Woman who started in dementia care at 19 now leads major North Wales training academy
A care training academy supporting thousands of workers across North and Mid Wales has appointed a new manager amid growing demand for skilled carers. The Pendine Park care organisation said Jenna Evans will lead the Pendine Academy of Social Care which trains up to...
Machete gang terror, jungle raids…then a royal seal for North Wales plant hunters
A pair of intrepid North Wales plant hunters who were robbed by machete-wielding thugs in Guatemala have been given a royal seal of approval. For decades, the remarkable story of Sue and Bleddyn Wynn Jones has unfolded far from the spotlight – in the remote mountain...
Inside the luxury granny annexe helping one family stay together
A Hyde couple moved into a luxury granny annexe in their garden so their daughter could raise her children in her childhood home. Tom and Terri Beirne say the move has “changed our lives” by allowing three generations of the family to live side-by-side while still...
Café hero beats cancer and honours rock legend Mike Peters with heartfelt fundraiser
The courage of late music icon Mike Peters has inspired a café owner who’s overcome his own cancer battle to launch a charity fundraising campaign. Barry Brennand, 78, says he’s delighted to be back behind the counter at the Whistlestop café on a small industrial...
Mazda CX-5 launch drive by Steve Rogers
It’s a brave move to launch a new model these days with neither self charging nor plug-in hybrid options but you can rely on Mazda to do their own thing. The company has been rebelling for decades whether with rotary power or, more recently, big petrol and diesel...
From Michelin-starred kitchens to care home concerts: Chef David and his Irish pipes strike chord with residents
A talented pastry chef who swapped working at a Michelin starred restaurants for a care organisation has been serving up musical treats to the residents. Dave Quinn, who has worked at some of Europe’s best known eateries, creates delightful desserts for residents at...
Royal composer urges talented young Welsh musicians to bid for £2,000 prize
Young musicians from across Wales are being urged to bid for a £2,000 prize at a top festival. Royal composer Paul Mealor is backing the prestigious Pendine Young Musician of Wales competition and telling talented youngsters not to miss out on a “glorious...
Leading independent schools merger: Historic Fairholme Prep School joins fast-growing Myddelton College
Two leading independent schools in North Wales have announced they are merging to create a “sustainable future for younger pupils”. Myddelton College’s fast-growing independent school in Denbigh will soon be welcoming more pupils when historic Fairholme Preparatory...
Singalong success: Dementia care home project strikes a chord as it tours Gwynedd
A dementia care home singalong has grown into a hit community project now touring Gwynedd. Music sessions designed to unlock memories among residents of Pendine Park’s Bryn Seiont Newydd care home in Caernarfon are now reaching people far beyond its walls. The...
Honda HR-V drive by Steve Rogers
What a change to be talking about an ordinary well thought out family car rather than the latest Chinese offering. Come to think about it, I've nothing against them apart from the enormous screens and lack of switches. Normal service will resume soon when I take a...
