the guest speakers was Wynne Evans of operatic and “Go Compareâ€? fame. Wynne entertained the audience with a history of his successful operatic career and hilarious tales of his involvement with the “Go Compareâ€? adverts. He

Sker WI news culminated his presentation with a performance of “The Impossible Dreamâ€? for which he deservedly received a standing ovation. The day was, I am sure enjoyed by all who were fortunate enough to attend. Also this month our member Jan Golding participated in the Federation Scrabble competition where she was defending her title as Scrabble champion of last year. She was unfortunately ‘pipped at the post’ and ďŹ nished a creditable runner up. It has been an eventful month and we look forward to our next meeting on 9th December when new members are welcome to join us. Pam Redmond

Porthcawl WI news November was a very momentous occasion for us as we celebrated our ďŹ rst birthday as a WI. This event was marked by having an anniversary luncheon at the Fairways Hotel. Thanks to the support and ďŹ ne handiwork of some our ladies, we were able to take part in the Craft Spectacular at the Orangery, Margam. Our crafts for the table ranged from hand made jewellery to crocheted and knitted goods, to name but a few. We now have Christmas to look forward to within the WI,

which will consist of a party and a lot of festivities. Our President Mary Tashara will preside over our last meeting of 2013. So come along and enjoy the afternoon with us, and see if you would like to become a member of our Women’s Institute, you will be assured of a warm welcome. Our meeting will take place on Thursday 19th December at All Saints Church hall at 2pm. Gwen Stapleton Tel: 01656 783238 or 07929 127593

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cost ÂŁ8million a year to run and are used in a variety of ways. The latest acquisition is a special incubator to transport babies to hospital. Final preparations are being made for the forthcoming Christmas Fayre to be held at Trinity Church Hall on Friday 22nd November. The next meeting is on Thursday 12th December and will be a Party/Supper evening with the Drama Group providing some entertainment. Anyone wishing to join us is very welcome. Ann Vipond ann.vipond1@btinternet.com

Mynydd CynfďŹ g WI news The November meeting of Mynydd CynfďŹ g WI took place in Pyle and KenďŹ g church hall. Meeting was chaired by our president Marjorie Goode minutes read by Enid Rymer. Guest speaker was Lorraine Rudd, the topic was “Facial Demonstrationâ€? and was very interesting. She was a lady of many talents, doing a full range of therapies. She also had a very large garden which was open to the public, so we might have found a day trip for our calender for next year. One of our members Mrs Joyce Prag was presented with a certiďŹ cate for winning a Scrabble competition in Pencoed. Christmas is almost

upon us, our Christmas dinner is organised and the menu chosen (cant wait) We have also arranged our Christmas party, pass the parcel as always (we are still children at heart) Our trip to St.Davids Hall to listen to Only Men Allowed is eagerly awaited and almost upon us. The meeting was brought to a conclusion with tea and biscuits. The next meeting on 10th December is our Christmas party so wishing every one a merry Christmas and a happy New Year and look forward to meeting new members in 2014. C. Callaghan c.callaghan@hotmail.com

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FINANCE Extra income in Retirement As I have outlined in previous articles, annuity rates remain stubbornly low. So those retiring with personal or company money purchase pension plans need all the help that they can get to increase their pensions. One way of doing this is to apply for an enhanced annuity. This pays a higher income for those with medical conditions which may reduce their life expectancy. Up to 70 per cent of people at retirement could qualify for a better annuity rate because of a health or lifestyle condition, and yet for those who did not seek advice, only 6 per cent bought an enhanced annuity. This compares to 45 per cent when advice is provided. Statistics show that last month for example, 45.5 per cent of all enhanced quotes were for high blood pressure - not a factor that many would automatically think be taken into consideration when deciding their pension income.

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Reading the informative articles from the Cefn Cribwr Gardening Club, it occurred to me that perhaps readers of the Seaside News might like to know about Cefn’s neighbouring gardening club. Laleston Gardening Club was formed in August 1971. We hold meetings and lectures regularly in Cliff Cottage. Committee members meet on Thursday and Saturday mornings to open the club shop for members to purchase garden requirements, and to catch up with some ongoing maintenance. Cliff Cottage is a grade 2 listed building originally built late 1700/early 1800s. We hold lectures on the second Monday of the month and would welcome interested fellow

Frost, rain, snow are common this month, sunshine hours are far and few between, so it’s lucky there’s not a lot to do in the garden! There is maintenance work, wrapping outside containers in fleece or hessian can prevent pots cracking in frosty weather, washing seed-trays and plant pots ready for next year, you could clean your tools too! Harvest leeks, parsnips, sprouts and remaining root crops, if you have any brassicas make sure that they are netted to protect the crop from hungry pigeons! There is a tradition that broad beans have greater quality and taste if planted on Christmas Day. Plant straight into the

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Health & Beauty Media hype over South Wales measles ‘epidemic’ Recent, the website Child Health Safety posted an article that contains some interesting data, straight from the horse›s mouth: the Public Health Wales Communicable Disease Surveillance Centre (CDSC). The article shows that the high numbers of measles cases in Swansea being reported in the UK mainstream media are the ‚notiďŹ ed› cases, i.e. those reported by healthcare professionals. In March 2013, for example, 238 measles cases were notiďŹ ed in the Swansea area, while the ďŹ gure for 1st January to 31st March was 343. By contrast, the number of laboratoryconďŹ rmed - i.e. actual - measles cases in Swansea in March 2013 was three. Yes, three. The overall 2013 tally was 13. Doing a quick bit of maths, thats an

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A thousand stars shone that night, But only one that knew, The way to lead them to the boy, Whose love was pure and true. And so the shepherds all set out, And left behind their sheep, To follow the eastern star that night, And found the child asleep. The brightest star lay in the crib, In a stable cold and bare, And the shepherds all looked on in awe, At the babe who was lying there. So I hope you all remember, When your hearts are full of joy, To raise your glass of nectar, And toast the birthday boy. Veronica Maynard, Cardiff

I save my pennies everyday And count them every week, To know how much to heat my home And the room wherein I sit. I put my pennies in a jar – Then screw the lid tight on, This cat that purrs upon my lap – Is the only friend I have. I have a carer, once a day – She comes to clean my house, We’ll sit and talk the hour away Then in a flash – she’s gone. My family are all now dead – I am the very last, No-one to call, no-one to send – A present or a card. I save my pennies everyday Then count them every week, To check I have enough to light – My precious Christmas tree. It brightly shines, it warms the room To chase the chills away, A reminder of those days long past – When laughter filled my heart. My carer called on Christmas Day And gave to me a card, A present too, all neatly wrapped Then we drank a sherry or two! She calls to see me twice a day An extra call, I’m glad – For she sees a need to keep me safe, But I see her as a friend. Rhian White, Porthcawl

No incense, myrrh or gold have we, As did the wise men bring Yet we too must make our offering To Christ, our heavenly king We have not seen that special star Set in the Eastern sky Yet, just as surely do we know God is to man come nigh And in all the joy of Christmas time We have each our gift to bring So let’s offer now our hearts and lives To Jesus Christ our King Pauline Lewis, Porthcawl

Christmas is coming Leave him a mince pie There he is Up in the sky Christmas is coming I can hear the fire burning There he is I am yearning Christmas is coming Leave him a Carling He might leave a present For a child who’s starving Christmas is coming There is the star The shepherds followed And travelled so far Christmas is coming It’s time for celebrations Come on everyone Put up your decorations Mia Thomas aged 10, South Cornelly

So, Just smile and think of me. So, Just smile and think of me. Smile when you’re unhappy, Please don’t cry when you are sad, Think of all the nice things, And the good times that we had. The memories of birthdays past, Going to the beach with your brother, The times we cherished together, Which meant so much to each other! Don’t ever think you’re all alone, Don’t let it eat you up inside, I will always be with you, So live your life with pride. When the sun is shining, Over the local coastal sea, Appreciate what we had together, So, Just smile and think of me ! David Boyce, Brackla Seaside News | 40

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Appetizers may include lobster, oysters, escargots (snails), or foie gras. Main dishes include roast turkey, goose or venison, followed by a chocolate sponge cake log called a bĂťche de NoĂŤl. All of which is washed down with wine, le vin or le champagne. The region of Provence has its own distinctive eating traditions at Christmas. Le Gros Souper et Les Treizes Dessert de NoĂŞl, or The Great Supper and the Thirteen Desserts originated in Marseille at the beginning of the 19th century. Both the supper and desserts are full of religious symbolism. The Great Supper is eaten before Midnight Mass which consists of seven plain dishes served as a buffet. The dishes symbolise the seven sorrows of the Virgin Mary. No meat is on the table, but there is likely to be ďŹ sh such as salt cod, shellďŹ sh, snails and vegetables such as cauliower,

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Supper must eat a little of each dessert to have good luck for the rest of the year. In some regions, children are not allowed to eat until they have named each of the desserts. The desserts are then left out for three days until 27th December.

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Sunday 8th December 10am – 5pm With Christmas gifts for sale along with wine and cheese tasting, Abergavenny Food Festival will be sure to get you in the Christmas mood. If you know of any local food events or local indoor markets please drop me an email at elaine.wigďŹ eld@hotmail.co.uk

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On Saturday 26th October PCSOs Kyle Maiden and Nerys Lloyd organised a ‘Remember the 40s’ fundraising night at The Talbot Community Centre. The Talbot Community Centre is run and managed by a team of volunteers, providing service and support to members of the public. It links in with partnership agencies such as mental health. It also holds a luncheon club, computer classes, fitness classes and enables us to hold PACT meetings, helping us build links with the community. The Community Centre is charity based, therefore none of these services would be available if it wasn’t for generous donations from within the community. We believe the Community Centre is a vital part of our community and wanted to help raise some money to allow the centre to keep

The Rest Hotel in Porthcawl, now sadly closed, built to a typically Victorian design and with most of its years spent as a convalescent home, make it seem the sort of building that’s bound to be haunted, and it does not disappoint in that respect. Many a ghostly sensation has been reported in the building, but the tale that found its way into “Ghosts of Glamorgan” concerns the First World War soldier who appeared in one of the main downstairs corridors in broad daylight during an Open Day. For the filming of the sequence, a replica WW1 army uniform had to be found, and Owain Hume played the part of the soldier who is seen standing against the wall with

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a bandaged head, looking very sad. However, he is visible only to one lady visitor, for neither her daughter nor anyone else is aware of his spectral presence. Look out for the DVD and watch all the other ghostly tales from different parts of Glamorgan, including the disappearance of Mamie Stuart in Gower, featuring actress Sarah Gunn, who performs a music hall dance scene as part of the story – which was filmed on the stage at The Rest. For further information, go to www.downwoodfilms. com. Anthony Hontoir Photos: Owain Hume as First World War soldier, Sarah Gunn as Mamie Stuart

Porthcawl Male Choir Stag’s World of Rock Well, it’s my favourite time of the year! I wasn’t asked to turn Porthcawl’s Christmas lights on – in fact, no one ever does.What a joke. A big thanks to everyone for my birthday messages, especially to my minders Jayne and Liz for the surprise party at The Farmers Arms. I still don’t feel 45, though! Sadly, I missed gigs by ‘The Lunattacks’ and ‘The Blimms’, but will get to their next ones. Mark ‘Ruth’ Jones (of The Guzzards) and Phil Jones (of rock-band Sex) have been recording some old ‘Chartered Hurricane’ songs acoustically and I can’t wait to have a listen. I’ve also received a copy of a CD written by a wellknown local businessman who wants to remain anonymous, so let’s just call him A.B.C. (there’s a clue there). He’s been writing lyrics since the Seaside News | 46

Seventies and, along with the help of top local musicians Andy Edwards from Ezra and Abi and Ed from The Cover Sluts, they’ve been set to original music and the song collection sounds brilliant! Will review the album next time. Cheers to Mat Hardwicke and staff for this fab mag, and keep those calls and comments on those web forums coming, good or bad! It’s all great fun and taken with good spirit – usually brandy! Have a lovely Christmas and prosperous New Year. Stag Marks 07979 971127 Photo: Party animal Stag Marks

The past month has been quite pleasantly hectic, with the choir travelling to Harrow as guests of the Harrow Apollo Male Choir. This choir had visited Porthcawl a little over a year ago, where they joined Porthcawl Male Choir in a concert in All Saints Church. On the Sunday of the visit the two choirs performed an afternoon concert in the Harrow Art Centre to a capacity audience. Following the concert, the two choirs enjoyed a buffet and afterglow before Porthcawl Male Choir left for the journey home. The Welsh Association of Male Choirs invited member choirs to nominate a singer or accompanist for its ‘Geraint Morris’ Award for 2013, Porthcawl Choir responded by nominating Charlotte Skidmore (Soprano), who, after an audition, was declared

winner of the award. The presentation ceremony took place at the Choirs HQ at Arlington Road Church in front of the choir, Charlotte’s family members and invited guests, who included local MP, Madeleine Moon and Town Mayor Cllr Michael Clarke and Mrs Norah Clarke. The trophy was presented to a very proud Charlotte by WAMC Vice-Chairman, Ellis Davies and a cheque for £1000 was presented by WAMC Treasurer, Mr John Williams. John Williams robertjohn.williams@ ntlworld.com

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Tabernacl Music Society’s Christmas Concert Our Christmas Concert will be in memory of Steven Burges, the choir’s much valued accompanist, who sadly died in July. Musical Director, Kevin Adams, will conduct the programme consisting of carols old and new, (including Welsh ones), with some audience participation, excerpts from ‘A Ceremony of Carols’ by Benjamin Britten, ‘Ave Rex’ by William Mathias and ‘Fantasia on Christmas Carols’ by Vaughan Williams. Also taking part are Newton Primary

School choir, cello soloist Alistair Noden and 19 year old baritone soloist Steffan Rhys Hughes, winner of many prizes at Eisteddfodau and now on the brink of a singing career. Date: Sunday 8th December 7pm. Venue: Tabernacl Chapel, Derwen Road, Bridgend. Tickets: £7, school children £5 (£4 if ordered through the school), available from 07974 765578 or at the door. Proceeds in aid of Action Duchenne. Anne Thomas

Acoustic Club news With a great year coming to a close, we have been privileged to have seen some of the best local acoustic artists in the area, along with others coming from as far as Canada to perform. This autumn we have seen Colum Regan (who in the past played with the New Druids, and still does on occasion), with his fantastic percussionist Lawson Dando, who played a different instrument on every number, including an Indian Sitar, and also a Chinese Harp, who was supported by local artist Nick Ward. In October, we saw Martyn Joseph, who had just completed a tour of Canada, and is still touring throughout England and Wales, along with the fantastic Paper Planes, from Pembrokeshire, who are now located in London. As the

year is coming to a close, we are finishing up with a FREE event in the Café Bar on 8th December, with local acoustic band, Mock Thee Knot, who are a 3 piece anglo-celtic junk band, featuring a diverse blend of songs ranging from Jethro Tull / Led Zeppelin / Rory Gallagher / Rolling Stones / Family. For further information please contact the Box Office on 01656 815995, and follow us on Facebook @The Acoustic Club, The Stage Door, Grand Pavilion Porthcawl, for more updates, and information of forthcoming events. We would like to thank you for all your support, wish you all a Merry Christmas and hope to see you all again in January. Lin Williams linpinny@hotmail.com

December at Silures Gallery In December we are holding our Christmas exhibition of Arts and Crafts. In addition to original paintings there we be prints, cards, jewellery, ceramics and scarves and handbags in feltware. An opportunity to buy an original Christmas present. Come and join us for drinks and mince pies. The exhibition will be held at Silures Gallery, 40 South Road, Porthcawl CF36 3DG from www.seasidenews.co.uk

Saturday 7th December 2013 to Sunday 29th December. Open. 11am to 4.30pm weekends & bank holidays. Sandra Wintle wintle@jwassocs.fsnet.co.uk

Mid Glamorgan Mixed Choir Their Musical Director Matthew Nash is certainly taking the choir through their paces supported by their accompanist Alec Brooks. The choir took part in The Mayor’s Civic Service of Thanksgiving at Salem Chapel on Sunday 6th October 2013. This was the first time they have sung in public with Matthew and Alec. Although there were a few nerves the pieces were well received. There have been changes to the structure of their practice sessions. Sectionals have now been introduced for the first half. These have already raised standards and it also means that pieces are learnt quickly. The sectionals are

proving to be successful and very enjoyable. The ladies and gentlemen of the choir then come together for the second half of practice. Their practice times are now 7.15 - 9.15pm. They still meet at the Bowls Pavilion, Pencoed and new members would be warmly welcomed! Why not pause during the busy Christmas season and come to Soar Chapel, Rhiwceiliog, Pencoed on Thursday19th December, 7.00pm where the choir will be singing. The choir can now be contacted at midglamorganmixedchoir@ outlook.com Tel: 07866 810579

Pyle & Porthcawl Photographic Society In addition to some excellent presentations, our new season has seen our membership increase. We also held our annual Denis Lines Memorial Trophy Competition, which was for Prints and Digital Projected Images and every member could enter up to four images each on any subject. The winner was the photographer who attained the highest score for a print or digital image. Brian Carter judged the competition, and not only awarded the marks, but also provided an excellent critique on each image. The entries (21 prints and 41 digital images) were of a very high standard and there were 6 photographs that scored the maximum points of 20 out of 20. The judge decided that first place should go to Richard Craze with his Print “Swan Neck”. The other photographs that also achieved maximum points were “Soft Landing” by Geoff Baker, “Rowing Boats” by Gail Evans, “Hang On” by Trevor Owen and “Reeds with Sky” and “Tequila Sunset” by

Richard Craze. Full details of our programme and field trips are available on our website at www. pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk. We welcome new members of all ages and skill levels, so if you have an interest in photography come and join us. Glyn Edmunds Pyle & Porthcawl Photographic Society Tel: 01656 772831 publicity.officer@pyleporthcawl-ps.co.uk

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WHAT’S ON Bridgend Male Choir Christmas timetable THE:EVENT in Aid of Latch Wednesday 4th December St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Bridgend 7pm. Choir will contribute to a Church Service led by the Most Rev’d Dr. Barry Cennydd Morgan, Archbishop of Wales & Bishop of Llandaf Friday 6th December St Mary’s Catholic Church, Bridgend 7.30pm. Annual Friendship Concert, also featuring the Choir of St Mary’s Junior School. Tickets from the Church. Thursday 12th December Coychurch Crematorium 7pm. Annual Christmas

Remembrance Service, open to the general public. Tuesday 17th December High Corner Inn, Llantrisant. An evening of informal singing, open to all. We rehearse on Thursday evenings at 7.30pm in St Mary’s RC Church, Ewenny Road, Bridgend. If you’re interested in joining the choir, you will always be made very welcome at rehearsals. Tim O’Hagan Media Officer, Bridgend Male Choir timohagan388@hotmail.com

Three students studying Live Event Technology at Bridgend College and University of South Wales, now known as Inline Productions, have collaborated with Buska Promotions to create the:EVENT. The:EVENT is a one day acoustic showcase in the SONY Theatre, Bridgend College on the 7th February 2014 to raise money for LATCH Welsh Children’s Cancer Charity. Tickets are £3.50 per person,

to reserve tickets e-mail inlineproduction@outlook. com or ring 07724745771. We will need your: name, address, phone number, e-mail address and quantity of tickets. We would also like to say a big thank you to Seaside News for sponsoring this event and also Cardiff PAT test. For more information go to: www. facebook.com/theeventwales. Garrin Clarke, Inline Productions

Porthcawl Christmas Morning Swim Organisers are expecting hundreds of swimmers and thousands of spectators to enjoy the festivities for the swim’s 49th anniversary with the swimmers parade starting at 11.45am. Swim Chairman, Nicola Willis said, “Every penny we raise from collections and sponsored swimmers will be donated to local charities and organisations. Swimmers - please get sponsored and support the swim’s charities, don’t get cold for nothing”. Sponsorship forms, for the swim’s chosen beneficiaries only, can be downloaded website www.christmasswim. org or picked up at the Town Council Office and Jane’s Cards. Come along and join in the event, swimmer or supporter. Registration will

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Rotary Carolcade 2013 Once again the Rotary Club of Porthcawl will be holding its very successful Carolcade around the streets of Porthcawl. Of course, Father Christmas will be following his sleigh alongside Mrs Christmas and as always will be eager to greet the children (who, of course, have been good all year round!) and handing out sweets as they chat. On a more serious note, all

the money collected - as in previous years - will be going to local charities. The routes have been planned where possible not to clash with the children’s Christmas Concerts at their schools but if the children do miss out for whatever reason, Father Christmas will be taking time out of his VERY busy schedule to say hello in John Street on Christmas Eve morning. Ivor Williams

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2.30pm. 01656 754840 www. bridgend.gov.uk/libraries • STREET DANCE FOR ADULT IMPROVERS, BRIDGEND 8pm @ The Dance Centre/Labour Club Bryntirion, Tel: 01656 652165 • REVOLUTIONISE DANCE SCHOOL Acrobatic dance: 5–6pm; Also, mixed modern and street: Fridays 4.45–6.45pm and mixed dance and cheerleading: Saturdays 10am–12noon. All at Pyle Life Centre • SEWING MACHINE STITCHING CLASS Restarting September, 10am–1pm. More info from Claire Bailey (instructor): 01656 720898 or 07891 030255 • STORYTIME FOR CHILDREN, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre. 2.15pm. Tel: 01656 754850, pylelib@bridgend. gov.uk • SUN’S INTERNAL CHINESE MARTIAL ARTS 10 am Awel y Mor Community Centre Porthcawl. Full Sun Family Syllabus for health and self defence. Suitable retirement age beginners. Contact John 784991 or sunsdragon@hotmail.com • TABERNACL MUSIC SOCIETY CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND @ Tabernacl Chapel, Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–8.45pm. Mixed Voice. New members welcome. Tel: 07974 765578 • TAI CHI A new Beginners Tai Chi & Qi Gong Classes, for relaxiation & good health at St Davids Church, Florence St Nottage. Loose clothing and flat shoes advisable. Each session £4. Contact Gilda on 07840 350167 • TINYTALK BABY SIGN, MUSIC & LANGUAGE CLASS Award winning classes in Woodlands Pavillion, Pencoed 10 - 11am. What does your baby want to say? Find out how to communicate with your child through British Sign Language. To book your FREE class and to find out more please contact Jo on 07763641512 or email jop@ tinytalk.co.uk Take a look at my website www.tinytalk.co.uk/jop • TINYTALK BABY SIGN, MUSIC & LANGUAGE CLASS Award winning classes in Westward Community Centre, Cefn Glas, Bridgend 1.30 - 2.30pm. What does your baby want to say? Find out how to communicate with your child through British Sign Language. To book your FREE class and to find out more please contact Jo on 07763641512 or email jop@ tinytalk.co.uk Take a look at my website www.tinytalk.co.uk/jop • TUESDAY CLUB WORK with a range of artists throughout the year. Older people: 1–3pm; Kids (8–12 years): 4–5.30pm. £3 per session. Grand Pavilion, 01656 815995 • TUMBLE TOTS, COYCHURCH

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WEDNESDAY • 1ST CORNELLY SCOUT GROUP Silverbirch Beaver Colony. Ages 6–8, 4.30–5.45pm. Cornelly Scout & Guide Hall, Meadow Street, North Corrnelly. Contact Rob on F700pff@aol.com or 01656 746564 • 1ST PORTHCAWL SCOUT GROUP Cubs (8–10½yrs) 5.30–7.15pm. Woodland Hall, Woodland Ave. Meirion: 01656 784711 • ADRAN YR URDD, PORTHCAWL @ Tabernacl New Hall, Fenton Place, Porthcawl 5.30–6.30pm throughout school term. Ages 6–12. A fun Welsh medium youth group. caelleucu@aol.com or 07790 216312 • ATTENTION ALL RAFA CLUB MEMBERS! For your entertainment bingo is held at the club at 7.30pm. Guests are welcome • BADMINTON COACHING, KENFIG HILL @ Cynffig Sports Hall. 6–7pm, 7–11yrs. £1.50. Call Debbie 07890 582636 • BALLROOM & LATIN Beginners & improvers 7–9pm @ The Dance Centre, Bridgend. 01656 652165 www.dancecentre-bridgend.com • BODY TONING - PILATES (mat required) Use of weights and resistance bands optional. 9.45– 10.45am Awel y Mor Community Centre, Porthcawl. • BOWLS, PORTHCAWL @ Griffin Park, from 3pm. From beginners to players with years of experience. The 91 Club is a mixed, non-league club. Also on Fridays & Sundays from 3pm. You are all welcomed to our friendly club. Contact Richard Butcher: 01656743580 or 07811524142 • BRIDGEND INVOLVEMENT GROUP ‘Peer support in recovery’. 1–3pm @ ARC, Quarella Road, Bridgend. Service user led group, providing support and information for people affected by drug and alcohol and their families. Contact Linda: 01656 763117 (Mondays only), abm.bigbridgend@wales.nhs. uk • BRIDGEND COUNTY SHOW MEETINGS @ Bridgend Festivals

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Office, Cambria House, Wyndham St. 1st Wed of the month at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 661338 www. bridgend-events.co.uk • BRIDGEND PARKINSONS GROUP Every 2nd Wednesday @ Llys Faen Community Hall, Quarella Road. Tel: 01656 720791 • BRIDGEND YOUTH THEATRE WORKSHOPS Junior & Youth Theatre Workshops (5–25). Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl. Wed, Sats & Suns during term-time. Backstage and design tuition, as well as performing experiences. Prebooking essential for all classes. 01656 815995. Email: pavilion@ bridgend.gov.uk • CAFE FOR CARERS & CARED FOR, PORTHCAWL All welcome. Run by Bridgend County Crossroads. 12.30–3.30pm at Trinity Church, Porthcawl. Info and advice for Carers. Disabled access. 01656 784100 • CIVIL SERVICE CLUB Every 3rd Wednesday of the month at All Saints Church Hall, Victoria Ave, Porthcawl, 2pm. Activities, talks, outings, meals out, etc. All welcome. More info: Alf, 01656 782433 or Elaine, 01656 784271 • CEFN CRIBWR MOTHER, BABIES & TODDLERS @ Cefn Cribwr Community Hall 10–11.30am. £1.50 per child. Newborns+. 07787 578295 • COR BRO OGWR, BRIDGEND Mixed choir @ Tabernacl Church, Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–9pm. All welcome. 01656 784180. www. Cor-Bro-Ogwr.com • DISCOVERY TOTS Baby Play, 10am @ Williams Memorial Hall, Coychurch. £4 pay as you go. (multi sensory play for ages 6 wks to 2 yrs). Baby Massage Courses and Alpha Bugs classes also available. Contact Helen: 01656 818727 / 07795 150602 / info@discoverytots.co.uk / www.discoverytots.co.uk Classes Thursday @ Bijou, Cowbridge too (free play included) • HATHA YOGA, BRACKLA All levels welcome. 7–9pm @ Parc Slip Visitor Centre, Fountain Rd, Tondu CF32 0EH. £30 for a block of 5 weeks or £7 weekly, this class will include postures, breathing practices and meditation. Contact Michele: 07793 544 956, michelelambert 21@hotmail.com www.michelelambertyoga.co.uk • HATHA YOGA CLASSES, PYLE 6.30pm @ The Life Centre. All levels welcome. Contact Alan Davies, British Wheel of Yoga Teacher, on 01639 888705 • JUDOKWAI, BRIDGEND @ Cefn Glas, Bridgend, 07958 145535 (Mat). Juniors (6–15 yrs) 5–6pm. Seniors (16+) 6.30–7.30pm. Term time only • KYOKUSHIN KARATE CLUB, BRIDGEND @ The Deaf Club,

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New Taekwondo school coming to Porthcawl A local Taekwondo school is to start offering new junior classes in Porthcawl in January 2014. Sessions will be run by Neil Gimbel who already oversees training in his Cowbridge academy since 2008. Neil admits that the idea for a new Taekwondo school in Porthcawl had been brewing for a while and hopes to build a strong membership with children aged 6 years+ and have a positive influence on the kids in the community. The school is backed by the TAGB one of the largest and most successful Taekwondo association in Europe and the BTC, the governing body for Taekwondo in the UK. Neil has been training in martial arts for over 20 years, is a former Taekwondo National Team member with Wales and has been teaching since 2005. Neil Says: “Having trained for so many years and competed at the highest level of the sport, I always hope to share my experience and knowledge with a new generation of young athletes and may be train the World and Olympic Champions of tomorrow. Taekwondo is a fantastic activity for children and has such a beneficial impact on so many different levels. Whether it is discipline, fitness

or confidence, every child can have fun and develop through martial arts training”. The new beginner’s class is due to start on Tuesday 7th January 2014 and will be held at YMCA Porthcawl, The Y Centre, 25 John Street every Tuesdays and Fridays (4.30 to 5.30pm). Places will be limited so for more information or to book your first FREE introductory lesson. Neil Gimbel 07855 487404 neiltkdfr@yahoo.co.uk www.neilgimbel-tkd. blogspot.com

Wales, British lion and club windbreak Richard Webster was on top form. Nice to see local Ian Barham fresh from summer training in the French Alps riding hard all day hotly pursued by the peloton. The ride on 19th October was a 55 and 36 mile dash around Ogmore by Sea and the Vale with 15 riders braving the weather. Adverse weather conditions again hampered the following Saturday’s ride, with only the hardcore riders tapping out a commendable 45mile ride. All very welcome. Any questions please email me on nickemorgan@hotmail.co.uk. Keep on tapping! Nicky Morgan, Chairman

JUNIOR NEWS Pyle and Kenfig has been blessed with a talented group of youngsters who have grown up together and enjoyed considerable success over recent years. This year most of them leave the junior ranks and move on to senior golf. The group, which has included

Beale and Tom Booth are the constants between the old and new. The Club also has a number of upcoming talented younger members. Tom Peet is already the Glamorgan U12 champion. His younger brother, Sam, is also turning heads. At the age of just 8 he has won three Cup competitions. Tom

Jamie Jones, Tom Beale, Tom Furneaux, Rhodri Booth, Jake Prosser, Ben Vance-Daniel, Brad Young and Tom Brown, have many notable achievements including back to back Glamorgan County titles as well as taking the Rhys Davies Trophy two years running. As one door closes, another opens and the next generation of talent is already emerging. Cameron Morris, George

Humphreys, aged 11 and son of ex Welsh Rugby Captain, Jonathan, is also a multiple cup winner. These are joined by Sean David whose first win is surely just around the corner! Pyle and Kenfig Golf Club welcomes all golfers and the Course is open all year round. Alison Evans secretary@pandkgolfclub. co.uk www.pandkgolfclub.co.uk

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The club was formed at the end of September, and meet every Saturday at 9 o’clock from the Ye Olde Wine House in Pyle. The inaugural ride took place on the 5th October with a turnout of 17 riders of all ages, sex and experience. We were blessed by the cycling gods which presented us with some fantastic weather, so we all took the splendid Afan Valley up to the Bwlch with the smaller ride turning off to the cycle centre in Glyncorrwg. The 12th October provided a 70 mile loop up to Abercrave and down the Neath valley with the smaller ride a 38 mile loop of Tonna and Aberdulais. It was a fantastic turn out with some 27 riders. Again

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Cardiff International White Water Cardiff International White Water (CIWW) is an on demand white water facility, located in the heart of the International Sports Village. Since it opened three years ago it has already hosted the ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup and been hailed as ‘Best Visitor Experience’ in the Visit Wales awards. However as the winter sets in the greatest appeal will be its exciting new attraction Indoor Surfing! Offering fun for adventureseekers of all ages and abilities the simulated surf machine provides the thrills of surfing at a touch of a button… and it’s all indoors! So there’s no waiting around for the perfect wave or braving the wet Welsh

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Thirty one members and friends enjoyed themselves on the recent tour to Mallorca. The fine weather was a welcome change from the cold and wet October back home and the race day was again superbly organised with nearly eleven thousand runners from over 70 countries taking part. Nobody took on the marathon but there were three runners in the half marathon and eleven in the 10k. The course twisted its way around the narrow streets of Palma and although there was an early start to the day’s events, humid conditions made it tough to post a good time. Gabriella Maine, who came third two years ago in the marathon finished in a

time of 1:29:44. Jacqueline Brace, Bridgend AC ran strong and came first in her age category 1:37:00. Romana Maine was running her second half marathon in three weeks and finished 1:50:02. Jeff Thomas was first home in the 10k and showed great fitness in beating the forty minute barrier 39:36. Julian Maine, Neil Harris, Paul and Sharon Ford, Antony and Karen Phillips, Ceri Thomas, Dr Gareth Grier, Jan Sidoli and Rhian Jenkins were the other runners to take part and were thankful for the support of fellow tourists. Antony Phillips aphill242@gmail.com

Porthcawl Lifeguard news This year’s presentation evening at the Hi Tide Inn, Porthcawl was a great success with almost 100 members and their families attending. Our chairperson, Steph Davenport gave a speech written by vice chairman Dave Davies which reminded everyone of the many highlights and amusing incidents of the past year. The main award winners were Dafyd Pratchet and Keely Barnes Nipper boy and girl, Katrin Higginson and Megan Jeal sharing junior girl, Jai Markwell Junior boy, Nicole Davenport and Tom

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Allen Youth girl and boy. The coaches award went to Seren Dayton and Patrol award to Jayden Thomas. Well done to all of our members for their hard work and dedication throughout the year. The evening ended with a disco and a few drinks for the more senior members. Just a reminder that next February we will be holding a 55th Anniversary Ball. If you are interested in attending, please contact the club at secplgc@hotmail.com Andrew Barnes

Pyle & Kenfig Golf Club Ladies news The Ladies 1st team at Pyle and Kenfig Golf Club were awarded the Coats Merit Shield, presented annually by the club, for outstanding achievement. The Ladies 1st team in 2013 were promoted to the First Division of the Glamorgan League, this is a historical event as the last time this happened was in the 1970s. New member Fauve Birch who plays in the 1st Team has had an outstanding season winning the Glamorgan County Championship and the Club Ladies Championship and recently qualified in the final of the Daily Express European Junior Open held at Pyle and Kenfig. We wish Fauve the very best in the European Open played in Andalucia, Spain on the 23rd-30th November. Congratulations go to all club members who received awards at the Annual Presentation evening on 2nd November. We wish the teams every success for the future and welcome all new members. Nicky Greenway

Bridgend Hockey News Bridgend hockey’s season has well and truly started with great results and you can be a part of it! We are a hockey club that runs three Men’s teams, two Ladies teams, two Veteran teams and numerous youth teams from under-9 upwards but also offer training for youth players as young as four. We are open to all new members, if you’re new to hockey, returning to hockey, young or old! Give us a ring on 07866 378 014 or email secretary@bridgendhc.co.uk for more details. Training and games take place at Pencoed Comprehensive School. Youth girls training is on a Monday 6-7pm. Ladies training is on Monday 7-8.30pm. Youth Boys training is on Tuesdays 6-7pm followed by Men’s training at 7-8.30pm. We look forward to seeing you soon! Emily Phillips joy128@aol.com

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