
Porthi Dre youth club in Caernarfon adds a Monday after-school session
Caernarfon's Porthi Dre youth club, which serves young people a free hot meal alongside its activities, has launched a new Monday after-school club thanks to community funding.
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Caernarfon's Porthi Dre youth club, which serves young people a free hot meal alongside its activities, has launched a new Monday after-school club thanks to community funding.

The restaurant at Plas Dinas Country House in Bontnewydd has been awarded three AA Rosettes, a milestone for Prestatyn-born head chef Daniel ap Geraint and his kitchen team.

From its studios at Llandwrog near Caernarfon, Sain is digitising more than 2,000 releases, recording new artists in its iconic studio and opening co-working space for the area's creative community.

Beacon Climbing Centre on the Cibyn Estate in Caernarfon welcomes climbers aged from two to over 90, and its health team offers osteopathy, physiotherapy, massage and Pilates under the same roof.

Around 50 members of Côr y Penrhyn, one of Wales' longest-standing choirs, sang traditional Welsh songs as they flew down Zip World's Velocity line above the quarry where the choir first formed.

GreenWood Family Park, home of the people-powered Green Dragon Roller Coaster, has new owners who plan fresh investment in rides, play and facilities while keeping its green spirit.

At Grŵp Llandrillo Menai's public training salons, hairdressing and beauty students offer discounted treatments under professional supervision, and they always need new clients.

In its 130th anniversary year, Bangor's Garth Pier has been named Best for Overnight Stays by The Guardian, thanks to the newly restored Pier Master's House holiday let.