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FEATURES
BRIDGEND SOROPTIMISTS SUPPORT HAFAN CYMRU
On Wednesday 25th May at the Heronston Hotel, Bridgend, Sian Morgan, Chief Executive of Hafan Cymru spoke to Bridgend Soroptimists on her work with the association focusing on domestic abuse/ violence. She was Welsh Business Woman of the Year 2019. Hafan Cymru support people who find themselves in situations that mean they can’t or don’t know how to live safely. Hafan Cymru helps them find their feet, reach goals and find independence. Sometimes it’s by finding somewhere safe to live, sometimes it’s through a range of services they develop and tailor to each individual situation. Hafan Cymru work closely with what was formerly Bridgend Women’s Aid and Bridgend Soroptimists have supported the Refuge for many years and will continue to do so. All enjoyed an excellent supper and the club presented a cheque to Sian in support of Hafan Cymru. Follow Bridgend Soroptimists on www.facebook.com/ BridgendSoroptimists and the club website sigbi.org/bridgend-and-district/ New members are always welcome.
Eileen Bailey
ROTARY PORTHCAWL
Residents in Care Homes had to contend with restrictions far more onerous than most of us during the Covid pandemic. Now that the situation is less severe, Rotary Porthcawl have been pleased to restart monthly Sunday Services at Porthcawl’s Picton Court and Monkstone House. With the generous assistance of local ministers and Rotarians, the services provide an opportunity of worship on a regular basis. Many residents may have attended places of worship over many years so welcome our visits and are always very appreciative. They enjoy singing the familiar hymns, listening to the speakers and interacting with Rotarians. Soon we intend to restart our bingo and sing-along sessions at these homes – another activity that is thoroughly enjoyed by the residents!
Rtn. Laurence Chilcott
PORTHCAWL LIONS
At last our Car Boot Sales are underway again – Sunday mornings, weather permitting, at Pyle Rugby Club. Sellers £7 a pitch, please do not arrive before 8.00, and buyers donations welcome – if you park on the road please do not disturb the neighbours. We hope too to resume our Book Sales so will be happy to receive quality fiction please contact Martin on786745 By the time you read this we should have enrolled a new member and hopefully be well on the way to signing up for other keen ‘prospectives’; and if you see a lady in a particularly smart outfit she may have purchased it at our fashion evening! Also keep an eye on our website for the annual Sandcastle Competition and, probably later another Treasure Hunt, and get the Vintage Car Show date in your diaries 13th August at Pyle Rugby Club.
Andrew Collier
NCI REPORT
It’s been fairly quiet for the Watchkeepers in the tower over the last month with only a few incidents involving our crew, Milford Haven Coastguard (MHCG) and the RNLI Lifeboat. We have given assistance not only by initially identifying some issues but also providing MHCG with a valuable camera link to the coastguards aiding them in deciding which assets to task to the incidents. Let’s hope the coming month is equally quiet around our coastline. If you are looking for a good book to read either on holiday or relaxing in the garden in the sun, look no further than in front of the NCI Watchtower most weekends, depending on the weather. Our watchkeeper, Jackie and her husband are usually there between 10am and 4pm selling a selection of fiction and nonfiction books to help keep the station operational. They have already done well this year and our thanks go to them for their dedication. With these light evenings and hopefully warmer weather on the horizon, if you are thinking of making use of our lovely beaches around Porthcawl, remember that the RNLI Lifeguards only work until 6pm. Always check the tides, be aware of the local currents and stay safe.
COLIN’S LIFE IN THE NAVY
Colin joined up to become a marine engineer in the Royal Navy, leaving Boston to Plymouth to HMS RALEIGH. Because of Colin’s past experiences with car engines and seamanship, he scored high in various tests and exams and was soon promoted to Class Leader, gaining his first stripe on his uniform. He was then drafted to HMS NORFORK, D21 a brand-new County Class guided missile destroyer to its new base in Portsmouth. On completion of the sea trails, there was a commissioning ceremony where the duchess of NORFORK blessed the ship MCR. Following that NATO STANAFORLANT Sub Lieutenant HRH Prince Charles joined the ship in Gibraltar and stayed for almost a year. Earl Mountbatten came on board briefly, whilst on Board Prince Charles was given the news that his great Uncle, the abdicated King Edward had passed away in Paris. How many people can say they worked alongside Royalty and served their Country. Colin loved his time in the Royal Navy and left in August 1975 with an exemplary character rating; Colin also served his community in the Porthcawl Lions Club. On behalf of the Porthcawl Stroke Club
Barbara Matthews (Mrs)
TOOLS FOR AFRICA THROUGH CHRISTIAN EYES
Hello readers, it is time for a good sort out. We are looking for items for our Carpentry kits. Does anyone have the items in the photo? They are called Sash Clamp ends or Sash Cramp ends, they fit onto a length of wood, of any length, one either end to suit whatever needs clamping. Two sets of these go into every Carpentry kit so we get through quite a lot, the problem being they are not very common. So, please search your garage and workshop for any you can donate so we can continue sending complete carpentry kits to support projects in Africa. Other items in short supply are carpentry vices of all sizes, Record or Stanley smoothing and jackplanes. If you no longer use yours or have any tucked under the bench that you can donate we would be very pleased to hear from you. We appreciate the tools you donate - they make our job worthwhile. If it wasn’t for you we would be really bored. If you have any of these items or any carpentry tools please contact John on 01656 786367
