First cases of plague affecting garden birds discovered in Wales - WalesOnline

First cases of plague affecting garden birds discovered in Wales WalesOnline A PLAGUE affecting garden birds that leaves them covered with tumours has spread into Wales, researchers have warned. The avian pox has infected great tits for the first time and is spreading across the country with … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 06:32:02 GMT+00:00

New excavation at Caerleon `could change understanding of Roman history in Wales` - WalesOnline

New excavation at Caerleon 'could change understanding of Roman history in Wales' WalesOnline AN EXCAVATION of a newly-discovered network of ancient buildings could potentially change our understanding of Roman history in Wales, archaeologists believe. Staff, students and volunteers from Cardiff University have … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 06:31:59 GMT+00:00

`Actions will speak louder than words`, says Wales captain Sam Warburton - WalesOnline

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'Actions will speak louder than words', says Wales captain Sam Warburton WalesOnline WALES captain Sam Warburton has urged his side to follow his lead against England at Twickenham tomorrow. In the absence of injured hooker Matthew Rees, Warburton will captain Wales for the second time after being … Williams unhappy at captain callBBC News all 4 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 08:35:09 GMT+00:00

Number using loan sharks in Wales up 40% in four years - BBC News

Number using loan sharks in Wales up 40% in four years BBC News The number of people in Wales turning to loan sharks has risen by 40% in the last four years. The Wales Illegal Money Lending Unit (IMLU) said the figure has jumped from 15000 to 25000 since 2007. The most vulnerable areas include Swansea, Newport, … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:37:41 GMT+00:00

Huw Bennett recalls mixed fortunes in clashes with England at Twickenham - WalesOnline

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Huw Bennett recalls mixed fortunes in clashes with England at Twickenham WalesOnline WALES hooker Huw Bennett will travel to Twickenham tomorrow with mixed memories of the home of English rugby. Bennett, along with Ospreys colleague Alun Wyn Jones, are the only two starting survivors from the side … Strong Wales set to face EnglandBBC News Roberts predicts typically fiesty affairESPN.co.uk Stephen Jones to set Wales record against EnglandUniversal Sports (blog) Reuters Africa -Telegraph.co.uk -Campaign Series all 51 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 08:35:13 GMT+00:00

Triathlon: Helen Jenkins aims to get Olympic spot done and dusted - WalesOnline

Triathlon: Helen Jenkins aims to get Olympic spot done and dusted WalesOnline TRIATHLETE Helen Jenkins aims to draw on Nicole Cooke's Beijing gold to become the first Welsh athlete to qualify for next year's Olympics. Bridgend-based Jenkins will guarantee her place at London 2012 if she … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 08:02:52 GMT+00:00

Q&A: Cardiff City boss Malky Mackay - WalesOnline

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Q&A: Cardiff City boss Malky Mackay WalesOnline Malky Mackay: “The expectation of this club is to try and get to the Premier League. We will start the race, just like every other club, trying to get into the top six or better. I have managed to be there three … Cowie aware of Cardiff pressureBBC News all 12 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 08:32:56 GMT+00:00

Meet the Welsh theatre and comedy talent heading to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe - WalesOnline

Meet the Welsh theatre and comedy talent heading to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe WalesOnline Nathan Bevan takes a look at some of the best home-grown acts treading the boards National Theatre Wales will celebrate one of the most distinctive Welsh voices of the last century by taking his works to the fabled Edinburgh Festival Fringe, … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 09:08:56 GMT+00:00

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Report finds people in Wales watch more TV than anywhere else in the UK - WalesOnline

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Report finds people in Wales watch more TV than anywhere else in the UK WalesOnline PEOPLE in Wales watch more TV and listen to more radio than anywhere else in the UK, it has been revealed. In Wales, people average 4.5 hours a day in front of the box, compared to four hours for the UK as a whole, … 1800 watch TV without a licence in North WalesDaily Post North Wales Broadband adoption continues to rise in WalesuSwitch.com (Tech) Sharp increase seen in Welsh home broadband take-upBroadbandChoice.co.uk all 3 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 08:33:53 GMT+00:00

130 years since Sunday drinking was banned in Wales - BBC News

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130 years since Sunday drinking was banned in Wales BBC News One-hundred and thirty years ago this month, William Gladstone's Liberal government passed an act which would change the culture, politics, and even the architecture of Wales, for over a century. … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:41:31 GMT+00:00

North Wales Police issues summer drink-driving warning to Flintshire motorists - Flintshire Chronicle

North Wales Police issues summer drink-driving warning to Flintshire motorists Flintshire Chronicle NORTH Wales Police is reminding Flintshire residents to 'think before you drink', as part of the All Wales Summer anti-drink-driving campaign. The first four weeks of the campaign saw 18345 breath tests carried out across Wales – including 5715 tests … North Wales Police under fire over 20% drop in number of criminals caught and …WalesOnline all 4 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 09:11:40 GMT+00:00

Teachers in Wales asked for written declarations of disciplinary problems in … - WalesOnline

Teachers in Wales asked for written declarations of disciplinary problems in … WalesOnline TEACHERS seeking jobs in Wales are to be asked to fill out a written declaration that they have not been disciplined in England. Unions have welcomed the measure introduced by the General Teaching Council for Wales in the … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 06:38:08 GMT+00:00

Shanklin warns Wales to beware Pacific sides - SuperSport.com

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Shanklin warns Wales to beware Pacific sides SuperSport.com Wales veteran Wales veteran Tom Shanklin warned that the ever-improving Pacific Island teams pose a real danger to Wales' chances of escaping from their World Cup group. warned that the ever-improving Pacific Island teams pose a real danger to Wales' … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 04:02:32 GMT+00:00

Car dealer dies after falling from boat in North Wales - Stoke & Staffordshire

Car dealer dies after falling from boat in North Wales Stoke & Staffordshire A 63-YEAR-OLD businessman has been found dead after he fell from his boat into the sea in North Wales. The body of Alan Dawson Patterson, of Froghall, was spotted floating in water by holidaymakers off Bennar Beach, near Dyffryn Ardudwy at around 8pm … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 08:41:46 GMT+00:00

Madeleine Pulver collar bomb attacker sought by New South Wales police - Metro

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Madeleine Pulver collar bomb attacker sought by New South Wales police Metro Sydney police have begun their search for an individual who fixed a 'collar bomb' around the neck of Madeleine Pulver, 18, the daughter of one of Australia's wealthiest couple William and Belinda Pulver in the suburb of Mosman yesterday. … Suspected bomb attached to Mosman womanABC Online Australian woman freed of collar bombAljazeera.net Bomb hoax teenager 'in good spirits' after ordeal in SydneyThe Guardian Register -Channel 4 News -Herald Sun all 2,391 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 06:55:42 GMT+00:00

Warren Gatland insists black Wales kit is not an insult to All Blacks - The Guardian

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Warren Gatland insists black Wales kit is not an insult to All Blacks The Guardian Warren Gatland believes Wales and England taking black change kits to the World Cup next month is a mark of respect towards host nation New Zealand. England, especially, have been criticised in New Zealand, with some suggesting the away shirt … Keith Quinn: Looking Back to 1987 - NZ v WalesTVNZ The rivalries: A history of obsessionNew Zealand Herald Rugby World Cup 2011: England's black kit isn't offensive to New Zealand, says …Telegraph.co.uk Sportinglife.com -ESPN.co.uk all 412 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 10:08:48 GMT+00:00

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Businesses in Wales `still cautious over expansion` - WalesOnline

Businesses in Wales 'still cautious over expansion' WalesOnline BUSINESSES in Wales continue to be cautious about expansion, according to the latest Wales Business Watch from Deloitte and the Western Mail. The survey, issued by the leading business advisory firm, asked 300 businesses … 8% increase in retail administration in WalesDaily Post North Wales Welsh retail businesses show growing distressBusiness Sale Report all 3 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 07:37:57 GMT+00:00

Kewell dropped for Wales friendly - Yahoo! Eurosport UK

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Kewell dropped for Wales friendly Yahoo! Eurosport UK The 32-year-old was left out of the Socceroos squad to play Wales in a friendly in Cardiff on August 10 and national coach Holger Osieck was unequivocal when explaining why he had been omitted while Lucas Neill, also club-less, had been included. … Welsh defector Rhys Williams set to return in Australia coloursWalesOnline Socceroos mix it up for friendly with WalesSydney Morning Herald Cahill and Schwarzer back for Wales clashAFP BBC Sport -The Australian -Tribalfootball.com all 164 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 07:01:35 GMT+00:00

Fly-tipping is on the decrease across Wales - WalesOnline

Fly-tipping is on the decrease across Wales WalesOnline THE number of recorded fly-tipping incidents in Wales has continued to fall, according to new figures. Since 2006/7, the crime has reduced by 24%, from 54841 cases to 41750, in 2010/11. This reduction in cases has … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 07:14:07 GMT+00:00

Wales boss Speed backs survival bid - The Leader - Wrexham & Flintshire news

Wales boss Speed backs survival bid The Leader - Wrexham & Flintshire news “Wrexham has a great history stretching back more than 100 years and it is something that means a great deal to the fans, the community, the area and Wales as a whole,” he said. “I know a lot of my colleagues at the Football Association of Wales (FAW) … Wrexham's Racecourse Ground sold to Glyndwr UniversityDaily Post North Wales all 5 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:26:12 GMT+00:00

Harte-Hanks Trillium Software Customer Wales & West Utilities Improves … - MarketWatch (press release)

Harte-Hanks Trillium Software Customer Wales & West Utilities Improves … MarketWatch (press release) OFGEM is the UK Office of the Gas and Electricity Markets About Wales & West Utilities Wales & West Utilities, with its main offices based in Newport, South Wales, is a regulated gas distribution business with around 35000 km of gas distribution … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:04:10 GMT+00:00

`Forgotten` north Wales coal pits remembered - BBC News

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'Forgotten' north Wales coal pits remembered BBC News Stories of the "forgotten" coal pits of north Wales are being published by the National Coal Museum. It is hoped the stories in Big Pit's people's history magazine GLO will encourage others to share memories. Ceri Thompson, coal curator for National … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 05:49:47 GMT+00:00

Cobblers ace Arron has Wales ambition - Northampton Chronicle & Echo

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Cobblers ace Arron has Wales ambition Northampton Chronicle & Echo WALES ace Arron Davies is hoping a good season at Sixfields will aid his chances of playing for his country again. The 27-year-old has one international cap to his name after coming off the bench against Trinidad & Tobago in 2006, when he was playing … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 07:18:37 GMT+00:00

Record revenue sees WRU thrive in world rugby financial league table - WalesOnline

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Record revenue sees WRU thrive in world rugby financial league table WalesOnline Despite having the smallest population and economy of the 10 so-called tier one unions – which, as well as Wales, are England, France, South Africa, New Zealand, Ireland, Argentina, Australia, Scotland and Italy – the Welsh Rugby Union last year … Kaplan to rest for World CupSPORT24 all 16 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 07:38:01 GMT+00:00

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Jamie Roberts: Wales v England clash is no friendly - WalesOnline

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Jamie Roberts: Wales v England clash is no friendly WalesOnline WALES centre Jamie Roberts has insisted Saturday's World Cup warm-up against England will match the intensity of a Six Nations showdown between the two bitter rivals. Warren Gatland's men start their three-match … Keith Quinn: Looking Back to 1987 - NZ v WalesTVNZ England defend their black jersey decisionMSN NZ News England confident black jersey won't offendStuff.co.nz Evening Standard -ESPN.co.uk -3News NZ all 335 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:07:23 GMT+00:00

Wales handed World Cup spot - Mirror.co.uk

Wales handed World Cup spot Mirror.co.uk Wales have been spared from having to qualify for November's omega World cup in china thanks to some higher-ranking players turning the event down. The 18 exempt nations were determined by the world rankings two weeks ago. … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 09:04:02 GMT+00:00

Former Plaid MP`s study claims independent Wales could be 39% better off - Daily Post North Wales

Former Plaid MP's study claims independent Wales could be 39% better off Daily Post North Wales FORMER Plaid Cymru MP Adam Price published Harvard research findings that Wales could have been 39% richer as an independent nation. Mr Price, who stood down after two terms as Carmarthen West MP, is now a research fellow at the … Plaid Cymru research claims independent Wales 'would have made people 39% richer'WalesOnline New magazine explores the neglected history of Welsh miningCulture24 all 4 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:08:54 GMT+00:00

Cahill and Schwarzer back for Wales clash - AFP

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Cahill and Schwarzer back for Wales clash AFP SYDNEY — Everton attacking midfielder Tim Cahill and Fulham goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer return to the Australian line-up for their friendly match against Wales in Cardiff, but Harry Kewell is missing. The England-based pair spearhead an 18-man squad … Everton's Cahill named in Australia squad for Wales friendlyTribalfootball.com Harry Kewell left out for Wales friendlyThe Australian Big guns return for Wales matchSBS Herald Sun -The Daily Telegraph -Fox News all 117 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:30:00 GMT+00:00

Heatwave to (finally) arrive in Wales - but it`ll only last a couple of days - WalesOnline

Heatwave to (finally) arrive in Wales - but it'll only last a couple of days WalesOnline But fear not, because the rays that seemed to shine only on England yesterday are poised today and tomorrow to bring Wales the kind of balmy conditions the forecasters have been promising. The Met Office has promised Wales will see temperatures in the … and more »

[META]Read More First Published: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:31:33 GMT+00:00

England v Wales: Johnno`s boys in rude health as WC looms - betting.betfair.com (blog)

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England v Wales: Johnno's boys in rude health as WC looms betting.betfair.com (blog) "England are as short as [1.18] in the early market to start their serious World Cup preparations with a win against Wales. It looks like buying money, because while the Welsh have injury problems, with captain Matthew Rees ruled out, Johnson has got … Ashton reflects on Johnson's royal punishment for wedding shenanigansDaily Mail MARTIN JOHNSON'S CURE FOR WEDDING HANGOVERSDaily Star Rugby World Cup 2011: Mike Tindall's wedding guests shown no mercy by …Telegraph.co.uk all 15 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 10:00:00 GMT+00:00

North Wales family pay tribute to cyclist who died in crash. - Daily Post North Wales

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North Wales family pay tribute to cyclist who died in crash. Daily Post North Wales An inquest was expected to be opened yesterday by Coroner for North East Wales John Gittins. North Wales Police are now appealing for witnesses. A NWP spokesman said: “Police are appealing to anyone who was in the vicinity at the time and who witnessed … Tributes after cyclist, 13, diesBBC News Family pay tribute to Ewloe girl, 13, killed in crash at DobshillFlintshire Chronicle all 11 news articles »

[META]Read More First Published: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:09:08 GMT+00:00

Results: 2011 National Eisteddfod of Wales - 4barsrest.com

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Results: 2011 National Eisteddfod of Wales 4barsrest.com The sun was shining in Wrexham on the weekend as bands from all corners of the Principality battled for high profile glory at the National Eisteddfod of Wales. Televised live by broadcaster S4C, with additional daily highlights later each night, … AM calls for rethink over cross-border housingWalesOnline Language games at Swansea University's stand at EisteddfodNews Wales Posted in News | No Comments » « Previous Entries Six Nations Fixtures 2011 by wd on December 31st, 2010 In our only regular annual feature on Welsh Directory. Cricket in Wales in 2010 by wd on March 5th, 2010 Thursday 24 June 2010 NatWest Series - England v  Australia @ The SWALEC Stadium  Sunday 5 September 2010 NatWest International Twenty20 - England v  Pakistan @ The SWALEC Stadium  Tuesday 7 September 2010 NatWest International Twenty20 - England v  Pakistan @ The SWALEC Stadium . Six Nations Fixtures 2010 by wd on February 2nd, 2010 In our regular annual feature here on Welsh Directory. Six Nations Fixtures 2009 by wd on January 14th, 2009 It's the New Year (have a happy one) and the Six Nations rugby tournament is just around the corner so here is the fixture list with Wales' games highlighted. A tangible sense of relief... by wd on September 7th, 2008 I'm sure I could feel the waves of relief spreading from the Millennium Stadium as Sam Vokes managed to scuff home the only goal of the game in the Wales versus Azerbaijan world cup qualifier. Oh Glammy, Glammy... by wd on August 22nd, 2008 NatWest Pro 40 D2, Swalec Stadium: Glamorgan 218-7 beat Warwickshire 88 by 130 runs Jason Gillespie 5-13 against. Harbourmaster Hotel ~ Aberaeron, Ceredigion, West Wales by wd on May 1st, 2008 We tried to get into the Harbourmaster a couple of years ago, only to met with incredulity that we were trying to make a reservation at such short notice - it was a few weeks before we wanted to stay rather than the expected months. The English village that wants to be Welsh by wd on April 27th, 2008 I love the current story about the English village of Audlem in Cheshire wanting to hold a referendum to become Welsh. Hospital Parking - not so free by wd on April 1st, 2008 The decision of the Welsh Assembly government to provide free parking at all hospitals in Wales caused something of a stink, with English constituents justifiably decrying the injustice of the situation. Warren Gatland the saviour of Welsh rugby by wd on March 18th, 2008 I've been writing a somewhat sceptical piece entitled 'Gatland the savour of Welsh rugby?' for some time, waiting for a slip-up in this years six nations campaign as an opportunity to publish. Latest Comments On Cricket in Wales in 2010 by Chris Chalk on March 15th, 2010 So glad Wales is embracing the cricket, having the test here was terrific. On Hospital Parking - not so free by Free Web Directory on March 5th, 2009 Lol expensive ticket for parking, thats like 6 time more than in my country. On Welsh news from Google News including Charles and Camilla chose photograph taken in Wales for Christmas ... - ic Wales by Dave So on March 3rd, 2009 Fred Goodwin ex senior director of The Royal Bank of Scotland should lose his pension. On dotCYM - The campaign for a .CYM top-level domain by domain name extension for Scotland? - Webmaster Forums UK SEO SEM Webmaster Community Forum on April 4th, 2008 [...] see a problem ... sites are about content not TLD's... There's already a campaign for the Welsh .cym TLD __________________ Small but perfectly formed ~ Welsh Directory Barn Conversion Advice Live [...] On Six Nations Fixtures 2008 by Ospreys dominate Welsh selection | Welsh Directory Blog on January 30th, 2008 [...] [list of six nations fixtures here] If you liked that then read these...Trying Train Times on November 29th, 2007dotCYM - The campaign for a .CYM top-level domain on November 22nd, 2007Graffiti on November 8th, 2007 [...] Pages About Articles, photo’s and all type of content wanted! Template tailoring ~ Bochgoch.com Welsh Directory Blog is proudly powered by WordPress Entries (RSS) and Comments (RSS).