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Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Bro Ogwr receives sterling Estyn report
Tuesday 29 July 2025
Praised for championing the wellbeing of learners and their families, leadership and more, Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Bro Ogwr has excelled in a recent Estyn inspection.
Success for Bridgend Sustainable Food Partnership’s community cooking classes
Tuesday 29 July 2025
As part of its drive to create a sustainable and healthier society through developing a more equitable and nourishing food system, the Bridgend Sustainable Food Partnership has arranged a series of free cooking sessions in communities across the county borough.
Countdown is on for AIG Women’s Open at Royal Porthcawl
Monday 28 July 2025
The AIG Women’s Open heads to Royal Porthcawl Golf Club at the end of the month and Bridgend County Borough is gearing up to host what will be the largest ever female sporting event to take place in Wales.
Green Flag success for nine different sites in Bridgend County Borough
Monday 28 July 2025
Nine sites across Bridgend County Borough have been awarded a prestigious Keep Wales Tidy Green Flag Award in recognition of their excellent visitor facilities, high environmental standards, and commitment to delivering high quality green spaces.
Ysgol Gymraeg Calon y Cymoedd claims the Gold Siarter Iaith Award
Monday 21 July 2025
Ysgol Gymraeg Calon y Cymoedd is the latest school in Bridgend County Borough to receive the much-coveted Siarter Iaith Gold Award.
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.