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Unhappy childhood inspired Swansea man to raise cash for Children in Need

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A self-employed Big Issue seller is raising funds for Children in Need through a week-long series of wacky stunts – inspired by his own unhappy childhood. Andy George-Thomas, 29, says every child deserves a childhood, something he says he largely missed out on a he moved between foster carers. The Swansea High View resident, who [..]

Monday November 18th, 2013

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Outdoor festival attracts intrepid Arctic adventurers to Llangollen

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Wild river kayaker and outdoor adventurer Erik Boomer has been where no man has been before – and now he’s coming to North Wales. The intrepid American and his Canadian partner in peril, Sarah Landry-McNair, are just back from their latest epic exploit, a 65-day 1000 kilometre crossing of Baffin Island by canoe, ski and [..]

Tuesday November 12th, 2013

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Bolton students create visual feast at Crompton Place shopping centre

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A visual feast of fine art, textiles, graphics and photography has gone on display at a Bolton shopping centre to showcase the talents of local teenagers. Masterpieces created by students studying Art and Design at Bolton Sixth Form College are now on show at Crompton Place so shoppers can admire their striking work and learn [..]

Monday November 11th, 2013

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Art class gives patients at St Asaph hospice renewed sense of purpose

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A hospice patient with an incurable lung disease will be showcasing his artistic talents at an exhibition. Bernard Lake, who lives in Prestatyn, is a member of the art group at St Kentigern Hospice, St Asaph, whose work will be on display at The Pilgrimage Art Exhibition at St Asaph Cathedral on Friday November 15 [..]

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Monday November 11th, 2013

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