According to a story in the Denbighshire Free Press, there has been a sighting of a "big cat" near Llangollen's Valle Crucis Abbey.
The article says: "In the latest report, made to Puma Watch North Wales, a man described seeing a mystery animal stalking the edge of a field near Valle Crucis Abbey."
* For the full story, see: https://www.denbighshirefreepress.co.uk/news/19031914.witness-describes-seeing-big-cat-walking-along-edge-field-llangollen/
A total of £26,000 is available to support activities and initiatives spreading awareness about dementia throughout the county.
The grant is open to the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector, town and community councils, small businesses and individuals in Denbighshire.
DVSA says: "Due to the
#COVID19 public health emergency there is an urgent need for additional support
for voluntary and community groups, town and community councils, social
enterprises and small business but also individuals who work to spread
awareness about dementia or who support people living with dementia and their
carers.
"DVSC saw many dementia awareness projects and programmes come to a standstill due to restrictions and lockdown. Rethinking and redefining delivery often comes with a cost. Denbighshire Voluntary Services Council now wishes to support these renewed projects."
Lisa Williams, Finance & Business Manager at DVSC, explained: "We are also looking forward to learn about new initiatives that can benefit from our Dementia Aware Denbighshire Community Led Grants.
“The ultimate aim is to continue to spread dementia awareness throughout Denbighshire and beyond with a response that is safe, effective and boosts community spirit.”
The Dementia Aware Denbighshire Grants have been enabled by funding from the Welsh Government Integrated Care Fund.
DVSC has a total of £26,000 to distribute to support voluntary community action across the county.
Grants up to £2,000 are available for Voluntary and Community Groups, Third Sector Organisations, social enterprises and small businesses (less than 100 employees) who operate in Denbighshire. Individuals can apply for grants up to £250.
Lisa added: “Its purpose is to enable community led activity raising awareness about dementia in local communities.
"Grants are available for events, activities and training sessions, which can raise awareness about dementia and encourage people to turn awareness into action and improvement in their communities or for alternative delivery of existing programmes.
"We are operating a rapid
grant decision-making process with applications being considered on a rolling
basis until funds are disbursed.”
* To apply
for the grant, fill out DVSC’s online
application for groups and businesses here or for
individuals here.
If you want
advice and guidance you contact DVSC’s bilingual Community Support team member,
Rhys@dvsc.co.uk or call him on 01824 702441.
Snow has just started to fall across the town and the forecast for the rest of Sunday is for more of the same.
Residents in Denbighshire are being thanked for following coronavirus regulations during the current lockdown.
Cases of
coronavirus in Denbighshire are still high due to the new variant which is more
transmittable, but numbers are starting to fall.
In the week
ending Jan 17 there were 266 new cases in the county, with the main setting for
transmission being within households, and the number of positive cases per
100,000 people was 362 (between January 7 and 13).
Cllr Mark
Young, Denbighshire County Council’s Lead Member for Planning, Public
Protection and Safer Communities, is urging residents to remain vigilant to
help reduce the spread of the virus, protect their families and reduce the
strain on the NHS.
He said:
“Since the new year we have seen high levels of coronavirus cases across all
ages in our communities but the impact of lockdown is starting to see these
figures stabilise. This is due to a huge effort from our residents who are
following guidance and continuing to do their part to keep the most vulnerable
members of our communities safe. On behalf of the Council I would like to thank
residents for their efforts.
“However, with
the new variant we are seeing an increase in household transmission and it is
important we continue to follow the rules from Welsh Government during Alert
level 4.
“This includes
following social distancing rules, working from home if you can, to stay at
home and not to travel without reasonable excuse.
“The vaccine
offers us hope for the future but it is important those who have had the first
dose continue to follow the rules as they can still catch and spread the virus
without showing severe symptoms.
“Those working
with the vulnerable and in healthcare setting who have had the vaccine need to
continue to wear PPE after their first dose.”
Latest column from Denbighshire Citizens Advice is:
Q: I’ve fallen behind on my bills and the debts are building up, and there’s Christmas on top of this. I don’t know where to start?
A: You’ve
already taken a great first step by asking for help, and it’s important to know
you don’t need to face this alone. You can contact
your nearest Citizens Advice for help.
In
the meantime here are four steps you can take to get started:
If you have any money left after paying
priority debts, but not enough to make your usual payments on other debts,
consider getting advice on the best way for you to start getting on top of
them. Or contact your creditors and offer them what you can afford to pay.
We know it can feel very daunting to deal with debt, but having a plan really helps and our team will be here to help you each step of the way.
As part of the Welsh Government's policy of spreading the roll-out of the Covid-19 vaccine to GP practices, Llangollen Health Centre held a busy vaccination session today.
The centre was aiming to give the inoculation to around 350 people in the over-80 age group from 10am this morning until 2pm this afternoon.
Despite the wintry weather, which came complete with flurries of snow, a steady stream of people turned up for their jabs by prior appointment.
Once again traffic management on the centre's two car parks was taken care of by the volunteers of Llangollen Tidy Town Team under the direction of David Davies.
Llangollen Coronavirus Support group founder Cat Meade has told a heart-warming story which shows the town's strong sense of community spirit.
Yesterday evening she posted on the group's Facebook page: "I went to Aldi to get some bits for those we are helping, bulking up on cup of soups, pot noodles, snack and drinks.
"While going through the checkout the lady asked why I was buying such foods, I explained for those we are supporting with maybe only a kettle for various reasons, she asked what she could do to help.
"So I explained we have a collection point on Abbey Road, Recollections Ltd, should anyone be able to help. As I pulled out my card to pay she swiped the machine with a card from her phone, oh I thought 'staff discount' thanks! No!! she said, 'I want to pay for this shop to help.'
"This resulted in both of us in tears.
"What a wonderful person. She was touched by our conversation and wanted to help! Amazing kind hearted gesture Tracy Griffin.
"Always happy when you see her in Aldi, a credit to the shop, one of our own, once again helping.
"I am overwhelmed daily by the community care and spirit we have here in Llangollen. This past week YOU have provided all housing needs to 2 families, supported others with clothes and helped donate to this very important need of food and drinks.
"What a fantastic bunch you all are, my heart-warming thanks to each and every one of you.
"A BIG shout of THANKS to Kelly's Chippy, Dee Pizza, Adyan's Tandoori Restaurant and Llangollen Pizza & Kebab who have all donated hot food this week."
