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Annual Buckaneers Carnival - the future…?

Dear Editor, We have just completed another successful carnival in raising funds for local causes and community groups. The objective of the Buckaneers is to involve the community in local fundraising activities at the same time as providing entertainment and enjoyment for those who wish to participate.

Over the years we have raised thousands of pounds which has assisted many local groups and organisations.

This event is in jeopardy and unlikely to continue next year. We have over the years initiated systems that would assist in easing the workload.

We encouraged local groups to assist us on our fundraising activities and to assist on carnival day. This had proved successful, but, over the last two years the groups have failed to encourage their members to participate. The lack of commitment to volunteer to assist will result in this being the last year of the carnival.

We are asking members of the community, are you able to assist? Some of the work on carnival day is physically demanding. If you are able to assist please attend the carnival meeting at 8pm on Thursday 19th September 2013 at the Hi Tide Inn, Porthcawl.

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Recently, staff, customers and members of The Co-operative were busy fundraising, demonstrating their support for those people in our community who care, unpaid, round the clock, 24/7, 365 days of the year.

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Macmillan cancer support Dear Editor, Recently, a Tea Party was held in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.

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Dear Editor, I am appalled to see this ‘Thomkinson’ is writing in again, he is clearly some sort of cretin. All this nonsense about kids drinking on the prom and smoking is not only irresponsible but downright dangerous, much better he ‘leaves those kids alone’ to pursue the safer pastime on the computer and mobile phone. My kids spend most of their time either lying in bed, watching TV or playing games on the computer, so I know that they are safe!

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I noticed an advert in the paper last week for an AA meeting in one of Porthcawl’s well-known establishments (you know who you are!) but when I turned up, to my horror, each person present stood up and openly admitted to being an alcoholic. I’m not having these boastful drunkards repairing my car! I can only hope the RAC have more responsible employees and would ask Porthcawl Town Council to vet these meetings prior to letting them take place in this town.

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Fostering service receives good inspection

Bridgend County Borough Council’s fostering service has once again achieved a glowing inspection from the Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales (CSSIW).

The report praised Bridgend Foster Care for their child-centred approach, the processes and support they offer, high standards of staffing and leadership, and for the quality of foster carers. The Bridgend Fostering Service was also commended for having made several improvements over the past year.

Councillor Huw David, Cabinet Member for Children and Young

People, said: “I am delighted that the fostering service received a good inspection. It signifies the council’s commitment to children’s services.

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“Finding permanent, loving homes for vulnerable lookedafter children remains a top priority for Bridgend County Borough Council. Fostering is a hugely rewarding experience and I would encourage anyone who is interested in fostering to contact the team.”

For more information about becoming a foster carer, call 01656 642674 or visit www. bridgend.gov.uk/fostering Jenny OWen BCBC

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Monkey Music local news Have you booked your FREE class yet?

Monkey Music has limited spaces available in the autumn term time classes. Please book before attending. Did you know we offer a FREE class at any time during the term (subject to availability)?

At Monkey Music, we know that music is fundamental to a pre-school aged child’s development. Our progressive and educational four stage curricula are designed to nurture a lifetime of music; from rock ‘n’ roll to ding-dong, classes are a ‘good fit’ for each separate age group. By the time our little monkeys ‘graduate’, they have a sound base from which to

Archbishop Mcgrath Catholic High school Congratulations to the staff, parents and students of Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School for another set of excellent examination results in 2013 at both GCSE and A-level.

We wish our university undergraduates, apprentices and college students every success in the next stage of their journeys. Please remember to keep in touch with us and let us know your news!

Welcome back to the school all current students and a very

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It is always a sad occasion to wave our Year 6 pupils goodbye at the end of the school year.

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warm welcome to our new Year 7 cohort. We are looking forward to working with you, and your families, as you continue to fulfil your God-given talents with us.

Congratulations also to Seaside News on the 15th anniversary of your publication.

Seaside News provides a very important service in helping us to inform our local community on the work our schools are doing on their behalf. Diolch yn fawr i chi! You can also keep up-to-date with all our school news on our school website: http://moodle.bridgend.gov.uk/ archbishopmcgrath/ rev Dr MAngHAn Pennaeth a disco and buffet, which they enjoy immensely. We wish you all good luck at your chosen comprehensive schools.

We had good weather for sports day, with new events as well as the traditional races.

The captains of Ty Afon were presented with the cup as overall winners.

We extend a very warm welcome to all our new pupils at the start of the new school year; we know you will all enjoy your time here with us.

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new academic year at st John’s As you read this edition of the Seaside News we will be beginning another academic year at St John’s and welcoming a large number of new pupils to classes across the school.

We are sure that they will enjoy being part of our community and like all our pupils will benefit from the friendly family atmosphere and excellent academic and pastoral support offered.

As we congratulate last

year’s GCSE students on their achievements (more detail on this next month) we look forward to another busy year of work across the curriculum. We can also look forward to whole school involvement in a range of sports and other interesting activities both within the school day and those offered as part of our after-school programme. If you would like to visit St John’s, or have a free taster, please call the office for an appointment.

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It’s that time of year again: the kids are back to school, nights are drawing in – maybe time to think about doing something new for yourself.

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Nottage Primary We all enjoyed a wonderful end of term with some great events.

The Year 6 trip to Belgium was amazing. Our sports days went particularly well and we were blessed with gorgeous weather. Year 6 had a lovely end to the term. They attended a dance organised by the parents and a pupil committee at the Grand Pavilion and they also performed a fantastic leavers’ concert. At the leavers’ assembly, on the last day of term, there was hardly a dry eye in the house. We also said goodbye to Mr Ashton who has

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Congratulations to everyone at school on receiving the Investors in Families award which recognises the excellent work we do in this area. Thanks to Mrs Mari Campbell who collated the evidence and Rhiannon Jones, the Family Engagement Officer for Porthcawl, who gave us so much support.

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Our nursery also enjoys Boogie Beats and the children love the dancing routines. Our Nursery Supervisor is pregnant and is due in November so this will be our first staff baby. We are all excited.

Our preschool children who will be leaving us very soon will be receiving a certificate and we will be sorry see them go and wish them all the best in big school.

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Our teddy bears’ picnic was a great success and our walks to collect mini beasts have been very interesting. The weather has been excellent.

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Through the summer holidays we have had themed weeks for preschoolers such as pirate week, funky hair, nursery rhymes, princes and princesses including splashtime whereby most of the staff got very wet.

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PORTHCAWL COMPREHENSIVE Pencoed Comprehensive A LEVEL RESULTS Hard work, improvement and success, three short words that accurately summarises Porthcawl Comprehensive students’ AS and A2 performances for 2012-13.

Students at AS and A2 have had their endeavour rewarded with excellent results. There is a large debt of gratitude for teachers who have worked so hard once again this year and for parents who have supported their sons and daughters.

Excellent results truly reflect the effective partnership between a school, its learners and the home.

At A2 the pass rate at A* to E was 98.6% while the A* to C pass rate was an impressive 81.84%. Almost 33% of the whole entry percentage was at the A*/A grade.

A very impressive 20 students achieved 3A grades or better at A2 level, with some achieving four ‘A’ levels.

The AS results were equally as impressive - 90% of the entry was A* to E and 64% achieved the A* to C grade. At AS a very impressive 19% of the entry achieved the A grade.

Headteacher Mr Slade commented that this excellent series of results will ensure Porthcawl students will secure places at some of the best universities in the country. Mr Slade continued to congratulate staff and students who were praised for their hard work and steadfast dedication. Mr Slade concluded that the results were especially impressive given the large size of the entry; over 300 papers were sat at A-level.

The Departments of Drama, English, Biology, History, French, Welsh and Performing Arts performed particularly well. Other notable performances came from Maths, Chemistry, Physics, Human Biology, Religious Studies, Economics, Textiles and Welsh Baccalaureate.

A special mention must go to Joseph Strong, who achieved a most remarkable 4A*.

Pencoed Comprehensive School students are celebrating a superb set of ‘A’ Level results – the best results the school has ever achieved.

Nearly 4/10 (38%) of grades awarded were at A*/A or equivalent.

Over 8/10 (83%) of grades awarded were above C grade.

The overall pass rate was (100%) – no fail grades were recorded at all!

There were many superb individual sets of results and the great majority of students have been successful in gaining places at University.

Hamish Sproul gained A* in Mathematics, A grades in Phys-

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Students who performed particularly well include:• Joseph Strong: 4A* • Heulwen Everton: 2A* + 1A + 1B • Jemimah Williams-Rumble: 1A* + 3A • Amy Cahill: 3A + 1B • Daniel Evans: 3A + 1B • Rebecca Lewis: 3A + 1B • Thomas Davies: 3A + 1E • India Rees : 2A* + 1A • Adam Mounce: 2A* + 1A • Jonathan Berry: 1A* + 2A • Natasha Bryant: 1A* + 2A • Gareth Davies: 1A* + 2A • Amy Hancock: 1A* + 2A • Ben Evans: 3A • Leonie McQuaide: 3A • Sarah Pickett: 3A • Kieran Richards: 3A • Benjamin Squire: 3A • Kieran Bluck: 3D* (equivalent to 3A*) • Ryan Jenkins: 3D* (equivalent to 3A*) AnDre sLADe

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Happy New Year! No, I haven’t misread my calendar – it’s that time of year when our schools welcome children and young people into the new academic year.

Following some fantastic exam results in August, I’m sure everyone’s been raring to get back to school and have an equally successful year.

Like New Year, going back to school is a great time to commit to a healthier and active new lifestyle. Last month, I challenged children and young people to try a new activity when they return to school, but there are many

ics and Further Mathematics, a starred Distinction in BTEC Engineering and the WBQ Advanced Diploma.

Ryan Williams gained A in Biology, starred Distinction in Forensic Science, B in English Language and the WBQ Advanced Diploma.

Amber Crews-Rees achieved A Grades in Biology and Geography and C grade in Chemistry with the WBQ Diploma.

Matthews Cuthbert was awarded A* in Geography, A in History, B in English and the WBQ Diploma.

Chris Foster gained A grades in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry, with a B grade in Further Mathematics.

Megan Mattravers was successful in Drama with an A grade, starred Distinction in Performing Arts, C in English with the WBQ diploma.

Congratulations to all students for a superb set of results!

LinDA HArPWOOD

School Manager alternative ways to adopt a healthier approach to life.

Eating a high-quality, nutritious lunch every day can be a great first step, and there isn’t a tastier place to try than at our schools.

Our Catering Team Manager, Louise Kerton recently won the Local Authority Catering Association’s Roger Davies award for outstanding achievement. Louise oversees the catering staff in all our schools, making sure that children are eating healthy, varied and tasty lunches.

For £2.10 per day our primary school two-course meals include a choice of two freshly prepared hot main meals, dessert and a cold drink. To find out more visit www.myschoollunch.co.uk/ bridgend COunCiLLOr HuW DAviD

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OPEN EVENING FOR YEAR 7 INTAKE IN 2014 To be held at 6.00 pm Thursday 10th October 2013 The school is holding its Annual Open Evening for those parents who wish their children to attend Year 7 in September 2014.

Anyone interested may obtain more details and ‘The Welcome Pack’ by e-mailing OpenEvening@PorthcawlSchool.co.uk or by telephoning 01656 774100.

Porthcawl is a traditional school with a proven track record of excellence for all.

Examination results have been consistently above local and national averages.

This is what Estyn (School Inspectors) said about us:“Transition arrangements from both primary into secondary and into the Sixth Form are very strong.

The outstanding primary/secondary liaison is very well co-ordinated”.

“The quality of the accommodation is good and in some areas very good. The provision of ICT facilities is an outstanding feature of the school”.

“Behaviour is very good, based on self-discipline and outstanding relationships exist between students and teachers”.

“The school has a very rigorous approach to bullying; there are very good follow up procedures”.

“There is an exceptional range of “The overall provision for pupils extra-curricular activities, held and students personal development mainly during lunchtimes and after is an outstanding feature of the school, the participation rates are school”. very high”.

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reducing the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning I recently wrote to Housing Minister suggesting that the Housing Bill, which is due later this year makes the installation of carbon monoxide detectors mandatory when any appliance that might produce the gas is installed in existing homes.

Carbon monoxide poisoning causes 50 deaths, 200 serious injuries and 4,000 minor injuries a year, costing the health service in England and Wales £178 million annually in medical and care costs, not to mention the degree of suffering and grief caused to victims and the families of those who die.

Any new solid fuel appliance must come with a carbon monoxide detector but that does

save Porthcawl Fire station

The fight is on to save Porthcawl Fire Station – and it is a fight that has my full support.

I joined firefighters at a campaigning session in John Street recently. Hundreds of people signed the petition opposing closure.

While I understand that all public services have to make every penny count, I do not believe that closing Porthcawl and Kenfig Hill stations and replacing them with a new station at South Cornelly is right.

Although it may save the £230,000 a year running costs of one of the stations, it will also halve the number of fire appliances and trained crews

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not apply to other fuel types at present.

A change in the regulations to require that the mandatory installation of a detector with all at-risk appliances, and a programme of installing hard-wire detectors in all social housing in Wales could make a big difference and save lives.

Here in Wales, we have smoke detectors fitted as standard in many of our houses, and a law requiring sprinklers in new build accommodation.

A further statutory provision requiring much cheaper carbon monoxide detectors to be fitted would seem a logical next step towards ensuring improved safety in homes throughout Wales.

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available and is too heavy a price to pay.

And we should remember that Porthcawl is not an ordinary small town. Its population doubles in the holiday season with visitors filling the caravan parks, hotels and guest houses.

All of these are added risk factors - plus the ageing population and the large number of residential homes for the elderly.

So I say no to this plan and I hope everyone else will also make their views known loud and clear. South Wales Fire and Rescue Service must be left in no doubt about what the people of both Porthcawl and Kenfig Hill think of this plan. suZy DAvies

Welsh Conservative Regional AM for South Wales West

Traffic laws and guidance

Traffic laws and guidance are changing with a greater focus on safety.

Towing a horsebox, a boat or a touring caravan brings the risks of road incidents increases dramatically – there were 1,408 towing accidents in the UK between April and June alone.

Drivers must check the weight of the towed vehicle (no more than 85% of the weight of the car), check the rear lights, brakes and indicators and stop periodically during a journey to ensure connections are tight.

A living wage for council workers

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A campaign has recently been started by Plaid Cymru to induce Bridgend County Borough Council to introduce a living wage for its employees.

While it has become fashionable to knock public sector workers in recent times – the UK Government in particular has great difficulty in seeing their value – this view ignores two factors: that the majority of public sector workers are not mandarins with so-called goldplated pensions; and that the relationship between the public and private sector is symbiotic.

Employers need healthy, well educated staff just as hospitals

Tyre pressure must also be checked, as a slow puncture in the towed vehicle cannot be felt.

New fixed penalty notices of £100 for careless driving offences such as middle lane hogging and tailgating have also been introduced. We have all been annoyed by behaviour covered by the new offences which include overtaking on the inside, driving inappropriately close to another vehicle, inadvertently driving through a red light, emerging from a side road into the path of another vehicle, or being distracted by tuning the car radio or lighting a cigarette.

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and schools require taxpayers’ money.

A petition has been started on change.org, along with a Facebook page and there is already growing support for the campaign. Unfortunately, the Labour-run council has refused to consider the change, blaming the UK Government for its settlement, even though larger Welsh authorities like Caerphilly and Swansea have introduced a living wage.

We often hear that council executives’ pay needs to be high to attract the right candidate.

Does the same not apply to teachers, social workers and the plethora of other local government roles? And what message is Bridgend County Borough Council sending to its people if it is not prepared to invest in this way for the future?

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Porthcawl always looks great in the sunshine, and we’ve certainly had plenty of that over the summer months with visitors flocking into the town.

We’ve had a few hiccups along the way, such as a brief incident with caravans parking illegally at Rest Bay. But we always take such issues very seriously and worked closely alongside South Wales Police to ensure that they were moved as quickly as possible.

It’s also been interesting to see how people have adapted

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The Saturday Club is due to open its door Saturday 14th September.

A fun learning environment for 9-11 year olds encouraging further development of numeracy and literacy skills, this will be a fantastic way to spend an hour on a Saturday morning! Contact the Town Council for further details.

Porthcawl Town Council continues to offer support to Porthcawl Athletic Association (PAA) with the extension of the offer of a grant of £30,000 to

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to the reintroduction of civil parking enforcement across Bridgend County Borough.

Since April, a team of 12 parking officers have been on patrol, including at weekends and on bank holidays, to tackle illegal car parking.

With no targets to meet or clamping release fees, the service remains firmly focused on increasing community safety and easing the parking misery that has been experienced by so many residents.

On a more musical note, I was privileged to attend a recent performance at the Grand Pavilion by the Four Counties Youth Orchestra.

The skill and talent on display never fails to impress me, and I felt extremely proud to see so many of our local youngsters representing the area in such a prestigious way.

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help fund a Sports Pavilion at Locks Lane. The PAA recently provided an update indicating, with the help and cooperation of Bridgend CBC, they would be in a position to appoint a contractor to begin works at the site. Council were extremely pleased to see the amount of work that has been carried out on the project to date and are very much looking forward to its progress!

The Town Council has recently re-allocated funding to allow progress on the proposed pedestrian crossing on Fulmar Road. Bridgend CBC is now able to undertake the required consultation on this project which should take approximately six months. Please look at the Full Council Minutes of the Town Council website to keep up-todate on all the latest projects.

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It’s been great to see families enjoying the Sunday ‘fun in the sun’ events over the summer season.

Suggested by traders as a good way of promoting the town, the council has been happy to support them in setting up live music, stalls, arts, crafts and children’s activities all along John Street.

These events have contributed to the vibrancy of the town centre by encouraging more weekend visitors to come and see what Porthcawl has to offer.

I hope further businesses will

consider opening on Sundays as a result – it has the potential to prosper and grow into something that could really benefit the town.

Elsewhere, the all-new Porthcawl Marina will soon be opening and we are in the process of appointing a harbour master.

This important role requires extensive knowledge of the marine industry, and we are looking for someone who can manage and operate a safe, efficient marina as well as work with us as we look at ways in which we can develop the marina and its facilities further for the benefit of Porthcawl.

We’ll be issuing further details on the opening of Porthcawl Marina soon, so keep an eye on Seaside News and local media.

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KPC Staff, Volunteers and support from PCs Steve Carpenter and Chris Warlow – taking our campaign up a notch to Penyfan!

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Fund back open for business The Local Investment Fund (LIF) scheme operated by the Economic Development Unit at Bridgend County Borough Council has been extended.

Following the success of the previous allocation of LIF funding, which offers financial assistance to local small and medium-sized businesses, the council has been awarded additional monies by the Wales European Funding Office (WEFO) to continue its valuable support.

Deputy Leader Councillor David Sage said: “I had the opportunity to present a report on LIF to Council recently, which outlined the fantastic success of the scheme to date.

“It has made a significant impact on the local

good news for Pyle & Cefn

Pyle Neighbourhood Policing Team have recently increased to a team of four acquiring PCSO Kyle Maiden fresh out of training.

Pyle NPT currently has two teams. Team one consists of PCSO Nerys Lloyd and PCSO Kyle Maiden, team two has PCSO Huw Tyler and PCSO Richard Hopkins. The two teams now mean that there will always be a PCSO on duty at some point during the day.

A full team of four PCSOs allows us to provide maximum visibility and reassurance within your community, answering your calls, and your concerns

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economy by creating over 300 new jobs and helping to safeguard a further 1,300 in the county borough.”

Ray Pearce, Manager of Economic Development added: “To date we have been able to support over 160 companies, both start-ups and existing businesses. Over £1million has been awarded to local enterprises to create jobs and stimulate investment and growth.

“Any companies interested in applying for LIF funds should not delay in contacting us.

Although we do have extra money, we have already received a substantial demand for the remaining funds.”

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faster and more efficiently.

Recently the mobile police station was in the Co-op car park with PCSOs Maiden, Couch, Lloyd and PCSO Holly Prosser offering crime prevention advice and tips to members of the public after a spate of vehicle crime in the area.

A local male and female were both arrested for the thefts and charged with six counts, both are currently on remand.

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Porthcawl Maritime Centre The team has been very busy over the past month.

Porthcawl Harbourside CIC is now incorporated as a Community Interest Company and registered in Companies House.

By registering as a Community Interest Company, this means two things: 1) the building and its assets when completed will be ‘locked in’ for the community meaning it must always be there for community use and 2) the Directors are all unpaid volunteers.

We have managed to secure £15,000 funding to pay consultants to carry out a feasibility study to examine the viability of the proposal. Over the next 12 weeks Wider Impact Consultancy will examine our plans thoroughly, consult widely with local residents and organisations and statutory authorities.

They will also look carefully to see how these plans fit with Welsh Government policies and guidance. This will provide third party expert opinion and examination of our plans in particular investigating financial viability. We now need to secure approximately £10,000

to pay for Bridgend County Borough Council’s planning fees and would love to speak to anyone who feels they can assist with our search on this.

On Saturday 13th August we held a marquee on the promenade as part of the Sea Festival.

This was jointly sponsored by the Porthcawl Sea Cadets and the Welsh Surfing Federation.

It was an extremely busy day in that a number of new young people wanted to find out more about joining the Sea Cadets and we also displayed the model and drawings of the Harbour Maritime Centre. We had hundreds of people, local residents and visitors who took the opportunity to find out more about the plans, share their aspirations and ideas and many people asked what they could do to help. Our sincere thanks to everybody who spoke with us.

We also made a formal presentation to a packed meeting of Porthcawl Rotary Club.

Members probed a number of areas in a question and answer session. Work is now taking place on organising a website.

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Local leaders take tea with Marie Curie fundraisers The Blooming Great Tea Party held in Trinity Church Hall, Porthcawl was delighted to greet First Minister Carwyn Jones and Porthcawl Mayor Michael Clarke and Norah his wife to their tea party.

There were loads of delicious cakes, a raffle and various competitions.

The group raised £300 which will help care for the terminally ill in the area.

The fundraising group work hard to raise the profile of Marie Curie in Bridgend and Porthcawl but are limited by the group’s small numbers. If anyone would like to help or join please contact 01792 461435 for more details.

Another very successful tea party in aid of Marie Curie was held by the parish of Nolton and Coity Churches. Again lovely cakes dominated the afternoon and the treasurer Dave Sullivan presented a cheque for £150 to Helen Thomas, representing the group.

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Charity head shave Kath Underhill nee Lang, an employee at RMBI Albert Edward, took up the brave challenge of shaving her head for charity.

Kath did this to support two causes close to her own heart, cancer research and autism awareness. After the loss of her grandparents and her mum’s ongoing four year battle with cancer she felt now would be a good time to help cancer research in the hope one day others will not have to go through the same plight.

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An autumn challenge Planets are often the brightest objects in the sky after the Sun and the Moon.

Venus, Jupiter and Mars can easily outshine any star.

Perhaps the easiest method to distinguish a planet from a star is to see if it twinkles or shines with a steady light. If it doesn’t twinkle then it’s almost certainly a planet! Jupiter, the largest planet, will dominate the autumn and winter sky, rising at midnight in September then progressively earlier as the months go by. It can be seen in the constellation of Gemini which arcs high over the night sky.

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However, if you have a pair of binoculars, you might try finding the distant planet Uranus which was discovered by William Herschel in 1781.

Locate the great square of Pegasus in the north-eastern sky and draw a line down from the star at the top-left (Alpharatz) to the star at the bottom-left of this square (Algenib). Next extend this line for the same amount down towards the southern horizon, then turn it 90 degrees left and draw a line for half the same distance towards the east; slightly above this position sits the greenish planet Uranus.

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Sited on an old ballast tip, Coney Beach Amusement Park developed shortly after World War One. The genesis of the fairground centred on two surplus World War One aircraft hangers. A figure-of-eight was added in 1920 and this was followed by a helter-skelter and a water chute. Over the years bumper cars, slot machines and numerous ‘edge of the seat’ rides were also added, guaranteeing entertainment

Kath’s son is currently being diagnosed with autism and she wanted to highlight and help in any way that she could.

She worked hard to raise sponsorship and the last total was over £900 collected. This is an amazing effort and we were so touched here at Albert Edward that she let us witness this great feat.

If you would like a tour of the home or to purchase tickets for our 40th anniversary Gala Dinner on 21st September 2013 at the Hi-Tide please contact the home on 01656 785311. reBeCCA TiMMs

RMBI Albert Edward and a high decibel level from ‘over-excited’ adults and children.

With the popularity of the fairground increasing, bathing huts were placed on the beach to accommodate locals and holidaymakers, for it was considered immodest to undress in public. The long line of bathing huts were mounted on wheels, and horses drew them up and down the beach according to the state of the tide.

The ponies and donkeys became a major attraction.

However, in the 1920s many of the adults who found their way to the beach were keen to take to the water.

This moved the authorities to place a sign on the beach instructing the ladies to swim on the left and the gentlemen to swim on the right, although if it was ‘really necessary’ mixed bathing was allowed in the centre.

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Rotarian Reverend Mike Lewis (left) outgoing President and the incoming President Rotarian Allan Brooks (right)

Bridgend Rotary Club presidents’ handover A black tie dinner was held in honour of the outgoing President Mike Lewis.

The evening was an opportunity to raise significant funds for young Cellan Hall, our nominated disabled wheelchair table tennis prospect for the Rio Olympics. The Presidents with club council have decided to support Cellan in raising sufficient fund to buy a sports wheelchair in order that he might have a better chance of achieving a medal at the games.

President Allan has decided to adopt the Rotary International

challenge for 2013-2014 which is: Engage Rotary, Change Lives.

Our club belongs within Rotary International, a worldwide organisation of business and professional leaders who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace worldwide.

There are about 1.2 million club members, called Rotarians, in more than 34,000 Rotary clubs in over 200 countries and geographical areas. The Rotary motto ‘Service Above Self’ conveys the humanitarian spirit of the organisation’s more than 1.2 million members. www. rotary-ribi.org/clubs/homepage.php?ClubID=913 Wayne B Morgan MBE

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Save Morfa beach The public inquiry starts on 5th November at Margam Orangery, and our spokesperson, Cllr. Robert Jones, will be presenting evidence on behalf of SMB, addressing

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the specifics of the closure orders for footpaths 92 and 93.

Separately, I am presenting a file representing citizens who wish to show they have had permissive access to Morfa Beach over the years.

Cadets help out at Royal international Air Tattoo Royal Air Force Air Cadets from No.3 Welsh Wing ATC joined over 600 cadets from all over the country for the Royal International Air Tattoo.

They helped out with everything from crew briefing rooms to running the RAF Air Cadets own recruitment stand. Ten cadets from No.3 Welsh Wing, three of whom were from Kenfig Hill, were chosen to assist in manning a climbing wall, VIP area and giving visitors the chance to try some flying by the way of flight simulators.

Instructor Staff Cadet Warrant Officer Nathan Cooper, from Kenfig Hill, who himself is a If you would like to provide evidence to be included in this file, please contact me via the ‘Save Morfa Beach’ Facebook page or on Twitter (@DrCharlesSmith) so that I can obtain a letter from you with: (a) your name and postal address, (b) a statement of the number of years since you first visited Morfa, (c) any other comments you wish.

Alternatively you can send a letter direct to the inquiry. Post it before the end of September

qualified aerospace instructor on flight simulators said that even though the days were long and tiring he found the experience overall rewarding as he met people from all over the world.

With over 230 aircraft participating each year, upwards of 130,000 visitors and support from the Royal Air Force and some of the world’s leading aerospace companies, the Royal International Air Tattoo has been acknowledged as one of the UK’s premier outdoor events for the whole family Add to this free entry for accompanied under 16s and free parking, it’s clear that the Royal International Air Tattoo, held in support of the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust, offers unbeatable value for money Lindsay Thomas

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Our photo shows some Wombles picking litter. If Tata own the beach, they do not seem to keep it very tidy. Save Morfa Beach (Friends of Morfa) are glad to help, and will continue to do so after winning the inquiry.

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The awards are designed to recognise and honour outstanding people and organisations that have made a significant contribution to our community during the past year. BAVO would like to

encourage people to nominate individuals and groups who they believe have made a significant contribution to the community through volunteering, giving their time, energy, skills and commitment to help others in their community.

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Most birds have finished breeding by now, but Woodpigeons will be raising their second or third brood.

They produce ‘crop milk’ for their young (similar in composition to mammalian milk). Our largest pigeon, the Woodpigeon has a round belly, grey upperparts and a pink breast. The white neck feathers below a petrol-green patch aid identification, although

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What a summer!

The Signal Box was open for visitors during August weekends and everyone was kept more than busy during our Rail and Retro Saturday which was supported by Glamorgan Iron Horse and Porthcawl Railway Club’s mini steam engine and layout of Bridgend Station (circa 1959).

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young birds lack this plumage.

Look out for their white wing crescents in flight. Woodpigeons are often seen in large flocks on farmers’ fields where they cause economic damage to crops such as rapeseed. The call is monotonous and repetitive – ‘coo cooo coo, coo-coo’, or as my dad taught me ‘my toe hurts cuck-oo’; a series of these calls is abruptly ended with one extra ‘oo’. Garden BirdWatch (GBW) data show fewer Welsh gardens host this particular bird than those in Britain and Ireland.

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Autumn activities end with an Edwardian Music on Wednesday 25th September at Cefn Community Centre (The Green Hall). Actor John Prior, MC for the night, will introduce performers from his Cardiff Players, ably supported by pianist extraordinaire Mr Andrew Chinnock of Kenfig Hill Male Voice Choir, Bedford Rd’s soprano Dot Brown and her songsters and “hactor” Neville Granville. Tickets £8 and £7 concessions are available from Carole Mason, Yvonne Granville and Mary Thomas.

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Through Christian eyes THE GOODNESS OF GOD AND THE THREE LOST THINGS Bible scholars say that three things were lost when Adam broke relationship with God. They are: something of God’s presence; the image of God in us was affected; and our view of God was distorted.

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Life with the Porthcawl Lions The other Sunday afternoon new president, Lion Laurence and his wife Julie hosted the annual President’s party for all members and their partners.

Although the glorious weather chose that day to break and the boules competition had to be abandoned everyone had a great time and made short work of the delicious tea. Many thanks to Julie and Laurence for a delightful afternoon.

The Bob Cooke games were very successful and enjoyed by all who went, especially as they came back with one more medal than last year; participants are already looking forward to next year’s event.

because most people think that God is a tyrant or someone quick tempered, when actually he is just the opposite. The Bible says that we need to restore our relationship with him but it is a wonderfully loving and kind God we are being restored to. Just like Adam did when he hid from God after he disobeyed him – we hide from him and try to stay clear of him. No-one wants to hang out with someone that makes them feel bad all the time.

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Hopefully the car boot sales at The Rest will continue into September and there may be one or two more book sales in John Street. Porthcawl Lions will also be helping at the Elvis festival fun run.

All Lions clubs are run solely by volunteers and all the money raised, after basic costs, goes to charity. This month Porthcawl Lions was able to make a donation to Ty Cornel for a new television, the first new one they have ever had.

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Our WI will be celebrating its 1st anniversary in November, when it was first formed.

The year seems to have gone by quickly and we seem to be going from strength to strength. The sense of camaraderie within this WI is excellent.

Rehearsals for GFWI massed choir carol concert in December will soon be under way, which will be a very exciting time for any member taking part in our WI and other local WIs also.

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Kidney research unit Foundation A BBQ took place at our chairman’s, Jean Schofield.

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Our previous coffee morning was such a great success that we are holding another at the Atlantic Hotel on 26th September at 10.30am - 12noon.

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Porthcawl Parkinsons support group At the July meeting of the Porthcawl Parkinson’s Support Group Helen Miles from the Glamorgan Heritage Coast Centre gave us an interesting talk.

Supported by colour slides it was about the coast between Aberthaw and the mouth of Ogmore River.

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We have some beautiful beaches along this coast, but the speed and height of the tides can make them dangerous.

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A lot of the work is keeping the land and paths adjacent to the coast (that is not being farmed) in good condition.

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Porthcawl Townswomen’s guild No meeting was held in August but members were looking forward to a coffee morning held in aid of the Mayor’s Charity and a strawberry and cream tea at the Rest.

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unregulated investments - all that glitters is not gold Investment funds linked to the price and returns on timber, fine wines and classic cars are, on the face of it, some of the most exciting investment available offering dazzling returns of up to 30 per cent a year; however, as the old adage goes, if it seems too good to be true, it probably is.

Many of these funds have run into trouble recently, leaving some investors with major losses and others being denied access to their money. Only in the past couple of weeks, a firm called Brandeaux had to suspend its range of property funds as it could not meet investors requests to withdraw their cash.

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The continuing improvement in the market has seen mortgage choice reach its best for 5 years, according to a report out on 20th August.

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Many of these funds are unregulated, meaning they have a great deal of leeway to put investors money into exotic areas or complicated instruments which promise glittering returns but offer little protection for the investor if things go wrong.

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TROUBLE WITH TENANTS? Sara Hawkins, lettings manager with local estate agent Payton Jewell Caines says many landlords risk trouble with tenants when not abiding by lettings legislation, failing to carry out thorough referencing checks and presenting properties in poor state of repair.

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Positive vibe in market

Local award winning estate agent Peter Alan has reported that the housing market is looking stronger than this time last year and is set to remain positive throughout the rest of 2013.

Christine Armsby, Manager of the local John Street branch, commented, “It is great to see the market is gradually improving since this time in 2012. What is encouraging is that we are noticing an increase in the number of first-time buyers and investors coming back to the market. One of the main reasons for this is that sellers are now more realistic about what price to expect for their home. The result of this is that properties are marketed at an accurate

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Peter Alan has had a very successful year as they have been voted both the Best Letting Agency in Wales and the Best Estate Agency in Wales by The Sunday Times, for the second year running! Christine continued, “It is great to be part of an organisation which is recognised nationally as being the best of the best, this is a testament to the time we have invested making our service truly first class and shows we are continuously achieving high standards to help people find their ideal home. At Peter Alan we offer clients a wide range of services including sales, lettings, mortgages, legals, auctions, and our distinctive homes division – pa black. By having this wide range of services customers can be certain that we always ensure to do what’s best for them.”

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Christine continued, “Our aim is to offer excellent value through high standards of service in order to help people to buy, sell or rent property as quickly and as effectively as possible. We are delighted to have been able to help an increased number of people move home during 2013 and we look forward to helping even more people find their perfect home in the coming months.”

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There are certain times in the year when solicitors are inundated with new clients wanting advice in relation to family matters.

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Combating inflammation

The following extract is taken from an article to do with combating soreness and fatigue after exercising but would be useful to anyone suffering with pain from inflammation. ginger: A natural pain reliever with a long history of medicinal uses, ginger (both raw and heat-treated) has been shown to reduce muscular pain by about 24 percent.

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The seasons are beginning to change again. As the cooler weather sets in, and the days grow shorter, it’s time to start preparing your garden for next year!

Split old perennials and plant new ones whilst the soil is still moist and warm enough for the roots to become established before winter comes (shiver!)

Clear out summer bedding plants and replace them with lovely spring polyanthus and wallflowers. It’s time to plant bulbs in the garden for spring and hyacinths in bowls for

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Did you know the world’s largest cucumber (grown in Essex in 1986) was a whopping 3ft 8ins, enough to make 44 rounds of cucumber sandwiches!

We have a talk on preserves, jams and wine making on 24th September at 7.30pm in the Green Hall (yummy). You’re welcome to join us.

Did you hear about the elderly gentleman who streaked through a local horticultural show – he won first prize for best dried arrangement!

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The Cuisine scene Welcome to the new cuisine section ‘The Cuisine Scene’.

Every month a different cuisine will be reported, designed to inspire some fresh ideas and deliver something new. I have a passion for food and have sampled cuisines worldwide.

I hope you savour each and every one with me.

First up it’s the green green grass of home – Wales. Our cuisine reflects some of the finest produce in the world. Welsh black beef and Welsh mountain lamb are known worldwide for their quality and are exported to Asia and the Middle East.

Traditional Welsh food was developed to satisfy the needs of hardworking men and woman.

Hearty, substantial dishes such as Cawl and Tatws Pum Munud appeased the appetites of farmers, coal miners and

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Welsh cooking includes seafood. The Gower is famous for its strong fishing culture.

This is exemplified by the use of cockles and laverbread. The Gower Peninsula was one of the only places where the edible seaweed laver was found.

Cheese is very traditional, with Welsh rarebit or caws pobi still being popular. Caerphilly is famous for its cheese, and many other brands have been produced thanks to widely raised dairy cattle.

Mutton has made a comeback thanks to leading chefs and HRH Prince Charles. It is known for its gamey flavour, making it great for casseroles and stew.

Its full flavour comes from quality sheep meat which has been aged for two years. Mutton is widely available so give it a go! Next month: Greece.

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summer days

Words of comfort Yesterday you felt the pain, Today you feel the sorrow.

But with words of comfort, We will help you through tomorrow.

The unexpected passing, Of the one you love.

Will only be helped with cwtches, All the way from up above.

The thought of never seeing me, May make you weep and cry.

But with your loving voice calling, You will feel me close by.

Baby dear I did not seek you, Baby dear Yet, though unplanned, you knew You’d found a place within my heart And as you heavier grew You’d nestle closer, day by day Until at last I knew This is my Son, my baby dear, And, yes, I’m in love with you

Although some memories will fade away, Our true love will never.

So wear my ring close to your heart, And I will be with you forever.

You are the sunshine of my life You greet each day with joy With gurgling smiles and big blue eyes You’re such a darling boy I know you’ll grow to leave this nest And find so much to do But while you’re near, my Baby dear, Oh, I’m so in love with you

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PAuLine LeWis Porthcawl

enough

retro versus vintage

She strays and returns Each trip just burns away at our love which seemed forever ours, forever deemed.

What’s all the fuss about Anything modern is out Everything worn, rusty, Shabby or cracked is in

What is there to do Just hang on and wait? perchance she hates this frivolous danger too.

Like the cherished bread bin Battered and made of tin It’s lasted sixty years or more Now to someone else will Become a treasure like before

I think not; hope’s gone, or if not, then soon.

The poison is taken, the strings are just breaking.

Oh, foolish is love and fickle and tough and soft and destructive and easy corruptive.

There, I have spoken it’s only my love that’s holding me here.

To the future I speak and then, not so bleak.

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The blue sky haze, cleared.

And the sizzling sun appeared.

How hot and glorious the sun, seared.

Where to sunbath? Where to be reposed?

With factor fifty sunblock, be it known!

Sun hat on, perched quaintly on my crown.

In case the sun and heat make me frown.

I wonder if I will go brown?

To cool myself down; I drink a cold drink.

Pouring the fizzy liquid to the glasses brink.

Nothing stronger, or I’ll be in the pink.

I’ll pour some water too; I think.

Still not cool, I retreat to the shade.

A shame, you say to need such aid.

“Let the sun shine on”, I bade.

For Summer’s warmth and cheer, will fade.

AniTA griFFiTHs Pyle

Oh! I remember that Or we had one of those Am I really that old To have seen it all before So now all that’s vintage Or is it retro maybe Oh well at least I’m not Quite in the antique category! sue WATers Porthcawl

Not just thrown away Like the plastic bread bin That’s going to end up Unloved in the landfill Old clothes in the attic Are no longer out of date Now my daughter’s wearing My seventies retro style

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Art in Focus

This month I wish to highlight a female Neo-classicist from the 18th century, who not only became one of the original members of The Royal Academy (founded in 1768), and was only one of two women members no less, but was considered to be one of the best artists of her era, as her friend the first President of The RA, Sir Joshua Reynolds claimed.

This exquisite artist is Angelica Kauffmann (1741-1807) and

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there are two beautiful allegorical artworks on Shakespeare by her currently on display in gallery 4 where she is amongst some fine company: Sir Joshua Reynolds himself, Thomas Gainsborough, Richard Wilson, and Hogarth, to name a few.

You will find her two small paintings on metal on either side of the ostentatious, but magnificent organ that Sir Watkin Williams-Wynn commissioned for his dining hall in his London home. Almost lost amongst the organs grandeur, these two works, which celebrate the genius of a female artist, are certainly worth observing the next time you visit the museum and highlights that women artists were just as good, if not better than their male equivalents.

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who are back together.

And still on great bands, what a year it’s been so far for The Cover Sluts. They headlined a recent festival to over 5,000 fans and are recording an album of original songs. Group members Abi, Daz and Ed also all had cameo roles in the film Ghosts of Glamorgan, which gets its official release in ! ice Vo Abi the October. You can check out their interview and trailer on www.downHi, first off congratulations woodfilms.com. The band will to Mat and staff on their be playing live in the Hi-Tide’s 15th anniversary of this marquee for a charity bash on great magazine and a big Friday 20th September. thank you for giving local Good to see live music at the music a voice.

Brogden again every Saturday With pubs closing down at and Sunday, and happy birtha fast rate, may I recommend day to Adrian’s Wall drummer some acts that will put some Jamie, who I’ll review with the bums on seats. They include Newton Pop Festival next time, Mojomatics, Last Chance Heand the Jordan Marks video. roes, Lady and the Tramps, The sTAg MArKs Guzzards, Lounge Lizards and 07979 971127 my buddies The Evil Turkeys

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Paper Aeroplanes

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Acoustic Club Hi there from the Acoustic Club!

So far this year we have had capacity audiences, seeing the return of the acclaimed Blue Rhondda in February, supported by Huw Chidgey from Aberdare; then in April the gypsy jazz of Afternoon in Paris; then in June the return of the hillbilly Shootin’ the Crow; ending with Cara Luft on 28th June, all the way from Canada, originally the founder member of the band The Wailin’ Jennys.

We return on 12th September

Ken newman retrospective

September at Silures sees an exhibition with a difference.

Local artist, Ken Newman is holding a ‘retrospective’. Ken, who is in his 92nd year was accepted by the Vittoria Street Art College, Birmingham in 1936 but financial restraints

with Colum Regan (check him out at www.columregan.com) doing a solo spot with support (TBC). Then, on Friday 4th October, the pairing of Wales’ finest musical talents Martyn Joseph (www.martynjoseph. net) and Paper Aeroplanes (www.paperaeroplanesmusic. com) appearing together on the same bill!

For more information and tickets contact www.grandpavilion or at the Box Office on 01656 815995. Look forward to seeing you there…

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meant that his career went in another direction, bringing him eventually to Wales and to work in the chemical industry. His work reflects his active mind and over the past 10 years his wonderful acrylics have gradually been replaced by digital art. Both can be seen in this exhibition. The exhibition will be held at Silures Gallery, 40 South Road, Porthcawl CF36 3DG from Saturday 7th September 2013 to Sunday 29th September 2013. Open 11am to 4.30pm weekends and bank holidays. sAnDrA WinTLe

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It’s A Family Affair…

(We’ll Settle It Ourselves) A play full of scheming, plotting and laughter

'48 Seconds at Ogmore' by Geoff Baker

‘The Blue Ffeather’ by Richard Craze

Adapted by Simon Crowther (Coronation Street) With William Thomas (Gavin and Stacey, Belonging) and Rhodri Meilir (My Family, Caerdydd)

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half of them achieved 18 or more points out of a possible 20! Three prints attained the maximum mark of 20 out of 20, so Les had to decide which We are currently in our print had each of the three closed season, but we still trophies. meet every week for field The eventual winner was trips (see our website) and Geoff Baker, who received a everyone is welcome to trophy and a Sony camera for join us.

‘48 Seconds at Ogmore’. The The new season starts on 12th September at Glamorgan runner-up was Glyn Edmunds, who received a trophy and Holiday Hotel, Porthcawl. £50 for ‘After the Rain on Our Porthcawl Summer Competition and our Summer the Masai Mara’. The Magical Sights Safaris trophy and £25 Exhibition in Grand Pavilion went to Richard Craze for ‘The were a huge success this year, with a record number of Blue Feather’.

Congratulations to Geoff, visitors!

The Porthcawl Summer Com- Glyn and Richard for winning and a big thank you to everypetition 2013 was for prints one who participated.

Les Loosemore AWPF judged the competition, who awarded Full details of our programme and field trips are available the marks and provided an on our website at www. excellent critique on each pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk. We image. welcome new members.

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For the times they are a changing!

Porthcawl Male Choir Around this time every year the choir turns its full attention to its annual concert and this year is no exception.

The concert takes place on Saturday 14th September at the town’s Grand Pavilion, 7pm.

This year’s special guest is another Welsh success story of the west end musical scene in the form of John Owen Jones.

John was born in Burry Port in 1971 and is a graduate of the Central School of Speech and Drama in London. He has appeared on TV as well as on the West End stage. He has played the role of the Phantom in the musical Phantom of the Opera and the pivotal role of Valjean in the long-running Les Miserables. In 2010 he appeared in the Royal Variety Performance alongside Alfie Boe, Colm Wilkinson and Simon Bowman, the ‘Valjean Quartet’ as they were described, each of them having performed that role in Les Miserables.

Naturally the choristers are looking forward to being on stage with this highly talented performer.

More details of John can be found online on Wikkipedia or on his own web site, JohnOwenJones.com Tickets are available at the Pavilion’s ticket office, price £15.

Mid Glamorgan Mixed Choir, Pencoed has finished another successful year.

It culminated with a concert in Gilwern, near Abergavenny where we were invited again to sing. £553 was raised for Wales Air Ambulance Service.

This was the last concert that our Musical Director, Norma Ridout conducted. It was an emotional evening for both Norma and the choir. Norma led and developed the choir for the last 13 years. We would like to pass on our sincere thanks and appreciation.

Matthew Nash has now been appointed as our Musical Director, the choir is looking forward to working with him.

The choir is now looking for an experienced accompanist who is confident playing a wide variety of music for our rehearsals and concerts. An honorarium is negotiable.

We are friendly group of mixed ages and abilities. We raise money for charities from our concerts. A £300 donation was given to Y Bwythyn from our Annual Concert at St Crallo’s Church, Coychurch.

We are always looking for new members. We meet Thursdays, Pencoed Bowls Pavilion 7.15 8.45pm. If you are interested in playing for the choir as an accompanist or joining us to sing please ring Louise Baker, Secretary 01656 667451.

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Forthcoming green room events

When it changes from office to coffee bar to nightclub or performance space, The Green Room, above SUSSED, 5, James St. Porthcawl, is becoming the place to be!

Check www.sustainablewales. org.uk for more details.

Forthcoming events include the SUSSED Members’ AGM on Wednesday 11th September, 7.30pm, followed by cocktails and canapés. And it’s not too late to become a member of this lively social enterprise, specialising in Fairtrade, local and organic merchandise. Check the new ‘up-cycled’ furniture corner - goods made locally for sale. Ring 01656 783962.

Friday 20th September, 8pm,

girlguiding Porthcawl Girlguiding gives girls and young women the opportunity to be themselves, have fun, build lasting friendships and gain valuable life skills.

There are many opportunities for girls aged 5-14+ to join the Girlguiding community in Porthcawl. Rainbows for those aged 5-7 years, Brownies from 7-10 years, Guides 10-14 years

Tracy Evans will be leading a discussion on ‘The Feminine’, and how important it is to encourage greater femininity in all of us (male and female!) and confront the arid patriarchy that dominates society.

Friday, 4th October, 8pm, John Barnie will be presenting new poetry, while the regular Open Mic offers other writers the opportunity to perform in public.

If you would like to read, or simply find out what’s happening on the Porthcawl cultural scene, come along. Entrance to debates and readings £3.

Meanwhile, Monday 23rd September, 7.30pm, sees a public meeting: UCG Underground Coal Gasification and ‘To Frack or Not to Frack’ speakers to include Director Friends of The Earth Cymru, Gareth Clubb, the Y Centre, 25 John St. Porthcawl. Sustainable Wales examines these hot topics which have major energy implications for us all. Entrance min. £1.

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and a Senior Section Unit for girls aged 14+. There are fun activities and projects for all to enjoy. There are units for each group in Nottage, Newton and in Porthcawl Town, on different days throughout the week.

Volunteer new leaders are also very welcome. For more information contact: Catherine: catherinepowell@hotmail. com or Eira: snowjames1@ btinternet.com FeLiCiTy OWen

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Forthcoming highlights…

The Grand Pavilion Porthcawl

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The Grand Pavilion is part of Bridgend County Borough Council’s Wellbeing Directorate Rhan o Gyfarwyddiaeth Lles Cyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol Pen-y-Bont ar Ogwr

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   The Christmas with Chris Mike Stylistics The Siren Sisters Ramsey Doyle    7.30pm Thursday 21 November 2pm Friday 22 November 8pm Saturday 23 November 7.30pm Friday 15 November Nos  Wener Nos Wener 15 Tachwedd 22 Tachwedd Nos Sadwrn 23 Tachwedd Dydd  Iau 21 Tachwedd                  Christmas Pantomime Roy Chubby Mike & Russell Kane –   Brown The Mechanics Smallness   Wednesday 11 December – Sunday 5 January 2014   8pm Thursday 13 March 7.30pm Wednesday 23 April 8pm Friday 21 February Dydd Mercher 11 Rhagfyr – Nos Wener 21 Chwefror Nos Fercher 23 Ebrill  Nos Iau 13 Mawrth  Dydd Sul  5 Ionawr 2014  

Community café

Café visitors enjoying armchair exercises

If you are 50 or over, get out of the house, meet new friends and take part in lots of fun activities at Bridgend Carers Centre’s community café every Wednesday from 12.30pm – 3.30pm.

Run as part of the Big Lottery funded Community Companions – befriending for over 50s programme, the café is in the Bridgend Carers Centre, 87 Park Street, Bridgend.

Each week, freshly cooked hot and cold dishes are available to buy, together with a mixture of information sessions and lots of fun activities including sequence dancing, armchair

Blind Drive challenge

A driving event with a difference takes place at Llandow Race Circuit on Sunday, September 29.

Guide dog owners from Bridgend borough will be among those taking part in a Blind Drive challenge to manoeuvre a dual-controlled vehicle around the circuit.

Sighted participants can also sign up for the challenge - with the twist that they must do it blindfold! All vehicles will be provided with a qualified BSM driving instructor, talking each participant through the route and explaining the controls.

Archaeology Day school We are holding a one day only Day School, at Cowbridge Community College on September 11th at 10am examining diet in Roman and Early Medieval.

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exercises, quizzes, arts and crafts or cooking to name but a few. Special agencies also visit each month offering individual support and advice on a whole range of subjects including finances and domestic issues.

Participants have said that the café has given them “a new lease of life, enjoyment and friendship”.

The Community Companions over 50s befriending scheme is co-ordinated by Bridgend Association of Voluntary Organisations (BAVO) in partnership with a range of statutory and voluntary organisations including Bridgend County Borough Council.

With lots of fun and informative activities each week, admission is free of charge.

For further details, call 01656 658479.

JAne sAviLe BAVO All participants are asked to raise a minimum of £50 sponsorship for Guide Dogs Cymru, with a special prize for the person who raises the most.

There will also be the chance to drive a slalom track, with a prize for the person judged to have performed best. And why not test your parking skills by taking our blindfold reversing challenge?

What’s more, there’s a Young Person’s Driving Experience for anyone tall enough to sit in a car and reach the pedals, again under dual controls.

It promises to be an adrenaline-fuelled day, with a bouncy castle, stalls and raffle. Places are limited, so ring the Cardiff Mobility Team on 0845 372 7405 to register your place or e-mail frank.greig@guidedogs. org.uk

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Colum Regan Plus support TBC @ Stage Door, Grand Pavilion 8pm start. 01656 815995, www.grandpavilion.co.uk

Porthcawl Floral Arrangement Society 7.30pm @ Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl. Enrolment Night flower demonstration by Joan Southerton: ‘Bits and Pieces’.

A warm welcome extended to everyone. Further information: 01656 785388 or 01656 657489

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OCTOBER Martyn Joseph and Paper Aeroplanes @ The Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl. 7.30pm start. 01656 815995, www.grandpavilion.co.uk

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We will look at how diet has changed through time and according to your status and occupation.

For further details please contact us on: archaeologycymru@ live.co.uk or 07751 255725.

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Also on Tuesdays & Saturdays.

Contact Anne: 01656 772725, email: swimschoolwales@yahoo.co.uk • ANCIENT ART OF • COMEDY IMPRO CLUB £15 per BELLRINGING, PORTHCAWL term. Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl. For @ St. Johns Church, Newton Green, more info or to book a place, call Tracy Porthcawl 7.45-9pm. Email ruth.birch@ on (01656) 815995 hotmail.co.uk • CREATIVE STITCHING, CEFN • BALLROOM & SEQUENCE CRIBWR (Term time only) WEA DANCING, PORTHCAWL Creative Stitching Class in Bethlehem (EXCEPT BANK HOLS) @ Church Life Centre. 12pm–2pm. Learn the Awel-y-Mor Centre. 2–4.30pm. some new techniques and meet new Admission £2. Tel: 01656 653914 people. More info: Kim 02920 382431, • BCLC CEFN CRIBWR Buzz soft courseinfosouth@swales.wea.org.uk play 0 -3yrs: 10.30am–1pm £3/child • CYLCH MEITHRIN, Rock Kidz 4–8yrs: 4.30–6.30pm PORTHCAWL Open Mon–Fri £2.50 per child (including snack) 9.15am-1.15pm. Welsh Nursery at Youth Monday 9–13yrs, 7–9pm, Tabernacl Chapel, Fenton Place. 2+ years 50p entry Mybclc Gym Open • DANCE CLASSES, 9am–7pm, Mon–Fri; Sat: 9am –12noon.

BRYNTIRION @ the Dance Studio, 07557 479770 to arrange other times.

Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion. Classes in Mybclc coffee bar Open 10am – cheerleading/hip hop/jive for kids/line 2.30pm, Mon–Thurs; Fri: 10am–1pm @ adult jive classes 8–9pm. Tel: 07980 Bethlehem Church Life Centre, 01656 039128 745655. Facebook us: BCLC Kids • DRAGON SPORT NETBALL, • BELLY DANCING CLASSES KENFIG HILL 5-6pm @ Cynffig Beginners and refreshers @ the Dance Sports Hall. Contact: Debbie 07890 Centre, Elm Crescent, Bryntirion 582636 (next to Filco) 6–7pm. Contact • HATHA YOGA CLASSES, Linda 01656 863639/07824 874511, PORTHCAWL 6.30–8pm @ St elindiabellydance@gmail.com Clare’s School. All levels welcome.

• BINGO, KENFIG HILL @ the Please contact Alan Davies, British Talbot Community Centre, Prince Road Wheel of Yoga teacher, on 01639 888705 from 6.30 pm. Please phone Cheryl on • INDOOR 5-A-SIDE FOOTBALL 01656 749754 for more information LEAGUE, MAESTEG @ Maesteg • BRIDGEND & DISTRICT Comprehensive 6–9pm. Boys 13–15 CAMERA CLUB @ Nolton Church years. Call Phil on 07535 254290 or Hall, Merthyr Mawr Rd, Bridgend, email philipnmorgan@sky.com 7.30pm. Disabled access. Contact: • JOY OF LIVING Meditation group. info@bridgendcameraclub.co.uk Every 1st & 3rd Monday @ Friends • BRIDGEND WARRIORS Meeting House, 87 Park St, Bridgend.

KICKBOXING CLUB, CF31 4AZ, 7.30–9 pm. Current theme: BRIDGEND Above Codys, The ‘Loving Kindness and Compassion’ and Dunraven Arms Hotel, Bridgend. asking the question, “Is it possible to Beginners: 6.30–8pm, graded practice loving kindness and compassion members: 7.30–9pm (times overlap). in a world filled with hatred and anger?” kkaw_copp@hotmail.com Guided meditations, group discussion • BRIDGEND U3A, BRIDGEND and support offered. All welcome.

Every 3rd Monday @ The Mission for Suitable for beginners and experienced the Deaf, Coychurch Rd, Bridgend, 2pm. meditators and those just curious. There 01656 656207 is no commitment, drop in basis.

• BUZZ SOFTPLAY (inc. messy • JUDOKWAI, BRIDGEND @ Cefn play) 10.30am–1pm - BCLC Cefn Glas, Bridgend, 07958 145535 (Matt).

Cribwr www.mybclc.org/01656 745655.

Juniors (6–15 years) 6.30–7.30pm.

Age 0-3. £3 1st child, subsequent Seniors (16+) 8–9pm. Term time only children half price • CRUSE BEREAVEMENT CARE - • KENFIG HILL & DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR Rehearsals MORGANNWG 1st and 3rd Monday of each month (Bank Holidays excluded). in the Choral Suite, Green Acre Motel, North Cornelly, 7–9pm. Tel 01656 Friendship/Social Group @ the ARC 740766 centre, Bridgend, 6.30–8.30pm. Contact • KYOKUSHIN KARATE, CEFN 01792 462845 or just drop in CRIBWR @ Green Hall Cefn • CHILDREN’S DANCE CLASSES Cribwr. Juniors Training: 6.30–7.30pm; For ages 3 to 18 years, 4–8pm @ The Seniors 6.30–8.30pm. First lesson Dance Centre, Bridgend. 01656 652165. free. Juniors £2.50, Seniors £3.00. www.dancecentre-bridgend.com Ages 6–104. Beginners and improver’s • CHILDREN’S SWIMMING welcome. Come and get fi t and learn the LESSONS, BRIDGEND @

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Kyokushin way. cckkc@hotmail.co.uk.

Also on Thursdays • MENTAL HEALTH WELLBEING GROUP @ Sarn Life Centre, 6.30–7.30pm. Experienced mental health issues? No referral needed, all are welcome, just to pop along and have a cuppa in a relaxed and informal setting.

• MID GLAMORGAN ACCORDION BAND, PYLE Rehearsals at Pyle Rugby Club 7–9pm.

Beginners and other instruments welcome. Contact Allan: 01639 888053 or Gerry: 016567 784904 • MINI ROCK MONDAY 5–6.30pm.

BCLC Cefn Cribwr www.mybclc.org/ 01656 745655. Age 4–9. £2 inc. tuck shop, drink, craft • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers. 3 months–4 years grouped according to age. @ St Marys RC Church Hall, Ewenny Road, Bridgend. Book your FREE class and view out latest timetable at www.monkeymusic.com or contact Emma on 01656 649190 vale. bridgend@monkeymusic.co.uk • OVER 50s KEEP-FIT, BRACKLA Brackla Community Centre. 10.30– 11.30am. 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: 01656 861481 • PORTHCAWL CHORAL SOCIETY PRACTICE @ Trinity Church 7.15–9.15pm. Mixed voice choir.

New members welcome. 01656 784211 • PORTHCAWL DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB @ The Rest Hotel, 7pm. Contact Tricia: 01656 785794 • PORTHCAWL RUGBY UNDER 14s Training has now started, 6pm at South Road, Porthcawl. New players welcome. Any enquires please call Steve Protheroe 07889 022477 • PORTHCAWL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB 5–7pm, Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl. Beginners & training for Graded Martial Arts students of all ages (grading every 3 months). Christian Whale (5th Dan): 07784 317151.

Facebook: Porthcawl Shotokan Karate • PRAM FITNESS, BRIDGEND 1.30–2.30PM @ the Loft Cafe, Broadlands. Specialist outdoor postnatal exercise class for mums whilst baby enjoys a ride in their pram. Contact Sarah on 07917 276788. Email sarahdowson@sky.com • SALSA DANCE BEG/IMP, BRIDGEND 8pm @ The Dance Centre/Labour Club Bryntirion, 01656 652165 • SCRIBBLES ART & CRAFT

GROUP @ The Pier Hotel, Porthcawl (except Bank Holidays).

10.30am–12.30pm. Also on Fridays. Info: geoffstone44@gmail.com • SING AND SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ Brackla Tabernacle, Bridgend, CF31 2PQ. Stage 1: 1–2 pm. For more information or to book please contact Beverley on 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@singandsign.co.uk www.singandsign.co.uk • SLIMMING WORLD, PORTHCAWL @ Gilgal Church Hall, Woodland Ave, Porthcawl. 5.30pm. Tel Bev: 07912 172674 • SNAC - SPECIAL NEEDS ACTIVITY CLUB, MARGAM Adult Social Night 6.30–9pm £4. Call Cheryl 01639 899666 • TAI CHI FOR HEALTH, PORTHCAWL @ Awel Y Mor Centre, Porthcawl. 10am. Beginners welcome. www.cobwebs.uk.net/suntaiji • TANG SOO DO, PYLE & DISTRICT (Korean self defence). No training fee for 1st month. 5–6.30pm mixed class (also Fridays). Upstairs in Pyle Life Center contact Kyo Sa Nim Gareth Powell on 01656 659592/ 07884 295499/gareth.powell@tangsoodo. co.uk • TRINITY ART GROUP @Trinity Church, Porthcawl, 7pm. Beginners & experienced artists, 14+. Wide range of media, subjects and approaches. Also on Fridays, 1–4.30pm. Jean: 01656 783017 • YOGA CLASSES, PORTHCAWL With Carol Curtis Jones. British Wheel of Yoga teacher. Trinity Church, Porthcawl 1–3pm and Awel-y-Mor, 7.15–9pm.

Beginners welcome. 01656 773266 • ZUMBA FITNESS CLASS @ 10.30 am at Gilgal Hall, Woodland Avenue, Porthcawl 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 MUSIC WORKSHOPS, PORTHCAWL Return to music. All instruments, all levels of ability. Dust off that old guitar and come along! Rock and Arts Club, 41 John Street, Porthcawl.

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Mixed choir @ Tabernacl Church, • BOOGIE BEAT MUSIC & Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–9pm. All MOVEMENT Classes for up to age welcome. 01656 784180. www.Cor-Bro5yrs. 2–2.45pm @ Pencoed Pavillion Ogwr.com (next to swimming pool). To book a free • CRUSE BEREAVEMENT CARE trial contact Nicky on 07789 688447 - MORGANNWG Last Wednesday nickygreenway@boogiebeat.co.uk of the month. Friendship/Social Group www.boogiebeat.co.uk @ the Salthouse, Porthcawl, 12.30pm.

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Pop in to meet new friends or bring one with you and have a free cup of coffee and home made cake. Everyone welcome • COFFEE MORNING, KENFIG HILL In the vestry of Pisgah Chapel 10.30–12pm. All proceeds to local youth organisations. Call Karen: 01656 740684 • EXERCISE FOR THE OVER 50s @ the Newton Institute, Porthcawl.

10.30–11.30am. Based on Pilates. £4.

Your teacher is two time olympian silver medal winner Sue Cheesbrough. Ring 07866 313623 for more details • 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 All levels welcome.

7–8.30pm @ Parc Slip Visitor Centre, Fountain Rd, Tondu CF32 0EH. Contact Michele: 07793 544 956, michelelambert 21@hotmail.com www.michelelambertyoga.co.uk • KEEP-FIT CLASSES, COYCHURCH Coychurch Memorial Hall 7–8pm. All levels of fi tness catered for. No joining fee. Also on Monday & Friday, 9.30–10.30am • KENFIG HILL & DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR Rehearse in the Choral Suite, Green Acre Motel, North Cornelly, 7pm–9pm. Come and give it a try, you won’t regret it. Tel: 01656 740766 • KICKBOXING CLASSES: CHILDREN FROM 5 YEARS, BRIDGEND Also on a Monday @ Jeff’s Kickboxing Gym, Dunraven Arms.

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• LIBRARY READERS’ GROUP, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thurs of the month at 7pm. Tel: 01656 754850 www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries • LIFEGUARD CLUB - POOL TRAINING, PYLE @ Pyle Pool 8–10am. Tel: (01656) 771380 for details or www.restbaylifeguards.org.uk • MID GLAMORGAN MIXED CHOIR, PENCOED (Term time only) in The Bowls Club, Pencoed from 7.15–9pm. Call Louise on 01656 667451 • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers. 3 months–4 years grouped according to age. @ BCLC, Cefn Cribwr.

Book your FREE class and view out latest timetable at www.monkeymusic.com or contact Emma on 01656 649190 vale. bridgend@monkeymusic.co.uk • ORIGINAL ARTISTS ACOUSTIC EVENING Every fortnight at the Seahorse, 9pm, in aid of BOBATH Centre for Cerebral Palsy. To play on one of these evenings please contact Nikki on 07916 342370. Small fee to each act • OUTDOOR BOOTCAMP – FORCES FITNESS, BRIDGEND All levels of fi tness can attend, FREE WEEK - Newbridge Fields 18.15–9.15 call 07708 964 032 or email info@ forcesfi tness.co.uk to book!

• PENCOED LIFESAVING CLUB @ Pencoed Swimming Pool. If you’re aged 9-18 and would like to learn lifesaving skills with the opportunity to pursue nationally recognised qualifications in a friendly and fun environment then come along between 7pm-8pm to experience what we offer – bring your bathers – or phone Sarah on 07825 670905 for more details • PORTHCAWL DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB @ Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl, 7pm. Contact Tricia: 01656 785794. Also on a Saturday • PORTHCAWL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB 5–6.30pm Awely-Mor, Porthcawl. Beginners & training for Graded Martial Arts students of all ages (grading every 3 months). Christian Whale (5th Dan): 07784 317151.

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

6–7.15pm: Pregnancy Yoga (£30 for 6 weeks). 7.30–8.45pm: Yoga Drop-in

class (£4.50 per session or £20 for 5 sessions). Please contact Emma on 01656 651230 www.pure-yoga.co.uk or pureYoga on facebook • PYLE & PORTHCAWL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY MEETING @ the Glamorgan Holiday Hotel, The Square, Porthcawl CF36 3BW at 7.15pm. Diverse range of photography related activities. Call Glyn on 01656 772831 (publicity.officer@ pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk), or www.pyleporthcawl-ps.co.uk • READING GROUPS @ Ogmore Valley Life Centre. Last Thursday of the month, 11am. 01656 754856, ovalelib@bridgend.gov.uk. Also, Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thursday of the month at 7pm. 01656 754850, pylelib@ bridgend.gov.uk No meetings in August • ROYAL MARINES ASSOCIATION, SWANSEA BAY BRANCH Last Thursday of every month. Further details 01656 670224 • SENSHI DO KARATE & KICKBOXING @ Cefn Glas scouts hall. Karate: 6–7pm. Kickboxing: 7–8pm. www.senshido-wales@webs.com • SHARING ART Art and craft activities for adults with disabilities @ The Rees Centre 9a Prince Road, Kenfig Hill. Session times 10am-12noon and 2pm-4pm, £5 per session, materials and refreshments supplied. Telephone Wendy: 01656 741166, email:wendy. jenkins@scope.org.uk • SHOTOKAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL @ St. John’s School, 6–7pm. Call Phil on 07951 455246. All welcome.

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

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

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

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

Cornelly Integrated Centre, Greenfield Terrace, North Cornelly, CF33 4LW. Contact/ cyswllt: 07966 321764 • WESTWARD 0–4 MEET AND PLAY GROUP A stay and play facility for babies and toddlers aged 0-4. Westward Community Centre, Cefn Glas, Bridgend. 1.30-3pm. £1 donation required (includes tea/coffee) • YOGA CLASS @ Litchard Infants School, 7.30–8.45pm. General drop in class, suitable for all levels. Relax, recentre and renew. Please contact Emma on 01656 651230 www.pure-yoga.co.uk or PureYoga on Facebook • YOUTH CLUB, JUNIOR @ Porthcawl YMCA, The Y Centre 25 John Street. The place to be on a Wednesday evening. 6.30–8pm. Under 11s. £1 entry.

Free for first time users • ZUMBA North Cornelly Community Centre. 8–845pm. Only £3. Join the party and zumba the winter blues away!

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

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

Community Hall, Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion, CF31 4EF. 01656 772738. www.bridgendwriters.webs.com • CHARITY PUB QUIZ, PORTHCAWL @ Seagull Pub, Rest Bay, Porthcawl. 9pm. Proceeds to local charities.

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

French 12.30pm–2.30pm. Call Kim: 02920 382431 or Amanda 01656 650360, courseinfosouth@swales.wea.org.uk • KOREAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL TANG SOO DO @ All Saints Church Hall, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl. Martial arts for the whole family. Tiger Tots: 4–6yrs: 6–6.30pm; Dragons: 7–12 yrs 6.30–7.30pm; Adults: 13yrs+: 7.30–8.30pm. Tel 07788 482450 e-mail: porthcawltsd@btinternet.com. www.ttfuk.co.uk Also on Tuesdays • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers. 3 months–4 years grouped according to age. @ Trinity Church, Porthcawl. Book your FREE class and view out latest timetable at www. monkeymusic.com or contact Emma on 01656 649190 vale.bridgend@ monkeymusic.co.uk • PORTHCAWL GYMNASTICS CLUB (TERM TIME ONLY) @ Porthcawl Comprehensive School, Park Ave. Classes restart Tuesday 10th September & Friday 13th September.

Please email me for class times etc.

New members also please email with details. Limited places available.

Pam Hardwicke (Head Coach). glyn.hardwicke@gmail.com • PORTHCAWL PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP Last Friday of the month in the Unitarian Church School Room, Nottage, 10.30am. More info: 01656 783071 • SCOPE’S COMMUNITY COMPANIONS CAFE 10am–1pm @ The Rees Centre, 9a Prince Road, Kenfig Hill. Weekly activities such as cookery demonstrations, arts and crafts, gardening, boccia, chair aerobics and much more. Come along for a cuppa and a chat and find out more about our Befriending Service for people over 50.

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

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

Tel: 01656 786463 • STAY & PLAY GROUP FOR TWINS/MULTIPLES Any children will be the responsibility of the parent/

Deadline date is always the 15th of the month

carer they are with. Mums-to-be welcome. 12–2pm at Coity Higher Community Centre, Heol West Plas, Philip Square, Litchard, CF35 6BA. Contact: Kathryn Baker 07824 876945, twinklebridgend@aol.com or Facebook Twin-kle Twin-kle Twin Group Bridgend • TAI CHI, BRIDGEND @ Bridgend Recreation Centre, 7–8.30pm. Beginners welcome. John Jones, Chief Instructor. sunsdragon@hotmail.com • TAI CHI CLASS Traditional Sun Style Taijiquan. Pyle Church Hall. 10–11am.

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

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

Kyo Sa Nim Gareth Powell: 01656 659592/ 07884 295499/gareth.powell@ tangsoodo.co.uk • TI Â FI AR LAN Y MÔR BILINGUAL PARENT TODDLER GROUP 10am-11:30am. All Saints Church Vestry, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl. 07966 321764 • TAI CHI & QI GONG @ Awel-y - Mor Centre, Porthcawl. 10.30am 11.30am. Beginners welcome. Gilda: 07840 350167 • TINYTALK BABY SIGNING CLASSES, PYLE @ Coychurch Memorial Hall 10.30–11.30am. Eluned: 07877 566935, eluendw@tinytalk.co.uk or www.tinytalk.co.uk/elunedw • TWINS & MULTIPLES GROUP, PYLE @ Once Upon A Playtime in Bridgend, 10am–12 noon. Clare Roberts: 07932 972200, d.c.roberts@sky.com • WATER WINGS SWIM SCHOOL Children swimming lessons, Bryntirion Comprehensive School, Bridgend. All ages are welcome. 07772 337760. waterwingsswim.webs.com Also on Saturdays • Zumba @ Kenfig Labour Club.

5.30–6.30pm

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

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

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Swan Inn, Nottage, Porthcawl, 5.30pm.

Just shout out the answer! Come along and join in the fun only 10p for a wrong answer and a raffle ticket for correct ones. The winning tickets have a free drink! Tel. 07813 506044 • CHILDREN’S ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS, PORTHCAWL 10.30–11.45am, Crafty Little Creations @ Porthcawl RFC. Call Sue on (01656) 788420/ 07791 476882 • INDOOR CAR BOOT SALE @ Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl. First 3 Saturdays of every month. 9am–12pm. Phone 01656 657463 to book. Free tea, coffee & biscuits • Live Entertainment Saturday nights @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. £2 • MEMBERS AND GUESTS OF THE RAFA CLUB, PORTHCAWL are invited to enjoy bingo at 7.30pm.

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

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

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

Sunday • BRIDGEND RAMBLERS A weekly programme of three walks: long (10–12m), medium (7–9m) and short (4–6m). Meet at Bridgend Rec Centre.

We’re gone by 9 am for long and 9:30 for medium and short walks. See www. bridgendramblers.co.uk for program.

• CAR BOOT SALE, BRIDGEND @ the multistorey car park next to Aldi, 7am–12pm. 80–200 car boot stalls each week! All proceeds invested into events in Bridgend. Tel: 01656 661338 • CAR BOOT SALES at the Rest Porthcawl 6am ‘til late. Extremely popular events – lovely family days out.

Hot & cold refreshments served from our cafe, open daily 10am–4pm, early on car boot Sundays. Sellers £6/car and £12/van. More info: 01656 772066 • CIRCLE OF LIGHT SPIRITUALIST CHURCH, PORTHCAWL @ Awel y Mor Centre.

6pm. itstriza@talk21.com • GOOD NEWS KIDS’ CLUB @

Gospel Hall, Lias Road, Porthcawl.

11.20am–12.20pm age 3+. Traditional stories, lively songs and great craft activities. Christmas party, free summer outing and more. All helpers fully CRB checked. Please come and join us.

Contact:01656 786447 • INDOOR 5-A-SIDE FOOTBALL, MAESTEG @ Maesteg Comprehensive. 11am–6pm. Adults 16+. Contact Phil: 0753 5254290; philipnmorgan@sky.com • Live Entertainment 5–7pm @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. Plus karaoke until late!

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

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

Or just play for fun. Tel: 01656 783380 • ST DAVID’S JUNIOR CHURCH @ St David’s Church, Florence St, Porthcawl. Term time only, 9.30– 10.30am. Play games, sing songs, read stories and do craft. Group for 0–5 year olds (under 2s must bring a parent) • ST JOHN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL, NEWTON Age 3+ every Sunday, 11am–12 noon, in the schoolroom opposite the church on the green. Great stories, drawing, singing, with Janet and Bev, followed by squash and a biscuit.

Come along any Sunday, we would love to see you!

• SENSHI DO ‘The Warriors Way’ KARATE & KICKBOXING, BRIDGEND @ 3rd Bridgend Scouts Hall, Llangewydd Rd Bryntirion, Bridgend. 6pm till 7pm Karate and 7pm to 8pm Kickboxing/MMA. All levels, beginners welcome. Call 07791 412864 email bkkc@live.co.uk Also, Tuesdays 7–8pm karate. Beginners and all levels welcome. Call Paul Evans: 07791 412864 • SINGLES RENDEZVOUS CLUB, BRIDGEND @ the Brewery Field, Rugby Club, Tondu Road, Bridgend. For single over 30s. 8pm to midnight. Free, entry £4. Smart dress. 01656 773330 or email oursinglesclub@gmail.com

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Time to rest, Justin!

Justin has been supported by many Rotary Clubs along the way and the Porthcawl club is proud to have welcomed him at the finish line at Rest Bay (a really apt place-name for the end of his epic walk!)

To date, Justin had raised over On 12th July, Justin £9,600 for MND research - an Hostettler-Davies set off amazing advance on his aim of from Prestatyn, North Wales, raising £5,000! with his intention of walking The website www.walk4mnd.

650 miles to Porthcawl. blogspot.co.uk gives Justin’s Why? To raise money and indiary of his endeavours and terest into research for Motor photos (including his arrival at Neurone Disease, a cruel disRest Bay). eases which destroys the cells Pictured above with Justin in the brain (motor neurones) are Welsh rugby legends JPR which control muscle moveWilliams and Phil Bennet, MP ment throughout the body.

Madeleine Moon, Mayor and In October 2010 Justin’s Mayoress of Porthcawl Michael friend Gareth, a father of two and Nora Clarke and Wayne young children, was diagnosed Warlow, President Elect of the with MND at the age of just 36. Rotary Club of Porthcawl, who All types of MND are terminal, handed Justin a donation of and his friend was given a life £50 from the Porthcawl club to expectancy of 2-5 years. the charity.

Throughout his 38 day walk, ivOr WiLLiAMs

The Chloe Bigmore Trust

I put my marathon challenge on hold for the early part of this year in favour of completing an ironman distance triathlon which comprises 2.4mile swim,112 mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile marathon consecutively within 17 hours.

This rash decision entailed 7 o’clock swims in Coney Beach and 6 hour bike rides in preparation for this 140.6 mile event which I did manage to

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complete in 15hours 28min, very slow by most triathletes’ standards but at 58 was pleased to finish.

The charity has made a change to its goal as it was becoming apparent that funding a holiday home for life limited children was still a few years away, as a trustee to our charity I was concerned that donations were lying idle in our charity account when those that have donated would probably be happier to see the money put to a good cause sooner than later. We are delighted to be able to help Ty Hafan the children’s hospice in part funding a new play/recreation area.

The area will have swings and slides etc that can be accessed by the life limited children so that they can enjoy what others take for granted.

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For those of you who would like to have a go, please come along to our open session every Wednesday from 7-9pm at Bryntirion Comprehensive School. We will teach you all the basics from falling safely to blocking and hitting with power!

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rest Bay Lifeguard Club

church decided they would like to donate the monies raised to local charities.

During the Sunday service this money was presented to Club Chairman Chris Bluck.

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See you on the beach.

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Josh9.22 White has been given 0447given this opportunity.

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play for Italian Rugby Club, Milan.

The talented outside half was recommended to Milan through the Ospreys as part of his development plan.

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DAviD WiLLiAMs

Deadline date is always the 15th of the month

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