Category: Community

Caerleon Poppy Appeal

Michael Stuart

Caerleon Poppy Appeal Every year the Royal British Legion lead the nation in commemorating and honouring those who have served and sacrificed. We remember those who lost their lives on active service in all conflicts; from the beginning of the First World War right up to the present day, as well as all those who have served and their families. Each year, for 2 weeks leading up to Armistice Day, we distribute our paper poppies, badges and other merchandise to raise vital funds to help today’s Armed Forces community. And…

COVID-19 Latest Information

Michael Stuart

Latest Covid-19 restrictions in Wales Sadly Covid-19 is on the rise again in Wales, after many weeks of being in decline. To help break this cycle of infection and prevent the spread of the virus, the First Minister Mark Drakeford  announced on Friday changes in the rules. 6️⃣ From Monday 14th of September, a new limit of six people was introduced on the number of people who can meet indoors at any one time. ? All six must belong to the same exclusive extended household group. ? Extended household groups can still be made…

Start-up of a Community Kitchen

Sabrina Cresswell

Tasty Not Wasty Utilising surplus food and donated food, I am aiming to start a community kitchen – in Cwmbran but easily accessible. I have been part of an initiative to help those in Cwmbran (and sometimes wider area) with food insecurity for so many extremely valid and sometimes upsetting reasons.  This is taking it up a notch and not just supplying the raw ingredients. The aims are to help reduce food waste, I have been collecting and distributing throughout the summer to different food shares and so this is…

“New Normal” in Child Care

Kites Nurseries

With the end of the summer upon us and no corresponding end to the Covid-19 crisis in sight, we as Nursery owners have been coming to terms with the “New Normal” in child care. On the one hand, it has been absolutely marvellous to get back to work. Not only have we and our staff missed the children, it seems that the children have missed us just as much.   Those first few weeks in July where challenging to say the least. Having taken all the necessary steps to be deemed…

Community Spirit holding strong

Jason Hughes
silhouette of man touching woman against sunset sky

For so many 2020 has been a washout a Annus horribilis the worst of years and the saddest.  It would have been so easy for that sense of community to fall but in Caerleon the story has been very different.  The community has rallied and where there could so easily have been darkness there has been flashes of inspiration and brilliance.  Caerleon rallies around its tree in December and a small group rallied to ensure despite the challenges that we can look forward to Christmas. The amazing photographs captured by Steve…

Community Spirit at its best!

Michael Stuart

Community Spirit at its best! Several weeks ago, you may recall 1st Caerleon Scouts, Cubs and Beavers requesting the help from any local builders after we had problems with our drains. Following on from that request, Tom Lewis from Highmore Group Property and Facilities Maintenance. came to the rescue. He got his men to work, digging up the ground outside in awful weather conditions. He also then went on to pay for a camera to be put down the drains which showed our pipes were running uphill. The only way…

Santapaws Shoebox Appeal 2017

Michael Stuart

Santapaws Shoebox Appeal 2017 Following the success of the 2016 Santa Paws Shoebox Appeal, we are once again working with local rescue centres collecting food, toys and gifts in a shoebox for the homeless animals of Newport and surrounding areas. There are thousands of animals in their temporary home, shelters and rescue centres at Christmas, if you are unable to offer a home, how about a gift? Join SantaPaws Facebook group to take part in competitions and raffles in the lead up to Christmas. This years recipients will be; Dogs; Newport…

SLS – Street Life Sarnies

Michael Stuart

The group started initially for a small stint over the Summer to help a project in Bristol that my family were going to. A project run by volunteers out of car boots, offering sandwich packs, hot food & drinks, clothing/toiletries & support. With around 180-200 guests that specific night in July and 40-60 sandwich packs to watch hunger so rife and visible was pretty gut wrenching. In Bristol summer centres close often for staff holidays & deep cleaning so many find themselves not eating for 3-4 days. In a modern…

RESIDENTS OF CAERLEON & PONTHIR URGENT REQUEST

Michael Stuart

Regarding Caerleon Campus Development Plans Please take 5 minutes to write an email to Joanne Davidson, Planning Officer at NCC re the development on Caerleon Campus. planning@newport.gov.uk Even if you have submitted an email before, this is a NEW request from NCC. Please reply asap or hand in your letter at the meeting 17th October Town hall 7.30pm. Anyone within the family including young adults with an email address can respond. Please have your say. Some pointers that may affect you. Gridlock traffic. How much time do you waste sat in…

Genuine care in our community by Village Services

Michael Stuart

Genuine care in our community by Village Services www.villageservices.co.uk 07748548720 Village Services a Community Social Enterprise since 2010 for social impact in Caerleon, providing genuine care in our community, for our elderly neighbours to maintain community interaction and for the younger generation to develop transferable skills and gain work experience.  Meeting neighbours, sharing a story, regardless of age; we have no barriers! Be part of something great. An inclusive environment where people of all abilities can connect with their community, learn new skills, and ultimately grow something truly unique. Assisting…