Aberdare News

Off-Road Campaign Catches Taunting Teenager

admin — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 19:32:42 +0000

A teenager seen taunting police with a “you can’t catch me” attitude had his comeuppance the following day, when his off-road bike was seized in a partnership operation.

Following a successful enforcement exercise in the Cynon Valley the previous week, officers from Rhondda Cynon Taf Council and South Wales Police joined forces again on April 10.

Covering the Cwmbach, Aberaman, Abercwmboi and Cwmaman areas, the officers patrolled throughout the evening in response to calls from residents to deal with illegal and anti-social off-road bikers.

Classic comedy at The Coliseum

admin — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 19:09:03 +0000

Mappa Mundi, Wales’ much loved touring theatre company, brings The Importance of Being Earnest, one of Oscar Wilde’s most popular creations to the Coliseum Theatre, Aberdare on Thursday 1st May as part of the Act 6 drama season.

The Importance Of Being Earnest, is the most popular and razor-witted of Oscar Wilde’s social comedies. Mappa Mundi’s brand new and perfectly honed production allows a modern audience to be dazzled by its brilliance.

Tickets are £9.00, concessions £7.00, and available now from the Coliseum Box Office on 01685 881188.

Having a Ball in Aberdare for Charity

admin — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 18:36:41 +0000

Rhondda Cynon Taf’s mayor marks the end of her year in office with a fabulous charity Ball on Saturday, May 17, 2008. Mayor, Cllr Jane Ward is hosting the ball at Michael Sobell Sports Centre, Aberdare, in aid of her chosen charities - Wales Air Ambulance and disabled children’s charities in Rhondda Cynon Taf - PALS, Rhondda Polar Bears and Taff Ely Turtles.

The glamorous night out includes a five-course meal and dancing to music by the Dave Barry Big Band. A quartet from Rhondda Cynon Taf Music Services will provide the background music at the event, which runs from 7pm-midnight.

Cllr Ward said: “I have very much enjoyed my year as mayor - especially visiting schools and meeting many children, as well as meeting people from all walks of life.

Tickets for the ball priced £26 are available from Jeanette Cook on 01443 494061. There is an opportunity during the evening to win a week’s accommodation in France.

Rhys Cycle visits Aberdare St Margaret’s School

admin — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:29:40 +0000

Rhondda Cynon Taf Council’s recycling champion Rhys Cycle made a trip to Aberdare to meet the children of St Margaret’s Roman Catholic School and he had a very warm welcome from them all!

It was just one of many visits Rhys makes every week to primary, infant schools and nurseries as well as regular guest appearances in various functions from fun days to rugby matches.

Cyfarfod Cyhoeddus Papur Bro Clochdar

admin — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 08:15:12 +0000

Bydd cyfarfod cyhoeddus yn Festri Siloa, Aberdar ar Nos Fercher, Ebrill 23ain am 6.45 yn hwyr.

Cyfarfod gohebwyr, dosbarthwyr a chefnogwyr. Bwriedir trafod dyfodol Clochdar ac effaith Grant gan Cymedau’n Gyntaf.

Hefyd … trafod dathliadau ar gyfer 21ain mlynedd ar gychwyn y papur yn Rhagfyr 1988.

Croeso i bawb.

Easter Party at Aberaman

admin — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 21:47:57 +0000

There was fun and an easter parade at Aberaman this week.

Aberaman Newydd Tenants Association held an Easter Party at Aberaman Ex-Servicemen’s club, Aberaman, on Sat 22nd March.

Photos by John Rees Photography.

Aberdare St John’s Church Blooming at Easter

admin — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 07:50:59 +0000

Perfect timing again… the daffodils bloomed during Easter week at St John’s Church, Aberdare.

What a cheery welcome for people visiting Aberdare Town!

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