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In this month’s issue...

Issue 179

DECEMBER 2014

Contents letters ................................................. 8 schools ........................................... 12 news .................................................. 22 features . ......................................... 28 wi . ....................................................... 38 Finance ............................................ 40 garden ............................................. 42 Legal .................................................. 44

8 - Charity Calendar

health ............................................. 46

Rotary Club of Porthcawl Carolcade 2014

POEMS ................................................ 48

Father & Mother Christmas, with their sleigh and reindeer, will visit the following areas of Porthcawl between 5.00pm and 8.00pm

Books ................................................ 50 arts .................................................... 52 puzzles ............................................. 56 what’s on ...................................... 58 sport ................................................. 62 Tide Times......................................... 63

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Response To Cat Protection Letter (Nov 2014 Issue)

Miss Teen Inspiration Bridgend

Dear Editor, I noticed the letter from Sandra Grindley in Seaside News last month and wanted to reply on behalf of the Cats Protection Bridgend Adoption Centre.

Whilst I understand Sandra’s concerns, I just wanted to point out that Cats Protection is only permitted to raise funds to help the cats that are in our care, to encourage the neutering of all cats and kittens and to inform the public about the care of cats and kittens.

This means we are not able to contribute towards vet fees for cats not in our care but Sandra could contact the People’s Dispensary of Sick Animals (PDSA) which can provide assistance with vet fees.

In terms of possibly taking this cat in, it is a sad fact of life that there are many more cats being given up or abandoned then there are being adopted, which places a great pressure on a charity like ourselves.

We are currently full to bursting looking after 130 unwanted cats and kittens, which means we are unable to help every cat immediately. As a result we have added the cat to our waiting list and if and when we have space we will contact Sandra to chat about what she’d like to do next.

In the meantime I would also appeal to your readers to please contact us if they wish to adopt a cat, as it will help us to help more unwanted cats. Rather than being placed in cages, each of our cats is kept in heated cabins with outdoor runs and cared for by an excellent team of staff and volunteers. Our phone number is 01656 724396.

I would also urge owners to neuter their pet cats, as it will help to prevent many more unwanted cats being born in the future.

Best wishes, Sue Dobbs, Centre Manager Cats Protection Bridgend

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“Hello everyone! My name is Megan Goldberger and I am competing in a beauty pageant for the title of Miss Teen Inspiration UK. Along with this I am trying to raise as much money as possible for a charity called “Ayla Mae’s Three Steps Forward.” Ayla Mae has a condition called spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy. This condition means that Ayla will probably not be able to walk and will need constant care for the rest of her life. Her family are trying to raise £100,000 for an operation that could change her life. Without the help of my sponsors I would not be able to help this amazing girl so would like to thank Malc’s Café, Stardust Boutique and The Style Academy for giving me this opportunity. If you would like to keep up with my progress please like my Facebook page Megan Goldberger - Miss Teen Bridgend Inspiration and I will keep you posted. Thank you to everyone around me for your constant support and I cannot wait to compete for the Bridgend County on March 21st in Newport.”

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Re: Danger Quicksand (Nov 2014 issue) Dear Editor, I write in reply to your published letter on the November 2014 issue, from Rosalie Hopper. May I commend you for giving it so much prominence.

Many years ago, my family visited my sister’s family – resident in St Austell, Cornwall. Walking along a beach, our youngest son (then aged 3) ran on ahead. Suddenly my sister shouted “stop him, there are quick sands over there!”

By the time my husband reached our son he was waist deep in quick sand and laughing at what he thought was a huge joke. Still sinking, my husband, up to his knees in quick sand, managed to rescue him.

There were no warning signs on that beach, as there are none on Newton Beach.

During the summer months (May 1st – Sept 30th), other beaches in Porthcawl are banned for dogs. Many families with small children picnic on this beach at low tide.

Is there to be a fatality before any action is taken?

Yours sincerely, Jean Hunt, Porthcawl

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Dear Editor, On the evening of Wednesday the 12th of November my girlfriend and I went for a walk on Newton beach at around 4pm.

I took my Frisbee - intending to throw it around a bit but it was too windy and cold for that, so we decided on a nice walk along the beach instead. I hid my frisbee underneath a rock at the bottom of the slipway fairly out of sight as I didn’t want to carry it the length of the beach. When I returned it was gone, if you picked it up for whatever reason I would be grateful for its return. It is easily identified by the spray painted underside with my initials on it. Could you please contact me via email on hywel815@yahoo.co.uk Hywel Matthews, Cornelly

Dear Editor, We are a small (privately run) local community allotment in Kenfig Hill.

Each year we hold a free BBQ, with a bonfire and fireworks evening for the local community.

This year’s event was held on the 8th November. We were lucky enough to have had the help and support of local businesses, retailers and people from the community of Kenfig Hill, Pyle and Bridgend – with donations of money and food for the evening.

Without these donations the event would not have taken place.

Please can you thank, through the Seaside News, all the people, businesses and retailers that helped out. I would also like to thank all those committee members for all their hard work – making the evening such a success.

Hope to see you all next year.

G.E Grant, Allotment Secretary G Mason, Allotment Chairman Kenfig Hill

Delightful Porthcawl Dear Editor, We in Porthcawl are lucky and fortunate to be residents of such a beautiful seaside resort, having a stunning seafront with beautiful and colourful flower beds, together with spacious and wide promenades. The impressive Grand Pavilion and other fine buildings add to the attraction. The seafront is flanked on either side by two popular beaches – Sandy Bay and Rest Bay, together with the two quaint and adjoining villages of Nottage and Newton. A further bonus is that we are conveniently situated between two cities.

The main shopping centre – John Street, has a high standard and varied selection of shops. It’s said that the shop ‘Bliss’ is the finest shop in the borough! Maybe we are a little too heavy with charity shops, but in their defense – they are of a good standard and are the most popular shops with visitors and locals. Well Street is worth a visit with its outstanding continental colourful shop fronts. We are well catered for with restaurants, cafes, pubs and hotels.

The heartening news is that visitors to Porthcawl have increased by 11% this year. What will it be like in 10 years time!

On a more general aspect, we are privileged and proud of our numerous volunteers who work tirelessly behind the scenes in support of the various organisations and sporting clubs in the town. Special praise for those who organise the fireworks, carnival and Christmas swim. They do a fantastic job.

Equally, the people of Porthcawl are very generous in their charity donations.

For the young at heart, a visit to the Fairground at Coney Beach would give all the excitement they need.

It’s feasible that one of the boat owners in the harbour might organize short boat trips along the coast during the summer – which would be an enjoyable experience!

We have a high standard of schools, doctors and dentists, plus a good environment in which to raise our children – which makes it a wonderful town.

The picture would not be complete without mentioning the people of Porthcawl – who are kind, courteous and great.

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SCHOOLS Porthcawl Primary News

Anti Bullying Quiz A Big Success!

The end of the year is fast approaching and we have lots going on in our last few weeks. Firstly we are looking forward to Numeracy Week after the success of Literacy Week earlier in the year. Our pupils will be taking part in numerous maths related activities which will range from real life problems such as working out the cost of a dream holiday to finding the number of palindromic numbers on a hundred square. We will also be inviting parents in again to see all the amazing work we have been doing.

After Numeracy Week we will be preparing for our Christmas productions. This year KS2 will be performing ‘Christmas Around The World’. The final performance will be in Gilgal Chapel on Tuesday 16th December at 6pm. The Foundation stage Nativity will be performed on Tuesday 16th December and Wednesday 17th December.

On top of this we also have the return of the Christmas Fayre.

This will take place on Friday 5th December at 3.15pm. There will be a wide range of activities and stalls with something for everyone! If you have any questions or would like any more information about any of these events please contact us.

Andrew Wood Head Teacher

An online bullying quiz run by Bridgend say’s “End Bullying” has proved to be a big success!

Young people from all across the Bridgend County area entered the quiz; which coincided with the projects Big Step Against Bullying walk back in July.

Winners were announced last week on the projects Facebook page ‘bseb events’ and the picture shows some of the winners who attended a presentation at the Griffin Park Health & Wellbeing Centre in Porthcawl on Tuesday 28th October 2014.

From left to right; Samantha Vincent (Winner of 1st Prize - IPOD Shuffle & BsEB Goody Bag), Bethanie Denyer (Winner of 2nd Prize - £20 Parkdean Voucher, Adventure Golf and BsEB Goody Bag) and Matthew Bird (Winner of 7th Prize Medal of Honour T-Shirt and a BsEB Goody Bag).

The project would like to thank all the young people that entered the quiz and all the companies that donated prizes.

For further information on Bridgend say’s End Bullying or for any help or advice on bullying matters, please contact the team on 01656 754920, by email on bseb@bridgend. gov.uk or visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ bsebevents.

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Cynffig Comprehensive News On Wednesday 15th October Brynteg took part in the annual “Diwrnod Shwmae Sumae!” day. The aim of the day was to celebrate our national language and Wales, and to remind us that the Welsh language belongs to everyone and can be used anywhere. Pupils and staff were encouraged to start every conversation through the medium of Welsh and to bring a Welsh theme into lessons regardless of the subject. Many pupils and staff took up the invite to wear a red or green jumper to school.

The Welsh department also organised a lunchtime quiz, which was extremely well attended by lower school pupils.

A ‘Bore Coffi Shwmae’ was held in both staff rooms and in the sixth form common room where staff and pupils could purchase tea, coffee and cakes, but only if they asked for them in Welsh!

All profits raised went to Ty Hafan Children’s Hospice.

This was the first time that Brynteg had participated in the event and hopefully next year it will be even bigger and better. Diolch yn fawr iawn i bawb a helpodd a chymerodd ran. Wela i chi i gyd flwyddyn nesaf! Thank you very much to all who helped and took part.

Pam Doster

Hello again. Although it seems almost impossible to believe that we are almost at the end of the year, my pleasure in Cynffig’s achievements never wanes, because the outcomes for our pupils make me so proud. Whether sporting (our Year 7, 8 and 9 Rugby and Netball teams have been particularly successful recently), cultural (the Twmpath was fantastic), musical (we’re rehearsing with more singers and instrumentalists than ever before) or academic, Cynffig pupils have certainly made the most of the past twelve months. Our new Year 7 are already showing every sign of achieving amazing things, our more able and talented pupils are being challenged and driven as never before, and our Senior Team are providing the maturity of support that is the hallmark of our Sixth Form. I was particularly proud of them in our community Remembrance Sunday commemorations, and the university applications, which so many of them are currently making, is testament to the ways in which they grow and thrive.

I do hope you will be able to join us for our annual concert on Thursday 18th December, to share in the celebration of another great year. We would love to see you. Have a very happy Christmas.

Hannah Castle, Head Teacher Tel: 01656 740294

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SCHOOLS Cynffig Comprehensive News

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Hello again. Although it seems almost impossible to believe that we are almost at the end of the year, my pleasure in Cynffig’s achievements never wanes, because the outcomes for our pupils make me so proud. Whether sporting (our Year 7, 8 and 9 Rugby and Netball teams have been particularly successful recently), cultural (the Twmpath was fantastic), musical (we’re rehearsing with more singers and instrumentalists than ever before) or academic, Cynffig pupils have certainly made the most of the past twelve months. Our new Year 7 are already showing every sign of achieving amazing things, our more able and talented pupils are being challenged and driven as never before, and our Senior Team are providing the maturity of support that is the hallmark of our Sixth Form. I was particularly proud of them in our community Remembrance Sunday commemorations, and the university applications, which so many of them are currently making, is testament to the ways in which they grow and thrive.

I do hope you will be able to join us for our annual concert on Thursday 18th December, to share in the celebration of another great year. We would love to see you. Have a very happy Christmas.

Hannah Castle, Head Teacher Tel: 01656 740294

The school choir, led by Mrs Northcott, sang their hearts out at the Annual British Legion Concert in the Grand Pavilion on 7th November. Their last song, ‘Let There Be Peace On Earth’ was a fitting finale to the concert.

Armistice Day saw the whole school assembled on the school yard paying their respects with a minutes silence. Father Craig led the prayer followed by Mr Gallagher playing the Last Post.

Our Harvest Celebration, which was blessed by Father Craig, was a great success. The children brought in items of food, which were donated to the Bridgend Food Bank. Almost 250kg of food was collected which was enough to give 3 hearty meals to 67 needy individuals in our borough.

The Book Fair visited school and once again Mrs Dickinson worked her magic, organising the week’s sale. Business was brisk as the children convinced mums and dads that Christmas was ‘ages away’ and that they did need that special book!

35 years of Children in Need – where does time go? As usual, the pupils of Nottage threw themselves into this worthy cause with total enthusiasm and commitment, raising a staggering £1,142.33.

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West Park Primary News We are absolutely delighted to announce that West Park has been awarded a Platinum Eco Flag!

We work hard all year round to ensure that our pupils and staff are surrounded by eco-friendly initiatives and are proud that the pupils have a sound understanding of ecological issues in the world they are growing up in, as well as being able to demonstrate compassion and understanding about their own environment and the wider world.

The Eco-Schools assessor noted: – Eco-Schools/ESDGC is at the heart of the school’s ethos.

Wonderful eco-tour led by a dynamic group of eco-warriors.

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The grass roots are laid for a green future and the fourth green flag flying high at the school entrance is a wonderful reminder of our success.

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St Clare’s News In November, we were very proud of Year 11 pupil Sophia Campion who was announced as the winner of a national competition titled ‘Cartooning the First World War’. Sophia’s entry was unveiled at a new exhibition in The Waterfront Museum, Swansea at a prestigious opening ceremony. We hope visitors will enjoy the artwork, and would like to congratulate Sophia on her achievement.

St. Clare’s pupils and staff once again demonstrated their generosity by arranging numerous fundraising activities for BBC Children in Need.

Pupils from Nursery through to 6th Form came to school dressed as Superheroes, and spent the day donating to the brilliant cause. Pupils from the Sixth Form organised ‘throw a sponge at a teacher’ while some of the braver boys offered to have their legs waxed. Over in the Prep School pupils brought in small change and put their coins all over a giant Pudsey Bear.

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As we come to the end of 2014 and what has been Monkeys 21st birthday year, Monkey Music is looking back and feeling very proud! This year Monkey customers helped to raise over £1,000 for local charity ‘2 Wish Upon A Star’ and national charity ‘Nordoff Robbins’. We now have 400 families attending classes every week and demand is such that the timetable has been extended further for 2015.

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SCHOOLS Brynteg School Round-Up

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Brynteg’s school production of Disney’s ‘Camp Rock’ held in the Grand Pavilion was an absolute triumph.

The audience were treated to a spectacular show and clapped and sang along to the songs delivered by the talented youngsters on stage. All cast members were outstanding so ‘bravo’ to you all.

We congratulate four of our younger pupils, members of the school’s Creative Writing Club, who had their poems published in the Young Writers publication ‘War of Words’. They are Year 8 pupils Abbie Matthews, Lizzie Dowdall, Kayleigh Granville and Dylan Thomas.

Brynteg welcomed Councillor Huw David, Bridgend Mayor Mr Gary Thomas, Mayor’s Consort Kay Jenkins and several other dignitaries to the official opening of the new fitness suite in the upper school gymnasium. The equipment was joint funded

by BCBC, Sport Wales and the school in a drive to encourage students, especially girls, to take more active roles in sport activities. The girls played an essential part in the decision making with regards to the new facilities now in place.

The geography department held a ‘bag-packing’ session in Sainsbury’s in order to raise funds for next year’s sixth form expedition to Nepal. Also Year 12 geographers went on a field trip to Dale Fort in Pembrokeshire to carry out various investigations as part of their AS course.

Once again Year 12 art students took part in the ‘Made in Roath’ festival in Cardiff where they exhibited their art work and participated in art workshops. This popular event is now an annual feature of the art programme on the Brynteg calendar.

GCSE art students visited Cardiff Museum where they had a productive day out drawing the animal and art exhibits for their coursework portfolios.

Sports news and results – Congratulations to Chloe Dyke and Meghanne Davies of Year 12 who have been selected to the Welsh Netball U17 long squad.

Well done to Isobel Dodd for coming 1st in the South Wales Cross-country championships 2014. Zoe Ham came in 13th, Hollie Mullan was 11th and Molly Ridge came 162nd in the same event. They will now represent South Wales in Builth Wells.

Finally there were some impressive performances in the ’Shelter Cymru’ School/Club Golf Championships at the Celtic Manor recently. Nathan Alexander [Year 9] and Jordan Oliver [Year 8] came 5th. Also well done to Ronan Oliver [Year 10] and Lewis Miller [Year 11] who came 11th in the competition. Da iawn pawb!

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Year 6 pupil’s from Pil Primary School marked Remembrance Day with a visit to 1940’s Swansea Bay Museum. While they were there they observed the two minute silence to remember those killed during conflict.

Year 6 have been studying WWII this term and have learnt a great deal about life during the war. During the trip they had the opportunity to handle artefacts, dress up in clothes from the era and lots more. Sofie discovered, ‘When food was rationed people had to eat powdered food such as eggs and milk.’ ‘We got dressed up in clothes from WWII era,’ said Millie. During the Blitz, Adline found out that, ‘Babies had their own gas masks.’ Year 6 had a very informative and interesting day.

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News ‘Keepers’ Tell The Tales Of Local Beauty Spots If you go down to the woods, coast, or the local park this winter you’re sure of a big surprise as a number of wooden sculptures have been created at beauty spots around the county borough.

You may have already seen the tall female figure at Kenfig National Nature Reserve, the hooded character overlooking Wilderness Lake Park, three frogs that have popped up at Frog Pond Wood in Pyle, or the boy standing on a sandcastle listening to a shell at Trecco Bay campsite. There are ten in total and they are the ‘Bridgend Nature Keepers’. Carved out of Welsh oak wood, each ‘Keeper’ has its own tale to tell, and once you find them, simply download the ‘Dare to Discover’ app for your phone or tablet to hear their story. The app has been produced by the council’s tourism team and contains an interactive guide to help people explore the county borough. The Keepers project began earlier this year at Bryngarw Country Park, where four interactive sculptures watch over the river, garden, woods and meadow areas, and has now been expanded thanks to funding from Capital Regional Tourism. I hope you enjoy finding the Keepers and listening to their stories.

Councillor Charles Smith Cabinet Member for Strategic Change BCBC Tel 01656 643643 www.bridgend.gov.uk

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Small Business Saturday Small Business Saturday on December 6 reminds all of us how important it is to support the shops and services provided in our town centres.

It is no exaggeration to say that such businesses are now the life-blood of our high streets – whether they be fashion boutiques, deli’s, cafes, hairdressers or vintage shops.

It is small, locally owned businesses that bring variety and choice into our shopping centres. And it is that difference which we should celebrate.

If you are looking for that something special, that individual piece of clothing, jewellery or whatever, it is the small shops that are likely to provide it rather than the offerings of our chain stores and multiples, which cater to the mass market.

Life would be very boring if every town centre was the same and, while there has been a trend to see the same stores in many of them, peppered along the high streets are the little gems that offer a helping of je ne sais quoi.

This is what towns like Porthcawl can give shoppers. But unless shops get support, they will disappear. So it’s a case of celebrating the variety of businesses in our town centres - Vive La Difference!

SUZY DAVIES AM Welsh Conservative Party www.suzydavies.com Seaside News | 22

Pyle PCSO News

PCSO’s Kyle Maiden and Julie Banks attended the Co–Op store in Pyle and handed out halloween and bonfire night leaflets to members of the community. As it was half term they also engaged with the local children who attended the store and gave them halloween stickers.

PCSO Maiden said “ its important that during the Halloween weekend and on bonfire night members of the community feel safe. It’s also important that young children in the area enjoy this time of year whilst also staying safe and think about how their behaviour affects other people. “ PCSO Kyle Maiden Pyle Police Station, Bridgend Mobile 07825 503907 Email kyle.maiden@south-wales.pnn.police.uk

Another Rise In The Basic Pension I was pleased to see that the basic state pension will rise by at least £2.85 a week next year, thanks to the triple lock introduced by the Liberal Democrats in Government.

It means 24,854 pensioners in the Bridgend area will benefit from an increase in their pension.

This rise will bring the level of the state pension to at least £115.95. This is £18.30 more, each week, than in 2010 when the Liberal Democrats entered coalition. This means pensioners on the full basic state pension are £950 a year better off than they were under the last government.

The triple lock delivers a pension rise of whichever is the greater of average earnings, inflation or 2.5%, meaning pensioners locally will see more money in their pockets.

It ensures that pensioners are guaranteed the security of a steady rise in their pensions, allowing them to plan for their future and giving them dignity in their retirement.

We have ensured that pensioners locally are never again subjected to the indignity of the 75p rise they saw during one year under the last Labour Government.

Peter Black AM Welsh Liberal Democrats www.peter-black.net www.peterblack.blogspot.com

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Peter Alan staff support local rugby club When Kenfig Hill Rugby Club’s U8 Mini Mules needed new jerseys for their U8s team the Porthcawl branch of the area’s leading estate agency chain were more than happy to help.

Laura Fraser, Peter Alan’s Porthcawl lettings valuer, said, “We are proud to be at the heart of our local community and we are thrilled to be supporting the U8s rugby team in Kenfig Hill. These young teams help to nurture talent from an early age and we know that the rugby club plays a big part in the local community by inspiring young people and helping to improve their physical and social well-being. We hope the team goes from strength to strength this season.”

Kenfig Hill rugby club have a large mini and junior section and have 220 registered children, from most of the primary schools in the area. The club play across the county from Porthcawl to Maesteg, Llanharan, Llantwit Major and Treherbet.

Every Peter Alan branch is closely involved in supporting local schools, sporting clubs and other worthwhile causes that help build, develop and sustain the community of which they are a part.

During 2014 Peter Alan were crowned the Best Letting Agency in Wales for the third year. They have also been awarded the Best Estate Agency in Wales award for the last three consecutive years. If you would like a free valuation for your property, either for sale or for rent, please call in and see us and we will be more than happy to help.

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News Take Care This Christmas

Embracing Our local High Street

As another year draws to a close in Bridgend County Borough, I hope that your preparations for the festive season are going well.

The weather last Christmas was very mild, but if it takes a turn for the worse this year, our council website has a ‘get ready for winter’ page that provides information on services and issues such as school closures, gritting and kerbside collections.

It also features lots of useful advice and links that will help you to look after yourselves and vulnerable friends and neighbours – visit www.bridgend.gov.uk to find out more, and don’t forget that you can follow us on Twitter and Facebook for the latest updates during bouts of severe weather, too.

I’d like to remind you about recycling and refuse collection arrangements over the festive season. Christmas Eve will be normal, but the Christmas Day and Boxing Day collections will take place on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th December instead.

Waste normally collected on New Year’s Day will also be a day later, so the normal collection for Friday 2 January will move to Saturday 3 January.

A very merry Christmas to all Seaside News readers – see you in 2015.

Back in September you may have heard that the Welsh Government’s National High Street Campaign was launched which aims to remind everyone of the value of our high streets such as John Street in Porthcawl, encouraging members of the community to make full use of them.

I was pleased to hear of Walters’ Shoes’ 100 years on the high street a few weeks ago. It is a local family run shop that has lasted the test of time, serving the wants and needs of the community. I always enjoy spending a few hours in John Street, one of Wales’ thriving high streets with a handful of small business such as the lovely deli Home & Colonial, interesting boutiques like Bliss and Koko as well as so many pleasant cafes to enjoy a spot of lunch. I was delighted to hear that the museum will continue to stay open despite uncertainty over the past year, which is currently hosting a brilliant exhibition about the First World War. I hope and believe that the grant of £50,000 from the Welsh Government’s Town Centre Partnership fund for Porthcawl will ensure the town continues to draw more and more people to Porthcawl every year.

Councillor Mel Nott OBE Leader of Bridgend County Borough Council Tel 01656 643643 www.bridgend.gov.uk

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Investing In The Health Service Will Save Defending It Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board’s annual budget for 2013-14 makes for some very sobering reading.

On the back of the LHB’s annus horribilis, which saw it come under unprecedented scrutiny from both government and media as patients and their families’ complaints reached new levels, it now appears that the board has spent in excess of £100m defending itself.

The biggest part of the spend - £93.587 million – went on clinical negligence. This was followed by £6.687 million on personal injury and £4.767 million on defence legal fees making a total of £105.041 million.

This is an extraordinary amount of money by anyone’s reckoning and, given the litany of management failures found within Professor June Andrews’ report into care at the Princess of Wales and Neath Port Talbot hospitals, it has to be asked how better the money could have been spent if it had been invested in better care, in the shape of more staff and more equipment and beds.

The Welsh NHS spends far too much time in firefighting rather than in preventative mode. Everyone talks of the benefits of anticipating and resourcing properly – when are we going to see it in practice?

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News Porthcawl Town Council News A couple of years ago Porthcawl Town Council agreed to grant a sum of £30,000 towards Porthcawl Athletic Association’s new pavilion. The Town Council is extremely pleased to see that the project is now well underway with the grant money being utilised to support the construction of the new building. The enthusiasm of the members of Porthcawl Athletic Association is great to see. Hopefully the project should be completed soon!

I’m sure that many of you will have noticed that there is a new pedestrian crossing on Fulmar Road. The crossing was funded by Porthcawl Town Council. It provides a safe path across Fulmar Road, which can become extremely busy, especially during the nice weather! It is used by a variety of people and is a great addition to safety in the area.

The Christmas lighting is once again up in Porthcawl. Please let us know what you think this year. The Town Council works hard together with a local company to ensure that a fantastic display is provided. Please let us know what you think by logging onto the Town Council website and using the Contact Us Page www. porthcawltowncouncil.co.uk Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Alison Thomas, Town Clerk

Have You Seen These Benches?

The Black Country Museum in Dudley specialise in the history of Victorian cast iron serpent benches that represent the Greek god of health which were enormously popular in seaside resorts from the 1860’s.

Few survived the metal shortages of two world wars; however some farsighted Borough managers valued their benches as seen in the beautiful Valley Gardens Harrogate and Aberystwyth seafront where they surround the promenade, as they once did in Porthcawl.

Unfortunately for Porthcawl, BCBC seem to have little interest in the town’s Victorian heritage as the two serpent benches they replaced on Locks Common demonstrates.

We made BCBC aware of the historical importance of these 130 year old icons, sought assurances for their safety and refurbishment and met officers to discuss their return.

However the unedifying news from BCBC is that they have “LOST” both at their Bridgend Waterton Highway stores.

Does “LOST” mean misappropriated, stolen or what? Their 2013 press statement said one was lost but the other would definitely be reinstalled.

Incredibly BCBC say they keep no records of goods deposited or who is responsible for them and think nothing is to be gained pursuing this further. Porthcawl is entitled to a public explanation and expect them to be found or replaced.

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FEATURES Books For Christmas As this is my last piece for the Seaside News I would like to thank Mat Hardwicke for publishing an excellent magazine and for allowing me space in the magazine to produce my articles.

In closing I would like to draw your attention to two books. The first, Making Movies, a detective story written by myself, is set in Porthcawl and Cardiff in 1978. The plot centres on a teenage runaway from Nottage and her involvement with some shady Dutch characters. This novel follows on from Blind Justice and a third story in the series will follow next year.

The second book I’d like to mention is Sam’s Song, written by Hannah Howe. This is a contemporary detective novel set in Cardiff. The story centres on Sam (Samantha) and her attempts to come to terms with her violent past and look forward to a brighter future. Although the subject matter, domestic violence, is dark, the book does contain plenty of humour with some laugh-out-loud moments. There is also a strong mystery element to the story centred on the music business and murder. Both books are available from all good bookstores and internet outlets, and on Kindle.

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Busy Rotary Posties If you have been following the progress of the ‘Posties’ of the Rotary Club of Porthcawl in previous issues, you will know that, as you read this, they are hard at work collecting, sorting and delivering Christmas post... whatever the weather!

Remember that the cards can only be delivered to addresses with a CF36 postcode but the good news is that the stamps are only 25p!

The Rotary Clubs Christmas Post will end on 15 December.

Look out for the posters in the windows of the following outlets: D H Edwards (Well Street), Walters Shoes (John Street), Jane’s Forget Me Not (John Street), Stationery Hill (Station Hill), Cal’s (Suffolk Place), Lifestyle Express (New Road), Nick’s Stores (The Precinct), Parc Stores (Cilparc), Nottage Stores (Nottage) and Spar (Newton).

It’s a very busy time of the year for Porthcawl Rotarians, who will also undertake the Carolcade and the Christmas Tree Festival at All Saints Church. Again, the Rotary Club is very grateful for the goodwill of the stores, the continuing generosity of the public and also to the sponsorship offered by Walters Shoes and T Elwood Deere and Son. Ivor Williams

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Local Company Makes Donation To St John Cymru Wales Adriano Fantini of D3Signs, Pencoed has generously donated a new recruitment banner for use by Pencoed Bridgend Division of St John Cymru Wales.

The banner will be used to promote the Division throughout Bridgend County as it carries out its work.

Additionally, a QR Code has been added to enable smartphone users to learn more about St John Cymru Wales.

Joy Evans, Divisional Superintendent, said “We are very grateful to Adriano and D3Signs for this wonderful banner. It will help us to promote the work of the Division and hopefully encourage more members to join our ranks”.

Anyone interested in joining Pencoed Bridgend Division can ring 029 2044 9639 for further information.

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Through Christian Eyes A recent survey said more people now believe in aliens from outer space than believe in God. I find this strange as no one yet has any strong evidence for visitors from outer space.

Meanwhile, there is strong evidence that God came to earth in Jesus Christ.

The birth of Jesus was a miracle only partly understood by the scientific process of parthenogenesis. His life was accompanied by miracles, signs and wonders that amazed those around him.

His character was unique in its moral and ethical qualities, and even death on a cross could not destroy him, as three days later people saw Jesus alive. They touched Him, talked to Him and shared food with Him proving his resurrection was true.

One of the eyewitnesses of God in Jesus Christ was the apostle John, he wrote, ‘The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only who came from the Father, full of grace and truth (John 1:14) The Bible says ‘They will call him Immanuel – which means “God with us”’ (Matthew 1:23). So lets celebrate the coming of the Christ this Christmas?

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FEATURES Inner Wheel News The Chairman of District 15, Mrs Catrin Rowlands, attended the November meeting of the club. Catrin spoke of her love of music and how helpful music can be to special needs children. Her chosen charity is UCAN Productions, which offers opportunities for visually impaired young people to participate in the performing arts. President Gill presented the District Chairman with a cheque for her charity. Mrs Jean Hughes, a new member, was inducted by the District Chairman and welcomed into Inner Wheel. Our Annual Christmas Fayre was held in the Atlantic Hotel on November 5th. It was a well attended, enjoyable, and successful event. Two outings have been arranged before Christmas - a shopping trip to Gloucester and a visit to Cardiff to see The Lion King. The club will participate in the Christmas Tree Festival to be held in All Saints Church from the 2nd to the 7th of December. Barbara Bridge held a knitting group in her home in October and another is planned for November.

Members attended the Remembrance Day Service at All Saints Church, and a wreath from Inner Wheel was placed at the War Memorial.

Eileen Thomas, Club Correspondent

First-Time Puppy Walker Sandra Corben PUPPY walking for Guide Dogs was something my late husband and I always planned to do. We loved dogs, having owned golden retrievers for 30 years.

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Y Cefn Gwyrdd News Heard of the Railway Ramblers? Well I hadn’t until I received a call from Phil from Bolton. This British-wide rambling group follows disused railways and last week they walked from Tondu to Pyle station via Cefn Junction - where they enjoyed tea and refreshments away from torrential rain. The group was amazed at the remnants of our industrial past and their faces when they entered Bedford’s ironwork at Waun Cimla was a picture.

They could not believe that this best preserved complete small ironworks in Britain was not part of a tourist trail.

Diary Dates - on Tuesday 9th December the Gwyrdd is organising a concert entitled A Child’s Christmas at Cefn’s Green Hall. Supported for the fourth year by the Night Out Scheme and Bridgend Council, Lighthouse Theatre will perform works

by Dylan Thomas and Richard Burton, ably supported by the local talent of the village! Don’t miss this event. Tickets £6, £5 concessions and £3 children.

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Monday 22nd December - Carol singing to the east of village.

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FEATURES Friends Of Monze

Retired Bridgend health visitor Deana Owen thought she would spend her retirement gardening, but after three months volunteering in Monze, a small town in Zambia, she decided to build a school there instead!

“The school there was like a dilapidated cow shed yet every day 300 children - half of them HIV orphans - walked miles to get there to be educated. They are so keen to learn, and happy, despite having nothing but a ball made out of old plastic bags to play with. I was asked to help – how could I say no?

My friends helped me set up a registered charity. Already we have installed a solar water pump to irrigate vegetables, and have bought a peanut butter machine.

But the big project is building a school with compost toilets and sinking a borehole for water. We have already begun work, so these children can not only be educated but will be nourished and learn life skills to feed their families in the future.”

Deana would love to talk to your organisation or to hear from people able to help in any way.

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Porthcawl Townswomens’ Guild News As I write this Christmas is definitely in the air! We are looking forward to Christmas lunches at Bridgend College and with the South Wales Federation in Cardiff. Unlike many people I don’t get tired of turkey and all the trimmings. After our Autumn Fayre last month we have invited the Alzheimers Society to our December meeting to receive a cheque for £650. The Guild took part as usual laying a wreath on Armistice Sunday - especially moving this year with the 100 year commemoration of the start of World War One. Last months meeting was a crafts demonstration afternoon put on by members of our craft group led by Freda Rodger. A good afternoon, even I managed to make things and I now know what tea bag folding is! This month we will be holding our Christmas party with entertainment from the Gilgal Baptist Church Bell Ringers. Followed by our usual splendid tea - visitors welcome.

So do come and join us on December 10th 2pm at All Saints Church Hall, Porthcawl. Telephone: (01656) 772157. Seasons greetings to you all.

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Life With Porthcawl Lions Porthcawl Lions are very sad to report the death, after a short illness, of one of its members, Lynn Williams. Lynn was a wellliked and hard working member of the club and will be greatly missed. The thoughts and sympathy of all members are with his family at this time.

By now, hopefully, Santa’s grotto is open every Saturday from 10am in the Y Centre, and the Sunday car boot sales at the HiTide are enjoying better weather. Don’t forget about the Boxing Day Fun Run starting and finishing at the Hi-Tide. It is suitable for serious runners, joggers or walkers of all ages and the perfect way to work off the excesses of Christmas Day. Registration is from 9.30 to 10.30am for an 11 o’clock start and the entrance fee is £5 for adults and £1 for under 18’s with all money going to charity. The registration form and further details, as well as more details about Porthcawl Lions is on the website porthcawllions. org.uk In December the club is holding its annual senior citizens tea party and in the spring plans, with the museum and Col Canto, to hold a WW1 concert.

This month Porthcawl Lions made donations to Medicin Sans Frontiers and the Amser Justin Time Charity, and also sponsored Steve Flett’s bike ride.

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FEATURES The Hope Church Community Project, Porthcawl Our opening day on October 17th, was a great success and opened by Madeleine Moon MP who has supported us from the beginning. Many attended in support and we had a great afternoon with food supplied by the Globe. Also the Porthcawl Male Voice Choir kindly came to sing for us! We look towards 2015, working with the community and volunteers to help with the youth/ elderly who need a safe place to go during the winter months away from the streets!

Our community hall is now up and running and is available for hire and is ready for any business classes, teaching classes or activities in the community, hire details are available from the information below.

Thank you to our builder, and some of the community that donated and helped with the restoration of the church, but we still have a way to go. We need new windows and a door at the front of the church. This the second phase of the project and fundraising is still on going.

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A Great Talent The Bonds took on renovation of The Great House in Laleston 30 years ago, to cook for people who loved great food, served in a special setting.

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Tommy Heaney is a rare talent, winning the Waitrose restaurant of the year. His philosophy to cook light, modern food, with seasonality and simplicity, to make each ingredient taste of itself, is one we are very keen to expand on.

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Talbot Centre News Kenfig Hill’s Talbot Community Centre has finally acquired the adjacent building, known locally as the Rees Centre. Eighteen months ago, the management of Scope, a national charity who looks after people with disabilities, offered to gift the building to the Talbot, and finally, a couple of weeks ago, the keys were handed over.

The Rees Centre will become part of the Talbot Community Centre but will require substantial work to convert and combine a building purposely designed for the disabled to a single community centre for use by all local people. It will enable the Talbot Community Centre to accommodate many and various groups and activities to the benefit of the local area while still providing a facility for Scope to continue its excellent work.

The Talbot will now have more office space and an extra hall, to be named the Rees Hall, after Mrs Hilda Rees from Porthcawl, who built the Rees Centre in the sixties.

For more information (we have office space to hire) please contact 01656 749754, 07792 089394, e-mail: talbotcc@tiscali. co.uk or visit our website: www.talbotcc.co.uk

Tools For Africa The season of advent prior to Christmas is a journey, so our last consignment started its journey last week. The loaded pallet destined for Malawi and crates consisted of kits for building trades, carpentry workshops and motor repair businesses, some two hundred and seventy seven tools, two arc welders, sewing machines and haberdashery. The consignment was paid for by members and organisations associated with Trinity Church, Porthcawl.

Prior to a project beginning, all potential trainees are interviewed and one question we ask our trainees is, “What is the benefit of training and tools to you?” Eva of Eva Tailoring Tanzania says, “Both are needed – tools and knowledge. If I had just got the machines and no training I would not know how to look after and repair them and would not have learned how to look after the business.” Agness Bwembya says “I do not want my children to suffer; this is my chance to improve their lives. I want to be self-reliant and run my own business.”

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WOMEN’S INSTITUTE Newton WI News Our November meeting commenced with the usual WI discussed and minutes approved.

The guest speaker was an American Lady called Polly, who gave a very interesting talk on the American ‘Thanks Giving Day’ celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November. This event originates from the ‘Pilgrim Fathers’ first harvest in the New World in 1621.

December is a busy month in the Newton WI calendar, starting this year with the ‘Tree Festivals’ at All Saints Church from the 1st December for one week, and also at Margam Park Orangery on the 3rd December - one day only. At both these events Newton WI trees are decorated by our talented ‘craft ladies’, a visit is highly recommended.

The December meeting will include our Carol Service officiated by the Rev. Colin Richards, and afterwards tea/coffee and mince pies will be served.

Our Christmas Lunch will be held on the 5th December at the Coed y Mwstwr Hotel, which everyone is greatly looking forward to.

For more information ring Pearl Mason on 01656 772657.

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Mynydd Cynffig WI The 11th November was our monthly WI meeting held in the Talbot Community Centre, Kenfig Hill. We had a good turnout of members - some must have come by boat, the rain was relentless. Our meeting was chaired by Marjorie (our president), and the minutes read out by Enid (our secretary). Christmas is a busy time and being in the WI is no different. A Christmas Tree Festival in Margam Orangery, Christmas trip to Abby Cwm Hir, our Christmas party, Marjorie hosting a Coffee and Mince pie morning - we don’t stop. Next year is just as busy - a flower demonstration in Port Talbot, guided walk in Bristol, taste of Wales in Llanharry and a service in Llandaff Cathedral. Also, next year is the 65th Anniversary of our WI and also the 100th anniversary of the National Federation, so we shall all be hard at it enjoying ourselves. Our guest speaker was Sally Maybey - her topic “My Mastermind Experience” which was entertaining, to have been asked twice to appear is a feat in its self. A vote of thanks was given by Eirwen our treasurer, followed by tea and biscuits. Our December meeting is our Christmas Party. Looking forward to seeing you all soon.

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will look stunning this year! A vote of thanks was given by Mrs Gwyneth Jenkins.

The next meeting, on the 4th December at Blandy Hall, will be hosted by the committee when we celebrate with our Christmas Party and Carol Singing.

Guests and new members always welcome, for information call Margaret on 660384 or Diane on 656600.

Margaret Aylen

Kenfig WI News Our latest meeting took place at Cornelly Methodist Hall on 3rd November.

After the completion of formal business, members were treated to a presentation from our speaker Erna Cachae who gave an interesting talk on Pearls.

The history of pearls is extensive dating back to the 7th century when they were only worn by royalty and the very rich. Many of the early pearl divers lost their lives in their search for the pearls - making the gems expensive and scarce, but nowadays they no longer dive in the dangerous waters as most pearls are cultured. It was fascinating to see pictures of the many types and beautiful colours of these jewels.

Following the presentation, members were given the opportunity to have their own pearls valued. It was indeed an enjoyable evening.

For those who have not yet penciled in the date - please join us for our annual Christmas Concert to be held at Cornelly Community Centre, 7pm on Tuesday 9th December. The programme will feature the choir One Achord and proceeds will be given to Y Bwthyn Newydd.

We look forward to seeing you.

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The November meeting of Laleston WI was opened by president Margaret Aylen, who welcomed the members and the minutes were read out by secretary Diane Marshall.

The business of the evening included arrangements for the Luncheon Club at Poco Poco, Bridgend and the Book Club at Bridgend Library. Menu choices were taken for the Christmas Lunch at the Mason’s Arms, Bryncethin on December 9th.

The speaker - Mrs Ann Mahoney, was thanked for standing in at short notice when the original speaker was unable to attend.

The members were very impressed with Ann’s demonstration of serviette folding and were encouraged to have a go themselves.

They went home with their samples of Mitres, Crowns, Fleur-delis, Sailing boats and many more designs – their Christmas tables

The November meeting of Sker WI was held recently. The charity evening was enjoyed by all, with Caryl Thomas telling amusing stories about the time she and her husband entered Ballroom Dancing competitions. Caryl showed us some of the dresses she wore which were amazing. Members also enjoyed some wine and nibbles.

The speaker for the monthly meeting was Mr Stephanos Mastoris who gave a very interesting talk on the History of Christmas Cards, which first appeared in 1843. Stephanos showed how the cards had changed over the years, with those in the 1880’s being more elaborate. During the 1950’s charities started to sell them.

Since computers have been used there has been a drop in the number of cards bought but still millions are sent every year.

There is a varied programme to look forward to with our Christmas Fayre coming soon and also a trip to the theatre to see “White Christmas” followed by a meal afterwards.

The next meeting is “Party Time” on 11th December at 6.30pm at St David’s Hall, Nottage. Anyone wishing to join us is very welcome.

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Finance New Intestacy Rules & Christmas Swim As financial planners, we at One Life Financial Planning Ltd aim to ensure that our clients are made fully aware of all issues that may affect them or their families. Recent changes to Intestacy Rules are an example.

Radical Rule Changes: From 1 October 2014, the Inheritance and Trustees Powers Act 2014 significantly alters the way in which the assets of people who die intestate are shared among their relatives. The biggest change will affect married couples or registered civil partnerships where there are no children.

Life Interest Concept Abolished: Under the new rules, the life interest concept has been abolished with the surviving married partner receiving the first £250,000 and also half of any remainder. The children will receive half of anything above £250,000 and will have to wait until they are 18 to access any funds.

Distributing Assets Tax-Efficiently: The changes therefore highlight again how important it is to make a Will to ensure that your wishes are followed and that your assets are distributed tax-efficiently.

Christmas Day Swim: This will be the 50th anniversary of the Christmas morning swim, which starts at 11.45am. The main charities to benefit from this year’s event will be Sandville and Ty Hafan. For those interested in sponsoring the swimmers, please visit: www.christmasswim.org or come along and show your support.

As a tribute to Mr Arlon Owens (founder) and Mr David ‘Viking’ Thomas (late chairman) who used to dress as Coco the Clown and Father Christmas respectively, the organisers are asking swimmers to turn up in either fancy dress. Look out also for Victor Davies and Chris Hughes both of whom will be celebrating their 50th Swim.

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Mortgages Problems? Call Us – Any Age The mortgage market has seen a huge change this year and specialist mortgage brokers are more valuable now than ever.

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Nearly Christmas, lots of lovely food! All those freshly frozen (veg) from the summer but don’t eat too much as there is still work to be done in the garden!

It’s digging and compost spreading month, winter frosts help break down newly turned clods. But digging heavy ground is hard work, best staggered over a few sessions to save your back. In the vegetable garden the spread contents of the compost heap will be distributed by our friendly little worms to improve soil consistency.

Cut down tall rose bushes by half to prevent wind rock, the branches catch the wind like a sail and can loosen the plant.

Clean moss and lichen from paths as this is treacherous in wet weather (very slippery indeed) using a solution of household bleach will get the job done, just water it on, leave a few minutes then scrub it off – easy!

Try leaving the faded heads on your hydrangeas, they will provide frost protection to the swelling buds further down the stem.

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Our initial appointment fee when relationships turn sour. It can be extremely difficult for One of these periods is the is fi xed at £100 pluscourt VAT. This the parents to recover the payment, without lengthy start of September when the will allow you up to an hour’s proceedings. children have returned to worth of advice from one In the vast majority of cases, the main asset of a marriage is our school and matrimonial parents have home more which team of experts, whichbewill the former upon divorce must time to between sort out their personal give of you the clarity market you need in divided the parties.

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The death of a shareholder can have a major impact on any business, particularly where the company has not made plans for such an event. Shareholders may also have concerns for the welfare of beneficiaries in the event of death since beneficiaries’ interests may not align with those of the surviving shareholders, particularly where such beneficiaries lack business experience. The company will be under no obligation to provide beneficiaries with benefits and regardless of assurances fellow shareholders provide one another that beneficiaries will be looked after, if the shareholders have not made formal provisions then the worst can happen.

Further, the surviving shareholders run the risk of shares passing to someone with no interest in the company or even to another company that might then be in a position to make a takeover bid. It’s common for existing shareholders to want to buy the deceased’s shares and keep control of their company but very few will have the right amount of cash available at the right time.

What is a Cross Option Agreement?

The principles are simple: each shareholder agrees that upon his death his fellow shareholders have the option to buy his shares (and sometimes those of his spouse) usually at market value (‘a call option’) and that his personal representatives have the option to sell his shares (and sometimes those of his spouse) to the continuing shareholders (‘a put option.’)

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Some businesses may turn to their bankers seeking funds to purchase the deceased shareholder’s shares but many will have existing loans that would rule out further advances and, further, a crisis such as the death of a senior colleague can create uncertainty and make banks reluctant to lend.

Cross options give the surviving shareholders the option to buy the deceased shareholder’s shares and give his personal representatives the option to sell those shares to the continuing shareholders, the purchase price being funded by life assurance policies taken out by the shareholders and held in trust for the other shareholders to pay for the deceased’s shares under the put and call options.

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By structuring the transfer of shares in this way it’s possible to ensure that the deceased’s shares qualify for business property relief whilst the proceeds of the insurance policy fall outside the deceased’s estate and are not subject to inheritance tax.

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Health Autumn Rugby Internationals

What’s Lurking In Our Food?

I absolutely love the Autumn Rugby Internationals. What a game and what an occasion! I am sure after watching the match, you and friends have sat and analysed the game from various perspectives. After watching the frantic display of electrifying pace, you probably came to the same conclusion as I have. The spectacle of rugby wasn’t a true representation of the score line. Mind boggling. The constructs that we measure such as missed tackles, running speed, passes dropped etc only give an indication of what actually happened in the flow of that great game. The flow we call the ‘truth’. We love to argue about ‘truth’.

That same principle is exactly what meditation is all about. Yes – you have all the constructs that fall around this misrepresented theme. Pictures of people chanting; fingers together doing ‘OM’.

Be under no illusions, that is not meditation. What you’re seeing is the constructs of meditation. The meditator is exactly the same as you. Watching the flow, watching the change. You call it rugby. The meditator calls it life. What is interesting is how we constantly assume that by controlling all the variables, this will lead to us winning. Those bloody Australians still seem to beat us! Merry Christmas from everyone at Bridgend Meditation Community.

Neville Evans

Arsenic may be something you think you last encountered in an Agatha Christie plot, but, in fact, the deadly poison can be found all around us, including on our plates.

A Channel 4 Dispatches investigation has revealed that many popular rice products — including Kellogg’s Rice Krispies, Cheerios and some baby food may contain potentially dangerous levels of the contaminant.

This is because rice is grown in flooded conditions in countries such as India and Bangladesh. The water causes the arsenic that is usually locked up in the soil to be released and this is then absorbed in the rice. While there are strict regulations for levels of arsenic in drinking water, there are none for food. And though levels in rice aren’t toxic in the short term, no research on longtern exposure has been done.

The best variety of rice to choose is basmati, which absorbs less arsenic from the soil.

It is also possible to remove 80 per cent of arsenic from rice in the cooking process. The key is to rinse thoroughly before cooking, to boil it in the largest volume of water possible (which allows the poison to leach out) and to rinse it again in boiling water after cooking.

Scarily, however, arsenic is not the only poison being served up in our homes. Heavy metals ranging from lead to mercury can be found in many of our favourite foods.

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POEMS Porthcawl

Porthcawl’s such beautiful place, For it sits just by the sea.

And when the sun is shining, You will see exactly what I mean.

The town has so much history, From years that have gone bye.

Buildings that once stood tall, Slowly decade and died.

The promenade it is so beautiful, A wonder just to see.

As you walk along it you will get, A whiff of the mighty sea.

The beaches are so wonderful, From Newton to Rest Bay. If you have never been to these places, Then I suggest that you visit them one day.

Porthcawl has a Pavillion That gathers in the crowds, With shows that will leave you applauding, And also laughing out loud.

The fair is also an attraction That has been here for many years.

It has bought in many a tourist.

Leaving with candy floss up to their ears.

The doughnut shop is to die for, The best in Wales some would say.

You always ask what’s the secret ingredient is and the owner tells you, That if you come back he will tell you another day.

With Newton Church still standing, Built in the 11th century, Its image alone is so prominent To Porthcawl’s history.

So what does Porthcawl mean to me?

To me it means a lot.

It has given me so many memories, That I will truly never forget.

Callum Williams Porthcawl

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Looking Forward To Christmas

Oh, how we looked forward to Christmas In those days of long, long ago Decorations and log fires and presents And yes, we did hope for the snow Too soon, it’s our turn to be Santa To provide all the presents and fun Tell our children the old Christmas story How the Child born was God’s only Son So, am I too old now for Christmas?

All the shopping and cards just a chore?

No, I’m still looking forward to Christmas For the meaning’s become so much more So come, let’s sing carols at Christmas And join in the parties and fun And remember the Christ who’s in Christmas Is still with us, God’s Holy One Pauline Lewis Porthcawl

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You Will Forever Be In Our Hearts Last night when I lay down to sleep, With tears I could not hide, Full of hurt and bitter sorrow, And a loss so deep inside.

I heard of people grieving, Full of anger and pain, Who say the loss of a partner, Can drive you insane.

The thought that you will no longer be there, With the banter you would say, Whilst the little memories of things you did, Come flooding back every day.

You know your loss is massive, And it’s hard to know where to start, Your love and memories are here for eternity, And you will forever be in our hearts.

David Boyce Brackla, Bridgend

The Good Old Day’s

Cariad, do you remember,1958, that September. We’d travel to Barry or Porthcawl, along sandy beaches, kicking a ball. Stop for an ice cream along the way, we were so happy, out for the day.

We’d search in the rocks on Rest bay for crabs, then in the pools for little dabs.

We’d laze on the beach for hours and hours, making sand castles decorated with flowers. Then to the dunes where we’d put on our cosies, chase in the surf, little care or worries. Shiver and shake under a towel, then a cup of broth, to us that’s cawl.

Then Mam and Tad would call us over, time to go home now kids, our day out’s over. Until next year when summers hot, but for now, it’s back to Splott.

In the back of the car we’d sing out loud, bye bye seaside we’ll be back we vowed.

Back to Splott still on a high, we’d stop at the caf, and have a Clarks pie.

Those day’s were great with you as a mate, I often wondered looking back to ask for a date. You’ve moved on now for the better, I hope you remember reading this letter, how close we were my love, my turtle dove. The apple of my eye.

Rob Morse Porthcawl

Ultimate Sacrifice

Beneath fields in foreign lands were poppies grow.

They gave up their lives for people, country, King.

Millions of young men lie sleeping beneath the snow.

As for reward they expected not one thing.

Those brave loyal soldiers, sailors: and airmen.

Not for them to wives, parents, nor family: return.

Whose lives ended so abruptly! Rest in Peace Amen.

Nor even their poor ashes over mantles in an urn.

They are gone but not forgotten, alive in memory.

For those who return from battle lucky to survive.

Remember those, who forever lie across the sea.

Whose scars no longer visible; to forget, they strive.

Their comrades in arms they are proud to have met.

The sacrifice of the fallen they will never forget.

Bridie Banwell Bridgend

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Books New books at Porthcawl library NON FICTION

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Danny Baker Going Off Alarming

Victoria Hislop Sunrise

Tony Benn A Blaze of Autumn Sunshine

Martina Cole The Good Life

Nicole Cooke The Breakaway

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Nick Davies Hack Attack: how the truth caught up with Rupert Murdoch

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Damien Lewis Judy A Dog in a Million Paul Merton Only When I Laugh Graham Norton The Life and Loves of a He Devil Nick Page Jesus

John Grisham Gray Mountain Rachel Joyce The Love Song of Miss Queenie Hennessy Andy McNab For Valour David Nicholls Us Danielle Steel Pegusus

Katie Piper Beautiful Ever After Katie Price Love, Lipstick and Lies

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In December we are launching Bridgend’s Big Read an opportunity to read lots of books you’ve always meant to. We’ve compiled a list of 100 books that we think everyone should read but you will be able to vote for your favourites and see what everyone else thinks.

We will be closed at 1pm on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, and on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New year’s Day but open as normal between Christmas and New Year.

Happy Christmas and hope to see you in the New Year if not before..

Elaine Winstanley Porthcawl Library: Tel: 01656 754845 Email: porthcawllib@bridgend.gov.uk

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BOOK OF THE MONTH Sunrise by Victoria Hislop For lovers of The Island a fascinating look at the recent history of Cyprus. In the summer of 1972, Famagusta in Cyprus is the most desirable resort in the Mediterranean, a city bathed in the glow of good fortune. An ambitious couple are about to open the island’s most spectacular hotel, where Greek and Turkish Cypriots work in harmony. But beneath the city’s façade of glamour and success, tension is building.

When a Greek coup plunges the island into chaos, Cyprus faces a disastrous conflict. Turkey invades to protect the Turkish Cypriot minority, and Famagusta is shelled. Forty thousand people seize their most precious possessions and flee from the advancing soldiers. In the deserted city, just two families remain…

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Arts Porthcawl Male Choir News

Cor Bro Ogwr Christmas Concert

The Porthcawl Male Choir has continued to be busy since their return from Penzance. They were present at the reopening of the ‘Hope Chapel’ in Porthcawl where they entertained the guests with a short medley of songs. It was nice to see the result of all the renovation work that had taken place.

The Choir was then invited to be part of Porthcawl chorister Vivian Griffiths’ ‘Perfect Day’ video production. The Choir was filmed at the Grand Pavilion Porthcawl and on the seafront outside the ‘High Tide’ sing as part of Viv’s Perfect day. We look forward to watching the completed film.

The Choir was also very pleased to open the Porthcawl Royal British Legion Concert - Drumhead Service at the Grand Pavilion on Friday 7th November and to sing with the audience during the Drumhead Service.

And as always the Choir took part in the Remembrance Service at All Saints Church on Sunday the 9th November. The Church was packed full.

Ray Street, Secretary Porthcawl Male Choir

Put the date in your diary now for a ‘magnificent’ evening of music to start the festive season. Cor Bro Ogwr’s answer to Gareth Malone - new conductor Nick Bromilow, has been cracking the choral whip as we prepare for our concert. This will be his first concert with Cor Bro Ogwr, so we are keen to see a full house on the night.

It’s a varied programme, showcasing the versatility of the choir in tackling challenging choral pieces - in this case, John Rutter’s ‘Magnificat’ - but also enjoying Christmas carols, some old, some new, some Welsh, and excerpts from Handel’s ‘Messiah.’ The programme contains something for all tastes.

The orchestra will be The British Sinfonietta, with whom the choir has developed an excellent working relationship. Our soprano soloist is Jessica Robinson and our accompanist is Glenn Crooks, who will be performing in his own concert in January, together with our conductor Nick who will be playing the French Horn. More about that later!

The Concert is at All Saints’ Church Porthcawl, on Saturday 13th December at 7.30pm. Tickets are £10 at the door, from choristers or tel. 01656 653326. www.cor-bro-ogwr.com Dominique Spearey

And Then There Were Twelve The Dutch city of ‘s-Hertogenbosch has shown eternal gratitude to the 53rd Welsh Division which relieved it from German occupation exactly 70 years ago. The action was not without cost as 146 British servicemen lost their lives in the assault, plus many more were wounded. Each year, the City has invited surviving liberators to attend its Commemoration at its Welsh Memorial.

The passing of time has seen survivors reduce to twelve in number, all of whom were present this week aged between 89 and 98 years young. Liberators and their fallen colleagues are revered in this lovely city and in their presence, Bridgend Male Choir, was humbled as were principal guests Sir Geoffrey Adams (British Ambassador); Jane Hutt (Welsh Assembly Minister); Cllr Margaret Jones (Lord Mayor of Cardiff) and representatives of the Armed Services & host city.

The singing part of the Tour was a huge success, with an 800 seat sell out concert at the Jheronimus Bosch Centre; “a capella” performance at St. Jan’s Cathedral; social performance at the De Taling Nursing Home; commemorative singing of Mansions of the Lord and Hen Wlad Fy’n Hadau at the Menin Gate, Ypres and any amount of impromptu tunes at various venues.

David T Burt, Media Officer

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Art In Focus Artes Mundi 6 is currently on at the National Museum Cardiff, Chapter and Ffotogallery featuring work from 9 artists that were shortlisted from over 800 international nominations.

Whilst there is no single overarching theme, at the heart of Artes Mundi is a desire to present art which directly engages with people’s lives and with what it means to be human, exploring social themes from across the globe, but which also resonate locally and touch all our lives.

Come and experience Carlos Bunga’s site specific and temporary installation whereby he explores his own personal response to the space he has been given to exhibit in: the overall effect is cathedral like and feels spiritually uplifting whilst listening to Theaster Gates sensory relationship with our belief systems in the neighbouring gallery. You can purchase your very own chocolate busts produced by one of the many poverty stricken cocoa plant workers in The Congo. Although the smell in this gallery is delicious there is a serious message behind the display.

Come and find out why.

A panel of independent judges will award one of the artists £40,000 on January 22nd 2015. For more information email: josephinelewington@yahoo.co.uk Josephine Lewington MA Deadline date for the January 2015 issue is the 10th December

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Arts Stag’s World of Rock

Pyle & Porthcawl Photographic Society

Well, it’s that time of the year again and my tree’s already up.

I see Porthcawl Town Council wanted a famous celebrity from the pop/film world to turn the Christmas lights on, but sadly I had to turn them down so they hired some chap dressed in red with a white beard for the job, ho ho! Good to see The Farmers in Nottage running a Thursday Acoustic Night and bands on the weekend, while Zoe at The Swan is also supporting regular music.

Also best of luck to The Seagull after their refit!

Top guitarist Phil Walters has left The Guzzards, and singer Mark told me they’ll carry on as a three-piece. The Cover Sluts have a side project called Last Flight To Pluto and will have an album called See You At The End released soon. Bridgend’s Funeral For A Friend also has a new CD out – check their website for details.

Thanks for all my birthday cards, I’ll give my local postman Richie a Christmas tip - don’t talk to strangers. Haven’t heard from Steve Strange so will try and track him down for next month’s column. Finally cheers to Mat at Seaside News for giving local music a voice, my minders (you know who they are) for keeping me sane, and to all of you who contact me with the latest music news. Merry Christmas to one and all.

Stag Marks 07549 728356

We’ve had some excellent presentations so far this season, as well as a brilliant Studio Evening with the superb Melissa Roundtree as our model. We also held our annual Dennis Lines Memorial Trophy Competition. Each member could enter up to four images, which could be Digital Images or Prints in any combination. Tim Fearnside judged the competition, and not only awarded the points, but also provided a critique on each image.

It was a very close fought competition and three images attained the top mark of 20 points; “Boulders” by Geoff Baker, “Young Oaks in the Fog” by Richard Craze and “Jay Feeding in the Rain”

by Glyn Edmunds. There could only be one winner, so after much deliberation first place was awarded to Richard Craze for “Young Oaks in the Fog”, with Geoff Baker and Glyn Edmunds therefore sharing second place. Five images achieved 19 points, two from Trevor Owen and one each from Martyn Derbyshire, John Corcoran and Glyn Edmunds, who all share third place.

Congratulations to Richard for winning the competition.

Our programme is available at www.pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk Come and join us on Thursday evenings at 7:30pm in the Glamorgan Holiday Hotel, Porthcawl.

Glyn Edmunds Social and Publicity Officer T: 01656 772831 E: publicity.officer@pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk

Deadline date for the January issue is: Wednesday 10th December

A Film Maker’s Point of View Many of us have an ambition to achieve a certain thing when we’re young, and sometimes we’re lucky enough to reach that objective. I always wanted to be a film maker and cameraman.

But when I left school in the 1970s, the future seemed unsure for I had a previously-held and unfulfilled aim in life and a deep sense of anger that the educational system at that time seemed to have let me down. So I wrote a book about it, which I started whilst I was still there, and dreamed up three characters, Miles, Brian and Dave, who became drop-outs and whose main purpose in life was to do as little as possible. It was, in fact, a satire on the way I saw the system working – or not working – for it appeared to be chaotic and dysfunctional.

“Free and Easy” was eventually published in 2008, and now it’s also available on Kindle. Having worked as a film producer for twenty-five years, I can see its potential in providing a nostalgic and anarchic view of those days now forty years ago, but my background is in documentaries so I think it will need a bigger company than mine to get it off the ground. Read the book and see what you think.

Anthony Hontoir Downwood Film Productions Tel: 01656 771775 Seaside News | 54

Hi There From The Acoustic Club After a fabulous year, finishing up with the Wiyos’s on 19th November, we have seen a varied and talented programme of musicians, from Jelly Roll Jones, Amy Wadge (who is currently enjoying her success in co-writing with Ed Sheeran!), Pete Riley, The Parcel of Rogues, Woody Mann, our great favourite Shootin the Crow, and Blind River Scare.

We are taking a break over Christmas, but return on 9th January with the Rumblestrutters, who are purveyors of fine Jazz and Blues from the prohibition era, with a touch of Memphis jug band, and Leadbelly, to name but a few. We look forward to seeing you there, and wish you all a Merry Christmas.

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What’s On

To avoid disappointment, please check with event/class organisers before going along.

SCOPE’s Community Companions Activity Café Schedule

for December held at The Talbot Community Centre 9 Prince Road Kenfig Hill, CF33 6ED. Christmas Fayre 4th December from 11-4pm. We will have a variety of craft and Christmas gift stalls, cake and refreshments stalls, tombola, raffle, Christmas craft activities to join in with, guess the weight of the Christmas Cake plus festive fairground games and much more. Free entry.

Christmas Lunch 11th December, plus festive balloon modeling and raffle 10am-2pm.

Christmas Party 18th December - Mince pies and mulled wine, plus carol singing and festive games 10am-2pm.

Come along for a cuppa and a chat, and join in with the fun festive activities and find out about our befriending project for over 50’s and drop in Activity Café.

For further info contact Donna Akdemir-Young T: 07990 583 822 email: donna.akdemiryoung@scope.org.uk Thursday 4th December

CROSSROADS CARE BRIDGEND CHRISTMAS SOCIAL

At 7.30pm in the Hi Tide Inn, Mackworth Road, Porthcawl.

Heather Jones, well known singer, will be performing mixture of folk and Christmas songs. Huge raffle and “100 Club” prize draw.

Tickets £8, including mince pie and glass wine or juice.

Phone 784100 for tickets or email bridgend.county@crossroads. org.uk

Tuesday 9th December

PRE-CHRISTMAS FESTIVE FROCK SWAPPING PARTY

7.30pm, in The Green Room (above SUSSED). Sustainable Wales have organized another chance for a timely pre-Christmas clearout.

Bring only good quality clothes, shoes, accessories and jewellery.

Men’s clothes and children’s clothes are also welcome. 1 item =1swap, 2 items = 2 swaps etc. Entry £3.00 - BYOB refreshments available.

Everyone welcome. For more info check www.sustainablewales. org.uk or Tel:01656 783962 Friday 26th December

PORTHCAWL LIONS BOXING DAY FUN RUN

Porthcawl Lions are organising their annual Boxing Day Fun Run as usual this year. The event starts and finishes at the HiTide, Mackworth Road and the route is to The Rest and back.

The run starts at 11.00am but entrants are asked to register by 10.30am at the latest. The entry fee is £5.00 for adults and £1.00 for under 18’s and all the money will go to (mainly local) charities. There is a medal for everyone who finishes as well as a trophy for the winner of each category but you don’t have to be competitive to take part; club runners, joggers, walkers of all ages, even babies in prams and dogs can enjoy the exercise and fresh air. To find out more, or pre-register visit the website porthcawllions.org.uk

Friday 5th December

PORTHCAWL MUSEUM CHRISTMAS COFFEE MORNING

Please join us for tea/coffee and homemade mince pies at the Y Centre, John Street, Porthcawl from 10.30am to 12pm. Entrance £1.20 at the door. Also, there will be a raffle and tombola. We will have a scanner available to copy any photos, letters or documents that you might like to add to the National Library of Wales’ People’s Collection Wales website, which is making the history of Wales available to a wider public.

Please visit our website at http://www.porthcawlandthegreatwar. com/

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PORTHCAWL TENOVUS CHRISTMAS FAYRE

@ Porthcawl YMCA on John Street from 10am-4pm. Admission is £1 to include a cup of tea or coffee & a mince pie. There will be lots of stalls and Santa will be there too. All monies raised to go towards projects Tenovus are involved with including our new ‘Manvan’ which is a mobile unit giving help and advice in the community concerning male cancer awareness. Email: pattiaspey@hotmail.co.uk Saturday 6th December

A CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS

By Porthcawl Choral Society, with conductor Thomas Morgan and harpist Angharad Edwards. At All Saints Church, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl - 7.30pm. Tickets £6.50 (under 18s free) at door or from choir members. Tel 01656 784211.

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A Message From Widow Twankey Hello there panto go-ers - Widow Twankey here! It has been a long year and many weeks since our last panto, and these have taken their toll on my figure.

So, with just a few weeks to go until the start of rehearsals, my exercise regime is now in full swing. When panto starts again in December, we will be doing two shows a day and having a sherry or three in the evening so it takes plenty of stamina and staying power to make it through the run.

My physical routine is quite demanding; As you know I take washing in. My laundry is the busiest in Peking.

I’m on the go all day and on my knees by bedtime, I pray that, some day, my boys will become a bit more useful than a chocolate teapot.

Never mind! I should be ready for the start of rehearsals in December.

Well, I best be off, I see there are more shorts to starch…

Till next time …but come and see me, my darlings at the Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl from Friday 12th December – Sunday 4th January. Call my box office girls on 01656 815995.

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What’s On FREE BODY BY VI WEIGHT LOSS SESSION, PORTHCAWL & BRIDGEND be challenged to lose ten pounds of fat, or gain ten pounds of lean muscle. Meetings at your convenience, Mon-Sun, call Chris on 07766130689 www.bbvwales.bodybyvi.com

Monday A TASTE OF YOGA, PORTHCAWL For all ages and abilities. 1.30-3pm at Stella Maris Catholic Church Hall New Road Porthcawl.For more information contact Angela Rock 07980 936198 or Email: angelarock11@hotmail.com Children’s Swimming Lessons, Bridgend @ Heronsbridge School Pool.

5–7.30pm. Also on Tuesdays & Saturdays. Contact Anne: 01656 772725, email: swimschoolwales@ yahoo.co.uk LIGHTERLIFE, BRIDGEND & LLANTRISANT Award Winning LighterLife weight loss programme since 1990. For those with a stone or more to lose and who want to keep it off. Time to reshape your future. FREE info session today 6.30pm - to find out more contact Claire 01656 720717. Email claire.warren@ lighterlifecounsellor.com MONKEY MUSIC. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers aged from 3 months to 4 years. First class FREE. Monday @ Heronston Hotel, Bridgend. Please book before attending. Other venues and days available. Contact Emma 01656 649190, vale.Bridgend@ monkeymusic.co.uk, www. monkeymusic.co.uk OnitSports Winter Turbo Class, Porthcawl Structured turbo sessions @ Newton Institute 7-8pm. £5 with your own turbo or £10 with turbo supplied.

Limited spaces call 01656 857202 to book.

PORTHCAWL CHORAL SOCIETY PRACTICE @ Trinity Church 7.15–9.15pm. Mixed voice choir. New members welcome. 01656 784211 PORTHCAWL GYMNASTICS (TERM TIME ONLY) are now running their classes at The Community Sports Hall, Park Ave. Please email me for information on: porthcawl.gymnastics@gmail.com Slimming World, Porthcawl @ Gilgal Church Hall, Woodland Ave, Porthcawl. 5.30pm. Tel Bev: 07912 172674 ZUMBA & PILATES / YOGA, PORTHCAWL Zumba 6.30pm, Pilates/Yoga 7.30pm @ The Y Centre. 12 yrs upwards for info and other classes facebook Porthcawl Fitness Classes or call Hannah Bowen 07886 487853 Qualified/Licenced Instructor.

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ADULT AQUA FIT CLASS, PORTHCAWL Splashland, Trecco Bay Holiday Park. Starts 7pm School Term times only. Last class: 9th December 2014 (while pool closed for annual maintenance). Class resumes: 3rd March 2015. Call Diane: 07966 529417

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

A TASTE OF YOGA, PORTHCAWL For all ages and abilities. 6.30- 8pm at Stella Maris Catholic Church Hall New Road Porthcawl. For more information contact Angela Rock 07980 936198 or Email: angelarock11@hotmail.com FIRST AID (ST JOHN CYMRU) We meet at Trinity Church, Porthcawl. Badgers and Cadets 6-7.30pm. Adults Training 7.30-9pm contact Rachel, email ral73@ymail. com FRESH START BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Second Tuesday of each month At the Heronston Hotel, Ewenny Rd Bridgend 10.3012.00. For more info contact Sue 01656 653509 HATHA YOGA CLASS @ the YMCA on John Street, Porthcawl. Mixed ability class, so all levels welcome. 10–11.30am. For more info contact Michele 07793 544 956 email: mail@ michelelambertyoga.co.uk www. michelelambertyoga.co.uk KOREAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL TANG SOO DO @ All Saints Church hall, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl.

Martial arts for the whole family.

Tiger Tots: 4–6yrs: 6–6.30pm; Dragons: 7–12 yrs 6.30–7.30pm; Adults: 13yrs+: 7.30–8.30pm. Tel 07788 482450 email: porthcawltangsoodo@sky.com Website : www.traditionaltsdfed.org Also on Fridays.

Monkey Music.

Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers aged from 3 months to 4 years. First class FREE. Tuesday @ Bridgend ‘Halo’ Life Centre, Bridgend. Please book before attending. Other venues and days available. Contact Emma 01656 649190, vale.Bridgend@ monkeymusic.co.uk, www. monkeymusic.co.uk Porthcawl Music Society (CLASSICAL) Every 2nd & 4th Tues of the month. 2pm @ Brentwood Hotel, Porthcawl. New members welcome. Secretary, Jean Ball: 01656 782917 SING & SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @Awel Y Mor, Porthcawl. Stage 1, 2 & Babes 9.45am - 1.00pm For more information or to book please contact Beverley on 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@ singandsign.co.uk www.singandsign. co.uk

COR BRO OGWR, BRIDGEND Mixed choir @ Tabernacl Church, Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–9pm. All welcome. 01656 784180. www.CorBro-Ogwr.com DRU YOGA, PORTHCAWL With experienced teacher Linda Griffiths. Nottage Scouts Hall, Porthcawl 8pm til 9.30pm - 1hr class followed by 30 mins of relaxation (equivalent to 4 hours of deep sleep) Please bring water, mat / towel and a blanket. Facebook Dru Yoga Porthcawl or call Linda 01656 717332 or 07795 577404.

LIGHTERLIFE, BRIDGEND & LLANTRISANT Award Winning LighterLife weight loss programme since 1990. For those with a stone or more to lose and who want to keep it off. Time to reshape your future. FREE info session today at 12 noon - to find out more contact Claire 01656 720717. Email claire.warren@ lighterlifecounsellor.com

BRIDGEND STAMP & POST CARD SOCIETY Why not start a new hobby or revive an old one? Displays, sales, speakers.

All levels welcome. 7.30Pm, 2nd and 4th Thursday every month. Gospel Hall, Oddfellows St., Bridgend. Tel Maureen on 01656 653753 for more information.

BRIDGEND SUGARCRAFT CLUB 1st Thurs each month 7-9.30pm at Miners Welfare Hall, Heol Y Groes, Pencoed. Demonstrations/ workshops and more. All Welcome. Members £3, visitors and non-members £5. Follow us on Facebook. Contact Lynne bridgendsugarcraftclub@gmail.com COOLKIDS COMPUTING, PORTHCAWL @ WEST PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL. Creative technology based activities for children! We run classes during term-time, 3.30 - 4.30 pm. Contact Sion on 01656 772560 / 07719 730779 or email coolkidscomputing@gmail.com to book your place. We also run holiday clubs, birthday parties and weekend workshops. Visit our website www.coolkidscomputing. com

Oil painting classes, Porthcawl 10-12 noon, Y Centre, John St, Porthcawl. Techniques properly taught by demonstrations. Materials available. Limited spaces, contact Derek 01656 857106 / 07717 948781.

LIGHTERLIFE, BRIDGEND & LLANTRISANT Award Winning LighterLife weight loss programme since 1990. For those with a stone or more to lose and who want to keep it off. Time to reshape your future. FREE info session today 8.15pm - to find out more contact Claire 01656 720717. Email claire.warren@ lighterlifecounsellor.com

Monkey Music. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers aged from 3 months to 4 years. First class FREE. Wednesday @ Bridgend ‘Halo’ Life Centre, Bridgend. Please book before attending. Other venues and days available. Contact Emma 01656 649190, vale.

Bridgend@monkeymusic.co.uk, www.monkeymusic.co.uk

MID GLAMORGAN MIXED CHOIR, PENCOED 7:15-9:15pm Rehearsals take place in the Bowl’s Pavilion, Pencoed.

We are a friendly choir of mixed ages and abilities. New members warmly welcomed! Contact us on 0786 6810579 or email us at midglamorganmixedchoir@outlook. com

PORTHCAWL FLORAL ARRANGEMENT SOCIETY Interested in becoming a flower arranger? Alternate Wednesdays at Awel-Mor Centre, Porthcawl. Doors open at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 785388 SLIMTONE SLIMMING CLASS, PYLE 9.30-10.30am at Cwrt Anghorfa (next to the Tap public house). Contact Marie on 01656 870339 for further information.

Thursday BRIDGEND MALE CHOIR Choir Practice, 7.30 – 9.30 pm at Oldcastle Primary School, South Street, Bridgend. Contact G Reese T.07773 170373 or www. bridgendmalechoir.co.uk Winners 2014 Llangollen Eisteddfod Male Choir Competition. New choristers and visitors to the area welcome – again contact G Reese or website to arrange. Motto – “Friendship through Music”.

MONKEY MUSIC. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers aged from 3 months to 4 years. First class FREE. Thursday @ BCLC, Cefn Cribwr.

Please book before attending.

Other venues and days available.

Contact Emma 01656 649190, vale.

Bridgend@monkeymusic.co.uk, www.monkeymusic.co.uk OnitSports Winter Turbo Class, Porthcawl Structured turbo sessions @ Newton Institute 8-9pm. £5 with your own turbo or £10 with turbo supplied. Limited spaces call 01656 857202 to book.

PYLE & PORTHCAWL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY MEETING @ the Glamorgan Holiday Hotel, The Square, Porthcawl CF36 3BW at 7.15pm. Diverse range of photography related activities. Call Glyn on 01656 772831 (publicity. officer@pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk), or www.pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk

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MH CARPET FITTING (Martin Hanover) SlimTONE SLIMMING CLASS, PortCAWL 10–11am at the Y Centre Porthcawl. Contact Marie on 01656 870339 for further information

Friday COOLKIDS COMPUTING, PORTHCAWL @ NOTTAGE PRIMARY SCHOOL. Creative technology based activities for children! We run classes during term-time, 3.30 4.30 pm. Contact Sion on 01656 772560 / 07719 730779 or email coolkidscomputing@gmail.com to book your place. We also run holiday clubs, birthday parties and weekend workshops. Visit our website www.coolkidscomputing. com KOREAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL TANG SOO DO @ All Saints Church Hall, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl.

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Bridgend@monkeymusic.co.uk, www.monkeymusic.co.uk PORTHCAWL GYMNASTICS (TERM TIME ONLY) are now running their classes at The Community Sports Hall, Park Ave. Please email me for information on: porthcawl.gymnastics@gmail.com PORTHCAWL SHOUT FREE FORUM Free forum on first Friday of the month to express all your concerns with Porthcawl Shout - a non political voluntary organisation. @ Trinity Church, Porthcawl at 2pm.

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Sport Porthcawl Surf Report

Countdown To 50th Anniversary Swim

It has been an incredible autumn and early winter for waves.

Local waters have held on to the relative warmth of summer, after a season where sea temps were high anyway. This has given us a stormy Atlantic, beyond what we’d normally expect.

Swells have had winter power since October, but the best of it was saved for when the wind dropped on the weekend of the Welsh Coast Surf Club championships in mid November. Being hailed by many as the best waves ever seen for a surf contest in Porthcawl, credit has to go to authoritarian director Bob Blythe for making the ambitious call. Running heats when the waves are this good is no mean feat as everyone wants to be out there instead. In the end, though, the result was one of the best events in memory. Contestants’ motivation was simply to surf again!

Highlights included Vice Chairman Steve Horn’s now famous wipeout and a stunning longboard performance by both Sam Moore and George Schofield. In the end everyone had ripped, with a handful capping their Saturday with titles (results below).

That left all of us free to finish off what was left of the shoulders on Sunday, when incredible conditions meant that by dark the word ‘epic’ was on everyone’s lips, among other hyperbole. If all autumns, and all club contests, were held in conditions like this Wales would have a new national sport in no time. Maybe it’s better that we have to wait for it though - who knows...

See you in the water.

Porthcawl Christmas Morning Swim organisers welcome you to celebrate their 50th anniversary. Swimmers from New Zealand, Australia and South Africa and many locals have already registered their commitment to swim.

Swimmers can make a difference, financially, to our two main charities - Ty Hafan and Sandville Self Help Group, by raising money through the ‘Swim’s’ official sponsorship - forms are available locally and via our website, www. christmasswim.org Owen Richards, grandson of founder member Arlon Owens, commented, “we encourage people to register online and view our donating processes. The Swim has grown considerably since my grandfather and his friends braved the sea on Christmas morning back in 1965. He always dressed up as Coco the clown, a tradition followed by his son Gareth and in memory of him and Dai Viking we are encouraging fancy dress of clowns and Vikings this year.

We are looking for helpers on Christmas morning, if you wish to volunteer please register your interest via our website”.

Swim Treasurer, Marilyn Smith said, “We thank Porthcawl Town Council, many local businesses and organisations, various individuals, the swimmers and the public for their support. We wish everyone a very happy Christmas and hope that Porthcawl will see sunshine”.

Ian Stroud

Results Open Ladies 1st Breige Lawrence 2nd Anne Gallagher 3rd Angharad John Ladies Longboard 1st Hazel Ilett 2nd Angharad John Open Shortboard 1st Max Tucker 2nd Rob Blythe 3rd Ezra Hames 4th Tom Anderson

Open Longboard 1st Steve Horn 2nd Tim Aylett 3rd George Schofield 3rd Sam Moore Junior Men 1st Logan Nicol Junior Ladies 1st Angharad John

A big thanks to Bob Blythe, Anne Webster-Blythe, Chris Jaques, Coryn Daniel, Linda Sharp, Ray Sansom, Steve Jones, Tony John, Beach Spirit, Nic Evans, Chris Page.

Tom Anderson www.welshcoastsurfclub.co.uk www.tomandersonbooks.com @WCSC_surfclub @TomAndersonBKS

Porthcawl Gymnastics (Est. 1983) A huge thank you to all gymnasts and parents who raised an amazing £3,300 from our sponsored tumble so we could buy some new apparatus. An inflatable tumble run and crash mats should be with us soon and we are all very excited. Classes are now being held on Monday and Friday evenings in the Community Sports Hall, Park Avenue, Porthcawl.

Contact Pam Hardwicke porthcawl.gymnastics@gmail.com

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SENIORS

YOUTH

06.12.14 TONMAWR (H)

06.12.14 Bryncethin (A)

20.12.14 Pyle (A)

13.12.14 Tondu (H)

2nd XV fixtures - Check Facebook

20.12.14 Round 3 Youth Cup

We would just like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year From all of us at Porthcawl RFC

New Year’s Eve Party FREE Entry

WWW.PORTHCAWLRFC.COM If you would like to become a member please call us on 01656 784242 or visit the website for further details.

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Sport

TIDE TIMES tide times

high tide: larger number (m)

Southerndown &PORTHCAWL Ogmore Surf Report

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