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Friday 15 November 2024
Bridgend County Borough Council’s Assia Domestic Abuse Service and South Wales Police have collaborated to host a 5k family fun run, titled ‘Run for Change: End the Violence’, with the support of Raw Performance Fitness Centre. The event is planned for 30 November, at Newbridge Fields, Bridgend, in a bid to raise awareness of White Ribbon and funds to support Assia.
Friday 15 November 2024
Bridgend County Borough Council has confirmed that the all-new Porthcawl Metrolink will open its doors on Monday 18 November 2024.
Wednesday 13 November 2024
This week sees the launch of the council’s annual ‘Spend Christmas in your town centre’ campaign, which encourages people to ‘shop local’ and support independent businesses and events in the run-up to the festive period.
Monday 11 November 2024
Following the careful consideration of a panel consisting of Bridgend County Borough Council’s Cabinet Members and officers, communities across the county borough are set to benefit from the second round of Town and Community Capital Grant funding to support proposed projects.
Tuesday 05 November 2024
Tyrone Hughes, Post-16 Education, Training and Employment Officer with Bridgend County Borough Council’s Youth Justice Service, was recently one of five shortlisted finalists for the Outstanding Contribution to Pastoral Care Award with the National Association of Pastoral Education (NAPCE).
Friday 01 November 2024
Bridgend County Borough has this week been named as the best performing local authority in Wales for recycling.
Tuesday 29 October 2024
People across Bridgend County Borough are being asked to help bring a smile to a vulnerable child or young person this Christmas by donating to this year’s Santa Appeal.
Monday 28 October 2024
Nitrogen dioxide levels on Park Street in Bridgend town centre are continuing to fall following actions which have resulted in significant improvements in local air quality.
Friday 25 October 2024
New plans have been developed by Bridgend County Borough Council outlining how the authority intends to prevent invasive plants and wildlife from damaging local habitats, buildings, roads and other infrastructure.
Thursday 24 October 2024
Members of Bridgend County Borough Council have received assurances from Paul Mears, Chief Executive of Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, regarding moves to manage potential disruption as a result of structural problems with the roof at the Princess of Wales Hospital.