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New mental health crisis facility to officially launch
A new mental health crisis facility is set to officially launch in Cardiff. The Seibiant Sanctuary, run by mental health and social justice charity Platfform, will be the first non-clinical, community-based, and trauma-informed alternative to A
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Barry public notices: Probate and premises licence
There were two public notices recently issued for the Barry area. The notices - which can all be viewed on the Public Notice Portal - include a probate and an application to vary a premises licence. Probate notice - Adolphus Stevens The
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Barry weather forecast: Wind and rain set to hit town
The Met Office has predicted a relatively dry end to the week in Barry but it is set to get windier and wetter as the weekend progresses. Thursday is predicted to be overcast for the majority of the day, although some sunny spells are expected
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College students to compete in WorldSkills UK Finals
A number of students from Cardiff and Vale College are set to compete in the WorldSkills UK Finals. The 12 learners will face off against regional winners from across the UK in their respective disciplines. The Cardiff and Vale College (CAVC
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Female creatives in wartime are the focus of Barry museum talk
The role of women artists and photographers during the world wars is set to be celebrated in a Barry museum talk. Historian Rosemary Chaloner will host the talk at Barry War Museum and Heritage Centre on Thursday, November 28, at 7pm. She will
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Barry planning applications: Fire barriers and granny annex
A number of planning applications and non-material amendments have been submitted to the council for Barry. Here are the applications submitted to the Vale of Glamorgan Council between Monday, November 4, and Sunday, November 10. Fire barrier
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Registration now open for 2025 Welsh 3 Peaks challenge
Registration is now open for the 2025 Welsh 3 Peaks challenge. This event is being held in aid of Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice. On June 7, teams will attempt to conquer Eryri, Cadair Idris, and Pen-Y-Fan, covering a total of 20.35 miles and
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Hensol Castle Distillery launches first vodka line
The UK's only distillery within a castle has launched its first vodka line. Hensol Castle Distillery, based in the Vale of Glamorgan, is expanding its range beyond gin and rum with the introduction of Hensol Castle Vodka. The vodka is distilled
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Barry's former mayor raises more than £3400 for charity
The former mayor of Barry has raised more than £3,400 for charity. Councillor Ian Johnson, who was mayor for 2023 - 2024, presented the cheques to Mind in the Vale and 2Wish at an event in Barry Town Hall. The money was raised through a series
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A new veterinary practise is being set up in the Vale
A pair of industrial units in Barry are being transformed into a veterinary practise. An application submitted by Vale Veterinary Practise has been approved by the Vale council to transform units 18/19 of the Ty Verlon Industrial estate into a
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Vale of Glamorgan Council decisions on Barry planning applications
The Vale of Glamorgan Council has made a decision on two planning applications for the Barry area. The council made the decisions relating to an electric vehicle canopy and the conversion of units into flats between Monday, November 4, and Sunday
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Barry's form continues with another good win in the league
JD CYMRU PREMIER: BARRY TOWN UNITED 3 CONNAH’S QUAY NOMADS 2 Two goals from 18-year old substitute Ieuan Owen gave Barry the three points at home to last year’s Welsh Cup winners, Connah’s Quay Nomads. Town’s 88th minute winner was the third
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This Barry shop has a direct postbox to 'the North Pole'
This Barry business is making Christmas extra special for local children with a ‘letters to Santa’ scheme. A post-box located in Eto Preloved Kids store is sending letters directly to ‘The North Pole.’ The business has invited local children
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Iconic summer music festival GlastonBARRY features in behind-the-scenes documentary
A new documentary about Barry’s favourite local festival has been produced. The documentary titled ‘Behind the scenes at GlastonBARRY 2024’ is a backstage style expose of what running and setting up the festival entails. The documentary is
