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On the 6th April 2022 Active Wrexham held an inter schools football tournament, The Welsh Schools FA Primary 5’s at The Rock in Cefn Mawr that was backed by #Wrecsam2025 City of Culture bid.

The tournament saw 24 schools compete over the course of the day with the team from Ysgol Rhostyllen winning overall. The team will now represent Wrexham in the County Finals in Newtown on the 6th May

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A spokesperson from Active Wrexham said, “It was great to see so many schools competing in the Welsh Schools FA Primary 5’s competition, the competition provided an excellent opportunity for all schools that entered to compete in a county wide event. It was made even more enjoyable seeing children with smiles on their faces and being active after the challenges they have faced due to the pandemic”.

A tournament will be run after the Easter holidays which will be the same format however this will be exclusively for girls to give them the opportunity to compete in tournament which will allow greater opportunities for girls to take part in sport.

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Wrexham Council has been awarded £2.8 million to carry out vital repairs to the B5605 in Newbridge.

The road was severely damaged in Storm Christoph last year, and has remained closed ever since.

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It’s been a challenging situation for local communities, with many motorists having to drive miles out of their way.

As well as providing a daily travel route for local people, the road also serves as a diversion when the A483 bypass is closed.

However, following complex geo-technical surveys and cost analysis, the council recently submitted a business case to the Welsh Government to help fund the repairs.

It’s now been confirmed that Ministers have approved the business case, paving the way for work to begin later this year.

Vital route for local people

A spokesperson for Wrexham Council said: “Repairing this road will make a massive difference to people in Newbridge, Cefn Mawr and Rhosymedre – as well as surrounding communities like Plas Madoc, Ruabon and Chirk.

“It’s not a straight-forward road-repair – the damage is substantial and we’ve had to undertake a lot of in-depth geo-technical assessments and cost analysis.

“But we’re delighted we’ve been able to secure this funding, and look forward to reopening this key piece of infrastructure.”

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There is still time to buy your tickets for this year’s Carnival of Words literary festival!

Opening this year’s festival will be bestselling author Mark Billingham, who will talk about his life as a writer, actor and stand-up comedian. Mark will be followed by local author Simon McCleave whose crime books set in and around North Wales are proving to be a winning and popular combination.

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Alan Johnson returns to the festival to talk about his debut novel, Sarah Hilary will talk about being a bestselling crime/suspense author and about being selected for the Richard and Judy reading list and being a World Book Night book choice.

Did you enjoy watching Keeping Faith and Kavanagh QC on TV, then why not come and meet Matthew Hall, creator of these great programmes and bestselling novelist.

If you fancy something a bit lighter then Milly Johnson bestselling romantic novelist will talk about how she has successfully written and sold over 3 million copies of her books. Author, raconteur and comedian are a few of the adjectives used to describe Gervase Phinn, an event not to be missed.

Historical fictions will not be disappointed with appearances by Barbara Erskine and Patricia Bracewell, who will be appearing together for the first time. Bestselling Welsh author Bethan Gwanas will be talking about her latest book written about her beloved dog, Mot.

Carys Davies, born in Llangollen will visit us from her home in Edinburgh to talk about the background to her latest book and local Reverend Dr. Jason Bray will be talking about his book Deliverance – miss it if you dare!

These events are supported by several free events, for families, writers, poets and local historians. For more details, to view the complete programme and view ticket details visit www.wrexhamcarnivalofwords.com

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The Easter break will be a perfect time to pop in!

And even better – there will be FREE LEGO themed activities taking place throughout the holidays…

Come and help us build the Acton Gateway and Four Dogs, a LEGO brick version of the Kop at Wrexham FC’s Racecourse ground and a LEGO version of the Wrexham AFC logo!

Join our evening Make and Take session and you’ll get a mini Lego kit to make and then take home!

Dates and booking info….

BRICK BUILDERS

Wednesday, April 13^th 2022

Session starts:

• 10:30 am
• 12 noon
• 1.30 pm
• 3 pm

Cost: FREE

Venue: Wrexham Museum

Special workshop for families who like LEGO and construction.

Go to Eventbrite to reserve a free place for your family at one of the sessions

Delivered by Steve Guinness, the Brick Consultant and Channel 4’s LEGOMASTER champion

Supported by the Welsh Government as part of the Winter of Wellbeing.

Make ‘n’ Take Workshop No.3 Wednesday, 13th April 2022

Come along to Wrexham Museum for a free after hours family session based on Lego! Children will be given a small Lego kit to make and then take home.

Suitable for ages 7 – 13 but younger siblings are welcome.

The session will take place between 6 p.m. and 7p.m.

Booking is essential as places are limited per session.

To book: 01978 297 460

Supported by the Welsh Government as part of the Winter of Wellbeing

BIG BUILD – FILL THE KOP!

April 14^th – 10.30 a.m. – 3.30 p.m.

Cost: FREE – No need to book, just drop in and take part!

Venue: Wrexham Museum

Help us fill a LEGO brick version of the Kop at Wrexham’s Racecourse Ground with LEGO minifigures! Drop in activity suitable for families with children.

In association with Steve Guinness, The Brick Consultant and Channel 4’s LEGOMASTER champion

Supported by the Welsh Government as part of the Winter of Wellbeing.

BIG BUILD – UP THE TOWN!

April 20^th & 21^st – 10.30 a.m. – 3.30 p.m.

Cost: FREE – No need to book, just drop in and take part!

Venue: Wrexham Museum

Help build a massive Wrexham AFC logo out of LEGO bricks for display in the museum! Drop in activity suitable for families with children.

In association with Warren Elsmore, LEGO artist, model designer and curator

Supported by the Welsh Government as part of the Winter of Wellbeing.

Our Trading Standards team were out and about in Wrexham recently as part of their mission to clamp down on the problem of rogue traders operating in the county.

Working with partners from North Wales Police and Natural Resources Wales, officers visited villages in and around Wrexham town, to speak to Traders carrying out work for residents.

Natural Resources Wales spoke to several businesses that didn’t have  a Waste Carriers Licence and these have now been issued with advice and guidance.

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Anyone operating without a licence cannot use the Household Recycling Centres and any rubbish removed often ends up being fly tipped causing a blight on the county borough. Anyone whose rubbish is traced back to them could face a fine and prosecution.

Roger Mapleson, Trading Standards and Licensing Lead, said, “Legitimate businesses welcome our officers stepping in to stop rogue traders in their tracks as they take business away from them.

“It’s important that any trader working in the county borough operates legally and within the law. This protects individuals from being scammed by over priced work and often unfinished or shoddy workmanship.”

If you are a business and you would like to check whether you are compliant, click on this link for free and impartial legal guidance on Trading Standards law explained in basic, concise or detailed form.

We also recommend businesses seek legal advice from a solicitor or legal representative if assistance is needed interpreting the law. For more information on permits/licences for waste please visit Natural Resources Wales.

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The ITF World Tennis Tour Juniors is in Wrexham at the moment holding competitions at the Tennis Centre.

The Tour gives players the opportunity to travel the world and develop their talent, acting as a launch pad to achieve entry into Junior Grand Slams and wider success in the professional game.

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To celebrate this tour and to welcome the players and their families to Wrexham we’re organising supporting events and activities in the town centre.

They’ll take place during the Easter Holidays and they’re all free of charge!

You can find out more below:

April 11, 13 20, 21 and 22 between 10am and 12pm there’ll be an opportunity to make Glitter Tattoos at Tŷ Pawb.

April 11 – 22 between 10 am and 4pm there’s a Tennis Ball Hunt. Pick up a clue sheet from Tŷ Pawb and you’re set to go.

12 – 14 April between 11am and 2pm there’s Pop Up Tennis at Queen’s Square.

And finally…. there’s Tennis Crafts at Tŷ Pawb on April 13, 20, 21 and 22 between 1pm and 3pm.

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With only one week to go until the voter registration deadline for next month’s local elections, anyone wanting to vote must make sure they are registered in time.

The deadline to register to vote is midnight on 14 April. You can apply online at gov.uk/register-to-vote. It takes just five minutes.

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On Thursday 5 May voters will go to the polls to have their say on who represents them at a local level. This year residents in Wrexham will be voting to select councillors who will represent their local area and residents, and contribute to the development of policies in areas such as transport, social care and housing.

Ian Bancroft, Returning Officer for Wrexham, said “With only one week to go, time is running out to make sure you can take part in the local elections.

These elections are an important opportunity to make your voice heard and have a say on who represents you on issues that directly affect day-to-day life here in Wrexham. In order to be able to vote, residents must be on the electoral register. So if you’re not registered by midnight 14 April, you won’t be able to take part.”

Rhydian Thomas, Head of the Electoral Commission Wales, said, “You can only take part in the May elections if you are registered to vote, and time is running out. It’s quick and easy – it takes just five minutes online at www.gov.uk/registertovote.

“If you have recently turned 16 or moved home, it is particularly important that you make sure you are correctly registered to vote.

“If you were registered to vote in the last election and your details have not changed, you don’t need to take any action.”

Voters have a range of options – they can vote in person, by post or by appointing someone they trust to vote in their place, known as a proxy vote.

The deadline to apply for a postal vote is 5pm on 19 April, and for a proxy vote the deadline is 5pm on 26 April.

For information on elections in their area, how to register to vote, or how to apply to vote by post or by proxy, voters can visit www.electoralcommission.org.uk/voter. This page will continue to be updated ahead of the polls.

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Our Public Rights of Way section has been busy restoring a path that now links Erddig Country Park, Marchwiel and the Clywedog Trail.

The 30 metre path now includes new and easy to use pedestrial gates and a  10 metre footbridge.

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The path had been neglected for some time with no visible route evident on the ground and following discussions with the National Trust it was agreed that a long term solution was needed to tackle poor drainage.

An old pipe crossing damaged during Storm Ciara in 2020 had to be removed from Gyfelia Brook before work on the new footbridge could begin.

Now complete the path forms part of a circular walking route which links the surrounding countryside with Erddig Country Park, Marchwiel and the Clywedog Trail.

We hope you’ll enjoy the improved public right of way and the beautiful area that’s part of this Site of Special Scientific Interest.

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