Council News Archives

Pudsey gearing up to rock Wrexham!

In their first TV appearance since re-forming, pop group Wet Wet Wet are set to rock Wrexham along with many other great acts at Party For Pudsey.

Executive Board to Discuss Changes to Housing Services

A brand new repairs freephone service, more pay points for rent and special housing surgeries are being suggested in a bid by Wrexham Council to balance its housing revenue account and streamline the housing service.

Warning to Dog Owners

Recent incidents of dogs packing in the Southsea area have prompted Wrexham Council's Public Protection Department to issue a warning to irresponsible dog owners to keep them on a lead or pay for their return.

Troops Mark Return from Iraq with Freedom March

The First Battalion, The Royal Welch Fusiliers, will mark their return from a tour of Iraq by marching through Wrexham Town Centre on Saturday, November 6.

Firework Safety

Trading Standards Officers are concerned about recent reports they've received about fireworks being sold from private houses, cars and pubs.

Fireworks - Good Neighbour Code

Wrexham Community Safety Partnership is launching a Good Neighbour Code in the run up to November 5th.

Early Warning of Car Park and Road Closures

The Children in Need Concert on Llwyn Isaf on 19th November will cause some disruption to town centre car parking as the BBC prepare for the evening of live entertainment from Llwyn Isaf.

Statement re the Racecourse Ground

Executive Board (19.10.04) agreed that the Strategic Director negotiate terms for the acquisition of the Raceourse Ground, Mold Road, Wrexham in order to safeguard the future of the public investment already made and to secure and develop the Ground as a regional venue for international and other sporting and non sporting events and as a community facility.

Counterfeit Goods Seizures

In the last three weeks Trading Standards and Police Officers in Wrexham have seized thousands of counterfeit goods in a series of raids on retail business premises and sellers' homes.

Consultation on Ty Mawr Country Park Management Plan

During last year and across the summer, Wrexham Countryside Service has been asking for local people's views on how Ty Mawr Country Park should develop in the future. As a result of this, a Management Plan for Ty Mawr Country Park has been completed.

New Climbing Wall and Games Area at Plas Madoc!

Plas Madoc Leisure Centre has two new facilities on offer, thanks to a funding partnership between Wrexham County Borough Council, the Sports Council for Wales and its SPORTLOT Community Investment Programme and Plas Madoc Communities First.

BBC NOW Returns to Wrexham

The BBC National Orchestra of Wales is returning to Wrexham on Saturday 13th November. As the autumn nights draw in BBC NOW are on hand to brighten your November evening with a concert at NEWI William Aston Hall starting at 7.30pm.

Information Day for Young People with Disabilities

There is to be an Information Open Day held here in Wrexham on Wednesday November 3rd for Young People with Disabilities about Transition into Adulthood services & opportunities.

French Market Returning to Town Centre

The popular French Market will be in Wrexham Town Centre again on the 22nd and 23rd October. The popular market will bring shoppers from the region's towns and villages who will be assured of a warm welcome by market traders.

Breaking Down Barriers to Success - A One Day Seminar to Help Disabled People Access Employment

A free one day event aimed at helping people with disabilities to find employment is to be held on October 27th at the Memorial Hall in Wrexham.

Clamping Down on Noisy Neighbours

In its fight against anti social behaviour, Wrexham Council have used powers under the Environmental Protection Act to seize stereo equipment from a local resident who was causing a nuisance to his neighbours.

John Charles Exhibition Opens in Wrexham

An exhibition about one of Wales' sporting greats opens today in Wrexham. 'The Gentle Giant: John Charles and the future of football' focuses on the life and times of John Charles, a footballer respected throughout the game and who recently passed away at the age of 72.

Natural Areas in Towns and Villages

Do people in Wrexham value natural areas in their towns and villages? Yes, very much, according to the many responses to a recent survey, which also asked which places people visited, what they liked about them, and whether there were any problems.

A483 Wrexham Bypass Resurfacing Scheme

The North East Wales Trunk Road Agency on behalf of the Welsh Assembly Government would like to advise the travelling public that essential maintenance resurfacing works to the A483 Wrexham Bypass between Gresford Interchange and Mold Road Interchange will commence on or around Monday the 4th October 2004 and will then continue until Friday 5th November 2004.

Help for victims of distraction burglaries

Help is on hand for victims of distraction burglaries after a spate of incidents in Wrexham County Borough recently.

Sustainable Communities Grants Scheme

Grants of up to £500 are now available to local groups for projects which improve the quality of life for local communities.

Council Opens its Doors to the Public

On Friday 24 September Wrexham County Borough Council will open its doors to the public when it hosts its second Open Day!

Former Hippodrome Theatre- Report to Executive Board

A report into the poor condition of the former Hippodrome Theatre will be considered by Wrexham Council's Executive Board next week.

Programme of Events to Commemorate 70th Anniversary of Gresford Colliery Disaster

A programme of events has been organised to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Gresford Collier Disaster which occurred on 22nd September 1934 and claimed the lives of 261 miners.

Memorial Service to Mark 70th Anniversary of Gresford Colliery Disaster

To mark the 70th Anniversary of the Gresford Colliery Disaster, Wrexham Council are organising a Memorial Service to be held at the All Saints Church, Gresford, on Wednesday 22 September at 10.30 am to which all, particularly relatives of the victims, are welcome.

Royal Welch Fusiliers Memorial Returns to Bodhyfryd

The Royal Welch Fusiliers War Memorial which was removed for refurbishment in June has now been returned to Bodhyfryd.

£40,000 Grant for Wrexham Libraries

A major grant of £40,000 has been awarded for improving computer services in the libraries of Wrexham. The aim of the grant is to improve the facilities for the visually impaired or people with mobility difficulties.

Fire at Priory Street

Following the fire at Priory Street, Wrexham on Monday night, Wrexham County Borough Council's Strategic Director Paul Roberts said: "This is obviously a set back for the town centre however, we must be grateful that there appears to be no loss of life or injury.

Recycling Begins to Make a Difference

Wrexham Council are saying a big thank you to everyone who has helped make the new Recycle with Michael scheme such a success.

New Era for Two Wrexham Schools

The changes to secondary school education in Wrexham took a step closer when Rhosnesni High School pupils began studying in their brand new building.

Assembly Council Tax Revaluation and Rebanding

The Assembly has announced details of the revaluation of individual households for council tax band purposes.