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Parking anarchy

Dear Editor, I refer to the letter from Mr Ivor Evans in your July issue entitled ‘Who is responsible for illegal car parking?’. I think he and all borough residents should know that, under current arrangements, South Wales Police will relinquish their parking enforcement role entirely from December this year but BCBC will not be ready to take over this role until October 2012 at the earliest; some three years after being given notice by SWP that Traffic Wardens were being removed. This means neither Police Community Support Officers nor BCBC officers will be enforcing on-street parking regulations for at least 10 months. As a result, and acknowledged in a report to cabinet on the 28th June 2011, there is likely to be a "severe negative impact on safety and the

Penyfai Church outside lights Dear Editor, I’m minded to respond to ‘name and address supplied’ about their attack over the outside lights fitted to Penyfai church. Describing those lights as being of ‘industrial design’ is like describing my saloon car as a bus; because it has four wheels and an engine and can carry passengers. They are a quite ordinary design of outside light; a type fitted to the exterior of many buildings, including homes and even other churches. As for the possible damage that may occur over time, it depends on how

economy within the Borough", with particular concern for "emergency vehicle response times, public transport routes, disabled, loading and taxi bays obstructed, ‘School Keep Clear’ markings and dangerous parking leading potentially to more child casualties and increased neighbourhood disputes". When I asked the Labour Cabinet members at council how they intended to mitigate this potentially disastrous parking free-for-all, not one member was able to provide an answer but passed the buck to officers who thought the police might cover when necessary. This is totally unacceptable when you consider parking concerns are increasingly being expressed at PACT meetings and other local authorities within the SWP area have already sought Civil Enforcement powers from the Welsh Government. Residents, like

Mr. Evans, might do well to remember this when expressing frustration at the irresponsible and selfish behaviour of some motorists who will undoubtedly take advantage of the prevailing period of anarchy resulting directly from a dilatory Labour administration.

they are fitted to the wall. If screws made of ordinary steel were used, then they may rust over time and hence expand causing stress on the stone - which may lead to fracture: unlikely, but possible. A more likely scenario is that one day, a long time hence, they will fall out or break off leaving the light hanging by its wire. So why would anyone want to remain anonymous while criticising the type of light on a church? Is it fear of retribution? By whom, I must ask? If the writer believes in an all-seeing God, then they will also believe that he or she already knows who wrote that letter.

If they have no such belief; what are they afraid of in being open and honest in their views? So we come to motivation. Is it spite? Do they wish to hurt a person or persons unnamed? Come clean I say. Tell us your real motivation.

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» Cllr. Ken Watts Conservative, Newton

Parking letter response Dear Editor, With regard to the letter posted by Mr Ivor Evans, Green Avenue, Porthcawl in your last issue. I would like to respond to the issue raised about parking in Porthcawl. Firstly it is at present the Police’s responsibility for parking issues within the Porthcawl area. Secondly the Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) in

» Alex Marshall, Penyfai

Re: The Shadow of Your Smile poem 1 Dear Editor, I have read with interest, the items concerning ‘The Shadow of Your Smile’ which featured in issues 138 and 139 of the Seaside News. The facts stated by your readers in

Porthcawl actively pursue vehicles who commit offences by parking on double yellow lines, pavements and general obstructions to driveways or other road users. Again all these issues have been raised by residents at PACT meetings or have contacted their NPT. The picture taken by Mr Evans was also taken by myself on the same day for evidential purposes whereby the four cars in question were booked for Wilful Obstruction, each driver receiving a Fixed Penalty Ticket for that offence. If local residents would like to discuss parking issues where they live then please contact the NPT at Porthcawl or attend a local PACT meeting to raise their concerns and hopefully we can resolve these concerns by working together. » PC Chris Bluck Neighbourhood Beat Manager Porthcawl West

issue 139 are incorrect. The details on this item are as follows: The Shadow of Your Smile, is a song that featured in the 1965 film entitled The Sandpiper (starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton). The song was the work of Johnny Mandel (music) and Paul Francis Webster (lyrics). In 1965 this song won the Academy Award (an Oscar) for Best Song, and it also won the Grammy Award in that same year. Note: Astrid Gilberto won the 1964 Grammy Award for the Best Song (The Girl from Ipanema) with Stangets featuring. The song was written by Antonio Carlos Jobim.

» Tony Lewis, Pyle

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Re: The Shadow of Your Smile poem 2 Dear Editor, Can we once and for all dispel the myth and obvious confusion surrounding the authorship of the beautiful song The Shadow of Your Smile. The song was indeed written for the film The Sandpiper, starring Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor, by Johnny Mandel and Paul Francis Webster. It was made world famous by the legendary Tony Bennett.

» Don Gerrard, Cowbridge

Newton beach Dear Editor, I write this email to you with great sadness and anger. I moved to Porthcawl to enjoy the beaches and lovely walks. Every day I take my dogs across Newton beach, and I love to see people enjoying the beach with their families and dogs, having picnics and making the most of what Porthcawl has to offer. Today is Sunday July 3rd, and as we all know the weather has been some of the best we have all seen this summer. I went down on the beach around 19.30 so my dogs could have a cool off and run around, only to be sickened by what I saw! A hot, full-sized barbecue was left on the beach along with a bag of charcoal, numerous empty plastic kids pop bottles, half eaten food on the floor and the worst thing of all – which if I hadn't seen it for myself I would have never believed it - a used dirty nappy left on the beach for all to see! I watched people sitting on the beach smoking and leaving the ends in the sand. I don't understand the mentality of these people – you have to walk past a bin so why not take it with you; it really isn't that hard to do?

I would also like to send a special thank you to the people that were drinking on the beach and left their glass bottles behind, which resulted in myself and one of my dogs cutting our feet! I would like to remind people that Beach Road is a no-stopping road in the summer months. That doesn't mean you can park where you want with music blaring, block residents' driveways, or give them a mouthful of abuse when asked to move the car. In short put your rubbish in the bin, and be respectful with your parking.

» Tom, Porthcawl

Good old BCBC does it again Dear Editor, I am one of 150 BCBC employees who have been forced to retire because we are over 65 years of age. Council policy is, providing employees are fit, healthy and able to do their job, they can work until the day before their 75th birthday. However, Councillor Huw David brought in a new policy earlier this year. He has decided that it is more cost effective for BCBC employees over the age of 65 to be made to retire, as terminating the employment of employees under the age of 65 years, would mean redundancy payments would have to be made. Obviously this policy does not apply to any councillors, although many of them are over 65 years of ages, yes even 75 years of age, yes, you guessed it again, even 85 years of age. This seems to me to have a smack of ‘ANIMAL FARM’ about it, and I quote, ‘ALL ANIMALS ARE EQUAL, BUT SOME ARE MORE EQUAL THAN OTHERS’.

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» Douglas Davies, Porthcawl

Re: Christian Eyes article Dear Editor, Once again I must comment on Mr Anderson’s odd brand of Christianity, as expressed in the Features page. In the July issue he clumsily compares the message of Jesus to the barb on a fisherman’s hook. Does he mean that Eternal Damnation is the destiny of all those who manage to wriggle free? Or is it the fate of those who don’t? His meaning is as clear as mud. Mr Anderson appears to be out of his depth, gasping for air in a stagnant pond. He is serving up his own, somewhat cruel, fishy analogy and dangling it as fresh as bait for your more vulnerable readers to swallow. Hell is a fictitious place, invented by our ancestors to frighten the masses into

» Jan, Porthcawl

Cardiff 10K for Diabetes UK Dear Editor, I am writing to you to ask your readers to put on their running shoes for the Cardiff 10K to raise vital funds for Diabetes UK Cymru. The Cardiff 10K takes place on Sunday 11th September meaning that people still have plenty of time to train for the challenge, which will take runners through Sophia Gardens and past Cardiff Castle. We give all of our runners a free fundraising pack including a Diabetes UK running vest, sponsorship forms and a training guide to get them on track for the big day. Diabetes is a serious lifelong condition which is increasing in Wales. More than 153,000 people have been diagnosed with either Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes in Wales with 19 more people being diagnosed with the condition every day. By running the Cardiff 10K for Diabetes UK Cymru you will be helping us to support local people with diabetes and fund much-needed research into the condition. To sign up for the run, please call 029 2066 8276, email wales@diabetes.org. uk or visit www.diabetes.org.uk/wales for more information.

» Joseph Cuff, National Fundraising Manager, Diabetes UK Cymru

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Active and sporting end to the year at St John’s

ll pupils at the school were very busy at the end of term. As well as completing work for the year, including Year 11 pupils finishing their GCSEs (we await good news of their results in August!), all age groups have been involved in a variety of activities. One of the highlights was at the end of term when pupils from Nursery to Year 3 enjoyed a visit to Cardiff Bay and Prep and Senior pupils participated in an interesting Activity Day which enabled them to try something different. Activities on offer included cake decorating, jewellery making, surfing, Kung Fu, outdoor art, photography competition and a popular sandcastle building down on Newton Beach. Sports activities have included opportunities for all ages to enjoy a selection of the following: dodgeball tournament, tennis matches, cross country, a navigation walk, rounders and cricket matches, Sony Youth Games not to mention the school Swimming Gala and Sports Days. We have welcomed a number of new pupils who have joined us prior to the year end and also children of

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all ages to our popular taster sessions. The Friends of St John’s held a very successful BBQ and fete and we are looking forward to a Golf Tournament in October to continue our 90th anniversary celebrations.

enabled us to improve so may areas of school with their passion, hard work and enthusiasm. We wish them well for and hope to hear of their continued success in the future. Have a lovely summer!

» Mrs CA Clint, Headmistress www.stjohnsschool-porthcawl.com 01656 783404

» Nic Naish, Headteacher, Newton Primary School

Newton news s some of you may be aware, this is my ﬁnal Seaside News entry as I shall be moving to a school in Cardiff, closer to home, in September. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time in Newton and know that I leave a very special school behind me. The school is very much about celebrating the whole child, opening doors to exciting opportunities and remembering that the little things in life are so important – good manners, being on time, willingness to have a go and that all important smile. The new headteacher, Mr Thorne, is a very fortunate person to have the opportunity to work with the staff, children and community of Newton. I wish him well and the school well for the future. The school also says goodbye to our Year 6. They have been such a credit to the school over the years and have

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Porthcawl Comprehensive School upils (and staff, of course!) looked fabulous decked out in their ﬁnery for the Summer Ball recently (see photo above). This annual 'farewell' event for our Year 13 students was, for the first time, held at the Liberty Stadium and proved to be a delightful evening. At the other end of 'life at PCS', we’ve been holding a myriad of transition events in preparation for welcoming our new Year 7 pupils in September. In addition to individual departments’ transition activities, we have held a Transition Day, a Transition Evening, a Uniform Evening and a disco that raised over £200 for the PTA. Fortunately, the bad weather on 5th July didn’t dampen our athletes’ enthusiasm during another successful Sports Day held at Cardiff Athletics

Stadium. Despite the downpours, there were many notable performances including Aaron Woolcock (Year 7) who achieved “Victor Ludorum” and Nicole Davenport (Year 10) and Felicity Williamson-Sarll (Yr 8) sharing the 'Victrix Ludorum' award. 44 pupils returned home tired but happy following their weekend trip to Disneyland, Paris where they gave a lunchtime concert for visitors to the theme park. Hot off the press: our Humanities Club has won £500 at the National Heritage Awards ceremony in Cardiff for their 'Pollywood' (Porthcawl’s answer to Hollywood) project. Well done! » Mr K Dykes, Headteacher

Summer fun at St Clare’s he ﬁnal weeks of the school year always offer some muchappreciated light relief for pupils, with plenty of extra-curricular activities for them to get involved with. One of the highlights was the School Concert. This year was the first time the Prep and Senior School have worked together and it went down a storm, with tickets for both evenings selling out almost immediately. The music department worked hard to

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produce a fabulous evening that everyone enjoyed. This term it seems there’s been as much happening outside of school as inside! Pupils from Year 10 and 11 took part in the Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh Awards expeditions around Llandovery - they were fairly lucky with the weather, with several breaks in the rain that enabled them to dry off a bit! Year 7s enjoyed a day trip to France to help them practice their language skills; Year 1 spent a sunny day exploring rockpools on the beach; Senior School Business Studies pupils appreciated their trip to a chocolate factory, whilst Years 5 and 6 were given an end of term treat in the form of a trip to Oakwood. The School’s Young Enterprise team have done extraordinarily well this year, picking up the award for ‘Best Trade Stand & Interview’ at the Wales finals against some very stiff competition. Their ‘upcycled’ cake stands have proven immensely popular at every event they’ve taken them to. With pupils (and hopefully parents!) enjoying a well-earned break over the summer holiday, school staff are busy preparing to welcome children back at the start of the new school year. We look forward, also, to A Level and GCSE results which are published towards

the end of this month. » Helen Hughes, St Clare's School, 01656 782509

Oldcastle Primary School skip to success ldcastle Primary School has joined the ‘Take 10’ scheme, which encourages pupils to participate in 10 minutes of exercise every day. It’s the first term that the scheme has been running, and has seen everyone turn their hand to skipping. Skipping was chosen as it’s something that every child can have access to, both at school or at home, as well as being a great form of exercise. In order to make the most of each jump a sponsored skip took place; with the proceeds going to the British Heart Foundation. So far an impressive £500 has been raised. Not only are the pupils keeping active they are also learning about the importance of keeping healthy. A recent health week included lessons on the human body and how to make a healthy smoothie! Year six teacher and PE Co-ordinator, Mr Richard Owen, is passionate about motivating the children to be active,

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and has sought links with Bridgend County Borough Councils Active Young People Department. The AYPD provides support and coach education opportunities to teachers, volunteers and students to deliver extra curricular programmes across schools within Bridgend County Borough. » Supplied by Laura Chambers, BCBC

Nottage Primary ell, where did that year go? As we say our ﬁnal goodbyes to our fabulous Year 6 as they head off for pastures new, it is time to reﬂect on another year laden with successes for our school. I am very proud of our achievements. We gained our THIRD Green Flag for our work in ESDGC. We were visited by ESTYN who looked at our Foundation Phase outdoor learning and said it was excellent. We won the local Library Book Quiz and we raised a fantastic £2,500 for baby Logan Evans Paddern’s trust fund with our now famous 'Logan’s Run' along the seafront. We have also had a great deal of sporting success. Congratulations to our boys football team who got to the final of the cup and won the league. The end of term has been full of exciting events. I was very proud of our Year 6 pupils who came on a residential

trip to Belgium with us. Their behaviour was exemplary and they had a great time. Our year 6 leavers’ show was once again a fabulous event. Our reception classes performed Reception Reflection; another wonderful demonstration of all the fantastic things going on at our school. Nottage Primary School is a great place to be and I know when we return in September it will be the start of another exciting, action-packed year. Thank you to everyone who supports us in everything we do; parents, governors, staff and most importantly pupils. » Sue O’Halloran, Headteacher Nottage Primary School 01656 815540 www.nottageprimary.bridgend.gov.uk

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…yn 2il felly bu cryn ddathlu ym Mhorthcawl! Congratulations to members of Adran and Aelwyd yr Urdd Porthcawl on their recent success at the Europe’s largest youth festival, the National Urdd Eisteddfod 2011 Swansea (May 30 – June 4th). The Adran (primary school age) took part in the choir competition and the recitation group, and were highly commended for their performances. The Aelwyd (comprehensive school age) Two-part Singing Group came 3rd, and the Cerdd Dant (Penillion) Singing Group came 2nd. Both performances were broadcast live on S4C and Radio Cymru, and there was great excitement amongst the young people to have reached the final three from across Wales after having worked so hard over the past few months. For further information about Adran and Aelwyd Porthcawl please e-mail caelleucu@aol.com. » Carys Evans (on behalf of Adran and Aewlyd yr Urdd Porthcawl)

West Park Primary mountainous thank you to all who have helped raise over £3,000 in the Great West Park Velinmanjaro Challenge! Thank you to all our helpers and friends

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who helped make the day a success. We’d like to extend a great big thank you to the Hi-Tide for all their support and encouragement in providing a fantastic welcome to us when we reached them (i.e. the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro!!). They quenched our thirst and provided us with room for our lunch as well as contributing to our fundraising with a generous donation. We’ve enjoyed supporting Tim Velinmanjaro in their massive efforts so far and of course wish them luck with the rest of their challenge to raise £30,000 for Velindre Cancer Centre before their Kilimanjaro climb in 2012. The children made us so proud by giving their all not only by walking over 7 miles (without complaining!) but also by managing to collect such a huge amount of sponsorship. It really was a heart warming, inspiring day. Thanks again to parents, friends and supporters of West Park. » Sam Bennet

Cynfﬁg Comprehensive ur Engineering Team successfully gained the Best Innovation Award in the Young Engineer competition. The team comprising Hannah Jenkins,

Catrin Davies, Alex Curtis-Evans, Ross Cooper and Geraint Sibley have built on this achievement and recently took part in the BIG BANG Engineering and Science competition in Swansea. They impressed the judges so much that they have been nominated to take part in the UK National Science and Engineering Awards in Birmingham in March. Thank you to Mr Daniels, Head of Department for his support in this. In the Royal Welsh Art competition Miranda Penny and Georgia Thomas, year 8 pupils won 2nd and 3rd respectively. Ffion Stapleton, Year 7 gained a highly commended award their work will be exhibited at the showground. In the Animal Aid art competition Laura Underhill in Year 8 and Imogen Pearcey Year 7 were also successful and their work is soon to be seen in the local press. Finally, thank you to Bronwen Addicott, Head of Music who organised a visit from the ‘Only Men Aloud’ choir. This was a fantastic event and a number of our pupils are now going to Maesteg every week to take part in ‘Only Boys Aloud’. It remains for me to say have a pleasant August and a huge thank you to all our staff at Cynffig for their excellent work. » Sue Davies, Headteacher

Heronsbridge School summer fête he Friends of Heronsbridge held their annual school fête recently. The weather was gloriously sunny and the event was well attended. People enjoyed the various stalls and children’s activities, as well as the food and drink available, and a production by the drama and music group ‘Stagecoach’. There was also a football tournament hosted by Bridgend Herons, a Football Festival of Disability Football Teams, providing sporting entertainment. We are proud to have this sporting event on our school field on the day of our fête, as it gives double enjoyment for both footballers and fête visitors. On the day over £5,000 was raised for the charity, the Friends of Heronsbridge, who fundraise to provide resources and equipment, and other necessities and ‘extras’, to benefit the pupils of Heronsbridge School. The theme for this year’s fête was ‘School Days’ and many people dressed appropriately, including the headteacher, Mr Chris Major MBE, who wore short trousers, his old school tie and ‘head boy’ badge to officially open the event. Following the official opening, Mr Andrew Murphy

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presented Mr Major with a cheque for £400, the money raised by Bridgend Junior Boys Football Club, by buying and wearing T-shirts featuring the Friends of Heronsbridge logo. ‘The Friends’ would like to thank the people who helped to organise the fête and worked so hard on the day, and all those who supported the event, and helped to make it such a huge success. » Marjorie Nash

Afon Y Felin news e now have the total raised by our sponsored silence. The children raised £100 for Hearing Loss Wales, and we are now arranging a rafﬂe for The Cystic Fibrosis Appeal. The Rainforest Roadshow paid us a visit last week. They brought along a live stick insect, a scorpion and a tarantula. The children learned a lot about the insect’s habitat, and the more daring pupils held them! Our Juniors who went to Llangrannog arrived home exhausted after all the outdoor activities, but they really enjoyed themselves. We had a team representing our school at the recent Basketball Blitz. We didn’t win, but made it through to the final. Well done! Storytime has now come to an end. Wednesday afternoons will not

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be the same now for the children and parents who attended. Thank you ShelleyAnn for your wonderful stories. Before the end of term, we have sports day, our choir are singing with other school choirs at the Porthcawl Pavilion in a celebration of forty years of the Kenfig Hill Male Voice Choir, we have our leavers' presentation, and we taking part in Cornelly Carnival, so a very busy time in the next week! » A Pritchard, Parent Governor

What does your baby want to say? am excited to bring Sing and Sign, the original baby signing programme to the area. Sing and Sign combines the use of action songs, props, pictures and toys in musical activities designed to stimulate speech and language development. The focus of the class is to teach the parents the signs to help baby communicate before they can speak, whilst stimulating the babies by the music and fun elements of the class. Stage 1 is suitable for babies from 6/7 months to 18 months. Over 10 weeks we introduce 100 signs that are important in a baby’s world. The award

winning programme is set to music, some familiar and some specially written. Classes are fun and relaxed and numbers are strictly limited. Both of my children have signed and I strongly believe it has enhanced their speech. It’s been an invaluable skill and great fun to do! Classes start in September at Awel y Mor Community centre, Porthcawl and Parish Hall, St Theodore, Margam. If you are interested please call 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@ singandsign.co.uk. For full details please see our website: singandsign.co.uk.

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Play sessions take place after school for 2 hours whatever the weather. In Newton, the play team are there from 4–6pm every Tuesday, in term time and in school holidays. Playworkers are encouraging children to enjoy playing outdoors in all weather, so dress to get muddy and wet! All play opportunities are freely chosen by the children and they are free to come and go as they please. The project will be promoting play opportunities in ten areas of Bridgend over the next four years. The play sessions have been popular with parents too, with some parents staying and playing with their children. Parents and neighbours have commented that it’s been nice to see children out enjoying themselves in their local area. For more information please contact Lydia Cook (07866 390726/07827 940966) or email lydiacook@ groundworkbnpt.com » Lydia Cook

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The scheme forms part of a wider County Borough Council’s Economic Development and Countryside Teams. project under Bridgend County Borough Council’s Sustainable Industrial The new estate entrance sign, which Estates Regeneration Programme. has been produced from local stone Councillor Phil White commented: quarried in South Wales, incorporates “Under this scheme industrial estates designs from pupils at nearby across the county borough have Brynmenyn Primary School. received assistance in the form of Tammy Raz-Nick, Business physical improvements which are Regeneration Co-ordinator for Bridgend aimed at tackling issues such as the County Borough Council said: “The new physical environment, economic sign forms part of a wider scheme to stability, crime and wider sustainability. enhance the quality of the landscape “The improvements to this estate have on the estate and contributes toward had a major impact on improving the the overall security of premises surroundings of the businesses located located there. We worked with Town there, as well as helping to attract and Landscape Ltd and Julian Thomas, further investment.” Principal Landscape Architect at Bridgend County Borough Council, to » Supplied by Nicola Fedyszyn, BCBC carry out the project. “We also enlisted the services of a visual artist, Anne Gibbs who conducted a series of art workshops with pupils o, not with Wallace and Gromit, from Brynmenyn Primary School.” although Shaun the Sheep was Anne Gibbs said: “The pupils worked there! together in pairs to create two Recently, Rotarians from the Rotary dimensional designs of what their sign Clubs of Porthcawl, Bridgend and would look like and used paper collage Maesteg took 120 excited children, with different types of letters, stamps between the ages 9 and 11, to the and stencils.” Gower Heritage Park on Rotary’s Brynmenyn Primary School head annual 'Kids Out.' Clare Dale, said: “It has been a great The National Rotary Kids Day Out project for the children at the school, started in 1991, and is held on the and has given them an opportunity second Wednesday in June every year. to develop new skills and explore Over 25,000 children from all over the different styles of artwork.” country take part thanks to over 750

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Rotary clubs. The children (40 from Pil Primary School, 40 from schools in Maesteg and 40 from Bridgend) were organised into groups of 16 by the Heritage staff, and there were activities and stickers galore for them! The children’s own feedback proves what a success the day was: "I enjoyed the water mill and watching the coracle"…"The duck race was fun"…"I enjoyed feeding the animals"…"I enjoyed riding on the tractor". One said her favourite part was watching Shaun the Sheep in the smallest cinema in Wales – La Charrette. Here’s hoping Kids Out 2012 will be as successful! » Ivor Williams

Little Footsteps irstly we would like to thank all our family, friends and those parents who sponsored us for our 10k Race for Life for Cancer Research. We had a wonderful morning, the atmosphere was brilliant and we completed the race in 1 hour, 7 minutes. We were cheered on by our hubbies and children, followed by a loud shout “Yeah, you're not last mummy!“ I think that encouraged the last 500 metres and certainly made us laugh.

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In total we raised an amazing £1078.50 for Cancer Research. We know this will be used to help fund new research. Thank you once again for all of your support and kindness in sponsoring us, it was greatly appreciated. Nicola, a member of our staff, also completed the 5k Race for Life on the Sunday, raising nearly £280 herself. She ran this race for her sister who is currently receiving treatment. We are already thinking about next year's race and how much quicker we’ll be able to do it! Don’t forget we are holding a summer fete/open day in our Rest Bay Nursery on the 6th August at 12.30pm –4pm, all welcome. We shall be having a variety of stalls, games, bouncy castle, face painting, BBQ and lots, lots more. It will also give you a chance to see what fantastic facilities we have on offer and to come and see our wonderful outdoor area. This is our 3rd year of organising our summer fete and we have many more years ahead of us to organise more. Since our last article we have enjoyed a wonderful sports day, the children thoroughly enjoyed the races, especially the buggy race – I think this was their favourite. We have also celebrated our graduation, a very sad afternoon

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for all; we have said goodbye to our preschoolers, ready for their new adventure to 'big school'. There were lots of tears from very proud staff and parents/carers; they all looked beautiful in their cap and gowns. All of the children will be missed dearly, although we hope to see them very soon in our After School Club and Holiday Club. We would like to say a huge thank you to both of our preschool teams for all of the hard work and dedication that they have put into their roles this past year and for the experiences and learning opportunities they have offered our children. Don’t forget our 'Big Footsteps Summer Camp' holiday club over the summer holidays. We have lots of planned activities and trips ready. Please contact us on 01656 858381 if you would like to book dates through the holidays; it will be lots of fun! Thank you again to all of our staff, children, parents/carers for all the support, encouragement and feedback which we receive – thanks. » Stacey and Corinne (see advert below for details)

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people of all ages and abilities, right across the borough. Many activities are discounted or even free, including swimming at leisure centres such as Pyle and Bridgend. I’d recommend a look at our programme of activities at www. bridgend.gov.uk/leisure or just call into our leisure centres, libraries or the Grand Pavilion to pick up a free copy. Enjoy the rest of your summer, good luck with those results, and I’m looking forward to telling you more about our new skateboard club in the next edition.

big well done to pupils and teachers after yet another busy school year. I’m always impressed by how much learning, sports and extra-curricular activity you fit into each term! For anyone who is waiting for exam results, including GCSEs, AS-levels, A-levels and Welsh-Bac, I hope your hard work has paid off. I’m crossing my fingers for you all. The summer holidays are about » Councillor Alana Davies relaxing and taking some time out. BCBC Cabinet Member for You know what they say about all Children and Young People work and no play! I also know that as Tel 01656 643643 April - September 2011 (term time only) a mum of five, when my daughters www.bridgend.gov.uk were growing up I inevitably heard "I’m bored" at some point in the Bridgend recreational holidays. Now I’m also a nan, I’m centre always looking for things to entertain my grandchildren and Bridgend County Borough has a lot to offer, without costing a fortune. As well as all our gorgeous (and free!) beaches, parks and countryside, the council’s ‘School’s Out’ summer fun programme runs until the end of August offering something for young

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recent change to the way that childcare costs are notiﬁed to the Inland Revenue could beneﬁt working parents who have to pay for childcare costs in the long summer break. Until now, if parents' childcare cost rose over the summer, they had to claim in advance an estimated amount, which would be averaged out and paid weekly. Thus parents needed to remember to put aside the extra each week so they had enough when they needed it. The change allows parents a choice. They can stick with the old system, or they can choose to claim just for the weeks when they need help. The Inland Revenue then increase the family's tax credits for that period only. An important part of my casework for people within our region concerns tax credits - some people aren't getting what they are entitled to, while others end up facing large demands for repayments. Often this is because the system is too inflexible to react to the way real families live their lives. That is why this change is so useful, as it allows families to choose which method suits them the best. Families who want to take advantage of this change, should contact the tax credit helpline on 0845 300 3900. (Text phone: 0845 300 3909). » Peter Black AM Welsh Liberal Democrats www.peter-black.net www.peterblack.blogspot.com

Happy Birthday www he internet, like electricity and the petrol engine has fundamentally revolutionised our daily lives. It is 20 years since the internet became publicly available. In that short time, it has changed the way many of us communicate, shop and organise our lives. Consumers have been empowered to shop around in ways they couldn’t before and revolutions have been fuelled by making communication possible even under oppressive regimes. Social networking websites have been identified as a crucial factor in facilitating the Arab Spring. 73% of UK households now have internet access and our critical systems such as energy rely heavily on

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We must tackle this near-medieval broadband coverage map of access to broadband across the UK produced by Ofcom has revealed the Bridgend borough area to be among the worst areas for coverage. Only the most remote parts of Scotland and northern England do as badly as Wales generally, and we live in an age where we cannot survive on near-medieval broadband coverage, if we are serious about tackling problems with the economy and issues of social exclusion. This map suggests that not enough has changed since the Wales Rural Observatory report into Deep Rural Localities was published in 2009. Then, while over 90% of respondents considered broadband either essential or desirable, only just over half received broadband services. There remains areas of Wales that have little improved on that figure. Recognising that broadband is becoming as important to infrastructure as transport links, Plaid produced very detailed proposals as to how access to broadband could be improved across the whole of Wales, even in those areas that are topographically and demographically challenging. Nobody is saying this is going to be easy, and getting commercial operators involved to provide network coverage will be a challenge. But delivering a 21st Century network should be a matter of priority for the Welsh Government, not least because it frees up people to live their lives the way they prefer to, and encourages creativity and entrepreneurism in areas like Porthcawl and Bridgend borough. » Bethan Jenkins AM, (01639) 643549 bethan.jenkins@wales.gov.uk

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WAS brought up in a seaside village on Gower so I have a great afﬁnity for the sea and for our coastal resorts in Wales. Porthcawl is a great town with a lot of potential. But my fear is that the proposed regeneration plans, which have yet to be implemented, will not give the town what it needs to become a larger tourist draw. And what it needs – according to the people who live there – is a swimming pool. They have signed petitions in their thousands and agitated for 20 years or more but to no avail. BCBC manages to find the money to maintain and run pools in all the other towns in the borough – Bridgend, Maesteg and Pencoed – and also in communities smaller than Porthcawl – Ynysawdre and Pyle. I hope that the council can now find the political will to do something for Porthcawl and look again at the Regeneration Strategy to see if a pool can be incorporated. After all, the council stands to make millions from the sale of its land to developers – even after paying private landowners their share. But the assets that BCBC is selling were accumulated by the former Porthcawl UDC using money contributed by Porthcawl ratepayers only. They deserve to get something in return if only for the sake of natural justice. » Byron Davies, Welsh Conservative Regional AM for South Wales West

COOL OOL – or Country of Origin Labelling – has been a popular topic in my postbag of late with dozens of letters and emails including many from local WI branches urging me to support proposals in the European Parliament designed to help Welsh shoppers to be able to choose meat from British farms. The plans will require almost all prepacked meats on sale in shops to carry information about where the animal came from. Currently only beef and fish need to have COOL packaging. MEPs have been leading the campaign to introduce the new rules and I actively supported not only the new legislation that has just been approved by the Parliament but also the campaign to extend it to cover all processed meat products such as

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sausages and ready meals. Consumers should have the right to know the origins of where their food comes from and these rules are a positive step forward for effort to ensure shoppers have upfront information about what they buy. It is welcome news for consumers who prefer to buy local and good news for Welsh farmers as well. The rules are expected to come into force by the end of 2014, though it is expected that many suppliers will begin adopting the practice well in advance of that date. » Derek Vaughan Member of the European Parliament (Wales), Labour T: 02920 227660 E: contact@ derekvaughanmep.org.uk

Mayoral Message y Consort, Mr Bill Stubbs, and I have had a hugely enjoyable and busy few weeks since my ﬁrst message to all you readers. We have been invited to many events and functions in the local area, and beyond, including the Porthcawl Rotary President's night, the Porthcawl Lions' Charity Golf Day, the Inner Wheel Handover Tea, Porthcawl YMCA Annual Meeting and the AGM of the Scouts Association. We have attended a number of coffee mornings held in aid of local charities including the one in Dr Parry’s house to support Crossroads for Carers, and in the Porthcawl Museum to support my charities which are Barnardo’s, Tenovus and RNLI. We recently attended the Royal British Legion's Poppy Party to celebrate their 90th anniversary. My Civic Service at All Saints Church followed by my Civic Tea at the Grand Pavilion was a very special event for me. I could not have expected any better support than everyone gave me. Canon Masson’s service, staff at the Pavilion, Male Voice Choir, Nottage Primary School Choir, Mrs Erica Beynon and Col Canto – all were superb. I wish to thank the Town Clerk, Alison and her Assistant, Sarah for all their hard work. My husband and I have also attended Civic Services in Laleston, Bridgend and Cowbridge. We have already met many organisations and residents in the local areas, and we very much look forward to meeting many more. » Cllr Barbara Stubbs, Porthcawl Town Mayor

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Pyle/Porthcawl Adult Support Centre easide News readers will know Pyle Life Centre as a fantastic community hub and so it’s the perfect location for the new Pyle/ Porthcawl Adult Support Centre. The support centre, which my fellow BCBC Cabinet member Councillor Huw David and I had the honour of opening last month (July), is designed for adults with a learning disability. It’s one of a number of similar centres around the borough, including the new facility in my own ward of Sarn. We’ve created them because as a council we want to provide services which are local and more accessible. We recognise that our service users benefit most when they can enjoy greater engagement within their own community and this is certainly true of our two new centres. The enjoyment of the adults using them and the value they take from the experience is evident. I’m very grateful to all the staff who have played their part in creating centres such as these. They are more than simply buildings: most important is what happens within the building and from the building. I’m proud that our support centres promote such inclusivity, choice, independence and empowerment. I’d like to say a personal thank you to the service users and their families and friends who, along with the staff, make our adult support centres such happy, enjoyable and fulfilling places to visit. » Councillor Mel Nott, tel: 01656 643643, www.bridgend.gov.uk

Regeneration in Porthcawl can thoroughly recommend the new shared footpath and cycleway linking the promenade across Lock’s Common all the way down to Rest Bay. It is proving to be very popular with residents and visitors including cyclists, wheelchair users and parents with pushchairs. The 1.3km path was installed by Bridgend County Borough Council, Porthcawl Town Council and the Welsh Government to improve coastal access and provide a safe, direct route. It will eventually form a key section in the Wales Coastal Path project. Plans are also afoot to add an extra 800 metres to the existing 300 metre boardwalk at Rest Bay. This was constructed on a rough footpath and shingle embankment between Rest Bay and Sker Point in June 2010. A pedestrian counter revealed that more than 41,000 people used the boardwalk in just seven months. That scheme also replaced two stone

stiles with new access gates, and the proposed extension will allow the boardwalk to carry on as far as the second gate. It’s efforts like these which are forming part of the wider regeneration project, and show the progress we are making as we await the biggerscale developments such as the £3m harbour contract which will be starting next spring, the planned public exhibition for the retail phase and exciting events like the new adrenaline festival and UK Pro-Surf Tour – all of which just go to show what an attractive venue Porthcawl is becoming. » Deputy Leader David Sage, Bridgend County Borough Council 01656 643643

Disability hate crime was pleased to note the important issue of disability hate crime gain a mention in the Senedd recently, when Rebecca Evans AM discussed the Mencap report ‘Living in fear’. The report notes that over 90% of people with a learning disability had suffered some form of physical or verbal abuse from people they did not know. No doubt you’ll agree that these findings are wholly unacceptable. It is important that all disabled people are able to live their lives without fear of attack or abuse and I welcome and support the Mencap campaign ‘Stand by Me’ to tackle disability hate crime. Much good work on the issue has also been done by Disability Wales, and by local groups such as the Bridgend Coalition for Disabled People, which is chaired by Bridgend resident, Simon Green. Partnerships with the Police and other organisations are crucial to ensure that when incidents of disability hate crime occur, they are dealt with effectively and appropriate support is provided to victims of crime. For more information on disability hate crime visit www. disabilitywales.org. » Carwyn Jones, First Minister

Neighbourhood policing for Nottage & Rest Bay Your top priorities • Speeding – Fulmar Road You said, we did You said – You told us your concerns regarding vehicles speeding at different times of the day. We took action – PCSOs Rees and Philemon carried out a scoping exercise at 7pm on Monday 27th June. The exercise lasted for one hour and the speed of 117 vehicles was…

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« continued from previous page …recorded using a hand-held speed camera. Eleven vehicles were driving in excess of 35mph with the average speed being 33mph. Drivers of vehicles caught speeding have been issued with warning letters and vehicle details kept on a database for future use. Similar exercises will be carried out at different times of the day. Other information There has been a number of burglaries of late in the Nottage and Rest Bay area. Persons unknown have gained access to insecure garages and removed pedal cycles from within. Please take steps to lock all outer doors and garages and be vigilant at all times. If you see anything suspicious please contact the police on 101. Officers are making enquiries to trace the persons responsible and are carrying out high visibility patrols in the area. If you require any crime prevention advice then please contact myself on number provided.

PACT meeting at 8pm on 16th August at the Scout Hall, West Park Drive, Porthcawl » PCSO 54295 Leighton Rees

afon y Felin primary pupils with chloe Baker, sam matthews and Jay smalldon with pc steve carpenter and councillor Jeff tildsley

Pyle & Cefn watch peration ‘ROOK’ has been set to detect the culprits responsible for the lead thefts in the area. After the last PACT meeting, members of the public felt that the thefts needed to be treated as a priority. South Wales Police will continue every effort to catch these culprits. Pyle NPT recently teamed up with ANPR, and seized 8 vehicles for offences varying from no insurance to disqualified drivers. 32 fixed penalty notices were issued for various offences, such as not wearing a seatbelt, light defects, and bald tyres. Pyle NPT have also been in talks with road safety department BCBC, who are going to be carrying out a speed survey on several roads throughout Pyle, Kenfig Hill and Cefn Cribwr. Local traffic officers have been carrying out patrols monitoring speeding and other traffic offences as a result of concerns raised in the last PACT meeting. Parking at local schools is still problematic, with many members of the public not respecting traffic lines put in place for children’s safety. Patrolling all five schools in the community is difficult, however we try to split our time and manage them as best we can.

ysgol y Ferch o’r sger pupils hailie Buckley, indeg evans and seren edwards with pc steve carpenter and councillor Jeff tildsley FIve FPNs have been issued to offending vehicles that have ignored warnings given; and operation ‘malteser’ has now been set up for any available police officers to patrol the schools at peak times, and take positive action of persons ignoring road markings and signage. If you would like to have your say, please attend one of our PACT meetings. For more information please visit www.ourbobby.com » PCSO Rebecca Morgan

South Wales Police and local schools join together to 'Keep Kenﬁg Safe' outh Wales Police has been working with Kenﬁg Nature Reserve and local school children to combat antisocial behaviour in the area. Pupils from Ysgol y Ferch O’r Sger, Afon y Felin and Corneli Primary School have been designing posters for the ‘Keeping Kenfig Safe’ campaign. The competition saw Reserve Warden Graham Holmes and School Liaison Officer Steve Carpenter delivering lessons to the children around how to look after the natural beauty area.

Pupils then designed posters to highlight to visitors how to use Kenfig Nature Reserve safely, and with consideration for others. The winners were invited down to Kenfig Nature Reserve on Thursday to watch the helicopter in action and have a tour with the crew. To add to the children’s actionpacked morning, the Crimewatch Roadshow also broadcasted live from the event, as part of a 3 day filming schedule with South Wales Police. The BBC1 production documented the work of the force’s specialist operations teams across the South Wales region. Kenfig Nature Reserve, which is known for its natural beauty and wildlife, experiences problems such as off-road biking, littering, dog fouling and youth annoyance. At over 1,300 acres in size, the reserve remains vastly inaccessible for many police vehicles. South Wales Police has developed ways to effectively combat these issues, despite the difficulties presented by the park’s terrain. Sergeant Mike Davies, from the Porthcawl and Pyle neighbourhood policing team explained: “We now have mountain bikes, which are funded by the Kenfig Trust, as well

Sabah Al Ahmad Sea City part ﬁve onsiderable problems were experienced with the growing of mangroves. After a disastrous start, with the loss of all of the imported seedlings from Saudi Arabia and a freak hail storm that stripped the young plants of their leaves, some 5 years later hundreds of thriving mangrove plants can be seen around the perimeter of the islands. In 2008 the annual marine survey identified that all of the pre-existing species were successfully flourishing and that the overall species count had risen from a pre-disturbance figure of 120 to over 1000 species of macro biota, including one species new to science. This microscopic crustacean species was named Euridice Marzouki. With the myriad of engineering and environmental challenges the one caused the team the most sleepless nights was the effective circulation of water throughout the extensive network of canals. Whilst near shore flushing was easily obtained, flushing and water exchange deep into the project was a major challenge. Without proper flushing and water exchange the waterways would soon become hyper saline, devoid of oxygen and susceptible to any pollutant that may be accidentally introduced. This would lead to a stagnant body of water unable to sustain a wide ranging eco system. Certainly not a desirable environment to live alongside. Sophisticated computer software demonstrated that by the time the tide was able to penetrate half way into the project it would have turned, thus not flushing the innermost depths of the project. Solutions such as pumping and artificial aeration by fountains were quickly ruled out as unsustainable. Not only because of the capital and long term maintenance costs, but the amount of energy

used in their operation. An innovative solution was needed. The design team thought that tidally powered gates were possibly the solution. The introduction of a series of gates into the system would force the tide to circulate around the project rather than just in and out. The computer models showed that this would lead to an exchange of 90% of all of the water in the system within 10 days. This far exceeded the minimum internationally recognised requirements. However, these gates would be very big. Specialist hydraulic designers identified that six gates, each 50 square meters in area and over 10 tonnes in weight would be needed. The gates were manufactured in the UK and built into specially designed culverts towards the end of 2010. To date water quality and environmental conditions on the project have exceeded all expectations. Water quality monitoring is carried out on a daily basis. Such a rigorous regime of testing is able to demonstrate that at all locations within the site the water quality is equal to that of the external waters of the Gulf. If further proof of the water quality is needed a remarkable find was discovered last year. Without any assistance from the team corals are starting to grow within the project site. With the worldwide demise of many coral reefs this can only be seen as remarkable. Some of the statistics on a project of this size are staggering. None more than the amount of material that had to be excavated from the lagoons and

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place on the land to raise it above future predicted sea levels. In addition the historically deposited silts both in the lagoons and the land zones had to be separated from the useable sands and taken to predefined spoil areas. By the time the project is completed they will have moved more material than was excavated in the construction of the Suez Canal. In the first 3 completed phases a total of over 50 million cubic metres of material has been moved. At the peak of the work activity over 50,000 cubic metres (100,000 tonnes) of material was moved in a 24 hour operation. Excavating the material was only the start of the immense challenge. In order to lift the land to account for sea level change between 2 to 5 meters of sand had to be placed. In order to allow for future buildings to be constructed this material had to be in a compacted and dense condition, otherwise buildings would settle. If this had been done using conventional roller compactors schedules could not have been met. The decision was made to use a seldom use technique called ‘dynamic compaction’. In this method a 100 tonne crane drops a 15 tonne weight from a height of 10 meters onto the ground. The effect is to drive the soil particles together with huge force, a mini earthquake. By the time the project is finished they will have made over 10 million drops. » Ian Williams, Project Director, La'ala Al Kuwait Real Estate, Kuwait (and Porthcawl resident)

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NeWs sgt. mike davies and his team tell crimewatch about their work with Kenﬁg nature reserve as a 4 x 4 vehicle for the area, so we are able to get to most places within the reserve. Due to this, we have seen much success with regards to scrambler bike seizures and warnings.” The local policing team and Reserve Wardens also receive help from the skies, as the South and East Wales helicopter team assist with incidents in Kenfig, such as searches to find vulnerable and missing persons who have wandered onto the reserve. Sergeant Davies continues: “By far the best tool we have is the South Wales and Gwent helicopter WO99, as it can search huge areas of land day or night in a fraction of the time it takes ground-based officers to do so. It is a fantastic resource to prevent and detect crime, and also to keep both the public and the safe.” Commenting on the ‘Keeping Kenfig Safe’ event, Inspector Gary Smart, from the South and East Wales Air Support Unit said: “This has been an excellent event, on both a local and national level. It’s been great to show the children around the helicopter, and most importantly, demonstrate to the community what the police working as a team do to reduce crime on the reserve.

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“Thanks to the Crimewatch Roadshow, we’ve also been able to show the rest of the UK how Gwent and South Wales Police work together to police the skies of the region, using local knowledge to assist our colleagues on the ground in keeping our communities safe.” Kenfig Nature Reserve Warden Graham Holmes said: “Our relationship with our police friends will carry on well into the future, and we’ll continue to work together to keep Kenfig Nature Reserve a safe and beautiful place for people to visit.” » Sergeant Mike Davies, Porthcawl & Pyle Neighbourhood Policing Team

Newton Beach clean up! embers of the community, council, police and ground workers from Bridgend all came together recently to clean up Newton Beach. The process started at 10am until 12 noon. The beach was spotless when the session was finished and many black bags were filled! Thank you to all who were involved; this has had a great impact on our community! » PCSO Holly Prosser

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FeAtUres Through Christian eyes

(A monthly thought from a Christian perspective) ustice is getting what we do deserve. Mercy is not getting what we do deserve. Grace is getting what we don’t deserve. A father neglects his children. His words are critical and abusive. His money is mostly spent on himself and his children get no quality time. They are physically hit, bullied and sent to steal from shops. Dad gets them addicted to drugs as a means of control and domination. Worse abuse takes place. What does justice in our Courts mean for this man? Justice in the Courts of Heaven is even more severe. God the Father thinks of and treats these young children as His own. How would you judge a man who continually abused your child in these ways? Would you condemn this man to Hell? God would. However, God the Father and Jesus His Son, would have mercy on this man where some of us wouldn’t. If the father became genuinely sorry, willing to change and to learn, God is merciful, willing to give this man eternal joy in Heaven because God is full of mercy and grace. Jesus Christ was crucified to replace this man’s punishment. You and I have justice on our trail. If we don’t want to get what we do deserve, and want what we don’t deserve, mercy, and grace have to be the treasures

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Bruce (centre) at his induction with president roger grannum and his mentor david hubbard.

we search for…Jesus didn't make it easy saying "If you don’t forgive others, you won’t be forgiven".

» Paul Anderson

New Zealander Bruce joins the Rotary Club of Bridgend he latest member to be inducted into the Rotary Club of Bridgend is New Zealander Bruce Bradley, who now lives in Broadlands with his wife and family. Bruce works as a Marine Health, Safety, Security and Quality Manager overviewing Harbour Tugs around the UK Coast including Wales, and Super Yachts in the Mediterranean for SVITZER Marine Ltd; one of the world's largest Marine Harbour and Ocean Towage Companies. Bruce was a Rotarian in New Zealand and at his induction he said ”I am looking forward to helping with the valuable work of Rotary in Bridgend, and joining in the social activities of this very active club”. The Rotary Club of Bridgend is in 'good health' as Bruce takes the membership to 43 men and women members. We have an exciting comprehensive programme this year, which will include reinstating the Fun Run in co-operation with the Rotary Clubs of Porthcawl and Maesteg. For further information go to www.rotarybridgend. org.uk, and for information on how to become a Rotarian, please contact Rotarian Dianne Hubbard on 01656 658595. » Dianne Hubbard

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Cosmic distance record broken cataclysmic stellar explosion may be the most distant single object yet observed with a telescope. Scientists believe that the blast, detected by the Swift space observatory, occurred 520 million years after the Big Bang. That means that its light has taken 13 billion years to reach Earth. The event, which was picked up by Swift in 2009 April, has been designated GRB 090429B. GRB stands for 'gamma-ray burst', a sudden pulse of very-high-energy radiation usually associated with extremely violent processes, such as the final collapse of giant stars. The star would have been perhaps 30 times the mass of our Sun. Swift, as its name implies, has to act quickly to catch gamma-ray flashes because they often last only a few minutes. Fortunately, an afterglow at longer wavelengths will persist sometimes for days, which allows follow-up observations by other telescopes that can then determine distance. Astronomers are compelled to probe the farthest reaches because they are particularly keen to trace the very first populations of stars - hot blue giants that would have formed out of the cold neutral gas that pervaded the young cosmos. Such stars would have had brilliant but brief lives, producing the very first heavy elements. » Clive Down, Bridgend Astronomical Society

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ATC National Sports Award for Kenﬁg Hill Air Cadet

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ongratulations to Cadet Olivia Norris for achieving the National Sports Representative Certiﬁcate for representing the Air Training Corps National Team at Cross Country this year. Flt Lt Barry C Thomas, Officer Commanding 2117 (Kenfig Hill) Squadron said, "I am absolutely delighted that Cadet Norris has achieved this award. I have been in command of the squadron for 23 years and this is the first time we have had a cadet who has received this award". If you are male or female and at least 13 years old then why not join 2117 (Kenfig Hill) Squadron ATC. We are also looking for adult staff members and Civilian Committee members. We parade on Tuesdays and Fridays from 7pm to 9.30pm. For more information please contact the Squadron on parade nights, telephone 01656 670125.

n 1983 a village group based in Cefn Cribwr was formed to save Bedford’s ironworks from collapse. This group, called Y Cefn Gwyrdd (or the Gwyrdd as it is known locally) worked closely with Ogwr Borough Council and suceeded in securing this unique structure for future generations. It is now a scheduled Ancient Monument overseen by Cadw and owned by Bridgend County. Open to the public daily from 10am–5pm it was described by the late Professor Knight as one of the best examples of a small ironworks in Europe, due to the fact that all of the buildings associated with iron making are to be seen here. I wonder how many of our readers have visited one of Bridgend county’s industrial gems? In 1984 the group discovered that the recently closed Victorian Signal Box was about to be demolished and so set about preserving this part of Cefn’s industrial heritage. Rescue plans were set in place and its future was secured with the Prince Of Wales award in 1985. The Box is leased from Network Rail and houses an upstairs exhibition

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Porthcawl RNLI Rescue Three in Heat Wave orthcawl RNLI Lifeboat was launched recently to assist six people in the water at Ogmoreby-Sea. The RNLI Lifeboat was called out just after lunch in very high temperatures. Members of the public had reported that three adults and three children were in difficulties in the sea at Ogmore. The children were on body boards and were being swept out to sea by the strong current. Two of the adults, the mother and grandfather of the children, tried to swim out to them but got into difficulties themselves. A surfer saw the trouble they were in and assisted the adults with his surfboard. The lifeboat arrived on scene and recovered all three of the adults into the boat. The three children had managed to make it ashore safely. The female casualty was suffering from exhaustion and water inhalation and was given oxygen by the lifeboat crew. The lifeboat returned to the boathouse to awaiting coastguards and ambulance crews who attended the casualties. The ambulance crew were happy to release all three adults who were then taken back to Ogmore-by-Sea to be reunited with their children. » Aileen Jones, Deputy Launching Authority

Administration, accounts and book - keeping help needed! ooking for something new to do, needing a new experience or wanting a reference on your CV? Porthcawl-based charity, Sustainable Wales needs volunteer help in the office with accounts/bookkeeping and administration. IT skills are essential. Sage software is currently used and we expect the task to require only 2 days equivalent per month. If you would like to work in the office supporting general administration then we would like to hear from you too. This could include reception, telephone, IT, databasing, filing, photocopying or general secretarial duties. If you would like to know more please ring Margaret on 01656 783405 or email mm@sustainablewales.org.uk

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Historical Postcards from Kenﬁg: Kenﬁg and the French Revolution

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PAWS DOG SHOW 2011 We are delighted to announce that on Sunday 28th August at Salt Lake Green, Porthcawl, the PAWS Annual Dog Show will be back! The show will take place from 11am til 4pm and all dogs in the borough and beyond are invited to take part! It’s a fun time for all the family - young and old alike - with drinks, snacks and plenty to entertain you. Dog Show categories are: Waggiest Tail, Most Appealing Eyes, Scruffiest Dog, Happiest Dog, Best

» Margaret Minhinnick

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based upon the railway industry and the life story of David Griffiths, signalman at Cefn Junction from 1901-1937. The downstairs exhibition tells the story of the development of the other industries associated with the Cwsc and Waun areas of Cefn Cribwr; brickmaking, ironmaking, coalmining and the development of the Dyffryn Llynfi tramroad which passed through the Cwsc on its way to Porthcawl. This year we hope to attract school visits to Cefn Junction. A teachers’ pack has been distributed to all schools between Tondu and Corneli and it is to be hoped that children will visit this beautiful little building and learn more about life and industry during the last two centuries If you are interested in visiting the Box, it is open to the public on Bank Holiday Monday from 1-4 pm. It is also the starting point for two guided walks to the ironworks on Saturday the 24th of September as part of the Civic Trust Wales Open Door initiative. Follow the signs in Cefn for Bedford Park and then Cefn Junction signs. A warm welcome and a cup of tea awaits you. If you are interested in a group visit please contact John Mason on 01656 742348. » John Mason by the event people of Kenfig were disturbed as was and, a year later, a gift of ten guine on the war carry ‘to nt rnme made to the gove our country and against our enemies, to defend properties’. y Down and One of the leading families of Storm at the start aded behe hter daug Marlas saw their Waters had of the French Revolution. Charlotte she followed her married a French nobleman and . husband to the guillotine in 1789 cousin, Sir Twenty-five years later Charlotte’s . for his John Waters, was awarded the K.C.B 14). Military 7–18 (180 War sula efforts in the Penin in this war and intelligence played a crucial part ks to men like victory was obtained, in part, than of Wellington John Waters, who served the Duke as a spy. wstyl » Mansel Jones, author of Tang om nes.c sel-jo .man www

Rescue and Most Like Owner! Which of these could your pet win? Come on down, bring your dog and set those tails wagging! If you can’t make our dog show, please be sure to pop in and buy something from our shop at 3 Lias Road, Porthcawl. We have a large selection of second hand books upstairs, as well as clothes, toys and bric-a-brac, with all proceeds going to local animals in need. Thanks all - we hope to see you at the show! » Helga Collier

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The Rest diary ollowing our announcement in the July issue of the Seaside News, offering to take our on-screen version of our presentation of the how the Rest was conceived and developed to any of your meetings, we had an overwhelming response from many local organisations. It was amazing the amount of genuine interest that was shown by everyone in the area. All the folk who attended sat spellbound throughout the hour-long presentation and they were completely amazed at the endeavour shown by Dr Jenkins in setting up such a truly magnificent concept. So don’t forget our offer still stands and it is completely free of charge. If you just give us a ring we would be delighted to arrange a suitable time to attend your meeting place. Also if any of you would like to be shown around we would also be delighted to show you our magnificent building. Meanwhile our Car Boot Sales for this month will be held on Sundays the 7th and 21st August when our home cooked pasties, pies and light refreshments will, as usual, be on sale for your enjoyment. If you have any queries just give us a ring. » Supplied by Linda Wade and Staff, The Rest, Porthcawl. Tel: 01656 772066

Porthcawl KRUF Barbecue

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nce again Mrs Jean Schoﬁeld, Chairman of the Porthcawl Branch of Kidney Wales (KRUF) opened up her lovely garden to host the annual fundraising barbecue. Over 80 people attended including local MP Madeline Moon. The food was kindly donated by friends of the committee and committee members and everyone enjoyed socialising on a lovely sunny afternoon. A total of over £1,100 was taken which will be used for supporting local patients requiring treatment at either the Heath or Morriston Hospital. Many thanks are due to everyone who attended and contributed to making it such a successful event.

president's chain. Also the club is very proud to now have member Laurence Pearce as the new District Governor for 2011-2012: congratulations and all good wishes Larry. To start the new, busy Lion year we have the Sunday car boot sales at The Rest on August 7th and 21st and the grand book sale at the Seabank on the weekend of August 13th and 14th. Also the club will be participating in the Sea Festival, especially the Teddy Bears' Picnic at Cosy Corner on Saturday 6th August. Such an active club always needs new members, so if you are interested come along to the Hi-Tide 7.45pm on the first or second Tuesdays of the month or telephone Don on 01656 788583. A very warm welcome awaits.

» Gail Ralph

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Life with the Porthcawl Lions

Porthcawl Townswomen's Guild

i readers – yes it is me, turned up again like a bad penny! Well, July was certainly an historic month for Porthcawl Lions. Just ten years after admitting their first female member, following the annual Handover Dinner at the Atlantic Hotel, they have not only a female president but a female vice-president as well. After an excellent meal outgoing president Ralph Anslow installed Joan Cosson as the new president. Joan thanked Ralph for his dedication and hard work and congratulated him on a very successful year. She then presented Carole Roberts with the vice-

ur chairman is on holiday so we were welcomed to our meeting by our vice chairman Shirley Masterman. We had a few visitors and it is always nice to see new faces. Final arrangements were made for all our outings and luncheons and there was great enthusiasm shown for our campaign to knit Teddies for Tragedies and the knitting of squares for blankets for the third world. Our speaker Mrs Jennifer Pitts was introduced and we were in for a very funny afternoon with songs and monologues of the late Joyce Grenfell and we were certainly not disappointed.

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Our next meeting is on the 7th of September and will be our Harvest Tea with entertainment. It will be at 2pm at All Saints Church Hall to which all visitors will be made very welcome. » Freda Rodger, Press Officer

WI NEWS

The speaker was Terry Molesley, accompanied by his wife and Derek Mitchell, all involved in Bridgend Multiple Sclerosis Society. He gave a very informative talk on the symptoms and treatment of this most debilitating disease. After the summer break the next meeting will be at Cornelly Primary School at 6.45pm on Monday 5th September 2011 when the speaker will be Mrs Justine Williams. » Euryl Brookes

Kenﬁg WI

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he July meeting of Kenﬁg WI was held at Cornelly Primary School and led by Daphne Lewis, Vice President. She congratulated Myra Price and Lily Hancock on winning the Federation Croquet Tournament at Insole Court in Llandaff. The Annual Cream Tea had been a success when all the ladies arrived in posh hats and frocks as Royal Wedding guests. Jean David had attended the AGM in Liverpool as our delegate and she gave a detailed and comprehensive report. Members Pam Redmond, Daphne Lewis, Ruth Tatchell and Alyson Cox are preparing for the Federation Quiz at the Hi-Tide. This year the Sandville Sponsored Walk will be one of the Cornelly circular walks on Saturday 6th August 2011 leaving the Community Centre at 1.30pm. WI Promotions Day will be marked with an evening meal at the Greenacres on 20th September. The Annual Trip will be to Windsor on 13th August.

he July meeting of Sker WI met on Thursday, 14th July at St. David's Church Hall, Nottage. President Nina Charlesworth welcomed 55 members and 3 visitors to the meeting. The President said that members who visited and supported the GFWI Craft Show at Cornelly Hall, enjoyed the array of craft exhibited by some very talented ladies. Well done Margam WI for achieving the most points in the show. Sker's bowlers were taking part in the Glamorgan Federation Outdoor Bowling Tournament at Pyle Bowling Club on Saturday 3rd September. The delegate's report of the NFWI Conference at Liverpool was read. The attendance, 4,860 ladies at the Echo Arena showed that WI was thriving. The speaker for the night was Mrs Leslie Milne from the Local Studies Library, Bridgend. Mrs Milne give a computer presentation and talk on 'Old Houses of Bridgend District'. This interesting and informative talk showed many of the historical houses that had been

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restored and made habitable in this area. There will be no meeting in August. The speaker for the next meeting on 8th September will be Ms Hayley Williams talking on 'Local Ghosts'. » Betty Griffiths

Mynydd Cynfﬁg WI ecently at Pisgah Vestry, 32 members of Mynydd Cynfﬁg WI met for our July meeting. Mrs Margery Goode welcomed us and steered us through the usual branch business. Several members had attended the WI Glamorgan Show held in North Cornelly the previous weekend and mention was made of the high standard of entries in the show. All had a most enjoyable afternoon. Our guest speaker was Mr Derek Warren who gave us a very vivid insight into his early working years during the last war working at Battersea Power Station. One of his many interesting memories was when he was involved with the burning of a £1,000,000 in notes in the huge furnaces at this power station. Our members really enjoyed his talk. Later refreshments were served and members reminded that there will be no WI meetings in August although a couple of activities will take place. Our next meeting will be on September 13th at Pisgah Vestry. » Eirwen de Vries

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Funding of long term care

any people are concerned as to what would happen to their assets if they went into a care home. The cost of care should be funded for free by the National Health Service if you have a primary health need, then however there are other situations where you would not have to pay for your care including if your place in a care home has been arranged as part of a package of intermediate care where you are having short term therapy or treatment either following a period in hospital or to avoid you having to go into hospital. However in this case you would only receive this type of care for six weeks. However you will have to pay for your care if your care needs are over and above your need for accommodation. In Wales if you have savings of over £22,000 you will need to fund the cost of your care but you can have help towards this from attendance allowance or disability living allowance. Also the NHS will pay a contribution towards the nursing care if you are in a nursing home and the care is provided by a registered nurse. If you do not have sufficient resources

and you are assessed as needing to go into a care home you will receive help from the Social Services Department of the Local Authority. However the amount that Social Services will pay will be limited and often families are obliged to cover any short fall. Under these circumstances a proportion of your income will go towards your fees. Certain income is disregarded including fifty percent of your occupational or personal pension providing you pass the other fifty percent to your Spouse or Civil Partner if they are not living in the same home. Those living in Wales must be left with £22 per week for personal expenses. Very often people are extremely concerned that their homes will have to be sold to fund their care. However your home will not be at risk if your placement in a care home is temporary or your home is occupied by your spouse, partner , former partner or civil partner or relative or family member from a specified list. Social Services have the discretion to disregard the value of the property if another person other than those classed above continues to live in the property. For example Social Services may take the view that it is reasonable to disregard a property where for example someone has given up

residence of their own property in order to care for the resident. Other assets which are disregarded include savings of £20,750 for those living in Wales , personal possessions unless bought with the intention of reducing a person’s Capital to avoid paying Care home fees. There are things that you can do to prepare for the time when you might need long term care such as maintain separate savings accounts from your spouse or partner. Or if you are much older than your spouse or partner you should consider gifting some savings to them during your lifetime to reduce your assets. If your property is in the joint names of yourself and your partner consider severing the tenancy so that you and your partner own it in separate shares and on the death of one of you it does not automatically mean that the deceased’s share will pass to the survivor . It is also important to review your Wills. If you need to go into a care

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home it may not be sensible for your partner to leave everything to you. It may be appropriate for them to set up a discretionary trust so that you can receive capital and income as necessary but insure that this is not taken into account in any means test. You should also consider signing a Power of Attorney which will appoint a trusted person to act for you in the event of your becoming incapacitated. If someone loses mental capacity to deal with their finance and property without putting into place the appropriate Power of Attorney, an application will have to be made to the Court of Protection to appoint someone to act on behalf of that person which is costly and time consuming. If you have queries with regards to the issues raised above you should seek advice from your solicitor. RLE Law Solicitors will be happy to discuss the above issues with you so please contact us at our Bridgend Office. » Madeline Rand, RLE Law, see advert below for details

BUsINess & FINANCe 10 tips to prevent holiday card fraud

hile on holiday, a great beneﬁt of using payment cards is that it frees you from having to carry a lot of cash and the risk of having it stolen. However, scammers are targeting cards and ATMs this summer to steal debit card numbers and PINs. Here are 10 tips to avoid being caught out by the scammers. 1. Update your contact information with your financial institution to ensure your bank or credit card company has current (and multiple, ideally) points of contact. 2. Ensure you keep the customer service phone number from the back of each of your debit or credit cards saved separately – e.g. mobile phone notes, email, desk drawer – in case your card(s) are stolen. 3. Avoid using the ATM if suspicious individuals are close, and always cover your hand as you enter your PIN. 4. Be cautious of strangers offering help – e.g. if your card gets stuck and someone approaches to help, it may be a scam. A criminal may be trying to watch as you enter your PIN code.

5. Always let your bank/card issuers know your travel dates and destination. You don't want to get declined when paying for a watch in Marbella. 6. Sign up for banking alerts, if offered. You will receive emails or SMS messages, for example, when there are transactions above a certain amount or irregular card activity. 7. Stay away from ATMs that appear dirty, are in disrepair, or just don't seem 'right'. These ATMs may be fake machines set up to capture card information. 8. Watch out for ATMs that appear to have been altered. If anything on the front of the machine appears damaged, a fraudster may have attached a card skimming device. This could happen at home or on holiday. 9. If your card gets stuck in the machine, call your bank (which may not be the same bank as the ATM operator) right away to report the incident. 10. Don't assume you're travelling to a 'safe country'. The top 5 countries in terms of fraud loss to UK card issuers last year were the USA, Canada, Australia, Spain and Italy. » Chris Ellis, One Life Financial Planning Ltd: 01656 785700

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Final Salary Schemes If you are in a final salary or career average scheme, your pension scheme will provide a pension based upon your pensionable service and final pensionable salary and the scheme's accrual rate. The accrual rate is the proportion of your salary that you receive in pension for each year of service. For example, if the accrual rate is 60ths, you will receive 1/60th of pensionable salary for each year of completed pensionable service. It may also be possible to choose a tax-free lump sum. The amount of the lump will depend upon the scheme's rules and in any event will be limited to 25% of the capital value of your pension. If you are able to draw your pension earlier than the scheme's normal retirement age, the amount of pension will normally be reduced to take account of the early payment. The ability to retire early and the extent of any reduction will depend upon your scheme's rules. Money Purchase Schemes If you are in a money purchase scheme, at retirement you will need to

use your pension fund to purchase an income. You will also have the option to use part of your savings, up to 25%, as a tax-free cash sum. The remainder will provide your income, normally in the form of an annuity. The amount of pension payable from the scheme is dependent upon: The amount of money paid into the scheme (by you and your employer); How well the investments has performed; The annuity rate at retirement. An annuity rate is the factor used to convert your pension savings into a pension. Retirement Age The earliest age you can draw retirement benefits is 55. It may be possible to draw retirement benefits earlier if you are in poor health and unable to work. Flexibility From 6 April 2006, unless scheme rules require otherwise, it is no longer necessary to cease work to draw a pension from the same employer. It's now possible to continue working and draw pension and if the scheme allows, build up further pension rights. It is important to note however that this option is dependent upon the scheme's rules allowing it.

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Open Market Option (OMO) If you have money purchase benefits, you will have the opportunity to use the OMO. The OMO gives you the option to transfer your fund and get an annuity from another provider. This allows you to shop around the annuity market for a better deal. It may be possible to increase your income by up to 30% using the OMO. If you are due to retire in the next 5 – 10 years I would strongly suggest that you carefully look at your retirement plans, including a full state pension forecast. It is also hugely important to review how your pension is invested; you would not want a further recession to knock 33% off your pension fund and effectively knock a third off your income in retirement. Careful planning in anticipation of your retirement will not allow anything to chance. Careful planning could also allow you to be flexible in your retirement plans, you may wish to simply reduce your hours but are not sure what impact that may have on your income. Whatever your question, give me a call and I will gladly come to discuss your requirements in the comfort of your own home, appointments can be

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Wow – as much as that? report in the Daily Mail at the end of June dealt with the issue of Whole of Life plans, one version of these is typically marketed on TV by a well-known celebrity, with a free gift offered as an incentive. The rationale behind the plan is that you pay a monthly premium which provides a certain amount of life cover when you die, very often just a few thousand pounds, enough to cover the cost of a funeral. This all sounds great except that the report highlights very clearly that the plans are not always great value for money and often don’t pay out until you’ve held them for a certain period of time. These particular plans also guarantee that you WILL be accepted for cover, irrespective of your current health

situation, hence NO medical questions are asked, this can be a good solution for those with severe medical problems. Because the company providing the plan is taking a risk on your state of health, they offset this by charging a premium which is typically around three times what you could pay if you are prepared to provide medical details, especially if you are fit and well. In other words, you could pay around two thirds LESS for the same amount of cover OR get three times the cover for the same premium if you simply answer the medical questions and are accepted on standard terms; a far better solution. At Cambria Financial we are always looking to help you with getting the right cover at the right premium and a simple phone call to us could save you a great deal of money or provide much better cover for the same money. Call us on 01656 782545 for a noobligation quote. On the subject of cover, most of us know someone who has suffered from cancer – especially where someone has died long before they reach old age. Did you know that one out of every three people will be directly affected by

cancer of some kind? - these startling statistics were provided by Cancer Research UK in November 2010. At Cambria Financial, we can help you plan suitable critical illness cover that would pay out in the event of you being diagnosed with a qualifying type of cancer. Or you could simply take the chance that you are of the lucky two who don’t get the disease – in which case, the best of luck. Why not ask us for a quote – it could be the most important call you make today, or any day. 01656 782545 is the number you need. » Paul Fielding, Cambria Financial. 01656 782545. See advert below left for details

Equity release he population of the UK is ageing. According to the Ofﬁce for National Statistics, the number of over 65s has grown by 1.7 million people since 1985. They predict that by 2035, the number of people aged over 65 will reach 23% of the UK’s population. This is one of the reasons why the Actuarial Profession predicted that

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« continued from previous page the equity release market will grow from its current £1bn a year to almost £4bn a year by 2031. The fact that we are living longer and more active retirement, higher living costs and pension incomes that are reducing in value in real terms means that potentially many more people may turn to their valuable homes to help fund retirement. However, many people hesitate when it comes to taking out an equity release plan. After all, the equity release industry has had its fair share of bad press. First launched in 1965, equity release plans grew in popularity quite quickly. However, in the late 1980s financial products were introduced that combined interest only mortgages with investment bonds. The existing equity release providers who had offered plans since 1965 were alarmed that these new investment backed products were being labelled 'equity release plans'. When these investment backed products later proved to be flawed, they left many homeowners at risk of losing their homes and the whole equity release

industry was damaged. As a direct response, the four leading providers of equity release plans got together to form an industry trade body to stop this happening again. This trade body they formed launched a year later in 1991 and is called Safe Home Income Plans, known as SHIP. Since then, the vast majority of new product providers have become members of SHIP and have committed to offering the core guarantees that SHIP insist on. These include important guarantees such as the right to live in your home for your lifetime and a guarantee you will never find yourself owing more than your property is worth. SHIP also lobbied government to demand that the industry became regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA). They later got their wish and virtually the whole equity release industry is now regulated by the FSA and covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. It is fair to say therefore that equity release is safer than it has ever been. However, despite regulation, the guarantees and the fact that the products that tarnished the industry have long since been banned, we have

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long memories and it will take some time yet before the industry can shake of its past completely. As I explain to all clients considering equity release, despite the products being safer than ever, they are not suitable for everyone. Equity release will affect the value of your estate and can sometimes affect how much tax you pay and affect your eligibility for State Benefits. As independent financial advisers it is our job to take all of this into account when we offer a free initial consultation. We also welcome other family members to be present at this first meeting to ask questions and find out everything they need to know. If you want to find out more about equity release, contact Bright Financial Solutions Ltd and ask for our equity release specialist Bryan Davies on 01656 653500. » Bryan Davies, Bright Financial Solutions. See advert, below left

Financial forecasting run a small family owned business and I have been asked by the

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s your child overweight? You can usually tell by looking. A simple ‘eyeball test’ to see if their weight is out of proportion to their height. If you are concerned, what you should you do? If your child is under the age of 7 then you have a great amount of control over their food intake and how they spend their time. 60 minutes a day! Encourage your child to do more each day, by taking physical activity with them, recommendations are 1 hour a day (this is also really helpful for you to maintain/lose weight!) Get a free personalised holiday activity planner at the Change4Life website: www.nhs.uk/Change4Life/ Pages/active-holiday-planner.aspx Two snacks max! Ensure easy access to fruit, where children can help themselves, but make sure other more sugary, fatty items are out of reach and they have to ask you for them. Introduce a healthy mid morning and mid afternoon snack, try plain popcorn, chopped up carrots/cucumber with low sugar yoghurt, toast, rice cakes and pitta bread. Tips: try to eat together as a family at the table at least twice a week; allow your child to serve themselves, but give them their own ‘special plate’ which is half the size of yours. Visit the Change4Life website and get some great ideas to help you and your children live healthy, happy lives. www.nhs.uk/change4life » Catherine Tuck, Rosemary Conley Diet & Fitness, 01656 745245 (see ad below for further details)

Keep smiling this summer – whatever the weather! s a nation, we might rejoice when the summer season comes around, yet a more relaxed routine can have lasting implications for your smile. Top Ten Tips for a healthy summer smile. 1. Keep brushing! Brush for 2 minutes twice day using fluoride toothpaste. This will give you a clean and healthy smile, fresh breath and help prevent decay and erosion. Don‘t forget to pack it if you’re going away! 2. Have a balanced diet. Keep normal mealtimes. During the holidays snacking and grazing increases

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which can cause multiple acid attacks on teeth. 3. Be prepared. Have plenty of tooth friendly snacks available e.g. raw vegetables, breadsticks, cheese, throughout the day. 4. Quench your thirst between meals with water or milk, the kindest drinks for teeth. 5. Visit the dentist regularly – as often as they recommend. Free for under 18s on the NHS. The dentist and their team will help you with treatment and personalised advice to keep your smile healthy. 6. Back to training? With the 2011/2012 season fast approaching there’s no better time to consider a new or replacement mouthguard. A professionally made mouthguard provides maximum impact protection, extra cushioning where you need it most. 7. Travelling abroad? Pack a temporary filling kit. Don’t let the pain or sensitivity of a broken tooth or lost filling spoil your holiday. 8. Stay kissable. Sunlight can be a trigger for cold sores so always wear a high factor SPF lip balm and apply an aciclovir cream, e.g. Zovirax, at the first sign of that tell tale tingle. 9. When you can’t brush – chew! Chewing gum, sugar-free of course, helps to stimulate saliva and wash away harmful plaque acids. 10. Visit your dentist regularly – as often as they recommend. We’ve already said this once. No dentist? Ask family or friends for their recommendation. We know that over half of our new patients come via ‘word of mouth‘ – no pun intended!

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Positive Choices Talks to the Workforce ind Cymru’s Positive Choices team gave a series of ‘Talks to the Workforce’ on the subject of suicide. The purpose of these talks was to challenge the taboo that surrounds the subject and address some of the barriers that stop people at risk being able to seek support. Mind estimates that right now 1 in 6 workers is experiencing depression, anxiety or stress. Mental health in the workplace is ‘the elephant in the room’ that is often ignored; the talks aimed to promote mentally healthy workplaces by encouraging a conversation about the costs of neglecting staff mental wellbeing. In the current economic climate, with people feeling anxious about the security of their own or a partner’s employment, or worried about money, there can be additional stress and an impact on mental health. A person experiencing depression, anxiety and stress can become a person at risk of suicide. By talking directly with the workforce, the Positive Choices team

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raised awareness of how the stigma that surrounds suicide can increase isolation of those who are in despair, and how important it is to make it easier to talk about suicide. The groups were set up to create a space for people to explore their thoughts and feelings around the complex issue of suicide. Resources for support were also highlighted and shared within the group. A game of call my bluff on the myths and truths surrounding suicide prompted discussion of facts and reduced some of the anxieties in talking about suicide among the staff. The feedback was very positive with 91% of staff finding the talks helpful or very helpful and many commenting that the talks could have been longer. Some staff requested further information on how to intervene when someone is at risk and showed an interest in attending Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, a community wide training programme in suicide first aid being rolled out across Wales by Positive Choices. » Stuart Burge-Jones stuartburgejones@bavo.org.uk www.siaradwnni.org.uk www.bavo.org.uk

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National Breastfeeding Awareness Week s Parents in partnership volunteer mothers we are celebrating breastfeeding awareness week by recognising Bridgend as a breastfeeding community; giving our babies “the best start for life”. Jamie Oliver is in schools working with children, demonstrating that the best nutrition provides the best results, and portraying the consequences of an unhealthy diet. However, the introduction of formula milks - and their use in the place of breastfeeding – is resulting in the same negative effects within children’s health. A baby has a natural intuitive choice to breastfeed. We are fighting for women to regain control of what should be a woman’s domain, by educating and providing every woman with the knowledge and skills needed to gain a clear understanding of her baby and their needs and abilities. Our campaign in Bridgend has attained us over 80 breastfeeding peer supporters trained within the area, with seven support groups running

within Caerau, Bettws, Ogmore Vale, North Cornelly, Porthcawl, Bridgend and Brackla. We have also registered over 80 premises around Bridgend that are ‘Breastfeeding Welcome'. To make a choice on feeding we all need education, and there are no better educators than your peers. By benefiting from the education, mothers have been able to spread the word. As a part of our campaign we challenged Mothercare stalls throughout Wales in conjunction with the Royal College of Midwives to become Breastfeeding Welcome. To date ten Mothercare stores are on board, including Bridgend and Swansea. Lu Rees, chair of PIPSW, commented: "PIPSW started as a small voluntary organisation by a group of parents and midwives who had a vision to achieve a better outcome in our communities for new and expectant parents; 4 years later, we are achieving these outcomes." If anyone would like more information regarding Parents In Partnership, please email info@pipsw.org.uk, or visit our website www.pipsw.org.uk » Lu Rees, Chair, PIPSW

Beware the disinformation mineﬁeld surrounding sunscreen products erhaps more with sunscreen than any other personal care product, the "ofﬁcial" information distributed through the mainstream media is hopelessly misleading (if not downright false). Remarkably, no one in the media or the government is even willing to admit that fragrance chemicals are bad for your health. Similarly, no one is willing to admit that the chemicals you put on your skin get ABSORBED by your skin. Without those two truths being acknowledged right up front, the rest of whatever they say about sunscreen is worthless babble. Any honest talk about sunscreen must acknowledge the simple truth that the chemicals you put on your skin get absorbed into your skin, and that most sunscreen products are made out of a chemical cocktail of cancer-causing substances. So buyer beware. Sunscreen products are a minefield of lies, fraud and

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disinformation designed to keep you ignorant of the importance of sun exposure as well as the health risks associated with using cancer-causing chemicals on your skin. Stick with truly natural sunscreen products (when needed) and try to build up a healthy tan while consuming large quantities of superfoods and antioxidants in your diet. Consider taking astaxanthin or other fatsoluble nutrients on a regular basis. Engage in daily juicing of fresh fruits and vegetables which are loaded with living nutrients. Time your sun exposure to build up a healthy tan so that you don't need sunscreen at all. Contrary to all the misinformation we've all been fed, a healthy tan is actually a good sign that you're achieving adequate vitamin D synthesis in your own skin. » Learn more: http://www. naturalnews.com/032815_ sunscreen_chemicals. html#ixzz1RbbTmI4Z Taken from an e.mail from naturalnews.com Supplied by Glyn Hardwicke, Neways toxin-free products. Buy on-line at www.neways.eu Use sponsor ID: 210123822

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reduce by half, take the gelatine out of the water and add to the reduced cream. • Stir until dissolved, take off the heat and leave to cool. • Add the vodka and lightly whisk the remaining 400ml cream and fold into the cold cooked cream. • Put into your moulds and place in fridge to set overnight. • Peel, core and cut your apple into small chunks. • Put in pan, add sugar and elderflower cordial. • Cook until apples are just soft, add gooseberries, take off heat, leave to cool. • When ready to assemble, take your plate, put the mould into boiling water for a couple of seconds, your panacotta should just fall out. • Place into middle of the plate, take your apple and gooseberry compote and place some on top, drizzle some of the juice around the sides and add sprig of mint for garnish and serve. » Exclusive recipe for the Seaside News by Heronston Hotel's Head Chef Jason Whetton, see advert bottom right for details

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n last month's column I forgot to wish my good mate and top blues man Roy Moon a happy birthday, 60th, but I'm sure his birthday bash made up for it! It was like a Who's Who of the local music scene with brilliant sets from Ezra, Sour Cream, The Guzzards, Laurence Parry, Roger Clatworthy, and the Cover Sluts. It was also great for me to perform with two thirds of the Secret Army as my longtime songwriter partner Daily B had come over from his home in the Czech Republic to play at the party. Our original drummer Ryan Aston was on tour in the states so Daz from the 'Sluts' stepped in and did a fantastic job. With short notice we knocked together two 'Army' songs 'Sleeping, Trude', and finished with a 'Police' classic! Thanks to Abbey P for putting the bash on. I've also become a regular at the Friday Rock night at the Prince in Porthcawl, and have been impressed at the set up and crowds supporting the night. Most pubs have a rota of bands who play on a regular basis which can get a bit stale, but Bridget who books the music gets her bands from outside the

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Acoustic club i there from the Acoustic Club. We've been so lucky to have had a fantastic summer line up; on 5th May with Rusty Shackle and also the Mordekkers; and our latest night on 7th July which saw a double bill of Sild and Ginge and Celloboi. Sild (Estonian for bridge) are laid back duo of violin/pigborn and guitar playing Estonian gathering songs, sheep herding songs, and traditional Welsh songs, sung in Estonian Welsh and also English. Sille – violinist/pigborn and vocalist, has a very distinctive and unusual voice, and gave us the history and tradition surrounding the songs, all in all a very interesting set. They were then followed by Ginge and Celloboi, an upbeat duo of double bass and guitar, with harmonising vocals. They did a bluegrass/country/skiffle

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set, with covers of Summertime, This Old House, and Jolene to name but a few, and also played a lot of their own songs, including Tidy Darts. Their witty cover of No Limits by 2Unlimited particularly stood out and had everyone dancing in their seats. They were extremely entertaining especially spinning the double bass, and loved by everyone who attended. We hope to have them back again sometime in the future. Our next night is on Thursday 8th September, and we have not yet confirmed the line up. Watch this space as it will be in the next issue. Follow us on Facebook at The Acoustic Club – The Stage Door – Grand Pavilion Porthcawl, for updates, and information or alternatively ring the Box Office on 01656 815995, look forward to seeing you in September. » Lin Williams

Bridgend’s secret garden party usic and poetry ﬁlled the town centre air as the ﬁrst of three special events took place in Wyndham Street recently. The Bridgend secret garden party organised by Bridgend Arts and Community Development in partnership with Bridgend Town Library

and the Bauhaus Coffee Shop saw people enjoy a wide range of homegrown talent, including poets and acoustic musicians; with proceedings expertly compared by local poet and writer Mike Church. A special garden was created and filled with plants and flowers kindly loaned by AJ Guttridge Flowers. This quirky garden was dramatically back dropped by the classically designed Bridgend Town Library which saw its steps turned into a unique stage for performers. This unusual event created a relaxed outdoor garden atmosphere and brought something different to the heart of Bridgend. The evening proved even more popular as a result of the Jamaican food and cocktails served by staff at Bauhaus coffee shop. Feedback from those who attended suggested that everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves and are looking forward to the next events taking place on 15 July and 13 August: “I’ll definitely be coming to the next event” Dawn Jacob “Wonderfully eclectic, wish that there was more support for such events.” Rhian Edwards “Good for Bridgend, great to see something out of the norm!” Glen Hawkins To find out more about the exciting

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events taking place this summer visit www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries. » Laura Chambers, BCBC

Porthcawl Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society AODS are pleased to announce that their production for April 2012 will be Rodgers & Hammerstein’s, 'The Sound of Music'. One of the most popular musicals of all time, it is based on the true story of the Trapp Family singers. It tells of Maria, a young nun in an Austrian convent who regularly misses her morning prayers because she enjoys going to the hills to sing the title song. Maria had longed to be a nun since she was a young girl, yet when she became old enough discovered that it wasn't at all what she thought. Often in trouble and doing the wrong things, Maria is sent to the house of a retired naval captain, named Captain Von Trapp, to care for his children. Von Trapp was widowed several years before and was left to care for seven 'rowdy' children. The children have run off countless governesses. Maria soon learns that all these children need is a little love to change their attitudes. Maria teaches the children to

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sing, and through her, music is brought back into the hearts and home of the Von Trapp family. Unknowingly, Maria and Captain Von Trapp are falling helplessly in love, except there are two problems, the Captain is engaged, and Maria is a postulant! PAODS are delighted to welcome back husband and wife team Ralph and Gaynor Thomas as Director and Choreographer for this production. Don’t forget “Broadway” together with the RAF St Athan Voluntary Band returns to the pavilion on 26th November. » Andrew Morgan, Vice Chair

Pyle & Porthcawl Photographic Society e held our Clyne Jones Trophy Competition recently at The Rest in Porthcawl. Thirteen members entered the competition this year with three images each, which meant that there were 39 images for judging. The overall winner was determined by adding together their two highest scores. The judge this year was our very own President and highly respected judge, Mr Les Loosemore, who provided

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everyone with his customary excellent analysis and critique along with a score on each image, which made for a very entertaining evening. First place went to Glyn Edmunds with 'Flower with Web Threads' and 'Ratchet'. Second place went to Windsor Rimron with 'Pirate Swansea-Jack' and 'Sunrise too', which also had maximum points. Three members shared third place. Guy Burgess with 'Losing Focus' and 'Tucked Away', Pat Angell with 'Abstract Colour' and 'Mouse on the Chair', and David Jones with 'Evening Stroll' and 'Sea Water'. Congratulations to the above and many thanks to all those who entered and made it a very enjoyable evening. Although our normal season ended at the end of June, our summer field trips, events and visits are proving to be a great success again this year, with more and more people joining in and learning a lot about their cameras, composition and photography in general. These events are open to everyone and full details can be found on our website at www.pyle-porthcawlps.co.uk. Our new 2011/2012 season starts on the first Thursday in

September with an enrolment and social evening, so come along and join in the fun. We are holding an exhibition in conjunction with the Grand Pavilion and the 'Summer of Speed' festival. The exhibition is open from 9.30am until 8pm daily from Monday 1st until Friday 5th August in the Main Hall of the Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl. Entrance is free. » Glyn Edmunds, Pyle & Porthcawl Photographic Society, 01656 772831 | publicity.officer@pyleporthcawl-ps.co.uk www.pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk

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Fifth Witness : Michael Connelly

n tough times, crime is one of the few things that still pays, but for defence attorney Mickey Haller the reality is a different story. In fact, most of his business is in keeping a roof over his clients' heads, as the foreclosure boom hits thousands of people who were granted unrealistic mortgages. Lisa Trammel has been a client of Mickey's for eight months and although so far he'd managed to stop the bank from taking her house, the strain and sense of injustice are beginning to take their toll, and the bank had recently got a restraining order to prevent her protesting against their fraudulent practices. But now the bank's CEO, Mitchell Bondurant, has been found in the bank's car park with a bullet in his brain, and Lisa is about to be indicted for murder. But if Mickey thought defending Lisa Trammel was going to be a walk in the park, he'd be wrong. Not only is he about to learn some startling truths about his client, but also about himself, and by the time the verdict is in, Mickey's whole world will have been turned upside down.

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please note there is no Bounce and rhyme in august (usually the last Wednesday of month). however there will be the following additional activities in the summer: Circus Stars Story-time and Crafts Wednesday august 3rd and august 10th. porthcawl library between 2pm and 3pm. For children between 4 and 11 years. under 8s must be accompanied by an adult. refreshments provided.

all these books and many more are available to order from any library in the borough of Bridgend

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Melvyn Bragg: The Book of Books

David Baldacci: The Sixth Man

Carluccio & Contaldo: Two Greedy Italians

Elizabeth Chadwick: Lady of the English

Marion Elliot: Get the Most from your Clothes Stephen Fry: The Fry Chronicles Bear Grylls: Mud, Sweat and Tears Tracey Lawson: A Year in the Village of Eternity

Catrin Collier: Bobby’s Girl Michael Connelly: The Fifth Witness Clive Cussler: The Kingdom Jeffrey Deaver: Carte Blanche Rosie Harris: The Price of Love Lynda La Plante: Blood Line

Gervase Phinn: Out of the Woods but Not Over the Hill Hilary Spurling: Burying the Bones Damon Wilson: The Crime Archives Catherine Woram: Crafting With Kids

James Patterson: Private London Terry Pratchett: I Shall Wear Midnight » Elaine Winstanley, Porthcawl Library Tel: 01656 754845, Email: porthcawllib@bridgend.gov.uk

all these books and many more are available to order, free of charge. remember that it costs nothing to join the library, nothing to borrow books and only a small charge is made for dvds, cds and audio books. roll up, roll up and join the circus stars, our summer reading challenge has already started and lots of children have already joined in. however if you are between 4 and 11 it is not too late too join in. all those competing will get a certiﬁcate, a medal and a yo-yo as well as lots of gifts along the way.

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Thank you, Lord, for holidays Those times when we can rest From all the cares of everyday And know we will be blessed We make our bookings joyfully For Peter’s planned the way So now with all our cases packed At last we’re on our way Yes, we thank you, Lord, for holidays But, however far we roam How good the food and fellowship There’s still no place like home We fall into our comfy beds Our clothes all washed and clean Returning to our simple fare And back to our routine Oh, we did enjoy our holiday And we’re planning for another For we’ve become a family And we’re missing one another We thank you Lord for Bridgens tours They really are the best For in our busy lives it’s good To come apart and rest. But there’s another journey And for this we need to plan And yes, - we’ll need a passport, But not granted us by man If we have faith in Christ alone

Then our travel is secure But our luggage must be sent ahead For we know not day or hour So we must needs be ready And we’ll reach our final home For Jesus, he has gone before And it’s he who bids us come Then no further need of holiday For we all will be together Unending joy, unbroken peace Safe home in God forever » Pauline Lewis, Porthcawl

Just Tea One vibrant upon arising Entering the kitchen with a kettle on Tea stole the show. Picking up liquid of wanton promise I ascended to the heavens in gleeful bliss Only to attend to myself As I rose above toil and torment Tastebuds wild with delight Satisfaction warranteed and guaranteed The blissful, golden, seed and seal of love Comforting, joyful, soothing, kind, rewarding, Resounding on the tongue Like fanfares, choirs, orchestras, bands

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Boldly defeating germs wherever it goes Titillating tang majestic music to my ears, Blatant protector of the peace and faith in love Honour and praise are yours Oh, small but mighty one.

Sought to save us all. Surely you believe, Can't you hear him call?

When I have a mug of you within my grasp Putting my arms and lips to task Oh joyous work when thou art with me My Loves – thee, tea, toast and TV.

No-one comes to the Father, Unless He comes through me. Don't you understand? He's set us all free.

» Gareth T Price, Porthcawl

Untitled Daisies scattered far and wide amongst the grass they seem to hide Petals white and pollen yellow An awesome sight and scented, mellow Push up, push up, to reach the moon And I'll be down to help you soon » Richard Cummings, Porthcawl

Heaven can't wait You can go to heaven Jesus told you so. He said, “I am the way” Don't you want to go? He died for our sins,

I am the way, the truth, the life This you should know. So that when you believe, Life will surely flow.

Oh everlasting Lord, I do, I do believe. That everlasting life, Is mine to receive. I know I'm going to Heaven, Because you told me so. You said I am the way, And that's the way I'll go. Open up your hearts You can go there too. Accept our Lord as Saviour That's all you have to do. Before you go to Heaven, You must be born again. Baptised in the Spirit, Made new among men. You can go to Heaven, Jesus told you so. He said “I am the way,”

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Don't you want to go? » John Cooke, Bridgend

Do not cry for me… Do not cry for me, do not weep As I have merely gone to sleep And never will be far away My hand upon your shoulder lay. Wipe away the tears I see Let your face light up for me, Think of me fondly don't be sad Reminisce of times we had For always in your heart I'll stay Until we meet again one day… » Sarah Saunders, Porthcawl

Prince Road 12.53am and I've just noticed how quiet the street is. A main road that can, at last take a breath in between cars lorries motorbikes and loud people going home or on to somewhere else to get even more worse for wear.

They'll feel it when they wake.

A place of perfect peace and love But then it all went wrong

Stomachs churning mouths that feel as if a vengeful gnome has been let loose with a piece of rough sand paper heads banging like the roadworks that seldom come here. Not that this street needs it it's usable enough as it is. The revellers will go in search of bacon sandwiches

I did not touch forbidden fruit, no not a single bite No desire to taste or try, but still it wasn't right

flat or draft coke a burger or just a cup of coffee anything to feel better. » Simon Cowan, Kenfig Hill

East of Eden Once I found a paradise, a garden full of Grace Where I could walk and talk with God, a truly lovely place. The trees would clap their hands in praise Scented flowers sing their song

So now I'm banished East of Eden My friends are still close by But they don't love me any more The sadness makes me cry I gaze around this wilderness, whatever will I do? Then a voice from up above cries out 'I've not abandoned you' 'Your sin offended me the most yet look I can forgive you My children have been hurt by this With time they they'll forgive you too' Through sweat, toil, blood and tears I've tamed this wilderness Now God meets with me every day My soul to love, my life to bless It's peaceful here East of Eden, quiet and tranquil too Fruit and flower beautiful, sky of molten blue If only I could change the past, but this I cannot do I would have done things differently and not offended you. » Harry Mably, Porthcawl

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HOMe & GArDeN Cefn Cribwr Gardening Club

Call for nature loving volunteers

e had a really good day at our Open Gardens Event in June, it went very well, and the gardens were beautiful. I didn’t realise our village had so many hidden gems! We had visitors from the National Gardens Society who also toured the gardens and vegetable plots and were suitable impressed! Next year we are to be included in their brochure and on their website so well done everyone and many thanks for taking part. If gaps are starting to appear in the vegetable plot or flower beds as annuals finish and crops are harvested you can still plant radishes, shallots, turnips and hardy lettuce (these can even brighten up your flower beds). Please try to use peat free compost our peat lands are disappearing at a rate of 1.8 million acres a year and their flora and fauna with it. In tubs the first inch or so of peat free drys out quicker than normal compost but it's worth it. We have a coffee morning on Saturday 3rd September;§ come along and visit our vegetable plots and shop. This time of year gardens need lots of water – most of it sweat!

e are looking for supporters and volunteers of all ages, to help us deliver our community project and maintain our beautiful 42 acre site of fabulous woodland, ﬁelds and farm buildings in Tondu. We are EcoDysgu EcoLearn, an outdoors education centre that brings children, youngsters, disadvantaged individuals and those with disabilities, together with nature. We teach them a skill and give them a healing, all in a natural environment – the results have been called profound... Whatever your age, we probably need your help! If you are interested in gardening, weeding, strimming, path laying, fencing, bench building, painting or signposting – we would love for you to lend a hand. We also need specific individuals to run and work in our café, to help with office admin, and to grow vegetables and maintain our gardens. To find out more please visit our website www.ecodysgu.org.uk or call 01656 728137 and ask for Alexis. We are passionate about making a difference locally and would love for you to experience doing that too!

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» ANCIENT ART OF BELLRINGING, PORTHCAWL @ St. Johns Church, Newton Green, Porthcawl 7.45-9pm. For more information email ruth.birch@hotmail.co.uk » BALLROOM & SEQUENCE DANCING, PORTHCAWL (EXCEPT BANK HOLS) @ the Awel-y-Mor Centre. 2–4.30pm. Admission £2. Tel: 01656 783344 » BELLY DANCING CLASSES @ Newton Institute. Beginners, 1.15–2.15pm; Improvers, 2.30-3.30pm. Please call as places are limited. Contact Linda 01656 863639/07824 874511, elindiabellydance@gmail.com » BRIDGEND & DISTRICT CAMERA CLUB @ Nolton Church Hall, Merthyr Mawr Rd, Bridgend at 7.30pm. Disabled access. Contact: info@bridgendcameraclub.co.uk » BRIDGEND WARRIORS KICKBOXING CLUB, BRIDGEND Above Codys, The Dunraven Arms Hotel, Bridgend. Beginners 6.30–8pm, graded members 7.30–9pm (times overlap). kkaw_copp@hotmail.com » BRIDGEND U3A, BRIDGEND Every 3rd Monday @ The Mission for the Deaf, Coychurch Rd, Bridgend, 2pm. 01656 656207 » CHESS CLUB MEETING, PORTHCAWL Porthcawl Chess Club meet at 7.30pm @ The Fairways Hotel, Porthcawl » CHILDREN'S SWIMMING LESSONS, BRIDGEND @ Heronsbridge School Pool. 5–7.30pm. Also on Tuesdays & Saturdays. Contact Anne: 01656 773475 » COMEDY IMPRO CLUB £15 per term. Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl. For more info or to book a place, please call Tracy on (01656) 815995 » CYLCH MEITHRIN, PORTHCAWL Open Mon–Fri 9.15am-1.15pm. Welsh Nursery at Tabernacl Chapel, Fenton Place. Nicola Gamble 07789 446407 or Nicola Jenkins 07931 957668. For children 2+ years » DANCE CLASSES, BRYNTIRION @ the Dance Studio, Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion. Classes in cheerleading/hip hop/jive for kids/ line adult jive classes 8–9pm. Tel: 07980 039128 » DISCOVERY TOTS BABY & TODDLER CLASSES, COYCHURCH @ Williams Memorial Hall. 10:45–11:45am: Multi Sensory Baby Play (6 wks - 18 mths); 1–2pm: Toddler Play – Multi Sensory, Yoga and Messy Fun! (18 mths - 4 years). Contact Helen: 01656 818727/07795 150602/ info@discoverytots. co.uk/www.discoverytots.co.uk » DRAGON SPORT NETBALL, KENFIG HILL 5-6pm @ Cynffig Sports Hall. Contact: Debbie 07890 582636 » HATHA YOGA CLASSES, PORTHCAWL 6.30–8pm @ St Clare's School. All levels welcome. Please contact Alan Davies, British Wheel of Yoga teacher, on 01639 888705 » INDOOR 5-A-SIDE FOOTBALL LEAGUE, MAESTEG @ Maesteg Comprehensive 6–9pm. Boys 13–15 years. Call Phil on 07535 254290 or email philipnmorgan@sky.com » JUDOKWAI, BRIDGEND @ Cefn Glas, Bridgend, 07530 700243 (Andrew). Juniors (6 to 15 years) 7–8pm. Seniors (16 and over) 8.30–10pm » KENFIG HILL & DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR Rehearsals in the Choral Suite, Green Acre Motel, North Cornelly, 7–9pm. Tel 01656 740766 » LEARN TO ROCK 'N' ROLL @ Royal British Legion Club, Pyle Road, Bridgend. Jive Lesson. 8–8.45pm. Rock 'n' Roll Disco 8.45–10.30pm. Entrance £3. Info: Frank, 07400 080101 » MID GLAMORGAN ACCORDION BAND, PYLE Rehearsals at Pyle Rugby Club 7–9pm. Beginners and other instruments welcome. Contact Allan Jones: 01639 888053 or Gerry Ezard: 016567 784904 » MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers aged 3 months to 4 years. Term time only @ St Marys RC Church Hall, Ewenny road, Bridgend. Contact Emma to book a complimentary session: 01656 649190, emma.loyns@monkeymusic.co.uk, www.monkeymusic.co.uk » NEWTONIANS LADIES BOWLS CLUB, PORTHCAWL @ Griffin Park, 10.30am–12pm. Tuesday home matches 2pm. Also on a Friday: 2–4pm. Irene: 01656 771136 » OVER 50s KEEP-FIT, BRACKLA Brackla Community Centre. 10.30–11.30am. Come and make new friends and improve your level of fitness. Call Pat on 01656 785148 » PENCOED & DISTRICT CHORAL SOCIETY, PENCOED @ Salem Chapel Vestry, Coychurch Road, Pencoed, 7.30–9.30pm. Mixed voices, new members welcome. Contact Helen:

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» PORTHCAWL CHORAL SOCIETY PRACTICE @ Trinity Church 7.15–9.15pm. Mixed voice choir. New members welcome. Call 01656 784211 » PORTHCAWL MERMAIDS WOMEN'S NETBALL 6.30–8pm@ Porthcawl Comp Sports Hall. £30 for 12 weeks. Any queries contact Danielle 772918 » PORTHCAWL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB FREE beginners karate course, with 5th dan Christian Whale. 4.45–5.45pm at Awel Y Mor centre, Porthcawl. Just turn up or call Christian on 07784 317151. All ages welcome. Regular Training for all Martial Arts graded students of all ages 5.45–7pm » ROYAL MARINES ASSOCIATION, SWANSEA BAY BRANCH Last MONDAY of every month. Further details 01656 670224 NEW DAY » SALSA DANCE BEG/IMP, BRIDGEND 8pm @ The Dance Centre/Labour Club Bryntirion, 01656 652165 » SNAC - SPECIAL NEEDS ACTIVITY CLUB, MARGAM Adult Social Night 6.30 - 9.00pm £4 entry. Contact Cheryl 01639 899666 » TAI CHI FOR HEALTH, PORTHCAWL (EXCEPT BANK HOLIDAYS) @ Awel Y Mor Centre, Porthcawl. 10–11.30am. Also evening classes at other venues. www. myweb.tiscali.co.uk/suntaichi » TANG SOO DO, PYLE & DISTRICT (Korean self defence). No training fee for 1st month. 5–6.30pm mixed class (also Fridays). All classes held upstairs in Pyle Life Center contact Kyo Sa Nim Gareth Powell on 01656 659592/ 07884 295499/gareth.powell@ tangsoodo.co.uk » YOGA CLASSES, PORTHCAWL With Carol Curtis Jones. 7.15–9pm @ Awel y Mor. Beginners welcome. Tel: 01656 784810 » ZUMBA @ Labour Club, Bryntirion. 6–7pm. £3.50 per class. Dance fitness class. Come along and have fun, no need to be a dancer, it suits everyone. Everyone welcome, for further details contact Diane Ryan 07773 912728 or on instructors site www.zumba.com » ZUMBA FITNESS CLASS @ Porthcawl RFC, 10.15 am. with Nikki Qualified Fitness and Zumba Instructor, insured and CRB checked. £3.50 per class please wear trainers and prepare to sweat! All abilities welcome

TUESDAY » 1ST CORNELLY SCOUT GROUP @ Willow Beaver Colony. Ages 6–8, 4.30–5:45pm. Cub Scout Pack. Ages 8–10, 6–8pm. Cornelly Scout & Guide Hall, Meadow Street, North Corrnelly. Contact Rob on F700pff@aol.com or 01656 746564 » ADULT AQUA FIT CLASS, PORTHCAWL @ Splashland Pool, Trecco Bay Holiday Park. 7pm. PLEASE NOTE: Due to a change in the pool timetable there will be no Aqua Fit classes during the Summer Holidays. Last class July 19th. CLASSES WILL RESUME September 6th NEW INFO » AEROBICS, KENFIG HILL 6.15–7.15pm @ Cynffig Sports Hall, everyone welcome. Interested? Contact: Debbie 07890 582636. Also on Sunday 5-6pm » BRIDGEND & DISTRICT BONSAI SOCIETY, PYLE Meet first Tuesday of every month @ Pyle Church hall, opposite Clarke’s garage, at 7pm. New members always welcomed. Contact the secretary on 01656 742008 or chairman on 01656 742077 » CHILDREN’S STORYTIME, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre from 2.15–2.45pm. FREE. Tel: 01656 754850 email: pylelib@bridgend.gov.uk » CORNELLY LUNCHEON CLUB @ Cornelly Community Centre, 12.30pm. Good home food for just £3.50 which includes main meal, pudding, tea/coffee and biscuits, a true bargain! Everyone is welcome and its a great opportunity to get out and meet up with your friends » CYLCH TI & FI (BILINGUAL MOTHER & TODDLER GROUP), PORTHCAWL Ti a Fi Tabernacle, Neuadd Eglwys Tabernacle Church Hall, Elder Lane, Bridgend, 12.45 –2.15pm. Call Lou Stevens-Jones 07966 313609 » DANCE CLASSES, BRYNTIRION @ the Dance Studio Dance Centre, Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion. Classes in Drama/ Tap/ Jazz/ Acrobatics/ Line/Ballet. Telephone: 07980 039128 » EXERCISE FOR THE OVER 50S @ NEWTON INSTITUTE, PORTHCAWL 10.30–11.30am Based on pilates with instructor Sue Cheesebrough – two time Olympian & Commonwealth silver medal winning athlete. Call 07866 313623

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» FILM CLUB @ Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl. If you are a fan of world cinema, a connoisseur of specialist film, or you just enjoy watching a movie, then Film Club is for you! Over 30 films will be screened each year. If you would like to be part of this group please contact Tracy on (01656) 815988. Members: £30 per season (10 films) or £4 per film screening » FRENCH & SPANISH CLUBS FOR CHILDREN, BRIDGEND Aged 4–11 years. A fun program all in French and Spanish. Email: alicastanera@googlemail.com or 07533 597229 » GROUNDWORK ACTIVE PLAY SESSIONS Ages 8-12 @ Newton Park. 4-6pm. A supervised 2 hour activity session with trained Groundwork staff and PCSO Holly. Sports, arts and crafts, and general outdoor activities. All activities are led by the children that attend. » GYMTOTS, KENFIG HILL 2–5yrs @ Cynffig Sports hall. Contact: Debbie 07890 582636 » 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. Tiger Tots 4-6yrs 6.00pm-6.30pm, Children 7yrs+ & Adults 6.30pm-7.30pm. Also on Fridays. Tel: 07788 482450, Email porthcawltsd@btinternet.com www.ttfuk.co.uk » LADIES ONLY FITNESS SESSIONS, SOUTH CORNELLY @ 2tone fitness, South Cornelly Trading estate. 8–9pm. Please phone Jo on 07730 676664 or 01656 670064 for details

» SLAPPINGSKINS AFRICAN DRUM WORKSHOP, BRIDGEND Workshops held at Heronsbridge School, Bridgend from 6–7pm for beginners, 7–8pm for regulars. All instruments provided. Contact Aaron at www.slappingskins.co.uk for more info » ST JOHN AMBULANCE Badgers (age 5–10) @ Trinity Church. 6–7.30pm. Call 01656 786869 for more information » STORYTIME FOR CHILDREN, PENCOED Pencoed Library. 2.30pm. Tel: (01656) 754840 www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries » STREET DANCE FOR ADULT IMPROVERS, BRIDGEND 8pm @ The Dance Centre/ Labour Club Bryntirion, Tel: 01656 652165 » TABERNACL MUSIC SOCIETY CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND @ Tabernacl Chapel, Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–8.45pm. Mixed Voice. New members welcome. Tel: (01656) 654899 » TAI BO KICK AEROBICS, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre. 7–8pm (except every 3rd Tuesday). Male & female, all ages welcome! Instructor Sarah Panes, 1st Degree Black Belt, Tae Kwon Do. Contact: Sarah 01656 743478 or 07773 041339 » PORTHCAWL MUSIC SOCIETY (CLASSICAL) Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month at 2pm at the Brentwood Hotel, Porthcawl. New members are very welcome. Contact the Secretary, Jean Ball: 01656 782917 » TUESDAY CLUB Work with a range of artists throughout the year to make exciting new artworks. Older people: 1–3pm; Kids (8–12 years): 4–5.30pm. £3 per session. Grand Pavilion, 01656 815995 » STORYTIME FOR CHILDREN, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre. 2.15pm. Tel: 01656 754850, e-mail: pylelib@bridgend.gov.uk

» LEGS, BUMS & TUMS @ Griffin Park Community Centre 6.30–7.30pm. Also on Wed @ Awel y Mor 9.30–10.30am. Contact Michelle on 07795 664982

» 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)

» LIBRARY READERS' GROUPS @ Pencoed Library, every second Tuesday of the month at 10am. Tel: 01656 754840 www.bridgend. gov.uk/libraries Also @ Aberkenfig Library – every first Tuesday of the month at 11.30am. Tel: 01656 754820 email: abkenlib@ bridgend.gov.uk. (NB. No meetings in August)

» WELSH LANGUAGE GROUP, ABERKENFIG @ Aberkenfig Library. Every first Tuesday of the month at 11.30am (no meetings in August). Tel: 01656 754820 email: abkenlib@bridgend.gov.uk

» LINE DANCING FOR BEGINNERS @ NEWTON INSTITUTE, PORTHCAWL 7pm. £3.50 come & make new friends, have fun & learn some great dances » LINE DANCE CLASSES @ Awel y Mor, Porthcawl. Everyone welcome, including beginners – Just turn up. 7pm start, £4 per person. Tel: 01639 631544 or 07770 966624 » NORDIC WALKING FOR BEGINNERS, PORTHCAWL 12–1pm. Meeting at the Shelter Opposite Windsor Road. Poles are provided, please wear comfortable clothing and flat shoes » OPEN JAM NIGHT @ THE GRAND PAVILION, PORTHCAWL for all musicians and music listeners at 7.30pm. Every fourth Tuesday of the month, tickets: £2. Info: 01656 815995 » PARENT DROP-IN SESSION 8.15–10.15am: Nottage Primary; 1.15–3.15pm: Newton Primary. 1st hour, appointment only, 2nd hour, drop in tea, coffe & chat. Call Beckie Price (01656 815243) to make an appointment or email rebecca.price@bridgend.gov.uk » PENYBONT LADIES CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND @ Bryntirion Community Centre, Bridgend, 5–7pm. New members welcome. Ring Joan on 01656 740840 » PILATES @ Awel y Mor 9.30–10.30am and Griffi n Park Community Centre 7.45 –8.30pm. Call Michelle on 07795 664982 » POEMS AND PINTS, PORTHCAWL Meets at 7.30pm on the third Tuesday of each month in the Lorelei Inn, Esplanade Avenue, Porthcawl. All of those with an active interest in poetry are welcome. See website: poemspints.webs.com » PORTHCAWL GYMNASTICS CLUB (TERM TIME ONLY) Girls and boys gymnastics classes, from 3+ years @ Porthcawl Comprehensive School, Park Avenue. Tel: 07971 476738 » PORTHCAWL MALE CHOIR PRACTICE 7.30pm-9.30pm @ Presbyterian Church, Arlington Road, new members needed. Contact Mike Watkins on 07729 691496. Also on Fridays » SHOTOKAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL @ St. John’s School, 6.30–7.30pm. Call Phil on 07966 624140. All welcome

» ZUMBA SCULPT & TONE @ Porthcawl RFC, 7.45 pm (bring light weights or wrist weights). with Nikki Qualified Fitness and Zumba Instructor, insured and CRB checked. £3.50 per class please wear trainers and prepare to sweat! All abilities welcome

WEDNESDAY » 1ST CORNELLY SCOUT GROUP Silverbirch Beaver Colony. Ages 6–8, 4.30–5.45pm. Cornelly Scout & Guide Hall, Meadow Street, North Corrnelly. Contact Rob on F700pff@aol. com or 01656 746564 » ADRAN YR URDD, PORTHCAWL @ Tabernacl New Hall, Fenton Place, Porthcawl 5.30–6.30pm throughout school term. Children aged 6–12. A fun Welsh medium youth group. caelleucu@aol.com or phone 07790 216312 » BADMINTON COACHING, KENFIG HILL @ Cynffig Sports Hall. 6–7pm, ages 7 to 11yrs. Cost £1.50. Contact Debbie 07890 582636 » BOUNCE & RHYME SESSIONS FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, PORTHCAWL @ Porthcawl Library, every last Wednesday of the month at 1.30pm. Tel: 01656 754845, www. bridgend.gov.uk/libraries » 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 are welcome to our friendly club. Contact Derrick Griffiths: 01656 784149 » BRIDGEND INVOLVEMENT GROUP 'Peer support in recovery'. 1–3pm @ ARC, Quarella Road, Bridgend. Service user led group which provides support and information for people affected by drug and alcohol and their families. Contact Linda: -1656 763117 (Mondays only), abm.bigbridgend@wales.nhs.uk » BRIDGEND COUNTY SHOW MEETINGS @ Bridgend Festivals Office, Cambria House, Wyndham St. First Wed of each month at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 661338 www.bridgendevents.co.uk » BRIDGEND PARKINSONS GROUP Every 2nd Wednesday @ Llys Faen Community Hall, Quarella Road. Tel: 01656 720791 » BRIDGEND YOUTH THEATRE WORKSHOPS Junior & Youth Theatre Workshops (5–25). Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl. Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays during school termtime. No auditions on enrolling. Backstage

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and design tuition, as well as performing experiences. Pre-booking essential for all classes. Tel: 01656 815995. Email: pavilion@ bridgend.gov.uk » CAFE FOR CARERS & CARED FOR, PORTHCAWL All welcome. Run by Bridgend County Crossroads. 12.30–3.30pm at Trinity Church, Porthcawl. Information and advice for Carers. Disabled access. Tel: 01656 784100 » CEFN CRIBWR MOTHER, BABIES & TODDLERS @ Cefn Cribwr Community Hall 10–11.30am. £1.50 per child. Newborns+ Why not join us for a chat with other mums while your little ones play and meet new friends. More info: 07787 578295 » CHILDREN'S SWIMMING LESSONS @ Porthcawl Comprehensive. 5–7.30pm. For more details contact Anne 01656 773475

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» PARENT DROP-IN SESSION 8.30–10.30am: Porthcawl Primary; 1.30–3.30pm: West Park Primary. 1st hour, appointment only, 2nd hour, drop in tea, coffe & chat. Call Beckie Price (01656 815243) to make an appointment or email rebecca.price@bridgend.gov.uk

» CHILDREN’S STORYTIME, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre from 11–11.30am. FREE. Tel: 01656 754850; email: pylelib@bridgend.gov.uk

» PORTHCAWL FLORAL ARRANGEMENT SOCIETY Interested in becoming a flower arranger? Alternate Wednesdays at AwelMor Centre, Porthcawl. Doors open at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 785388 » PORTHCAWL RUNNING CLUB Meeting at the Porthcawl Rugby Club at 6.30pm. Large beginners group. Further information email: porthcawlrunners@hotmail.co.uk. Also on Fridays » QUIZ NIGHT @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. 8pm

» COR BRO OGWR, BRIDGEND Mixed choir @ Tabernacl Church, Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–9pm. All welcome, no auditions. Ring 01656 784180 for further information. www. Cor-Bro-Ogwr.com

» READING GROUP @ Coed Parc, Park Street, Bridgend. Every third Wednesday of the month at 1.30pm (no meeting in August). Tel: 01656 754810 email:coedparclib@bridgend.gov.uk

» 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

» ROYAL BRITISH LEGION, PORTHCAWL The Porthcawl Branch meets every third Wednesday of the month at the Salthouse on the Square at 7.30pm. All welcome to come along and join even if you are not exforces CHANGE OF VENUE

» DISCOVERY TOTS BABY & TODDLER CLASSES, BRYNTIRION @ The Dance Centre. Messy Play (1–4yrs) 10–11:30am. Contact Helen: 01656 818727 / 07795 150602 / info@discoverytots.co.uk / www. discoverytots.co.uk » FRENCH & SPANISH FOR CHILDREN, BRIDGEND Aged 4-11 years. A fun programme all in French and Spanish. Email sandrineantenucci@yahoo.fr or 07724 069820 » HATHA YOGA CLASSES, PYLE 6.30pm @ The Life Centre. All levels welcome. Contact Alan Davies, British Wheel of Yoga Teacher, on 01639 888705 » HATHA YOGA CLASSES, NORTH CORNELLY @ Methodists Church hall. 1.30–3pm for any other details please call Gail on 01639 888705 » JUDOKWAI, BRIDGEND @ Cefn Glas, Bridgend, 07530 700243 (Andrew). Juniors (6 to 15 years) 7–8pm. Seniors (16 and over) 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 at 7.30pm. Everyone welcome. Children must be over 8 years old. First lesson free. Contact: Jason 07779 113273 » JUNIOR AND YOUTH THEATRE WORKSHOPS (5 - 25), PORTHCAWL During school term-time, also Saturdays and Sundays. More info Tel: 01656 815995 email: pavilion@bridgend.gov.uk » KETTLE BELL CLASSES @ Cynffig Comprehensive School's main hall. 6–6.45pm. Interested? Please contact Debbie 07779 709814 » LIBRARY READERS' GROUP, BRIDGEND @ Coed Parc, Park Street, every third Wednesday of the month, 1.30pm. 01656 754810 www. bridgend.gov.uk/libraries » LIBRARY READERS' GROUP, PORTHCAWL @ Porthcawl Library, every third Wednesday of the month at 2pm. Tel: 01656 754845 www. bridgend.gov.uk/libraries » LINE DANCE CLASSES, PYLE 6.30pm8pm, improver to intermediate level. Also on Thursdays (10.30am–12noon, school term time only, over 50s, total beginner to improver level, 1, 2 & 4 Wall dances) and Fridays, (2 Classes: 7–8pm, total beginner to improver level, 1, 2 & 4 wall dances. Also 7–9.30pm intermediate level). Contact Mick on 01656 741870 » LINE DANCING, BRACKLA Brackla Community Centre 10.30–12. Beginners welcome. Age group is mostly over 50s. Phone Pat on (01656) 785148 for info. Also on a Thursday. » 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. All welcome. Contact Jane on 01656 782329 for further information » MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Term time only at St Marys RC Church Hall, Ewenny road, Bridgend. Aged 3 months to 4 years. Contact Emma to book a free trial (01656) 649190. www. monkeymusic.co.uk CHANGE OF VENUE » NEWTON WI, PORTHCAWL 7pm, 1st Wed of every month at Gilgal Church Hall, Woodlands Ave, Porthcawl. Contact Rosemary on 01656

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» ST JOHN AMBULANCE Older Cadets @ Trinity Church. 6–7.30pm. Call 01656 786869 for more information » TAI CHI & NEIJIA, PORTHCAWL 7– 8.30pm, All Saints Church Hall, Victoria Avenue. Contact Tel. 784991 » TINYTALK BABY SIGNING CLASSES, COYCHURCH @ Coychurch Memorial Hall 10–11am. Contact Rhiannon on 07956 241878 or website www.tinytalk.co.uk/rhiannonh » UKELELE PLAYING EVENING, PORTHCAWL @ the Seahorse pub, South Road, 8–10pm. Group playing and sing-a-long. All abilities welcome, including complete beginners. It’s free, just bring your uke if you have one (if not, we may find you one to play on the night). Also, performances made for charities. Further details: Alan Townsend on 07971 838001 » VALLEY AND VALE ARTS & CRAFTS WORKSHOP @ Kenfig Hill Wellbeing Centre, Talbot Community Centre. 2–3pm » ZUMBA WORKOUT @ Porthcawl RFC, 7.45 pm with Nikki Qualified Fitness and Zumba Instructor, insured and CRB checked. £3.50 per class please wear trainers and prepare to sweat!

THURSDAY » 1ST CORNELLY SCOUT GROUP Scout Troop. Ages 10–14, 7–9pm @ Cornelly Scout & Guide Hall, Meadow Street, North Corrnelly. Contact Rob on F700pff@aol.com or 01656 746564 » AEROBICS CLASS, BRYNTIRION @ the Dance Studio, Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion (next to the community Centre) 6.15–7.15pm. Contact Debbie 07779 709814 » BADMINTON CLUB, PORTHCAWL @ Community Sports Hall, Comprehensive School, Park Ave, 8–10pm. Range of abilities. Enjoy competitive games in a friendly atmosphere. Contact Dave Bush on 772896 or email dave.39bush@talktalk.net » BELLYDANCING CLASSES, PORTHCAWL @ the Dance Studio, Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion (next to the community Centre) 5–6pm. Please call to book as places are limited. Contact Linda 01656 863639/07824 874511, elindiabellydance@gmail.com » BREASTFEEDING GROUP, PORTHCAWL @ YMCA 10–12pm. Term time only. Tel: Cate 07902 711392 or Tina 07746 956385 » BINGO & SOCIAL AFTERNOON, PORTHCAWL @ Awel-y-Mor Centre, 1.45–4pm. All welcome. » BRIDGEND CARERS, PORTHCAWL 1st Thurs of every month, 10am–1pm, at Trinity Church, John Street. Advice and information for carers. Further information on 01656 658479 » BRIDGEND FESTIVALS COMMITTEE @ Bridgend Festivals Office, Cambria House, Wyndham Street, Bridgend. First Thursday of each 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 TOWN AFC Under 12s football. Training held at Newbridge Fields, Bridgend.

» CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND Bridgend Male Choir. 7.30–9.30pm @ the OCLP Club, Bryntirion, Bridgend. Contact Gareth Reese: 01656 862037 : www.bridgendmalechoir.co.uk » CHURCH ON A THURSDAY, PORTHCAWL (Term time only) 7.30–9pm. An opportunity for informal discussion and fellowship in a relaxed setting at Gilgal Baptist Church, Woodland Ave

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» COFFEE MORNING, KENFIG HILL In the vestry of Pisgah Chapel 10.30–12pm. All proceeds to local youth organisations. For more info contact Karen 01656 740684 » DISCOVERY TOTS BABY & TODDLER CLASSES, BRYNTIRION @ The Dance Centre. Messy Play (1–4yrs) 10–11.30am; 1–1.45pm: Baby Stretch and Play – Massage, Yoga and Sensory Play (6 wks - walking); 1.45-2.45pm: Baby Massage Course. Contact Helen: 01656 818727 / 07795 150602 / info@discoverytots. co.uk/www.discoverytots.co.uk » FOLK DANCING, BRIDGEND Penybont Welsh Folk Dancing Club meet at Coychurch Memorial Hall Bridgend at 8.15pm. New members always welcome. Tel: Sue 01656 659676 » HATHA YOGA CLASSES, PORTHCAWL 6–7.30pm AND 7.30–9.00pm @ Tabernacle Church Hall, Fenton Place. All levels welcome. For more information please contact Lexi Jones on 07817521350. British Wheel of Yoga teacher

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» KEEP-FIT CLASSES, COYCHURCH @ Coychurch Memorial Hall 7–8pm. All levels of fitness catered for. No joining fee. Also on Monday & Friday, 9.30–10.30am » KENFIG HILL & DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR The 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

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» KETTLE BELL CALSSES 6–6.45pm, in Cynffig Comprehensive School's main hall. Interested? Contact Debbie on 07779 709814. » KICKBOXING CLASSES: CHILDREN FROM 5 YEARS, BRIDGEND Also on a Monday @ Jeff's Kickboxing Gym, Dunraven Arms. 6–7pm. Loose clothing to start » LADIES ONLY FITNESS SESSIONS, SOUTH CORNELLY @ 2tone fitness, South Cornelly Trading estate. 8–9pm. Please phone Jo on 07730 676664 or 01656 670064 for more details » 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 check out www.restbaylifeguards. org.uk » LINEDANCING CLASSES, PORTHCAWL @ Gilgal Baptist Church Hall, Woodland Avenue, Porthcawl. 11-12.30. Beginners welcome, any age. Admission £3.50. More info: 01656 863753 » MADE STAGE ACADEMY for young performers aged 3–11 at exclusive venues. 3-5pm. Please see www.madestageacademy. co.uk for more details or call/sms 07585 808200 » MID GLAMORGAN MIXED CHOIR, PENCOED Every Thursday (term time only) in The Bowls Club, Pencoed from 7.15–9pm. Contact Leila on 01656 667095. Email: timohagan388@hotmail.com » PORTHCAWL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB 5–6.30pm @ Awel Y Mor Community Centre, Training for Graded Martial Arts students of all ages/with gradings every 3 months. Call Christian Whale (5th Dan) on 07784 317151 » PYLE & PORTHCAWL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY MEETING Meet at The Rest at 7.15pm for a diverse range of photography related activities. Contact Glyn on 01656 772831 (publicity.officer@pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk), or check online at www.pyle-porthcawl-ps. co.uk for more information

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» READING GROUPS @ Ogmore Valley Life Centre. Every last Thursday of the month at 11am. Tel: 01656 754856 email: ovalelib@ bridgend.gov.uk. Also, Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thursday of the month at 7pm. Tel: 01656 754850 email: pylelib@bridgend.gov.uk – no meetings in August

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» SENSHI DO KARATE & KICKBOXING @ Cefn Glas scouts hall. Karate: 6–7pm. Kickboxing: 7–8pm. More on our website at www.senshidowales@webs.com

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» SHOTOKAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL @ St. John’s School, 6–7pm. Call Phil on 07966 624 140. All welcome.

6.30–7.30pm. Everyone welcome. For more info please contact Vicky on 01656 745655 or visit www.healthandfitness4all.org.uk

» SINGER-SONGWRITER NIGHT, PORTHCAWL Every fortnight on a Thursday @ Seahorse Porthcawl (started 30th June). This is an opportunity for acoustic artists to perfom their original songs in public. The public will be able to vote for their favourite act on the night and in October the most popular act will be awarded a prize. A raffle will also be held in aid of BOBATH treatment Centre for Children with Cerebral Palsy. If you'd like to play just turn up with your instument on the night. For more details contact Nikki Furness-Jones 07916 342370

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» STAGECOACH THEATRE ARTS SCHOOL, BRIDGEND ACT! SING! DANCE! Performing arts classes for children aged 3 to 18. Contact Helene on 01446 781454 for info on our weekday and weekend classes. www. stagecoach.co.uk/bridgend » TAI BO KICK AEROBICS, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre 7–8pm. Male & female, all ages welcome! Instructor Sarah Panes, 1st Degree Black Belt, Tae Kwon Do. Plus, New Beginners Class 9.30–10.15am & Kids Tae Kwon Do 5.45–6.45pm Contact: Sarah 01656 743478 or 07773 041339 » TIMESIGNS ARCHAEOLOGY CLASS, BRIDGEND @ the West House, West House Road, Bridgend starting at 2.15pm.The afternoons are open to everyone interested in the Archaeology and History of the Roman period. Over these months we will lo ok at the deterioration of life in Roman Britain and the eventual fall of the Roman empire in Britain. For further details, contact: 07751 255725 or email: karljlangford@hotmail.com » ZUMBA The Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, calorie-burning, dance fitness-party. Qualified and experienced Fitness Instructor/Licensed Zumba, Zumba Toning and Zumbatomic Instructor Hannah Bowen Porthcawl 0788 6487853 @ Awel y Mor Community Centre 9.45–10.45am. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear, bring plenty of water and enthusiasm, arrive early, £3.50 per class. » ZUMBA @ Bethlehem Church Life Centre.

» BINGO, KENFIG HILL – after Luncheon Club. Eyes down at 1.45pm at the Talbot Community Centre, Kenfig Hill. More info: Cheryl on 01656 749754 » BOUNCE & RHYME SESSIONS FOR BABIES & TODDLERS @ Aberkenfig Library. Every Friday at 10am. Tel: 01656 754820, email: abkenlib@bridgend.gov.uk. Also @ Pyle Life Centre, every first Friday of the month, 2pm. Tel: (01656) 754850 pylelib@bridgend.gov.uk » BRIDGEND FUCHSIA SOCIETY, YNYSAWDRE @ Ynysawdre Community Centre. Every first Friday of the month at 7pm. All welcome! For further details call 01656 661338 / 07976 430086. Email: kingbarry@btconnect.com » BRIDGEND WRITERS’ CIRCLE, BRIDGEND @ YMCA Building, Angel Street, Bridgend. 2nd Friday of the month. 7.15pm. New members very welcome. www.bridgendwriters.webs. com NEW INFO » CHARITY PUB QUIZ, PORTHCAWL @ Seagull Pub, Rest Bay, Porthcawl. 9pm. Proceeds to local charities. » CORNELLY ORGANIC GARDENING SOCIETY First Friday of every month @ The Methodist Church Hall, Heol Fach (opposite the surgery) at 7pm. Angela Fennell on 01656 661626 » KOREAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL TANG SOO DO @ All Saints Church Hall, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl. Tiger Tots 4-6yrs 6–6.30pm, Children 7yrs+ & Adults 6.30–7.30pm. Also on Tuesdays. Tel: 07788 482450, Email porthcawltsd@btinternet.com www.ttfuk.co.uk » MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Term time only. @ St Marys RC Church Hall, Ewenny road, Bridgend. Aged 3 months–4 years. Contact Emma for a free trial 01656 649190. www.monkeymusic.co.uk

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» PORTHCAWL GYMNASTICS CLUB (Term time only) Pre-school 'Gym Joey' classes (3 yrs +) on Fridays 4.30–5.15pm. Additional classes from 5.30–8.30pm for older children. Limited places. Register your child in our fun packed classes. Existing members guaranteed a place. Tel: 07971 476738 » PORTHCAWL MERMAIDS' NETBALL CLUB For years 7 & 8. 5.30–7pm @ Porthcawl Comp Sports Hall. Contact Head Coach Danielle Ulberini: 01656 772918 » SEQUENCE DANCING, PORTHCAWL @ Trinity church 8–10.15pm. £2. 01656 782606 » SHOUT – FOR OVER 50s, PORTHCAWL 1st Fri of month. Open forum in Porthcawl to express your concerns. @ Trinity Church at 2pm. Tel: 01656 786463

young children!

» STORYTIME FOR CHILDREN, PORTHCAWL @ Porthcawl Library – 3.45–4.30pm. Tel: 01656 754845 email: porthcawllib@ bridgend.gov.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. Contact Kyo Sa Nim Gareth Powell on 01656 659592/ 07884 295499/gareth.powell@ tangsoodo.co.uk

» CAR BOOT SALE, BRIDGEND @ the multistorey car park next to Aldi, Bridgend town centre, 7am–12pm. 80–200 car boot stalls each week! All proceeds invested into events in Bridgend. Tel: 01656 661338

» TIMESIGNS ARCHAEOLOGY FIELD WORKSHOPS, BRIDGEND Meet at Bridgend Train Station starting at 10am. Looking at the archaeological landscape, through all periods. Walking boots and flask necessary. No longer weekly – please call Karl for details on 07805 772818 karljlangford@hotmail.com » TINYTALK BABY SIGNING CLASSES, PYLE @ Coychurch Memorial Hall 10–11am. Contact Rhiannon on 07956 241878 or website www. tinytalk.co.uk/rhiannonh » TWINS & MULTIPLES GROUP, PYLE @ Once Upon A Playtime in Bridgend, 10am–12 noon. Contact: Clare Roberts 07932 972200 email d.c.roberts@sky.com

» ZUMBA Zumba Toning (weights optional) 9.45–10.45 am @ Awel y Mor Community Centre, Zumbatomic (kids school yrs 4-6) 5.30–6.15 pm @ St Johns School, Newton, Zumba (with optional 30 min add on Zumba Toning) 6.30-7.30 (8)pm @ St Johns School, Newton. Contact Hannah Bowen 07886 487853. See us on facebook: Zumba Fitness Porthcawl

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It is widely acknowledged that early exposure to music is beneficial for all babies. At Monkey Music children are grouped according to their age and progress through 4 separate stages of our award-winning curriculum.

» BORE COFFI/COFFEE MORNING, PORTHCAWL @ Tabernacl New Hall, Fenton Place 10.30am–12pm. 1st Sat of the month. A chance for Welsh learners and Welsh speakers to meet for a chat. A warm welcome to all – croeso cynnes i bawb

During Rock 'n' roll brand new babies are captivated and entertained with absorbing musical sights and sounds.

» CHILDREN'S ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS, PORTHCAWL 10.30–11.45am, Crafty Little Creations @ Porthcawl RFC. Call Sue on (01656) 788420/ 07791 476882

"the babies were riveted... so were the adults!" Monkey Music parent.

To book your complimentary class, call 01656 649190 or Email emma.loyns@monkeymusic.co.uk

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» ST JOHN AMBULANCE Adults – from 22nd September @ Trinity Church. 6–7.30pm. Call 01656 786869 for more information

» TAI CHI, BRIDGEND @ Bridgend Recreation Centre, 7–8.30pm. Beginners welcome. John Jones, Chief Instructor. sunsdragon@hotmail.com

» BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS, KENFIG NATIONAL NATURE RESERVE Every 3rd Saturday of the month from 9am–12pm. Enjoy walks with the warden, in association with Glamorgan Bird Club. Meet at the Reserve Centre. Free admission and car park. Tel: 01656 743386

for babies &

» 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

» ZUMBA @ Kenfig Labour Club. 5.30–6.30pm

Music classes

workshops for 9–15 years old. Learning, training, jamming, singers, meeting new friends, playing in a band. We learn and perform regularly! All levels, guitars, bass, drums, keyboards, singers, all welcome. Book a place on 015656 786319. Sustainable Wales, 41 John Street, Porthcawl Town/ www.rockclub.org.uk

» STAGECOACH THEATRE ARTS SCHOOL, BRIDGEND Performing arts classes for children aged 3–18. Contact Helene on 01446 781454 for info. www.stagecoach.co.uk/bridgend

» WELSH KARATE UNION - PORTHCAWL CLUB @ Porthcawl Community Hall, Porthcawl Comprehensive School. Fridays 6–8pm. www.welshkarateunion.org

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» 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

» DISCOVERY TOTS @ Nolton Church Hall, Bridgend. Alpha Bugs (18mths–4yrs) Multi sensory educational classes themed around a letter of the alphabet each week. Baby Play (6wks–18mths) Multi sensory developmental play classes. Contact Helen for more info: 01656 818727 / 07795 150602 / info@discoverytots.co.uk/ www. discoverytots.co.uk » LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Saturday nights @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. Entrance £2 » PORTHCAWL & DISTRICT ART SOCIETY EXHIBITION OF PAINTINGS @ the old Police Station Gallery, John Street. 11am–4.30pm. FREE. Also on Sundays and throughout the rest of the week » ROCK CLUB, PORTHCAWL Music

SUNDAY » CIRCLE OF LIGHT SPIRITUALIST CHURCH, PORTHCAWL @ Awel y Mor Centre. 6pm. Email: itstriza@talk21.com » INDOOR 5-A-SIDE FOOTBALL, MAESTEG @ Maesteg Comprehensive. 11am–6pm. Adults 16 and over. Contact Phil on 0753 5254290 or email philipnmorgan@sky.com » LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Sunday afternoons 5–7pm @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. Plus karaoke until late! » MADE STAGE ACADEMY For young performers aged 3–11 at exclusive venues. Various times between 10am–4pm. Please see www.madestageacademy.co.uk for more details or call/sms 07585 808200 » RED TOOTH POKER, PORTHCAWL Evening time @ The Salthouse, Porthcawl. Play for a chance to be in the regional finals and win big money. Or just play for fun. Tel: 01656 783380 » SENSHI DO KARATE & KICKBOXING, BRIDGEND @ Cefn Glas Scouts Hall, Llangewydd rd, Bridgend. 6–7pm karate, 7–8pm kickboxing. Also, Tuesdays 7–8pm karate. Beginners and all levels welcome. Contact Paul Evans: 07791 412864 » SINGLES RENDEZVOUS CLUB, BRIDGEND @ the Brewery Field, Rugby Club, Tondu Road, Bridgend. For single over 30s. 8pm to midnight.Membership free, entry £4. Smart dress. For more details phone: 01656 773330 or email: oursinglesclub@gmail.com

Local services » CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELLING @ When you need someone to talk to in confidence. Open Mon–Fri 6–9pm & All day Weds. Weekends on request. Call 01656 773572 or text 07593 613184 for an appointment. Donations required to keep this service available.

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JAZZ IN THE STAGE DOOR @ the Pavilion, 8pm. Laura Collins. Tickets £7. Tel: 01656 815995 or book online: www. grandpavilion.co.uk EXHIBITION OF NEW FELT WORK BY PAT JOHNSON @ Silures Gallery, 40 South Road, Porthcawl. Runs until Monday 29th August. Open weekends and Bank Holidays, 11am–4.30pm. Free admission

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CAR BOOT SALES AT THE REST - PORTHCAWL Extremely popular events - really lovely family days out. Hot & cold refreshments served throughout the days. Sellers £6 per car and £12 per van. For more information please ring 01656 772066. Also on Sunday 21st

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CATS PROTECTION BRIDGEND ADOPTION CENTRE OPEN DAY 10.30am– 4pm. A fun day out for all the family with lots to see and do including children’s entertainment, stalls, raffle, bric-a-brac, cakes, BBQ, and much more. Entry £1 adults, 50p children, 3 & under free

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MAESTEG GLEEMEN MALE VOICE CHOIR CONCERT PLUS LOCAL ARTISTS IN AID OF HOMESTART BRIDGEND 7pm @ Hope Baptist Church, Bridgend. Tickets: Adults £5, Children £3. Contact: Lynne Thomas: 01656 668111. Email: homestartbridge@btconnect.com | www.homestartbridgend.co.uk

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STRICTLY ELVIS VIDEO-DISCO See Elvis on the Big Screen. Listen to Elvis sing the songs you want to hear. Meet Radio Luxembourg DJ Tony Prince. 8pm–1am, Seabank Hotel. Porthcawl. £8 in advance, £10 on the day, 07785 107814, www. elvisinwales.co.uk, or from the hotel.

STRICTLY ELVIS OPEN HOUSE Non-stop footage of Elvis, Graceland, Memphis & Tupelo. Sun Studios merchandise stalls Meet Radio Luxembourg DJ Tony Prince. 10.30am–4pm, Seabank Hotel. Also, on Sunday 25th

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Magic of Motown Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl. Friday 19th August, 2011 7.30pm Tickets: £19.50 (conc £18.50). Box office: 01656 815995. www.grandpavilion.co.uk/ www.easytheatres.com

Intrepid duo take on the Peruvian Mototaxi Junket Challenge Local friends Oliver Ladbrooke-Davies from Bridgend and Mark Rollings from Cowbridge, have signed up to travel over 1400 km across Peru on, what is basically, a 150cc moped with a sofa attached to the back. The pair will find themselves having to navigate through rainforests, cross bone-dry deserts and climb enormous mountains all with the purpose of raising funds for local children’s charity Ty Hafan and Practical Action which is a charity battling poverty across South America. The event will last around 17 days, mechanics permitting, and begins Thursday 1st September. “We can’t wait to take on the elements and geography of Peru and it’s fantastic that we can use this adventure to raise some money for two really worthwhile charities” said Oliver. “1400km of the world’s harsher environments is nothing compared to the challenges which face both the families of Ty Hafan, and poverty stricken areas of Peru so it really puts

There’ll be dancing in the street – this classic stage show honours Motown legends that brought the world to its dancing feet, including the Temptations, Diana Ross and the Supremes, the Four Tops, Marvin Gaye, Martha Reeves, Smokey Robinson, Mary Wells, Stevie Wonder and many, many more. Get ready - to journey back as scores of classic hits are authentically recreated including Get Ready, Stop in the Name of Love, My Girl, Dancing in the Street, Reach Out I’ll Be There, What Becomes of the Broken Hearted, Ain’t Too Proud To Beg and many, many more. Heard it through the grapevine – This show attracts glowing reviews with The Magic of Motown Band boasting an impeccable pedigree. Baby Love - Whether you’re young, young at heart, or old enough to know better, this is a show for all those who just can’t help themselves. . . a stunning spectacular for all the family. Reach out - And you could be back in Detroit during Tamla Motown’s heyday with this non-stop musical extravaganza.

things into perspective and makes us determined to do our bit!” Both of the adventurers have paid their own air fares to get them to the start of their epic journey in Ayabaca, a small town in the northern-most province of Peru. They will finally arrive in Cuzco in the South of the country around seventeen days later… mechanical breakdowns allowing. To publicise their journey and to help raise funds for their chosen charities Mark and Oliver have organised a Carnival Party night to be held in the Quarter Penny Café in Cowbridge on Saturday 13th August starting at 7pm. Tickets for this fantastic samba event are just £25 and include a South American themed buffet, complimentary drink on arrival and live music. Book yours now by emailing mark@enerjee.co.uk or by calling 07826 148771. If you are not able to make the party of the year in Cowbridge then you can support the boys on their Virgin Money Giving site at www.virginmoneygiving. com and search for Mark’s name. Mark and Oll – Let's hope that map does the trick! » Mark Rollings, 07825 148771, mark@enerjee.co.uk

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With more than 3 million hits on YouTube and guest appearances on Comedy Rocks and the Royal Variety Performance, Paul Zerdin is, without doubt, one of the most talented ventriloquists in the world. This year sees him bringing SPONGEFEST to Porthcawl’s Grand Pavilion for the very first time. With his fresh twist on this traditional comedy art, Paul Zerdin is constantly breaking new ground in his shows which seamlessly blur performance with reality. Zerdin uses his ventriloquism skills to such effect that his audience play an integral part in the show, working alongside his puppet characters – the pre-pubescent, cheeky Sam, the belligerent OAP Albert and the precocious infant Baby. » Debbie Bennett

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ridgend Hockey is an ambitious hockey club based in Bridgend, South Wales, that currently run 3 Mens, 2 Ladies, 2 Veterans and numerous Youth teams, starting from age 9. We’re open to all new members, both old and young. Being able to offer a level of hockey for everyone (whether you're experienced, new to the sport or looking to resume your career) and with the 2011/12 season fast approaching, we’re looking to strengthen our playing squads and are welcoming players of all standard to join our ever growing, successful, sociable and friendly club. We’re recruiting new members now, so if you feel you have what it takes and would like to join us, contact us today – we’d love to hear from you. We have our Club Trials/Social on Saturday 10th September, which you’re more than welcome to attend, to see what Bridgend Hockey is all about. Alternatively, visit www.bridgendhc. co.uk for the very latest information and full contact details.

he Chloe Bigmore Trust with the help of the Brackla Harriers, who were going to host the Drovers Run on the 17th of July, apologise to anyone who wanted to enter the run on this date. Circumstances dictated that in the final weeks of entry the date had to be postponed until 27th November 2011. Paul Bigmore of the Chloe Bigmore Trust and Brackla Harriers stated that the new date had many advantages with the cooler running conditions, not clashing with the holiday period and also serving as an ideal warm up run for the Pudding Run scheduled for 18th December this year. The entry site at www.chloebigmore.co.uk will remain open until all the places are filled but urges early entry as there are only 100 places in the two phases. The Brackla Harriers club held a presentation night on the 25th of June at the Hi-Tide in Porthcawl. The event was a very successful evening as always, and after the presentation the club enjoyed a meal, entertainment and dancing. Paul Bigmore stated that the presentation night along with many

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paul Bigmore coming in at the end of the Boddington marathon other social events held by the Brackla Harriers is one of the reasons that we have so many long standing members at the club; we are not just about competitive running we hope to attract new members with a common interest who can also become our friends. Paul Bigmore recently completed the Boddington Marathon which took place on 26th June. This multi-lap 26.2 mile event was held on what turned out to be one of the hottest days of the year. Paul said that this was one of the toughest marathons he had run as the race did not start until 11.15am so by midday with absolutely no shade the heat was intense. Almost half of the field had to pull out of the marathon due to sunburn and exhaustion. This was number 28 in Paul's 100 marathon challenge with the New Forest, Eden Project and Snowdonia Marathons already booked up for this year. » Paul Bigmore

What a difference a year makes for Bridgend Gymnasts his time last year, the future of Bridgend’s young gymnasts was up in the air as they faced eviction from

celebrating success at swansea are, l-r, alana paige, nia elaes, paige sheen and emily thomas the old YMCA building in Angel Street. After six months of homelessness, club members were rescued by recently opened Pen-y-Bont Gymnastics - and its gymnasts have been piling up the medals ever since. The new club, which opened on the Waterton Industrial Estate at Easter, recently celebrated its 500th member. The purpose-built facility caters for boys and girls at pre-school, recreational and competitive levels. With 16 coaches on board under the supervision of former Olympic coach Gareth Davies, standards are high, but the emphasis is on enjoyment. We aim to cater for everyone, whether it’s a toddler doing a first roll or an elite member winning national honours. Since the opening in April, Paige Sheen, Nia Eales and Emily Thomas have represented Wales in the British Finals in Birmingham and West Wales at the Wiltshire Open, where Emily won a gold medal and Nia won bronze. At the West Wales championships in Swansea, the club took the team gold, with Emily Thomas taking individual gold and Nia Eales taking the silver. In the Welsh schools tumble and vault competition, club members

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dominated the event taking 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th places with Emily Thomas, Nia Eales, Alana Edwards and Paige Sheen. Nia Eales also went on to obtain a Bronze medal in the British Tumbling finals. Over 500 youngsters are now regularly enjoying various forms of gymnastics at the club, with a new class being added weekly. To enquire about membership, please phone 01656 655616. » Joanna Masters

Tim Velinmanjaro e would like to say a huge thanks this month to all of those at West Park Primary School for their sponsored walk, helping to raise money for Velindre. Over 200 pupils, staff and helpers walked the equivalent distance of going up and down Kilimanjaro. The event was a huge success even though the weather had been less favourable. The pupils showed a great determination to complete the set distance. Thanks again to the Hi-Tide for their sponsorship and providing the refreshments for the walkers. Our next event will be held on Newton Green on Saturday 20th August. There will be live music and a barbecue. There

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will also be a touch rugby tournament, so anyone wishing to compete again the Kilimanjaro walkers need to get a team of seven ready. The team must include three ladies. We look forward to seeing you all on the day. Any clothes donations are still welcome and any other queries please see any one of the team or Terry Jones in the fruit shop in John Street. » Hannah Jenkins

Pumas boxing news choolboy Junior Jonny Clatworthy became British Champion for the 3rd year running last month! It is a remarkable achievement from the young man who is 15 in September, who started training when he was 9 years old and had his 1st bout when he was 10 (the minimum age limit). Jonny, who lives in Cefn Glas, has amassed a total of 31 bouts and 26 wins and has captained his country on 2 occasions. He boxed a strong Scottish lad in the semi-final and boxed impeccably to frustrate his opponent to take a points win of 20-10. The other semi saw an English boy take on the reigning 63kg Welsh Champion Jamie Evans, who narrowly beat Jonny 3-2 in the Welsh final this year. This set up a mouth watering

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raised £823 in total for the plight of Porthcawl and Pyle boxing gym last month by walking up Pen-y-Fan Mountain. The team ranged in age from my children Caitlin, Bethan and Dafydd, 6, 9 and 11 respectively, to our Head Trainer Aubrey Lewis at 67 years old! The mountain is 886m high in total and boasts a tremendous view from the top, it was a great day for all who took part. The money raised will be added to the last fundraiser back in June and with further fundraisers on the horizon and grants hopefully being approved this month we should finally reach our target of £75,000. » Paul Chappell. Training for Schoolboy/Juniors: 5-6pm; Youth/ Seniors: 6-7pm, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Training for beginners: 5-6pm Tuesday and Thursdays. Contact Aubrey Lewis 01656 740105 or Paul Chappell on 01656 749463

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Under 14s presentation day orthcawl RFC Under 14s presentation day was held recently and the players and coaching staff wish to express their thanks to Ryan Bevington Ospreys, Wales and Porthcawl legend for taking time out of his busy schedule to present awards to all the squad. We start pre-season training for this seasons as Under 15s on Tuesday 2nd August 5.30pm to 7pm at South Road any new players are welcome to attend, we will also take advantage of our local coastline for some beach rugby and team building activities.

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Porthcawl Lifeguard Club ritish Triathlon', 'Nipper Carnival 'and 'Round the Bay' done! Welsh Champs around the corner! The first weekend of July started with a Lifeguard Station springclean and new gear-store racking to keep essential equipment safe. A resounding event success next day was British Junior Triathlon organisers, who amazed at the level of care from the close-proximity support provided by the PLGC water cover team to younger swimmers. The main event – PLGC nipper carnival! - enjoyed fantastic support from the wider life-saving community. The Club Captain and members managed the running of the water and beach events fantastically, and the people behind the scenes provided great hospitality! Another great result for the club, Sunday 10th July, saw a turn-out of 42 for the Sandy Bay ‘Round the Bay Swim’. PLGC Members scored top results in the Short Course with Senior Female 1st, Kim Liddon, and Junior Female 1st, Jess Lewis – great work! Steve Thrush, PLGC Chair said, “Thank you to all those that supported,

attended and worked so very hard to make the recent weekends a resounding success!” Steve added, “I hope all that joined in, helped and supported had a fantastic time!” And there’s more! PLGC is again hosting at Sandy Bay the Welsh Open Water Championships on 6th and 7th August, which always proves to be an excellent event for spectators and participants. PLGC has lots of new members, and family membership is a sure way to get the best deal for young and notso-young beach lovers! » Richard Thomas secplgc@hotmail.com

Tips for the beginner surfer urﬁng looks easy when you’re watching the pros, but there are a lot of surf basics you need to know before you paddle out by yourself. The best way to start is usually a surf lesson. You can find a surf school, www. adventureswales.co.uk or ask a surfer friend to take you out and give you some surf tips and guidance. Just make sure they are a accomplished surfer with at least two years' surfing experience and always ask the lifeguard's advice

before entering the water. In case you don’t have a local expert to get you started, here is a quick list of how to surf. Tips and advice you should read before you hit the water. First things first, before you start paddling out and shredding. 1. Choose the right surfboard - ask a local expert 2. Select the best area or beach to surf on 3. Ask the lifeguards advice. These choices will affect your first surf experience. Find a flat sandy beach where there is plenty of room to find your own area in the water. You don’t want to learn in a crowded ocean of experienced surfers. For safety reasons, you also don’t want to learn to surf in a zone where children and families are casually swimming. Regular or Goofy Foot? Will you be surfing with your left foot in front, or your right foot? Practice 'popping up' Popping up is one of the most difficult skills to master in surfing, and needs lots of practice. Start by practicing on the beach. Lie down on the board. Place your hands on the board, under your shoulders in pushup position with your legs extended

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behind you. Then, in one motion, push yourself up and put your feet on your board. Front foot should be facing forward, and back foot facing sideways. Another method is to do a pushup, then quickly step your lead foot to the front and plant your back foot by rotating it sideways. One of the surf tips an expert will tell you: don’t pop up to your knees. This is a bad habit that many beginner surfers get into. It seems like an easier way to get up, but it’s actually more difficult to get to your feet from a kneeling position. Remember surfing can be a dangerous sport so play it safe and book a lesson. Next month we will cover paddling and catching your first wave. » www.adventureswales.co.uk your local surfing centre based in Kenfig Porthcawl. To claim your £10 off surfing voucher, search for 'adventures outdoor activity centre' on Facebook (or go via our website), quoting reference SS/11. See advert below

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