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Author: Beth Rogers

Are you confused about how to apply for Universal Credit? This could help…
Wrexham Libraries have a new resource, which takes you through making a claim for universal credit as well as how to use the jobs portal.
It is an easy to use step-by-step guide that covers:
- Universal Credit – the process and how to apply
- Universal Jobmatch – learn basic computer skills, how to search for jobs, create and upload a CV
- Employability and Job Skills – interview skills and preparing for a new job
In addition to this, it can also also teach basic computer skills such as using a mouse. The site has some detail about preparing for an interview, CV writing tips and much more. Each section is broken down into modules and you can check to see which modules you have completed. This invaluable resource is available from the library’s web pages (follow the online services link) and can be accessed at home or in the library but you will need a valid library card to use it
Universal credit is a benefit to support you if you are working on a low income or are out of work. It is a monthly benefit to help with your living costs and you need to apply for it online.
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Useful, free resource
The guide is a useful, free resource that can aid people when trying to apply for universal credit. It can be accessed at home or in the library and takes you through the application process step-by-step. If you are struggling to make a universal credit application this online resource is definitely worth a look.
To access the guide you will need to be a library member. Membership of Wrexham’s libraries is free. You can join online HERE or you can pop into your local library. Please remember to take proof of your name and address.
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February 8, 2018
It’s Safer Internet Day! Here’s our top tips to stay safe online….
This blog post is written as part of a series of articles to promote Young Wrexham
The internet is a brilliant place to connect with others, to be creative and to discover new things. Safer Internet Day, celebrated globally, promotes the safe and positive use of digital technology for children and young people.
Here are some tips to help you to stay safe online:
- - Never give out your personal information online
  - Do not make online connections on social networking sites such as Facebook and Snapchat if you are unsure who the person is
  - Online friends are best kept online, meeting strangers can be very dangerous
  - People may not be who they say they are
  - Be wary of opening files from people you don’t know, they could contain a virus or unsuitable content
  - Be careful about what you write for everyone to see – a quick question to ask yourself before posting online is “would I print this on a t-shirt and walk down the street wearing it?”
  - Most social networking websites have privacy settings that you can change to make sure only your friends can see your profile
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Safer Internet Day offers the opportunity to highlight positive uses of technology and to explore the role we all play in helping to create a better and safer online community.
For more information on internet safety and other useful advice for 11-25 year olds, visit the Young Wrexham website
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February 6, 2018
Don’t let alcohol spoil your Six Nations!
The Six Nations championship is just around the corner. The first match kicks off with Wales playing Scotland on Saturday February 3rd at 2.15pm. You might be planning on heading to Wrexham to watch the rugby – which is fantastic! We want to ensure that everyone who does head into town has a safe and enjoyable time.
Therefore, we want to remind you that too much alcohol can turn a great night into a bad one. You can end up going home early, getting into trouble or getting hurt.
We are encouraging people to cut back on how much they drink at home before going out – so-called ‘pre-loading’ or “prinking” – as well as how much they consume when visiting bars, pubs and clubs in the town.
Plenty of people enjoy going out having a few drinks, but if you fail to recognise when it’s time to call it a night, a few drinks becomes too many drinks, your judgement can become skewed and you’re more likely to behave badly or get injured.
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Cllr Hugh Jones, Lead Member for Communities, Partnerships, Public Protection and Community Safety, said: “This is about reducing the strain on public services such as the police, ambulance staff and hospitals at a time when they are already under massive pressure.
“Alcohol-fuelled anti-social behaviour makes for a poor night-time economy and pub scene. Anything we and our partners can do to look at the causes of it and encourage people to curb it before it becomes a problem is a great help.”
Inspector Paul Wycherley said, “The #DrinkLessEnjoyMore campaign isn’t aimed at those who drink responsibly – it’s there to help identify the minority of people who have had too much alcohol and could end up being a danger either to themselves or others.
“People need to ask themselves whether they want their night to end early because they’ve been refused entry to a bar due to them having consumed too much alcohol too early.”
“Drink sensibly and enjoy watching the rugby with friends. Otherwise, you may ruin their night out too if they have to take you home early.”
Wrexham Council works in partnership with North Wales Police, Public Health Wales, the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB), the Area Planning Board, Glyndwr University and Coleg Cambria to deliver the #DrinkLessEnjoyMore campaign.
More Information
Anyone who wants more information about the possible harm caused by drinking can visit these websites:
nhs.uk/Livewell/alcohol
drinkaware.co.uk
Anybody who is concerned about their drinking can contact the DAN 24/7 Wales Drug & Alcohol Helpline on Freephone 0808 808 2234 or dan247
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January 26, 2018
Young People invited to Wrexpress Themselves
Creative young people living in Wrexham are invited to an evening of literature, music and art which will give them the chance to show their talents.
Wrexpression will show off just some of the output of creative young artists, musicians, photographers and writers living in Wrexham.
Aimed at young people aged between 13 and 20, the event will take place at Maesgwyn Hall, Mold Road, from 6pm until 9pm on Thursday, February 8.
Musicians Luke Gallagher, Verbatim and Off Topic will be performing on the evening, and the work of artists, photographers and writers will also be showcased.
The event is free, but we need to keep an eye on numbers – so make sure to get a ticket in advance.
You won’t have to pay anything – just show your ticket at the door on the night.
The event is non-alcoholic, with soft drinks and refreshments on offer.
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The event is jointly organised and funded by Fixers – an organisation which helps young people tackle issues in their day-to-day lives – Wrexham’s Youth Parliament Senedd yr Ifanc and Wrexham Council.
“Young people will have chance to express their true colours”
Toby Jones, Chair of Senedd yr Ifanc, said: “We want young people to come together, create a strong community and give young people of Wrexham the chance to express their true colours.”
Sian Rendell, Project Co-ordinator at Fixers, said: “This event has been created as a platform for young people to come together as a collective, share their experiences and explore ideas of how the voices of young people can be used to create positive change for others.
“Working with such a dedicated and enthusiastic group of young people from Sennedd yr Ifanc has been fantastic and we look forward to being a part of Wrexpression!”
Cllr Paul Rogers, Lead Member for Youth Services and Anti-Poverty, said: “This will be a great event for young people in Wrexham, and I hope it’ll be the first of many.”
For a ticket, get in touch with us by e-mailing youngvoices@wrexham.gov.uk; calling the Participation Team on 01978 317961; by popping in to The Vic Young People Centre in the town centre, or by getting in touch with Senedd yr Ifanc on Facebook (Senedd yr Ifanc) or Twitter (@WrexhamSenedd).
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January 26, 2018
Are you thinking of becoming self-employed? You don’t want to miss this…
Are you thinking of going self-employed but don’t know where to start? Then why not pop along to Wrexham Library on Wednesday 7th February, 1-2pm for a special Learning at Lunchtime event.
The informative session is specifically aimed at anyone who is thinking of becoming self-employed.
Discover the range of support services available to help you start your own business, the large majority of which are free of charge. Learn about regulations, grants, marketing opportunities and much more. The session is free of charge and will be delivered by local expert Gareth Hatton from Businessline.
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Councillor Terry Evans, Lead Member for Economy – Economic Development and Regeneration said, “This is the perfect opportunity for anyone thinking about becoming self-employed. Buisnessline is a fantastic, easily accessible resource and anyone with an interest in business should contact them for advice.”
What is Businessline?
Businessline, based on the first floor of Wrexham Library, is a professional and largely free business information service for anyone starting a business, already in business or studying business.
The resources and information will help you to:
– Make more effective decisions
– Save you time
– Save you money
The Businessline team has a wealth of experience, knowledge and qualifications in business and information management.
They can help:
– Business start ups
– Established businesses
– Students
– Job seekers
– Business Support Organisations
You can simply call in, telephone, email or post your enquiry to the team. Most services provided by Businessline are free of charge.
For more information…
Businessline
Wrexham Library
Rhosddu Road
Wrexham
LL11 1AU
businessline@wrexham.gov.uk
01978 292092
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January 25, 2018
A wizarding welcome awaits you at Wrexham Library!
Get ready to share the magic! Harry Potter Book Night, the most magical night of the year, returns on Thursday 1st February 2018.
Fans of all ages are invited to celebrate J.K Rowling’s wonderful series – and pass the magic on to young readers who have still to discover these unforgettable books.
An evening to celebrate everyone’s favourite wizard, Harry Potter, will be held at Wrexham Library on Thursday 1st February 3-6pm! This year’s theme is “fantastic beasts”, so come along and visit Hagrid’s hut and hunt down J. K. Rowling’s most interesting creatures in our treasure hunt. You can also win your own magic wand and take part in Harry Potter activities and quizzes.
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Waterstones will be at the library selling Harry Potter goodies, and there will be readings from the series throughout the afternoon. You can also meet the sorting hat; find out your wizarding name and which Hogwarts house you belong in.
Cllr Hugh Jones, Lead Member for Communities, Partnerships, Public Protection and Community Safety, said, “Wrexham Library’s third Harry Potter book night is set to be the best yet! Come along and celebrate the fantastic world of Harry Potter. Last year over 200 people attended the event, you really don’t want to miss it.”
This is a free event, all are welcome and under 8s must be accompanied by an adult.
Dressing up is not essential but encouraged
For more information please contact Emily Ashworth on 01978 292090
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January 24, 2018
Quick! Get your tickets for Wrexham’s Valentine’s Drive In Cinema
Get your popcorn ready! Wrexham’s iconic drive-in cinema is back for a Valentine’s special.
Tickets are now available for Wrexham’s drive-in cinema which will take place on Sunday February 11^th in Wrexham’s Waterworld car park.
The two romantic films being shown this year will be:
Beauty and the Beast (2017) 5.15pm
Ghost (1990) 8pm
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Did you know…
Beauty and the Beast
- Dan Stevens who plays the Beast had to dance on stilts in the iconic ballroom scene
- Belle’s blue dress was given pockets to hold her books. The costume designer purposefully designed pockets into Belle’s iconic blue dress so she could place her books in them!
- Beauty and the Beast was the biggest film of 2017 as well as being the biggest musical in UK box office history
Ghost
- The film out-grossed all other films released in 1990
- Ghost turned Demi Moore into the highest paid actress at the time
- Whoopi Goldberg won a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for role in the film
Tickets sell out fast so don’t miss out on this fantastic event. Popcorn on arrival for each car!
Entry is £15 per car. Tickets are available to buy from Wrexham Tourist Information Centre (open week days between 10am and 4pm) 01978 292015
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January 18, 2018
Shocking fly-tipping photos from across Wrexham …
Fly-tipping is the illegal dumping of waste. It can vary from a single bin bag to thousands of tonnes of waste. It can be dangerous, pollutes land and waterways and costs local authorities significant amounts of money to clear away.
Last year there were 288 recorded incidents of fly-tipping in Wrexham alone.

Cllr David A. Bithell, Lead Member for Environment and Transport said, “These photos show just some of the shocking instances of fly tipping from across the county. Fly-tipping is illegal and residents should ensure that if they have bulky items to dispose of they use a reputable company or the councils bulky waste collection service.”
If you have large amounts of rubbish to dispose of please ensure that you use a reputable company to do it on your behalf. The company acting on your behalf can not dispose of the items at our household recycling centres but must dispose of it at a private licensed facility.
Wrexham Councils Bulky Waste Collection Service…
You can also use Wrexham County Borough Councils bulky waste collection service. Bulky waste refers to items that are too large to be taken away with the normal refuse collection. This can mean items such as furniture, white goods and garden equipment. Up to eight items can be collected for a minimum charge of £40.50. Any additional item over eight items has an extra charge of £8.10 per item.
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We will take:
• Furniture (e.g. tables, chairs, suites, beds, mattresses, cabinets, desks, bookcases, wardrobes)
• White goods (e.g. fridges, freezers, cookers, tumble dryers, microwaves)
• Garden equipment (e.g. small lawnmowers, garden implements, garden tables and chairs, barbeques, bikes)
• Carpet (small amounts of carpet and underlay (off cuts of no more than 1 room size)
• Electrical and electronic equipment (e.g. computers, televisions)
The Council only offers a kerbside collection of garden/organic waste in the green bin, we do not offer any further collection services for green waste, soil or rubble.
Bulky collections are normally made on your next collection day providing that a notice of 2 working days is given. More information about bulky collections can be found here
Our Household Recycling Centres
• Bryn Lane Household Waste Recycling Centre is open 8am – 8pm every day of the year apart from Christmas Day
• Plas Madoc and The Lodge Household Waste Recycling Centres are open 9am – 4pm
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January 12, 2018
It’s time to take down your Christmas tree – But where can you recycle it?
With the approach of the Twelfth Night, lots of people will be busy taking down their Christmas decorations.
But, did you know that you can use council services to properly dispose of your real (non- artificial) Christmas trees?
Trees can be cut up into small pieces and placed in green recycling bins or can be taken to any of the three household recycling centres.
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Cllr David A. Bithell, Lead Member for Environment and Transport, said: “We hope everyone takes advantage of our facilities and recycling services and disposes of their Christmas trees responsibly”
• Bryn Lane Household Waste Recycling Centre is open 8am – 8pm every day of the year apart from Christmas Day
• Plas Madoc and The Lodge Household Waste Recycling Centres are open 9am – 4pm
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January 5, 2018
A few soggy sprouts leftover this Christmas? Your food caddy will love them!
Lots of people overindulge at Christmas time, your portion sizes may be a bit larger than usual and as a result, there’s bound to be some food waste. We are asking you to think twice before putting those leftovers into your general waste bin.
A great way you can prevent food waste is to cook with your leftovers…think risottos, curries, soups and stews.
Looking for inspiration? The Love Food Hate Waste website has some great recipe ideas!
On the big day all of those peelings from brussel sprouts, potatoes, parsnips, carrots along with any turkey bones can all be put in your food waste caddy. Any leftover plate scrapings can all be put in the caddy too.
Did you know you can even put any raw, out of date and cooked food into your food waste caddy? Just make sure that no packaging makes it into the caddy because it affects the quality of the compost.
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It’s Simple!
Just put your kerbside caddy out each week, at the same time as your other recycling containers.
And the best bit…..all the food waste is turned into compost, which can be collected free of charge by Wrexham residents when using one of the Household Waste Recycling Centres at Bryn Lane, The Lodge or Plas Madoc!
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December 26, 2017