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Rest Bay Boardwalk Email your letters to info@seasidenews.co.uk Please supply your full name, address and phone number.

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linda edwards Dear Editor, In August 2012 Linda Edwards passed away following a long, hard fought battle against melanoma cancer.

In the early stages of the disease she was told that her only hope of survival was in a drug developed in America, but it was not available on the National Health Service and its cost would be in excess of £70,000.

Despite its prohibitive price, her family and close friends were determined to raise the money for its purchase.

As part of the fundraising programme a function was organised in Bridgend Rugby Club and the money raised at the event, coupled with other donations from raffles and table top sales realised a grand sum of £6,299.10.

Unfortunately the dreaded cancer accelerated and robbed Linda of her life at the age of 49.

The money raised is now being donated to Velindre Hospital to be channelled into mela-

We enjoyed our walk with the dog along the boardwalk at Rest Bay yesterday but were surprised that there were no dog litter bins.

In fact there were six or

Re: porthcawl's killing machines

noma research in the hope that one day a cure can be found for this most cruel of cancers.

Linda was well known in the community where she spent many years trading as Linda Florist, and despite her own illness, her desire to help other less fortunate people resulted in her opening Pencoed's first Community Shop, which distributed some £3,000 to local causes and individuals during its first year of trading.

Despite her own battle she always put others first.

In passing the cheque for £6,299.10 to Velindre Hospital, Linda's family and close friends would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who gave so readily of their time and generosity in raising the money.

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Dear Editor, I read with some concern and a little humour the letters published in the May 2013 issue, Re: Porthcawl killing machines.

It isn't just the killing of birds that upsets me it's the fact that cats will tease their victims before killing.

I am an ardent bird watcher, being a member of the British Trust for Ornithology, I record numbers of garden birds daily sending the results to BTO via the internet each Sunday.

Quite a few years ago we had the answer to cats in the garden through the Welsh

adult leaners' Week Dear Editor, The national Adult Learners' Week, 18th to 26th May, was celebrated by Porthcawl U3A with the help of the Co-operative supermarket and its helpful manager Mark Jones who allowed an in-store display for the week showing a wide variety of local learning

seven small bags on the ground dropped by walkers who had obviously failed to find anywhere to put them. It seems a shame to spoil such a beautiful walk because of a lack of bins. fRaNceS peNhale

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television gardening programme 'Clwb Garddio', when an elderly lady said I put down my "scent" then went on to explain she meant her urine, in the understanding that animals do this to mark their territory.

She also explained that it was very much diluted. We have since done this action for quite a few years, the urine can be much diluted, and it works. We have told friends who also do the same, with the same result that we have, very few cats in the garden.

I am not anti cat or any other animal, but do enjoy seeing the varied species of birds in our garden.

Ray lloyd North Cornelly

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Dear Editor, An animal to some is a creature but to us an animal is a member of the family, a character as was our Enzo, but to his family and friends Enzie Wenzie pie.

Enzo was dumped in a gym bag crawling with fleas, had suffered cat flu, and was suffocating. Due to having cat flu he was unable to make any loud vocal noise as his vocal cords were damaged. However being the optimistic soul he was still full of character, affectionate and was a magnet to everyone who met him. We decided to foster him, and he made himself straight at home with our other two cats and dog, who are also all rescued. He made such good friends with our dog Rio, we decided to adopt him.

Enzo never came home to Julian's Way, North Cornelly. We knew something was wrong. He would explore in the day, pop to our next door neighbours for a treat and a fuss, but return by 6pm to sit on his radiator bed to rule his kingdom. We put out flyers and posters offering a reward, and we can't thank Cornelly Arms and the community enough for their kinds words and support

John Street shopping area Dear Editor, Too often have I heard people moan the identity of John St as a shopping area – saying shops spring up and go again before there's any chance for them to really bed in.

Of course there are some places such as the Clock Shop that are icons of the town and a pleasure to visit any time – but in particular I've been saddened to notice the loss of the bookshop (and then the hairdressers) from the corner.

I don't know the circumstances behind either, but would

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to keep looking for Enzo. We heard a cat had been hit near Cornelly Arms but this cat was all black. However, we recently heard it was a black and white cat. If we knew he went that far be would never have been allowed out alone. Was it him? We are asking you, the public, to help. We have phoned the microchip company, animal search team, highway road, Pets at Peace and nothing. If this cat that had been killed was Enzo, where is his body?

He was microchipped and the council have to pick up these bodies, and by law dispose of them correctly at Pets at Peace.

We are desperate to know if this was him. Please help.

ANGHARAD 07969 380652 & CHRIS 07870 811720

Since we received this letter we have subsequently found out that Enzo has indeed passed away. It would appear that there is a degree of uncertainty into the whereabouts of his body, with various claims being made which we are sadly unable to verify and are therefore, unfortunately, unable to print.

All that is left is to offer our sincere condolences to Angharad & Chris. imagine at least some of the town councillors do. The profit margins, rates and lease details of that now empty building are none of our business - but the appearance presented is.

I'll keep out of the former, but do wish to ask this: does it say something about the attitudes prevalent in our town's business properties that nobody's been in to water that plant?

Something beautiful has been allowed to die slowly in full view of every visitor this spring – for want of opening and closing a lock. Sad times.

CONCERNED SHOPPER

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National honour for porthcawl comprehensive It is with great pride that we announce the regional and national success of our U14s boys’ and girls’ basketball teams.

The U14 Boys recently won the Cardiff and Vale title, but this was not the end! After a long week at school, on Friday 19th April, both teams made the long journey up to North Wales. At Bangor, both teams won their finals and are now Welsh National Champions.

My thanks to Mr Stradling (Head of PE) for his expert coaching of both teams. Our boys’ team was made up from: Morgan Carter, Bradley Clarke, Corey Dyer, Leon Evans, Euan Manley, Oliver Martin,

afon y felin News Our school extends a big warm welcome to our new pupils, you will be very happy here at Afon y Felin Primary.

Year Six recently visited Treforest to take part in the annual Crucial Crew event. The pupils are taught how to react when faced with potentially dangerous situations, by participating in simulated events.

Very valuable lessons taught in an exciting and enjoyable way.

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Ben Merchant, Matt Roberts, Joe Stradling, Ethan Waters and Gabriel Williams Rumble.

While the girls’ team included Alecia Wilson Morgan, Sarah Williams, Emily Stradling, Georgia Rose, Holly Reynolds, Lilli Furness and Lucy Edwards, with Sophie Evans on loan from Cynffig.

To conclude the sporting theme, we will be holding our Annual Golf Day at the Grove Golf Club on Wednesday 17th July. So why not put your jacket on a coat hanger, dust off your clubs, get your spikes on and join us for a most enjoyable day? If anyone would like to enter a team and support our PTA, please contact Ms C Crook on 01656 774100. aNdReW Slade

Head Teacher herbs, cauliflower, beetroot and salads. They tend it regularly on Weeding Wednesday. They also bought a new class member… Nibbles the guinea pig, Language and Play is running again, with the rising threes; it is a chance to spend quality time being creative with your child in a school environment.

Theatr na nOg are visiting the school soon, and also the Quantum Theatre are about to perform their production, 'Summer Pudding'. Sports Day is scheduled, weather permitting of course, for 4th July. aJ pRtichaRd

This month we’d like to recognise the children’s good behaviour when representing West Park.

There have been lots of occasions where the children have shown great manners in, as well as out of, school and made their teachers very proud.

Reception visited Dan Yr Ogof Caves to learn about dinosaurs and explorers. They came back filled with enthusiasm and ideas as well as the occasional roar! Our netball team travelled to Aberystwyth to compete in the Urdd Tournament.

Out of 18 teams from all over Wales, West Park came runners up. Team spirit and support was amazing - an experience the girls will never forget.

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Newton primary Hello from Newton Primary School!

You may have seen our Foundation Phase children out and about recently in the surprisingly good weather!

Nursery have been to the duck pond and beach. Reception have been out and about with “Flat Stanley” who is helping with our topic of 'journeys'.

If you see us please stop and have your photograph taken with Stanley for our scrapbook.

Year 1 and 2 are learning about Africa and are busy researching the country and its animals.

Year 3 and 4 class have been writing, making and performing their own TV adverts. Watch out for some budding directors and producers there.

lessons to our Junior pupils and our basketball team has won both their inter school matches so far. At the time of writing our cross country team are eagerly awaiting the results of the season – the commitment of our runners has been fantastic. We’d like to thank the Fire Service for teaching valuable fire safety lessons to the pupils and especially for letting the pupils try out the fire hoses!

Year 6 took part in the Crucial Crew event where they received expert advice on topics such internet safety, emergency services, road safety, anti bullying, first aid and the law. It was a massive learning experience for the children and they were a pleasure to take.

So thank you West Park pupils for being a credit to your school!

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Our Year 5 children have just returned from an exciting weekend at the Urdd Centre, Llangrannog. As well as practicing their Welsh they took part in activities such as climbing, orienteering, quad-biking, go-karting and horse riding. A weekend to remember.

Finally, we are extremely proud of our Year 6 pupils who took first, second, third prize, and a commended, in the Porthcawl Rotary Young Writers' Competition. The winning entry was Elodie Guillerm for her inspiring letter to Adolph Hitler. Second went to Carys Rosser-Stanford, third to Charlotte Liddon and Jessica Jones was highly commended. aNdReW thoRNe newtonprimary.bridgend.gov.uk

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The pupils kept a set of eggs incubated and monitored their progress daily. The moment the eggs started to hatch was captured live on webcam and there was soon a long queue of visitors outside the Year 6 classroom who were eager to meet the fluffy new arrivals!

Our Prep School pupils had the unique opportunity of a rugby coaching session with players from the Ospreys earlier this term. Scrum-half Rhys Webb and prop forward Ryan Bevington, who have both

Summer term in St. John’s School Early on this term we held our House Cross Country Competition.

It was a great event with excellent running from pupils of all ages. Pupils from Years 4-9 have also been involved in singing and performing a play about local history for the Welsh Heritage History Competition. They performed it for the competition judge and there is to be a re-run for parents and visitors. A highlight of the term so far was the Football and Magic Day organised by the Friends of St. John’s and held on the sunny May Bank Holiday Sunday. Dwight Tiendalli, defender for Swansea FC, captained a dad’s team that played matches against

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The Friends of St. Clare’s are holding their annual summer fete on Saturday 8th June.

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Before our Year 11 pupils began study leave we held a special assembly to wish them well and present them with Compact Award certificates.

Members of Porthcawl Rotary Club also attended. They received a cheque for funds raised to purchase a Literacy Box to be sent to Africa and recognised the participation of senior pupils in the Interact Club. mRS c a cliNt Headmistress 01656 783404, www. stjohnsschool-porthcawl.com

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little Wonders The summer is coming and hopefully this year we will have some good summer weather for our local walks and playtime outside.

We now have outside gazebos which will help us utilise our outdoor area to the maximum.

We also now have a mini garden whereby the children have planted seeds of flowers and vegetables so it will be interesting what germinates.

Our topic 'people who help us' for May has had the local police and the local firefighters meeting with the children which has been very exciting.

The children have been dressing up as nurses, doctors, police officers and firefighters and they have also been participating in road safety activities.

Our topic now for June is 'mini beasts', the life cycle and habitats of butterflies, frogs etc with visits planned to the local garden centre and frog pond, weather permitting.

Our preschooler leavers will be having a graduation certificates and we wish them all the best with moving onto school.

Sweet Pea Photography are coming in June for a photo shoot of the children at affordable packages for parents.

The healthy eating programme is a great success and the children are organising a healthy eating cafe with various fruits which will also encourage the children to eat healthy.

We have been so busy we have a waiting list but there are still some available spaces for babies 6 weeks up to 18 months. Please contact Linda of Little Wonders Childcare Ltd on 01656 744739 for further details.

Nottage news As part of the Porthcawl Jazz Festival we hosted a jazz workshop for our neighbouring schools.

All the Year 6 pupils got together for a fun afternoon of music making. Thanks to the Porthcawl Jazz Society for organising such a great event.

Congratulations to Cherisse Lau and Nicola Hughes who got through to final selection for Bridgend District basketball

squad. Well done to Cherisse who has made the final squad and Nicola who is on the official reserves list.

We have a busy term ahead with Year 5 off for an activity trip to PGL in Brecon and Year 6 off to Belgium. A big thank you to the staff who give up their time to attend these residential trips.

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Bridgend Rotary club Junior quiz An exciting Quiz Competition was held at Maes yr Haul Primary School on Thursday 2nd May. Six local primary schools competed to win the Junior Quiz organised by Bridgend Rotary Club.

Ffaldau, Coychurch, Litchard, Maes yr Haul, Oldcastle and Trelales Primary Schools were each represented by four students who were tested on their general knowledge.

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cynffig news It has been another packed few weeks, and I can hardly believe that Year 11 and 13 are now starting their exams.

Recently, we held our annual Compact Ceremony, when those students received the recognition they deserve. In each year group, there is one special award for the most outstanding student of the year, and I am delighted that this year, Ben Grabham was recognised for his impressive academic and sporting ability. It was good to be able to reward someone who is so modest about his abilities. Ben will be joining our 6th Form, along with a record number of our students, which I am sure

friends turned out to support their teams and they were not disappointed by the standard of responses to the questions.

After a very close competition the Maes yr Haul team emerged victorious! The team members were Max Hemsley, Olivia Gibbs, William Hurley and James Dowie.

Bridgend Rotary would like to thank all of the schools, including pupils and teachers, who prepared for the competition.

They offered all of those present a very lively and exciting evening. Congratulations!

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Our Welsh department recently took a group of Key Stage 3 students to Llangrannog for the weekend, to support their use of the language in both formal and informal situations. It was huge fun, as I believe learning must be, and they (and their exhausted teachers!) returned full of enthusiasm for continuing to develop their spoken Welsh. As for culture, we will shortly welcome Only Men Aloud back for another inspirational visit, where they will experience the unique experience the junior version, Only Boys Aloud, can offer them. haNNah caStle

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Many of you will have seen our summer ACL Brochure, listing all the courses starting in May and June, and many will have joined one of the classes, from ‘Computers for the Terrified’ to ‘Designing your own Garden’.

If you haven’t, there’s still plenty to look out for.

We will soon be bringing you an exciting new prospectus for September. Inside you’ll find a wide range of courses and classes, delivered right across Bridgend County Borough. There are courses to suit all lifestyles and we hope you will find something to interest you, to excite you, and to entice you.

Whether you want to: • Find a job or develop your career • Enjoy new hobbies, or meet new friends

archbishop mcgrath catholic high School We are currently in the middle of GCSE, AS and Alevel examinations.

Best wishes to all our students when the results are announced in the summer. Most students continue their studies at Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School after completing their GCSEs. Best wishes to all those who are now progressing to the workplace or to Bridgend College. Please keep in touch!

Over 40 Year 7 pupils enjoyed their recent Llangrannog trip.

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A big thank you to Martin Daws, the Young People's Laureate for Wales, who delivered an inspiring poetry workshop for Year 8 pupils. We are looking forward to a future visit from Martin to work with Year 12 English Literature students.

We are also looking forward to welcoming our Year 6 pupils from our family of primary schools, who will be taking part in our planned transition events at St Fagans, and the school, before starting in September. Transition dates are: 27th June – The Welcome Mass with the Archbishop of Cardiff; 8th July – Year 6 trip to St Fagans; 9th July – Taster sessions at Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School.

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porthcawl primary School Summer finally feels like it’s arrived and we have so much to look forward to at Porthcawl Primary School.

We have so many exciting events planned for the next few months it’s hard to know where to start!

Firstly we have recently started our ‘pop in tots’ dropin sessions on Wednesday afternoons from 1.15–2.30pm.

Everyone is welcome to come along and enjoy stories, songs, crafts, games and lots more!

Also our older pupils are really busy preparing for our amazing end of year production. This year we will be putting on ‘Pirates of the Currybean’. The

ysgol y ferch o’r Sger Every Wednesday a group of about 50 children take part in the Summer Challenge as part of their training for the Saturday morning cross country competitions.

Organised by Mr Morse and supported by Mrs Dixon’s running skills, the children are aiming to run over several weeks the 15 miles distance from Corneli to Llangynwyd (the Welsh medium comprehensive). This is done in bite size distances around the all-weather surface and each child’s distance is recorded.

Kate, Martha and Connor represented the school at Margam Park recently where they met

play has lots of interesting characters such as Blunderbuss, Bilge and Barnacles and our pupils are hard at work practising for the big performance.

Our PTA have also organised our first ever School Promenade for our Year 6 pupils.

Lots of hard work has already gone into what promises to be a night to remember!

On top of all this we also have: sports day; trips to Caerphilly Castle; our Year 5 and 6 residential trip to Pendine; the summer fair (watch out for stalls run by our Year 6s!) and many more exciting events.

If you would like any more information please don’t hesitate to contact us. aNdReW Wood

Head Teacher, 01656 815660 the Children's Commissioner for Wales, Keith Towler who explained the importance of childhood safety and of children knowing their rights.

Sger’s youngest class, Dosbarth Mabon recently took parents, children and staff on a trip to the seaside as part of their first assembly 'Ar lan y mor'. Colourful costumes, songs and for many the first public speaking in 'Cymraeg' made this an unforgettable event.

The tag rugby competition for Years 3 and 4 at Porthcawl Rugby Club was thoroughly enjoyed by all who took part.

Skill levels increased and the children are looking forward to more fun-filled tag sessions.

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I’m really proud that our county borough schools are so committed to this cause and are helping teach mums, dads and carers a thing or two when they’re shopping!

Meanwhile, pupils at another Mynydd Cynffig Infants of our Fairtrade schools, Cefn Glas Infants also have cause With food shopping being to celebrate, after scooping a more convenient than ever National Quality Award which these days, it’s easy for young people to be unaware recognises their commitment to being a healthy school. The of the long journey much of their lunch makes before pupils have displayed a real flair for learning about physireaching their lunch tray. cal activity, health, wellbeing But that’s not the case with and hygiene. They’re great pupils at Mynydd Cynffig healthy living ambassadors in Infants, who have pledged their community. their support to the world’s poorest food producers by be- Finally, I’d like to congratucoming the county borough’s late Ysgol Y Ferch O'r Sger Corneli which is celebrating 21st Fairtrade school. its 30th birthday. Penblwydd By flying the Fairtrade flag, the children are spreading the Hapus! word that farmers in developcouNcilloR huW daVid ing countries should receive BCBC Cabinet the money they deserve for Member for their produce such as cofChildren and fee, tea, cocoa, cotton and Young People

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Recognition, finally Bridgend will benefit from queen’s Speech Measures in last month’s Queen’s Speech will help 1,370 businesses in Bridgend by cutting National Insurance contributions, introduce a flat rate pension for all and take action to tackle antisocial behaviour.

The National Insurance Contributions Bill announced by the Queen will introduce a National Insurance employment allowance of £2,000, reducing the cost of employment and supporting small businesses aspiring to grow and wanting to hire their first employee or expand their workforce.

The Anti-Social Behaviour Bill will build on the coalition government’s already impressive record on tackling crime. The number of incidents of anti-

porthcawl harbour

I recently visited Porthcawl harbour to see the work underway to excavate the old harbour bed and strengthen the sea walls.

It is the council’s intention to regenerate the harbour as a marina. These can be enjoyed by residents and tourists as well as fishermen and boat owners.

But BCBC has rowed back from plans initially discussed with boat owners. The sea wall has been reduced in size and there are also issues about what facilities are being provided and the harbour’s operating hours.

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social behaviour in the South Wales Police area fell by over 34,000 since 2010.

The Bill will end the discredited ASBOs, which became a rite of passage among some young offenders and were routinely breached by them and introduce a Community Trigger, ensuring communities can trigger investigations if they have not been dealt with properly up to that point, and a Community Remedy which will give victims of low-level crime and anti-social behaviour a say in the punishment of the offender once they’ve admitted guilt.

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ing ships for a happ’orth of tar and I am very much afraid that we could end up with a scheme that pleases nobody.

Precious little is being provided except toilets in portacabins and electrical hook ups and they are only being installed after the boat owners stumped up £10,000 themselves.

The owners of the many boats that cruise the Bristol Channel will not be attracted by a marina in name only.

I would urge the council to listen to its resident boat owners about what’s needed – after all, they have been talking to them for seven years!

A harbour masquerading as a marina will do Porthcawl’s status as a seaside resort no good at all.

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This year has witnessed two significant events that recognise the contribution of merchant seafarers to the war effort.

This year is the 70th anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic, which was the longest continuous military campaign of World War Two; 40,000 lives and 5,000 were lost in the pursuit of keeping supply lines open that also proved vital to the success of operations in North Africa and the D-Day landings. Earlier this year, a long neglected group of veterans who saw service in a different ocean has finally been recognised with a new medal, the Arctic Star. Described by Winton Churchill as ‘the worst journey in the world', the veterans of the Arctic Convoys had for a long time felt that their contribution should be recognised with a medal. 3,000 lives and 100 ships were lost;

porthcawl & Bridgend's biggest challenge

As you read this, health services in the Porthcawl and Bridgend areas will most likely be facing their biggest change in years – perhaps even since the creation of the NHS over 60 years ago.

As a response to the reduction in funding facing the NHS, directors at the four Local Health Boards across South Wales are working together to reduce the number of sites where services such as accident and emergency and neonatal are situated, and Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend may very well be one of the hospitals most affected by any changes.

men had to endure appalling weather and the constant threat from u-boats and attack from the air to deliver supplies to Russia to aid the Red Army on the Eastern Front. Veterans and their families can now apply for the Arctic Star, which finally acknowledges their contribution. More information is available through the following link http://www.veterans-uk. info/arctic_star_index.htm or by calling 08457 800 900. madeleiNe mooN mp www.madeleinemoonmp.com

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My main fears are probably the same as anyone who relies on this hospital: what will additional distances to other hospitals mean for the health of patients.

The First Minister has told me that we can expect a proposal from the LHBs very shortly, and it will go out to consultation after that. To date, it has been difficult to comment on LHBs' overall plans if they are managed on a hospital-by-hospital basis, but I am assured that this will concentrate on the South Wales Programme, as it is called.

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Thanks to the 1,200 or so households who’ve already signed up for our new green waste collection scheme.

It offers gardeners the chance to have their cuttings collected direct from the kerbside to be taken away and recycled.

Lib Dem regional AM Peter Black used his last column to claim the £27/£23 a year subscription was a ‘tax on gardeners’ and a money-making

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I've often said that regeneration comes in many forms.

Tourism plays a major role in this, so I’m really pleased that the Speedy Services Wales Senior Open is returning to Porthcawl this month.

Events such as this and next year’s Senior Open Championship at Royal Porthcawl strengthen the town’s reputation as a world-class golfing destination, and serve as a perfect opportunity for promoting the county borough and encouraging visitors and tourists to explore the local heritage coast.

They also enable us to demonstrate what we can offer new

exercise. He questioned why we’re not in a position to offer it for free.

Of course Mr Black is welcome to talk to BCBC about this anytime, but I’m surprised I need to remind him what a difficult financial position councils are in right now thanks to his coalition government.

Yes, we could introduce a ‘free’ service for all. But the real cost to this council would be an extra million a year. Would taxpayers thank us for that?

Surely it’s far more sensible to only ask those who wish to use it to pay for it? And since it’s optional, that’s hardly a tax!

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Neighbourhood policing: Nottage Your top priorities • Speeding • Burglaries • Parking Speeding – West Road

Look out for bobbies on bikes!

Huge thank you to Pyle Community Council who have donated two new police bikes to Pyle neighbourhood policing team.

As most of you are already aware Pyle PCSOs are used to patrolling the streets on bikes to provide higher visibility, faster response and aid us in catching the criminals. Unfortunately the PCSOs have not been able to utilise the bikes lately due to all the old bikes being in need of extensive repairs. These new bikes will help all PCSOs in Pyle get around

our communities to meet the communities' needs and provide an efficient and effective level service.

The current PACT priorities are: 1. ASB – Surgery, Waunbant Road 2. ASB – Pwllygath Street, Kenfig Hill 3. Scrambler annoyance – Pyle, Kenfig Hill and Cefn Cribwr.

For regular updates on actions taken on these issues and any related news please visit www. ourbobby.com for details.

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Residents are concerned with drivers not adhering to the 30mph speed limit.

You Said, We Did Speeding exercises with the following results: 16th April, 11-11.30am, one verbal warning; 23rd April, 5-5.30pm, no vehicles speeding; 5th May, 3–3.45pm, four drivers issued with warnings. Drivers warned were travelling at 36mph.

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Residents and parents are concerned by the inconsiderate parking at school times.

You Said, We Did Patrols have been carried out surrounding the school and parents have been spoken to with one being warned for parking on the grass verge causing an obstruction.

Bringing Emmaus to Porthcawl

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Parc Bridgend “Lock them up and throw away the key” is a familiar viewpoint on those who fail for a multitude of reasons to live within the law.

Not so Mrs Janet Wallsgrove who is the Director of the UK’s second largest prison and responsible for 1474 Category B adult male prisoners, juveniles and young offenders aged between 15 to 87 years who are “Guests of her Majesty” in Bridgend.

Mrs Wallsgrove, married with two children intrigued members of Porthcawl U3A with her talk on the key challenges she and her 668 staff face every day at the most advanced and complex prison in the country.

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designed for every inmate and concentrates on education and practical training.

Built under the government's Private Finance Initiative and opened in 1997, it is managed and operated by the security company G4S on a 25 year contract under Home Office inspection and supervision.

Yet there is no women’s prison anywhere in Wales.

With no anti-social behaviour tolerated HMP Parc has won many awards and obtained top grade Level 4 status for its performance and innovation. No surprise when Janet Wallsgrove outlines the commitment and dedication given by all who work there.

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We are working to bring the first Emmaus Community to Wales in the borough of Bridgend.

In the UK there are 23 communities of people living in a comfortable home, coming off benefits and working full-time, recycling donated clothes, furniture and bric-a-brac. Emmaus is an international charity which began in France in 1949 to help homeless people and is now found in 36 countries.

Emmaus is a non political, non religious organisation and communities aim to be self-sufficient after 5 years. Homeless people can stay for as long as they need. For many it is a

Burglaries

Residents are concerned by the number of burglaries in the area.

You Said, We Did Operation Bentley has continued with extra high visibility patrols being made in the area. Many people coldcalling in the area have been stopped and been issued with suitable advice.

Also as part of the operation many residents have been spoken to asking their views on cold-calling and issued with crime prevention advice.

PCSO Leighton Rees

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Our recently opened charity furniture store in New Road is a great place to find bargains and we always need furniture, useable electrical items and clothing. We need volunteers and trustees too! Call us on 01656 771555 or visit our website www.emmaussouthwales.org.uk to find out more.

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We are short of volunteers particularly at our distribution centre in Bridgend and at Pyle Warehouse. If you or anyone you know would be interested in volunteering then we would love to hear from you. You can contact us either by email bridgendfoodbank @aol.com or by telephone 01656 858713.

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Keep an eye out for the Italian Market which is set to visit the

town centre a few times over the next coming months. It’s a great chance to sample Italian cuisine and also to explore the shops located around the town centre.

The new Mayor of Porthcawl is Cllr Michael Clarke. He will be joined by the Mayoress Cllr Mrs Norah Clarke. If you would like the Mayor to attend your event please send an invitation to the Town Council Office, 24 Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl.

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Members of Y Cefn Gwyrdd took advantage of the one or two rainless days this spring to do some practical work at Waun Cimla (Bedford Park).

This involved removing tons of soil to unblock a culvert beneath the community route and repairing flood eroded steps. Great fun was had by all, squelching about in muddy, near frozen water!

But moving on to warmer topics, our summer activities start with a repeat of last year’s successful Art at the Signal Box,

500 puppies searching for a home!

when the upstairs is converted to an art gallery where Silures Art exhibit their talents. Friday 14th June sees the gallery open to local schools while the weekend public openings [10am-4pm] are augmented on Sunday afternoon by six artists from Silures who will be demonstrating various techniques ranging from felt making to lovespoon carving.

If you are interested in art, history, railways or nature you will find something to interest you at Cefn Junction.

Hopefully fine weather will accompany the Gwyrdd’s annual barbecue at Cefn Junction on 6th July and our Poetry Walk on Saturday 20th July.

During August Cefn Junction is open at weekend afternoons with a 'Rail and Retro' weekend on 17th.

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The boxes are key to the charity's fundraising efforts, as the guide dog service receives no statutory funding from the government. It costs around £50,000 to support a guide dog from birth to retirement.

Allison Charles, Guide Dogs’ community fundraiser, said: "It's fantastic to see the funds roll in from these boxes.

Clair Davies of “Working with blind and Guide Dogs Cymru with guide dog partially sighted volunteers, I puppy Sparky and one of the new see the difference a guide dog collecting boxes makes to someone's mobility and independence and every penny popped into these boxes helps.

“Just £5 a day keeps a guide Guide Dogs for the Blind are dog partnership on the road, currently seeking homes for and the new boxes look really 500 puppies! cute."

But these four-legged friends The charity is also recruitdon't require food, water, ing volunteers to empty the veterinary appointments or collecting boxes from time to grooming - they just need to time. If you are interested, or be fed with coins and emptied would like to place a Guide regularly.

Dogs box on your premises, Guide Dogs Cymru has taken delivery of a new batch of dog- contact Allison Charles on 07990 540130 or email Alshaped collecting boxes, and needs local shops and business lison.Charles@guidedogs.org.uk deBoRah ReeS to give them a home.

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Every year the Sunday Times newspaper produces a 'Rich List' of the 100 wealthiest people in the land.

This year they continued the theme with daily rich lists, for example, the richest young men/women under 30 years old, the richest football managers, the richest immigrants in the country etc.

This constant celebration of financial wealth though, has led to some interesting reactions. In the letters page, 'Barry' from Dorset, under the heading 'That's a bit rich!' asked why there was this continual focus on financial wealth alone and reminded the Times: "People can be rich in many ways". This thought was taken up by the paper's cartoonist, who drew two men sitting on a train reading. One was reading the 'Rich List' while next to him a man was reading 'The Poor But

Happy List".

Do you remember the old verse 'The Limitations of Money". It says: "Money will buy a bed but not sleep, books but not brains, food but not appetite, finery but not beauty, medicine but not health, luxury but not culture, amusement but not happiness, a crucifix but not a Saviour, a temple but not Heaven".

When I spoke on this subject in our Porthcawl church a few weeks ago I was reminded of some the words of Jesus in Matthew 16:26, "What good will it be for a man if he gains the whole world yet forfeits his soul. Or what can a man give in exchange for his soul?" The teaching of the Bible is that we can be rich in 'things' but 'poor in spirit'.

So what is the most valuable thing we can have, a big balance in the bank or a right balance in the inner life?

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School trips to the seaside, Victorian-style

Mr Lewis in 1852 and Evan Cox in 1865.

Crime visited the Guildhall school in May 1868 when a number of schoolbooks were stolen and vandalised.

The Gazette stated that the suspects had been identified and the newspaper advised them to return the books to the school.

A report, published in 1763 The following year the noted that there were Central Glamorgan Gazette sixty-seven families in the reported that scholars and Parish of Kenfig, none of friends of Pyle and Cornelly whom were dissenters and that ‘about twenty children schools had enjoyed their are taught to read and write, annual trip to Sker Rocks on Friday the 30th July. Mr are carefully instructed in Howells of Pen-y-Mynydd, the principles and doctrine Mrs Loveluck of Cornelly and of the Church of England, and brought duly to church’. Mr Morgan of Sker provided Church-led education contin- the tea and cakes while Mr ued into the 19th century and Morgan of Marlas and Mr Powell of Ty Draw transin December 1843 the Guildported the scholars in wagons hall at Kenfig was used as a to and from their destination. schoolroom by Mr Kneath, The Gazette was pleased to who paid an annual rent of add that ‘everything passed £2. The school ran until the very creditably’.

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Save morfa beach Summer is a-coming in and how better to spend a warm summer’s day than on the

mars orbiter images may show 1971 Soviet lander

While following news about Mars and the Curiosity rover, Russian citizen enthusiasts found four features in a five-year-old image from the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) that resemble four pieces of hardware from the Soviet Mars 3 mission: the parachute, heat shield, terminal retro-rocket and lander.

A follow-up image by the

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beach.

The best things in life are free, and here’s the perfect opportunity to coax those children from their Xboxes and

orbiter from April this year shows the same features. The Mars 3 lander transmitted for several seconds after landing on 21st December 1971, the first spacecraft to survive a Mars landing long enough to transmit anything. Together, this set of features and their layout on the ground provide a remarkable match to what is expected from the Mars 3 landing, but alternative explanations for the features cannot be ruled out.

In 1971, the former Soviet Union launched the Mars 2 and Mars 3 missions to Mars. Each consisted of an orbiter plus a lander. Both orbiter missions succeeded, although the surface of Mars was obscured by a planet-encircling dust storm.

The Mars 2 lander crashed.

Mars 3 became the first successful soft landing on the planet, but stopped transmitting for unknown reasons after just 14.5 seconds. cliVe doWN Bridgend Astronomical Society

iPhones to follow the public footpaths down to the sands of Sker, Kenfig and Margam. You can start from the Porthcawl end at Rest Bay, from the Port Talbot end at Longlands Lane, or from a point roughly equidistant from these locations, at Kenfig Pool.

Our photo is a reminder of the sailing ships that plied this coast. When Captain Cook sailed to Australia he called his newly discovered territory ‘New South Wales’, reputedly due to similarities he perceived with the dune system along

our coastal landscape.

Save Morfa Beach is fighting to ensure that generations to come will enjoy the same access to fresh air, heritage, and coastline that have contributed to our quality of life through the mists of time. Join us on Facebook, and/or come to one of our monthly meetings at the Twelve Knights, Margam. Help us resist Tata Steel’s proposals to interfere with these ancient rights.

Our next meeting is 24th June at 7.30pm.

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our own hearts as Emyr’s gran Betty Price is a resident here at the home. The money will go towards furnishing a caravan that LATCH has purchased for children to use for holidays.

Secondly our residents had read about the Rest Bay Lifeguards having had their ATV stolen. They were saddened to hear this could affect rescue effort and decided to donate a further £300 to this cause.

Club Captain Chris Page accepted the cheque on behalf of Rest Bay Lifeguards.

A total of £600 was donated this afternoon and I am sure you would like to join me in saying a big thank you to the residents of RMBI Albert Edward for supporting these worthwhile causes.

If you require more information or a tour of the home please contact the admin team on 01656 785311.

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Residents here at RMBI Albert Edward have been donating to the church fund for many years and supported numerous causes. This year two very deserving charities have benefited.

The first of which is the Emyr Owen Branch of LATCH. LATCH is a charity that supports the children who are receiving treatment for cancer at the Children’s Hospital for Wales and their families. Since Emyr’s death in 2009, Emyr’s mum Sandra Owen has worked hard fundraising for this great cause and she was on hand to accept the cheque for £300.

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BirdWatch: Song Thrush Song Thrush

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Song Thrushes have two to four broods every year, but only the female incubates the eggs and young.

Following fledging, the parents divide the young between them taking sole charge of those assigned to them. The male’s song is made up of a series of phrases, many of which are repeated three times, and

may contain human sounds such as alarms and telephones.

The Song Thrush is warmbrown in colour with arrow shaped spots on its front. It has a long-legged, upright stance, and is slightly smaller than a Blackbird. It is the only British species to have mastered how to crack open a snail shell. The decline of the Song Thrush began in the 1970s, dropping by 50% over 38 years. The Welsh name is Bronfraith, meaning mottled breast.

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The fully loaded container with our long term volunteers

We have been grateful to the Venables Llewelyn Masonic Lodge for their generous donation which paid for our latest shipment of carpentry and tinsmith kits destined for the impoverished Neno District of Malawi where 22 young people had completed their year-long training, thus enabling them to establish themselves in business with the support of their communities.

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Life with the Porthcawl Lions

The Rest Holiday Hotel diary This year appears to be travelling at a great speed, with June already with us and following the spell of miserable weather, I’m sure everyone is hoping for a sunny summer.

We would like to thank the brave folks who undaunted have supported our ever popular car boot sales, a special big thank you must be given to the Porthcawl Lions who support us every Sunday without fail.

Our car boots continue to run every Sunday so why not come along and enjoy a splendid day out at Rest Bay. Our vast grounds are able to accommodate a huge volume

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of cars all of which selling an incredible array of goods, it is the ideal place to pick up a bargain.

Our café/shop is open to the public every day from 9am. Everything on our menu is freshly made to order and our prices are unbelievable.

And why not take the hassle out of Sundays and book for our splendid three-course Sunday lunches at a cost of just £8.75.

With Father's Day approaching this would be the ideal treat, with the added bonus of being able to look around the stunning building.

For more information just give us a call.

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By the time you read this the Lions’ first ever Vintage Fair will be over and hopefully it will have been a great success, as was the May Fayre.

For once the weather was fine and the event was well supported by both residents and visitors who all seemed to have a very enjoyable time and helped to raise around £2,000.

This will go a long way towards the £20,000 (approximately) that Porthcawl Lions raise, on average, every year for various charities. Some of the local

chanics kit and a beehive making kit which will be loaded for Tanzania in June. We are looking to raise funds towards the cost of this shipment and will have a stall at the Lions Vintage Fair at the Rest in June.

Recycling of old tools is a by-product. Why throw away rusty tools? The steel is usually of high quality therefore screwdrivers, wrenches, chisels, pliers and files are far superior when finished than those bought in your local DIY outlets. We only send old fashioned saws because they can be sharpened!

Hammers and axes all have new handles. Obviously some tools are beyond redemption, so we regularly process our scrap.

Workshops are now on Tuesday as well as Wednesday and Thursday afternoons.

For local details or information contact John at 01656 786367 or the charity website www.tfsr.org John Hanson Tools for Self Reliance www.tfsr.org charities that have received donations in recent years are KPC Youth, Sandville, Ty Hafan, Porthcawl RNLI and various local youth group projects as well as some national and international charities.

The end of this month sees the end of the Lion year and at a Handover Lunch in the Hi-Tide Lion Laurence Pearce will take over as president from Lion Carole Roberts. All members would like to thank Carole for all her hard work and congratulate her on a very successful year.

Meanwhile the fundraising goes on and there will be the regular Sunday car boot sales at The Rest and a book sale at the Seabank Hotel on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th June, where there will be some excellent new books, mostly fiction. Please help to support these events, as usual all profits go towards deserving causes.

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The birthday meal at the Masonic Home was enjoyed by all and the choir Sounds Familiar Newton Wi gave a very good performance.

The Resolution was discussed and it was agreed that someAdam Henson thing should be done about the (on the left) decline in our high streets.

The AGM then followed with On a sunny evening Pearl the Secretary, Treasurer and welcomed us and our WI adviser Hilda Jane for attending. President giving their respective reports on the activiA few wore 'jewels' made at ties over the past eighteen the craft meeting in the Jolly months. The President Nina Sailor. We decided we would Charlesworth was not standing be sending a choir to our 90th celebrations in Cardiff featuring for committee and thanked everyone for there support Only Men Aloud.

Shirley gave a summary of the over the years. The Secretary and Treasurer were re-elected spring council meeting held and Nora Williams voted as the at the Pavilion where 93 WIs new President – good luck. attended with 643 members!

The next meeting will be held Our speaker at the meeting on Thursday 13th June when was Adam Henson from BBC's the speaker will be Mr Allan Countryfile. He was informaJones who will give a talk on tive and entertaining. Adam’s very busy as he owns Cotswold 'Wenglish'. aNN VipoNd Farm with its 3,000 acres and has television commitments.

He said big farms were not kenfig Wi always bad as people must be fed and all his animals were Our monthly meeting was treated well. He mentioned held at the Methodist Church his Highland Bull Eric who was Hall North Cornelly on Monmore famous, horny and ginger day 13th May. than he was! He concluded Having completed the formal telling us what his father had business the theme for the rest told him. A speech should be of the evening was 'Treasured like a lady's skirt, short enough Possessions'. Members were to cause interest but long invited to bring along items enough to cover the essentials. which they valued and speak Ann gave a talk on the decline to the rest of the group as to of the High St. Afterwards why they were meaningful to supper was served with Betty them. The treasures were varied giving a vote of thanks. If you as was the history surrounding would like to join us call Pearl them and everyone enjoyed 772657/Pat 788003. some interesting, emotional patRicia theodoRe and often amusing stories.

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The speaker was Mr Clive Williams on classical music illustrated on the piano. His inside stories of the great masters were fascinating and amusing and were much enjoyed. Our next meeting is on 12th June at 2pm at All Saints Church Hall when the speaker will be Mrs Barbara Miles on 'Love & Marriage'. That sounds interesting so do come and join us. doRothy thomaS

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Seven is the magic number Did you know that the pH level of your internal body fluids affects every single cell in your body?

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Vitamin C Vitamin C has been known to cure over 30 major disease for over 50 years.

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Progress takes time, unfortunately. Fresh fruit was known to cure scurvy by 1753, yet governments ignored the fact for nearly 100 years. Countless thousands died in the meantime. The 19th century doctor who first advocated washing ones hands between patients died ignored and in disgrace with the medical profession. Toxic mercury was used as medicine into the twentieth century.

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Flaming June is upon us (hopefully) and there should very little risk of frost – though these are heady days and the garden may never look better it still needs regular input!

There is still time to plant out pots and baskets - use a loam based compost it is ideal for hungry plants and is easier to water than peat based composts.

Lift spring bulbs now to make room for bedding plants, place them in a temporary home to

let them die back naturally as they carry on growing for up to 8 weeks!

Try sowing summer salad in a length of guttering to grow quick crops for a continuous supply. Plants grow much quicker in a shallow container Now is the time to gradually lower your lawn mower blades and give your lawn a decent haircut for the summer!

Did you know, in an emergency, coconut water can be substituted for blood plasma, apparently it possesses the perfect PH level and is also sterile – how nutty is that!

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cornelly horticultural Society annual Show Cornelly Horticultural Society are proud to announce their 2nd Annual Show!

Taking place on Saturday 10th August 2013 at Cornelly Community Centre. The competition is open to everyone and classes range from fruit and veg to flowers, craft, cookery, art and a children's category.

Schedules and entry forms are available from Vanessa (in the dental surgery 88 Pisgah Street, Pyle). Visitors are welcome to

‘community in Bloom’ flower display and competition Calling all gardening enthusiasts! Join in to help make Cornelly, Mawdlam and Kenfig look special this summer.

Enter a hanging basket, or a floral tub, or a window box as a resident or a business.

Judging will be during the first week in August and prize winners (small prizes) will be notified soon after.

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come along for homemade refreshments and to browse the wonderful skills on show in the many exhibits, and new this year, there will be an auction of produce after the prize giving and raffle, so you could bag yourself a local, fresh, homegrown or homemade bargain!

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local waste management business to rescue allotment charity

On Wednesday 20th March 2013 a local waste management company from Porthcawl came to the rescue of Newton Church Allotment Society.

Scott Waste Management, established since 2006, removed a staggering 18 tonnes of waste from the allotment site.

The team led by William Scott included Scott Richards and Liam Gillet. The three worked tireless with a mini digger

and dumper to clear 20 years or more of dumped waste.

During excavation even a bike, ironwork and huge amounts of general waste were unearthed.

The work was efficiently completed within a long working day not leaving until dark, using two roll on/off bins to remove vast amounts of waste.

We can now provide four new allotments to encourage and promote a healthier lifestyle through growing crops, whilst also improving accessibility for our members.

This community project would not have happened without the help and resources of Scott Waste Management. For a very reasonable fee this waste ground was revived for local people. The waste was recycled and the team effectively cleared and levelled the plots providing usable allotments.

A huge thank you to Scott Waste Management most definitely “Cheaper than a Skip". katheRiNe JoNeS Newton Church Allotment Society

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all seasons wrapped in one Dear Seaside News I have sent you a few of my poems this afternoon which I hope you will publish in the Seaside News. When I first started writing I had many published in the Cynon Valley Leader newspaper where I was living.

I am a Spiritual Poetry writer and have written 467 poems in the past 10 years since I have known I had a gift. Before the death of my Dad in 2003 I had never written any poems with such passion and context.

I have a website called www.Daveboyce. faithweb.com where the majority of my work is shown for all to read free of charge.

I have published two books in the past five years called "Beyond the Welsh Valley" and recently "Further Beyond the Welsh Valley" which are both available through Lulu.com website.

I am a Railwayman of 21 years and I have been a Guard for 10 years train driver for the past 11 years. I have also been a Special Police Constable for South Wales Police for the past 17 years now based in Bridgend as a Specials Sgt.

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Not too little No, I’m not too little, even though I’m still small I can’t ride a bike yet, and I’m not very tall I try to help Mummy while I like to play ball With my Dad, and I’m growing – I won’t always be small

Early morning it starts to rain, This slowly turns to hail and sleet.

Puddles become deep and cold, Crunching right beneath our feet.

To the left we have black rain clouds, To the right the sun is so intense, In the middle there are grey hazy clouds, Just sitting on the fence.

But I’m not too little to bring Jesus my praise I can clap, I can dance and be happy always For he welcomed us children, let us climb on his knee And he told all his friends, They’re belonging to me.

The trees just swaying slightly, From the winds drawing bye right now.

Yet the sun shines so brightly, We need sun glasses for our eyes.

The grey and white clouds mingle, Overshadowing the bright sun.

The spurt of brightness tries to shine through, As the grey clouds become one.

And when, in the temple, we sang out with glee Hosanna to Jesus, as happy as could be And those proud men told Jesus, Just send them away Jesus answered, I will not. God delights in their praise

Today is such a funny day, All seasons wrapped into one.

The snow will be falling soon, So the kids can start having fun. daVid Boyce Brackla Poems are printed with spelling, capitalisation and punctuation as supplied. Emailed poems take priority.

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So I’m not too little to bring Jesus my love, And I know I belong to his kingdom above For he told those big men that the greatest, you see Is the one who will come as a little one like me pauliNe leWiS Porthcawl

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tJ Johnson in porthcawl

About this time last year TJ Johnson was booked to play Porthcawl Jazz Club, but due to a diary mix-up was unable to appear.

I am pleased to announce that he has now been booked again for Friday 5th July.

Widely considered to be one of the UK's finest jazz and blues singers TJ will be attracting a large audience. An accomplished piano player with a group of top British musicians TJ plays an extraordinary blend of music that transcends the boundaries of jazz, blues,

art in focus

I bring to your attention the stunningly beautiful portrait of Katheryn of Berain, nicknamed ‘The Mother of Wales’ due to the legacy of her bloodline that formed some of the richest families in Wales.

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soul, country and gospel and Stag’s world of is influenced by the likes of rock Ray Charles, Louis Armstrong, Johnny Cash, BB King, Nina Simone, and many more. His distinctive voice and unique personal stage manner brings both the band and the audience together to create an intiStag and Dale - no reunion tour! mate yet exciting atmosphere rarely equalled. TJ promises By the time you’re reading to offer us the same quality performance as we experienced this article, I hope to be reunited with my former with the highly talented Amy “Secret Army” band mate Roberts and her quintet last week. Tickets are already going, and long-time songwriting partner Daley B Williams. so make sure of yours! Don't Dale and family moved to miss this great opportunity to Prague some years ago but share the "TJ Johnson experihe’s back in Wales to play a ence" with the rest of us. few solo pub gigs. There was Sue Scott a plan for a “Secret Army” reunion tour with festival dates pencilled in, but with original drummer Ryan Aston performFor your chance to win a pair

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ing all over the world and me busy with the filming it was sadly never going to happen.

However, for old fans of the band, there’s a “best of” CD due and some classic videos being uploaded for Youtube soon. Sorry to “The Blims” and “Blister” for missing your shows but will catch you soon.

Bridgend’s “Bullet for my Valentine” play the huge Download Fest on 14th June.

I’m sure Matt and the lads will blow the place apart!

Another band set for big things is “Wolfman Unchanged”, so check them out.

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lavish portrait is packed full of meaningful symbols giving an insight into the life of a lady of the court in the reign of Elizabeth I: Katheryn had that very same Tudor blood running through her veins.

In this age people married for money, land and power, not love. As a wealthy heiress of royal descent, Katheryn was considered a bit of a catch! She married four times to highprofile Welshmen and her life is shrouded in mystery. One folktale claims the skull belonged to one of her many lovers who she poisoned! But does it really represent this? Discover yourself the real meaning by attending a Historic Art Tour (Weds & Sat) at the National Museum of Wales in Cardiff.

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these subjects in many different media including graphite, acrylic and collage. Her work was recently highly commended at an open exhibition at Y Galeri, a new gallery opened in Caerphilly.

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Porthcawl Male Choir Porthcawl Male Choir was requested by Pencoed Primary school to sing at a dinner held recently at the Hi-Tide.

The school was hosting an international group of teachers under the ‘Commenius Project’, a scheme sponsored by the British Council which has the specific aim of sharing knowledge and experience as well as an understanding of the cultures of the countries involved. Those countries represented were Hungary, Lithuania, Poland, Turkey, Germany, Spain and Italy.

The dinner was the final event of the visit and it was fitting that they should leave

Cor Bro Ogwr sings at St Paul’s Chapel, Ground Zero “An emotional whirlwind” how one of the 60 choristers of Cor Bro Ogwr described the choir’s recent tour in the USA. It began in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, where the choir joined ‘Cor Cymraeg Reheboth’ for a joint performance of excerpts from Joseph Parry’s ‘Emmanuel’, followed by a selection of Welsh hymns. Cor Reheboth started in Delta, Pennsylvania, in 1984, which was where CBO went for a traditional Gymanfa Ganu one Sunday afternoon.

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the ‘country of song’ with the sound of a Welsh Male Voice ringing in their ears. The choir sang traditional Welsh as well as songs from other cultures including one from Africa and finished with the Welsh National Anthem. It was the first time during their visit that the international guests to our country, had heard the Anthem sung and it inspired them to give the choir a standing ovation.

On behalf of the school and their guests, the acting Head Teacher, Ms Searjent, thanked the choir for providing the group with an entertaining and grand farewell to their visit to Wales.

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scendants of Welsh immigrants.

In Philadelphia the choir was welcomed by The Philadelphia Welsh Society, founded in 1729. Arcadia University was the venue for a second concert, attended by many who had travelled a long way to reconnect with their Welsh ancestry.

Finally, a moving lunchtime concert in St. Paul’s Chapel next to Ground Zero. Visitors stood for the Welsh National Anthem; lumps in our throats, we felt proud to be Welsh, and humbled to be there.

CBO and Cor Reheboth, on tour in Wales, will be singing together again on 3rd July, 7.30pm at Tabernacle Chapel, The Hayes, Cardiff.

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Kenfig Hill & District Male Voice Choir Summer Choir Fest – returning for the third year!

After sell-out concerts in both of the last two years the Kenfig Hill & District Male Voice Choir return to the Grand Pavilion for a third year. This year’s show 'A Summer Choir Fest' is a festival of choirs featuring four choirs and over 120 voices.

Kenfig Hill Male Voice Choir has just returned from Jersey where it gave a concert in aid of the islands largest charity Jersey Hospice Care in the magnificent Jersey Opera House. The Male Voice Choir, Da Capo Children’s Choir and Crescendo Youth Choir will all perform under the choirs’ mu-

Cantorion Coety Arrange First Annual Concert Cantorion Coety, a mixed choir who meet at Gilead, Coity, have arranged their first annual concert at Tabernacl Chapel, Derwen Road, Bridgend at 7pm on Friday 21st June.

The choir will also play host to young local musical talent, with solo performances by Megan Eleri Giffith of Pencoed, Bridgend Young Singer of the Year, and Rhydian Jenkins from Maesteg who has also recently had success at Eisteddfodau and singing competitions.

Musical items will also be given by the junior children’s choir of Ysgol Bro Ogwr, appearing by kind permission of

sical team of: Philip Juliff and Kath Brace (conductors) and Andrew Chinnock and Beryl Evans (accompanists) and the evening will compered by the inimitable Tony Mullins.

In addition to the Kenfig Hill Choirs this year’s show features Con Voce, an exciting mixed choir from Merthyr Tydfil. Con Voce is a group of musicians, many of whom are music teachers or who have had many years of choral training sharing a passion in performing.

Book early to avoid disappointment. After sell-out shows of the last two years tickets are expected to be in great demand.

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Head teacher, Mrs Ann Fox, and under the direction of staff member Miss Kerry Anne O’Connell.

The compere will be Mr John Elfed Jones of Coity, the choir President.

Cantorion Coety’s Musical Director Mrs Eira Paskin is delighted to be leading this musical evening and hopes it will become a regular annual event.

Tickets at £5 from Margaret Davies (656276), Alun Roberts Jones (655162), choir members and at the door.

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• GYMTOTS, KENFIG HILL 2–5yrs @ Cynffig Sports hall. Contact: Debbie 07890 582636 • 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 • KICKBOxING CLASSES: BEGINNERS ONLY, BRIDGEND @ Jeff’s Kickboxing Gym, Dunraven Arms. 6.30–8pm • KETTLE BELL CLASSES @ Cynffig Comprehensive. 5.15–6.15pm.

All over body workout. Interested? please contact Debbie on 07779 709814.

Also on a Thursday, 5.45–6.45pm • 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 e-mail: porthcawltsd@btinternet.com.

Web: www.ttfuk.co.uk Also on Fridays • LIBRARY READERS’ GROUPS @ Pencoed Library, every 2nd Tuesday of the month, 10am. Tel: 01656 754840 www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries, Also @ Aberkenfig Library – every 1st Tuesday of the month,11.30am. 01656 754820, abkenlib@bridgend.gov.uk.

• LINE DANCE CLASSES @ Awel y Mor, Porthcawl. Everyone welcome, including beginners. 7pm start, £4 per person. 01639 631544 or 07770 966624 • LUNCHEON CLUB for senior citizens @ Trinity Church, John St, Porthcawl, 12.30. All are welcome. For further details tel. 01656 772364 • OUTDOOR BOOTCAMP – FORCES FITNESS, BRIDGEND All levels of fi tness can attend, FREE WEEK - Newbridge Fields 18.15–9.15 call 07708 964 032 or email info@ forcesfi tness.co.uk to book!

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See the website for more details: www. bridgendhomeeducators.org • BRIDGEND RAMBLERS A bi-weekly programme of walks between 7m and 10m. Meet at Pyle Swimming Pool, we’re gone by 9am. See www. bridgendramblers.co.uk for programme • CHESS CLUB, BRIDGEND @ the function room, West House public house, West House, Cefn Glas, Bridgend. All beginners & experienced players welcome. 7–10 30pm. Contact: kearn7@aol.com • CHILDREN’S STORYTIME, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre from 2.15–2.45pm. FREE. Tel: 01656 754850 email: pylelib@bridgend.gov.uk • COMMUNITY TAI CHI ExERCISE TO MUSIC, BRIDGEND Coity Higher Community Centre, Heol West Plas, Litchard.

10.15am. New beginners class. For details ring 01656 784991 • CORNELLY LUNCHEON CLUB @ Cornelly Community Centre, 12.30pm. All welcome for good home cooked food, set meal £3.50 (main meal/pudding and t/coffee). Great company great food! Also on a Thursday • CYLCH TI & FI (BILINGUAL MOTHER & TODDLER GROUP), PORTHCAWL Ti a Fi Tabernacle, Neuadd Eglwys Tabernacle Church Hall, Elder Lane, Bridgend, 12.45 –2.15pm.

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KENFIG HILL @ Cynffig Sports Hall. 6–7pm, 7–11yrs. £1.50. Call Debbie 07890 582636 • BALLROOM & LATIN Beginners & improvers 7–9pm @ The Dance Centre, Bridgend. 01656 652165 www.dancecentre-bridgend.com • BODY TONING - PILATES (mat required) Use of weights and resistance bands optional. 9.45–10.45am Awel y Mor Community Centre, Porthcawl.

• BOOGIE BEAT MUSIC & MOVEMENT Classes for up to age 5yrs. 2–2.45pm @ Pencoed Pavillion (next to swimming pool). To book a free trial contact Nicky on 07789 688447 nickygreenway@boogiebeat.co.uk www.boogiebeat.co.uk • BOWLS, PORTHCAWL @ Griffin Park, from 4pm. From beginners to players with years of experience. Also on Sundays from 4pm and Fridays from 2.30pm. All welcome. Call Derrick on 01656 784149 • BRIDGEND INVOLVEMENT GROUP ‘Peer support in recovery’.

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Service user led group, providing support and information for people affected by drug and alcohol and their families. Contact Linda: 01656 763117 (Mondays only), abm.bigbridgend@ wales.nhs.uk • BRIDGEND COUNTY SHOW MEETINGS @ Bridgend Festivals Office, Cambria House, Wyndham St. 1st Wed of the month at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 661338 www.bridgend-events.co.uk • 1st Cornelly Scout group • BRIDGEND PARKINSONS Silverbirch Beaver Colony. Ages 6–8, GROUP Every 2nd Wednesday @ Llys 4.30–5.45pm. Cornelly Scout & Guide Faen Community Hall, Quarella Road.

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Tel: 01656 720791 Contact Rob on F700pff@aol.com or • Bridgend Youth Theatre 01656 746564 Workshops Junior & Youth • 1ST PORTHCAWL SCOUT Theatre Workshops (5–25). Grand GROUP Cubs (8–10½yrs) Pavilion, Porthcawl. Wednesdays, 5.30–7.15pm. Woodland Hall, Woodland Saturdays & Sundays during term-time.

Ave. Meirion: 01656 784711 Backstage and design tuition, as well as • ADRAN YR URDD, performing experiences. Pre-booking PORTHCAWL @ Tabernacl New Hall, essential for all classes. 01656 815995.

Fenton Place, Porthcawl 5.30–6.30pm Email: pavilion@bridgend.gov.uk throughout school term. Ages 6–12.

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FOR, PORTHCAWL All welcome. caelleucu@aol.com or 07790 216312 Run by Bridgend County Crossroads.

• ATTENTION ALL RAFA CLUB 12.30–3.30pm at Trinity Church, MEMBERS! For your entertainment Porthcawl. Info and advice for Carers. bingo is held at the club at 7.30pm.

Disabled access. 01656 784100 Guests are welcome • CIVIL SERVICE CLUB Every 3rd • BADMINTON COACHING, Wednesday of the month at All Saints

Tel: 01656 754850, pylelib@bridgend. gov.uk • TABERNACL MUSIC SOCIETY CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND @ Tabernacl Chapel, Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–8.45pm. Mixed Voice. New members welcome. Tel: 07974 765578 • TAI BO KICK AEROBICS, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre. 7.15–8.15pm. Male & female, all ages welcome! Kids Tae Kwon Do 6.15–7pm. Instructor Sarah Panes, Qualified Tai Bo & 2nd Degree Black Belt ITF TKD Instructor. Contact: 01656 743478 or 07773 041339 • Tuesday Club Work with a range of artists throughout the year. Older people: 1–3pm; Kids (8–12 years): 4–5.30pm. £3 per session. Grand Pavilion, 01656 815995 • TUMBLE TOTS, Coychurch @ Williams Memorial Hall. Ages 6 months to 3 years. www.tumbletots. com/cardiff-south or 01446 500526 (times vary according to age) • WELSH LANGUAGE GROUP, ABERKENFIG @ Aberkenfig Library. Every 1st Tuesday of the month at 11.30am (no meetings in August).

Tel: 01656 754820 email: abkenlib@ bridgend.gov.uk • Yoga Classes, Porthcawl with Carol Curtis-Jones, British Wheel of Yoga teacher. At Unitarian Chapel, Nottage: 1–2.30pm and 7.15–9pm.

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Church Hall, Victoria Ave, Porthcawl, 2pm. Activities, talks, outings, meals out, etc. All welcome. More info: Alf, 01656 782433 or Elaine, 01656 784271 • CEFN CRIBWR MOTHER, BABIES & TODDLERS @ Cefn Cribwr Community Hall 10–11.30am. £1.50 per child. Newborns+. 07787 578295 • COR BRO OGWR, BRIDGEND Mixed choir @ Tabernacl Church, Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–9pm. All welcome. 01656 784180. www.Cor-BroOgwr.com • CORNELLY & KENFIG HILL PUMAS FOOTBALL CLUB @ Cynffig Comprehensive School Girls Gym. 5–6pm. Ages 5–7yrs. Boys & Girls welcome. Contact Mark for details: 07929 969259/ nmedewar@aol.com www.siobhangrice.com • CRUSE BEREAVEMENT CARE - MORGANNWG Last Wednesday of the month. Friendship/Social Group @ the Salthouse, Porthcawl, 12.30pm.

Contact 01792 462845 or just drop in • DISCOVERY TOTS Baby Play, 10am @ Williams Memorial Hall, Coychurch. £4 pay as you go. (multi sensory play for ages 6 wks to 2 yrs).

Baby Massage Courses and Alpha Bugs classes also available. Contact Helen: 01656 818727 / 07795 150602 / info@discoverytots.co.uk / www. discoverytots.co.uk Classes Thursday @ Bijou, Cowbridge too (free play included) • HATHA YOGA, BRACKLA All levels welcome. 7–9pm @ Parc Slip Visitor Centre, Fountain Rd, Tondu CF32 0EH. £30 for a block of 5 weeks or £7 weekly, this class will include postures, breathing practices and meditation.

Contact Michele: 07793 544 956, michelelambert 21@hotmail.com www.michelelambertyoga.co.uk • HATHA YOGA CLASSES, PYLE 6.30pm @ The Life Centre. All levels welcome. Contact Alan Davies, British Wheel of Yoga Teacher, on 01639 888705 • Judokwai, Bridgend @ Cefn Glas, Bridgend, 07530 700243 (Andrew).

Juniors (6–15 yrs) 7–8pm. Seniors (16+) 8.30–10pm • KYOKUSHIN KARATE CLUB, BRIDGEND @ The Deaf Club, Tremains Road, Bridgend. Also, Fridays @ The Scouts Hall, Cefn Glass, Bridgend and Sundays @ Nantymoel Memorial

Hall, Ogmore Vale. All classes 7.30pm.

Everyone welcome. Children must be over 8 years old. First lesson free. Call Jason: 07779 113273 • LEGS, BUMS & TUMS FITNESS CLASS 9.45 am at Awel Y Mor Community Centre, Wellfield Ave, Porthcawl. Mat required (resistance band and small hand weights optional).

Tone up those areas and burn fat. Good for posture and core strength. £3.50 all fitness levels welcome. Qualified Fitness Instructor Hannah Bowen 07886 487853 • JUNIOR & YOUTH THEATRE WORKSHOPS, PORTHCAWL (5–25) During school term-time. Also Saturdays and Sundays. More info: 01656 815995 or pavilion@bridgend. gov.uk • Kettle Bell Classes @ Cynffig Comprehensive School’s main hall. 6–6.45pm. Debbie: 07779 709814 • LIBRARY READERS’ GROUP, PORTHCAWL @ Porthcawl Library, 3rd Wednesday of the month at 2pm.

Tel: 01656 754845 www.bridgend.gov. uk/libraries • LINE DANCING, BRACKLA Brackla Community Centre 10.30–12.

Beginners welcome. Mostly over 50s.

Phone Pat on 01656 785148 for info.

• Luncheon Club @ Gilgal Baptist Church, Park Avenue. Lunch served at 12.15pm but come along any time from 11am for a coffee and a chat. Contact Margaret: 01656 772115 • NEWTON WI, PORTHCAWL 7pm, 1st Wed of every month at Gilgal Church Hall, Woodlands Ave, Porthcawl.

Call Pearl on 01656 772657 • PARENT/CARER & CHILD GET CREATIVE Cost £4 @ 10am-11am.

Create, play, chat, relax, and enjoy together. Make space to reawaken yourself. Email: freshstart.grice@gmail. com Call: 07866 277560 www.siobhangrice.com • PIPSW BREASTFEEDING GROUP @ Once Upon A Playtime soft play, Ogmore Terrace, Bridgend, CF31 1SU, 10-12. All pregnant and breastfeeding mums welcome. No charge. Also at The Dance Centre, Elm Crescent, Bryntirion, Bridgend on Fridays • PORTHCAWL ART SOCIETY Interested in art? Join us at the Old Police Station, John Street Porthcawl, 1.30–3.30pm. Also on Thursdays, 7–9pm. Lydia: 01656 767611

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01656 754810, coedparclib@bridgend. gov.uk • ROYAL BRITISH LEGION, PORTHCAWL The Porthcawl Branch meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month at the RAFA Club, Porthcawl, at 7.30pm. All welcome even if you are not ex-forces • SHARING ART Art and craft activities for adults with disabilities @ The Rees Centre 9a Prince Road, Kenfig Hill. Session times 10am-12noon and 2pm-4pm, £5 per session, materials and refreshments supplied. Telephone Wendy: 01656 741166, email:wendy. jenkins@scope.org.uk • SLIMMING WORLD, PORTHCAWL @ Trinity Church.

9.30am–11am. Call Gaynor 01656 788763 • TABLE TOP SALE @ Griffin Park Community Centre, 10am–2pm. Coffee, tea and snacks available. Traders and crafters welcome. Phone 01656 772534 for bookings and further information • TAI CHI CLASS Traditional Sun Style Taijiquan. Newton Institute. 10–11am.

Other classes held throughout the Borough. Instructor G Lake, email: Caringspirit15@yahoo.co.uk • YOGA CLASSES, PORTHCAWL with Carol Curtis-Jones, British Wheel of Yoga teacher. At Unitarian Chapel, Nottage: 7.15–9pm. Beginners welcome.

Tel. 01656 773266 • ZUMBA @ Bryntirion Comp School 6–7pm. £4 per class. Bring a bottle of water. All abilities welcome. No need to be a dancer, just feel the beat and move your feet. Qualified instructor for 15 years, teaching Zumba for 3 years. Info: Diane 07773 912728 or on instructors

Bridgend. 1st Thursday of the month at 10am. For more info: 01656 661338; e-mail: king-barry@btconnect.com www.bridgend-events.co.uk • BRIDGEND PHILATELIC SOCIETY, BRIDGEND 2nd & 4th Thursday each month @ the Gospel Hall, Oddfellows St, 7.30–9.30pm. Tel: 01656 653753 • BRIDGEND SUGARCRAFT CLUB 1st Thurs each month, 7–9.30pm @ Miners Welfare Hall, Heol Y Groes Pencoed. Demonstrations/ workshops, fun & laughter, complimentary tea, coffee & biscuits.

• 1ST CORNELLY SCOUT GROUP All welcome,(no previous experience Scout Troop. Ages 10–14, 7–9pm @ required). Members £3, non-members Cornelly Scout & Guide Hall, Meadow £5. jgmoneybox-two@yahoo.co.uk Street, North Corrnelly. Contact Rob on • BRIDGEND TOWN AFC Under F700pff@aol.com or 01656 746564 12s football. Training at Newbridge • 1ST PORTHCAWL SCOUT Fields, Bridgend. 6–7pm. John: 07800 GROUP BEAVER COLONY 540309 6–8yrs. 5.15–6.30pm @ Woodland Hall, • CHILDREN’S STORYTIME, Woodland, Avenue, Porthcawl. Meirion PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre from 784711; davidmann.lewis@virgin.net 11–11.30am. 01656 754850; pylelib@ • AEROBICS CLASS, bridgend.gov.uk BRYNTIRION @ the Dance Studio, • CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion (next to the Bridgend Male Choir. 7.30–9.30pm community Centre) 6.15–7.15pm. Call @ the OCLP Club, Bryntirion, Debbie 07779 709814 Bridgend. Gareth: 01656 862037. www.

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COYCHURCH Coychurch Memorial Hall 7–8pm. All levels of fi tness catered for. No joining fee. Also on Monday & Friday, 9.30–10.30am • KENFIG HILL & DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR Rehearse in the Choral Suite, Green Acre Motel, North Cornelly, 7pm–9pm. Come and give it a try, you won’t regret it. There isn’t a better hobby than singing! Tel: 01656 740766 • KICKBOxING CLASSES: CHILDREN FROM 5 YEARS, BRIDGEND Also on a Monday @ Jeff’s Kickboxing Gym, Dunraven Arms.

6–7pm. Loose clothing to start • LIBRARY READERS’ GROUP, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thurs of the month at 7pm. Tel: 01656 754850 www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries • LIFEGUARD CLUB - POOL TRAINING, PYLE @ Pyle Pool 8–10am. Tel: (01656) 771380 for details or www.restbaylifeguards.org.uk • MID GLAMORGAN MIxED CHOIR, PENCOED (Term time only) in The Bowls Club, Pencoed from 7.15–9pm. Call Louise Baker on 01656 667451 timohagan388@hotmail.com • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers. 3 months–4 years grouped according to age. @ Trinity Church, Porthcawl. Book your FREE class and view out latest timetable at www. monkeymusic.com or contact Emma on 01656 649190 vale.bridgend@ monkeymusic.co.uk • ORIGINAL ARTISTS ACOUSTIC EVENING Every fortnight at the Seahorse, 9pm, in aid of BOBATH Centre for Cerebral Palsy. To play on one of these evenings please contact Nikki on 07916 342370. Small fee to each act • OUTDOOR BOOTCAMP – FORCES FITNESS, BRIDGEND All levels of fi tness can attend, FREE WEEK - Newbridge Fields 18.15–9.15 call 07708 964 032 or email info@ forcesfi tness.co.uk to book!

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07825 670905 for more details • PORTHCAWL DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB @ Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl, 7pm. Contact Tricia: 01656 785794. Also on a Saturday • PORTHCAWL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB 5–6.30pm Awely-Mor, Porthcawl. Beginners & training for Graded Martial Arts students of all ages (grading every 3 months). Christian Whale (5th Dan): 07784 317151.

Facebook: Porthcawl Shotokan Karate • PORTHCAWL WI Every 4th Thurs @ All Saints Church, Porthcawl, 2–4pm • PREGNANCY YOGA @ Litchard Infants School, 6–7.15pm. A time for you and your baby, suitable from 16 weeks.

6–7.15pm: Pregnancy Yoga (£30 for 6 weeks). 7.30–8.45pm: Yoga Drop-in class (£4.50 per session or £20 for 5 sessions). Please contact Emma on 01656 651230 www.pure-yoga.co.uk or pureYoga on facebook • PYLE & PORTHCAWL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY MEETING @ The Rest 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 • READING GROUPS @ Ogmore Valley Life Centre. Last Thursday of the month, 11am. 01656 754856, ovalelib@bridgend.gov.uk. Also, Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thursday of the month at 7pm. 01656 754850, pylelib@ bridgend.gov.uk No meetings in August • ROYAL MARINES ASSOCIATION, Swansea Bay Branch Last Thursday of every month. Further details 01656 670224 • Senshi Do Karate & Kickboxing @ Cefn Glas scouts hall. Karate: 6–7pm. Kickboxing: 7–8pm. www.senshido-wales@webs.com • SHARING ART Art and craft activities for adults with disabilities @ The Rees Centre 9a Prince Road, Kenfig Hill. Session times 10am-12noon and 2pm-4pm, £5 per session, materials and refreshments supplied. Telephone Wendy: 01656 741166, email:wendy. jenkins@scope.org.uk • SHOTOKAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL @ St. John’s School, 6–7pm. Call Phil on 07951 455246. All welcome.

• SING AND SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ St Theodores Church Hall, Port Talbot. Stage 1: 9.45am. For more information or to book please contact Beverley on 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@singandsign.co.uk www.singandsign.co.uk • Slimming World with Dee 9.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm at Pyle Parish Hall, Pyle road. Tel: 07733 267369, or just pop in!

• SlimTONE SLIMMING CLASS 10–11am at the Y Centre Porthcawl and 9.30–10.30am at Cwrt Anghorfa (next to The Tap Public House). Contact Marie on 01656 870339 for further information • STAGECOACH THEATRE ARTS SCHOOL, BRIDGEND Performing arts classes, ages 3–18. Contact Helene on 01446 781454. www.stagecoach. co.uk/bridgend. Also on Friday & Saturday • TAI BO KICK AEROBICS, PYLE

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@ Pyle Life Centre 7.15–8.15pm. Male & female, all ages welcome! Instructor Sarah Panes, Qualified Tai Bo & 2nd Degree Black Belt ITF TKD Instructor.

Kids Tae Kwon Do 6–7pm. Call Sarah: 01656 743478 or 07773 041339 • TI A FI Y SGER PARENT TODDLER GROUP 9–11am.

Cornelly Integrated Centre, Greenfield Terrace, North Cornelly, CF33 4LW. Contact/ cyswllt: 07966 321764 • WESTWARD 0–4 MEET AND PLAY GROUP A stay and play facility for babies and toddlers aged 0-4. Westward Community Centre, Cefn Glas, Bridgend. 1.30-3pm. £1 donation required (includes tea/coffee) • YOGA CLASS @ Litchard Infants School, 7.30–8.45pm. General drop in class, suitable for all levels. Relax, recentre and renew. Please contact Emma on 01656 651230 www.pure-yoga.co.uk or PureYoga on Facebook • ZUMBA North Cornelly Community Centre. 8–845pm. Only £3. Join the party and zumba the winter blues away!

Call Mandy: 07854 372582 • ZUMBA, PORTHCAWL 9.45– 10.45am Awel y Mor Community Centre, Wellfield Avenue and 5.30–6.30pm at Nottage Primary School, Suffolk Place. Hannah Bowen Qualified Fitness Instructor Licensed Zumba Instructor find me on Facebook as Zumba Fitness Porthcawl and on Zumba.com or call 07886 487853

Friday • ARCHAEOLOGY CYMRU WALKS 10am meeting at the Llantwit Major Train Station carpark. Looking at a wide range of archaeological sites throughout the Vale of Glamorgan. We look at Iron-Age hill-forts, medieval castles, and even sites that we just discover along the way. Walking boots and refreshments a must. More info: 07751 255725 or email: karljlangford@ hotmail.com • BINGO, Kenfig Hill – after Luncheon Club. Eyes down at 1.45pm at the Talbot Community Centre, Kenfig Hill. More info: Cheryl on 01656 749754 • BOOGIE BEAT MUSIC & MOVEMENT Classes for up to age 5yrs. 9.30–10.15am @ Awel y Mor Community Centre, Porthcawl. To book your free trial contact Nicky on 07789 688447 nickygreenway@boogiebeat. co.uk www.boogiebeat.co.uk • BOUNCE & RHYME SESSIONS FOR BABIES & TODDLERS @ Pyle Life Centre, 2pm. 01656 754850 pylelib@bridgend.gov.uk • BRIDGEND FUCHSIA SOCIETY, YNYSAWDRE @ Ynysawdre Community Centre. 1st Friday of the month, 7pm. All welcome! Call 01656 661338 / 07976 430086. king-barry@ btconnect.com • BRIDGEND WRITERS’ CIRCLE, BRIDGEND @ Bryntirion & Laleston Community Hall, Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion, CF31 4EF. 01656 772738. www.bridgendwriters.webs.com • BUZZ SOFTPLAY (inc. messy play) 10.30am–midday - BCLC Cefn Cribwr. www.mybclc.org/ 01656 745655.

Age 0-3. £3 1st child, subsequent

children half price • CHARITY PUB QUIZ, PORTHCAWL @ Seagull Pub, Rest Bay, Porthcawl. 9pm. Proceeds to local charities.

• CONVERSATIONAL FRENCH AND SPANISH FOR ADULTS (term time) @ Cefn Cribwr, Bethlehem Church Life Centre. Spanish 10am–12pm.

French 12.30pm–2.30pm. Call Kim: 02920 382431 or Amanda 01656 650360, courseinfosouth@swales.wea.org.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 e-mail: porthcawltsd@btinternet.com. www.ttfuk.co.uk Also on Tuesdays • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers. 3 months–4 years grouped according to age. @ Trinity Church, Porthcawl. Book your FREE class and view out latest timetable at www. monkeymusic.com or contact Emma on 01656 649190 vale.bridgend@ monkeymusic.co.uk • PORTHCAWL GYMNASTICS CLUB (Term time only) Classes from 4.45–7.15pm, please call for details Limited places. Register your child in our fun packed classes. Existing members guaranteed a place. Tel: 07971 476738 • PORTHCAWL PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP Last Friday of the month in the Unitarian Church School Room, Nottage, 10.30am. More info: 01656 783071 • SCOPE'S COMMUNITY COMPANIONS CAFE 10am–1pm @ The Rees Centre, 9a Prince Road, Kenfig Hill. Weekly activities such as cookery demonstrations, arts and crafts, gardening, boccia, chair aerobics and much more. Come along for a cuppa and a chat and find out more about our Befriending Service for people over 50.

Telephone Donna: 01656 741166, email: donna.akdemir-young@scope.org.uk • SEQUENCE DANCING, PORTHCAWL @ Trinity church 8–10.15pm. £2.50. 01656 782606 • SENSHI DO ‘The Warriors Way’ KARATE & KICKBOXING, BRIDGEND @ Brackla Community Centre, Whitethorne drive, Brackla, Bridgend. 6.30–7.30pm. All levels, beginners welcome. Call 07791 412864, email bkkc@live.co.uk • SHOUT – FOR OVER 50s, PORTHCAWL 1st Friday of month.

Open forum in Porthcawl to express your concerns. @ Trinity Church at 2pm.

Tel: 01656 786463 • SING AND SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ 9.45–10.45am. For more information or to book please contact Beverley on 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@singandsign.co.uk www.singandsign.co.uk • STAY AND PLAY GROUP FOR TWINS/MULTIPLES Any children will be the responsibility of the parent/ carer they are with. Mums-to-be welcome. 12–2pm at Coity Higher Community Centre, Heol West Plas,

Philip Square, Litchard, CF35 6BA. Contact: Kathryn Baker 07824 876945, twinklebridgend@aol.com or Facebook Twin-kle Twin-kle Twin Group Bridgend • TAI CHI, BRIDGEND @ Bridgend Recreation Centre, 7–8.30pm. Beginners welcome. John Jones, Chief Instructor. sunsdragon@hotmail.com • TAI CHI CLASS Traditional Sun Style Taijiquan. Pyle Church Hall. 10–11am.

Other classes held throughout the Borough. Instructor G Lake, email: Caringspirit15@yahoo.co.uk • TANG SOO DO, PYLE & District (Korean self defence) No training fee for first month. Junior 5yrs+ 6.30–.15pm. Mixed class 7.20–8.30pm.

Advanced Class 8.30–9pm (also Mondays). Upstairs in Pyle Life Centre.

Kyo Sa Nim Gareth Powell: 01656 659592/ 07884 295499/gareth.powell@ tangsoodo.co.uk • TI Â FI AR LAN Y MÔR BILINGUAL PARENT TODDLER GROUP 10am-11:30am. All Saints Church Vestry, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl. 07966 321764 • TAI CHI & QI GONG @ Awel-Y - Mor Centre, Porthcawl. 10. 30 am 11.30am. Beginners welcome. Gilda: 07840 350167 • TINYTALK BABY SIGNING CLASSES, PYLE @ Coychurch Memorial Hall 10.30–11.30am. Eluned: 07877 566935, eluendw@tinytalk.co.uk or www.tinytalk.co.uk/elunedw • TWINS & MULTIPLES GROUP, PYLE @ Once Upon A Playtime in Bridgend, 10am–12 noon. Clare Roberts: 07932 972200, d.c.roberts@sky.com • WELSH KARATE UNION PORTHCAWL CLUB @ Porthcawl Community Hall, Porthcawl Comprehensive School. 6–8pm. www. welshkarateunion.org • Zumba @ Kenfig Labour Club.

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Saturday • ART & CRAFT EXHIBITION First Saturday of every month at the Pier Hotel,11am–3pm. Free admission. All are very welcome. Info: geoffstone44@ gmail.com • BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS, KENFIG NATIONAL NATURE RESERVE 3rd Saturday of the month, 9am–12pm. Enjoy walks with the warden, in association with Glamorgan Bird Club. Meet at the Reserve Centre. Free admission and car park. 01656 743386 • BORE COFFI/COFFEE MORNING, PORTHCAWL @ Tabernacl New Hall, Fenton Place 10.30am–12pm. 1st Sat of the month.

For Welsh learners and Welsh speakers to meet for a chat. A warm welcome to all – croeso cynnes i bawb • CAR BOOT SALES, BRIDGEND @ The West House Pub. 9am–12pm. Set up 8am. Cars £5/Vans £8. All proceeds to local charities. Please contact Rob & Helen on 01656 653809 • CHARITY FUN QUIZ IN AID OF VELINDRE CANCER CARE @ the Swan Inn, Nottage, Porthcawl, 5.30pm.

The open quiz has no written answers, just shout out the answer! Come along and join in the fun only 10p for a wrong

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answer and a raffle ticket for correct ones. The winning tickets have a free drink! Tel. 07813 506044 • CHILDREN’S ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS, PORTHCAWL 10.30–11.45am, Crafty Little Creations @ Porthcawl RFC. Call Sue on (01656) 788420/ 07791 476882 • INDOOR CAR BOOT SALE @ Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl. First 3 Saturdays of every month. 9am–12pm. Phone 01656 657463 to book. Free tea, coffee & biscuits • Live Entertainment Saturday nights @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. £2 • MEMBERS AND GUESTS OF THE RAFA CLUB, PORTHCAWL are invited to enjoy bingo at 7.30pm.

Followed by live entertainment by top class artists till 11.30pm • PORTHCAWL & DISTRICT ART SOCIETY EXHIBITION OF PAINTINGS @ the old Police Station Gallery, John Street. 11am–4.30pm.

FREE. Also on the rest of the week • PRAM FITNESS, PORTHCAWL @ the Loft Cafe, Broadlands, Bridgend, 10-11am. )utdoor post-natal exercise class for mums whilst baby enjoys a ride in their pram. Contact Sarah on 07917 276788. Email sarah-dowson@sky.com • ROCK CLUB, PORTHCAWL Music workshops for 8–16years old.

Learn and perform regularly! All levels, guitars, bass, drums, keyboards, singers, all welcome. Book a place on 01656 786319. Rock & Arts Club, 41 John Street, Porthcawl Town/ www.rockclub.org.uk • SILURES ART GALLERY, PORTHCAWL Open every Weekend and Bank Holidays 11am to 4.30pm at 40 South Road. New exhibition each month with free admission. www.silures.co.uk • STORYTIME FOR CHILDREN, PORTHCAWL @ Porthcawl Library 2.30pm. Tel: 01656 754845 email: porthcawllib@bridgend.gov.uk • TAI CHI All Saints Church, Victoria Ave, Porthcawl 10–11am. Fair LadySleeping Tiger Tai Chi. 01656 785014

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philipnmorgan@sky.com • INDOOR TABLE TOP SALE @ North Cornelly Community Centre.

9am–1pm. Sell your unwanted items old or new or grab a bargain. £5/table for sellers if booked in advance or £6 on the day! Free entry for buyers. Refreshments available. Call Helen on 07938 516452 for more details • Live Entertainment 5–7pm @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. Plus karaoke until late!

• PORTHCAWL COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA @1st, 3rd, (5th) Sunday of each month, 6-8pm @ Our lady star of the sea church hall, New Road. £2 per session, refreshments served. Grade 3 standard is desirable.

For more information: 07861600667 or porthcawl.orchestra@outlook.com • RED TOOTH POKER, PORTHCAWL Evenings @ The Salthouse, Porthcawl. For a chance to be in the regional finals and win big money.

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learn how to break down communication barriers We speak and listen, but do we really hear what is being said? Do others fully understand what we are trying to communicate?

As part of the Siaradwn Ni – Let’s Talk Big Lottery funded programme, Yellow Wales in Maesteg is holding a free-ofcharge accredited two day listening skills course on Monday 10th and Friday 14th June from 9am–3pm.

Designed to increase your

porthcawl a go-go dance Sounds of the Sixties - dress to impress sixties style On Saturday 29th June 2013 at the Grand Pavilion Porthcawl there will be charity fundraising event.

The event is in its second year as £1,673 was donated last year to Velindre Cancer Centre.

We really hope

Blooming great tea party Summer is approaching and what is more refreshing than a nice cup of tea?

Bridgend & Porthcawl Fundraising Group for Marie Curie are holding their annual tea party/coffee morning in Trinity Church Hall Porthcawl again this year on Friday 2nd August between 10am-12pm.

There will be delicious cakes to sample, opportunity to sit and chat, and meet some well

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ability to hear what is being said and to respond appropriately, this two day course for anyone aged 16 and over, will be of particular benefit to volunteers or employees working with individuals or community groups of any age.

Based in the Yellow Wales offices in Maesteg town centre, the accredited Agored Cymru OCN Listening Skills Level 2 course is free of charge to anyone living and/or working in Bridgend or Neath Port Talbot county boroughs. To book, call 01656 737494.

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For those who came last year please come again and bring a friend, and those who missed last year do not miss this great night.

So get your Sixties Dress to Impress outfits ready, the dancing starts at 8pm and tickets are £6 available from the Grand Pavilion Box Office, Nigel (01656 772755) and Linda (01656 786337).

Look out for the pink Porthcawl A Go-Go Posters.

Donations or sponsorship for the event will gladly be received. Anyone interested please contact Kevin McCarthy (07977980712). keViN mccaRthy

known local persons. There will be a raffle and a play corner for the children.

Last May despite the gales and rain we raised over £300, hopefully we will have better weather this year and will be able to raise even more money for this very worthwhile charity.

Please tell your friends and neighbours about the event.

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adrian comes to africa’s aid!

Porthcawl based group ‘Adrian’s Wall’, led by former Welsh Ambulance Service (WAS) paramedic Adrian Hooper on keyboards, and paramedic officer Gerard Rothwell on the drums (both of whom now run the WAS Public Access Defibrillator Schemes) will be gigging at Porthcawl Pavilion, Saturday 22nd June raising funds for the Partnerships Overseas Networking Trust charity for the work being done by the WAS in improving healthcare in the Mbale region of Uganda.

Adrian Hooper said: “‘Adrian’s Wall’ is a group formed from hand-picked members of other bands with a view to

performing music that is not generally performed in local music venues. We’re a bit more progressive in nature featuring performances of music

by Toto, Mannfred Mann’s Earthband, early Genesis, David Bowie, Elton John etc."

Tony Rossetti, WAS First Responder Officer said: “We currently operate half a dozen motorbike ambulances in Mbale, along with wheeled mountain rescue stretchers and bicycle stretchers to reach more remote areas.

“If you fancy a good night out join us at the Porthcawl Pavilion Stage Door at 7pm on Saturday 22nd June.”

Tickets are limited and are £5 each available from Celtic Camera Centre, Bridgend Indoor Market or call 01656 679798.

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Members of the Macmillan Volunteer Fundraising Group in Porthcawl taking part in their walk in 2011

put your best foot forward for a brand new charity challenge!

Together we can, and have, achieved amazing things.

Walking for Macmillan is more than just a great way to raise money for charity. It gives you the opportunity to support your community, retrace happy memories or simply get active.

Macmillan are preparing to launch a brand new event in Porthcawl, urging all of their supporters to don their walking boots are join in with the fun!

The Porthcawl Walk is due to take place on Sunday 14th July 2013.

Debbie Jones Fundraising Manager for Macmillan in Bridgend said:” Taking part in

the Porthcawl Walk is easy visit www.macmillan.org.uk/porthcawlwalk or email porthcawlwalk@macmillan.org.uk It cost £10 to register, under 16s walk for FREE. Everyone will get a t-shirt and goody bag on the day, with a warm fuzzy feeling at the end of this 8.5 mile walk knowing that they have made the difference between a good day and a bad day for someone fighting cancer. Everyone is welcome, you can even bring along the family dog!”

Not a walker but would like to do more to help? We’re looking for lots of volunteer to help us make the day a success, for more information call Debbie on 07764 503470. deBBie JoNeS

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Bridgend Ramblers 19 Evening Walk 4–5 miles around Mawdlam. 6.15pm at Bridgend Recreation Centre Car Park

June Happier Talk Dump stress, anxiety, depression, un-useful behaviours/habits & find your inner well-being & happiness.

Natural side-effects are better relationships, inner strength/ resilience, more time, effortless life with naturally occurring inspiration & clarity. 6.30– 8.30pm. @ Parc Slip, Tondu, CF32 0EH. www.daveweller.co. uk / 07792 716636.

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Bridgend Ramblers Evening Walk 4–5 miles around Merthyr Mawr with Bridgend Ramblers.

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Porthcawl Floral 5 Arrangement Society @ Awel-yMor, 7.30pm. A Flower demonstration by Linda Garret "All that Glisters." Open to everyone Porthcawl Ukulele 8 band charity concert @ the stage door the Grand Pavilion at 2pm tickets £6 from the box office tel 01656 815995 Light and Shadows 8 An exploration of light by Maureen Carlson. @ Silures Gallery, 40 South Road, Porthcawl CF36 3DG. Runs until Sunday 30th.

Open 11am–4.30pm weekends Art Exhibition: Mixed Bag @ the Pavilion (Cafe), Porthcawl, for six weeks. Free

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Porthcawl Lions 16 Book Sale at the Seabank Hotel, 10am–4pm. Entrance free. Also on Sunday 17th

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Guided orchid walks 23 @ Kenfig Nature Reserve, 2–4pm. With a warden looking at the nature reserve’s rich assemblage of wild orchids. Participation free!

Art,Craft and 29 Vintage fair @ Brackla Community Centre, Whitethorn Drive, Brackla, Bridgend Cf31 2PQ. 10am–2pm. Free Entry & Parking. For further information or to book a stall please email: jctfairs@gmx.com Universal Angel Star Alternative Therapy & Self Love Evening @ North Cornelly Community Centre, 6–10.30pm. Entrance £1. Contact Rachel on 01656 859987 or 07889 786955 or email chameul@hotmail.co.uk

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archaeology field trip A small band of students from Archaeology Cymru ventured out to Cefn Cribwr.

The footpath are very overgrown leading up to the southeast of Rockfield Farm to view an arrangement of Standing Stones. We found that today only two of these Standing Stones are now upstanding.

Other former standing stones of Glacial erratic type have been pushed to form a crude boundary above a drainage dyke. Scattered randomly south-east and south-west of Rockfield Farm you find

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Because much of the stones have now been removed, since they were surveyed decades ago, the remaining examples are also difficult to access not only due to the poor state of the local footpaths but due to the boggy peat soil below your feet.

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8pm. Tickets £11.50. Tel: 01656 815995 or at www.grandpavilion.co.uk Rotary Charity Walk 14 In support local charities. 12 noon near the Lifeboat Station, Porthcawl; follow the Esplanade, West Drive and the coastal path to Rest Bay and return. Enquiries to 01656 645148 and 01656 788735

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pyle and kenfig golf club news

CAPTAIN’S DRIVE- IN April’s AGM at Pyle and Kenfig marked a very proud moment for the incoming Captain, Darryl James. Darryl joined Pyle and Kenfig as a fresh-faced junior in January 1989. He has represented the Club at Junior and 1st team levels, and is currently a member of the 2nd team playing off a handicap of 3. Darryl lists his most memorable golfing achievements as having reached the Club Championship Final in 1997, winning the Order of Merit in 2010 and winning the Graham Bowl knockout competition 3 times. Darryl took over the

Black Belt promotions for porthcawl girls

Two Porthcawl girls have recently received Black Belt Dan promotions in the Korean Martial Art of Tang Soo Do. Miss Isabel Humphries 2nd Degree Black Belt and Miss Caitlin Toy 1st Degree Black Belt both 13 years of age from Porthcawl recently tested for their new grades in front of the grading panel of the Traditional Tang Soo Do Federation.

The tough tests were held at the Pencoed Comprehensive School sports hall, during

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reins from Barrie Edwards and began his Captaincy with a drive-in on April 13th. Good luck to Darryl for a successful year.

Men’s Competition results were as follows: Cocks of the North Winter League winners, Geraint Evans and Geoff Vincent, runners up, Russ Adams and Paul Lewis.

Captain’s Charity Cup Winners, Russ Adams and Paul Franklyn, Club Foursomes Shield Winners, Mark and Tom Furneaux, Gerald Price Cup Winner, Mark Coleman, Dr. Richard Jones Trophy Winner, Graham Finn and the Nash Cup Winner, Justin Reed.

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which the girls were tested on all basic techniques, forms, weapons work, self defence, sparring and endurance.

Isabel and Caitlin who are good friends both currently attend Porthcawl Comprehensive School. Isabel who started Tang Soo Do at the age of seven encouraged Caitlin to start when they met at Nottage Primary School. Caitlin who started at the age of nine is the first direct student of the Porthcawl Tang Soo Do class to achieve the coveted Black Belt, hopefully she will be the first of many as the class continues to grow in strength.

In addition to their grading success, both girls recently won medals in the United Kingdom Tang Soo Do Championship placing in the top three of the under 15 Black Belt Girls category.

Congratulations Isabel and Caitlin. kyo Sa adRiaN humphRieS

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Back Row: Lyle Bluck, James Evans, Dean Williams, David Davies, Vic Davies, Arran Hughes, Mark Griffiths. Front Row: Johnathan Fish, Penny John, Stephanie Davenport, Charlie Robbins, James Marks

porthcawl lifeguards club A ‘First’ for Porthcawl.

As a result of a memorandum of understanding being signed between the Surf Life Saving Association of Wales and the Welsh Ambulance Trust, trained Tutors from the Surf Lifesaving Association of Wales are able to deliver the Trusts Community First Responders Course to Beach Lifeguards.

Following eight weeks of intensive training seven members of Porthcawl Lifeguard Club are the first to qualify under this scheme as Welsh Ambulance Service First Responders based at beaches.

As well as First Aid the training

porthcawl Runners Porthcawl Runners recently held their third annual presentation evening.

The award winners on the night were, best female: Nicola Thomas, best male: Chris Jenkins, most improved: Helen Scott and the merit award was duly won by Angela Walsh. Congratulations to all the winners.

The 2013 Virgin London Marathon saw eight members take the starting line with Chris Jenkins leading the way in a time of 02:54:38. Chris was followed by Gabriella Maine 03:09:59, Lee Bodenham 03:19:19, Julian Maine 03:24:19, Jeff Thomas 03:24:58, Phil Protheroe 03:42:18, Nicola

involved resuscitation skills enhanced by defibrillation and the administration of oxygen to casualties.

The Surf Life Saving Association of Wales would like to congratulate David Davies, Arran Hughes, Mark Griffiths, Johnathan Fish, Penny John, Stephanie Davenport, and Charlie Robbins on becoming First Responders and Vic Davies on achieving a PADS (defibrillation competency certificate).

In turn they would like to thank their tutors Lyle Bluck and James Marks for delivering the course and Dean Williams (Welsh Ambulance Service) for the assessment. lyle Bluck

Thomas 04:01:03 and Romana Maine 04:07:20. A great debut run from Chris and some big improvements from Gabriella, Julian, and Phil, with Romana running all that way and beating her previous marathon time by one second. Well done to you all.

Tom Davis triumphed in the Porthcawl Parkrun #6 to win in a sprint finish and give the club its first winner at the popular Saturday morning run. After a couple of runner-up finishes from Tom and Geraint Lewis it was only a matter of time before we had the honour of seeing a club member take first place. Geraint has had three runners up finishes in three separate races recently. aNtoNy phillipS

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porthcawl surf report

Main picture: Senior Finalists (end left: Gregg Owen, centre: Ingemar Cressey) Inset: Ingemar Cressey, Welsh National Senior Champion 2013

porthcawl Surfing industry shows its strength at the quiksilver Welsh National championships!

Two of Porthcawl’s premier surfing businesses showed their true talent at the Quiksilver Welsh National Surfing Championships at Freshwater West over the Bank Holiday weekend 4th5th May 2013.

Cressey's Surf Academy Head Coach and owner, South African born Ingemar Cressey took home the prestigious Welsh National Champion title in the Senior division for the second year running; whilst Greg Owen of No Limits Wetsuits came second in both the Senior and Masters finals. Both are members of Welsh Coast Surf Club, Porthcawl.

This year’s championship results are especially important, because it is from there that the Welsh Surfing Federation will make their choices for the National Team to compete at the European Championships in the Azores this September.

"I am delighted to retain the Senior Champion title" said Ingemar, who has only returned to competitive surfing in the last couple of years. "The Welsh Surfing Federation ran yet another superb competition, and continues to develop the home grown surfing talent in Wales. Surfing is a very popular sport in Wales, and

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there is a lot of talent here, so I hope the profile and recognition for the sport continues to be raised in the country.”

Originally from East London, South Africa, Ingemar has been living in Wales for over 6 years, running Cressey’s Surf Academy in Porthcawl for over 5 years. The surf school is the only ASI (Academy of Surfing Instructors) accredited school on the SE coast – the world standard in surf education.

They offer lessons for all ages and levels right up to competitive surfing – allowing Ingemar to pass his skills and experience on to the next generation.

“I was just 10 years old when I entered my first surfing competition in South Africa,” Ingemar commented. “By the age of 12 I was sponsored

by Billabong, the youngest competitor to ever enter the Billabong Pro at Jeffery’s Bay, and South African National Champion for the Under 14s.

For me personally it was too much too soon, and whilst as a husband and father it is great to start competing again since living in the UK, I’m also keen to pass on the lessons I’ve learnt the hard way onto others at the start of their competitive journey, and help invest in the future of Welsh surfing.”

For further information on Cressey's Surf Academy visit www.cresseyssurfacademy.com or contact Ingemar Cressey on m: 07502 124030 e: hello@ingemarcressey.com claiRe cReSSey

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It’s been another unusual spring, characterised by unusually cold weather and a dearth of surf – which then gave way to a perfect swell over the first May bank holiday weekend.

May Day saw warm sunshine cover all of the coast, while a decent swell built throughout the afternoon. And then we returned to the pattern of cold, wet and windy weather. As if often the case, there’s been plenty of rideable surf, but it’s always tended to be buffeted with wind. Here’s hoping that by the time you’re reading this the jet-stream has shifted and broken the cycle.

On the contest scene, it’s been a good month for local surfers, and for the Welsh

porthcawl Surf club Porthcawl Surf Club was formed in March this year with the mission of providing a year round surf club for local kids and adults.

The surf clubs aim is to educate members on all aspects of the surf.

We provide training on how to surf (obviously!): • Water Safety • Surfing Etiquette • Rescue techniques • First Aid • Surfing and the environment • Fitness We've had some great sessions so far.

Fitness sessions where the kids have ran rings around me:

porthcawl football club new youth team Exciting new venture as new youth football team is being created in Porthcawl.

A new youth football team is being formed for the 201314 season, new players are required and anyone interested

Coast Surf Club. The Welsh Nationals were held in Pembrokeshire over the May Day weekend, and our youngsters cleaned up. Emily Williams became one of a very small number of surfers to have done the double – winning both the Junior Girl and Ladies event, while Angharad John was also a double finalist with a second and a third. Greg Owen picked up two seconds in the Masters and Seniors, while Ingemar Cressy took the Seniors title, keeping it in WCSC anyway.

The club came second overall, with other finalist including Tyler Rogers, Martin John and Jo Morris (another double runner-up sure to go one better next year!) – so a big well done to all involved! tom aNdeRSoN

tomandersonbooks.com welshcoastsurfclub.co.uk • Life support sessions, • Some good pool training sessions – thanks to Pyle pool for squeezing us in.

• A great trip to the new Indoor Surf Flowrider at Cardiff • And of course some hardcore surf sessions – the weather hasn't been particularly kind to us so far.

By the time this goes to press, our parents fitness sessions would have started as well.

These are run at the same time as Surf Club and are run by Shapewell Fitness. There is a cost for this but rather than sit in the car – get fit!

Here's to some decent weather in June. hugh muRRay Head Coach , Porthcawl Surf School in playing for Porthcawl Town Athletic FC Youth should contact the coaching team on 07772 297944. Players eligible to play youth football will need to be aged over 16 and under 18 years of age on the 1st September 2013. Training will begin early in July and will include skills and fitness sessions with the teams Level C Licence Coaches. daVid WilliamS

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22561.94 2.90 1706 2327 9.09

14 0429 1047

29 0530 1146

15 0509 1129

30 0012 0617

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31 0105 0715

7.89 3.15 W 1337 7.58 1956 3.39

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