Council News Archives

Fairtrade Fortnight

It's Fairtrade Fortnight 1 - 13 March 2005 and the Wrexham Fairtrade Coalition have been busy organising a series of events to help promote the Fairtrade message.

Big Thank You to Volunteers

The work of over 80 of Wrexham's older and finest volunteers was recognised today when the Welsh Assembly's Minister for Older People, John Griffiths, AM, presented them with certificates and gifts as a thank you for their achievements.

World Book Day at Wrexham Library

Thanks to a one-off grant from the Welsh Books Council and partnership support from the Welsh Academy (the literature promotion agency in Wales), a special programme of events have been arranged for World Book Day on Thursday 3rd March at Wrexham Library.

Continental Market Returns to Wrexham

Queen's Square will be turning continental on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, when traders from Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Holland, Italy, Spain and Switzerland set out their stalls for a Continental Market.

Residents To Be Given a Say in Local Policing

The communities that make up the south of Wrexham County Borough are to be offered an opportunity to have a say in what the police do in their area.

Ants

Due to a reduction in budgets, the Housing & Public Protection Department regrets to announce that after Friday 11th March, it will be unable to treat for ants in privately owned domestic properties.

Wrexham Industrial Estate Access Roads - Public Consultation

A series of public exhibitions are to be held to seek the publics views on possible routes for the improved access to Wrexham Industrial Estate from the A483 and from the A525 in the South.

Wrexham Town Centre Accessible to All

Wrexham prides itself on being a place to suit people from all walks of life. From the young and independent, to families and the more mature visitor, Wrexham has something to suit all. The introduction of a new and innovative way of providing information will enable Wrexham to welcome an even wider range of visitors.

NOW Back On Tour

The BBC National Orchestra of Wales returns to NEWI William Aston Hall, Wrexham on Saturday 19th March 2005 at 7.30pm as part of its Spring Mid and North Wales Tour. The performance will be conducted by Guest Conductor Takuo Yuasa.

Launch of Junior Road Safety Campaign

Wrexham Council's Road Safety team have today launched a Junior Road Safety scheme at Acton Park Junior School. The scheme, arranged in conjunction with the school's Head Teacher, Denise Edwards, means Acton Juniors is the first in the County Borough to have a Junior Road Safety Officer.

Wrexham County Borough Museum Refurbishment - A Vision for the Future

As an integral part of its vision for the future, Wrexham Council is looking to refurbish the County Borough Museum. It aims to establish the museum as a major facility for North-east Wales.

Portable Skatepark for Youngsters

Wrexham County Borough Council, Plas Madoc Communities First and Dee Valley Community Partnership, have just purchased the first portable skate park in Wales.

Space Rocket at Scientriffic

The largest ever rocket to have been launched from the UK mainland, the 45 foot long ‘Starchaser’, will be on display at ‘Scientriffic’ - an event which is part of Wrexham Science Festival (March 14 –22)

Minister to Launch Compact Agreement

Partnership working to improve the health, social care and well being of residents in Wrexham takes a step forward on Thursday when Welsh Assembly First Minister, Rhodri Morgan, launches a new Compact Agreement - "Working Together Towards Common Goals".

Wrexham's Fraud Team "Simply the Best"

Wrexham's Housing Benefit Fraud Team is the best in Wales according to the Department for Works and Pensions 2003/04 statistics. The Team continue to save council tax payers money by their diligence and hard work.

Website Continues in Popularity

Wrexham Council’s website had a record number of visitors during November with almost 1 million visitors logging on and over 6.5 million hits being made to the site making it the busiest month ever for the site.

On the Spot Dog Microchipping at Plas Madoc

Dogs in North Wales can look forward to a great new year as three councils join together to promote responsible dog ownership.

Thinking About Getting Fit For The New Year?

Are you thinking about joining a gym this year? Want to lose weight? Want to tone up? Why not join Wrexham County Borough Council's fitness membership scheme? You can join at any and use the facilities at all 9 sites!

Indian Ocean Disaster Service

There will be a special service in response to the earthquake/tsunami disaster at the Parish Church of St Giles, Wrexham, at 12 noon on Wednesday 5th January, starting with the national 3 minutes silence.  The service will last about half an hour.