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Penderyn WI (Women’s Institute) News
News of Penderyn WI via the Crucible magazine :
Penderyn WI met at the Community Centre on 14th February. A minute’s silence was held in memory of Elaine Hamulka who passed away recently.
Steve Jones of the Welsh Air Ambulance came to talk to Penderyn WI about the three air ambulance helicopter teams based in Wales, […]
Farmers markets show the Community Effort
The monthly Farmers’ Markets held in Llantrisant, Llantwit Fardre and Penderyn are now being run by the local community. The popular markets were previously managed by Rhondda Cynon Taf Council, but will now be organised by local residents.
Councillor Graham Thomas, Cabinet Member for Culture, Recreation and Tourism, Rhondda Cynon Taf, said: “These popular markets offer […]
Crafty Break by the Sea
At the annual Crafty Break at the Gorwelion Guide Centre Trefoil Guild members enjoyed many crafts. Amongst the members from all over Wales was an ex-Penderyn lady - Mrs. Eileen Short (now living in Mid Wales).
Lovespoon making under the instructions of Arthur from Cardiff was really popular (the wood chippings covering the floor was proof […]
Local Songwriters Wanted
Fancy yourself as the next KT Tunstall or James Taylor? If you are a singer/songwriter aged 16 and over and want to develop your skills, why not join a weekend Songwriting Masterclass at Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, on Saturday and Sunday October 13 and 14.
The masterclass will be led by Pontypridd-based singer/songwriter Amy Wadge […]
Celebrating Older People
As part of International Older Persons Day on October 1st everyone over 50 is invited to the Aman Centre in Aberdare for some fun taster sessions and exhibitions in Dance, Cooking, Indian Head Massage and much more!
Beginning at 10.30am and finishing at 3pm on October 1st the event is free and there is no need […]
Meet your Rhigos & Penderyn Candidate for May 1st Local Council Election
Candidates for the Local Council Elections on May 1st are all now formally nominated.
Assembly Minister develops trade links for Welsh Lamb with Dubai
Rural Affairs Minister Elin Jones returned last week from a short tour of the United Arab Emirates, during which she had positive discussions with the UAE Government about re-opening the export market for Welsh lamb.
A variety of Welsh companies have been exhibiting at the Gulfood Show in Dubai, which started on Sunday 24 February […]
Celebrate St David’s Day with Cwlwm Busnes at Ty Newydd near Penderyn
Celebrate St David’s Day with the Welsh Language Business Group - Cwlwm Busnes y Cymoedd - at Ty Newydd Hotel, near Penderyn. 6.30pm Thursday 28 February
Guest Speaker: Ellis Roberts BBC
Entertainment by Lleuwen Steffan and band
Tickets £20 - Contact Helena, Menter Iaith on tel. 07981 906 102 or email helenajones@menteriaith.org or Geraint/Chris Menter Iaith Office […]
Police Meeting to discuss Penderyn School Traffic Congestion
The next Meeting of the Rhigos and Penderyn Partnerships and Communities Together (PACT) will be held at 7pm on 7th March 2008 at Rhigos Community Centre.
This month’s priorities are :
1. Traffic congestion at Penderyn Primary school
2. Youth Annoyance - Heol-y-de Rhigos
All welcome.
For an opportunity to find out how police and partners worked on […]
Cardiff Arms Hotel in Hirwaun to Open Soon
The official opening of local public house Cardiff Arms Hotel gets closer.
New owners Julian and Annie Barfield acquired the Cardiff Arms in August 2007. They have managed the renovation of the Cardiff Arms during the past few months. It was a mammoth task. “We had no option other than to start […]
Make the Best of your Penderyn Countryside
A new plan aimed at making the best of Rhondda Cynon Taf’s stunning countryside and open spaces has been launched.
Out and About - The Rights Of Way Improvement Plan for Rhondda Cynon Taf - sets out the Council’s rights of way and countryside access strategy for the next 10 years and includes an action plan […]
Wild Welsh Ponies near Penderyn
Have you noticed the rugged Welsh Montain Ponies near Penderyn ? They inhabit many parts of the Brecon Beacons National Park and are now recognised as a rare breed. They have been a part of the Welsh landscape for thousands of years.
According to the Brecon Beacons National Park Authority : The ponies have […]
Green is the colour of romance
With Dydd Santes Dwynwen and Valentine’s Day fast approaching, millions of people across Wales will be celebrating the occasion by sending one of the approximately 13 million Valentine’s cards that are purchased in the UK every year.In fact, after Christmas, this is the most popular time of year to send cards – so this year […]
Have Your Say on Waste Plan
Over the past few years, we’ve made huge efforts to recycle and compost as much as we can, and as a result we’ve helped Wales achieve an all time high household recycling and composting rate of 27%.
However, the remainder of the waste generated, whether it is a milk carton at home, printer cartridges at the […]
Never Too Young to Enjoy the Autumn
You are never too young to enjoy the Autumn.
In the photograph : Thelma from Aberdare Trefoil Guild.
Photo Credit : Joan Rees
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