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Views wanted over Porthcawl’s Waterfront Regeneration Masterplan
Thursday 20 November 2025
Residents of Porthcawl are invited to take part in a final round of public consultation over plans that could transform the seafront of Porthcawl and deliver a mix of fresh housing, new leisure and business opportunities, and a huge range of community facilities.
Schools celebrate success with awards for ‘Food and Fun’ programme
Thursday 20 November 2025
Schools in the county borough have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to the Food and Fun programme, winning a leading award at the tenth anniversary Gwobrau Bwyd a Hwyl / Food and Fun Awards, held at the Cornerstone in Cardiff
Significant progress made with Caerau wall insulation remedial works
Thursday 20 November 2025
Significant progress has been made with the Caerau wall insulation remedial works and all eligible registered properties have now had the previous insulation removed.
Air quality improvements continue on Park Street
Wednesday 19 November 2025
Nitrogen dioxide levels on Park Street in Bridgend town centre are continuing to fall following measures introduced by Bridgend County Borough Council to improve local air quality.
Nominations open for Bridgend County Borough Council’s Mayor’s Citizenship Awards 2026
Tuesday 11 November 2025
Nominations for Bridgend County Borough Council’s Mayor’s Citizenship Awards are now open, and local communities are being encouraged to nominate residents, groups or organisations who have made a positive contribution to life in Bridgend County Borough.
Support a local child this Christmas by donating to the Santa Appeal
Thursday 06 November 2025
Residents and businesses throughout Bridgend County Borough are being invited to help bring joy to vulnerable children and young people this Christmas by supporting the Santa Appeal.
Council encourages residents to ‘shop local’ and support independent businesses and events in the run-up to the festive period
Thursday 06 November 2025
The council’s annual ‘Spend Christmas in your town centre’ campaign has launched this week, bringing exciting seasonal shopping promotions and a packed calendar of festive fun for the whole family.
Coychurch Crematorium donates £10,000 to Tenovus Cancer Care
Wednesday 05 November 2025
Coychurch Crematorium has donated £10,000 to Tenovus Cancer Care as part of a national scheme that raises funds for a wide range of good causes across the United Kingdom.
Lido swimming pool and all-new funfair rides planned for Porthcawl as council reveals final regeneration proposals
Tuesday 04 November 2025
Proposals for creating a Lido swimming pool and all-new funfair rides to act as iconic new seafront landmarks have been revealed as part of the final regeneration masterplan for the Porthcawl Waterfront area.
Newton Primary School pupils shine at national songwriting competition
Tuesday 28 October 2025
A talented group of pupils from Newton Primary School, Porthcawl, have once again represented Wales on the national stage after being selected to perform at the UK Schools National Songwriting Competition in London for the second consecutive year.