Work to transform the centre of Abergavenny is entering its final phase following four months of activity, with improvements in the completed section of High Street demonstrating how the area will benefit from the selection of materials used. Paving in Nevill Street is almost finished, while the project is continuing at the lower end of […]
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Wanted: Local Carer
Could you, or someone you know, take on this part-time caring role? Wanted Kind, experienced, reliable companion/carer for ex Africa Quaker doctor with Alzheimer’s and poor sight. Evenings 5 – 7 pm and/or weekends. £10.50 per hour Call 01865 718240 Email: margueritewallis@phonecoop.coop
Creativity at Abergavenny Community Centre
‘At our heart we hold the idea that, through being creative, people can find solutions to difficulties we face. At the same time we can also find sanctuary, away from our daily worries, and draw strength from our own creativity.’ Abergavenny Community Centre provides a welcoming, nurturing space where there are opportunities to participate in […]
Fun and Gardens!
For the fourth year running, neighbours in the Cantref area of Abergavenny will be opening their garden gates on June 12th to raise money for the national charity, Target Ovarian Cancer. Some 12 gardens will be open this year, all packed full of colour and ideas to steal. If having a good nose in other […]
The Abbot’s Garden
The Abbot’s Garden was established in 2008 when the newly restored Tithe Barn was officially opened by H.R.H. Prince Charles. Situated at the N.E. Side of St. Mary’s Priory Church it was to be part of The Tithe Barn Schools’ Learning Service which provides hands-on workshops based on Tudor life. The garden is mainly a […]
BULLYING, IMAGE & SUCCESSFUL ANTI-BULLYING STRATEGIES!
A Talk by DR. EMILY LOVEGROVE: Wednesday 20th April 2016, The Castle Hotel, Brecon, 7pm Most of us have felt bullied at one time or another. Either by people, by events, or even by our health. What matters, though, is how we deal with it. The next event for the Friends of Brecon and District […]
Up-Beat ‘Pop-Up Church Abergavenny’ Provides a Welcoming Oasis
Imagine being able to find out about God amongst the shops in your local high street. Or to chat about spiritual matters in a car boot sale. Pop-Up Church Abergavenny is a brand new concept under the Elim Pentecostal Pioneer Church movement. A departure from what we might assume church is, essentially, it’s a roll-up […]
Normalise Breastfeeding
Hannah Merrett, a photographer based in Abergavenny, has set about normalising breastfeeding through a series of photographs depicting local mums feeding their little ones in relaxed environments such as at home and out and about in their local community. The aim of the project is to give women confidence to feed their babies when they’re […]
Abergavenny ‘Hear to Meet’
Abergavenny Community Centre is hosting a new Hear to Meet monthly social and support group for people who have hearing loss. Hear to Meet is a volunteer-led project run by Action on Hearing Loss Cymru and funded by the Big Lottery. The Hear to Meet group is a chance to get support and to find […]
Huw Jones Local Neighbourhood Policing Inspector: March
We’ve had a busy few weeks in Monmouthshire North, with lots of action taking place to address your concerns. Many of you will now know that we have now closed the barriers at Fairfield car park, to help stop the anti-social use of cars that we often see there. Over the years, residents have […]
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