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A little bit of help Student appeal Dear Editor, I have lived in Porthcawl all my life, well, Nottage to be exact. This coming September I will be taking the big step to study an undergraduate music course with cello as my principal study in one of the London conservatories, Trinity Laban in Greenwich.

This is an extremely exciting but also frightening prospect for me, as you can probably imagine, as the cost of living in London is far from cheap and with student fees rising this year it is going to be a struggle.

For the past seven months I have been trawling the papers and websites for jobs and sending endless emails, letters and phone calls to employers but to no avail. Therefore, I am looking to arrange a concert locally to raise some funding towards my course and a local charity. For this reason I am looking for a venue with a low fee and a lot of seats. Very bold of me, I know. Also, if anyone would like to help sponsor me for my course I would be

A trip at Porthcawl Dear Editor, One Wednesday in January I was walking along John Street, Porthcawl, when I stubbed my toe and in a flash was on the ground with my face making hard contact with the paving stone. I was stunned, surprised, shocked and embarrassed. As a rule I am not an attention seeker and illogically did not want to be there.

Within seconds, I was helped by a gentleman and his wife, who held my hand and tried to keep me calm and reassure me that everything would be OK. A head-rest of kitchen towels was provided by a shopper; warm clothing and a chair from a lady working in

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extremely grateful.

I have played in five Porthcawl Comprehensive school shows including this year’s Fiddler on the Roof, won their Senior Music Student of the year award for 2009–2010 and the South Glamorgan Festival for Young Musicians’ Best Cello Performance Cup of 2011, presented by the Rotary club of Great Britain. I help out on a weekly basis in the school’s orchestra and I am a member of the National Orchestra of Wales, Rhondda Symphony Orchestra, Four Counties Youth Orchestra and Bridgend Youth Orchestra. I was also a student in the Junior Music Access Studies Course in the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama from 2008–2011. I am a really hard worker and very conscientious – any money I raise will be much appreciated and not wasted.

If anyone would like to contact me regarding venues or help with funding, my details are provided below.

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01656 783906 wahinerips@hotmail.com Boots pharmacy was quickly provided. Caring hands and consoling advice was received.

My bleeding nose soon abated. A paramedic was called by someone in the crowd who administered to my damaged face.

My husband, who was at the other end of town, was found by a bystander (who herself had a walking stick aid for mobility) who walked the whole length of John Street looking for someone she had never met before.

There was no question of walking on the other side of the street – everyone’s response was helpful and caring.

To all those good people who helped me, I would like to say THANK YOU! MRS MARGARET GRONOW

Dear Editor, I will start by introducing myself; my name is Huw Furness born Cardiff, 22nd January 1972 with a hole in my heart (a ventricular septal defect or VSD).

My parents were told that this was quite a regular occurrence and although the hole was quite a large one as I grew hopefully the hole would close up. Unfortunately this did not happen and as I grew so did the hole.

My parents were then told of the long-term effects of a large ventricular septal defect.

A moderate to large VSD can cause: Heart failure. Infants with large VSDs may develop heart failure because the left side of the heart pumps blood into the right ventricle in addition to its normal work of pumping blood to the body. The increased workload on the heart also increases the heart rate and the body’s demand for energy.

Growth failure, especially in infancy. A baby may not be able to eat enough to keep up with his or her body’s increased energy demands. As a result, the baby may lose weight or fail to grow and develop normally.

Arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats). The extra blood flowing through the heart can cause areas of the heart to stretch and enlarge. This can disturb the normal electrical activity of the heart, leading to fast and irregular heart rhythms.

Unfortunately I was suffering from growth failure, irregular heartbeat and an enlarged heart so the decision was made to operate on me.

Now, in the 1970s this was a large full open heart operation and was normally then only done on adults, but on 5th

December 1977 at Harefield Hospital Professor Sir Magdi Yacoub operated on me.

Now I will get to the reason for my letter to you. For some time now wanted to do something for a heart charity and am planning to do a road rally to raise money in June 2012 (www.barcelonabangers.co.uk).

I would really be gratefully if you could provide a small article to promote the event?

The reason I’m contacting you is so that all the money collected from now until the end of the rally goes to the charity. To achieve this I am going to sell/get sponsors in return for advertising space on the car from companies to pay for costs like fuel ferry crossings etc.

So having a story on the event and a picture of the car once it has been ‘stickered up’ with company names would be a big incentive to them as it would be great for their public image!

Also if anyone would like to contribute to costs or give money to the Children’s Heart Federation please email me on huw.furness@gmail.com.

I would like to take the time to thank a few people for their help and support with this so far.

Dj Finesse for the £250.00 to buy the car (for info and bookings dj.finesse@btinternet.com) Wayne Stone of 1 Stop Auto for the MOT and service on the car www.motpyle.co.uk (Unit 9, Village Farm Industrial Estate, Pyle CF33 6BX, 01656 740700).

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And of course Mat at Seaside News for printing this and helping to promote the event.

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Family history request Dear Editor, George Eley married Mary Ann Conibear on the 23rd December 1886 in Swansea.

George had a butchers shop in Porthcawl where his son George Conibear Eley died on the 27th April 1897 in New Road, Porthcawl. Their daughter Priscilla Mary Eley died on the 19th July 1905 at 11 Sunnyside, Bridgend aged 16 years.

George died in Swansea on the 14th April 1936 leaving his wife living in Porthcawl where she died at number 4 Mary Street on 31st March 1943. They are all buried at the parish church in Newton Nottage, Porthcawl near the door to the church.

Any information on the family would be appreciated, all replies will be answered.

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SUSSED is on the move and needs DIY help!

Dear Editor, Thriving Fairtrade, Welsh and organic shop SUSSED, now located at 92 John Street, Porthcawl, is moving closer to the town’s centre to 4+5 James Street, Porthcawl.

(The offices of charity Sustainable Wales will also be relocating to this address.)

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this exciting development, the community co-operative requires DIY help, such as painters, plumbers, carpenters, plasters, electricians, and general muscle!

Director, Margaret Minhinnick, said today: “These are austere times, but I’m happy to report SUSSED is busy trading, and doing its bit to promote shopping with a conscience. SUSSED is also proud of its volunteer help and social role.”

Richard Thomas, fellow Director added: “With the spirit of reuse in mind we’d like to augment this help with donations of paint, wood, brushes, rollers, shelving, display materials etc.

In short, anyone and anything useful!”

The new location means that we will also need additional sales help – so what are you waiting for?

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Thank you so much for all your responses to our Facebook request for cover images. It just goes to show what a lovely part of the world we live in – and are surrounded by so many talented people!

If you have a photograph you’d like to see on the cover of the April issue, either post it on our Facebook page or email it to us at: info@seasidenews.co.uk

Re: thanks Dear Editor, I guess you must have had Norah Jones on your mind whilst dealing with my letter regarding the Boxing Club as

my letter assumed that name somehow in your February edition.

I can sing but really not as well as her!

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Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School Porthcawl Comprehensive The school was delighted to welcome Huw Hall from STEM Cymru, together with three Cardiff University students.

STEM Cymru is a European funded initiative to encourage young people into Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM).

In keeping with the future the project for the day was the designing and making of a wind turbine. The whole of Year 9 participated over the two days and many turbines were produced. Problem solving was a key feature of the day, two or four gears, angle of blades to name but a few.

The learners drilled, cut and soldered in their groups to make the turbine. To sharpen the focus a STEM medal was

News from St John’s School, Porthcawl

Alongside usual school activities and lessons, time was spent in February preparing for this year’s eisteddfod with all pupils rehearsing for a variety of competitions and performances from individual poetry recitations to group dramas and musical items.

The eisteddfod is a great event in school with every pupil having a part to play and there is always plenty of enthusiastic competitive spirit between the

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awarded each day for the best wind turbine. The winners on day one were Stephanie Harper, Katie Mainwaring and Lauren Owens. On the second day, Erin Fraser and Megan Goldberger came out on top.

So it looks as if Porthcawl has a clutch of budding engineers.

By completing the day and writing up their projects the pupils the pupils will achieve a bronze CREST award from the British Science Association.

All the pupils had a great day, considering sustainable energy and providing a solution to the problem.

ANDREW SLADE Deputy Headteacher

school houses. Parents, families and friends are also able to enjoy the Highlights Concert.

Other recent activities in school have included careers interviews for Year 11 pupils, some drama workshops and a number of presentations from PC Carpenter who helps deliver the PSE programme.

The Interact group has raised funds through selling pancakes and the Friends of St John’s organised a Valentine’s disco in the school’s Crampton Hall for younger pupils. The kitchen staff and the teachers involved in helping on the Healthy Schools awards have worked together producing new healthy taster meals for school lunches in the dining room.

We have held a very successful open day and a follow-up free taster day. If you missed these but would like to visit the school please contact us to arrange an appointment.

MRS C A CLINT Headmistress 01656 783404, www. stjohnsschool-porthcawl.com

This month has been very busy.

Our students have been involved with an exciting project working in collaboration with the BBC ‘Raise Your Game’ featuring Matt Jones, Welsh international footballer. We have welcomed a drama production, a ‘Going Solo’ concert and a Year 7 visit to the Museum of Wales. Our Year 10 parents evening has taken place and the Year 11 options evening is

Ysgol y Ferch o’r Sger, Corneli This is an important year for Welsh schools as the Urdd is celebrating its 90th birthday.

As part of these celebrations Ysgol y Ferch o’r Sger held a red, white and green day party.

Celebration birthday cards were made by the children and the day proved to be a great success as was the Urdd sing-along jamboree for Years 3 and 4, held at Maesteg Leisure Centre a few days later.

How many know that we have our own patron saint of lovers in Wales? Well, Saint Dwynwen’s day (January 25th) was remembered at Y Ferch o’r Sger with discos for the infants and juniors held in the school hall.

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Nottage news Nottage Primary School has been awarded the fourth phase of Healthy Schools accreditation.

To achieve this award the school has done lots of work in lots of healthy areas for example food and fitness, substance use and misuse, hygiene, environment, personal development and relationships and emotional health. One of

approaching quickly.

Congratulation to Sebastian Waters who came first in the seniors of the Bridgend Young Singer competition and also to Connie Osgood-Finney who achieved runner up in the junior competition.

Calling all past musicians of Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School, we are holding a ‘Past meets Future’ Easter concert on Saturday 24th March 2012, 1pm rehearsal, 7pm concert. If you are would like to join in, please contact the school.

REV DR MANGHAN Pennaeth

team looked even smarter and more handsome than usual at a recent match, wearing a brand new kit kindly contributed by Mr Jon Williams.

Musician Eddie Mead, Year 4, is the first Sger pupil to be invited to join an orchestra of national importance, namely the Welsh National Children’s Orchestra. He has already attended rehearsals prior to his first public performance. Well done Eddie! Llongyfarchiadau!

Congratulations are also due to Ethan Denley-Anderson who has represented the school in the Mid Glamorgan Schools’ gymnastic competition and to Abbie Morrelli and Shannon Davies who reached the semi final of the ‘Welsh Factor’ with their dance routine!

JOHN MASON

the most recent developments is the establishment of a food co-op which is well used by parents and staff and run by the Food Club.

Congratulations to all involved in this work especially Mr O’Neill, Mrs Keen and Miss Lawrence.

We are currently accepting application forms for pupils to start in our Tiddlers in September. If you have not yet registered please contact us at school to secure a place.

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YEAR 12 OPEN EVENING To be held at 6.00 pm Wednesday 7th March 2012 The school is proud to hold it’s Annual Open Evening for those students who wish to enter the sixth form in September 2012.

Any student or parent interested can obtain more details and the “welcome pack” by emailing:

year12openevening@ porthcawlschool.co.uk Alternatively you may telephone 01656 774100.

Porthcawl is a traditional school with a proven track record of excellence for all in Years 12 and 13. AS and A2 results consistently compare very favourably with local and national figures.

The A2 pass rate was 99%, almost 1/3 of papers sat were an A* or A grade pass.

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This is what Estyn (School Inspectors) said about Sixth Form education in Porthcawl:“Teachers are well qualified and committed. There are sufficient suitably qualified and experienced staff to deliver the school’s planned curriculum effectively.

Teachers in the sixth form are highly qualified, experienced and are deployed well to ensure all students are provided with every opportunity to succeed” “Sixth-form students are mature, well-motivated young adults with a wide variety of talents and interests who display confidence without arrogance and are personable and at ease with visitors to the school. Their behaviour is very good and outstanding relationships exist between students and teachers”.

“Students make very good progress through their sixth-form studies and the vast majority of students stay in school for two years before progressing to further or higher education”.

Students are confident in their ability to think and work independently and take a leading role in a wide range of activities in school and the local community. Their contributions are often outstanding and, through on-going work and involvement, continue beyond the students’ life in the school”.

“Communication and numeracy standards are very good and the use of IT is integral to many tasks presented to the students. Standards in the use of wider key skills are often outstanding”.

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Excellent news, as promised in last month’s edition…

Eco-Assessor, Matthew Bunt, recently visited us and was delighted to award us our second Green Flag! There’s a massive amount of work that goes into applying for the Green Flag so huge thanks go to Mrs Donaldson and our Eco-committee who have been working so hard.

Road safety continues to be a priority at Newton; the Year 5 Bike-It committee have been conscientious in fulfilling their duties while Mr Steve supports our road-safety initiatives by placing green cones outside the school fence which encourages motorists to drop off pupils

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The whole school visited Cardiff Museum recently.

The children attended a workshop about fossils and minerals. They learned about dinosaurs and saw a lot of exhibits.

The Rainforest Roadshow paid a visit to the school, bringing a tarantula and scorpion among other creatures. The children learnt about the creatures and their habitat. PC Steve

in an appropriate place. We’re pleased to say that we don’t see many cars stopping outside the school yard now making our school much safer.

Year 5 pupils started working with Cardiff City FC education department; the 6 week placement began with a visit to the CCFC ground – most exciting!

March will be a very busy month with celebrations for Saint David’s day taking pride of place. We also celebrate World Book Day by dressing up as a favourite book character and holding a week-long Book Fair…many thanks to all our parents who support us so loyally in these activities.

GILL GORE

www.newtonprimary. bridgend.gov.uk Carpenter came to the school, to teach about internet safety, and the potential dangers of trusting strangers on line. He showed films to help get the message across. A very valuable lesson! Some Year 5 and Year 6 pupils have received training to become peer mediators. They can help other pupils at break time that have a problem. The most important part of this is to be a good listener. Arwen, Charlie, Rhys and Ellie from Class 3, took part in the Aspire Conference at Treforest. They demonstrated how successful our school’s Family Learning programmes are, we are really proud! We are very sad to say goodbye to Ollie Piascik, who has returned to Poland with his family. He won’t start school until he is six, but I am sure he is enjoying himself, as they have lots of snow at the moment. Ollie will be missed by everyone.

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Children & young people Did you know that smoking in cars is banned in nine out of the 10 provinces in Canada, six states in Australia and in the whole of Mauritius?

Now here in Wales the Welsh Government has launched the three-year Fresh Start campaign to try and stop people smoking in cars when children are present.

It aims to make people aware that smoking in cars is dangerous for passengers, particularly children and depending on how it goes it could lead to an outright ban here as well.

What do you think? Some people have said a ban on smoking in cars is extreme but the medical experts tells us youngsters face a serious health risk from second-hand

The Burrows February was another busy month for us at The Burrows.

Babies, toddlers and preschool made beautiful gifts to take home for St. Valentine’s Day. Crafty Little Creations are busy with our after-school club, preparing something special for Mother’s Day and the photographer from the Gazette came to take pictures for St. David’s Day. He also took a picture of our six sets of twins, which we are hoping will be a feature in the paper. The older pre-school children are very excited, as we have a trip booked to see The Gruffalo in March at the Grand Theatre in Swansea. This should

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I’ve thought about this and could anyone honestly say that the ‘right’ to smoke in your own vehicle is more important than youngsters’ health? I don’t think so. I can’t think of many mums and dads who would argue with that.

I think this is a step in the right direction and when you consider that here in Wales 11% of 15/16 year old boys and 16% of girls smoke, a ban would set a great example too.

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be a wonderful experience for the children, who all love the Gruffalo story at nursery. Half term was busy and a trip to Margam Park proved to be very popular. Holiday club children practiced their weaving skills, by making a willow heart. Pancake day was great fun, with the children selecting different toppings for their pancakes.

We are pleased and proud to announce that we achieved the top score of five again this year, in our environmental health inspection. Well done to all our staff, who make The Burrows a great nursery.

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Cynffig news The year is moving so quickly that is hard to believe we are in the run up to yet more summer examinations.

Many pupils are completing coursework assignments and the oral examinations will begin soon. This is also the first year where all our Year 9 pupils will complete a GCSE a year early. We are very proud of the work that is going on across the school not just academically but within our extracurricular provision. Our sixth form engineering team are currently working with Sony and improving the product they will take to the British finals of the Big Bang Competition.

Our eisteddfod took place just

Corneli Primary School - Visit from Mr Carwyn Jones The children of Class 4 and their parents had a big surprise at the Story Cafe when Wales’ First Minister, Carwyn Jones, came and told them the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

There was lots of laughter and who would have thought that a caterpillar would be hiding in his shirt pocket!

Our weekly Story Cafe is an opportunity for the parents or other family members to come into school to share some one to one time with their infant child, listening to a story and

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before half-term. We now have five houses rather than four and in their first official year of competition Flint were the winners. House captains Charlotte House and Ross Cooper were delighted. This spring will also see the school being able to finish off our new outside classroom area. The pagodas which are already in place will form the centre of our landscaped seating area (they are actually visible from the train as you travel to or from Port Talbot). So here’s to some good weather over Easter when the landscaping takes place!

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working together on a fun activity. It is also a chance to enjoy a cup of coffee and make new friendships with other parents.

The storyteller is different every week and we are grateful to Carwyn Jones for finding time in his busy schedule to come and read a story and to all our other fantastic storytellers. We have been very lucky for these have included, Mrs Jan Arbery from Pyle library, PC Steve, Victor the Viking! and even Father Christmas himself!

The Story Cafe will run throughout the year giving every infant child and their families a chance to come and join in the fun.

Stagecoach Theatre Arts are enrolling now for their weekly classes and holiday workshops, open to boys and girls aged from 3 to 18 of all abilities.

Often copied, but never equalled, Stagecoach has remained the leader for children’s performing arts education, with a global reputation.

Schools run locally in Bridgend and the Vale - after school and at the weekend, with weeklong workshops during the

summer holiday. Stagecoach not only delivers the best performance arts training but ensures that each child gets the most out of their experience, by building life skills and confidence while having fun and meeting new friends. They teach students to act, sing and dance and then watch as they become more confident, poised and self-assured. Students thrive in an environment where creativity is nurtured, and technique and style are developed. Alongside weekly drama, singing and dance sessions, those children who wish to pursue formal awards can take LAMDA (London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art) exams, or PAA (Performance Arts Awards). Every student receives regular progress reports, and are rewarded for long-standing commitment with certificates and awards. For more information visit www.stagecoach. co.uk or call Helene Reynolds on 01446 781454.

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Forty one percent of households in Wales are in fuel poverty, which is the highest in the UK. One of the main reasons has been the price hikes that the energy giants have imposed on us all over the last two years.

Staying warm The British winter remains as unpredictable as ever ranging from one of the warmest Christmas periods on record to the past few weeks of plunging temperatures and the threat of snow.

What has become predictable is rising energy prices.

Over the past year, it has been

Managing our leisure Many readers will be aware of BCBC’s plans to work with a social enterprise partner to manage our leisure centres and pools.

This is a fantastic opportunity to secure much-needed investment in our facilities and help improve your health and well-

Wales Coast Path I’m really looking forward to the launch of the Wales Coast Path on 5th May. A number of national and local events are currently being organised to mark the occasion, and we’ll be bringing you more details over the coming weeks.

The Wales Coast Path will offer a single route linking communities across the whole of the Welsh coastline. It will begin at the Dee estuary in

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Recently, most of the big six energy companies have cut the price of one fuel only. For instance, British Gas has only cut electricity prices, EDF and SWALEC have only cut gas prices. British Gas has twice as many gas-buying customers as electricity customers. EDF and SWALEC have many more customers who buy electricity than gas. That does not appear

to be a coincidence.

When prices went up, gas and electricity prices rose together.

That is not the case when we experience price cuts. Wholesale fuel prices have fallen from their 2011 peak by 19% for gas, and 25% for electricity, and yet we are only being offered a 5% reduction that will come into effect as winter ends, and fuel use falls.

If the energy companies were serious about playing their part to tackle fuel poverty they would reduce prices across both fuels, increase the size of the cut to reflect their falling costs, and introduce it immediately.

estimated that on average we are paying 21% more for gas and electricity. Keeping warm is essential particularly for vulnerable groups and there is no shortage of advice about switching energy suppliers to get the best deal. Often this relies on having access to the internet, which excludes large number of people who are not online. In recognition to this,

the ‘send us your bill’ service has been launch. You can send a copy of your latest energy bill with a contact telephone number to: FREEPOST USWITCH or you can call 0800 093 06 07. A trained advisor will then use the information to find the best deal and then call the customer with advice about how they can save money on their bills. Copied

bills will be destroyed. General advice about keeping warm and saving energy is also available from the Home Heat Helpline either 0800 33 66 99 or www. homeheathelpline.org.uk.

being. As you know, budgets are tight; we simply don’t have the millions needed to provide a 21st century leisure service.

But with the support of new partners we can bring about huge improvements, retain ownership of our buildings and ensure they remain affordable.

We know pricing is important which is why it will remain key within this partnership. We will

not allow users to be priced out – far from it. In fact we want to make them even more accessible.

We’ve already revealed the proposed £4.2m investment in Bridgend Recreation Centre and I anticipate many more exciting, positive changes for other centres.

I understand changing the way we do things can make

people nervous. As a Cabinet we’ve driven a lot of change in the last four years and made some big – and brave – choices.

But I know the changes we bring for our leisure facilities will be beneficial to you, the people who use them, and your families.

north east Wales, then head west to Anglesey in Gwynedd and along the south west Wales coast before turning east towards Cardiff and Newport.

With more than £1m invested in the section that passes through Bridgend County Borough, the council’s Rights of Way team has been working closely with the Welsh Government, Welsh European Funding Office, Countryside Council for Wales, the Bridgend Local Access Forum, landowners,

Porthcawl Town Council and Cornelly and Merthyr Mawr community councils to deliver the project.

As both the recently created link across Locks Common and the boardwalk in Rest Bay form important sections of the route and are already proving to be very popular with visitors, I’m sure that the Wales Coast Path is going to be of huge benefit to the area.

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Residents visiting the borough’s four household recycling centres will be offered free help and advice in a special pilot project running throughout March.

A dedicated team of ‘Recycling Advisors’ will be in place to give out free recycling handbooks and answer general queries about recycling bulky and domestic waste.

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Pyle & Cefn watch Neighbourhood policing: Nottage & Rest Bay

Pyle NPT has taken much needed action on scrambler annoyance that is occurring in the nature reserve.

PC Nichola McGill observed several scramblers on the reserve at 1.50pm on Sunday and called for units to help assist in an attempt to stop those individuals using scramblers illegally and also on preserved site of scientific interest. PC McGill was joined by the traffic department and NPT and managed to seize four scramblers, and seven people were issued with a sec 59 warning.

This warning is recorded on the police national database and if the persons are stopped for driving/riding anti-socially or in a careless and inconsiderate manner their vehicles/bikes are to be seized to prevent further annoyance or danger to the public.

PC McGill said: “I hope this sends out a positive message to the local community and users of the nature reserve that we are proactively targeting the use of off road motorbikes.”

This is a terrific result and hopefully it will discourage those that intend to break the law!

PCSOs NERYS LLOYD AND JON HOWE

PACT Meeting - Thursday 8th March, Pyle Life Centre Marshfield Avenue, 6.30pm.

Warning for online shoppers seeking cheap deals Bridgend County Borough Council’s Trading Standards team is warning consumers to beware of bogus websites when shopping online.

The concern follows a number of reports of consumers

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Anti-social behaviour – Locks Lane At the latest PACT meeting you told us about youths acting anti-socially when making way home from school. They are climbing over the hedge and throwing bags back onto the road.

We took action – PCSO Rees has carried out patrols at school leaving times and has reported no youths acting antisocially at the present time.

Patrols will resume after the half term break. If you see any youths climbing or throwing any items in the vicinity of Locks Lane then please report your observations via the nonemergency number (101).

Dog fouling Residents are concerned by the amount of dog fouling throughout both wards.

We took action – PCSO Sharyn Philemon has produced an initiative for the Porthcawl area to help combat the problem. The initiative involves working closely with the schools highlighting problem areas. If you see any owner not picking up their dogs foul then please report this to BCBC enforcement team on 01656 643423 or on details below.

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purchasing products from seemingly legitimate websites but then not receiving the goods. Further investigation has revealed the websites have not been registered in the UK, and there appear to be many more claiming to sell wellknown items such as Australian sheepskin fashion boots and hair straighteners.

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Boost your confidence, improve your chances of getting a job, meet new people and learn new skills by taking up the wide variety of volunteer opportunities available in Bridgend County Borough.

BAVO (Bridgend Association of Voluntary Organisations) are looking for more volunteers of all ages and abilities, offering up-to-date advice and guidance.

BAVO has over 100 registered voluntary organisations offering a wide range of opportunities. Their volunteer centre can match your skills and interests with a vacancy that suits you best including office work, conservation, education, and driving.

Email hoax An email being circulated in the name of National Statistician Jil Matheson is a scam Bridgend County Borough Council’s Trading Standards Service is warning.

The hoax email entitled ‘Population Census: a message to everyone - act now’ demands individuals provide further personal information, supposedly for the Census and threatens fines for non-compliance. lor David Sage said: “When purchasing from a website, we would strongly recommend that you check the contact details for the business. If you cannot locate a UK based address then there is a strong possibility that the website will not originate in this country.

“These websites often advertise very competitive prices, which lures consumers to make

Ben Upton, aged 20 from Bridgend is a volunteer with the British Heart Foundation furniture and electrical store.

Ben says: “I deal with stock in the warehouse, complete function testing on electrical items to ensure they are safe to use and deal with building items that come in flat packed. I also volunteer two and half hours of my time each week with KPC Youth in Pyle, helping young people in the computer suite.

My volunteering has given me the essential skills to put on my CV to make me more appealing to employers, and I already have job interviews lined up.”

Provide a real service to the community as well as getting you out of the house, meeting new people and improving your job prospects. For further details, call 01656 810400 or visit www.bavo.org.uk.htm You can also find the latest volunteering opportunities by visiting the Wales Volunteer Website, www.volunteeringwales.net JANE SAVILE

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You can report receipt of any such suspicious emails at www. actionfraud.org.uk or Consumer Direct on 0808 156 6747, or via their website: consumerdirect.gov.uk MICHELLE BOWER

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purchases in the belief that they’ve found a bargain. However, if the price sounds too good to be true it probably is.”

For further information on your consumer rights or if you require advice on a complaint against an online seller you can contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or visit www. consumerdirect.gov.uk.

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The president, Nina Charlesworth, welcomed members on a very cold evening.

The darts team have been practising for the forthcoming tournament in Llanharry and we wish them luck.

The speaker for the evening was the Rev. Dawn Tilt who gave a very informative talk on life as a chaplain at HMP Parc.

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President Pat Williams welcomed members and visitors to the February meeting of the Kenfig WI and read out a list of forthcoming local and federation events.

An account was given of the federation whist tournament held at Ystrad Owen which had been attended by Muriel Stubbs, Daphne Lewis, Jean David, Cynthia Benson and Ruth Tatchell. Val Williams of Coity WI had won the tournament and everyone present had a very enjoyable afternoon. Final arrangements were announced for the Kenfig WI fish and chip

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The site was originally an ammunition dump, then a hospital before being used as a prison.

Privately-run with a capacity of 1600 prisoners – ranging from petty criminals through to more violent criminals. The youngest is 15 and the oldest 85. There are six full-time chaplains on the team including Baptist, Catholic and Church in Wales. Other faiths, i.e. Muslin and Jewish, are also catered for and each has a service once a week.

There is a Health Care Unit which has therapy days to help prisoners who could self-harm.

A lot is done in various ways to help the prisoners to not re-offend.

The next meeting will be held on 8th March when the speaker will be Mr Terry Walton on ‘Life of a Media Gardener’.

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supper which was held at the Cornelly Community Centre on Thursday 23rd February.

The speaker for the evening was from Bridgend’s Care and Repair. This organisation is concerned with helping older people to live safely in their homes. After outlining its history and funding, Rena Sweeney explained the various aids available to any home-owning over sixty resident of the borough. For example the Handy Person Service is free and offers advice, support and assistance to improve and maintain the home environment.

The evening ended with a wonderful surprise, Jill Troy had provided us all with delicious cup cakes in celebration of Her Majesty the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. Thank you Jill from us all.

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Your rent - one red rose Half million pounds project gets go ahead!

From left: Steve Cannell, Colin Richards, Raymond Howard, Tony Jenkins and Mike Clarke signing the contract

Volunteers at Porthcawl YMCA have raised the £550,000 needed to refurbish their premises on John Street, Porthcawl.

The YMCA moved into these premises in 1910 and has served the community of Porthcawl continuously.

The refurbishment requires

the demolition of one third of the building for a new construction making the YMCA fully accessible to everybody with a lift, fewer levels and stairs and modern facilities all round.

The building works will take eight months, though the youth club continues meeting and related relations with the unemployed programme continue.

A temporary office is situated behind the Porthcawl Town Council Office at 24 Victoria Avenue and the telephone number remains the same: 01656 772166.

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RMBI Albert Edward news We supported Dignity in Care Day here at the home on the recently.

One of our carers Jayme Parsons drew a tree which each of our members of staff on duty came and made dignity promises on how they could better improve the quality of care given to our residents.

We had various memorabilia for our reminiscence activity including newspapers, royal scrapbooks etc. One of the most popular questions and answers was what they used their ration books for and where they spent their holidays as children. We are keen to hold a royal reminiscence session closer to the jubilee time to find out where all our

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residents were on the day of the coronation.

Whilst reading our wartime scrapbook Mrs Bennett who was nine years old when war broke out remembered she was at home because her sister who was six years older than her got called up for the women’s land army.

We also showcased our dementia life digital reminiscence therapy software to our other residents so they can appreciate the equipment we have available in our dementia support unit.

Should you require a tour of the home please do not hesitate to contact us on 01656 785311.

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In 1660 the Earl of Pembroke, Lord of Kenfig, commissioned a survey of the borough.

That survey discovered that only one cottage near the medieval castle was occupied. However, nineteen people rented land at Paschall Hill at 2½ old pennies an acre while a further twenty tenants held land at the nominal rent of one red rose and three peppercorns a year.

The survey of 1660 also revealed that the grange at Sker, previously owned by Neath Abbey, was now in the possession of Thomas Turberville, who had enclosed the land.

In the early 20th century a map was drawn, defining the boundaries of the borough as they existed in 1660. This map contains a number of landmarks, some familiar,

The Kenfig Heritage Website Project Documenting the entire history of Kenfig and surrounding areas since 2003, the Kenfig Heritage website is a permanent online fixture used heavily by local schools and the academic world at large.

A project granted Welsh Government funding and awarded Heritage Status which attracts in excess of 2 million visitors/year, this project was recognised by the National Library of Wales and is being archived for posterity through the National Library.

The website is divided into categories such as history, war

some lost to history. One of the features is the church of St Wenduin, which is positioned on the lower northern side of Heol Las in North Cornelly.

Many of the places closely associated with Kenfig fall outside the borough, as defined in 1660. These include Sker and much of South Cornelly; also, Pyle and the Hall in North Cornelly are outside the borough boundaries. At the heart of the borough rests Kenfig Pool with its prized fishing rights, rights that were held by the burgesses of Kenfig.

In 1660 the relative rents collected from the villages around Kenfig were: South Cornelly sixteen shillings, North Cornelly nine shillings ten and a half pennies, Kenfig ten shillings, Sker five shillings and Marlas four shillings four pennies.

MANSEL JONES

Author of A History of Kenfig www.kenfig-times.com

years, community, folklore and the coast as well as having a colourful pictorial history of the area. Kenfig was once an important medieval town located on the coast between Port Talbot and Porthcawl; there’s also a special section on Channel 4 Time Team’s visit to Kenfig in August 2011 on the website - all information for the site has been researched, edited and crossreferenced from public sources.

We always welcome people’s contributions to the project however small they may be, after all this is ‘your heritage’ that we are documenting. Visit the official Kenfig Heritage website project for more information: www.kenfig.org.uk ROB BOWEN

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Through Christian eyes ‘Mighty revival’ – no doubt they would have been some of the words uttered by those who were in the revival that broke out in the Hebrides.

The man that was involved was Duncan Campbell. In his own words he said ‘The Island of Lewis has been the scene of a very gracious movement of the Spirit. The breath of revival has been felt, and communities have been conscious of the mighty impact of God’. He also said, about the revival that ‘God

Porthcawl Townswomen’s Guild After our chairman Dee Richardson welcomed everyone she presented one of our ladies with a flower arrangement for her golden wedding.

We had our usual update from our twin guild in Mansfield and some of the ladies are coming to pay us a visit in May so we are busy planning where we will take them to show off our town.

Some of our ladies were unable to attend the police museum on our last visit so we have arranged another date for them and it will be followed as usual with lunch out.

There is to be an ‘At Home’ day in Cardiff where a few of our members will be entertaining the federation so that

seemed to everywhere’. The impact of God’s presence was awesome as He came and touched that community. Oh, how I long for such a move of God in our community, where sin will be purged and Jesus will be known and worshiped. I need that more and more, and so do you. When the revival broke out there people were awakened in the middle of the night by the presence of God. The community came together at the church doors asking what was going on. Can you imagine God turning up in our communities and causing such a thing? I would love that.

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is a day to look forward to.

After everyone had updated their diaries it was time to introduce our guest speaker for the afternoon and we knew that we would have to get our voices warmed up as Mike Boyles was going to entertain us with great music. As always there was a great variation from Carousel to Oliver and a few more in between.

Our chairman presented Mike with a copy of the new hymn book in memory of our pianist and friend Audrey Eynon which will be used in Trinity as Audrey was a member of the choir there.

Our next meeting will be on the 14th March and will be in the All Saint Church hall at 2pm to which all will be made welcome FREDA RODGER

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Porthcawl Inner Wheel Porthcawl Inner Wheel club meets at The Rest on the first Tuesday of every month.

Our group continues to grow and we enjoy a variety of visits, interesting talks and entertainment. Our president this year is Elizabeth Jones and we have already planned a trip to the ice skating in Cardiff, an afternoon tea and bring and buy, and we join Rotary at the Hi-Tide for a race night which is always great fun. Our birthday party was also in February.

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Rotary steps up for local charity

Once again the Rotary Club of Porthcawl has recently made a generous donation to one of our local charities.

Ty Cornel in Porthcawl is the second of Llamau’s SAFE projects (Supported housing, Advice, Family mediation, Empowerment) - a short-term

‘Mary’s Meals’. This campaign began in Africa to encourage children to attend school by giving them a midday meal. It also provides employment to local women who make and serve the meals. This now operates in many poor countries.

What a worthy cause for us to support. At our March meeting Allan Jones will talk about Dylan Thomas.

A special mention to Barbara and Jack Bridge who celebrated their diamond wedding and Beryl Thomas on her 90th birthday. Many congratulations!

JANICE JONES

assessment and supported housing project for homeless 16 and 17 year olds. It is a partnership between Llamau, Hafod Care and Bridgend County Borough Council.

Llamau is a charity based in South Wales, delivering services to socially excluded homeless and potentially homeless young people and vulnerable women.

The word Llamau means steps, progression or threshold in old Welsh, and Llamau’s ultimate aim is to support the people who use their services in making these positive steps.

Pictured here are Rotarians Colin Williams, chairman of the club’s community and vocational committee, committee member Jean Schofield with Caz Davies, Lead Worker at Ty Cornel, who gratefully accepted six toasters, six steam irons and six electric kettles on behalf of staff and the young people who will certainly benefit from using the appliances during their period of support at Ty Cornel.

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The Rest Holiday Hotel diary

Great news! The Rest is proud to be celebrating its 150th anniversary this year, and accordingly, the staff are planning to pull out all the stops.

Starting with our spring open day on Friday 16th March when, as usual, our doors will be open from 10am for our coffee morning, with a superb two-course buffet lunch served from 12.30pm.

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Since seeing our article in the February issue, many readers of Seaside News have contacted us to say that they are horrified at proposals to close ancient rights of way leading to Morfa Beach.

One of these pathways (Footpath 93) dates from medieval times and linked Kenfig Castle to the beach. The other (Longlands Lane, Margam, FP 92) has been in use for many generations. Previous industrial interests in the area have permitted and even welcomed public access to this fantastic open space and natural community amenity. It looks as

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to offer.

Contrary to last year’s rumours, we are pleased to inform you that our car boot sales will most certainly be going ahead this year, the first of which will be held on Easter Sunday (8th April) followed by one on Sunday 6th May. We are also very pleased to announce that our café and shop will be open to the general public from Easter Saturday. So for those enjoying Rest Bay you’d be more than welcome to pop in to sample our delicious snacks and refreshments.

Lastly – for those who may be planning a forth coming wedding, we would be delighted to help you arrange your day.

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though Tata Steel might be a less enlightened neighbour, but we shall see.

The Save Morfa Beach (Friends of Morfa) community group is on Facebook, please join us there. If you prefer real gatherings as opposed to virtual ones, we also meet on the first Monday of each month at the Twelve Knights Hotel, Margam at 7.30pm. All sympathisers are welcome. An associated group called The Morfa Marchers is also on Facebook, for organised walks to the beach, around the Burrows and further afield.

We are currently gearing up for a possible public enquiry which will decide on the fate of the rights-of-way. Individuals and organisations with any interest in Morfa Beach and Margam Burrows are invited to send an objection to chief. execs@npt.gov.uk and to link with us to present a strong case for the status quo to be maintained.

DR CHARLES SMITH

Supporting cycle repair project in Ghana

Tools for Africa The workshop has been busy and we have just sent three building kits, a large automechanics kit and a large carpentry kit, (some 200 tools) to Malawi to rural districts of Ntcheu, Nkhata and Nkhotakota.

These were areas which were targeted as there was a lack of suitable skills and insufficient tools to enable those registered with our partnerships to earn sufficient income to care for their families. There are 115 groups registered with us in Malawi.

We will be holding a tool sale at Trinity Church on Saturday

Complex carbon compounds exist throughout the universe

Astronomers have shown that a substance commonly found throughout the universe contains a mixture of molecules having many carbon atoms in both aromatic (benzene-ring) and aliphatic (chain-like) arrangements.

The compounds are so complex that their chemical structures resemble those in coal and petroleum. Since coal and oil are remnants of ancient life, such matter was thought to arise only from living organisms, but the discovery

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suggests that complex carbon compounds can be synthesized in space even in the absence of life forms.

The researchers investigated infrared emissions detected in interstellar space which came from simple molecules called polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH). Observations taken by space observatories show that the spectra cannot be explained by PAH molecules but must arise from chemical structures that are much more complex. They show that stars can make such complex compounds on extremely short time scales (weeks). Stars are ejecting it into interstellar space in the form of dust.

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Inter-squadron sports success for Kenfig Hill Air Cadets Recently, seven cadets from Kenfig Hill Squadron took part in Inter Squadron Sports with the hope of being selected to represent No.3 Welsh Wing ATC at RAF Cosford.

Cdt Cpl J Aston, Cdt J Norris and Cdt J Townsend took part in Rugby and Cdt J Norris has been chosen.

Not to be outdone, the girls, Cdt J Aston, Cdt E Cooks, Cdt S Muckall, Cdt O Norris and Cdt L Peckham played netball, and Cdt Cooks, Cdt Aston, Cdt O Norris were picked to represent Wing with Cdt L Peckham being a reserve. Although not attending the event Cdt H Maine was also mentioned as part of the Wing team.

The girls then entered into the girls five-a-side soccer.

They played extremely well and achieved 2nd place as a team and Cdt E Cooks and Cdt O Norris were chosen to represent Wing team to play at Cosford Due to weather conditions this was postponed until further notice.

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Porthcawl responds to World Kidney Day With at least seven people in Porthcawl currently having received a kidney transplant in recent years, it is no wonder that the town has a very active committee attached to the Kidney Wales Foundation.

On the agenda this year is bringing to the community’s attention that 8th March is World Kidney Day when the message is to take care of your kidneys by keeping fit and active, maintain a low fat, low salt diet and don’t smoke. If you are diabetic keep control of your sugar levels as

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over half of the people with diabetes will develop kidney damage.

In line with keeping fit the residents of Porthcawl and visitors to the town are invited to join in the annual Kidney Wales Foundation Walk for Life on Sunday 25th March.

Starting at the Seagull Inn off West Park Drive at 11am the route goes down the sea front as far as the fairground entrance and returns back up the sea front to the Seagull Inn – about 3k. Registration is from 10.30am, entry is by sponsorship form or by donation of £3 on the day – children under 12 free. For more information or sponsorship forms please contact Jean Schofield on 01656 786669.

JANICE JONES

Porthcawl U3A Porthcawl U3A commenced their 2012 programme of talks with Ceri Joseph who gave an informative and detail talk on the lives of Welsh suffragettes and the contribution they made to the national suffrage movement.

February saw Dr David Webster present a graphic and illustrated talk on his life as a Bush Doctor with a remote Ugandan tribe hundreds of miles from anywhere in the outback of East Africa. With few drugs and almost no equipment he treated patients with all types of disease and injuries including spear wounds from attacks by cattle rustlers.

With his young wife from the wilds of Surrey they raised their four children in the bush alongside poisonous snakes, scorpions, bull elephants that raided the garden and the dictator Ida Amin.

Many U3A members not only left the Rest with a great admiration for Dr Webster but also his books by which he still supports the Amudat Hospital and the Pokot people.

GARY VICTOR

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Life with the Porthcawl Lions For the last year or so Porthcawl Lions have been very involved in setting up a branch club in Port Talbot.

At the last business meeting Porthcawl president Joan Cosson was pleased to inaugurate two new Port Talbot members into the club. At present the Port Talbot branch has four members and one prospective member, but they are very active and would welcome all newcomers.

Plans are well underway for the annual May Fayre which this year is in the grounds of All Saints Church on Monday May 7th. This year the aim is for a smaller, village fete feel

Emyr Owen LATCH branch

Emyr Owen was a 12 year old boy who loved his family, friends and sports, especially playing rugby for Kenfig Hill RFC. In May 2008, Emyr was diagnosed with cancer and admitted to the Children’s Hospital for Wales, where he received chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatment. The courage he showed throughout his treatment was an inspiration to all, he was determined to attend school when his treatment allowed and continue life as

with a variety of stalls and games, refreshments and an arena which will, amongst other things, host children’s “best kept pet” and “princesses and pirates” fancy dress competitions.

Other regular events are also scheduled, including the car boot sales, the first of which is on course to be held at The Rest on Easter Sunday, 8th April and the book sales, the first one being booked for the weekend of 14th -15th April at the Seabank Hotel.

If you are interested in what Lions clubs do or would like to help either Porthcawl or Port Talbot Lions with their activities please ring Don on 01656 788583 for more information.

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normal under such abnormal circumstances. After a year of relentless treatment, Emyr sadly died in August 2009.

LATCH, Welsh children’s cancer charity, provide children and their families with invaluable support at what is the most frightening time of their lives. Fundraising is essential for them to continue their good work.

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What quantitative easing means for your retirement plans Anyone using their pension fund to buy an income for retirement stands to get a lot less for their money following the Bank of England’s decision to go ahead with more quantitative easing as it means already tumbling annuity rates are set to fall further.

What is an annuity? An annuity is a contract bought from an insurance company which offers to pay an income each year. Unless you are fortunate enough to have a final salary pension, you will reach retirement with a pension fund that you need to use to provide you with an income for the rest of your life. Most retirees will want a guaranteed income for the rest of their life, and will use an annuity to provide one.

What is the annuity rate? This is how much the insurer will offer you as an income in return for your pension pot. In January 2012 the average annuity rate stood at 5.6%; this means that if you used a pension fund of £100,000 to buy an annuity you would have been offered a pay out of £5,600 a year on

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average. A few years ago you would have received much more – a similar amount in July 2008 would have bought an annuity that would pay £7,855 a year for the rest of his life.

Why have rates fallen? Annuity rates are related to life expectancy: if an insurer thinks it will be paying you an income for 30 years after retiring it isn’t going to commit to paying as much each year as it would if it thought you’d only be around for 20 years. As people live longer, annuity rates fall.

And what does this have to do with quantitative easing?

The extra money printed by the Bank of England will be used to buy gilts, which will push up their prices. This means the return on them – the yield – will fall as a percentage of the price. All other things being equal, lower long-term yields from gilts and corporate bonds will feed through into lower annuity rates.

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unfairness of it, that you lose the child benefit if you have a higher-rate taxpayer in the family,” he said. “Two people below the level keep the benefit. So, there’s a threshold, a cliff-edge issue.

“We always said we would look at the way it’s implemented and that remains the case, but I don’t want to impinge on the Chancellor’s Budget.”

Mr Cameron’s comments indicate that the Government may be considering ways to help single-earner families with salaries just over the threshold.

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The Chancellor wrote to MPs in 2010 saying a more sophisticated removal of child benefit to protect single-earner households was not feasible. “The only way to assess joint income families would be to create a complex, costly and intrusive means test that would spread right up the income distribution,” he said. “Effectively that would mean abolishing child benefit, which is one of the simplest and cheapest benefits to administer.”

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Welcome to springtime!

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sit on the ground. In the days before sophisticated means of measuring soil temperature, tender bare flesh was a good (if uncomfortable) way of finding out if it was warm enough to start spring planting! It sounds very logical to me but I doubt it would go down well over the allotments!

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• 5 green (under ripe) Fairtrade bananas, peeled • 2–3 tbsp vegetable oil • 1 onion, finely sliced • 1 tbsp curry paste, such as tikka 400ml (14fl oz) • 1 can coconut milk • Salt and freshly ground Fairtrade black pepper • 3 tbsp chopped fresh coriander to garnish

JERUSALEM ARTICHOKES AND MUSHROOMS IN A BAG WITH GOAT’S CHEESE INGREDIENTS:

• 4 large Jerusalem artichokes, scrubbed and cut into rounds 1cm thick • Juice of 1 lemon • 4 tablespoons olive oil • 1 teaspoon thyme leaves • 200g mushrooms, sliced • 10g dried porcini mushrooms, soaked in 400ml boiling water for 30 minutes • 2 garlic cloves, chopped • 75g goat’s cheese, crumbled • 1 tablespoon chopped chives METHOD

1. Mix the artichokes with half the lemon juice, a tablespoon of olive oil and the thyme leaves, then set aside.

2. Sauté the fresh mushrooms quickly in 2 tablespoons of the remaining olive oil until

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INGREDIENTS:

Slice the banana into 2.5cm (1 in) slices. Heat the oil in a deep frying pan and fry the banana slices, in batches, until lightly browned on each side. Set the fried bananas aside on a plate lined with kitchen paper. Add the onion to the pan and cook it for 10 minutes until soft, stirring occasionally.

Return the banana slices to the pan and stir in the curry paste. Add half the coconut milk and stir well. Cook for 10 minutes over a low heat, then add the seasoning. Pour in the remaining coconut milk and let the mixture simmer until it thickens and the bananas break down a little. Garnish with coriander and serve immediately with cooked Fairtrade basmati rice.

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they are just tender. Season well and remove from the pan.

3. Drain the porcini, reserving the soaking water. Chop roughly and cook in the remaining tablespoon of olive oil with the garlic for 2 minutes. Add the reserved soaking liquor and simmer until reduced and quite syrupy. Add the fresh mushrooms and the remaining lemon juice and season to taste.

4. Spread out a large square of baking parchment. Tip the artichokes over one half of it, sprinkle the mushrooms on top and then fold over the parchment. Seal the 3 open sides by folding them over tightly, or simply use a stapler.

5. Place the parcel on a baking tray and bake in an oven preheated to 200°C/gas mark 6 for about 45 minutes, until the artichokes are tender. Open the bag and

Sprinkle with caster sugar.

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Warm your oven to 200°C. Cream the sugar and margarine together.

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Sprinkle half into a baking tray (12 by 8 inch) and press down lightly.

Spread over the bananas and sprinkle the dried fruit.

Sprinkle the rest of the mixture over and again press down lightly.

Bake it for 25 to 30 mins until golden.

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Local book: Book of the month:

Give The Devil His Due

by HG White £0.99 eBook

Ann Cleeves: The Glass Room Any crime fans out there who haven’t tried Ann Cleeves are in for a treat.

Ann takes the usual constants of a traditional British mystery and sets it in Northumberland.

DI Vera Stanhope is lonely, overweight and middle-aged, but when one of her hippy neighbours goes missing she feel duty bound to get involved; and can’t step back when Joanne is found with a knife in her hand, and a dead body nearby, at a writers’ retreat…

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P O RTH LIB CAWL BIRTH RARY MARCDHAY TEA B ETW 2 3 RD 4 - 6PEMEN

Happy 50th birthday Porthcawl library This month’s non-fiction choices are all biographies to give you a taste of the variety of people hidden within the jackets of our books.

However, what can you remember about 1962?

In 1962 Harold Macmillan was Prime Minister, John Kennedy was in the White House and Elizabeth the Second had been on the throne for 10 years. The Sunday Times became the first newspaper to launch a colour supplement and the term ‘Personal Computer’ wasn’t termed until November. New books that year included Ray Bradbury’s Something Wicked this Way Comes; Agatha Christie’s The Mirror Cracked From Side

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to Side; Philip K Dick’s The Man in the High Castle; and John Le Carre’s A Murder of Quality.

And in Porthcawl, the official opening of the new purposebuilt Porthcawl Library in Church Place in 1962, was held. It moved here from John Street and it has seen a few changes over the year, but to celebrate its 50th birthday we are holding a birthday tea from 4-6pm on the 23rd March 2012. Do join us if you can. There will also be a photographic exhibition. But don’t forget you can see how Porthcawl has changed by logging onto our website and click on ‘photographs’ on the right hand menu. Use Porthcawl in the search term and ‘photograph’ in format type. Then just download the selected image.

ELAINE WINSTANLEY

Give The Devil His Due is author H G White’s first novel.

It’s an exciting book, falling into the action/adventure genres and peppered with plenty of humorous opinion from the main character – Will Rees.

London, 1789 A man is murdered, three others are sent to the gallows in a gross miscarriage of justice.

South Wales, late 1990s

Middle-aged and stuck in a rut, Will has a reunion with some of his old school mates.

A new neighbour moves in across the street and Will’s manly urges start to get the better of him. After that? Well let’s just say that mid-life crisis and a catalogue of shocking events lead to him getting roped into doing something that he probably shouldn’t!

Give The Devil His Due is available for Kindle, Android, iPad, iPhone, BlackBerry, PC/ Laptop/ Netbook and Windows 7 phones – price 99p.

To buy a copy, simply type: ‘Free Kindle Apps’ into Google, select and download the App for your chosen device, register your new Kindle App using your Amazon account, then go to the Kindle Store (or Amazon. co.uk for iPhone users), type in: H G White, click go, and then buy Give The Devil His Due (using your Amazon account).

Not suitable for children.

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NEW BOOKS AT PORTHCAWL LIBRARY Non-fiction Fiction ANN CLEEVES

THE MAN WHO BROKE INTO AUSCHWITZ

The Glass Room

STEPHEN HAWKING

Well-Schooled in Murder

MY LIFE IN COMEDY

Presumed Guilty

Denis Avey

Kitty Ferguson

Nicholas Parsons

THE LIFE OF KENNETH WILLIAMS

Christopher Stevens HANDLING EDNA

ELIZABETH GEORGE TESS GERRITSEN JOHN HARVEY

Flesh and Blood BEN KANE

Spartacus The Gladiator PETER MAY

Barry Humphries

The Lewis Man

THAT WOMAN (WALLIS SIMPSON)

Private Games

A DANCER IN WARTIME

The Promise

OUR QUEEN

Blue Remembered Earth

Anne Sebba

Gillian Lynne

Robert Hardman CATCHING BABIES

Sheena Byrom

SNOW ( A WELSH WORLD WAR II SPY)

Nigel West & Madoc Roberts

JAMES PATTERSON LESLEY PEARSE ALASTAIR REYNOLDS MARY JANE STAPLES

Natasha’s Dream

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March 2012

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‘The Search’ is on for Bridgend talent

Bridgend county borough is set to play host to The Search, a partnership project which will offer bands, singer songwriters, MCs and street dancers the opportunity to compete and show off their talents.

A series of heats will take place where entrants will compete in front of a panel

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some of our local Facebook music sites!

Now on a very sad note is the sudden death of one of South of industry professionals for a Wales’s best guitarists, Mike Stag’s world of place in the grand final.

Japp. Mike was based in Port rock Finalists selected from each Talbot but used to gig the local category will compete at The Mike Japp. area on a regular basis. What RIP a lot of punters didn’t know Bridgend Mashup urban sports and arts festival on 19th May is his illustrious career. In the 2012. The public will determine 70s he joined the legendary the overall winner of The ‘Marmalade’, then he moved to Search by taking part in a ‘Text the USA for 20 years. There he to Vote’ marathon. became a session player and The winner of each category co-wrote songs with some of There’s good and bad news will receive a £200 cash prize. rocks royalty including Kiss in the ‘World of Rock’ this The overall winner will win members Paul Stanley and month. £500 and a promotional Jean Simmons, as well as Bryan If you read last month’s production package provided Adams and John Waite. I rearticle I wrote that one of our

by GFIX Productions. The member Mike doing a brilliant best and longest established aim of the prize is to give the acoustic session on my radio live music nights, held at the winner a platform on which show and got to know him well.

‘Tap’ in Pyle every Wednesday to promote themselves on a I had arranged to meet up with had stopped. It seems I was wider, professional scale. him a few months ago, but the misinformed and the great If you wish to be considered gig was called off! Mike might news is the music is still going for the competition, you can be gone but his music will live strong, so sorry to Sian Jones apply online now at www. on! Need Your Love So Bad by who contacted the mag with thesearchison.co.uk For more Mike Japp http://www.youtube. information contact Andre Van her concerns. I hope the night com/watch?v=NtdA1gOmaxI goes from strength to strength.

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The second was the biannual Chairman’s Trophy Competition, which is different to the normal competitions, as all the entries must have been taken Apart from some excellent presenters showing us their during club evenings, field trips and events. As the title work, there have been two suggests, the club’s Chairman, internal competitions since Glyn Edmunds, awarded the the last issue.

The first was the annual Alan trophy, rather than an external judge and he used a different Thomas Memorial Trophy Competition for Monochrome method of scoring, which comprises of a shortlist followed by Prints. Brian Makinson ably the overall winner. judged the competition and The winner was Martyn not only awarded the points Derbyshire with ‘Be-FORE! the for each image, but also provided an excellent critique Storm‘. The other shortlisted on each, along with some sug- club members were Dan Minto, Paul Jones and Richard Craze. gestions for improvement.

Congratulations to the winFirst place was shared ners and a big thank you to all between Trevor Owen with ‘Growing Wild‘ and ‘Gloucester who participated for making them such interesting and Cathedral’ (maximum point entertaining evenings. score), and Audrey Haberfield with ‘The Gatehouse’ and ‘Ab- GLYN EDMUNDS erdulais Arches’. Second place 01656 772831 publicity.officer@pylewas shared between Martyn Derbyshire and Richard Craze, porthcawl-ps.co.uk www. pyle-porthcawl-ps. with third place being shared between Dan Minto and Glyn co.uk Edmunds.

March 2012

New era for Bridgend Youth Theatre with three top Welsh actors and directors on board!

A new and exciting artistic team for Bridgend Youth Theatre has been announced for the spring term.

Working in partnership with Roger Burnell, the junior workshops will be led by Angharad Lee (a professional theatre director) and Shelley Rees (a professional actress) and they will be supported by a team of chaperones and guest tutors.

Nadine Beaton (professional director and actress) will also be joining BYT as Assistant

Côr Bro Ogwr Visit Volgograd

Recently, representatives from Côr Bro Ogwr, South Wales’s largest mixed voice choir) whose president is Carwyn Jones, First Minister for Wales), travelled to Volgograd, Russia for the premiere of Karl Jenkins’ Stabat Mater.

The concert, which was filmed for Russian television, was conducted by Côr Bro Ogwr’s Musical Director, Edward-Rhys

Director for the senior workshops.

This year’s junior musical has also been announced as ‘Honk!’ the award winning musical based on the ‘The Ugly Duckling’. The show will be performed week commencing the 23 July. The seniors show ‘Billy the Musical’ takes place on Wednesday 4 and Thursday 5 April and is a musical based on ‘Billy Liar’ in which Michael Crawford made his name.

Enrolling for the spring term is still taking place, so if you know a budding young performer then Bridgend Youth Theatre is the ideal place. It offers a varied and fun programme in the workshops, but focuses on the development of performance skills as well as building confidence, communication skills, team work skills… and not forgetting to have lots of fun!

Call the box office on 01656 815995 or book online at www.grandpavilion.co.uk SERINA WILLIAMS

Harry, whose conducting appointments also include the internationally-recognised London Welsh Male Voice Choir.

Despite freezing temperatures, a large audience gathered at the Volgograd Concert Hall to watch the inaugural performance.

Under the assured direction of Edward-Rhys Harry, Côr Bro Ogwr, accompanied by singers from the Volgograd Opera House Chorus and Volgograd Philharmonic Chamber Ensemble, were met with rapturous applause, a standing ovation and demands for multiple encore performances.

The trip to Russia follows previous tours to Barbados, Hungary, Belgium, Gibraltar and Spain.

Côr Bro Ogwr meet at the Tabernacle Church, Bridgend, on Wednesday evenings from 7pm to 9pm. New members are always welcome.

For more information, please visit www.Cor-Bro-Ogwr.com JANET BOLLAND

Local talent shines in the UK’s biggest original music competition!

Approaching Danger from Bridgend have wowed the judging panel of the UK’s biggest original music competition and sailed through the audition stage of Live and Unsigned.

The members of the band are Peter McDermott, guitar and vocals, Mathew Jones lead guitar, Matthew Preddy, drums, and Kyle Reid, bass. The boys are all 16 and are students at Brynteg Comprehensive School Bridgend. Although the boys have been playing paid gigs, they work hard for local charity causes, and have presented KPC Youth with a cheque for £423.

In addition they have helped raise nearly £300 for Bridgend Disabled Football Club.

Approaching Danger will be competing against the most talented bands and artists in the country at the regional final showcase of Live and

Porthcawl Choral Society The society performed its Christmas Concert at All Saints Church on Friday 9th December amidst the stunning display of Christmas trees organised by the Rotary Club.

This display added to the wonderful festive atmosphere of Peterson’s Joy To The World, The composer is fast becoming a Christmas favourite of the society with two of his works already performed and a third planned for next Christmas.

This year sees the Diamond

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Unsigned 2012 – all in a bid to make the Grand Final at the O2!

The band battled against hundreds of auditionees to secure a spot in the live shows.

Acts that made it through auditions will now take part in a live regional final showcase in front of hundreds of spectators.

The best acts will also get the opportunity to play at some of the biggest festivals in the UK. This year’s competition also offers acts an extra chance for exposure as it’s being filmed for Sky TV in an exclusive flyon-the-wall documentary.

After making it through the auditions and beating hundreds of other hopefuls, Approaching Danger are now preparing for the regional final showcase on 18th March at the Coal Exchange, Cardiff for the opportunity to progress towards the grand final at Live Fest at the O2 in London.

For more information go to the website www.LiveandUnsigned.UK.com. Or better still come down and support your local talent; you can purchase tickets from the website http:// www.liveandunsigned.uk.com/ tickets/purchase Here is a link to the original song that they played at the audition: http://soundcloud.com/mattjisawesome/saveus BEN PRICE

Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II and as a tribute to the event, the society is including in its summer performance on Saturday 23rd June, extracts from Merrie England along with Schubert’s Deutsche Messe and a performance of Rutter’s anthem, This is the Day, as written in celebration of the marriage of William and Kate.

We hope you will join with us in this celebratory performance. Tickets will be available at the door of All Saints Church on the evening of 23rd June or ring 772314.

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Someone

Someone asked me What is God? I replied God is.

Breath, stone light and shade.

Animal, mineral mud and grass.

Cloud, storm sun and moon.

Fauna and flower starry sky.

Vast deep ocean creator of all.

Visible and invisible The, I AM. He is.

I AM is God. Someone asked me Where can I find God? I said Ssshh!

Sit Quiet Listen God will find you.

Someone said God does not exist.

I said.

How are you defining God? Maybe it’s your definition that does not exist.

Seek where your definition comes from.

In seeking you may find.

Knock and the door will open.

Someone said You cannot see Gods face and live.

I said maybe, But, I gaze upon reflections everywhere and I gaze upon you.

CAROL DOWN Kenfig Hill

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John the Baptist – God’s Voice

Weather girl

Corners I don’t care much for corners I take them very gingerly ‘Cos you never know round corners What exactly you might see Now some people they like corners Say it puts spice into their life To turn a sudden corner And see Fred with next door’s wife!

God’s voice am I To call to men, Prepare the way Make straight his paths; this is the day God comes to us. Forsake your sin To let the King of glory in God’s voice am I Yet here within my mother’s womb Helpless I lie, as in a tomb Lacking all power to speak or cry I know the King is passing by God’s voice am I I have no power of speech or word Yet know God’s message must be heard So, with the strength I can employ Within the womb – I leap for joy God’s voice is heard Matron and maiden know ‘tis done Yes, Mary’s bearing God’s own Son The baby’s leap within the womb Proclaimed his welcome. Christ is come God’s voice am I For I can speak and I can run To tell the news of God’s dear Son Though not like John’s prophetic word I too must speak for Christ my Lord PAULINE LEWIS

Porthcawl

I used to bring the forecast but Today they want the weather With sun or wind or hurricane It can be such a bother Rain I could bring in watering can Wind in a big balloon For sun I’d get a smiley face But winter comes too soon Snow I could manage with dry ice For clouds there’s cotton wool But – fearsome storms and lightning bolts?

To try I’d look a fool Why can’t we have the forecast?

It wouldn’t be a bother But no – we have to modernise Look out! Here comes the weather!

PAULINE LEWIS

Porthcawl

But me, I don’t like corners I once turned one very fast And landed in a heap, at the feet Of someone from my past He was tall and slim and handsome And he smelt so wealthily And from his suntanned fingers Hung a new Mercedes key He said “whoops sorry love, but hey You look like someone I once knew She was young and trim and pretty Though she looked a bit like you” So you see I don’t like corners I prefer to the long straight ride With lots of big shop doorways Where, if I want to, I can hide!

CHRIS EARLY

Cefn Cribbwr

Invocation Gathered glistening collection Diamondic radiation Quietly drunk perhaps a slurp With no derision.

Golden T-bag showed me his World Pouring of himself for me This time the famous five, tea Afterwards his special Bourbon Creme Oui Outside both suns shone brightly Inside the liquid enlightened quickly Golden T-Bag came into his own Cos he knows what makes a house a home.

GARETH T PRICE Porthcawl

March 2012

Guilty love

Once upon a time I ran for the office of a poseur Behaving gently and affectedly to free burden hearts Without pay, in the name of love And that mistakenly on the outlook merit me undeserving medals of folly and crime My first year in college made me hunt for a new job As a waiter Honestly not for the love of the job, but a necessity to help me un-friend hardship A pauper of no identity, who is fond of sitting by the roadside near my new workplace, His helpless pleas were broadcast into ignored ears of lovebirds that hugged and talked about the nice treat they had This commoner, Became the epitome of attraction to my heart’s friendship After every night’s duty I paid this small boy a special visit The returns from my new work, I invested in him as pollen Believing that he will become fruitful one day To bless others that may have innocently slipped and fallen I missed my first exams in college, my fees I didn’t pay All my finances were invested in my poor little new friend I was asked to re-sit for another year I WAS PUNISHED BY LOVE Today my kid cousin made her first appearance in school I was happy; automatically I had a few hours leave from being the family’s watchman ov’r her (Sigh of relief) That is cool Surprisingly after returning later from the football field

I saw little Rose substituting the newly painted virgin wall As her plate of slate for ABC writings When the man of the house arrived He demanded the culprit of such ill-behaved act I atoned for the misdeeds of my innocent little cousin C He suspended my daily allowances to save for newM paint Y To cover the nakedness of the wall CM When the disciplinarian of the house talks, no bargain MY I WAS STARVED BY LOVE CY

I have waited so long CMY All my friends that I grew up from childhood Are all happily married now,K some of them with kids Why me: I can’t even hold a 30-seconds conversation with the opposite sex Without scratching my head I remember my first conversation with Miss Pearl I felt short of the usual vibes I had only one question to ask her: ‘Is your mom, male or female?’

After 15 seconds of silence, she quietly disappeared like vapour from my presence without a word I knew I messed up again, With all the fasting and prayers I did for the past 3 days along I HAVE BEEN DENIED BY LOVE

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Tel: 01656 754850, pylelib@bridgend. gov.uk • TUESDAY CLUB Work with a range of artists throughout the year. Older people: 1–3pm; Kids (8–12 years): 4–5.30pm. £3 per session. Grand Pavilion, 01656 815995 • TUMBLE TOTS, COYCHURCH @ Williams Memorial Hall. Ages 6 months to 3 years. www.tumbletots. com/cardiff-south or 01446 500526 (times vary according to age) • WELSH LANGUAGE GROUP, ABERKENFIG @ Aberkenfig Library. Every 1st Tuesday of the month at 11.30am (no meetings in August).

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

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01656 746564 Disabled access. 01656 784100 • 1ST PORTHCAWL SCOUT • CEFN CRIBWR MOTHER, GROUP Cubs (8–10½yrs) BABIES & TODDLERS @ Cefn 5.30–7.15pm. Woodland Hall, Woodland Cribwr Community Hall 10–11.30am.

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BRYNTIRION @ The Dance Centre. gov.uk/libraries Messy Play (1–4yrs) 10–11:30am.

• BOWLS, PORTHCAWL @ Griffin Contact Helen: 01656 818727 / 07795 Park, from 4pm. From beginners to 150602/ info@discoverytots.co.uk / players with years of experience. Also www.discoverytots.co.uk on Sundays from 4pm and Fridays from • FITNESS CLASSES, 2.30pm. All welcome. Call Derrick on PORTHCAWL HOTEL Legs, Bums 01656 784149 & Tums 10am-11am; Spinning 5.30pm• BRIDGEND INVOLVEMENT 6.30pm; Total Body Conditioning GROUP ‘Peer support in recovery’.

6.45pm-7.45pm. For more information 1–3pm @ ARC, Quarella Road, Bridgend. call 01656 782257 or kath@ Service user led group, providing porthcawlhotel.co.uk, or visit www. support and information for people porthcawlhotel.co.uk/healthclub affected by drug and alcohol and their • FRENCH & SPANISH FOR families. Contact Linda: 1656 763117 CHILDREN, BRIDGEND Aged 4-11 (Mondays only), abm.bigbridgend@ years. A fun programme all in French wales.nhs.uk and Spanish. sandrineantenucci@yahoo.

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• LUNCHEON CLUB @ Gilgal Baptist Church, Park Avenue. Lunch served at 12.15pm but come along any time from 11am for a coffee and a chat. All welcome. Contact Margaret: 01656 772115 • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Term time only at St Marys RC Church Hall, Ewenny road, Bridgend. Aged 3 months to 4 years. Contact Emma to book a free trial (01656) 649190. www. monkeymusic.co.uk • NEWTON WI, PORTHCAWL 7pm, 1st Wed of every month at Gilgal Church Hall, Woodlands Ave, Porthcawl.

Call Pearl on 01656 772657 • PIPSW BREASTFEEDING GROUP @ The Function Room, The Haywain, Brackla, Bridgend, 10-12. All pregnant and breastfeeding mums welcome. No charge. Also at The

Dance Centre, Elm Crescent, Bryntirion, Bridgend on Fridays • PORTHCAWL FLORAL ARRANGEMENT SOCIETY Interested in becoming a flower arranger? Alternate Wednesdays at AwelMor Centre, Porthcawl. Doors open at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 785388 • PORTHCAWL RUNNING CLUB Meeting at the Porthcawl Rugby Club at 6.30pm. Large beginners group. Further information email: porthcawlrunners@ hotmail.co.uk. Also on Fridays • QUIZ NIGHT @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. 8pm • READING GROUP @ Coed Parc, Park St, Bridgend. Every 3rd Wed of the month, 1.30pm (no meeting in August).

01656 754810, coedparclib@bridgend. gov.uk • ROYAL BRITISH LEGION, PORTHCAWL The Porthcawl Branch meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Salthouse on the Square at 7.30pm. All welcome even if you are not ex-forces • ST JOHN AMBULANCE Older Cadets @ Trinity Church. 6–7.30pm. Call 01656 786869 for more information • TAI CHI & NEIJIA, PORTHCAWL 7– 8.30pm, All Saints Church Hall, Victoria Avenue. Contact Tel. 784991 • UKELELE PLAYING EVENING, PORTHCAWL @ the Seahorse pub, South Road, 8–10pm. Group playing and sing-a-long. All abilities welcome, including complete beginners. It’s free, just bring your uke if you have one (if not, we may find you one to play on the night). Also, performances made for charities. Further details: Alan Townsend on 07971 838001 • VALLEY AND VALE ARTS & CRAFTS WORKSHOP @ Kenfig Hill Wellbeing Centre, Talbot Community Centre. 2–3pm • YOGA CLASSES, PORTHCAWL with Carol Curtis-Jones, British Wheel of Yoga teacher. Hope Chapel: 7.15–9pm.

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COMMITTEE @ Bridgend Festivals Office, Cambria House, Wyndham Street, Bridgend. 1st Thursday of the month • 1ST CORNELLY SCOUT GROUP at 10am. For more info: 01656 661338; Scout Troop. Ages 10–14, 7–9pm @ e-mail: king-barry@btconnect.com Cornelly Scout & Guide Hall, Meadow www.bridgend-events.co.uk Street, North Corrnelly. Contact Rob on • BRIDGEND PHILATELIC F700pff@aol.com or 01656 746564 SOCIETY, BRIDGEND 2nd & 4th • AEROBICS CLASS, Thursday each month @ the Gospel BRYNTIRION @ the Dance Studio, Hall, Oddfellows St, 7.30–9.30pm. Tel: Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion (next to the 01656 653753 community Centre) 6.15–7.15pm. Call • BRIDGEND TOWN AFC Under Debbie 07779 709814 12s football. Training at Newbridge • ARCHAEOLOGY CYMRU Fields, Bridgend. 6–7pm. John: 07800 BRIDGEND New venue: West House 540309 Hotel, West House, West House Road, • CHILDREN’S STORYTIME, Bridgend, CF31 4RJ. 2.15pm. The new PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre from year sees us move away the Roman 11–11.30am. 01656 754850; pylelib@ Era into the Dark Ages, with modern bridgend.gov.uk archeology unearthing new evidence • CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND and shedding more light on this era of Bridgend Male Choir. 7.30–9.30pm King Arthur, and the subtle colonisation @ the OCLP Club, Bryntirion, of areas of Britain with Anglo Saxon Bridgend. Gareth: 01656 862037. www. and Jute influences. Promises to be an bridgendmalechoir.co.uk interesting series of talks please contact • CHURCH ON A THURSDAY, Karljlangford@hotmail.com or call PORTHCAWL (Term time only) 01656 660957 for further details 7.30–9pm. Informal discussion and • BADMINTON CLUB, fellowship in a relaxed setting at Gilgal PORTHCAWL @ Community Baptist Church, Woodland Ave Sports Hall, Comprehensive School, • COFFEE MORNING, KENFIG Park Ave, 8–10pm. Range of abilities.

HILL In the vestry of Pisgah Chapel Enjoy competitive games in a friendly 10.30–12pm. All proceeds to local youth atmosphere. Call Dave Bush on 772896 organisations. Call Karen: 01656 740684 or email david.39bush@talktalk.net • DISCOVERY TOTS BABY • BELLYDANCING CLASSES, & TODDLER CLASSES, PORTHCAWL @ the Dance Studio, BRYNTIRION @ The Dance Centre.

Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion (next to the Messy Play (1–4yrs) 10–11.30am; community Centre) 5–6pm. Please call 1–1.45pm: Baby Stretch and Play – to book as places are limited. Contact Massage, Yoga and Sensory Play (6 wks Linda 01656 863639/07824 874511, - walking); 1.45-2.45pm: Baby Massage elindiabellydance@gmail.com Course. Contact Helen: 01656 818727 • BREASTFEEDING GROUP, / 07795 150602 / info@discoverytots.

PORTHCAWL @ the Salthouse, co.uk/www.discoverytots.co.uk 10–12, only in term time. Claire and • FITNESS CLASSES, Carol: 07973 898219 PORTHCAWL HOTEL Spin Circuits • BINGO & SOCIAL AFTERNOON, 10–11am; Legs, Bums & Tums 5.30– PORTHCAWL @ Awel-y-Mor Centre, 6.30pm; Circuit Training 6.45–7.45pm.

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For more information call 01656 782257 • BRIDGEND CARERS, or kath@porthcawlhotel.co.uk, or visit PORTHCAWL 1st Thurs of every www.porthcawlhotel.co.uk/healthclub month, 10am–1pm, Trinity Church, John • FOLK DANCING, BRIDGEND Street. Advice and information for carers.

Penybont Welsh Folk Dancing Club meet More info: 01656 658479 at Coychurch Memorial Hall Bridgend at • BRIDGEND CHESS CLUB @ 8.15pm. New members always welcome.

The Gilead Village Hall, Coity, Bridgend Tel: Sue 01656 659676 CF35 6AU. 7pm. Promoting all aspects • HATHA YOGA CLASSES, of chess. Various club activities to suit PORTHCAWL 6–7.30pm and beginners and experienced players alike.

7.30–9.00pm @ Tabernacle Church Hall, For more info, call Ken: 07546 946513 Fenton Place. All levels welcome. Please • BRIDGEND FESTIVALS contact Lexi Jones on 07817 521350.

British Wheel of Yoga teacher • 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. There isn’t a better hobby than singing! Tel: 01656 740766 • KETTLE BELL CALSSES 6–6.45pm, in Cynffig Comprehensive School’s main hall. Call Debbie on 07779 709814.

• KICKBOXING CLASSES: CHILDREN FROM 5 YEARS, BRIDGEND Also on a Monday @ Jeff’s Kickboxing Gym, Dunraven Arms.

6–7pm. Loose clothing to start • LADIES ONLY FITNESS SESSIONS, SOUTH CORNELLY @ 2tone fi tness, South Cornelly Trading estate. 8–9pm. Please phone Jo on 07730 676664 or 01656 670064 for more details • LIBRARY READERS’ GROUP, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thurs of the month at 7pm. Tel: 01656 754850 www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries • LIFEGUARD CLUB - POOL TRAINING, PYLE @ Pyle Pool 8–10am. Tel: (01656) 771380 for details or check out www.restbaylifeguards. org.uk • LINEDANCING CLASSES, PORTHCAWL @ Gilgal Baptist Church Hall, Woodland Avenue, Porthcawl. 11-12.30. Beginners welcome, any age. Admission £3.50. More info: 01656 863753 • MADE STAGE ACADEMY for young performers aged 3–11 at exclusive venues. 3-5pm. Please see www.madestageacademy.co.uk or call/ sms 07585 808200 • MID GLAMORGAN MIXED CHOIR, PENCOED (Term time only) in The Bowls Club, Pencoed from 7.15–9pm. Call Leila on 01656 667095 timohagan388@hotmail.com • 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. A small fee paid to each act.

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• PORTHCAWL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB 5–6.30pm @ Awel Y Mor Community Centre, for Graded Martial Arts students of all ages/with gradings every 3 months. Call Christian Whale (5th Dan) on 07784 317151 • PREGNANCY YOGA @ Litchard Infants School, 6–7.15pm. A time for you and your baby, suitable from 16 weeks. £30 for 6 weeks. Please contact Emma on 01656 651230 www.pure-yoga.co.uk or pureYoga on facebook • PYLE & PORTHCAWL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY MEETING @ The Rest at 7.15pm.

Diverse range of photography related activities. Call Glyn on 01656 772831 (publicity.officer@pyle-porthcawl-ps. co.uk), or www.pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk • READING GROUPS @ Ogmore Valley Life Centre. Last Thursday of the month, 11am. 01656 754856, ovalelib@bridgend.gov.uk. Also, Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thursday of the month at 7pm. 01656 754850, pylelib@ bridgend.gov.uk No meetings in August • SENSHI DO KARATE & KICKBOXING @ Cefn Glas scouts hall. Karate: 6–7pm. Kickboxing: 7–8pm. www.senshido-wales@webs.com • SHOTOKAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL @ St. John’s School, 6–7pm. Call Phil on 07966 624 140. All welcome.

• SLIM AND TONE, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre, 1.30pm. Bring a small set of hand weights or 2 water bottles. All ages and fi tness abilities welcome! Other classes including Zumba and Aerobics throughout Bridgend/Porthcawl. £3.50 to Tone, £5.80 to Slim and Tone. Call Cath on 01656 745245 or visit www. rosemaryconley.com • SLIMMING WORLD WITH DEE Upstairs @ Pyle Life Centre, 5.30pm & 7.30pm. Call 07733 267369 • STAGECOACH THEATRE ARTS SCHOOL, BRIDGEND Performing arts classes, ages 3–18. Contact Helene on 01446 781454. www.stagecoach. co.uk/bridgend. Also on Friday & Saturday • TAI BO KICK AEROBICS, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre 7–8pm.

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WHAT’S ON • CORNELLY ORGANIC GARDENING SOCIETY 1st Friday of every month @ The Methodist Church Hall, Heol Fach (opposite the surgery) at 7pm. Angela Fennell on 01656 661626 • FITNESS CLASSES, PORTHCAWL HOTEL Zumba 10–11am; Spinning 5.30–6.30pm; Total Body Conditioning 6.45–7.45pm. Call 01656 782257 or kath@porthcawlhotel. co.uk, or visit www.porthcawlhotel. co.uk/healthclub • KOREAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL TANG SOO DO @ All Saints Church Hall, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl. Tiger tots 4–6 yrs 6–6.30pm, Children 7+ yrs & Adults 6.30–7.30pm.

ONE MONTH FREE FOR NEW STARTERS. 07788482450, porthcawltsd@ btinternet.com, www.ttfuk.co.uk • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Term time only. @ St Marys RC Church Hall, Ewenny road, Bridgend. Aged 3 months–4 years. Contact Emma for a free trial 01656 649190. www. monkeymusic.co.uk • PORTHCAWL GYMNASTICS CLUB (Term time only) Classes from 4.45–7.15pm, please call for details Limited places. Register your child in our fun packed classes. Existing members guaranteed a place. Tel: 07971 476738 • SEQUENCE DANCING, PORTHCAWL @ Trinity church 8–10.15pm. £2. 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.

• BINGO, KENFIG HILL – after Open forum in Porthcawl to express Luncheon Club. Eyes down at 1.45pm your concerns. @ Trinity Church at 2pm. at the Talbot Community Centre, Kenfig Tel: 01656 786463 Hill. More info: Cheryl on 01656 749754 • SING AND SIGN, BABY • BOUNCE & RHYME SESSIONS SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES, FOR BABIES & TODDLERS @ BRIDGEND @ 1–1.45pm. For more Aberkenfig Library. 10am. 01656 754820, information or to book please contact abkenlib@bridgend.gov.uk. Also @ Beverley on 07583 087157 or email Pyle Life Centre, every 1st Friday of the beverleythomas@singandsign.co.uk month, 2pm. 01656 754850 pylelib@ www.singandsign.co.uk bridgend.gov.uk • BRIDGEND FUCHSIA SOCIETY, • TAI CHI, BRIDGEND @ Bridgend Recreation Centre, 7–8.30pm. Beginners YNYSAWDRE @ Ynysawdre welcome. John Jones, Chief Instructor.

Community Centre. 1st Friday of the sunsdragon@hotmail.com month, 7pm. All welcome! Call 01656 • TANG SOO DO, PYLE & 661338 / 07976 430086. king-barry@ DISTRICT (Korean self defence) No btconnect.com training fee for first month. Junior 5yrs+ • BRIDGEND WRITERS’ CIRCLE, 6.30–.15pm. Mixed class 7.20–8.30pm.

BRIDGEND @ YMCA Building, Advanced Class 8.30–9pm (also Angel Street, Bridgend. 2nd Friday of Mondays). Upstairs in Pyle Life Centre. the month. 7.15pm. New members Kyo Sa Nim Gareth Powell: 01656 very welcome. www.bridgendwriters.

659592/ 07884 295499/gareth.powell@ webs.com tangsoodo.co.uk • CHARITY PUB QUIZ, • TI A FI AR LAN Y MOR PORTHCAWL @ Seagull Pub, Rest PARENT TODDLER GROUP Bay, Porthcawl. 9pm. Proceeds to local 10am–12noon. All Saints Church Vestry, charities.

Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl. Contact: • CONVERSATIONAL FRENCH 07813 457955 AND SPANISH FOR ADULTS • TIMESIGNS ARCHAEOLOGY (term time) @ Cefn Cribwr, Bethlehem FIELD WORKSHOPS, Church Life Centre. Spanish 10am–12pm.

BRIDGEND Meet at Bridgend French 12.30pm–2.30pm. Call Kim: Train Station, 10am. Looking at the 02920 382431 or Amanda (tutor) 01656 archaeological landscape, through 650360, courseinfosouth@swales.wea. all periods. Walking boots and flask org.uk

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Cornelly Integrated Centre, Greenfield Terrace, North Cornelly, CF33 4LW. 07866 162440 • YOGA CLASS @ Bridgend YMCA, 8–9.15pm. General drop in class, suitable for all levels, time for you to relax, re-centre and renew. Please contact Emma on 01656 651230 www.pure-yoga.co.uk or PureYoga on Facebook • 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) • ZUMBA Qualified and experienced Fitness Instructor/Licensed Zumba, Zumba Toning and Zumbatomic Instructor Hannah Bowen 07886 487853 @ Awel y Mor Community Centre 9.45–10.45am. Wear suitable clothing and footwear, bring plenty of water, arrive early. £3.50.

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

Call Mandy: 07854 372582 • ZUMBA CARDIO WITH ZUMBA TONING (weights optional) 9.45–10.45am Awel y Mor Community Centre, Wellfield Avenue, Porthcawl. ZUMBA CARDIO 6–7pm Cynffig Comprehensive School, Main Hall, Kenfig Hill. Hannah Bowen Qualified Fitness Instructor Licensed Zumba Instructor find me on Facebook as Zumba Fitness - Porthcawl and on Zumba.com or call 07886 487853

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necessary. No longer weekly – please call Karl for details on 07805 772818 karljlangford@hotmail.com • 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 • TWIN-KLE TWIN-KLE TWIN GROUP Bump to 4 years at Westward Community Centre, Cefn Glas, Bridgend every Friday 1-3 o’clock. Contact Samantha: 07989 873497 or Facebook Twin-kle Twin-kle Twin Group Bridgend • TWINS & MULTIPLES GROUP, PYLE @ Once Upon A Playtime in Bridgend, 10am–12 noon. Clare Roberts: 07932 972200, d.c.roberts@sky.com • WELSH KARATE UNION PORTHCAWL CLUB @ Porthcawl Community Hall, Porthcawl Comprehensive School. 6–8pm. www. welshkarateunion.org • ZUMBA @ Kenfig Labour Club.

5.30–6.30pm • ZUMBA TONING (weights optional) 9.45–10.45am Awel y Mor Community Centre, Wellfield Avenue, Porthcawl. ZUMBATOMIC KIDS (kids school years 4-6) 4.30– 5.30pm. Starts 23rd March. Term time only. Hannah Bowen Qualified Fitness Instructor Licensed Zumba Instructor find me on facebook as Zumba Fitness Porthcawl and on Zumba.com or call 07886 487853

FREE. Also on throughout the rest of the week • ROCK CLUB, PORTHCAWL Music workshops for 9–15 years old.

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We learn and perform regularly! All levels, guitars, bass, drums, keyboards, singers, all welcome. Book a place on 015656 786319. Sustainable Wales, 41 John Street, Porthcawl Town/ www. rockclub.org.uk • 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 • ST JOHN AMBULANCE Adults @ Trinity Church. 6–7.30pm. Call 01656 786869 for more information • STORYTIME FOR CHILDREN, PORTHCAWL @ Porthcawl Library – 3.45–4.30pm. Tel: 01656 754845 email: porthcawllib@bridgend.gov.uk

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• BRIDGEND RAMBLERS A weekly program 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, Bridgend, 7am–12pm. 80–200 car boot stalls each week! All proceeds invested into events in Bridgend. Tel: 01656 • BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS, 661338 KENFIG NATIONAL NATURE • CIRCLE OF LIGHT RESERVE 3rd Saturday of the month, SPIRITUALIST CHURCH, 9am–12pm. Enjoy walks with the warden, PORTHCAWL @ Awel y Mor Centre. in association with Glamorgan Bird 6pm. itstriza@talk21.com Club. Meet at the Reserve Centre. Free • COMMUNITY CAR BOOT SALE, admission and car park. 01656 743386 NORTH CORNELLY 9am–1pm @ • BORE COFFI/COFFEE the Community Centre, North Cornelly.

MORNING, PORTHCAWL @ Indoor and outdoor. Encouraging the Tabernacl New Hall, Fenton Place community to use small local businesses 10.30am–12pm. 1st Sat of the month. and to recycle their unwanted items For Welsh learners and Welsh speakers to help sellers bring in extra income to meet for a chat. A warm welcome to and giving buyers a bargain. www. all – croeso cynnes i bawb cornellycarboot.blogspot.com • CAR BOOT SALES, BRIDGEND • INDOOR 5-A-SIDE FOOTBALL, @ The West House Pub. 9am–12pm. Set MAESTEG @ Maesteg up 8am. Cars £5/Vans £8. All proceeds Comprehensive. 11am–6pm. Adults to local charities. Please contact Rob & 16+. Contact Phil: 0753 5254290; Helen on 01656 653809 philipnmorgan@sky.com • CHILDREN’S ART & CRAFT • LIVE ENTERTAINMENT 5–7pm WORKSHOPS, PORTHCAWL @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. Plus karaoke 10.30–11.45am, Crafty Little Creations until late! @ Porthcawl RFC. Call Sue on (01656) • MADE STAGE ACADEMY 788420/ 07791 476882 For young performers aged 3–11 • DISCOVERY TOTS @ Nolton at exclusive venues. Various times Church Hall, Bridgend. Alpha between 10am–4pm. Please see www.

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Also on SATURDAY 17th MARCH @ Brackla Community Centre, Whitehorn Drive, Brackla, CF31 2PQ. 9am–3.30pm.

MONDAY 5th • Coffee morning for Newton @ Newton Institute, 10–11am

TUESDAY 6th • PACT meeting for Newton @ Newton School Rooms, 7pm • Peter Millis: Joy in Modern Art Exhibition at St Donats Art Centre CF61 1WF. 10am– 4pm, Monday to Friday and at other times when there are performances.

Encouraged by the success of his previous exhibition there in 2010, Peter presents a new collection of his vibrant, inspiring, colourful and above all joyful paintings for your consideration. Until Thursday 29th March.

• Bridgend Lions Charity Book Fair Bridgend YMCA, Angel Street, Bridgend. Also on the 3rd and 4th March. 9am–5pm each day. Admission free.

Thousands of quality books on almost every subject under the sun – all at bargain prices. This is the largest event of its kind in Wales and a must for all book lovers. For more information contact: bookfair@bridgendlions.org. uk or call 0845 833 9582.

THURSDAY 8th • Acoustic Club @ The Stage Door, The Grand Pavilion.

Fiona Barrow duo + Blind River Scare. Doors open 7.30pm for 8pm start

WEDNESDAY 14th • Porthcawl Floral Arrangement Society @ Awel-yMor, 7.30pm. A floral demonstration by Elizabeth Graham ‘Colours of Spring.’

A warm welcome to everyone.

SATURDAY31st • Eggstravaganza: Easter Fayre & Egg Hunt @ Cats Protection – Bridgend Adoption Centre, Green Acres, Pant Hirwaun, Bryncethin, Bridgend. An Easter themed event for all the family. As well as viewing the lovely cats in our care there will be an Easter Egg Hunt, raffle, tombola, bric-a-brac, home baked cake stand, refreshments, children’s colouring corner and much more. 10.30am - 3.30pm. £1 adults, 50p children, under 3s free • Charity Band Night III

SATURDAY 17th • Fish and chips in aid of Cancer Research UK @ the Hi-Tide, midday. £7.

THURSDAY 22nd • Jazz in the Stage Door @ The Grand Pavilion. 8pm. Susan Valliant Speer. Tickets £7 Tel. 01656 815995 or book on line, www.grandpavilion.co.uk

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• New exhibition of photographs by Christopher Hammerton @ Silures Art Gallery, South Rd, Porthcawl.

Open Weekends 11am– 4.30pm. Until 1st April.

• Craft Fair @ Talbot Green Community Centre, Cowbridge Road. Talbot Green CF72 8SH. 9am–2pm. Free entry. Loads of stalls. For further information please email: blossomevents11@ aol.com or 01443 202081.

• Tabernacl Music Society will be sharing the concert platform with another local choir, ‘Noteworthy’, at 7.30pm. A refreshingly different and exciting evening - full of surprises. Tickets: £7, students £5 from the Secretary on 07974765578 or at the door.

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School, East Avenue, Kenfig Hill. Doors open 6pm for 6.30pm start.Students showcase their talents to win £50. Come and watch a selection of high quality acts for a fun and entertaining evening. Refreshments available.Tickets are £3 and concessions £2, available from 1st March at Cynffig Comprehensive School,Kenfig Hill, Pyle Library, Pyle and Bethlehem Life Center, Cefn Cribwr.

WEDNESDAY 28th • Cynffig’s Got Talent @ Cynffig Comprehensive

A charity event in aid of Logan Evans-Padden and the Firefighters Charity at the Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl.

This is the third year that the event has been held, and so far nearly £4,000 has been raised for local good causes.

On the night, entertainment will be provided by five local bands: Chaser, Harman Band, Lady and the Tramps and Killin Mary. Tickets for event are £9, and are available from the Salthouse on The Square. Alternatively, please visit our Facebook page ‘Charitybandnight Porthcawl’ for further event details. The fun starts at 6.30pm, hope to see you all there!

APRIL SUNDAY 1st • Birdwatching for beginners workshop @ Kenfig Nature Reserve, 9.30am–3.30pm.

The day will consist of an informal introductory lecture by Adrian and Graham followed by the first birdwatching session, identifying birds of woodland and open freshwater. After a short lunch break we’ll set off on an exciting visit to the coast. The day will end back with a recap and questions.

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RunnersLife Porthcawl Runnerslife has acquired five new members since the turn of the year.

The club, which now has sixty three members, has training sessions run by qualified coaches and meets up to four times a week. There is a good mix of beginners to more experienced runners and every new member is made to feel welcome.

If you feel you would like

Porthcawl Christmas morning swim : 47th anniversary

Porthcawl Christmas Morning Swim and Porthcawl Buccaneers held their inaugural joint presentation and formal handing over of almost £11,000 to the local organisations chosen to benefit by each committee.

During the evening on 3rd February Porthcawl Carnival’s Kerry Marlow presented cheques to: Sandville, Porthcawl Counseling Service, Bro Morgannwg Baby Loss Support, Porthcawl Athletic, Firefighters Charity, Porthcawl Coastguard Unit, National Deaf Children’s Society, HCPT Group 55 and a charity chosen by Porthcawl Ukelele Band.

The largest donation was made to the swim’s main beneficiary, Wales Air Ambulance.

Also receiving cheques from the Chairman of the swim, Nicola Willis, were the following local organisations: Porth-

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The fundraising is still going strong with our £30,000 target tantalisingly close!

A big thank you must go to Mike and all the staff in the Seagull Inn who raised a fantastic £598.70 with their charity quizzes and recent to come along to a training comedy night. session at no obligation, the Our training is now in full times are Monday 6.30pm (beginners) Wednesday 6.30pm, swing with a climb up Pen y Fan already under our belts, Friday 6.30pm and Sunday so should you spot anyone of mornings 9.30am.

Members meet up regularly for social evenings with the main emphasis on having fun Scrum Half and forming new friendships.

Geraint Watkin If you would like more information you can contact the secretary: Antony Phillips via email aphill242@gmail.com

us out and about laden with heavy rucksacks give us a toot of encouragement!

The next event is all planned for the Hi-Tide on Saturday 31st March. It’s a multi tribute act including Pink, Lady Gaga and Katy Perry. Tickets are only £14.50 per person including a meal and disco.

For tickets please call Terry on 07971179028 or Hi-Tide 01656 782432.

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cawl and Pyle Pumas Amateur Boxing Club, Porthcawl Stroke Club, Ogwr & District Talking Newspaper Association, Porthcawl Mayor’s Civic Fund, Trinity Care Club, Porthcawl Athletic Club, Newton Lifeguard Club, Porthcawl YMCA, Porthcawl Parkinson’s Support Group, Sker and Pink Bay Lifeguard Club, Porthcawl Kidney Research and Rest Bay Lifeguard Club. The following organisations were also presented with a donation by Deputy Mayor of Porthcawl, Councillor Alana Davies in thanks for their help with safety during the swim: St John Ambulance, Porthcawl Coastguard Association, The Fire Service Benevolent Fund, Porthcawl Lifeguard Club and Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat.

Commenting on the evening the Buccaneer’s Martin Owen said, “There was tremendous goodwill demonstrated at the presentation and whilst we and the swim committee consider we work hard to put on our respective events many of our guests, representing local organisations, spend many hours for the benefit of our community and we were very pleased to offer them some financial help.”

IAN STROUD

Porthcawl RFC Youth Porthcawl Youth 22 Nantymoel Youth 5 Porthcawl Youth welcomed a good Nantymoel side to Rest Bay in this Ospreys league encounter. With only a point separating these two sides a tough game was expected.

As always at Rest Bay the elements play their part and a strong wind was in favour of Nantymoel in the first half.

Both sides started brightly however it was the young Seaweeds that looked the most threatening and played a very expansive game. Good Nantymoel defence throughout the first half made life difficult for Porthcawl and it took some great individual skill from outside half Tom Bluck who scored after catching his own chip through. The young Seaweeds created a number of excellent chances however some great defence by Nantymoel kept the score to just one try. A red card for a Nantymoel player near the end of the first half seemed to galvanise the away team. For the remainder of the first half and first ten minutes

of the second half the visitors put immense pressure on the Seaweeds defence and scored a well-deserved try of their own to level the match. Having withstood the onslaught from Nantymoel the home side once again began to play expansive rugby and took the game to their opponents. Winger Josh Williams scored in the corner from superb backs play.

Captain Jack Williams scored next under the posts when he charged through a number of tacklers from 10 metres out.

This was converted successfully

by Thomas Matthews. There were a number of further try scoring chances that we just missed and finally centre Ollie Banner scored a well taken try to end the game with a score line of 22-5 in favour of the home side. This is a very young side with two 2nd Year Youth players, 16 1st year youth players and four U16s players in the squad for the game. The coaching staff would like to thank the four U16s players who took part and made a massive contribution to the game.

PAUL BROWN

March 2012

Lloyd (left) Frazer (right)

Two local boys from Heronsbridge School have been selected to represent the nation in this year’s Mencap Football Team.

Lloyd Warner, 18, of Newton, Porthcawl and Fraser Smith, 17, of Cefn Glas, Bridgend were both selected for this year’s senior Mencap National Team following a trial at Warwick University recently.

They competed against many other football players from all over England and Wales in skill challenges and were both successful in selection for the 15 strong squad.

They will represent England and Wales in the European Championships that take part in Geneva at the end of May

Pumas Boxing News Light heavyweight Louis Jones took his tally of bouts to 12 wins from 15 as he outboxed his traveller opponent in Haverfordwest.

With an army of fans giving their support to the home boy Louis wasn’t fazed and went about his business in a calm manner. The opening round saw Louis pick off his foe with ease as the attacks against him were lunging, predictable hook shots trying to please his fans as he was looking for the big shot to try and force a count. In round 2 this eased as the opposition quickly tired and his fitness was tailing off badly which played into Louis hands. The last round saw the Pumas lad push him against the ropes and the referee had

2012.

Mencap Sport formed its national disability football team over 30 year ago following its invitation to take part in a European Championship which is held in Switzerland every year. Each year a different level is chosen to ensure that players of all abilities get the opportunity for selection.

The boys will attend a full weekend of training and warmup matches in Leeds, West Yorkshire where they will unite as the 2012 Mencap team for the first time. This takes place a few weeks prior to their departure to Switzerland for the tournament which is staged at the Bernex Stadium, home of the Swiss league team Signal FC between 25th and 27th May. They will represent England and Wales against other teams from all over Europe.

Richard Howe is looking for support and sponsorship from local businesses in the area to help support these boys and to assist the Mencap team.

Anyone interested is invited to contact Richard at Heronsbridge School on Bridgend (01656) 653974.

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no choice but to give an 8 count and almost stopping the bout before Louis was awarded an easy points victor. As we go to press Jonny Clatworthy and Sean Evans will be boxing on a show in Splott, Cardiff which I’ll give you a report on next month. Anybody looking to join up at any level of fitness to box or just get fit is quite welcome to come along on the training nights shown below.

10.03.12

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Wales v France

Training nights for Schoolboy/Juniors are 5-6pm, Youth/Seniors are 6-7pm, Monday, Wednesday and Friday.Training for beginners 5-6pm Tuesday and Thursdays.

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Sunday 25th March In partnership with the running club based at Porthcawl RFC we invite you to be part of the Sainsbury's Sport Relief Mile!

With different routes for different distances on offer - you can walk, run, skip or jump your way around!

Further details will be posted on the noticeboards in the Club and on our website and Facebook page in the coming weeks.

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The cold27 snap one of 12 the best and 1414 Th 1414 1.291.29 F 1448 F 1448 1.51 1.51 Su Su 15161516 1.17 1.17 M 1513 M 1513 M 1455 1.001.00 Tu 1540 Tu 1540 2.052.05 M 1455 1.971.97 Th 1714 Th 1714 2.282.28 F 1628 F 1628 2.652.65 was noTh deterrent to the comwe have2134 high hopes for 2130 the2130 2033 2033 9.709.70 21052105 9.279.27 2134 9.639.63 21152115 9.869.86 8.728.72 21592159 8.908.90 23392339 8.728.72 2249 2249 8.328.32 mitted few, as the first decent seasons ahead. Keep an eye out 0228 0228 1.35 1.35 0259 0259 1.761.76 0332 0332 1.361.36 0326 0326 2.302.30 03160316 1.15 1.15 0356 0356 2.17 2.17 05510551 2.382.38 0457 0457 2.792.79 13 2828 13 13 28details 28 13 13 2828 swell 13 of the year pumped in. 0922 for some great event to 0851 0851 9.94 9.94 0922 9.40 9.40 0955 0955 9.62 9.62 0950 0950 8.568.56 0937 0937 9.639.63 10181018 8.628.6213 13 1211 1211 8.11 8.11 2828 1117 1117 7.897.89 F 1454 F 1454 1.39 1.39 Sa Sa 1520 1520 1.89 1.89 M 1558 M 1558 1.67 1.67 Tu 1543 Tu 1543 2.52 2.52 Tu 1538 Tu 1538 1.59 1.59 W 1611 W 1611 2.39 2.39 F 1818 F 1818 2.86 2.86 Sa Sa 1716 1716 3.00 3.00 For five days in a row Rest Bay be announced soon. To get us 9.549.54 21362136 8.898.89 2218 9.11 9.11 22012201 8.258.25 21592159 9.269.26 2230 2230 8.488.48 v v 23392339 7.967.96 was lined 2112 up, 2112 clean and plenty started,2218 immediately after the 0418 0418 1.90girls 1.90 headed 0309 1.53 1.53near 0330 0330 2.16 2.16 the 0400 0400 0402 0402 1.781.78 04310431 2.612.61 0045 0045 8.178.17 0554 0554 3.073.07 powerful –0309 albeit with AGM club’s in2.802.80 1414 2929 1414 1414 2929 2929 10411041 8.988.982929 09310931 9.739.73 0955 0955 8.948.94 10251025 8.008.00 10241024 8.888.88 10531053 8.128.1214 14 0708 0708 2.832.83 12161216 7.567.56 sub-zero temperatures by daya ten-strong gang to St David’s, 2.272.27 W 1621 Sa Sa 15351535 1.631.63 Su Su 15511551 2.31 2.31 Tu 1646 Tu 1646 W 1621 3.023.02 W 1626 W 1626 2.282.28Th 1647 Th 1647 2.842.84Sa Sa 13231323 7.647.64Su Su 18201820 3.253.25 light despite sunshine. where scored another 2310 8.528.52 2155the 2155 9.24 9.24 2208 2208 8.45 8.45 vthey 2240 2240 7.747.74 22512251 8.588.58 2307 2307 8.018.01 19461946 3.163.16 e e v 2310 Several others have had 0403 solid swell.

0459 0459 2.452.45 05140514 3.073.07 0352 0352 1.831.83 0403 2.61 2.61 winter 05140514 2.492.49 0204 0204 7.937.93 0047 0047 7.747.74 15 15 30cold 30 15said, 15 15 15 3030 11221122 8.138.133030 11371137 7.617.6115 15 1015 1015 9.389.38 10301030 8.438.43 1139we’re 1139 8.318.31 0836 0836 2.902.90 07110711 3.163.16 the sense to escape the That all ready for it 2.922.92 F 1735 3.293.29 Su Su Su Su 16211621 1.981.98 M 1627 M 1627 2.782.78 W 1750 W 1750 2.852.85 Th 1730 Th 1730 F 1735 14501450 7.617.61 M 1332 M 1332 7.497.49 altogether,2240 scoring foreign 2244 to get warm again now please.

2240 8.858.85 2244 7.987.98 21122112 3.033.03 19461946 3.243.24 v v e e perfection for their efforts. Gus See you in the water.

0443 0443 3.083.08 0000 0000 7.557.55 high tide: larger number 3131 Ruddle was rumoured31 to 31 be TOM ANDERSON 1111 1111 7.897.89 06160616 3.453.45 low tide: lower number 1712 3.243.24 Tu 1712 Tu Ian Sa Sa 12421242 7.187.18 heading to Central America, www.tomandersonbooks.com 2332 2332 7.52 7.52 1851 1851 3.61 3.61 Proudman Oceanographic e e Bowen embarked on a trip to

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