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Monthly Archives: March 2016

MCC considering changes to recycling scheme

Monmouthshire County council is considering making changes to the way its residents recycle glass. A 6 month pilot scheme is due to take place in September in some areas of the county, glass will no longer be placed in purple bags but separated out. It has not been determined what the glass will be collected […]

Chapel of Peace

The chapel, a grade 2 listed building  is situated in Abergavenny New Cemetery ( leaving Abergavenny by the Merthyr Road turn right immediately after crossing Llanfoist bridge)  was originally opened in 1894, and used regularly until about 30 years ago when it was closed.   It was reopened approximately two years ago.  A group of […]

Aber Writing Fest

April 2016 will see the launch of a new event for Abergavenny: the Aber Writing Fest. Event founder and organiser Lucie Parkin is aiming to provide an eclectic range of events for all age groups and tastes. The event is designed to appeal to anyone with an interest in writing and words, whether professional or […]

The FRIENDS of BAILEY PARK

We are seeking support  for the future of Bailey Park, the need of volunteers to assist in maintaining the towns most valuable asset. The FRIENDS meet for one hour a week to plant, weed, and care for the Sensory Garden. We also litter pick and keep the Childrens Play Area litter free. We would welcome […]

Crickhowell Open Art Competition: A Creative Opportunity For All

Gwyn and Angie Dix whose collaborative entry was popular with visitors during the course of the weekend

The Oriel CRiC Gallery has for the past eight years been the driving force behind the popular annual Crickhowell Open Studio weekend and is once again running an Open Art Competition to coincide with the event.  The competition afforded the gallery the opportunity in 2014 and 2015 to  mount an exciting exhibition of selected work […]

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