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Tuesday 14 May 2024
A series of ‘no mow’ zones have been established across Bridgend County Borough to promote greater biodiversity, help wildflowers and pollinators to spread, and support local wildlife including butterflies, bees, birds and insects.
Monday 13 May 2024
To celebrate Foster Care Fortnight™ 2024, Foster Wales has launched a brand-new cookbook, entitled ‘Bring something to the table’ which will feature an exciting selection of mouth-watering recipes for readers to sample.
Wednesday 08 May 2024
Work to provide residents of Kenfig Hill with all-new primary school premises and modern community allotment facilities has made fresh progress.
Thursday 02 May 2024
The council is seeking local private landlords to participate in Welsh Government’s Leasing Scheme Wales as part of its strategy to address the current rise in homeless households across the county borough.
Wednesday 01 May 2024
Businesses across Bridgend County Borough are being invited to attend a Business Support Fair being organised by the council’s Economy team.
Wednesday 01 May 2024
Updated plans for the redevelopment of the Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl were unanimously approved this week by Bridgend County Borough Council’s development control committee.
Tuesday 30 April 2024
A bland, grey corridor, nestled between the business and art departments at Pencoed Comprehensive School, has been transformed into an inspiring space through an artistic collaboration between pupils and local graffiti artist, Tee2 Sugars.
Friday 26 April 2024
An official opening for the all-new community recycling centre in Pyle was held earlier this week and a number of local dignitaries along with Local Environmental Champions and award winners Aoife Dean and Kylan Williams were invited to explore the modern-day facility which will benefit the county borough for generations to come.
Friday 26 April 2024
Bridgend County Borough Council is awaiting revised guidance from Welsh Government over how a forthcoming review of 20mph speed limits will be carried out.
Thursday 25 April 2024
More local communities in Bridgend County Borough are set to benefit from the council’s Town & Community Council Capital Grant scheme following the latest round of applications.