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  • Dementia Interpreter Course – Booking Essential

    Dementia Interpreter Course – Booking Essential

    Do you live in Wrexham or work with people living in Wrexham? Would you like to understand how to better communicate with people living with dementia?

    The dementia interpreter course is designed to help people understand how to communicate with people with dementia and to recognise that some behaviours are often a way of telling us something.

    By understanding this behaviour, we can then reduce the frustration that losing the ability to talk can cause.

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    The course will delve into the impact of communication issues on an individual and on a group – not only from your perspective but from the person’s perspective as well. You will learn new techniques to help understand the simple changes you need to make to understand a person and you will gain skills to decipher behaviours and enable you to understand what someone is “saying”.

    There are two sessions available per day at each venue: 09.30am – 12.30pm or 1.30pm – 4.30pm

    This training is available specifically for people living in Wrexham or working with individuals living in Wrexham.

    Course dates – booking essential

    19 & 22 September 2022:
    Enterprise Hub, Queens square, Wrexham, LL11 1AT

    21 September 2022 – Fully booked
    Crown Buildings, 31 Chester Street, Wrexham, LL13 8BG

    23 September 2022:
    Phoenix Homecare and Support, Wrexham, LL11 4YL

    For more information, please contact:
    commissioning@wrexham.gov.uk
    To book your place: Ffôn: / Tel: 01978 292000

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  • Da iawn (well done) to all this year’s A level students, who have achieved some great results.

    Da iawn (well done) to all this year’s A level students, who have achieved some great results.

    Cllr Phil Wynn, Lead Member for Education, said: “Pupils receiving their results today should be very proud of their achievements. “I would like to extend my thanks to our dedicated teaching staff, parents and guardians who have supported the pupils over many years to reach today’s milestone. Thank you and well done.”

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    Karen Evans, Wrexham’s Head of Education said: “Congratulations to Wrexham sixth form students as they celebrate their A level and Welsh Baccalaureate results. “Whether moving on to further education, training or employment, on behalf of Wrexham Council I would like to wish you all the best of luck in your future education and career paths.”

    GwE the North Wales regional school improvement service working alongside and on behalf of the North Wales local authorities said: “The 6 North Wales Local Authorities and GwE would like to congratulate all Year 12 and 13 learners on their achievements this year.

    “We would like to wish all young people the very best for the future and acknowledge the support they have received from their schools, families and local authorities through the challenges of the last few years which have been unprecedented.”
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  • Voting open! Two of Wrexham’s parks nominated in UK’s Favourite Park competition

    Voting open! Two of Wrexham’s parks nominated in UK’s Favourite Park competition

    Fields in Trust is celebrating the nation’s parks and two of Wrexham’s parks have been nominated!

    Bellevue Park and Haywards Field are among the 364 parks and green spaces in the running to be awarded UK’s Favourite Park 2022.

    Our local parks have acted as a sanctuary for so many of us over the past few years and the UK’s Favourite Parks award celebrates the contributions these spaces deliver for our neighbourhoods and communities.

    Lead Member for Environment, Councillor Hugh Jones said, “It’s great news that two of our fantastic parks in Wrexham have been nominated for this award. Green spaces are important for everyone and are vital to our wellbeing. I would like to encourage everyone to support our parks and vote in this nationwide public vote organised by green space charity, Fields in Trust.”

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    Fields in Trust Chief Executive Helen Griffiths said: “We’re absolutely delighted to see that hundreds of parks and green spaces have been nominated up and down the country. It is heartening to hear the individual stories of significance for these spaces and this process has only emphasised the collective importance of having natural areas in our communities. Our nation’s parks have been so important during the pandemic, and it is vital that we celebrate them to help ensure they are protected for future generations. Our children and grandchildren deserve to have the same access to green space that we do, and benefit from the contribution local green spaces make to our health, our wellbeing, our environment, and ultimately our futures.”

    UK’s Favourite Park 2022 – Vote now! 

    Voting is now open at the fields in trust website and will close at noon on Thursday 18th August 2022. The parks with the most votes in each of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland will be named National Favourites and the overall winner the UK’s Favourite Park 2022.

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  • Keeping children safe online

    Keeping children safe online

    Guest Article – Hwb

    Our children are spending more time online whether for school, gaming or to keep in touch with friends and family. There are so many benefits to being online but we know there can be some downsides too.

    It’s important that children and young people understand how to keep as safe as possible – and know where to go if something goes wrong. It’s just as important for parents and carers to understand this too.

    That’s why we’ve worked with leading organisations and experts in online safety to create a whole range of relevant, straightforward information and advice on the Keeping Safe Online area of Hwb.

    There’s specific information for parents and carers including guides that cover what you need to know about the most popular social media and gaming apps children are using today.

    There are also links signposting where to go for confidential advice and support as well as information about how to report any issues.

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  • The Royston Club perform as part of a busy events calendar in September

    The Royston Club perform as part of a busy events calendar in September

    ‘We Rise Together’ was used as our tagline for the City of Culture 2025 competition.

    The competition, slogan and colourful campaign was about using culture to raise the bar on our ambitions and aspirations.

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    Although we were not awarded the title for 2025, the momentum and progress generated by being part of the competition has continued with an increased knowledge and confidence of the diverse cultural offering in Wrexham.

    We have a vibrant arts and music scene, an amazing football club (with amazing owners), a World Heritage Site, world-class businesses and lots of strong and passionate communities.

    We’ve also seen other successes, such as Tŷ Pawb becoming a finalist of the Art Fund Museum of the Year 2022 award and city status announced for Wrexham, the official letters patent confirms city status from the 1st September 2022

    We continue to rise together as a community and use our unique Wrecsam culture as a catalyst for positive changes as we look towards a busy month of weekend events in September, including:

    Saturday 3rd September:

    • The Reaffirmation of the Freedom of the Borough to the Royal Welsh. Llwyn Isaf 11am.

    Saturday 10th September:

    • Invited Guest service in St Giles Church to celebrate the award of City Status. St Giles Church 12pm.
    • Wrexham AFC v Maidenhead Utd FC. The Racecourse 3pm.
    • Live music from The Royston Club plus guests. Llwyn Isaf from 12pm until 8pm.

    Saturday 17th September:

    • Wrexham City Fun Day. Activities throughout the city centre for all the family.

    Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th September

    • Wrexham Feast food festival. Waterworld car park from 10am.
    • Wrexham AFC v Torquay United. The Racecourse 3pm.

    With the ‘Welcome to Wrexham’ documentary covering the Wrexham AFC takeover broadcasting soon on streaming services around the globe there’s likely to be even more focus on the region and Wrexham AFC.

    Cllr Mark Pritchard, Leader of Wrexham County Borough Council said: “Working together with our partners we are keen to see Wrexham City and Wrexham County thrive and grow, making the best of every opportunity that comes our way.

    “We are keen to explore the many opportunities that becoming the Capital City of North Wales will bring.

    “We have also agreed that with our partners we will develop our cultural offering as we head towards reapplying for City of Culture in 2029.

    “The events schedule for September will showcase what we do well in Wrexham.”

    Cllr Nigel Williams, Lead Member for Economy & Regeneration said: “We have already secured levelling up funding for the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct area and are waiting to see if we are successful in our re-submitted bid for the Wrexham Gateway Project area. This funding would have a huge positive impact on the development of the Wrexham Gateway.

    “Looking shorter term, a busy month of events in Wrexham will help entice further footfall into the high street.

    “This is an exciting time for Wrexham locally, nationally and internationally and I’m keen to embrace and celebrate our successes and vision leading forward.”

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    Royal Welsh to exercise right to march through streets of Wrexham – 3 September 2022

     

  • The North Wales Military Music Pageant Returns in October

    The North Wales Military Music Pageant Returns in October

    Get ready to experience all the pomp and spectacle when Britain’s newest military extravaganza returns to Coleg Cambria on Saturday 22 October.

    Presented by the British International Tattoo their show “A Reel of Remembrance” commemorates the 40 year anniversary of the Falklands Conflicts and celebrates the Platinum Jubilee of HM Queen Elizabeth II. The event will also acknowledge the achievements of the Commonwealth.

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    It will be a musical journey through each decade of the Queen’s reign and will feature:

    • The Regimental Band and Corps of Drums of The Royal Welsh
    • The Regimental Mascots of The British Army
    • The Royal Welch Fusiliers Corps of Drums
    • The Military Wives Choir with a special performance of Sing by Gary Barlow and The Commonwealth Choir
    • Soloist Ava Gordon Butler direct from appearing in the lead role in Matilda The Musical and young Fiona in Shrek
    • The British International Tattoo Pipes and Drums
    • Liverpool Concert Orchestra and Choir
    • Military PT and Drill Displays
    • Batala Bangor representing The Commonwealth
    • Emma May School of Irish Dance
    • Ellesmere Port Sea Cadet Band and many more

    Before the event there will be displays from all three armed services and a wide selection of stands and activities for the whole family to enjoy.

    Doors open at 6.30. Tickets are £20 for under 16s and £25 for over 16s. Wheelchair access is available.

    You can get tickets by calling their Box Office – 0333 666 3366 or online here.

    Organiser, Gareth Butler, said, “We’re really excited about bringing this event to Wrexham once again and we have increased the number of tickets available. It will be an evening to remember in aid of the Not Forgotten Veterans Charity. Please book early to avoid disappointment.”

    Armed Forces Champion, Cllr Beverley Parry Jones, said, “The armed forces and music are both very close to my heart. I am thoroughly looking forward with anticipation to what promises to be a spectacular evening of music and dance. This event encompasses the best of the United Kingdom. As we start to approach to the British Legion Poppy Appeal and  Remembrance Sunday this is a fitting tribute to our armed forces and I know many will be keen to support the event and charity involved.”

    If you can’t make the event but want to contribute there’s a JustGiving page dedicated to this event here.

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  • Royal Welsh to exercise right to march through streets of Wrexham – 3 September 2022

    Royal Welsh to exercise right to march through streets of Wrexham – 3 September 2022

    There’s a final opportunity this year to support our armed forces when the Royal Welsh, Comrades and Cadets will exercise their right to the Freedom of Wrexham by marching through the streets with bayonets fixed and Colours flying on September 3, 2022.

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    For the Reaffirmation of The Freedom of the Borough the parade will form up on Llwyn Isaf Green and after inspection will march through Wrexham on the following route:

    • Form up on Llwyn Isaf Green
    • Queens Square
    • Argyle Street
    • Hope Street
    • High Street
    • Chester Road
    • RWF Cenotaph where there will be a short memorial service.

    The activities start at 10.40 on Llwyn Isaf where the Mayor, Cllr Brian Cameron and Major General Chris Barry will inspect the soldiers. The salute will be taken on Chester Street.

    The march leaves Llwyn Isaf at 11.25 and will arrive at the Cenotaph at 12.10.

    The Mayor Cllr Brian Cameron, said, “Once again we will be privileged to welcome the Royal Welsh for their reaffirmation march and I am looking forward to being part of this event. The Royal Welsh hold a special place in our hearts and I’m sure the streets will be crowded with people wanting to show their support.”

    Major General Chris Barry said: “The Royal Welsh are very proud of their close ties with Wrexham which has existed for a very long time. Wrexham is the spiritual home of the Royal Welch Fusiliers and now The Royal Welsh. The 3rd Battalion of the Regiment is raising a company here in the City over the next year and values the support of the Council and the people of Wrexham.

    Armed Forces Champion, Cllr Beverley Parry-Jones, said, “Now more than ever we need to appreciate the sacrifice our armed forces make to ensure our freedoms and rights are protected. Sometimes this means making the ultimate sacrifice. I am very much looking forward  to showing my appreciation on 3rd September.”

    The Royal Welsh were given the honour of the Freedom of Wrexham in 2008 and last exercised their right to march in 2019.

    Take a look at the other events lined up for September:

    The Royston Club perform as part of a busy events calendar in September

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    The Royston Club perform as part of a busy events calendar in September

     

  • Council tenants urged to say “NO” to cold callers

    Council tenants urged to say “NO” to cold callers

    We’ve recently had a number of enquiries from our housing tenants concerned about males going from door offering “Housing Disrepair Services.”

    They claim that they can ensure housing repairs are done quicker than the Council are able to offer.

    They then gain access to properties and take images which are then forwarded to a claims solicitor.

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    It is believed that tenants are coerced in to allowing the individuals into the property so images can be taken along with important personal information.

    The tenant is required to sign documentation but this documentation is removed by the males so it is unknown what the tenant has signed up to and the financial risks they may face.

    Trading Standards strongly recommend that consumers DO NOT deal with cold callers on the doorstep or on the telephone regardless of what product or service they are offering.

    Do not give any of your personal information to cold callers and remember if something seems too good to be true it probably is. If in doubt keep them out.

    If you require any advice regarding this matter or any other consumer matter please contact Citizens Advice Consumer Service on 08082 231133.

    If you have any concerns about your property please call your local estate office or the housing repairs team on 01978 298993 in the first instance to find out why a repair is taking so long to be carried out.

    If you’re still not happy then you are advised to contact a solicitor.

    If you are currently waiting for a repair to be carried out our housing repairs team will be writing to you to ask you to make contact to make an appointment, please ensure you make contact so they can make an the necessary arrangements.

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  • 6 facts you didn’t know about the Wrexham Library building

    6 facts you didn’t know about the Wrexham Library building

    The Wrexham Library building is 50 years old this year and we have asked you to tell us about your memories of the library over the years.

    But what about the building itself? What is its story?

    Here are some facts about the building that you may not already know:

    • it took nearly a year and a half to build – starting in June 1971 and the library service finally moved in there in December 1972
    • it cost £178,000 to build
    • it was designed by architect James A Roberts and built by RM Douglas Construction Ltd
    • it was purpose built to be Wrexham Library
    • when it opened, the building attached (now the police station) was still being built
    • James Idwal Jones (former MP for Wrexham) officially opened the library and was Chairman of the Public Library Committee

    Do you have any facts you could add to this list? We would love to hear from you and may even use it as part of the 50th anniversary exhibition later this year. Contact Wrexham Library at library@wrexham.go.uk or 01978 292090 and tell us all about it.

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  • Waste collections will start at 6am tomorrow (August 11) and Friday (August 12) ☀🌡

    Waste collections will start at 6am tomorrow (August 11) and Friday (August 12) ☀🌡

    Our waste collections will start at 6am tomorrow (August 11) and Friday (August 12), rather than at 7:30am.

    This will help our crews avoid the hottest times of the day.

    If your waste is due for collection tomorrow or Friday, please put your bins/boxes/bags out the night before if possible.

    Collections may be suspended if the weather becomes too hot for our teams.

    If your collection is missed, please be patient while we work to complete collections as quickly as possible.

    Thank you 🙂