The Bridgend Herald

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Maesteg's new mural reveals town's colourful past

THE EXTERIOR side wall of the Blue Pearl’s Fish and Chip Bar in Maesteg town has stopped residents in their tracks since being used as...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/maestegs-new-mural-reveals-towns-colourful-past/

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Growth opportunities for businesses as first ever Social Enterprise Marketplace event comes to Bridgend County Borough

DON'T miss out on a unique opportunity to connect with social enterprises, trading charities, community organisations and many others across Bridgend County Borough and beyond....
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/growth-opportunities-for-businesses-as-first-ever-social-enterprise-marketplace-event-comes-to-bridgend-county-borough/

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Celebrating Maesteg's heritage through art

A STUNNING new mural has been unveiled in the heart of Maesteg town centre, celebrating the town’s rich history and vibrant community. Commissioned and funded...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/celebrating-maestegs-heritage-through-art/

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Plans for 133 new houses submitted in Bridgend

AN APPLICATION to build 133 new homes in the the Llynfi Valley has been submitted to Bridgend Council for consideration.
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/plans-for-133-new-houses-submitted-in-bridgend/

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Delays expected for Bridgend’s school modernisation programme

A NUMBER of modernisation projects scheduled to take place in schools across Bridgend county borough will be delayed, according to council reports.
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/delays-expected-for-bridgends-school-modernisation-programme/

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Pyle reuse shop is officially open for business

BRIDGEND County Borough Council in partnership with Plan B Management Solutions and community-based charity Groundwork Wales has officially opened the new reuse shop at Pyle...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/pyle-reuse-shop-is-officially-open-for-business/

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HMP Parc under intense scrutiny over deaths, escalating violence and drug abuse

HMP Parc, one of the UK's largest category B prisons, has found itself at the centre of a growing scandal as it struggles to contain...
https://www.herald.wales/national-news/hmp-parc-under-intense-scrutiny-over-deaths-escalating-violence-and-drug-abuse/

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South Wales Police force launch campaign to encourage others to come forward

BRAVE WOMEN across South Wales share their experiences of abuse to encourage others to come forward ‘See Me’, a new campaign by South Wales Police,...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/south-wales-police-force-launch-campaign-to-encourage-others-to-come-forward/

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Business angel secures strategic investment in a leading fire prevention and security solutions company

SOUTH Wales-based entrepreneur, Dave Farnham, has made a significant financial investment in SECUREIT, a prominent fire prevention and security solutions company headquartered near Bridgend. Farnham’s...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/business-angel-secures-strategic-investment-in-a-leading-fire-prevention-and-security-solutions-company/

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Two former residential homes near Bridgend town centre approved for HMO conversion

PERMISSION has been given by Bridgend council’s planning committee for two former residential properties near Bridgend town centre to be turned in to houses in multiple occupation (HMOs).
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/two-former-residential-homes-near-bridgend-town-centre-approved-for-hmo-conversion/

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Schools and pupils shine bright throughout Bridgend County Borough on GCSE results day

PUPILS from across Bridgend County Borough have excelled on GCSE results day (Thursday 22 August 2024) and families and schools are celebrating the efforts of...
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/schools-and-pupils-shine-bright-throughout-bridgend-county-borough-on-gcse-results-day/

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Bridgend Council's budget overspend hits £7 million

BRIDGEND Council has reported an overspend on its annual budget for the 2023-24 financial year of more than £7 million.
https://www.herald.wales/south-wales/bridgend/bridgend-councils-budget-overspend-hits-7-million/