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Twinning anniversary celebrated at Oriel Wrecsam

A special exhibition to mark the 40th anniversary of Wrexham’s twinning relationship with Markischer Kreis is to be held at Oriel Wrecsam.

Green Flags Fly in Wrexham

Wrexham County Borough now boasts 5 Green Flag status areas after Ponciau Banks Parks was awarded a green flag for the first time following its refurbishment last year.

Census Asks Family Historians To Share Their Stories

Today sees the launch of a new family history page of the 2011 Census website www.census.gov.uk/2011familyhistory along with a Facebook page where amateur genealogists can share their helpful tips for searching census records and discuss their findings.

New project improves young people's literacy

A groundbreaking project which encourages young people to improve their attitude towards reading has been hailed as a success.

Football coaching course with a twist comes to Wrexham

Wrexham will be hosting a football coaching course with a difference on Sunday September 5th.

Time for Celebration as Wrexham Pupils Achieve Best Ever Results!

Wrexham pupils are celebrating success! Today’s GCSE and vocational examination results are the best ever achieved in the county borough, as educational standards improve in Wrexham for the sixth successive year.

Temporary Closure of the A525 Marchwiel

A temporary closure of the A525 Marchwiel will come into force on Monday 23rd August 2010 between the hours of 7.00pm and 0600am to facilitate essential road repairs. During this period a signed diversionary route will be displayed with access to Marchwiel village being available at all times.

Northern Marches Cymru Grants Available

Grant still available to boost services in rural areas.

Contractor Appointed for Rhosymedre School

Watkin Jones have been awarded the contract to build a new £5 million, 210 place primary school in Rhosymedre and demolition works begin this month.

Chirk Crowned Best Village 2010

Chirk has been crowned Wrexham's Best Kept Village for the second year running with Llangollen Rural coming a very close second.

New affordable homes for Caia Park

New bungalows for local people are taking shape in the Coed Aben and Glan Gors areas of Caia Park, and representatives from the partnership providing the homes visited the site to see how work is progressing.

BT Fault currently affecting Wrexham County Borough telephones

We are aware of a BT telephone fault which is affecting a number of telephone lines in the County Borough. As a result you may have difficulties contacting us.

Plans Received for Llay School

Plans for major improvements to Llay Park Primary School have been submitted to Wrexham Council.

2010 A-Level Results

Once again, students in Wrexham schools have achieved excellent A Level results.

Street Rugby starts with a bang

Over 300 youngsters from throughout Wrexham have taken part in Street Rugby sessions since its launch last month.

Glassy Museum takes shape

The work to refurbish Wrexham County Borough Museum has taken a major step forward with the erection by contractors ISG of the new glass extension at the front of the building. The structure will house a new coffee shop and the museum’s reception and shop when the museum re-opens to the public early in the New Year.

Tourism Continues to Boost Wrexham’s Economy

Latest research shows tourism was worth over a staggering £79 million to the Wrexham economy last year.

Still time to jump on the 'Space Hop' at your local library

There is still plenty on offer to keep the kids entertained at you local library during the summer holidays.

School Improvement Web Pages

Wrexham Council have added a new section to their website. The pages under Schools Improvement show how work is progressing on building and refurbishment works taking place around the county borough.

Europe Direct coming to a library near you!

Europe Direct Wrexham has organised a series of ‘roadshows’ across local library branches throughout August.

Guided Walk through Berwyn Ranges and Ceiriog Forest

On Wednesday the 2nd of September a member of Wrexham Council’s Public Rights of Way section will be leading a walk from Llanarmon Dyffryn Ceiriog onto the Berwyn ranges and through the Ceiriog Forest. The walk also takes you pass Dolwen farm, an ancient farmhouse that according to tradition is associated with Owain Glyndwr.

Blue Green Algae detected at Acton Park Lake

Following tests by the Environment Agency on behalf of Wrexham County Borough Council a bloom of Blue Green Algae has been detected at Acton Park lake. Blue Green Algae can be toxic to humans and animals, if swallowed or if it comes into contact with the skin, therefore no one should enter the lake or allow their pets to come into contact with the water. Blue Green Algae is naturally occurring usually during periods of calm warm weather.

New volunteer website now online!

Wrexham County Borough Council is pleased to announce a new volunteers section to the Public Rights of Way website.

Clywedog Sports Centre hosts Mini-Football World Cup

Spain may have triumphed in South Africa, but the Wrexham and District Under 8's were involved in their very own World Cup event.

Market showcase for small businesses

Wrexham town centre businesses will be showcasing their goods and services at a special event on Queens Square.

Beat boredom with free Bowls sessions at Ponciau Banks

Ponciau Banks Park Bowls Club are offering youngsters the opportunity to beat the summer holiday boredom with a series of free crown green bowls sessions for children and young people.

Help on hand for young people and their families

A programme which aims strengthen young people’s relationship with their parents is inviting local families to take part.

Home Boarding Licence Introduced

The UK has recently experienced an increase in the number of small businesses geared around the service of ‘home boarding’ pets. Home boarding is generally considered to be the provision of overnight accommodation, and food, for an animal in a private dwelling which is not its own home in exchange for payment.

Pioneering health project gets underway in Wrexham

An ambitious and far-reaching project to improve the prevention and treatment of a wide range of painful and life-threatening illnesses gets underway in Wrexham this week.

Council welcomes £30m Sharp investment

Wrexham County Borough Council has welcomed the news that the Sharp Corporation has announced a £30 million investment in their Llay based manufacturing plant.

School gets Gold Star for PE

St Mary’s Catholic School has finished top of the class after their work in PE received a glowing report. The Sports Council for Wales and the Association for Physical Education (afPE) are championing schools which recognise the importance of PE.

Romans to invade Bersham Ironworks this Sunday

The Roman Army will descend upon Wrexham when History Alive! comes to Bersham Ironworks this Sunday (12-4pm).

Safety message a winner with students

A recent campaign promoting personal safety in Wrexham has produced a winning outcome in more ways than one.

Children's University Gold Awards 2010

Children and young people from across Wrexham donned their cap and gowns to have their achievements celebrated at a special awards ceremony.

Young people's room given an 'inspiring' makeover at Wrexham Maelor

A room where young people can relax at Wrexham Maelor Hospital has been given a dramatic makeover.

Are you a Private Sector Landlord or Tenant?

Wrexham Council’s Housing Standards Team is working with landlords’ and tenants’ to improve the quality of accommodation available in the private rented sector.

Play Day Heading for Queens Square

Children of all ages are invited to Queens Square on 4th August to celebrate National Play Day 2010 between 12.00 am and 4.00 pm.

Local Access Forum to meet in August

The next meeting of the Wrexham Local Access Forum will be held at 1.30pm on Friday 20th August 2010 in the Village Hall, Llanarmon Dyffryn Ceiriog, Wrexham LL20 7LD.

Bellevue Park Centenary Celebration

Bellevue Park celebrates its 100th birthday on Sunday 25th July with a fun packed day in the park. The day will feature a range of music and dance performances, in addition to a range of attractions for all ages.

Summer Trip with the Friends of Bellevue Park

The Friends of Bellevue Park annual summer trip will take them to Stanley Park in Blackpool and the seaside town of St Anne's.

Town centre mobility event aims to raise awareness

A special event is being held to promote services that can help people with mobility needs access Wrexham town centre.

We have lift off at Wrexham Library

Libraries across Wales are ready to send children on an intergalactic adventure that will keep them reading throughout the summer holidays with the 2010 Summer Reading Challenge – Space Hop. They will have to help the young crew of the Ex-Libris to set up the first library on the Moon! But watch out for the dastardly Spacekatz!

Book your place at the greatest sporting event in Wales this year…

It is one of the premier events in the world’s sporting calendar and now Wrexham golf fans can get their hands on Ryder Cup tickets just by joining the library – and it’s free to join!

Activities Week at Darland

What a fantastic week... that was the feeling from everyone who took part at Darland's Activity Week which took place recently for students in Years 7, 8 and 9.

Chef Jamie gives St Mary’s cooking skills his seal of approval

A Wrexham primary school’s cooking skills have been given the thumbs up from celebrity chef Jamie Oliver. St Mary's Catholic Primary School triumphed in the primary category at the Active Kids Get Cooking 2010 Awards ceremony, which was held in London.

Work Progressing Well at the Maelor School in Penley

Works taking place to provide a brand new sports hall at the Maelor School in Penley are progressing well and the contractor, Paveaways, is now working on the masonry above the damp proof course. The roof covering is almost complete and the sprinkler system is being installed.

Carlsberg Lager Golf Trophy 2010

Keen golfers are being invited to have a shot at winning the Carlsberg Lager Golf Trophy at Wrexham Golf Club on Wednesday 25th August.

Open Exhibition at Oriel Wrecsam

Artists from across the region have submitted works for this year's Open Exhibition currently on show at Oriel Wrecsam in Wrexham's town centre.

Charles Street shops support Wrexham in Bloom

Charles Street businesses are boosting the town’s entry in the ‘Wales in Bloom’ competition by adorning the street with hanging basket displays.

Crusaders lend backing to MEND

Crusaders RL are backing a project aimed at encouraging children and their families to stay healthy.

St Christopher's School triumphs at national awards ceremony

St Christopher’s school has been recognised as the best special needs school in the UK at a national awards ceremony.

Wrexham Council Wins Civic Society Award

Wrexham Council has been recognised by the Wrexham Area Civic Society for making a significant contribution to the environment.

West Wrexham action plans under the spotlight

Plans to help shape the future of communities in West Wrexham will come under the spotlight this month.

Anti Social Tenant Evicted by Wrexham Council

A tenant who has caused misery for his neighbours was evicted after a Judge agreed with Wrexham Council that the tenant should suffer the ultimate punishment and lose his home.

Crown Green Bowls in Ponciau Banks Park

The Ponciau Banks Bowls Club continues to develop this year, with two successful open afternoons and bumper efforts at fund-raising.

Council Seeks Feedback from its Tenants

Wrexham Council has been seeking feedback from its housing tenants about the service it provides. The authority’s Tenancy Support Service held an event at the Catrin Finch Centre where tenants could air their views and get guidance from staff.

Acton Park Tree Walk

Wrexham County Borough Council's Tree Officer will be hosting a guided walk around Acton Park. The walk takes place on Wednesday 7th July starting at 2pm from the car park behind the Cunliffe Arms.