Steve Balsamo and Rosalie Deighton, once members of the highly acclaimed Swansea band The Storys, have come together to record their beautiful country, folk and Americana inspired debut album, Unfolding. Having previously toured the world supporting the likes of Elton
Read MoreArticles from issue : October 2016
Swansea Estate Planner warns business owners over continuity planning
One of the most established firms of Will Writers and Estate Planners in Swansea is warning business owners of the dangers of not arranging a business continuity plan, in the event that they may become incapacitated. Alyson Dyer (above) a
Read MoreMaking Tax Digital – with Coast & City
The way your business reports to and records inform-ation with HMRC is set to change under the govern-ment initiative Making Tax Digital. A series of 6 consultations published by HMRC on 15 August 2016 detail plans on how HMRC propose
Read MoreAn Italian Affair with Ashley Lovering
ASHLEY’S classic motor for October is more of a love affair with Fiat and Alpha Romeo for Simon Addison and his wife Clare, from Jersey Marine I first became aware of Italian cars when I was seven. My dad was
Read MoreEverything is Pixelated with Steve Paris
The column that focuses on providing help, top advice and news about your Apple devices, namely Macs, iPhones and iPads. Please send any questions to Steve via the contact details at the end of this article. The latest version of
Read MoreSchool Growth through strong leadership
A clear direction and a wholly supportive culture which filters through the school are the driving force of Headteacher Alun Millington MA (Oxon) PGCE, who returned to his roots after seeing further potential in the academically successful St Michael’s School
Read MoreSNIPPETS
MUMBLES & GOWER THROUGH TIME – NEW PUBLICATION Published by Amberley Books this fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Mumbles and Gower have changed and developed over the last century. Juxtaposing images 100 years
Read MoreUPDATE on Wildflower/Wellbeing Garden
Friends of the City of Swansea Botanical Gardens are now underway with the extension to the Botanical Gardens in Singleton Park. The area will be a more natural, a more informal garden. The fencing has been completed and the construction
Read MoreGet Crafty with your toddler and Sew a Sweet Teddy!
A LOVELY PROJECT FOR YOU AND YOUR TODDLER TO SEW TOGETHER Get in the mood by sharing your favourite picture book about a bear, my favourite is It’s the Bear! by Jez Alborough. Prepare some fabric scraps by ironing Bondaweb
Read MoreWIN a family ticket for Sleeping Beauty Pantomime
A trip to the theatre at Christmas time has become a tradition for many families in Swansea. The Grand Theatre has been putting on a pantomime for over 100 years, and this year is set to be a real treat.
Read MoreDig it with Fulke Andel
Thankfully we had some warm days in September but I don’t think we can class the summer of 2016 as a scorcher. The autumn is now definitely here with the wind making it feel much colder. However, it’s a beautiful
Read MoreStay Gas Safe with Hannah McCartan
Last month saw the sixth annual Gas Safety week – when organisations across the UK work together to raise awareness of the dangers of poorly maintained gas appliances. Hannah McCartan director of McCartan Lettings explains the importance of gas safety
Read MoreExploring Swansea’s Graveyards with Charles Wilson-Watkins
This month Charles has been researching in the graveyards of Swansea. If you have a question regarding YOUR family history that you would like to put to Charles, he can be contacted at swanseafamilyhistory@yahoo.co.uk – he’d be delighted to hear
Read MoreBlack Cats
This year 27th October is National Black Cat Day, our annual celebration of black and black-and-white cats. Around half of the cats in our care across the UK are black or black and white. While we’re not sure why monochrome
Read MoreAzure Competition – Your chance to WIN a £50 gift certificate
This is a wonderful opportunity for you to WIN a £50 gift certificate to spend in Azure, in Mumbles. Whether you treat yourself to some beautiful accessories or use it to buy some Christmas presents, you’ll be spoilt for choice
Read MoreCasamento – A Portuguese Wedding
I love getting good news emails, it certainly beats the spam and notifications of special offers from the milkman. So when an email from Tatiana Bento, our one-time resident chef, popped into my in box I was pleasantly surprised. On
Read MoreUgly ducklings with Dr Isabella Brey
Only a hardened bug-lover is likely to be able to appreciate leaf beetles during their larval stage, when they are rather unfortunate looking, blobby eating machines which often carry their own excrement on their backs to disguise themselves. At this
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