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Conwy County News for 14 August 2008

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Llanrwst man dies on Malaysian oil rig Aug 14 2008

A man from North Wales has died following an accident on an oil rig off Malaysia.Read

Stroke firm slammed for targeting Conwy pensioners Aug 14 2008

A COMPANY offering people in Conwy a pay-as-you-go stroke screening service has dismissed a claim that it is targeting the elderly and vulnerable.Read

Film stars could be attracted to Conwy action school Aug 14 2008

SUPERSTARS like Johnny Depp and Orlando Bloom could be crossing swords in Conwy if a unique project to set up a medieval fight school on the quay goes ahead.Read

Quads a danger to streets of Old Colwyn and Llysfaen Aug 14 2008

UNRULY quad bikers are making residents’ lives a misery in Old Colwyn and Llysfaen.Read

Standing united to beat the axe

Post office protesters standing united to beat the axe Aug 14 2008

YOUNG and old took part in a protest march to fight against the proposed closure of a post office in Llandudno Junction.Read

Llanrwst welcomes community appraisal Aug 14 2008

RESIDENTS and traders are being given the chance to shape the future of Llanrwst.Read

Artists are welcome to exhibit work Aug 14 2008

CONWY’S arts and museums service is calling for artists to exhibit their work at their venues next year.Read

Hotel group bullish over jobs Aug 14 2008

HOTEL company Travelodge has hit back at suggestions it is likely to damage the local economy by saying it will offer a significant proportion of jobs to the long-term unemployed if it moves into Llandudno.Read

Yellow cards over litter Aug 14 2008

LITTER bugs who discard or throw rubbish, chewing gum and cigarette butts on the ground are being targeted in Colwyn Bay.Read

‘Tarzan’ stunt was just spin Aug 14 2008

NORTH Wales Police claim chief constable Richard Brunstrom did not ape Tarzan after all.Read

Llanfest hits Llanfairfechan on August 30. Aug 14 2008

LIVE music fans can get their festival fix in Llanfairfechan when Llanfest kicks off on Saturday, August 30.Read

Work on roads Aug 14 2008

CARRIAGEWAY resurfacing works are to be carried out on the A5 trunk road at Pentrefoelas during September.Read

Police chief: I’ll call it a day next Christmas Aug 14 2008

CHIEF constable Richard Brunstrom plans to retire by the end of next year.Read

Give us our bench back Aug 14 2008

NO FEWER than 240 people have signed a petition demanding the return of a bench at Llanfairfechan.Read

Village’s belly dance bonanza Aug 14 2008

LLANFAIRFECHAN will play host to an exotic belly-dancing show this weekend.Read

Trefriw old boy pedals to Paris for charity Aug 14 2008

A CYCLING veteran is putting pedal to the metal next month when he takes part in a gruelling European bike ride for the 13th time.Read

Carnival recovers from rain Aug 14 2008

TORRENTIAL rain meant Saturday’s events at Llandudno’s annual two-day carnival had to be cancelled although morris dancing competitions went ahead indoors.Read

Elgan hits all the right notes

Elgan hits all the right notes Aug 14 2008

A TALENTED singer could emulate Michael Ball and become a Welsh-born star of the West End and Broadway after winning a major competition at the Cardiff National Eisteddfod.Read

Farmer snaps at student on field trip Aug 14 2008

A PHOTOGRAPHIC student was attacked by a farmer when he went to take a picture from a field.Read

Llanrwst Eisteddfod winner passes on traditions of Welsh clog dancing Aug 14 2008

A PASSION for traditional Welsh clog dancing has turned into a dream career for young Llanrwst lass Hannah Rowlands.Read

Beach day ‘to be great’ Aug 14 2008

LLANFAIRFECHAN is gearing up for its emergency services day on the beach later this month.Read

Wales at War theme for Penmaenmawr weekend Aug 14 2008

PENMAENMAWR will go back in time with its Wales At War celebrations over the bank holiday weekend.Read

Banish boredom, enjoy summer workshops! Aug 14 2008

THERE is plenty to keep everyone happy at museums across Conwy County throughout the school holidays with a number of summer workshops.Read

Warning of work on A470 Aug 14 2008

ROAD resurfacing works will be carried out in Glan Conwy on the A470 trunk road next month.Read

More than simply food for thought Aug 14 2008

MUCH anxiety surrounds food, even in societies like ours, where food is plentiful and starvation is rare.Read

Youth meet cricket heroes Aug 14 2008

BUDDING cricket players from Llanrwst were given a chance to see some of their favourite players over the weekend.Read

Officers take part in St David’s Hospice charity walk Aug 14 2008

TWO beat bobbies will be up with the lark this weekend as they pound the pavements to help raise money for a local hospice.Read

Smile sums up success Aug 14 2008

A FORMER Ysgol John Bright pupil has won an award for the best student on her degree course at Bangor University.Read

New faces at favourite Conwy pub Aug 14 2008

A NEW landlady is in charge at Conwy’s most traditional pub.Read

Couple want money back after holiday flat let-down Aug 14 2008

DISAPPOINTED tourists are taking legal action to recover money they are owed for a holiday that never happened.Read

£775 for two cigs Aug 14 2008

A TAXI driver who twice lit up in her parked cab was left with a £775 bill.Read

First Responder Tomos receives top life-saver award Aug 14 2008

A CONWY Valley first aid volunteer has been given a top award for his life-saving skills.Read

Business booms for adventure Buggy Tours

Business booms for adventure Buggy Tours Aug 14 2008

HOBBIES of the rich and famous are fast becoming a reality as one Craig-y-Don based businessman brings the first ever on-road buggy tour of Conwy County.Read

To Russia with love Aug 14 2008

CHILDREN from Ysgolion Tudno and San Sior in Llandudno took part in a special event in aid of a charity which helps Russian youngsters at the Emmanuel Christian Centre.Read

Bejing trip by Paralympic sporting hopeful James Aug 14 2008

A KEEN sportsman from Rhos-on-Sea who has his sights set on competing in the London 2012 Paralympics is heading for Beijing to see how this year’s event is run and meet some of the people taking part.Read

Mixed response as village jail is ditched Aug 14 2008

CAMPAIGNERS against an 800-capacity prison in Llanfairfechan have breathed a sigh of relief after the village was ruled out as a possible site.Read

Stephen has 2012 glory in his sights

Stephen has 2012 glory in his sights Aug 14 2008

A KEEN-EYED member of Glan Conwy gun club has fired his way into the Wales clay shooting squad and now has one eye on Olympic glory.Read

The people who bank on helping community Aug 14 2008

A GROUP of young volunteers are in charge of a project which hands out money to youth organisations which benefit the community.Read

Bankrupt furious at failed annulment bid Aug 14 2008

A PIER boss has blasted a council for trying to force him out of business.Read

Good fun not dampened! Aug 14 2008

THE Upper Colwyn Bay Playgroup’s end of year outing to the Welsh Mountain Zoo was hailed as a success despite the wet weather.Read

Llanrwst delicatessen wins four Gold Great Taste Awards Aug 14 2008

A CONWY Valley delicatessen has a host of delights for your taste buds.Read

Thank Derek for the music Aug 14 2008

A POPULAR shopkeeper retiring after 22 years will hand over the keys to his music store in Colwyn Bay to a young businessman.Read

Locals take step back in time! Aug 14 2008

PUNTERS at the Royal in Colwyn Bay raised a glass as the landlord turned back time and officially reopened the side bar.Read

Breath-testing ploy winning war on under-age drinking Aug 14 2008

POLICE have hailed a breath-testing scheme targeting youngsters in the Colwyn Bay area a success and claim crime has been reduced.Read

Cash in memory of Iori Aug 14 2008

A FUN day was held at Colwyn Bay British Legion in remembrance of Iori Owen.Read

Children embrace clean-up Aug 14 2008

PUPILS at Ysgol Cwstennin in Mochdre took part in a clean- up of the school yard as part of an environmental action day.Read

Smart way to travel Aug 14 2008

PEOPLE in Conwy with a concessionary bus pass can pick up their new Smartcard pass from this week.Read

An apology to Cllr Steven Woolfe Aug 14 2008

IN an article headed “Councillor in expenses enquiry” published on October 4, 2007, we reported that Mr Woolfe resigned from Conwy County Council in disgrace and that an inquiry was underway into allegations that he had claimed £20,000 in allowances despite not attending council meetings for more than six months.Read

True taste of France Aug 14 2008

A TASTE of the Gallic comes to the Conwy Valley this Friday in the form of a French food market day in Llanrwst.Read

Vulnerable ‘hardest hit’ Aug 14 2008

ELDERLY people and the disabled will be the hardest hit by post office closures in Colwyn Bay and Rhos-on-Sea, say concerned councillors.Read

Bid to save Llandudno post office Aug 14 2008

A MEETING in Llandudno has kick-started a campaign to save a post office under threat.Read

Fast and furious furballs Aug 14 2008

CROWDS flocked to Betws-y-Coed on Sunday to see furry critters racing and performing as the popular Ferret Derby made a welcome return.Read

College’s new graduates are in a class of their own Aug 14 2008

EXCEPTIONAL students celebrated at Coleg Llandrillo’s 15th annual graduation ceremony held at Venue Cymru in Llandudno.Read

Golf club drives into major redevelopment Aug 14 2008

A GOLF CLUB is to be extended to provide a swimming pool, health club and spa facilities, creating up to eight new jobs after councillors gave the scheme the go-ahead.Read

AMs’ £400k expense bill Aug 14 2008

NORTH Wales AMs are among those claiming a total of more than £400,000 a year between them to subsidise second homes in Cardiff.Read

Business booms for adventure Buggy Tours

Business booms for adventure Buggy Tours Aug 14 2008

HOBBIES of the rich and famous are fast becoming a reality as one Craig-y-Don based businessman brings the first ever on-road buggy tour of Conwy County.Read

True taste of France Aug 14 2008

A TASTE of the Gallic comes to the Conwy Valley this Friday in the form of a French food market day in Llanrwst.Read

Standing united to beat the axe

Standing united to beat the axe Aug 14 2008

YOUNG and old took part in a protest march to fight against the proposed closure of a post office in Llandudno Junction.Read

Bankrupt furious at failed annulment bid Aug 14 2008

A PIER boss has blasted a council for trying to force him out of business.Read

Antiques Roadshow to visit Bodnant Garden Aug 14 2008

TIME to dust off your best china, dig out any old relics from the attic and check out that faded watercolour hanging over the fireplace.Read

Llanrwst delicatessen wins four Gold Great Taste Awards Aug 14 2008

A CONWY Valley delicatessen has a host of delights for your taste buds.Read

Thank Derek for the music Aug 14 2008

A POPULAR shopkeeper retiring after 22 years will hand over the keys to his music store in Colwyn Bay to a young businessman.Read

Healthcare firm denies ‘targetting the elderly’ Aug 14 2008

A COMPANY offering people a pay-as-you-go stroke screening service has dismissed claims that it is targetting the elderly and vulnerable.Read

True taste of France Aug 14 2008

A TASTE of the Gallic comes to the Conwy Valley this Friday in the form of a French food market day in Llanrwst.Read

Beach day ‘to be great’ Aug 14 2008

LLANFAIRFECHAN is gearing up for its emergency services day on the beach later this month.Read

Oliver! star Jodie on stage for Faenol Aug 14 2008

REALITY show winner Jodie Prenger is the latest addition to the line-up for Bryn Terfel’s Faenol Festival.Read

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Golf club drives into major redevelopment Aug 14 2008

A GOLF CLUB is to be extended to provide a swimming pool, health club and spa facilities, creating up to eight new jobs after councillors gave the scheme the go-ahead.Read

Cash in memory of Iori Aug 14 2008

A FUN day was held at Colwyn Bay British Legion in remembrance of Iori Owen.Read

Yellow cards over litter Aug 14 2008

LITTER bugs who discard or throw rubbish, chewing gum and cigarette butts on the ground are being targeted in Colwyn Bay.Read

Village’s belly dance bonanza Aug 14 2008

LLANFAIRFECHAN will play host to an exotic belly-dancing show this weekend.Read

Llanrwst Eisteddfod winner passes on traditions of Welsh clog dancing Aug 14 2008

A PASSION for traditional Welsh clog dancing has turned into a dream career for young Llanrwst lass Hannah Rowlands.Read

Wales at War theme for Penmaenmawr weekend Aug 14 2008

PENMAENMAWR will go back in time with its Wales At War celebrations over the bank holiday weekend.Read

Banish boredom, enjoy summer workshops! Aug 14 2008

THERE is plenty to keep everyone happy at museums across Conwy County throughout the school holidays with a number of summer workshops.Read

Smile sums up success Aug 14 2008

A FORMER Ysgol John Bright pupil has won an award for the best student on her degree course at Bangor University.Read

To Russia with love Aug 14 2008

CHILDREN from Ysgolion Tudno and San Sior in Llandudno took part in a special event in aid of a charity which helps Russian youngsters at the Emmanuel Christian Centre.Read

Good fun not dampened! Aug 14 2008

THE Upper Colwyn Bay Playgroup’s end of year outing to the Welsh Mountain Zoo was hailed as a success despite the wet weather.Read

Smart way to travel Aug 14 2008

PEOPLE in Conwy with a concessionary bus pass can pick up their new Smartcard pass from this week.Read

Smart way to travel Aug 14 2008

PEOPLE in Conwy with a concessionary bus pass can pick up their new Smartcard pass from this week.Read

Medieval sword school to bring A-list stars to town Aug 14 2008

SUPERSTARS like Johnny Depp and Orlando Bloom could be crossing swords in Conwy if a unique project to set up a medieval fight school on the quay goes ahead.Read

Carnival recovers from rain Aug 14 2008

TORRENTIAL rain meant Saturday’s events at Llandudno’s annual two-day carnival had to be cancelled although morris dancing competitions went ahead indoors.Read

Farmer snaps at student on field trip Aug 14 2008

A PHOTOGRAPHIC student was attacked by a farmer when he went to take a picture from a field.Read

Vulnerable ‘hardest hit’ Aug 14 2008

ELDERLY people and the disabled will be the hardest hit by post office closures in Colwyn Bay and Rhos-on-Sea, say concerned councillors.Read

Officers take part in St David’s Hospice charity walk Aug 14 2008

TWO beat bobbies will be up with the lark this weekend as they pound the pavements to help raise money for a local hospice.Read

123 Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay Aug 14 2008

106 Penrhyn Avenue, Rhos-on-SeaRead

HIGH-REACHING pupils at Ysgol Betws-y-Coed are reaching reach new heights with their studies by taking on outdoor adventure activities. Aug 14 2008

The group of 15 youngsters have joined the climbing club at Plas-y-Brenin in Capel Curig for a seven week climbing course and will also be taking on canoeing and skiing later on in the year.Read

Llanfest hits Llanfairfechan on August 30. Aug 14 2008

LIVE music fans can get their festival fix in Llanfairfechan when Llanfest kicks off on Saturday, August 30.Read

Trefriw old boy pedals to Paris for charity Aug 14 2008

A CYCLING veteran is putting pedal to the metal next month when he takes part in a gruelling European bike ride for the 13th time.Read

Warning of work on A470 Aug 14 2008

ROAD resurfacing works will be carried out in Glan Conwy on the A470 trunk road next month.Read

MUSIC FESTIVAL TICKETS UP FOR GRABS Aug 14 2008

THIS year’s Bryn Terfel Faenol Festival offers a musical feast to suit every taste, featuring headline artists from the worlds of pop, opera, and musical theatre. The Weekly News is offering pairs of top-price tickets for each of the four nights as competition prizes.Read

An apology to Cllr Steven Woolfe Aug 14 2008

IN an article headed “Councillor in expenses enquiry” published on October 4, 2007, we reported that Mr Woolfe resigned from Conwy County Council in disgrace and that an enquiry was underway into allegations that he had claimed £20,000 in allowances despite not attending council meetings for more than six months.Read

Artists are welcome to exhibit work Aug 14 2008

CONWY’S arts and museums service is calling for artists to exhibit their work at their venues next year.Read

‘Tarzan’ stunt was just spin Aug 14 2008

NORTH Wales Police claim chief constable Richard Brunstrom did not ape Tarzan after all.Read

Police chief: I’ll call it a day next Christmas Aug 14 2008

CHIEF constable Richard Brunstrom plans to retire by the end of next year.Read

Medieval sword school to bring A-list stars to town Aug 14 2008

SUPERSTARS like Johnny Depp and Orlando Bloom could be crossing swords in Conwy if a unique project to set up a medieval fight school on the quay goes ahead.Read

Fast and furious furballs Aug 14 2008

CROWDS flocked to Betws-y-Coed on Sunday to see furry critters racing and performing as the popular Ferret Derby made a welcome return.Read

Quad bikers putting life of villagers at risk with speed Aug 14 2008

UNRULY quad bikers are making residents’ lives a misery in Old Colwyn and Llysfaen.Read

Work on roads Aug 14 2008

CARRIAGEWAY resurfacing works are to be carried out on the A5 trunk road at Pentrefoelas during September.Read

Llanrwst welcomes community appraisal Aug 14 2008

RESIDENTS and traders are being given the chance to shape the future of Llanrwst.Read

Bid to save post office Aug 14 2008

A MEETING in Llandudno has kick-started a campaign to save a post office under threat.Read

Breath-testing ploy winning war on under-age drinking Aug 14 2008

POLICE have hailed a breath-testing scheme targeting youngsters in the Colwyn Bay area a success and claim crime has been reduced.Read

Healthcare firm denies ‘targeting the elderly’ Aug 14 2008

A COMPANY offering people a pay-as-you-go stroke screening service has dismissed claims that it is targeting the elderly and vulnerable.Read

Hotel group bullish over jobs Aug 14 2008

HOTEL company Travelodge has hit back at suggestions it is likely to damage the local economy by saying it will offer a significant proportion of jobs to the long-term unemployed if it moves into Llandudno.Read

Elgan hits all the right notes

Elgan hits all the right notes Aug 14 2008

A TALENTED singer could emulate Michael Ball and become a Welsh-born star of the West End and Broadway after winning a major competition at the Cardiff National Eisteddfod.Read

New faces at an old favourite Aug 14 2008

A NEW landlady is in charge at Conwy’s most traditional pub.Read

First Responder Tomos receives top life-saver award Aug 14 2008

A CONWY Valley first aid volunteer has been given a top award for his life-saving skills.Read

Bejing trip by Paralympic sporting hopeful James Aug 14 2008

A KEEN sportsman from Rhos-on-Sea who has his sights set on competing in the London 2012 Paralympics is heading for Beijing to see how this year’s event is run and meet some of the people taking part.Read

Mixed response as village jail is ditched Aug 14 2008

CAMPAIGNERS against an 800-capacity prison in Llanfairfechan have breathed a sigh of relief after the village was ruled out as a possible site.Read

Stephen has 2012 glory in his sights

Stephen has 2012 glory in his sights Aug 14 2008

A KEEN-EYED member of Glan Conwy gun club has fired his way into the Wales clay shooting squad and now has one eye on Olympic glory.Read

The people who bank on helping community Aug 14 2008

A GROUP of young volunteers are in charge of a project which hands out money to youth organisations which benefit the community.Read

FIGHT CLUB Aug 14 2008

SUPERSTARS like Johnny Depp and Orlando Bloom could be crossing swords in Conwy if a unique project to set up a medieval fight school on the quay goes ahead.Read

Quad yobs causing danger on streets Aug 14 2008

UNRULY quad bikers are making residents’ lives a misery in Old Colwyn and Llysfaen.Read

Stroke screen firm slammed over £149 test Aug 14 2008

A COMPANY offering people in Conwy a pay-as-you-go stroke screening service has dismissed a claim that it is targeting the elderly and vulnerable.Read

Children embrace clean-up Aug 14 2008

PUPILS at Ysgol Cwstennin in Mochdre took part in a clean- up of the school yard as part of an environmental action day.Read

An apology to Cllr Steven Woolfe Aug 14 2008

IN an article headed “Councillor in expenses enquiry” published on October 4, 2007, we reported that Mr Woolfe resigned from Conwy County Council in disgrace and that an inquiry was underway into allegations that he had claimed £20,000 in allowances despite not attending council meetings for more than six months.Read

Medieval sword school to bring A-list stars to town Aug 14 2008

SUPERSTARS like Johnny Depp and Orlando Bloom could be crossing swords in Conwy if a unique project to set up a medieval fight school on the quay goes ahead.Read

An apology to Cllr Steven Woolfe Aug 14 2008

IN an article headed “Councillor in expenses enquiry” published on October 4, 2007, we reported that Mr Woolfe resigned from Conwy County Council in disgrace and that an enquiry was underway into allegations that he had claimed £20,000 in allowances despite not attending council meetings for more than six months.Read

Youth meet cricket heroes Aug 14 2008

BUDDING cricket players from Llanrwst were given a chance to see some of their favourite players over the weekend.Read

Give us our bench back Aug 14 2008

NO FEWER than 240 people have signed a petition demanding the return of a bench at Llanfairfechan.Read

1. Name the lead singer of Simple Minds. Aug 14 2008

2. Atomic, Heart of Glass and Denise were all hits for which pop group?Read

More than simply food for thought Aug 14 2008

MUCH anxiety surrounds food, even in societies like ours, where food is plentiful and starvation is rare.Read

Couple want money back after holiday flat let-down Aug 14 2008

DISAPPOINTED tourists are taking legal action to recover money they are owed for a holiday that never happened.Read

£775 for two cigs Aug 14 2008

A TAXI driver who twice lit up in her parked cab was left with a £775 bill.Read

College’s new graduates are in a class of their own Aug 14 2008

EXCEPTIONAL students celebrated at Coleg Llandrillo’s 15th annual graduation ceremony held at Venue Cymru in Llandudno.Read

AMs’ £400k expense bill Aug 14 2008

NORTH Wales AMs are among those claiming a total of more than £400,000 a year between them to subsidise second homes in Cardiff.Read

Locals take step back in time! Aug 14 2008

PUNTERS at the Royal in Colwyn Bay raised a glass as the landlord turned back time and officially reopened the side bar.Read

Healthcare firm denies ‘targetting the elderly’ Aug 14 2008

A COMPANY offering people a pay-as-you-go stroke screening service has dismissed claims that it is targetting the elderly and vulnerable.Read

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