News Releases By Date
| 27/08/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire gets tough on waste | Denbighshire’s Waste Enforcement team has successfully prosecuted a Prestatyn resident for two offences of dumping household rubbish in a public place.Martin Gibson of Nursery Close, Prestatyn pleaded guilty to the two charges of dumping... |
| Waste free lunch box goes back to school | As children across Wales prepare to go back to school, Denbighshire County Council has teamed up with Waste Awareness Wales to encourage parents to pack them a waste-free lunch box to help reduce the amount of waste sent to Welsh landfills each... |
| Council issues benefit fraud warning | Denbighshire County Council has issued a warning that benefit fraud will not be tolerated.This follows a court case in which Denbighshire's Benefit Fraud Team, working in conjunction with the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) were successful... |
| Council names deputy Leader | Denbighshire County Council has announced that Councillor Eryl Williams has been chosen as deputy to the Council Leader, Councillor Hugh Evans.Councillor Williams (Plaid Cymru- Efenechtyd) is the Cabinet Lead Member for Environment. Leader,... |
| 26/08/2008 | |
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| Olympic handover flag raised at Denbighshire to celebrate Handover Day | The Olympic Handover Flag was raised at County Hall, Ruthin at on Sunday, August 24th to celebrate the moment London became the official Olympic Games Host City.A first in the history of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the iconic London... |
| Thousands of visitors flock to this year’s Fun in the Sun event | The free Fun in the Sun event attracted a record attendance with an estimated 20,000 people enjoying the two day event held on Rhyl Promenade. The event, which took place on Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday at the Events Arena, Rhyl, saw... |
| 22/08/2008 | |
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| Fun in the Sun 2008 | New boy band 'Avenue' will make a guest appearance at Rhyl Arena's Fun in the Sun 2008. The pop band will open the show on Bank Holiday Monday and perform their debut single Last Goodbye. The band is already being compared to Take That, Boyzone and... |
| Warning over Spanish lottery scam | Residents are being warned about Spanish lottery scams targeting people living in Denbighshire.Denbighshire County Council’s Trading Standards Team has been contacted numerous times about letters claiming to be from organisations such as the El... |
| Enterprise skills nominations needed for Queen's Award | Denbighshire County Council is encouraging nominations for the Queen's Award for Enterprise Promotion in 2009.The Award was introduced in 2004 to celebrate and recognise the activities of individuals who have played an outstanding and... |
| Council stands out in the crowd at county show | Denbighshire County Council is celebrating being named joint winner with Flintshire County Council in the best non-agricultural stand competition at this year's Denbigh and Flint Show, held at The Green yesterday (Thursday).The County of Culture... |
| 21/08/2008 | |
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| CCTV helps in the fight against crime | Footage captured on Denbighshire's CCTV system played a major part in the apprehension of two men who have been jailed for kicking an injured seagull to death.Police were alerted to the incident in Rhyl after CCTV operators working in... |
| Denbighshire’s GCSE results’ success | 52.25% of Denbighshire students achieved 5 or more A*-C grades in their GCSEs this year – surpassing the council’s target of 49% and over 5% above last year’s success.98.4% of GCSE pupils in Denbighshire’s eight secondary schools who took... |
| Businesses – how do you handle complaints? | Denbighshire Trading Standards is urging businesses to consider how they handle any complaints.However well run a business is, it will probably receive a complaint from someone at some time. How well, or not, that complaint is handled may impact... |
| 20/08/2008 | |
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| Consumer advice on holiday complaints | Denbighshire Trading Standards has joined forces with other trading standards units across Wales, Visit Wales and Consumer Direct Wales to offer advice and information about how to complain about your holiday.This advice has been issued during... |
| 19/08/2008 | |
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| Have your say | Young people from the opposite ends of Denbighshire came together for Denbighshire Youth Service’s first Advisory Group Panel at Prestatyn Youth Centre on Tuesday, August 12.At the event young people explored the layout of the county, found out... |
| Denbighshire Youth Service Annual Celebration of Achievements Evening | Young people take pride of place at Denbighshire Youth Service Annual Celebration of Achievements Evening Young people from across Denbighshire were centre stage for a special evening ceremony as part of the Denbighshire Youth Service Annual... |
| Holiday advice for consumers | Holiday advice for consumersDenbighshire Trading Standards, in partnership with Visit Wales and Consumer Direct are offering holiday hints for consumers during Wales Consumer Affairs Week (18-22 August)Many people look forward to an annual... |
| 18/08/2008 | |
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| Get your guide book for Vale of Clwyd Heritage Open Days | The guide books for this year’s Vale of Clwyd Heritage Open Days are now ready. You can call and order your free copy and see what Ruthin and Denbigh have to offer when they open their doors this September – Ruthin on 13 and 14 and Denbigh on... |
| Welsh Consumer Affairs Awareness Week 2008 | The ‘themed’ 2008 Welsh Consumer Affairs Awareness Week starts today, Monday August 18. The Welsh Heads of Trading Standards with its Principality partners, Visit Wales and Consumer Direct Wales, offer some information & advice about holidays and... |
| Chitty Chitty Bang Bang challenge for Council worker's team | A member of Denbighshire Social Services staff will be taking to the road later this month for a charity ride with a difference. Loraine Jackson, her son and two friends will take part in the 'Banger' run, known as the Sucata Run from Rouen in... |
| Crowds flock to see the Superlambanana | Around 700 hundred people made their way up to the summit of Moel Famau on Saturday, August 16 to join in the celebrations of the official unveiling of the Superlambanana. The Moel Famau Lambanana was unveiled during the Big Walk event, arranged... |
| 15/08/2008 | |
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| A Level students meet the grade | A Level results in Denbighshire have improved at a faster rate than the Welsh average, an analysis of the results has revealed.The proportion of A grades gained by Denbighshire pupils was 20.2%, an increase of 0.8% on the 2007 figures. There was... |
| 14/08/2008 | |
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| Council's legal eagles flying high | Denbighshire County Council's legal team is celebrating after successfully retaining an industry accreditation.Lexcel is the quality mark developed by the Law Society of England and Wales for practices and legal departments which have been... |
| A Level results in Denbighshire | The A Level pass rate at Denbighshire’s eight secondary schools in 2008 is 96.9% (A-E grades), up 0.7% on the 2007 figures.The Welsh average figure for A-E grades is 97.6% and UK average is 97.2%.The proportion of A grades gained by... |
| Community workshops at the Royal International Pavilion, Llangollen | September may be a time for heading back to school but there’s a fantastic line up of workshops and classes at the Royal International Pavilion which are certain to get top marks from the students.Starting on September 8 is a 12 week course of... |
| 13/08/2008 | |
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| A Cultural Show for Denbighshire | Denbighshire County Council will be showcasing the cultural delights of the county at a prestigious event in the agricultural calendar next week.The theme of the Council's marquee at the Denbighshire and Flintshire Show, being staged at The... |
| Flagship craft centre development praised in national press | The redevelopment of the Ruthin Craft Centre has been highlighted in a national newspaper as a centre of excellence in contemporary applied art. An article published in the Sunday Telegraph describes the development by architects Segison Bates... |
| News release - Feast of Song at Royal International Pavilion, Llangollen | Four outstanding artists present a musically stunning programme of favourite operatic arias and songs from the shows. A Feast of Song is on Friday, August 22 at 7.30pmThe show includes artists from Dennis O'Neill’s BBC Master-class series as well... |
| Llangollen's Plas Newydd Awarded Wales in Bloom | Plas Newydd, once the home of the Ladies of Llangollen, scooped a top award in the national Wales in Bloom competition, winning first prize in the public buildings and grounds category. The house and gardens are now owned and managed by... |
| Spend an evening in steeped in the passionate world of Flamenco | A special workshop is set to give visitors to the Royal International Pavilion, Llangollen, a rare opportunity to experience the colourful and compelling dance – The Flamenco.The workshop, which runs from 6pm to 7pm on Saturday, September 13,... |
| 12/08/2008 | |
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| AONB guide hot off the press | A guide promoting the Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is hot off the press.'Capturing the Clwydian Range' is a bilingual publication produced by staff from the Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in partnership... |
| Grant funding success for first time buyers | First time buyers in parts of Denbighshire can apply for a share of £75,000 funding after Denbighshire County Council successfully applied for a Welsh Assembly Government grant to make homes more energy efficient.This scheme will enable... |
| Have I Got Network News for You | Businesswomen in Denbighshire are invited to share their experiences in the world of business at a networking event that's being themed around the 'Whose Line Is It Anyway' panel format.The Network She event is a great opportunity for attendees... |
| 11/08/2008 | |
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| Superlambanana escapes the city for the Welsh hills…. | The Big Walk takes place this Saturday, 16th of August 2008 as hundreds of people make their way up to the summit of Moel Famau, to celebrate the landscape and the cultural connections between north east Wales and Liverpool. The Clwydian Range has... |
| Denbighshire Trading Standards gets ready for Wales Consumer Affairs Week | This is the first consumer awareness week to be held in Wales and the Welsh Heads of Trading Standards, in partnership with Consumer Direct Wales and the Welsh Assembly Government's 'Visit Wales' (formerly the Wales Tourist Board), will be... |
| Denbighshire is encouraging secondary schools to join the debate | Registration has opened for the 2008 Wales School Debating Championships and Denbighshire is encouraging students to take part. The championships, which are run by CEWC-Cymru (Council for Education in World Citizenship) gives students the... |
| 07/08/2008 | |
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| The Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod gets seal of approval | Patricia Sot, a 15-year-old Polish pupil at Ysgol Brynhyfryd, Ruthin, had never heard of Llangollen or the Royal International Musical Eisteddfod until she was placed there on work experience as a volunteer in the Competitors Club for the week... |
| Update on Pendyffryn Surgery, Prestatyn | Alternative arrangements are being made for patients at the Pendyffryn Medical Group Surgery, Prestatyn, after a patient crashed into the wall of the building this morning, (Thursday) Fortunately, the driver was unhurt in the incident and police... |
| Time to Meet the highest Superlambanana | Jubilee Tower at the summit of Moel Famau is the place to be on August 16 with a chance to meet the highest Superlambanana of them all. The Big Walk is an event being organised by Denbighshire County Council and Flintshire County Council, to... |
| 06/08/2008 | |
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| C'mon Corwen for a day of fun for all the family! | Denbighshire Countryside service has organised C’mon Corwen, a day of events and activities for all on Wednesday, August 13. Not only is there a guided walk to the top of Caer Drewyn (led by Fiona Gale, County Archaeologist and Samantha... |
| 05/08/2008 | |
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| Parking possibilities in Prestatyn | Denbighshire is encouraging motorists to use the remaining car parks in Prestatyn following the closure of two car parks on land at the Tesco development site and Somerfield. Complaints have been made from members of the public about cars... |
| Quality Award for Rhyl Museum | Denbighshire County Council is pleased to announce that Rhyl Museum within the Rhyl Library, Museum and Arts Centre has been awarded the accreditation of ‘Quality Assured Visitor Attraction’ (VAQAS Cymru) by Visit Wales. This official endorsement... |
| Denbighshire congratulates award winning firm | Lawson Construction, based in Henllan, was named winner of the Small, Medium Enterprise category for the acclaimed Constructing Excellence in Wales award at a prestigious event in Newport recently. The firm, which is run by Frank Lawson and... |
| 04/08/2008 | |
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| Worldwide interest in public art for Prestatyn | Over 200 artists from around the world applied for the brief to produce three public art pieces in Prestatyn, a key project for the town which has been successful in attracting an Arts Council for Wales grant of £72,000.Artists local to... |
| Van-tastic! | Denbighshire County Council staff will have the opportunity to take a basic health and safety test on August 13 which is widely recognised by the construction industry.Building Services has organised a mobile testing unit to come to the council's... |
| Update on sewage leak at Rhyl beach | Rhyl and Prestatyn beaches have been given the all-clear for bathing after a sewage leak at the weekend. Welsh Water's Water Quality Officer has now issued a statement to say the water is safe for bathing but tests by the organisation,... |
| Spending on education: Denbighshire moves up | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed confirmation from the Welsh Assembly Government of the council's increased expenditure on schools for 2008-09. The report on budgets set by local authorities for education services in 2008-09 confirms... |
| The Llangollen toy and train sale is back by popular demand! | Following the success of the very first Llangollen Toy & Train Sale last year, organisers are now ready to welcome enthusiasts and visitors to the second event at the Llangollen Royal International Pavilion on August 17. Stall holders attend... |
| Offa on display in Prestatyn | A new floral display has been designed and is now in place at the top of the High Street in Prestatyn. The display depicts King Offa on a penny coin and has been planted out by members of the Prestatyn Public Realm.It took four men just three... |
| 01/08/2008 | |
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| Council funded Welfare Rights Services | Latest figures show how advice workers in Denbighshire have helped thousands of local people gain a total of £65 million in extra social security benefits and tax credits over the past 12 years. The figures for the year April 2007 to April 2008... |
| 31/07/2008 | |
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| Rhyl man fined for benefit fraud | Denbighshire’s Benefit Fraud Team, working in conjunction with the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) were successful in securing a conviction for benefit fraud at Prestatyn Magistrates Court on July 29th. The case was brought against Brian... |
| 30/07/2008 | |
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| Blue Badge inspections | Denbighshire County Council Parking Services have set up an initiative with North Wales Police for inspecting Blue Badges used in Denbighshire.A Denbighshire civil enforcement officer and a police officer inspected blue badges in Rhyl yesterday... |
| What's on in Denbighshire | Calling all events! Denbighshire Tourism team are currently compiling a 'What's On' of events for this year.If you have an event you would like to tell us about, forward your name, the date of the event, a single sentence description, and your... |
| 29/07/2008 | |
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| Update on the redeployment of staff from Hyfrydle | Denbighshire County Council is pleased to announce that, to date, 10 staff from Hyfrydle have been found alternative posts at Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn and the school’s residential unit, Gerddi Glasfryn in Denbigh. 24 members of staff have been... |
| Reopening of the Llangollen Railway to Corwen Public meeting in Corwen – 11th August 2008 | The Llangollen Railway is planning to extend train services to Corwen, about 2½ miles beyond its present terminus at Carrog. The Llangollen Railway Company has retained consultants to help prepare an application for a Transport and Works Act... |
| County projects see benefit of funding investment | £38.9 million was spent on capital projects in Denbighshire during 2007/08, with a further £10million being invested in improving the standards of council housing county-wide.Councillors in Denbighshire were updated about spending on capital... |
| Council concerned at fuel and energy costs increases | Denbighshire County Council has expressed its concerns about the escalating costs of fuel and energy and has called for action from the UK government and the Welsh Assembly Government.The Council says its budget for 2007/09 included an... |
| Denbighshire helps deal with local flooding | Denbighshire County Council staff were out in force to help people in difficulty during last night’s (Monday’s) storm.At just after 10 p.m., torrential rain led to flooding in the Lenten Pool area of Denbigh. A co-ordinated response by the... |
| Council concern about Post Office closures | Councillors have expressed concern and disappointment over the proposed closures of four post offices and the replacement of two with an outreach service in Denbighshire Post Office Ltd announced today (Tuesday) that... |
| Have your say on council's priorities | Denbighshire County Council is to ask residents for their views on four main areas of priorities identified by the Council.Following extensive research and discussion with staff and councillors, the following priorities have been... |
| Children and young people's blueprint agreed | A plan setting out how Denbighshire County Council and its partners will work together to improve the health and well-being of children and young people has been given the green light. The Denbighshire Children and Young People's Plan willl be... |
| 28/07/2008 | |
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| Discover geodiversity with a guided walk along Prestatyn Hillside | Walkers are being invited to join a six mile guided walk to explore the geodiversity of Graig Fawr, Prestatyn Hillside and the cave, known locally as the Fish Cave.There will be the opportunity to find out how ancient tropical seas, ice ages and... |
| Equalities and Diversity Survey | For this week (Monday 28 July - Monday 4 August), Denbighshire County Council is carrying out an Equalities and Diversity Survey through their front facing services.The Council is committed to promoting equality in everything it does to ensure... |
| Vandals ruin summer splash time | Vandals have caused damage over night to the expansion joint at Rhyl's Drift Park Paddling Pool. The damage has left an inch thick hole across one section of the floor resulting in the closure of the pool on health and safety grounds.Ian Olson,... |
| Council reviews office accommodation | Denbighshire County Council has announced that it is taking steps to reduce the amount of office accommodation that it owns. The decision follows the leasing of offices in Brighton Road, Rhyl last year, which now provide accommodation for most... |
| Calling all Vale of Clwyd evacuees! | Did you have evacuees from Liverpool staying with you in the Vale of Clwyd during the 1940s? Or were you maybe an evacuee yourself who came to stay in the area? To celebrate Liverpool's status as European Capital of Culture, Denbighshire County... |
| 25/07/2008 | |
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| Ruthin Craft Centre set to open | July 28th 2008 will see the opening of the new Ruthin Craft Centre in a stunning new, contemporary building set against the backdrop of the Clwydian Hills. The new Centre, which is all on the ground level, is set around a courtyard and gives... |
| Warm Wales brings scheme to Denbighshire | A new scheme to tackle problems of fuel poverty starts in three areas of Denbighshire this summer.Warm Wales – Bringing Warm and Healthy Homes to Denbighshire is a partnership programme bringing together support and resources from Denbighshire... |
| Statement in response to Jane Hutt’s statement of 24 July - Hyfrydle | Denbighshire County Council has responded to the written statement that was published by Jane Hutt on 24 July regarding the closure of Hyfrydle.Ian Miller, Chief Executive, said: “We are rather disappointed by the Minister’s statement,... |
| 24/07/2008 | |
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| Friday is Fun Day at Nantclwyd y Dre | Enjoy some Summer Holiday fun with a programme of arty and informative events for all ages, which has been lined up for every Friday throughout August at Nantclwyd y Dre, Ruthin.The fun starts on August 1 with 'Archaeology is Rubbish!' from... |
| Housing licensing warning follows case sentencing | Denbighshire County Council has warned it will not tolerate landlords running houses in multiple occupation without a property licence.The warning follows a case in which Jacqueline Morrison of Prestatyn and John Wilson of Abergele, two landlords... |
| 23/07/2008 | |
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| Bin Collection update | Anyone who did not have their refuse collected on Wednesday and Thursday last week should put their refuse out as normal this week when it will be picked up. Denbighshire County Council would like to thank residents for their cooperation.... |
| Bridging the generation gap in Rhyl | Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch and support a scheme encouraging young and older people to work together in your local community this summer.Young people from the Marsh Youth Group and members of the Over 50’s Club and the Vale Residents... |
| 22/07/2008 | |
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| Step up for a street dance workshop | Inspired by the success of this year’s Britain’s Got Talent winner, George Sampson, and newly released dance movie hit, ‘Step up 2: The Streets’, youngsters are invited to attend a two hour dance workshop for a fantastic opportunity to learn some... |
| 21/07/2008 | |
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| Introducing ‘Ceri’s Family’ | The launch of 'Healthy Denbighshire', the Health, Social Care & Well-being Strategy for Denbighshire, is taking place on Tuesday, July 22, at the Oriel House Hotel, St Asaph. The launch will introduce service users, members of the public,... |
| 17/07/2008 | |
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| Council wishes the best to North Wales' newest university | The Chairman of Denbighshire County Council, Councillor Raymond Bartley has offered his congratulations and best wishes to Wales' newest university.The North East Wales Institute at Wrexham will be officially named as a university tomorrow... |
| Community safety success in Denbighshire recognised | The Chairman of the Denbighshire Community Safety Partnership has welcomed news that the organisation has been recognised nationally for efforts to reduce criminal damage in the county.The Partnership has won a Directors Award and £1,000 to... |
| 16/07/2008 | |
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| Lifeguards locate missing rowers | Denbighshire County Council's Coastal Lifeguards successfully located two missing rowers yesterday as part of a massive search in Prestatyn coordinated by HM Coastguard in Holyhead.At approximately 1:15 pm, the Lifeguards were called to... |
| Penalty Shoot Out – at the library! | Denbighshire families will be invited to compete in a penalty shoot out next week – at Rhyl Library. On Tuesday July 22, children’s football writer, Tom Palmer, will be the keeper. The shoot out is part of a Football Reading Family Fun Day... |
| Football poet visits Denbighshire | A poet who’d rather be a footballer will be visiting Denbigh and Llangollen next week to celebrate the National Year of Reading. Paul Cookson will be giving a performance for children and families at Denbigh Library on Wednesday, July 23 at... |
| Council strengthens partnership with Forestry Commission Wales | Denbighshire County Council and Forestry Commission Wales have signed an official agreement to continue working on conservation and woodland management projects in the Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).The two... |
| Fun in the sun 2008 | Soap stars, pop stars and talent show stars of the future visit Rhyl on Sunday August 24 & Bank Holiday Monday 25 for Fun in the Sun 2008, (noon - 5 pm)This free event, organised by Denbighshire County Council and supported by Rhyl Town Council... |
| Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham councils are Royal Welsh Show Host Counties for 2008 | This year Denbighshire, Conwy, Flintshire and Wrexham Councils will be joining together as host counties for the 2008 Royal Welsh Agricultural Show which will be held in Llanelwedd, Builth Wells from 21 – 24 July.The Royal Welsh Show is one... |
| 15/07/2008 | |
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| Action Plan follows serious case review | Members of Denbighshire's Cabinet have been informed of arrangements for monitoring an action plan drawn up in response to a serious case review following the deaths of two children in Bodelwyddan in November 2006.The Local Safeguarding Children... |
| Council expresses concern about impact of strike on vulnerable people | Denbighshire County Council has expressed concern about the refusal of Unison to agree exemptions from strike action for various services for vulnerable people. Among the services which have been jeopardised by Unison's decision are:dealing... |
| Council's focus on customer care | A blueprint aimed at improving customer service and access to council services has been formally approved.The Customer Service Strategy follows hot on the heels of the creation of a Customer Care Service which was set up in September 2007 and... |
| Changes to library opening hours at St Asaph, Rhuddlan and Rhyl | Denbighshire County Council has announced the reduction of opening hours at three of the county's libraries.Proposals were made for reduction in opening hours as part of cost savings for the current financial year. However, this was delayed due... |
| Travelling Bishops enjoy a taste of Welsh hospitality | Bishops from all over the world visited Wales last week and enjoyed the colourful atmosphere of the Llangollen Music International Eisteddfod before heading off to take part in the Lambeth Conference of Bishops of the Anglican Communion in... |
| Hyfrydle to close | Denbighshire's Cabinet has agreed a recommendation to close Hyfrydle, a 52 week residential facility for pupils attending Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn, Denbigh, a specialist school working with young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.The home... |
| 14/07/2008 | |
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| Regional conference on councillors' agenda | Councillors from across North Wales gathered for a special conference aimed at promoting their role and the work of local authorities - the first time for such an event to take place in the region.The 'Leading Local Government in North Wales... |
| Watch out for school watch! | Denbighshire has joined with partner agencies to launch School Watch in time for the summer holidays. School Watch aims to encourage people to keep an extra eye on their local schools during the long summer break in a bid to combat vandalism and... |
| 11/07/2008 | |
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| Industrial Action Information | Denbighshire County Council services will be disrupted on Wednesday and Thursday, July 16 and 17, due to a national strike called by UNISON and T+G Unite. All residents on the x2 scheme in the south of the county (Ruthin and Denbigh) should... |
| Why not take time out to bring out the artist in you? | A free painting class for adults will be held in the garden of Nantclwyd y Dre, Ruthin, on Saturday July 19 from 11am - 4.30pmJoin accomplished Welsh landscape painter, David Lloyd-Griffiths, in the tranquil and historic setting of Nantclwyd y Dre... |
| Take a step back in time to reveal the past | Ever wanted to find out more about archaeology? Now here’s your chance with a line up of events to mark National Archaeology Week.· Saturday 12 July - Art in Archaeology day at Ruthin Gaol. 11am-4pm· Wednesday 16 July - Medieval Bodger and... |
| 09/07/2008 | |
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| North Wales councils combine to combat poor parking | Savings are being made by North Wales councils combine to combat poor parking.Savings are being made across North Wales and the local regulation of parking significantly improved for local residents and businesses as a result of an innovative... |
| Hyfrydle recommended to close | Denbighshire's Cabinet will be recommended at its meeting on July 15th to close Hyfrydle, the 52 week residential facility for pupils attending Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn, Denbigh. The home was opened on November 5, 2007 as a local authority... |
| Another successful prosecution for Council's Housing Enforcement team | Denbighshire has prosecuted a Rhyl landlord for allowing two unsuitable flats to be occupied by tenants at a River Street property in the town.Shakeel Aslam pleaded guilty to two offences under the new Housing Act 2004 for allowing two... |
| Joy of Decades | Visit Denbighshire museums in August and experience the memories of some of the decades of the 20th century. Denbighshire Heritage Service has teamed up with Llangollen Museum and Rhyl Steam Railway to celebrate the eras 1920s ... |
| Council tax success | Denbighshire has one of the best council tax collection rates in Wales and the best record in North Wales.Figures released by the Assembly show Denbighshire had the second highest amount of in-year council tax collections in Wales during 2007/08... |
| Council expresses disappointment at deprivation results | Denbighshire County Council has expressed its disappointment that three areas of Rhyl have appeared in the top ten list of deprived areas in Wales, despite extensive regeneration and a range of community initiatives to improve the quality of life... |
| 08/07/2008 | |
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| Celebration at no more special measures at Blessed Edward Jones | The Leader of Denbighshire, Councillor Hugh Evans has congratulated staff, governors and pupils of Blessed Edward Jones High School, Rhyl following confirmation the school is no longer deemed to be in special measures.A recent inspection by... |
| Children get active and get reading this summer | Libraries in Denbighshire are on their marks and getting set to keep children active and keep them reading throughout the summer holidays with Team Read, the Summer Reading Challenge™.The Summer Reading Challenge™ is simple – visit the library... |
| 07/07/2008 | |
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| Clock ticking on LDP consultation | Time is running out for people to have their say on Denbighshire County Council’s draft Local Development Plan (LDP).This is the first formal consultation draft of the LDP and following consideration of the comments received a second... |
| Supported Housing project to help young people | Denbighshire County Council working in Partnership with the Cymdeithas Tai Clwyd Housing Association are considering proposals for a small supported housing project for young people aged between 16 and 24 in Denbigh. A meeting has been arranged... |
| Owain Glyndwr to raid Loggerheads Country Park | In conjunction with National Archaeology Week, Denbighshire Countryside Services at Loggerheads Country Park are holding a weekend devoted to living history, with historical reenactment group Samhain.On the weekend of Saturday 12th and Sunday... |
| Looking after Denbighshire's countryside | Volunteers are needed to help protect and enhance south Denbighshire's breath-taking scenery.Denbighshire Countryside Service would like to hear from people interested in joining a wide range of activities, from traditional skills such as dry... |
| Language and Play celebrations continue | It's party time again for the Language and Play scheme in Denbighshire as it continues to celebrate its 5th birthday. The second and final celebration event is being held at Eirianfa, Factory Place, Denbigh on Saturday, July 12 between 1.30pm... |
| Denbighshire’s planning department is on good form | Denbighshire has launched a new version of the planning application form, now known as the 1APP form, (National Standard Planning application form) which is designed to standardise the form and make it easier for professionals and individuals submit... |
| 04/07/2008 | |
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| Council Worker of the Year update | A Denbighshire countryside warden narrowly missed winning the Council Worker of the Year award for bravery at a prestigious awards ceremony in Bournemouth last night (Thursday). Garry Davies was nominated by Denbighshire's Chief Executive, Ian... |
| 03/07/2008 | |
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| Innovative centre officially opens its doors | A centre which provides support services to homeless people or those who have substance misuse or mental health issues in the Rhyl area has been officially opened. Denbighshire County Council is one of the funders of Canolfan Dewi Sant, a day... |
| 02/07/2008 | |
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| Council raises profile of child employment byelaw | Denbighshire County Council is making employers in the county aware of a bye-law which regulates the employment of children under school leaving age. The Employment of Children Byelaw which comes into force on July 11, 2008 gives guidance to... |
| Building on the foundations of Dinas Bran construction | A £2.6 million project to enhance facilities at Ysgol Dinas Bran, Llangollen is underway. The project, which has been funded by Denbighshire County Council and the Welsh Assembly Government, involves the construction of a new building which will... |
| New Head of Service appointed | Denbighshire County Council has appointed a Head of Policy and Performance for the Lifelong Learning Directorate.Jackie Walley has been acting Head of Policy and Performance since the end of 2007 and her permanent appointment was officially... |
| Update on Council's possession of horses bid | Denbighshire County Council has successfully been granted possession of horses from a Llandegla farm following concerns about their welfare.At Denbigh Magistrates Court yesterday (Tuesday), magistrates granted permission for the Council to gain... |
| 01/07/2008 | |
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| Library no fines amnesty reminder | Denbighshire’s Library Service is reminding residents of a three week amnesty that allows the public to return overdue library books without being fined. People who have library books, DVD’s or CD’s that are long overdue have the opportunity to... |
| Promoting access to Denbighshire's countryside | Denbighshire Countryside Service is promoting the use of the RADAR keys that enable wheelchair and mobility scooter users to access some of the county’s countryside sites.Where possible new stile kissing gate are used, they function the same as... |
| Council raises profile of child employment byelaw | Denbighshire County Council is making employers in the county aware of a bye-law which regulates the employment of children under school leaving age. The Employment of Children Byelaw which comes into force on July 11, 2008 gives guidance to... |
| Recycling record for Denbighshire | Denbighshire residents have broken the 30% barrier for recycling during the first three months of the current financial year. The record amount of garden waste collected for composting has been one factor but householders are also recycling more... |
| 30/06/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire counts down to Llangollen International Music Eisteddfod | A feast of colour, culture and world class music is in store at this year’s International Musical Eisteddfod, which begins on July 8, and there’s a host of events lined up for visitors to the Denbighshire County Council marquee on site throughout... |
| Get ready to meet the Superlambanana at the Llangollen International Eisteddfod. | Once seen, never forgotten, the Superlambanana has certainly captured the imagination of people everywhere, with a small army of ceramic replicas found across the globe – and now a special one is heading to Denbighshire for the Llangollen... |
| 26/06/2008 | |
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| Rights of Way Improvement Plan draft now available | A draft copy of Denbighshire's Council's Rights of Way Improvement Plan is now available for feedback. The Rights of Way Improvement Plan sets out the Council's aspirations for delivering an improving network of access to the countryside for all... |
| Denbighshire Focused agenda | Councillors have unanimously agreed to a programme of modernisation branded ‘Denbighshire’s Focused Agenda’. The aim of the programme is to ensure Denbighshire can meet the challenges of the 21st century through strategic direction as well as... |
| Summer of fun at Rhyl Leisure Centre | Rhyl Leisure Centre, in partnership with Rhyl Town Council, have a fantastic programme of activities for Children this Summer. The ever popular Tiger Sports Camps is back - a fun filled sports and activities camp for 8 hours per day for only... |
| Leader calls for faster broadband. | Denbighshire’s Leader, Councillor Hugh Evans, has called for broadband suppliers to get up to speed with rural Wales by making broadband services faster. In a survey conducted by the BBC, North Wales currently ranks as having the second to... |
| Fine mess for flouting smoking ban | Denbighshire County Council Licensing team will not tolerate landlords who ignore the ban on smoking in an area designated as smoke free. Susan Murphy, the landlord of the Liverpool Arms, Wellington Road, Rhyl was found guilty of allowing people... |
| 25/06/2008 | |
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| Vale of Clwyd gets ready to open its doors | Ruthin and Denbigh are gearing up for this year’s Vale of Clwyd Heritage Open Days.Ruthin will open its doors on September 13 and 14 with Denbigh’s weekend taking place on September 20 and 21. Over thirty properties, many not usually open to... |
| Chart topping band return to Rhyl | A blackpool-based boy band will be returning to Rhyl as part of the town’s Fun in the Sun Event on August Bank Holiday weekend.Billiam entertained the crowds at last year's event and this week smashed into the national Top 40 this week with... |
| Council supports change on how to determine on shore wind farm applications | Council supports change on how to determine on shore wind farm applicationsAt a meeting yesterday (Tuesday), Denbighshire County Council supported a change to guidance for wind farm applications which had been recommended by council officers.... |
| City Strategy extension boost | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news that the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) is to receive an additional £5 million to build on the success of their City Pathfinder projects, which includes the Rhyl City Strategy.The DWP was... |
| The Georgian minstrel | Peter Bull, the wandering Georgian Minstrel, is due to appear at Plas Newydd on the 5th July, 11am- 4pm. Relax in the tranquil grounds of Plas Newydd, Llangollen, to the strains of popular ballads and dance music from the 18th century,... |
| 24/06/2008 | |
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| Counties join forces for EU funds | (This is a joint press-release by Conwy County Borough Council, Denbighshire County Council, Gwynedd Council and the Isle of Anglesey County Council) Conwy, Denbighshire, Gwynedd and the Isle of Anglesey Councils have signed a significant... |
| Rhyl & Prestatyn - winning destinations | A website promoting Rhyl and Prestatyn as top tourist destinations has been awarded an industry accolade.The website: www.rhyl-prestatyn.co.uk has been awarded a third prize by the British Resorts and Destinations Association in a survey of... |
| County pupils tune up for musical performances | Youngsters from Denbighshire schools will be showcasing their musical talents at two high profile performances this summer.The Denbighshire County Wind Band was set up in January 2008 with over 40 members from schools across the county. The... |
| Vote Garry campaign enters its final stages | The final push for votes for Garry Davies is underway, with the July 3 deadline for votes in the Council Worker of the Year competition fast approaching.Garry has been nominated in the bravery category of the prestigious awards for jumping into... |
| 23/06/2008 | |
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| Talented young readers represent county | Young readers from three Denbighshire schools have won a place in the grand final of the North-East Wales English Books Quiz to be held on Wednesday, June 25th at Denbigh Town Hall. Teams from Ysgol Pen Barras, Ruthin, Ysgol Llywelyn, Rhyl and... |
| Councillor to represent county on police authority | Councillor Ian Gunning has been chosen as Denbighshire County Council’s representative on the North Wales Police Authority.Denbighshire’s Chairman, Councillor Raymond Bartley, said: “I’m delighted to be able to congratulate Councillor Gunning on... |
| Looking cool for Guide Dogs for the Blind campaign | The Chairman, Leader and Chief Executive of Denbighshire County donned their sunglasses to join in activities to mark the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association's Shades Day.Chairman, Councillor Raymond Bartley, Leader, Councillor Hugh Evans and... |
| Special milestone for county's Language and Play group | It's party time for the Language and Play scheme in Denbighshire as it celebrates its 5th birthday.Two events are being staged across the county and those that have attended the group are invited to come and join in the celebrations.The first... |
| 20/06/2008 | |
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| Victorian Music in Gaol | Come along to Ruthin Gaol on Saturday 28th June to experience music of a bygone era. Musician and historian, Richard York, will be performing the sort of music and songs that you would have heard around the Gaol corridors in Victorian times.... |
| 19/06/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire successfully prosecutes landlords of house in multiple occupation | Denbighshire Housing Enforcement team has successfully prosecuted landlords in Rhyl for running a house in multiple occupation (“HMO”) without a property licence.Jacqueline Morrison of Prestatyn and John Wilson of Abergele were both found... |
| Cabinet portfolio holders’ responsibilities confirmed | The Leader of Denbighshire, Councillor Hugh Evans has confirmed the areas of portfolio responsibilities for his Cabinet Lead Members.The Cabinet line-up was confirmed earlier this month and each Member has been allocated the following... |
| Heritage Lottery Fund to support youth mosaic project in Denbighshire | The Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has awarded a grant of £24, 000 to Denbighshire Heritage Service for the Merseyside Connections mosaic project, it was announced today. The project - which compliments Liverpool Capital of Culture 2008 - will... |
| People Power pays of for a Prestatyn School | Staff at Ysgol Penmorfa, Prestatyn, will be ending the Summer term on a high after being awarded Investors in People Award (IIP) and Investors in People Leadership and Management Standard. In a report from the IIP assessor, Penmorfa was... |
| 18/06/2008 | |
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| Garry Davies gets the youngsters’ vote | Youngsters at a Vale of Clwyd primary school have lent their support to a campaign to vote for Garry Davies for the prestigious Council Worker of the Year award. Garry, who works for Denbighshire Countryside Service, has been nominated by... |
| 17/06/2008 | |
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| Council responds to Estyn feedback on education | Denbighshire County Council has continued with the good start made to address the recommendations following the Estyn inspection, with improved leadership and a clearer direction for education services, according to feedback received by Estyn... |
| Council congratulates new Vice Chair of North Wales Fire and Rescue Authority | Denbighshire County Council has congratulated Councillor Sharon Frobisher (Prestatyn South West) on her election as Vice Chair of the North Wales Fire and Rescue Authority for 2008/09.Chair of the County Council, Councillor Ray Bartley, said "On... |
| 16/06/2008 | |
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| Council concerned at Revenues and Customs plans for Rhyl base | Denbighshire County Council has expressed concern at a proposal by HM Revenue and Customs to withdraw its service from Rhyl.HM Revenue and Customs is carrying out a review as part of a move to modernise its operations throughout the UK and has... |
| Community life captured on camera | A pioneering film showing life and times of two villages in the Clwydian Range during the 1940s and 50s has had the final edited and narrated version screened publicly for the first time. The film has been produced using cine footage captured... |
| Wipe the slate clean with library no fines amnesty | Denbighshire’s Library Service is launching a three week amnesty that allows the public to return overdue library books without being fined. People who have library books, DVD’s or CD’s that are long overdue have the opportunity to return them... |
| Double century celebrations for Homeswapper | More than 200 tenants living in Denbighshire have now registered for the Homeswapper scheme. Homeswapper is a web based mutual exchange service which automatically searches for potential moves for Council and Housing Association tenants. ... |
| 13/06/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire supports National Bike Week | Denbighshire County Council is joining in the spirit of Bike Week (June 14 – 22) with a series of training activities for the county’s children.Bike Week is an annual opportunity to promote cycling as a source of fitness and fun.... |
| Algal blooms are causing a stir along Denbighshire’s coastline | The marine algal bloom, phytoplankton, is affecting some beaches in North Wales including Rhyl and Prestatyn. The blooms, which are seen as foam along the coastline, are currently forming in Liverpool Bay. They are caused by increased marine... |
| 12/06/2008 | |
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| A Wii Console-ation for Denbighshire’s Older People | To help Denbighshire County Council promote Adult Learners week (May 17 – 24), NIACE (National Institute for Adult Continuing Education) provided funding to purchase a Nintendo Wii. This year, Adult Learners Week was led by Denbighshire’s Older... |
| 11/06/2008 | |
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| Vale of Clwyd Tour | Vale of Clwyd TourDenbighshire County Council has been involved in developing a new Vale of Clwyd tour which introduces visitors to the hidden gems of the region.Each of the ten locations identified on the tour has a new interpretation board... |
| 10/06/2008 | |
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| Date confirmed for Green Lane roadworks | Denbighshire County Council has been informed by contractors that roadworks planned for Green Lane, Corwen are scheduled to begin the week commencing Monday, June 23. The Council's bridges section will be carrying out essential repairs and... |
| Traditional building skills prove a lifeline for local historic buildings | Over the past 18 months a series of free courses aimed at protecting North East Wales’ building heritage has proved a huge success for its organisers.The courses, held in Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham, were introduced by Cadwyn Clwyd... |
| Focus on the elderly for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day | On 16th June Denbighshire and Conwy County Councils, North Wales Police, Age Concern and Conwy & Denbighshire NHS Trust are holding an event to raise awareness for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The event will be held in the foyer of Ysbty... |
| 09/06/2008 | |
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| Library user campaign targets the young | Libraries in Denbighshire have launched a new campaign to encourage babies and toddlers to become library members.Every child aged 0-3 who joins the library for the first time will be given a Bookstart teddy bear as a free gift.Libraries love... |
| Highway improvement works in Ruthin | Denbighshire County Council is informing motorists and residents of Ruthin that highway improvement works on Castle Street are scheduled to start on Monday, June 23.The scheduled works include the provision of kerb adjacent to 7 Castle Street... |
| 05/06/2008 | |
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| Food Safety Week | Denbighshire County Council Trading Standards and Environmental Health Team, working with the Food Standards Agency, is gearing up for Food Safety Week which takes place from June 9-13.The theme of the UK-wide campaign is "GermWatch” and... |
| Denbighshire supports Men’s Health Week | The 2008 National Men’s Health week, organised by Men’s Health Forum, runs from June 9 – 15.This year the focus will be on men in the workplace and Denbighshire County Council is taking up the challenge by offering various activities throughout... |
| Council calls on Post Office to come clean on the facts | Denbighshire County Council has called on the Post Office Ltd to release information about the total number of transactions at each post office in the county. The call has come following the release by BT of information on the number of calls... |
| 04/06/2008 | |
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| DigitalCre8or | A brand new course will see students getting creative with digital media The British Computer Society (BCS) Digital Creator Award - or DigitalCre8or - is an exciting new qualification designed to meet the needs of people who want to make the most... |
| 03/06/2008 | |
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| Gerry gets in gear for charity bike ride | A Denbighshire County Council member of staff will be getting on his bike for a 15 mile bike ride - all in aid of charity.Gerry Lapington, who works in the Health and Safety department based at County Hall, Ruthin will take part in the ride... |
| Spotlight on social care in Denbighshire | Denbighshire County Council is joining forces with various agencies and organisations across the social care sector to provide information, activities and interactive workshops with a social care theme. A series of open days will be held across... |
| Denbighshire’s Cabinet line-up finalised | The Leader of Denbighshire, Councillor Hugh Evans has confirmed the appointment of the ninth and final member of his Cabinet. Councillor David Thomas (Labour- Rhyl South West) is the Lead member for economic development and regeneration and he... |
| County celebrates Urdd successes | Denbighshire County Council wishes to congratulate the county's students on their success at the annual Urdd Eisteddfod, hosted in Penrhyn Bay, Conwy last week.Pupils from the county's schools competed in numerous stage competitions, including... |
| Success at core of historic building | Award winning Nantclwyd y Dre, the 15th Century timber framed town house in Ruthin has yet again proved to be a winner. The firm of architects involved with the restoration of the building, Donald Insall Associates, picked up their Green Apple... |
| Celebrating opportunities for people with learning disabilities | As part of Learning Disabilities Week (16-21 June), Denbighshire Social Services are highlighting the range of services and opportunities that are available for people with learning disabilities. The Work Opportunities Scheme offers people... |
| 02/06/2008 | |
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| It’s competition time at Denbighshire’s youth website | Two competitions are currently being run on the Youthden website for the chance to win a season ticket to Bodelwyddan Castle for entrants of any age or an overnight ghost hunt for people aged 18-25. The competition runs until June 23 and for... |
| Best feet forward in Race for Life | Teams of Denbighshire County Council staff put their best feet forward for this year’s annual Race for Life event in aid of Cancer Research UK. Raising well over £2,000 between them, the Denbighshire teams joined with 3,100 women who took... |
| Welcome to the Iron Age – Rocks, Ramparts and Rambles | If Time Team tickles your tastebuds, then the Welcome to the Iron Age- Rocks, Ramparts and Rambles will be just up your street.On Saturday 21st June visitors are invited to hear presentations from three eminent national archaeologists about the... |
| Family support Garry’s Award bid | The family of a man who sadly died, despite the efforts of a Denbighshire Countryside Service officer to rescue him from the sea at Prestatyn, have offered their support after Garry Davies was shortlisted for bravery in the Council Worker of the... |
| Get on board with your bus comments | Bus users in the Dee Valley can have their say about bus services in the area during surgeries being held in Llangollen and Corwen on Friday, July 4.They will be held at the One Stop Shop in Llangollen between 10am and 12pm and at the Corwen One... |
| LDP consultation | Denbighshire County Council’s consultation on the draft Local Development Plan (LDP) is now underway and a series of information roadshows are being held this month.The document will be available in the County’s libraries or on the Council’s... |
| Helping hands in India | A Denbighshire County Council officer vows to continue her work with vulnerable women and children after returning from a fact finding mission to India in March.Bridget Stokes, a Care Craft co-ordinator at Hafan Deg Day Care Centre in Rhyl,... |
| 30/05/2008 | |
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| Leader announces cabinet | Councillor Hugh Evans, leader of Denbighshire County Council, has announced seven appointments to his Cabinet. Councillor Evans said "I received 18 applications to join the Cabinet, from all political groups, and I have considered them carefully.... |
| 28/05/2008 | |
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| Super sleuths get ready to solve crime at Ruthin Gaol | Crime Detection Exhibition and competition Learn how to be a crime solver by exploring the world of the forensic scientist at Ruthin Gaol this June. Throughout the month, visitors to the gaol will be given the opportunity to study a crime... |
| Volunteer drivers to receive national accolade | A team of volunteer drivers helping older people enjoy a new lease of life are to pick up an award at the 2008 Wales Volunteer of the Year.Denbighshire Night Rider Volunteers are among 10 adults, three young people and three groups about to... |
| Keep Wales Tidy | Denbighshire meets the exacting standards of environmental charity, Keep Wales Tidy Inspectors from the Keep Wales Tidy charity spent two days in the county this month and have awarded Denbighshire an overall street cleanliness score of 96.8%.... |
| 27/05/2008 | |
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| Big Lottery Funding to fight child obesity in Denbighshire | A total of £338,173 has been awarded to Denbighshire’s Health, Social Care and Well-Being Partnership following a successful grant bid this month. The grant will be used under the Way of Life Programme to fund 2 posts for 3 years to promote... |
| 23/05/2008 | |
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| Resurfacing works on Coast Road | Denbighshire County Council is informing motorists that major resurfacing works on the A548 Coast Road between the Robin Hood Holiday camp and its junction with Earlswood Avenue will commence on Monday June 2, 2008.The works are expected to... |
| 22/05/2008 | |
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| Green Lane road works | Denbighshire County Council is informing motorists in the Corwen area of roadworks which are due to begin in early June.The Council's bridges section will be carrying out essential repairs and refurbishment of a bridge along Green Lane, Corwen,... |
| Blue flag flying at Prestatyn Central beach | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news that one of the county's beaches has been awarded the prestigious blue flag for cleanliness.Prestatyn Central Beach is one of forty two Welsh beaches and five marinas that have been given the honour... |
| Council calls for Post Office consultation extension | Denbighshire County Council is calling again on the Post Office to consider extending the local public consultation on proposed closures of branches in North Wales.The Post Office will be consulting on the issue between 29 July and 15 September,... |
| Children's choir stars of the show | The youngsters of a brand new children’s choir will be among the stars of the show when they make their debut at a special event in Corwen next month.The 30-strong Cor Plant Edeyrnion has only recently been formed but on Friday, June 13, they... |
| Grand slam for Corwen | The famous Six Nations Trophy is heading to North Wales to ensure a Grand Slam for Corwen – and the children’s hospice, Ty Gobaith.The magnificent cup, won by Ryan Jones’s team when they completed a memorable Grand Slam by beating France in... |
| Emergency Duty Team to be launched across North East Wales local authorities | A new social services Emergency Duty Team (EDT) covering Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham counties has been set up and will be launched in June. This is a collaborative development across the three local authorities, to provide effective... |
| 21/05/2008 | |
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| Your views needed on payphones closure plans | Denbighshire County Council is urging anyone with a view on BT's plans to close 25 public payphones in the county to get in touch with the Council to have their say.The proposals refer to phone boxes in the Maeshafn, Cynwyd, Llandrillo,... |
| 20/05/2008 | |
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| Poetry in motion at Ruthin Library | The poet Samantha Wynne Rhydderch will be launching her new book in Ruthin, as part of a programme of activities arranged by Denbighshire Library Service to promote the National Year of Reading in Wales.Samantha, who is from New Quay,... |
| Council chooses Chair and Vice Chair | Denbighshire County Council has chosen Councillor Raymond Bartley (Independent – Denbigh Lower) as its Chairman for the coming year.Councillor Bartley, a former psychiatric nurse, has been a local councillor for 25 years and became a county... |
| Denbighshire's Leadership announced | Denbighshire County Council has confirmed that Councillor Hugh Evans has been re-elected as Leader of the Council following a ballot of members at County Hall, Ruthin today (Tuesday, May 20).Councillor Evans (Independent, Llanfair Dyffryn... |
| 19/05/2008 | |
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| Town footballers kick start reading campaign | Pick up a book from your local library is the message from members of Llangollen Football Club as they team up with Denbighshire Library Service to promote reading and the wealth of activities on offer in the county's libraries.This initiative... |
| National Award for historic townhouse | Denbighshire is delighted to have been awarded the Welsh Building Conservation Award for 2008 from the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) for its work in renovating Nantclwyd y Dre, Ruthin. This prestigious award, which is sponsored... |
| 16/05/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire welcomes news of a windfall | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news of a £103k grant awarded by the Welsh Assembly Government to improve the local environment. The grant, announced by Welsh Assembly Minister, Jane Davidson, today (Thursday) is part of a £3m package... |
| Geared up for Motorcycle Safety | Efforts to reduce the number of motorcycle fatalities on the roads of Denbighshire and Wrexham will be supported by a summer of television commercials on ITV Wales (HTV) beginning next week. The 30 second commercial has been commissioned to... |
| 15/05/2008 | |
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| Explore Denbigh signage boost | New interpretation panels are being installed in three car parks in Denbigh to improve links to the town centre, castle and town walls. The issue of limited signage was highlighted in the Denbigh Business Action Plan and following... |
| Blue badges to be issued at One Stop Shops | Blue badge disability parking permits will soon be available at One Stop Shops as part of a new initiative being introduced by Denbighshire County Council. Corwen One Stop Shop, located in Neuadd Edeyrnion on the Square, will be the first to... |
| Update on Rhuddlan recycling plans | Denbighshire County Council has decided to withdraw its planning application for a new recycling park in Rhuddlan due to a formal objection from the Environment Agency. The Agency had asked the council to design the site so that it could deal... |
| 14/05/2008 | |
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| On the road with Clwydian Range promotion | The campaign to promote the Clwydian Range has gone mobile - with an advertising feature now appearing on a bus service connecting Chester with the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).The bus now has a large image of the Clwydian Range... |
| Chair of Governors Forum | The first official meeting of the Chair of Governors Forum took place at St Brigid’s School in Denbigh on May 7.Many representatives from both primary and secondary schools attended the meeting which was chaired by Canon John Glover, chairman of... |
| Have your say on development consultation | A series of roadshows get underway in June as Denbighshire County Council consults on its draft Local Development Plan (LDP). The document will be available in the County’s libraries or on the Council’s website from June 2nd.This is the first... |
| 13/05/2008 | |
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| ‘Painted Ladies’ | ‘Painted Ladies’ is the theme for this year’s artist in residence at Plas Newydd, Llangollen. Starting on May 5, artist, Ann Bridges, began a month-long project based on the lives and journals of the Ladies of Llangollen, and will be keeping... |
| Denbighshire County Council - Leadership Candidates | Denbighshire County Council has confirmed that the following nominations have been received for the role of Leader of the Council:Councillor Hugh Evans (Independent, Llanfair Dyffryn Clwyd/Gwyddelwern)Councillor Evans has been nominated by... |
| Melody making at music workshop | Members of a young brass band from the Vale of Clwyd will improve their musical skills at a workshop being hosted by members of Tubalate, a professional brass quartet.The Seren Fach/ Little Stars band is led by John and Heather Powell and... |
| Council responds to Post Office decision | Council responds to Post Office decision to extend consultation period by one weekDenbighshire County Council has responded to information that the Post Office has decided to extend the consultation period on closures in North Wales by one week.... |
| Planning one of the best records in Wales | Denbighshire has one of the best records in Wales when it comes to the number of planning appeals upheld.Figures released by from the Planning Officers Society Wales showed that Denbighshire had the 4th best record in Wales in 2005/06, with... |
| 12/05/2008 | |
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| Elections - What happens next | The county councillors elected on May 1st recently attended an induction day at County Hall, Ruthin where they were briefed on the Council's constitution and the functions of, and key issues facing, the four directorates. Councillors also... |
| Political Groups on Denbighshire County Council | Denbighshire County Council has confirmed that five political groups have been formed following the elections on 1 May. Conservative, 18 Members Group Leader: Councillor Dewi Owens (St. Asaph)Independent, 11 Members Group Leader: ... |
| Carers Strategy – we care what you think | Denbighshire County Council wants to hear your views on a new draft strategy for carers in the county.The document is available on the website: www.denbighshire.gov.uk and copies are also available to view in libraries and one stop shops in... |
| Children get scientific at Maes Hyfryd | Youngsters at Ysgol Maes Hyfryd, Cynwyd are turning their attention to the world of science as part of a week long programme of activities to mark Science Week (May 12-16).The following themes will be explored:Monday Using laser lights in... |
| Ysgol Pant Pastynog | Pupils from Ysgol Pant Pastynog prepare to unveil their mosaic masterpiece. Youngsters at the school have been busy designing and creating their work of art with the help of mosaic artist, Tricia Jones of Llandrillo, and the finished piece is now... |
| Rhyl High pupils bring home top title in hockey | Staff and pupils were celebrating last week when they returned triumphant from a national hockey competition. The the boys’ team came back victorious having claimed the title of Welsh under 16s school hockey champions after winning the title in... |
| 09/05/2008 | |
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| Play group boost for Trefnant | Parents and children get set to benefit from increased childcare opportunities at Ysgol Trefnant thanks to the new playgroup, Puddle-Ducks, as well as a new Mother and Toddler group, which were both opened on May 6. Playgroup details... |
| Free Food Safety Seminar | Denbighshire County Council will be offering free food safety seminars and coaching for the food businesses of Denbighshire during 2008. The half day seminars will help food business owners and managers to understand the Food Standards Agency... |
| 08/05/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire opens new doors to learning for Adult Learners Week | Adult Learners week, which runs from May 17 - 23, kicks off to a special start with the grand opening of a new purpose built Denbighshire Community Learning Centre on the campus of Ysgol Brynhyfryd, Ruthin. The event starts at 10am on site and... |
| Top Brass Visit Denbighshire | Denbighshire County Council played host to a delegation of nine senior military officers from three continents who visited Rhyl on 6 May. They are undertaking a year-long course at the Royal College of Defence Studies in London during which... |
| Adult Learners Week in Denbighshire | A series of free taster sessions are being arranged for adult learners in Denbighshire, to coincide with Adult Learners Week (May 17- 24).The sessions have been arranged at the following locations:Ysgol Dinas Bran, Llangollen:Wednesday,... |
| 07/05/2008 | |
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| Well-being activity grants up for grabs | Voluntary, statutory and community groups across Denbighshire are invited to apply for a share of £25,000 funding available to promote well-being activities in the county.Healthy Denbighshire intends to support up to seven bids of between... |
| Tribute to Steve Brake - Council's community arts officer | Denbighshire County Council has paid tribute to its community arts officer who died today (Tuesday, May 6).Steve Brake was educated at Wimbledon and St. Martin’s (Sculpture) School of Art and undertook his postgraduate studies in Arts... |
| Denbighshire school reclaims playing field | Denbighshire school children can look forward to a proper sports day for the first time in three years thanks to their Board of Governors.The sports field at Ysgol Y Castell in Rhuddlan has been out of commission for the past three years after... |
| Denbighshire delivers for the deaf community | Denbighshire Social Services and partners are highlighting the services and projects available for people with a hearing impairment in Denbighshire as part of Deaf Awareness Week (5th – 11th May 2008). The Wales Council for Deaf People is... |
| Celebrating Europe Day in North East Wales | European issues will be on the agenda for three Denbighshire schools taking part in events to mark Europe Day (Friday, May 9)- exactly 51 years since the creation of the European Union.Students from Ysgol Dinas Bran (Llangollen), Ysgol... |
| Turnout in council elections in Denbighshire | Denbighshire County Council has confirmed that turnout in last Thursday's elections for county councillors was 42.4%Among those voting by post, the turnout was 70%.The 42.4% turnout compares favourably to voting levels in the three Assembly... |
| 06/05/2008 | |
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| Changing picture of Denbighshire Councillors | Last Thursday's elections saw a 50% increase in the number of women who are County Councillors in Denbighshire. Ten women were elected to serve on the County Council in 1999 and 2004. Fifteen were elected last week, representing 32% of the 47... |
| Promoting food health and safety in Denbighshire | Denbighshire Environmental Health Officers, working within the Food and Health and Safety Team, are continuing to ensure that all food produced, imported and distributed in Denbighshire is safe to eat and complies with hygiene... |
| Making safety a priority in the workplace | Denbighshire County Council’s Environmental Health Officers and Health and Safety Officers have been taking swift enforcement action to ensure that employers provide a safe workplace to prevent accidents and fatalities.During 2006/07 241... |
| 02/05/2008 | |
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| Election Results 2008 | The Local Government Elections took place on Thursday 1 May 2008. Elections were held across Wales in 22 County & County Boroughs. Within Denbighshire, voting was for 47 County Councillors in 30 Electoral Divisions. The new Council will be... |
| A guided tour with a twist awaits visitors to Plas Newydd, Llangollen | Every second Sunday of the month, visitors to Plas Newydd can enjoy a guided tour of the house in the form of a costume performance by 18 year old Clare Wall from Chirk. Over the centuries, Plas Newydd, Llangollen has become synonymous with its... |
| 01/05/2008 | |
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| Council officer shortlisted for Worker of the Year award | Denbighshire County Council has welcomed news that a member of its Countryside Service team has been short-listed for one of the prestigious Council Worker of the Year Awards 2008, in recognition of an act of bravery. Garry Davies, who is based... |
| Denbighshire Supported Lodgings (DSL) open its doors | Denbighshire has seen a rise in the number of homeless young people and Denbighshire Supporting Lodgings (DSL) began operating in February 2008 in response to this growing need. A launch event will take place on Tuesday 13th May at the Eirianfa... |
| 30/04/2008 | |
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| Council pays tribute to former chairman | Denbighshire County Council has paid tribute to Mr Tom Parry of Prestatyn who died at St Kentigern's Hospice yesterday (29 April).Mr Parry represented Prestatyn Central from 1995 until he retired as a councillor at the last elections in 2004. He... |
| Suspicious claims warning | Any suspicious claims against Denbighshire County Council will be robustly defended, the authority has warned.This warning follows a case at Rhyl County Court last week where the Council successfully defended a case of negligence after an... |
| Team successes lead Denbighshire schools to Welsh finals | Sporty youngsters from Denbighshire will go head to head against other schools from across Wales in national sport competitions being arranged by Urdd Gobaith Cymru at Aberystwyth on May 10th.The following schools will be representing... |
| 29/04/2008 | |
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| Half term fun is on its way to Denbigh Leisure Centre this May. | Youngsters aged 8 – 12 are invited to join the fun at two day-long sessions which will include a variety of activites, sports, games, arts and crafts at Denbigh Leisure Centre on May 28 and 29 from 8.30am to 4pm. The sessions cost £13 for one... |
| It’s not too late to make your vote count if you miss the post | Denbighshire wishes to remind people that the the last day for posting postal votes is tomorrow (Wednesday). Anyone that misses the post should complete the postal vote and deliver it in the appropriate envelope to any polling station in... |
| Spooky investigation at Plas Newydd | Paranormal investigators from TV’s Most Haunted travelled to Plas Newydd, Llangollen for their latest spooky investigation which hits the small screen tonight (Tuesday) at 9pm on Living TV. For the programme, presenter Yvette Fielding and her... |
| 28/04/2008 | |
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| How much does your caravan weigh? | If you want to find out, come along to the weighbridge on the St Asaph – Rhuddlan by-pass (southbound) on Thursday May 8 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.Denbighshire Trading Standards are holding a “Weigh Day”. They are inviting caravan and boat... |
| Bosnia veteran guest stars at county business function | Colonel Bob Stewart, the first British UN Commander in Bosnia will share his experiences with delegates at a special dinner being hosted in Denbighshire next month.The Rhyl Business Dinner event has been arranged by Denbighshire’s Area... |
| Denbighshire staff reach for the sky in Superkids fundraiser | Denbighshire County Council staff will be getting involved in a variety of events taking place on 31st May across Rhyl to raise money for the charity North Wales Superkids. Throughout the day Frank Inskip, caretaker of the Social Services... |
| Opportunities for all during Adult Learner’s Week | Organisations and community groups from across Denbighshire have taken up the challenge of using Adult Learners’ Week (17th – 24th May) to showcase the diverse range of opportunities that exist for people who want to get back into learning.NIACE... |
| Vote 2008 | The elections for county and town / community councils take place on Thursday, May 1st. Polling stations will be open between 7am and 10pm. Votes will be verified on Thursday night and the counting will begin at 10am on Friday, May 2nd. ... |
| 24/04/2008 | |
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| Ysgol Dinas Bran students learn about road safety - Joint release with NW Fire Service | Year 12 and 13 pupils from Ysgol Dinas Bran, Llangollen were taught the reality of being involved in a road traffic collision during a hard hitting presentation this week by firefighters from Wrexham fire station. The presentation included a... |
| 23/04/2008 | |
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| School Closure Information - Thursday 24 April 2008 | Due to industrial action by NUT members (National Union of Teachers) on Thursday 24th April 2008, some schools have made the decision to close / partially close. Please find below a list of all Denbighshire Schools and their status for... |
| 22/04/2008 | |
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| Runaway success for Denbighshire postal votes | Denbighshire County Council has announced that 12,400 postal votes for the forthcoming county and community council elections on 1 May were posted on 16 April. This represents 16.8% of the electorate. Denbighshire is believed to be the first... |
| Aerosol paint sales warning | A third of shops illegally sold aerosol paint to under 16s during a recent test purchasing operation by Denbighshire Trading Standards.Since the 31st of March 2004, the Anti-Social Behaviour Act 2003 has made it an offence to sell spray paint to... |
| Wrexham Football Club kicks off a year long partnership with a Denbigh school. | Wrexham Football Club kicks off a year long partnership with a Denbigh school. Pupils at Ysgol Heulfre, Denbigh are getting some extra special coaching in a year-long initiative between the school and Wrexham Football Club. Headteacher, Colin... |
| 21/04/2008 | |
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| Petition about Community Agency | Denbighshire County Council has confirmed that the chief executive received an invitation from the Clwyd Coast Credit Union, dated 15 April, asking him to receive a petition at 2pm today (Monday 21 April) about the proposed redundancies at the... |
| Workshop drama at Pant Pastynog | Youngsters at a Denbighshire primary school got all dramatic for a special workshop arranged with a television actress originally from the Vale of Clwyd.Manon Elis, who was raised at Llandyrnog, spent time working with pupils at Ysgol Pant... |
| Focus on Down Syndrome | A special conference highlighting issues for practitioners and parents of children with Down Syndrome is being held at Ysgol Tir Morfa, Rhyl on Friday, April 25. The event, which runs from 9am to 4pm, has been organised by Denbighshire`s... |
| Don’t leave a shred of evidence to support identity fraud | Conwy and Denbighshire’s Trading Standards officers are urging everyone to be especially careful about how they dispose of personal mail and documents after papers containing personal information were spotted at a civic amenity site in Abergele.... |
| Re-organisation of post 16 education in Rhyl | Denbighshire County Council has announced details of two consultation meetings arranged for members of the public to have their say on the proposed re-organisation of post 16 education in Rhyl.The meetings will be held at Coleg Llandrillo Rhyl,... |
| Lifting the lid on crime | Denbighshire County Council would like to ask the public to be vigilant and report any missing drainage covers (also known as gully lids).There have been a number of recent incidents where drainage covers have been removed, particularly in... |
| 17/04/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire continues fight against environmental crime | Denbighshire’s Coastal Facilities Enforcement Officers will be increasing their patrols over the coming weeks around Rhyl and Prestatyn. A number of hotspots have been identified, where environmental crime such as littering and dog fouling are... |
| Joining the library just got easier! | To celebrate the National Year of Reading (NYR), Denbighshire Libraries have made it even easier for you to join your local library.By taking just one form of identification that includes your signature and address along to the library, you can... |
| 16/04/2008 | |
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| World of books comes alive for county’s youngsters | More children in Denbighshire took part in the Big Wild Read than in any other part of Wales. Figures released by The Reading Agency this week show that Denbighshire was the top authority in Wales for the number of children participating in and... |
| Digging up the past | Digging up the pastVisitors to Pen y Cloddiau hillfort, near Llangwyfan, will get the chance to see an archaeological excavation this May.Between May 7 and 10, archaeologists from the Clwyd-Powys Archaeological Trust, based in Welshpool, will be... |
| Corwen car park update | Denbighshire County Council is informing Corwen residents and visitors that the Green Lane car park has partially re-opened to motorists.A limited amount of space for parking is now available at the car park, with the remaining renovations... |
| 15/04/2008 | |
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| Denbighshire supports real nappy week | Denbighshire County Council is working with Waste Awareness Wales and Sustainable Wales to encourage new parents to consider using real nappies on their children.This year’s Real Nappy Week (21-27 April) is being launched by Welsh newsreader and... |
| 14/04/2008 | |
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| Applications invited for public art projects | A joint partnership project for Denbighshire County Council,Prestatyn Town Council, The Countryside County for Wales and Friends of Prestatyn Railway has been successful in being awarded a £72,000 grant award from the Arts Council for Wales for... |
| Views needed on Post 16 education in Rhyl | Denbighshire County Council has launched a formal consultation on proposals to re-organise post 16 education in Rhyl.In February, Denbighshire’s Cabinet agreed for the Council to consult on proposals to close the sixth forms at Rhyl High School... |
| 11/04/2008 | |
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| Empty property initiative launched | An innovative partnership has been developed between Denbighshire County Council and North Wales Housing Association to develop an Empty Homes Strategy for the county. The partnership will employ an Empty Homes Officer for an initial period of... |
| 10/04/2008 | |
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| Keep an eye on your garden wildlife | Denbighshire’s Biodiversity team is calling for your help in monitoring garden wildlife in the county.The Council, working in partnership with Conwy and Flintshire Councils, Snowdonia National Park, the Countryside Council for Wales and Cofnod,... |
| Have your say on race equality scheme | Ethnic and minority groups and individuals living and working in Denbighshire are urged to have their say on the County’s new Draft Race Equality Scheme, which sets out the actions the Council will be taking to improve services to minority... |
| Students pack their bags for European fact-finding mission | A visit to the European Parliament in Strasbourg is on the cards for a group of Denbighshire secondary school students who used their creative writing talents to come out top in an essay competition.The competition was arranged by the Europe... |
| 08/04/2008 | |
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| Council tax collection rates on the up | 98.1% of all council tax was collected in Denbighshire during the 2007/08 financial year, the highest rate for the county since local government re-organisation in 1996.This figure is up 0.2% on last year and Denbighshire is expected to be one... |
| Single Status review of pay and conditions in Denbighshire | Denbighshire County Council has completed its Single Status review of pay and conditions of employment for over 3500 employees, from manual workers to senior managers.The review follows a report from the Local Government Pay Commission in 2004... |
| Comments needed on Children and Young People's Plan | Children, young people, families and individuals from Denbighshire communities are urged to have their say on plans to make a positive difference to the lives of children and young people in the county. The Denbighshire Children and Young... |
| Council presses for later consultation on Post Offices | At today’s (Tuesday) full council meeting, Denbighshire County Council agreed to seek a delay in the consultation on Post Off |