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Wonders of Wrexham goes on tour
‘I didn’t know that was there!’
‘Where is that?’
‘That is a lovely picture, but I have never heard of it!’
When we asked you to send photographs from around the County Borough to put together the Wonders of Wrexham Calendar, we told you we wanted to see Wrexham’s hidden gems – and you didn’t disappoint.
But we have heard rumblings that there are some gems that have been really well hidden and some residents don’t know they were there! So, why not grab your calendar and start exploring?
If you haven’t seen the calendar yet, make sure you grab a copy from the Tourist Information Centre, library or museum and you will find 12 truly fantastic, local images. They cost £3 each or two for £5.
Whether you want to start off with Acton Park, Bersham Woods waterfall or the Anna Maria Peel Memorial Chapel in Overton, there are some beautiful places to visit and you may just find a gem that you didn’t even know was there.
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January 10, 2018
Consultation on charging for parking for Blue Badge holders and Country Parks visitors to go ahead
At this morning’s Executive Board members agreed to consult on their plans to introduce car parking charges for Blue Badge Holders with a one hour additional time concession.
The proposals were part of the Difficult Decisions consultation held at the end of last year and respondents were broadly supportive of the proposal.
Cllr David A Bithell, Lead Member for the Environment and Transport, said: “These are very austere times for local government and we do not make these decisions lightly. The consultation will begin at the end of January for one month and I would encourage anyone affected to take part.”
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There are only plans to charge for council run car parks, other parking benefits allowed to Blue Badge holders are not affected. These are:
Exemption from on-street limited waiting parking bay restrictions such as those found on Chester Street, Town Hill and Egerton Street.
Parking on single/double yellow lines up to 3 hours.
Access to unrestricted parking provision on High Street, Wrexham
Access to town centre Monday to Friday up to 11.30am and after 5pm
Access to the town centre on Saturday to 09.30am and after 5pm
Access to the town centre on Sundays up to 13.00pm and after 5pm
A further consultation will also be held on the introduction of parking charges at Alyn Waters, Ty Mawr and Nant Mill.
The proposals are for a daily charge of £1 from 3 April and a £50 season ticket at a cost of £50 per year.
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January 9, 2018
First arts exhibition for Tŷ Pawb announced
Tŷ Pawb, the new multi-million pound markets, community and arts facility in the heart of Wrexham, will open with festivities for Dydd Llun Pawb on April 2.
We’re now pleased to announce the first exhibition, which will launch Tŷ Pawb’s rolling program of arts and cultural events.
Is this Planet Earth? will come to Tŷ Pawb from April 2 to June 24.
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Made up of the work of ten different artists, the exhibition will explore what the earth might look like in future, with a strong focus on environmental and ecological changes. The exhibition will feature Wrexham-specific artwork, along with some pieces looking at global themes.
Is This Planet Earth? will appeal to science-fiction fans and people interested in the environment.
But we’re keen to attract anyone who’s interested in the arts in Wrexham, and anyone who’s taken an interest in Tŷ Pawb during its development, as the exhibition will also be an excellent chance to showcase the capabilities of the new gallery and arts spaces.
“Significant milestone”
Cllr Hugh Jones, Lead Member for Communities, Partnerships, Public Protection and Community Safety, said: “Is This Planet Earth? will mark a significant milestone in Wrexham’s arts history, a moment we have been building towards for a number of years.
“More importantly, the exhibition will be something for the whole of Wrexham to celebrate and be proud of as we open Tŷ Pawb to the world.
“An ambitious exhibition of contemporary art, it will show off the excellent new galleries whilst addressing important contemporary concerns. This reflects Tŷ Pawb’s commitment to discussing social and civic issues through the visual arts.
Following Is This Planet Earth?, Tŷ Pawb will exhibit a touring exhibition from the Arts Council Collection.
These exhibitions will be followed later in 2018 by the return of the Wrexham Open in collaboration with THIS Project – a community of artists, arts organisations, creative individuals, and bodies that support the arts and culture in Wrexham – spanning both the Tŷ Pawb and Undegun galleries.
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January 8, 2018
Ladies’ golf sessions start tomorrow (09.01.18)
Any of you ladies fancy having a go at golf?
If so tomorrow night (Tuesday 9 January) may be your opportunity to tee off into a new sport as ladies Golf Tasters sessions start at Ysgol Morgan Llwyd at 6.00 pm.
The sessions are free and are suitable for beginners and are inclusive of all abilities.
Indoor equipment will be provided.
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There are four free sessions and if it goes well you can sign up for a further five weeks for £5.00 a session at Wrexham Golf club.
For further enquiries or booking please contact Terri Ritchie, 01978 297362 or email terri.ritchie@wrexham.gov.uk.
The sessions are part of Get Out Get Active and funded by Spirit of 2012
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January 8, 2018
There’s good news for people who used the 146 bus to Whitchurch
There’s good news for people who used the 146 bus to Whitchurch. It will run again from Monday and will be operated by Pat’s Coaches. The timetable remains the same.
Cllr David A Bithell, Lead Member for Environment and Transport, said: “This news will I’m sure be welcomed by people who use this service and I would like to thank officers for their time and commitment in securing alternative providers since the closure of D Jones and Son.”
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January 5, 2018
Monday night is ladies’ night
As part of the Get Out Get Active (GOGA) programme ladies in Wrexham are being offered the chance to take part in fun and free sporting sessions that are taking place at local leisure and activity centres from Monday 22 January for 10 weeks.
The programme is funded by the Spirit of 2012 which is the London 2012 legacy charity. Established by The Big Lottery Fund to fund community projects across the UK that bring people together.
During the 10 weeks at Queensway Stadium ladies can take part in gym sessions between 6.30 and 8.30 which includes a free induction and there’s also and opportunity to take part in the 0-5k Walk to Run sessions between 7.30 and 8.30. You’ll need to book in advance to confirm your place on 01978 355826.
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Gwyn Evans in Gwersyllt is offering gym sessions between 7.00 and 8.00 and ladies only swimming between 8.00 and 9.00. You can contact the centre on 01978 269540.
At Waterworld in the town centre there’s gym sessions between 6.30 and 8.30 and ladies only swimming between 8.00 and 9.30. You can contact Waterworld on 01978 297300.
Chirk leisure and activity centre is offering an Aquafit programme between 7.15 and 8.00 pm and Clubbercise between 7.30 and 8.15 pm. To contact them telephone 01691 778666.
All the activities are available to ladies in Wrexham regardless of physical ability.
For further information on any of the above or to book a place please contact Terri Ritchie, 01978 297362, @GOGAWrexham, or email terri.ritchie@wrexham.gov.uk
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January 5, 2018
Are you a member of the fastest growing club in Wrexham?
It may sound like rubbish but being a member of the “Bin Reminder Alert” club means you’ll never miss a bin collection again and you’ll always know which bin to put out alongside your recyclables.
Between the beginning of December and the beginning of January a massive 1454 of you signed up on our website simply by entering your email address and post code onto our website. There’s now 8840 households in total receiving reminders.
Having a bin reminder means never missing a collection as you will receive an email the day before your collection is due which will tell you which bin to put out along with your recyclables.
The majority of those who signed during this time did so by following a link such as the one below – if you haven’t already signed up for a bin alert reminder then why not do so now?
NEVER MISS A BIN COLLECTION – SIGN UP FOR WEEKLY EMAIL REMINDERS NOW.
Cllr David A Bithell, Lead Member for Environment and Transport, said: “The majority of households have access to the internet and this is a great little online tool that can be used by them. It’s free to use and also takes into account the changes for Christmas collections which can be the most problematic for us and for our residents.”
January 5, 2018
Cash available for sports groups – don’t miss out!
Do you run a sports group? Are you involved in running one?
If you are, you shouldn’t miss out on this.
Another round of applications for Community Chest funding from Sports Wales is open, with applications closing on Wednesday, January 17.
There are loads of sporting groups in Wrexham, offering the chance to take part in sports such as football, rugby, boxing, athletics, tennis and many more.
Are you a member of one of these many community sporting groups?
If so, you shouldn’t miss the chance to get some extra funding, which could help you with everything from equipment to training.
The programme has already seen more than £50,000 given to groups since April last year.
And if your group specifically promotes sports for women or girls, disabled participants or social inclusion, you could be able to access even more money.
Sports can “bring people together”
Cllr Paul Rogers, Lead Member for Youth and Anti-Poverty, said: “There are a lot of good sports and athletics groups out there which do excellent work in their community.
“They’re not just helping people to get fit and stay fit – they’re also helping to bring people together, give them a chance to make new friends and socialise.
“I’d encourage any sports groups who think they could benefit from grant support to get in touch and take advantage of this opportunity.”
For more information, contact Louise Brady, Active Wrexham Assistant Manager at Wrexham Council, on 01978 297359 or by e-mail at louise.brady@wrexham.gov.uk.
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January 5, 2018
Innovative sci-tech business moves to Wrexham
Aparito specialise in providing wearable devices and disease-specific mobile apps to provide remote patient monitoring outside of the hospital environment.
Having been based in London for the past few years Aparito were looking to expand and Wrexham Council’s Business & Investment team helped them to identify potential premises, took them around with the agents, introduced them to Welsh Government sector and innovation leads and even provided contacts for office furniture to help get them up and running.
The company employs top IT and health professionals developing smart, portable and attractive devices and applications that are suitable for patients of all ages from small children to active teenagers and even frail elderly patients.
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Aparito have now moved into a unit on the Wrexham Technology Park, and during the summer the Business & Investment team were delighted to share their office and provide the Aparito team with desk space whilst the new office was being made ready for them to move into.
“…an exciting adventure…”
Dr Elin Haf Davies, CEO of Aparito commented: “I was born in Wrexham, both me and our CIO Chris Tyson are Welsh, and even though it’s been over 20 years since we left Wales we were both very excited about opening an office in Wales.
“We hope that this is the start of an exciting adventure for Aparito in Wales.
“The expansion in Wrexham means we are centrally located in the UK and can better serve the many organisations that we are working with to deliver this exciting health care development and we were extremely grateful for all the help and support we have had from the Wrexham Business & Investment Team.”
Wrexham Council’s Lead Member for Economy – Economic Development and Regeneration, Councillor Terry Evans, said: “We are delighted that this innovative company has chosen to move into Wrexham.
“We have been able to provide a range of support, including the sourcing of a great office on the Wrexham Technology Park, and look forward to seeing Aparito grow and contribute to the economy of Wrexham.”
Find out more about how the Business & Investment Team could help your business:
01978 667000
business@wrexham.gov.uk
@WxmBizSupport
Find out more about Aparito: www.aparito.com / @aparitohealth
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January 4, 2018
Aqueduct to be closed for maintenance work
In order to carry out maintenance works to Telford’s magnificent aqueduct it’s going to be necessary to close it for a short time.
This will happen from the 8 January to 9 February 2018. the aqueduct will be closed to pedestrians at all times and will be closed to boats Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm but will be open before and after these times during daylight hours and will remain open on Saturdays and Sundays.
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The closures are to protect the public whilst the maintenance works are undertaken safely by the Canal and River Trust and we’d like to thank you for your patience whilst they take place.
January 4, 2018