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Wednesday 15 January 2025
Emergency repair work to the culvert at A4061 Bwlch-y-Clawdd road, Nantymoel, has started this week to remedy culvert damage caused by Storm Bert in November. Due to the urgent need for the repairs, a specialist contractor already working for the local authority has been authorised to undertake the works so that they can be expedited.
Thursday 09 January 2025
Bridgend County Borough Council’s Employability Bridgend team in partnership with Bridgend Association of Voluntary Organisations (BAVO) are issuing a final call for applications for the ‘Warm Hubs Grant Scheme’ funded by Welsh Government.
Thursday 19 December 2024
Residents across Bridgend County Borough are reminded that there will be changes to certain services offered by the council and its partners over the upcoming Christmas period.
Thursday 19 December 2024
Thanks to an overwhelming response from members of the public and the generous donations of kind-hearted local groups, churches and businesses, the 2024 Santa Appeal has exceeded all expectations!
Friday 13 December 2024
A groundbreaking project aimed at addressing antisocial behaviour across the county borough was spotlighted at Wales Safer Communities Awards 2024 on 28 November. A collaboration between Bridgend County Borough Council Youth Support and South Wales Police (SWP), supported by Ospreys in the Community, the ‘Tackle after Dark’ scheme claimed the ‘Partnerships’ category award at the ceremony.
Monday 09 December 2024
A huge clean-up operation is currently underway across Bridgend County Borough following major damage and disruption caused by Storm Darragh over the weekend.
Saturday 07 December 2024
Following yesterday’s warning of severe weather hitting Bridgend County Borough this weekend. The Met Office has now upgraded its Yellow weather warning for ‘high winds’ to Red for gale-force winds and Amber for heavy rain.
Friday 29 November 2024
A wide range of projects, including a £95 million scheme for three newly built replacement schools, will now move forward following Bridgend County Borough Council’s latest Capital Programme being approved at full Council.
Friday 15 November 2024
Bridgend County Borough Council’s Assia Domestic Abuse Service and South Wales Police have collaborated to host a 5k family fun run, titled ‘Run for Change: End the Violence’, with the support of Raw Performance Fitness Centre. The event is planned for 30 November, at Newbridge Fields, Bridgend, in a bid to raise awareness of White Ribbon and funds to support Assia.
Friday 15 November 2024
Bridgend County Borough Council has confirmed that the all-new Porthcawl Metrolink will open its doors on Monday 18 November 2024.