Stroke UK has joined the Welsh Ambulance Service to encourage people across Wales to get their blood pressure tested in order that they know how likely they are to suffer a stroke.

Leading politicians, business representatives and public servants came together to discuss how best to ensure the Vale of Glamorgan reaps the full benefit of the Cardiff Capital Region City Deal at a business breakfast meeting hosted by the Council at this year’s Vale Agricultural Show.

Thank you for your letter of 18th July. As the executive with the most knowledge of the investment our chief executive mark Wilson has asked me to respond.

The Barry branch of Age Connects including the Friends and Neighbours group this week received a cheque worth over £5,000.

Terry Griffin, at the age of 91, has been honoured by his fellow Cowbridge choristers for his commitment to the town’s Male Voice Choir. A certificate was presented to Mr Griffin to celebrate his membership which has spanned over two decades.

Saturday morning’s heavy downpours increased the water flow in the Knap Lake just in time for the Barry Rotary Club’s Duck Race.

The event saw hundreds of rubber ducks, sponsored by local residents, take their places in races throughout the day.

Barry volunteer Liz Matthews has been honoured by the RNLI for her decades of voluntary work.

Barry Beavers Disabled Swimming Club have unveiled a commemorative book to celebrate the club’s history.

Chief Executive

Natural Resources Wales

Ty Cambria

29 Newport Road

Cardiff

CF24 0TP

18 July 2017

Dear Dr Emyr Roberts

Dyffryn Gardens has unveiled its brand new facilities in time for the summer holidays.