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Mynydd Cynffig Primary School pupils join community groups to clear woodland area ahead of new school development
Friday 18 July 2025
Pupils from Mynydd Cynffig Primary School joined forces with local community groups earlier this week to tackle a litter problem in local woodland, close to the site earmarked for their brand-new school.
Pencoed Comprehensive School shines in Estyn inspection
Thursday 17 July 2025
Staff and pupils from Pencoed Comprehensive School are celebrating a glowing Estyn report from a recent inspection at the school, which highlights strengths ranging from leadership to inclusivity.
Pencoed Comprehensive School receives award for support offered to Armed Forces children
Tuesday 15 July 2025
Supporting Service Children in Education in Wales (SSCE Cymru) has furnished Pencoed Comprehensive School with the coveted Bronze Armed Forces Friendly Schools Award for the valuable support offered to Service children at the school.
Appointment of main contractor paves the way for crucial next stage of Grand Pavilion’s redevelopment
Monday 14 July 2025
The redevelopment of the Grand Pavilion Porthcawl has taken another significant step forward with the announcement of a main building contractor.
Maesteg business has successful stay in Maesteg Market pop-up unit
Friday 11 July 2025
A Maesteg business has had a successful stay in the pop-up initiative in Maesteg Market, courtesy of the council’s Economic Development and Enterprise team.
Council supports recruitment of traffic marshals for AIG Women's Open
Friday 11 July 2025
The Employability Bridgend team and the Council’s Economic Enterprise & Development team came together this week to help recruit traffic marshals for the upcoming AIG Women’s Open, taking place in Porthcawl at the end of this month.
Funding saves service number 172 from proposed route changes
Monday 07 July 2025
UK-based public transport company, Stagecoach South Wales, recently announced plans to cancel part of the daytime route provided by the service number 172, from Hendreforgan in Rhondda Cynon Taf to Bridgend Bus Station.
Schools swimming galas make a big splash across Bridgend County Borough
Friday 04 July 2025
A reintroduction of the once popular school swimming galas was last week trialled by several schools in Bridgend County Borough and has been named a resounding success.
Oldcastle Primary School is praised for community links
Thursday 03 July 2025
During a recent Estyn inspection, Oldcastle Primary School, described as inclusive and welcoming by inspectors, has been commended for its engagement with the community, as well as its many other strengths.
Sold out Porthcawl 10K returns this Sunday with a record amount of entries
Wednesday 02 July 2025
The Brecon Carreg Porthcawl 10K returns this weekend (Sunday 6 July) and residents are reminded that there will be some safety measures in place including temporary road closures and bus diversions.