Oakwood Estate residents thanked for recycling efforts
Thursday 20 June 2019
Residents in the Oakwood Estate, Maesteg, are being thanked for the way they have embraced changes to how their recycling and waste gets collected.
News
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Business rate applications hit half-way mark
Wednesday 19 June 2019
Almost half of all eligible businesses in Bridgend County Borough have responded to a council letter advising them that they may benefit from business rate relief.
Festival of Learning returns to Bridgend County Borough
Wednesday 19 June 2019
Educators from around Wales are preparing join local pupils and teachers next week for the 2019 Festival of Learning.
Have your say on sports pitches and pavilions
Wednesday 19 June 2019
With just three weeks left to go before the consultation deadline (10 July), Bridgend County Borough Council is urging people to have their say on the future of sports fields, pavilions, grass cutting and play grounds.
Views wanted on new Licensing Policy
Wednesday 19 June 2019
Bridgend County Borough Council is updating its Licensing Policy for 2019-2024 and is inviting views on its aims, proposals and priorities.
Chorus of approval for carers’ choir
Friday 14 June 2019
A choir set up specifically for carers in Bridgend County Borough has marked Carers Week (10 – 16 June) by releasing its first original song!
Council announces fresh funding opportunities
Friday 14 June 2019
Following the recent announcement that the Ford Engine Plant is planning to close in 2020, a high-level meeting of local business leaders and employers is being organised by Bridgend County Borough Council.
Show your bottle for reducing plastic pollution
Thursday 13 June 2019
Businesses and residents across Bridgend County Borough are being urged to show that they have the bottle to help reduce plastic pollution by supporting National Refill Day on Wednesday 19 June.
Scammers are impersonating litter enforcement officers
Thursday 13 June 2019
Pedestrians in Bridgend County Borough are being warned not to be duped by a new scam that has hit local streets.
Recycle your old clothes
Tuesday 11 June 2019
If you’re revamping your wardrobe for a fresh new look this summer, avoid the fashion faux pas of binning your old clothes – recycle them instead!