Latest roadworks alert from one.network is:
02 July — 02 October
Delays unlikely - No carriageway incursion
Works location: The Sun Inn, 49 Regent Street, Llangollen.
Works description:
Scaffolding for painting works
Responsibility for works: Welsh Government
Current status: Planned work about to start
Works reference: SC567
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Wednesday, July 1, 2020
Roadworks alert for Llangollen
Campaign urges support for Welsh food and drink industry
Shoppers are being urged to show their support for key workers in Wales’ food and drink industry by taking part in a new online campaign #CaruCymruCaruBlas #LoveWalesLoveTaste.
It will launch on 3 July with a day of Welsh food and drink celebration providing people with an opportunity to thank those who are working around the clock to feed the nation during the coronavirus pandemic.
Two further Welsh Food & Drink Celebration Days are planned for August and September.
Producers, retailers and the hospitality sectors – were hit hard by the pandemic, with sadly, many businesses having to close overnight. But countless enterprises have shown incredible ingenuity and adaptability, and have kept on producing and providing goods under exceptional circumstances.
The #CaruCymruCaruBlas #LoveWalesLoveTaste is a Welsh Government campaign working in partnership with Menter a Busnes.
Lesley Griffiths, the Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs, said: "We have seen and heard many wonderful examples where individuals and businesses have stepped up to the challenges presented by Covid-19.
"Now we want to say a very public ‘thank you’ to all the key workers within our food and drink industry. They have continued to produce great food and keeping our nation fed throughout this unprecedented time.
"It is more important than ever that we support Welsh food and drink businesses. That’s why we are launching the #CaruCymruCaruBlas #LoveWalesLoveTaste campaign to encourage Welsh consumers to keep supporting our producers and retailers and buying high quality local Welsh produce.
"Producers and retailers have been downloading #CaruCymruCaruBlas digital packs in readiness for next month’s campaign launch.
"The #CaruCymruCaruBlas campaign follows on from the successful Welsh producers’ map created by Cywain - a programme dedicated to developing new and existing micro-businesses and SMEs in the Welsh food and drink sector.
"Welsh food and drink products are readily available to buy. Around 3,700 different products can be found on retailers’ shelves across Wales, and with numerous brands also available to buy online."
Cywain’s #SupportLocalSupportWales map directs shoppers to hundreds of Welsh food and drink producers and products at the click:
Elen Llwyd Williams, Menter a Busnes Director said: "There are hundreds of Welsh producers now selling online and offering safe delivery options to consumers.
"Consumers across Wales have provided fantastic support to local producers throughout the pandemic, and we need this to continue to ensure businesses survive.
!Cywain are supporting a number of businesses with their online presence, so new producers and products are added to the online map on a regular basis."
Speaking about the launch of #CaruCymruCaruBlas/#LoveWalesLoveTaste, Andy Richardson, Chair of the Food and Drink Wales Industry Board said: "Overall, the food and drink industry in Wales has shown itself once again to be resilient and creative in the face of crisis and vital to the UK economy as a whole. Covid-19 has presented challenges to the industry, but also opportunities - we know some businesses have been very badly affected, but some have prospered.
"Our role as a Board is to work with Welsh Government to address all these issues so Welsh Food and Drink can continue to grow as an industry. We know that markets have changed and consumers are more likely to shop online and crucially are more interested and invested in the provenance of their food; more connected with their locality.
"As we launch these celebration days we must remain confident to grow and focus on added value. We’ve seen producers diversifying their offering, helping the NHS and keeping the nation fed and we can continue to take huge pride in Welsh food and drink as we work together to recover from this crisis."
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Police scam warning goes out to firearms holders
Police are reminding firearms holders in North Wales to be on their guard against thieves posing as firearms licensing officers.
The warning comes after a firearms holder in another force area received a suspicious phone call.
The female claimed to be from the force’s Firearms Licensing Unit and said that someone would have to visit the property to inspect his security.
The firearms certificate holder wasn’t convinced that the call was genuine and enquiries with the force’s Firearms Licensing Unit revealed that no-one from the team had recently made contact with this individual.
Firearms Licensing Manager at North Wales Police, Andy Broadhead, said: “We are continuing to process grant and renewal applications and will contact applicants by telephone individually to discuss the most appropriate way of processing their application.
“We only visit by appointment and I would like remind applicants that if they are any doubt as to the identity of the members our team please ask for a name and photo ID for confirmation. If you are in any doubt, telephone 101.”
* For further information go to https://www.north-wales.police.uk/about-us/departments/firearms-licensing
Monday, June 29, 2020
Man's body found at Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, says report
According to a story in North Wales Live, police have confirmed that the body of a man has been found at Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.
Officers from North Wales Police were called to the landmark near Llangollen at around 10am today and discovered the man's body.
Large police presence at the aqueduct, says newspaper
A LARGE police presence is currently visible around the area of Pontcysyllte Aqueduct amid "concern for safety" of a person, according to the Oswestry Advetizer.
Over a dozen police cars and a police helicopter have been seen in the area, as well as an ambulance.
Operatic in the honours at amateur stage Oscars
* Helen Belton and Bill Hughes in Fiddler on the Roof.
* Celyn Orton-Jones (centre) in Fiddler on the Roof.
* Aled Morris (wearing red shirt) in Grease.
* The full Young 'Uns cast of Grease.
* Pictures by Barrie Potter and Michael Jones
Llangollen Operatic Society was
in the honours at the latest amateur stage “Oscars”.
In the 2019 NODA - National Operatic and
Dramatic Association – Awards, this year held completely online due to the Covid-19
situation, the society was nominated for Best Show (Wales and Ireland District
1a) for its production of Fiddler on the Roof.
Although it didn’t
win that particular category, actor Bill Hughes, who played the lead role of
Tevye in the show, landed Best Performer in the same district while Helen Belton, as his wife Golde, was nominated for
Best Supporting Performer and Celyn Orton-Jones, as his daughter Chava,
was nominated as Best Youth Performer.
The show, which was
performed at Llangollen last spring, was directed by Alison Ravenscroft and Chrissie Ashworth
with Leigh Mason as musical director and Helen Belton as a performer as well as
the producer.
Helen said: “It was a beautiful
show to rehearse and perform. Many cast members have said that it has been
their favourite show yet.
“It is a show of such warmth and
displaying such community that one cannot fail to feel that warmth amongst cast
members.
“Though we didn’t win best show,
we know we produced a very special piece of work which audiences loved.”
Director Alison Ravenscroft said: “Bill Hughes richly
deserved his award for his wonderful performance and I congratulate Helen and
Celyn for their nominations which are a massive achievement.
“Although I'm obviously very disappointed not to win the
Best Show award it doesn't take away from the fantastic effort of the cast,
crew and production team. It was a great show and I was very proud to bring the
village of Anatevka to Llangollen.”
In the same NODA awards Llangollen Operatic’s junior
section, The Young ‘Uns, was also in the honours.
For the Wales and Ireland District 1a, gong for Best Youth Production 2019 went
to its production of Grease at the town hall.
Best Supporting
Actor (under 21) for the same district went to Aled Morris for his portrayal of
Roger, one of the T-birds.
Producer Pam Williams said: “I’m
extremely proud to be part of an amazing production team which has again
produced an outstanding show for the Llangollen community and surrounding
areas.
“The group is now in its 40th
year, which is testament to all the support we get from the volunteers who
build our sets, create our costumes and keep our society alive.”
Sunday, June 28, 2020
Llan businesses plan their post-Covid comebacks
* One Giant Leap at Tan Y Graig Farm.
A number of Llangollen businesses this week took to Facebook to let the public know how they have made - or are planning - a comeback from coronavirus lockdown.
Martin Sands of One Giant Leap (OGL) downhill mountain bike club based at Tan Y Graig Farm posted: "I'm having loads of people asking when we are opening again. My answer is under guidance from British Cycling and the Welsh Government. Both sets of advice are subject to a continued decline in Covid 19 infection rates. This means that things may change at any time.
"The planned reopening date is 6th July for push/ride up or family groups only in one vehicle. No news on uplifts yet. Social distancing is essential and numbers will be restricted to facilitate this.
"Under the BC guidance I will need a record of every rider visiting us and contact numbers. Groups of more than six are not permitted although multiple groups are possible. All riders must be 2020 OGL club members with the 2020 yellow membership band and will need to book in before arrival.
"Please note that this is a farm with six bike tracks, not a bike park. I am privately funded and I do all the digging myself. I will not tolerate anyone who is not prepared to pay £20 per year membership fee. I have tackled so many people in recent weeks who claim they can ride my tracks whenever they want and don't need permission. They were suitably educated.
"Parking will be at the building I have restored in the photos. There is drinking water there and toilets. Hand sanitiser will be provided.There is also a free e-bike charging point."
* The Bridge End is planning its re-opening.
"We are sorry we have been quiet but as soon as we receive the latest updates from the Welsh Government you will all be the first to hear our plans to reopen as soon as possible!
"Our main priority is to be able to provide a safe environment for us to enjoy your company once more. We promise we will provide details of how you can book a table with us or stay in one of our rooms the second we know more.
"Thank you all so much for your phone calls and emails of support and eagerness to return to us – we are so excited to hopefully be able to open our doors to you again!
"From visitors far and wide to our much-loved regulars – we miss you and can’t wait to see you all soon!"
* Dayboats from Llangollen Wharf will be making a return soon.
Llangollen Wharf posted: "We are pleased to say that our Dayboats are available to hire from the 6th July in accordance with current guidance.
"Also the 45 minute Horsedrawn Boat Trips will also be running from the 6th July. There will be reduced capacity due to social distancing requirements so we recommend ringing the Wharf on 01978 860702 to book your seats. There maybe limited a availability on the day.
"We are looking forward to welcoming you back as we begin the long journey back to normality."
Rusty Gold Emporium was able to say that it had already made its post-Covid comeback when it posted: "Whoop. We are back. ..The Chapel Emporium is opening tomorrow at 10am.
"Lots of new stock to see with a number of new stall holders in place. Lots of room to move inside the Chapel and we’ve put all the bits in place to make you feel safe. It would be great to see our customers again. We’ve missed you... grab a bargain. Have a mooch. Have fun. Cheers Paul and the team."
And Llangollen Pharmacy, which has been open throughout lockdown, posted details of a new service when it said: "As of today Llangollen Pharmacy is trialling a new SMS text message service which enables us to inform you by text message when your prescription is ready for collection. If you would like to enrol onto this service please pop in or call us on 01978 860657."
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