Council News Archives

St David's Day Celebrations in Wrexham Town Centre

St David’s Day will be celebrated in Wrexham town centre this year with a number of activities taking place on Queens Square. Wrexham County Borough Council’s Economic Development Department have organised the event to raise awareness of Wales’ Patron Saint’s day on Thursday March 1st.

Waste Management Project Set to Move Forward

Waste management in Wrexham is set to enter the 21st Century if proposals to fund a brand new multi million pound recycling facility receives the go ahead by Executive Board today (Tuesday 27th February).

Wrexham Supports Fairtrade Fortnight

The Wrexham Fairtrade Coalition will once again be supporting the national initiative of Fairtrade Fortnight with a number of events across the County Borough between the 26th February and the 11th of March.

Walkabout Projects Celebrate Secured Funding

Thousands of people from across Wrexham and Flintshire can continue to benefit their health with the announcement that the Big Lottery Fund has awarded Groundwork Wrexham & Flintshire with £437,037 to develop physical activity and walking opportunities across both counties.

Recycle with Michael Scheme Extended

Wrexham Council is to extend its successful Recycle with Michael kerbside recycling scheme to a further 4,000 households in the County Borough. Green bins, plastic boxes and bags will be delivered to households over the next two weekends with the first collection of recyclables on 26th February.

Rat Population on the Increase

A national increase in the number of rats reported has prompted Wrexham Council's Public Protection Service to advise residents how to avoid attracting rats to their properties and who to contact for treatments if they do decide to move in.

Looking for something to do over the half-term?

Once more, FREE SWIMMING will be available at Wrexham County Borough Council’s Leisure Centres during the half-term holiday for children aged 16 years and under.

Starlab Comes to Country Parks

Stargazers are in for a treat during the Half Term Holidays when Starlab, the giant inflatable planetarium, visits two of Wrexham's popular Country Parks.

Smoke Free Coordinator Takes up Post

April 2nd sees the introduction of the No Smoking legislation in Wales and Wrexham Council have appointed a Smoke Free Coordinator, Kimberley Ozano, to raise awareness with the public, landlords and business owners of their responsibilities under the new law.

Alyn Waters Love Run cancelled

Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, the decision has been taken to cancel this event. We are very sorry if you were hoping to take part, but we hope you understand it has been necessary to make this decision.

Rogue Traders Warning after Storms

Victims of the recent storms are being urged by Trading Standards Officers and North Wales Police to be on their guard against distraction burglars and opportunist rogue traders in the aftermath of last week's storms.

Wrexham Planning are the Tops

Wrexham Council's Planners have something to smile about today after it was announced they are officially the quickest in Wales for deciding planning applications.

Taxi Prosecution Serves as Warning to Others

Wrexham Magistrates have prosecuted a Wrexham Taxi Firm Operator for allowing his Taxi Cab to be driven by an unlicensed driver who was not insured to drive the vehicle.

Benjamin Road Set for Footway Improvements

Wrexham Council has identified improving the County Borough's pavements as one if its main priorities for this year and Members and Officers have seen for themselves the improvements that are taking place on the final phase of the work.

Death of Victoria Swift

Press Statements

Countryside Parks Booklet Now Available

The 2007 Events Leaflet for Wrexham Parks, Countryside and Public Rights of Way Service is now available.

Scrutiny Committee to receive report on asbestos

Wrexham County Borough Council has produced a plan that shows how it will deal with asbestos materials in its housing stock over the next few years following the introduction of new legislation.

Swimfit Launched at Waterworld

If you go to the gym you have an instructor setting you a programme, tracking your progress and providing advice, now you can have the same service in the pool!

New up-and-coming band to perform at Wrexham Library

Wrexham Library will be hosting a special concert by 'Mr Hudson and the Library' on Thursday, 18th January at 7.00pm as part of a UK-wide tour. Seen recently on the Jools Holland programme, their record, Too Late, Too Late, has been listed as the “Hottest record in the World” on Radio 1’s website!

No Joining Fee at Wrexham's Leisure and Activity Centres

Gained some unwanted weight this Christmas? Why not join any of your local authority Leisure and Activity Centres before 25th January and save £25.

Warm Wales - This year you can make a difference

It's 12 months since the Warm Wales Scheme was launched in Wrexham and older people living in the County Borough are still being encouraged to take advantage of the scheme.

More Choices for Older People

As the Council takes a fresh look at how it delivers services for older people it's made the issue one of its key priorities for 2007-2008.