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29/01/2018

  ABP’s network of five ports in South Wales handled 12.5 million tonnes of cargo in 2017  thanks to major investment in infrastructure and an ongoing commitment to delivering the highest standards of customer service. 12.5 million tonnes of cargo were handled at Newport, Cardiff, Barry, Port Talbot and Swansea with strong growth seen in both traditional and emerging sectors, serving South Wales and the wider UK economy. Year-on-year growth was seen in several commodities including fertiliser to support the agriculture…

29/01/2018

  A Nurse Specialist from Cardiff and Vale University Health Board has been announced the winner of the ‘Society for Endocrinology Endocrine Nurse Award 2018’. Janet Lewis, Lead Endocrine Nurse Specialist was recognised by the Society of Endocrinology which recognises individuals who have demonstrated innovative and successful nurse-led initiatives in the endocrine field that have advanced best practice in research, education or patient care. Janet was chosen for the award because of her leadership in devising recommendations that improve the…

29/01/2018

  On St Dwynwen’s Day Hanfod Cymru will  ‘spread the love’ by opening its doors to applications from charities across Wales for small grants of up to £10,000. The applications can be for projects or activities taking place in the areas of culture and art, education or social welfare. The application for a grant can be for any activity within these areas, as long as it is beyond the statutory field. Speaking today, Hanfod Cymru Chief Executive, Siôn Brynach, said:…

29/01/2018

  The Rheumatology Day Unit at University Hospital of Wales has received a £1000 donation from the fundraising efforts of a patient’s daughter. Charlotte Hill who lives in North Wales wanted to say thank you to the Rheumatology Day Unit for the support and care they have given to her mum Andrea since 2005 and decided to run the Snowdon trail half marathon to raise funds. Charlotte wanted to raise money for the Unit to provide comfort and enhance patient’s experience…

29/01/2018

  CMAs are pleased to announce the full line up at the awards ceremony. The Cardiff Music Awards recognises the achievements, successes and talents of organisations and individuals who have helped enhance Cardiff’s unique and diverse music scene. Aside from the awards, the CMAs aim to showcase some of Cardiff’s outstanding talent by carefully selecting live acts for their appeal and live stature. Act one is GRL TLK. These two girls cut their teeth playing at Cardiff’s best independent clubs…

17/01/2018

LOVE CLEANS UP  Newly engaged modern art lovers Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been treated to a special engagement present: a portrait of the pair ‘cleaned’ out of a dirty carpet. Commissioned by Carpet Stain Remover maker Dr. Beckmann, the artwork has been created by artist Nathan Wyburn, who has previously depicted Mariah Carey out of glitter and Donald Trump out of tacos. The portrait, called ‘Love Cleans Up’, measures a massive 12ft x 16ft, and involved Wyburn using the award-winning product…

11/01/2018

  Flashdance – The Musical makes its first visit to Cardiff this February and will star Strictly favourite Joanne Clifton and singer-songwriter Ben Adams. Strictly Come Dancing champion Joanne Clifton is no stranger to being at the top, as she is also a World & European Champion ballroom dancer, and is one of very few pro-dancers to have won both the main Strictly glitter ball with Ore Oduba last year and the Christmas Special in 2015 with Harry Judd.  …

09/01/2018

  St David’s Hall Friday 23 February 2018 12pm & 3.30pm   LOOKING for fabulous family fun to keep the little ones entertained during the half-term hols? Then look no further than Milkshake! Live at St David’s Hall with two delightful performances at 12pm and 3.30pm on Friday 23 February 2018! The Channel 5 show returns to the stage with more of your beloved TV characters than ever including Bob the Builder, Little Princess, Noddy, Fireman Sam, Shimmer & Shine,…

08/01/2018

I’ll start by saying this: you need to go and see a Kinetic Arts Theatre performance.   I’m not exaggerating that throughout their performance of ‘Footloose’, I was either laughing or smiling for the full two hours straight. It felt like every single cast member was having a blast on the stage and they passed on the infectious sense of fun on to the audience too.   The show was held at the Royal Welsh College of Music and drama….

19/12/2017

If you’re looking for something a little different to do with family & friends this Christmas, or something new to try in the New Year to beat those January blues, look no further than Breakout Cardiff. The premise is this: you’re locked in a room and have 60 minutes to escape. However, each room has a separate story line & scenario attached to breaking out. They also have different difficulty levels of the puzzles & riddles that need to be…