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Save time, do it online!
You’re now able to access council services more quickly and easily than ever before thanks to MyAccount.
MyAccount is a personalised service for Wrexham residents, which safely stores your personal information and makes it easy for you to report environmental issues like dog fouling, potholes and fly tipping as well as manage your council tax bill and even apply for help towards school uniform costs.
It’s designed to save you time and make life easier.
And recently, some great new features have been added so now you can do even more, simply and easily online!
“Quick and easy for residents”
Cllr David Kelly, Lead Member for Planning and Corporate Services, said: “MyAccount makes it quick and easy for residents to report a number of issues and manage council tax and email preferences, safely and securely online.
“Whether it be managing your council tax, applying for help towards school uniform costs or reporting environmental issues, residents can do it all online. I would like to encourage everyone to sign up for MyAccount today”
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You can…
• Apply for help with buying school uniforms and equipment
• Sign up and pay for your council tax with direct debit
• Apply for a single person discount
• Apply for a vacant property exception
• Manage your email notification preferences from Wrexham Council
• Report fly tipping and potholes and add images
More than 12,000 people are already registered with MyAccount
Don’t have an account?
If you don’t have an account, you can register for a My Account here.
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You can login now to make a request and view your request history
My Account help
Myaccount@wrexham.gov.uk
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August 29, 2018
More wheelie boxes on the way
Recycling rates have done really well in Wrexham in the past few years.
Thanks to the efforts of all our residents, the amount of waste recycled in Wrexham hit 68% in 2017/2018 – which is fantastic.
We also know that our recycling wheelie boxes, first introduced in 2016, have proven a popular and convenient way of helping residents to recycle their household waste.
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At the moment, only around 16,000 of all homes in Wrexham use the wheelie boxes, with other homes using the original-style containers.
Luckily, there’s good news on the horizon…
2,800 new wheelie boxes
We’ve received £112,000 in funding from the Welsh Government to buy more recycling wheelie boxes.
This means we’ll have 2,800 additional boxes, ready to distribute throughout the county from Saturday, September 1.
The new roll-out is again based on the wheelie box trial we carried out in 2015, when about 200 boxes were tested at homes throughout the county borough.
The results from that initial trial showed that the boxes work well on bigger estates and areas with good access.
We’ve also spoken to other councils who’ve been using wheelie boxes for their input as well, so we can learn from those who’ve been using wheelie boxes longer than we have.
This roll-out will involve a small number of boxes covering areas such as New Broughton, Penley, Llwyn Onn Park, Ruabon, Marchwiel, Cartrefle, Garden Village, Acrefair, Rhos, Johnstown, Gwersyllt and Pontfadog.
“Even more improvements to recycling”
Cllr David A Bithell, Lead Member for Environment and Transport, said: “We’re grateful to the Welsh Government for this further investment into our recycling wheelie boxes, and with the further roll-out, about a quarter of all homes in the county borough will be covered by wheelie boxes.
“I’d also like to take this opportunity to thank all Wrexham residents once again for the enthusiasm with which they’ve embraced recycling. Thanks to them, we’ve been able to bring our recycling rates up to some really excellent levels, and with improvements like the further roll-out of wheelie boxes, that rate can only improve.”
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August 29, 2018
Books, tractors and glue
It is the last full week of the summer holiday and there is still plenty to do around the County Borough so why not make sure this last week is one to remember?!
August 29, 2-3pm
Books Inside Out at Wrexham Library
Booking essential, so give us a call on 01978 292603
50p
August 30, 1.30-3.30pm
Tractor Ride and Animal Trail at Ty Mawr
For more information contact tymawr@wrexham.gov.uk
£2.60
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August 31, 3-4pm
Fun Friday at Cefn Mawr Library
Simple crafts for small hands (under 8s)
50p
August 31, 4-4.30pm
Glue ‘n’ Stick Friday at Chirk Library
Craft for under 8s, no booking required.
FREE
AND REMEMBER…you can still take your children swimming for free at your local pool. Click here for the free swimming timetables.
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August 27, 2018
More world class live music on it’s way to Wrexham…
With a thriving music scene and a host of diverse venues and regular events, Wrexham has cemented it’s place as a top destination for watching live music.
This upcoming performance at Tŷ Pawb, working together with local music promotion collective, House of Lux, promises to be something really special.
We are delighted to announce that acclaimed American singer/songwriter, John Murry will be joining us for what promises to be an unforgettable evening.
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A unique and fascinating performer
If you’re not familiar with John’s work, his career got off to a flyer with his debut record, The Graceless Age, described as the “album of a lifetime” when it was released in 2012.
The album was listed by Uncut as one of the 10 best records of 2012. Mojo also included it in their 10 best albums of 2013, as well as The Guardian in their Top 50 of 2013 and American Songwriter in their Top 5 of 2013.
An extraordinary work of breathtaking scope and ambition, it came from nowhere and seemed to have set up John Murry as a major artist.
This early success was followed by an eventful and often tragic period in his life.
After a huge personal journey, John finally released his second full-length album in June of this year.
This new album, A Short History Of Decay, is an inspired and intensely personal document of an artist’s fall from grace.
The Quietus describe the new album as: “Pure Americana: music rooted in the tradition of folk, country, blues and rock, drawing on a heritage and culture familiar through nearly 100 years of film and music. It’s also the Southern Gothic novel Murry might have written had he followed his family’s path.”
His performance at Tŷ Pawb is part of a UK wide tour taking place over 2018.
An impressive line up of support acts
John Murry will be joined by two other fantastic acts.
Benjamin Folke Thomas is a London based singer/songwriter with some pretty impressive accolades:
“The missing link between Ingmar Bergman and Johnny Cash” – Uncut
“Some of the best guitar playing you’re ever likely to hear” – Q Magazine
“Stands out like Oliver Reed at an AA-meeting” – The Observer
Also on the bill will be Glove – a sonic and soul collaboration between artists Slosilver and Stephanie Finegan.
Glove have been described as “…oozing art, poetry and a musical brilliance that sets your mind racing and your heart pounding. They are dancing on the bones of rock and roll. Glove are the here and now. Glove are the future.” – Louder Than War.
Don’t miss this amazing night
- John Murry and guests will be performing at Tŷ Pawb on Saturday September 15.
- Doors open at 6.30pm
- Tickets are £12 each. Seating is limited so booking is highly recommended.
- Click here to book your tickets.
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August 26, 2018
A festival of film comes to Wrexham…
If you’re a fan of thought provoking, inspiring and original filmmaking, then you won’t want to miss this!
We are delighted to announce that Tŷ Pawb has been selected as one of the venues to host a film for the 2018 Watch Africa: Wales African Film Festival.
The festival celebrates the best of African cinema.
Launched in 2013, it provides a platform for African films, art and culture in Wales. It brings a wide-range of films covering areas across the continent, as well as engaging and interactive activities and events related to the festival.
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So what’s coming to Wrexham?
As part of the festival Tŷ Pawb will be showing the critically acclaimed, multi award winning film, I Am Not A Witch (2017), written and directed by Rungano Nyoni.
Following a banal incident in her local village, 8-year old girl Shula is accused of witchcraft. After a short trial she is found guilty, taken into state custody and exiled to a witch camp in the middle of a desert.
At the camp she takes part in an initiation ceremony where she is shown the rules surrounding her new life as a witch. Like the other residents, Shula is tied to a ribbon which is attached to a coil that perches in a large tree. She is told that should she ever cut the ribbon, she’ll be cursed and transformed into a goat.
A Q&A session will follow the screening, featuring Fadhili Maghila – who will talk about African cinema and Norbert Mputu – who will be discussing the theme of witchcraft.
A celebration of filmmaking
Tŷ Pawb’s Creative Director, Jo Marsh, said: “We are delighted to have been selected as one of the venues for this wonderful festival, celebrating African film, art and culture in Wales. It’s a great example of the kind of diverse cultural offering that Tŷ Pawb is able to bring to Wrexham and we are very proud to be able to present the film and host what promises to be a fascinating conversation to follow.”
How to get involved
- I Am Not A Witch will be shown at 6.30pm on Saturday, September 1.
- Tickets are £3.75.
- Click here to purchase your tickets in advance.
- For more information contact Tŷ Pawb on 01978 292144 or email typawb@wrexham.gov.uk
For more information on the Watch Africa: Wales African Film Festival, visit their website.
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August 25, 2018
Tŷ Mawr Country Park is a great place to visit
Tŷ Mawr Country Park is a wonderful place to spend a day…
Whether you love long walks, short walks, picnics, great views or farmyard animals – the park has it all covered!
Here’s a short video to show what your visit to Tŷ Mawr might look like.
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August 24, 2018
Good news as Ruabon High Street re-opens
Good news for bus users and drivers in Ruabon – Ruabon High Street has re-opened to traffic.
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Emergency gas pipe work began on the road late in the summer, but works are completed and the road is now re-open.
Cllr David A Bithell, Lead Member for Environment and Transport, said: “We know this has caused inconvenience to many, but the work was essential. The Council has notified bus operators and it is hoped they will resume their normal routes as soon as possible.”
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August 24, 2018
Looking for a great night out this September? How about this…
We are proud to announce the first comedy night to take place at Tŷ Pawb!
This September, we’ll be putting on a show of top notch, professional stand-up comedians from the national touring circuit.
It’s a perfect chance for a night of entertainment to leave you feeling uplifted!
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Who will be there?
We’ll be joined by the following talented performers:
Steve Harris
- Comedy circuit A-lister
- Support for Peter Kay, Lee Evans & Johnny Vegas
- “Quite simply.. fantastically funny” – BBC Website
Callum Oakley
- “A rising star…” – David Walliams.
- Britain’s Got Talent 2012 Star.
Sian Davies
- Finalist – Nandos New Comedian of the Year 2017.
- Finalist – Funny Women Stage Award 2018.
Kevin Caswell-Jones
- “Beautifully cynical and very funny indeed” – Kill for a Seat Comedy”
- “Imagine your Grandad was cool” – Hot Water Comedy Club, Liverpool
A top night of entertainment
- Our first comedy night takes place on Friday September 14 at 7.30pm.
- The bar will be open and a pre-comedy menu will be offered between 6.00pm-7.00pm courtesy of the wonderful Plât Bach.
- This is a ticket only event. Tickets are £10 each.
- Click here to book your ticket, or contact Tŷ Pawb box office on 01978 292144, email typawb@wrexham.gov.uk or pop in to buy your tickets at Tŷ Pawb, Market St, Wrexham, LL13 8BB.
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August 23, 2018
Meet Andy, ex-RAF serviceman, who’s Equipped for Life
The powerful photographic exhibition “Equipped for Life” is now open for everyone to take a look at in Tŷ Pawb.
The images show several ex service personnel and how they coped once they were in civvy street – a transition some found easier than others.
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“Meet former RAF serviceman Andy Matthews, from Wrexham”
There’ll be an official opening on Friday at 2.00pm when Andy Matthews, from Wrexham and ex RAF, will be on hand to chat with visitors. He’s one of the subjects in the photographs and after serving 14 years in the RAF he realised he wanted to do more in an advocacy role. He left the forces to take up studies at Glyndwr University here in Wrexham. He obtained a first class honours degree and an award for the most achieving student. Since leaving university he has started working for the third sector where he is Director of Operations.
Members of the public are more than welcome to attend this opening and have a chat with Andy. He’ll be available from 2pm on Friday in the Tŷ Pawb reception area by the Market Street entrance.
You can read further details here:
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August 23, 2018
Wrexham’s secondary school pupils are celebrating their GCSE results
GCSE students across Wrexham will be celebrating today following their achievements in the GSCE examinations. The percentage of pupils across the Borough achieving A* to C grades across all subjects has improved to compare favourably against all Wales figures.
Cllr Phil Wynn, Lead Member for Education, said: “Pupils should be very pleased with these results. They have worked very hard to achieve them, and deserve to be congratulated for their efforts.
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“Thanks are also due to the efforts of teachers and all school support staff, and parents and guardians as well.”
Ian Roberts, Head of Education, said: “Pupils at all levels of ability have worked incredibly hard to achieve these results, and thanks are due to all schools for the work they have put in and the level at which they’ve supported pupils.
“I wish the very best to all learners, as they look to the future in whichever path they have chosen.”
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August 23, 2018