Sunday, 5th February 2012

Working plan rejected by union

A trade union’s decision to reject new flexible working conditions on the day they were due to start has been greeted with disappointment by Powys County Council.

Frantic fortnight for fundraisers

Three Presteigne friends have two busy weekends ahead with a music night, a skydive and a promise auction – as they raise money for two local charities.

Mystery guest at Nantmel Show

The last show of the 2011 season – the 34th Nantmel Show and Sports – will be held at Maes-y-Gelli Farm just off the A44 Rhayader to Crossgates road tomorrow (Saturday).

YFC members stage pretend wedding

It’s not unusual to hear a Young Farmers Club member say ‘I do’ to a fellow member – but now Radnorshire clubs are taking romance a step further by organising a complete mock wedding.

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Major step forward for health centre

The multi-million pound integrated health and social care centre in Builth Wells took a major step forward this week as the planning application was submitted.

Meeting over car park price hike

Kington residents are being urged to attend a public meeting on Monday to voice concerns about proposed new and increased car parking charges.

Hundreds line route as racers bike into Powys

Hundreds of bystanders gave a real Welsh welcome to some of cycling’s biggest names as they sped through Powys on Wednesday in the Tour of Britain.

Wind farm plans are approved

Plans to build four wind turbines near Knighton and Presteigne, have been approved by Herefordshire councillors.

Couple mark 70th wedding anniversary

Despite growing up only a couple of streets apart in London, it was a forced trip to the north-east which brought Llandrindod Wells couple Lily and Godfrey Bramhall together.

Village gears up for annual show

The penultimate show of the season will take place at Llanafan Fawr on Sunday (September 18) at Llanafan Farm by kind permission of Roy and Jayne Jones.