Council reveals strategy for bringing empty properties back into use
Wednesday 30 January 2019
The public are being invited to comment on a new strategy aimed at bringing empty properties back into use across Bridgend County Borough.
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Making Bridgend town centre safer
Wednesday 30 January 2019
Shoppers visiting Bridgend town centre are reminded that they can report any anti-social behaviour or crime by calling 101.
Council marks Holocaust Memorial Day with a poignant public event
Monday 28 January 2019
Bridgend County Borough Council marked Holocaust Memorial Day recently with a poignant public event, held at the Sony Theatre, Bridgend College.
New operator for Ogmore Valley care home
Thursday 24 January 2019
Bridgend County Borough Council is pleased to announce that an Ogmore Valley care home has been given a bright future.
Childcare improvements to help increase the number of Welsh speakers
Tuesday 22 January 2019
New Welsh-medium childcare provision will be created in Bettws, Bridgend, Porthcawl and the Ogmore Valley to help increase the number of Welsh speaking families in Bridgend County Borough.
Community Chest expands sporting opportunities
Tuesday 22 January 2019
A Maesteg-based charity will soon be offering the Paralympic sport of boccia to local young people with learning difficulties after being awarded a £1,500 Community Chest grant.
New home in Bettws for the former Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Cwm Garw
Tuesday 22 January 2019
Pupils and staff are settling in at the brand new Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Calon Y Cymoedd which has opened its doors in Bettws.
Council offers Bridgend Ford its full support
Monday 21 January 2019
Following the news that Bridgend Ford was meeting with trade unions to discuss potential job losses, Bridgend County Borough Council confirmed it stands ready to support the organisation and its employees.
Riverside walk is made more accessible
Monday 21 January 2019
A riverside section of the Craig y Parcau local nature reserve in Bridgend is now more accessible to walkers following a series of improvements.
Welsh rugby star to make guest appearance at business breakfast
Wednesday 16 January 2019
Welsh rugby star, Ryan Jones, will be joining businesses in Bridgend County as special guest speaker for the Bridgend Business Forum’s annual St David’s Day business breakfast.