Thursday 29 July 2010

Communities First rewards local community heroes

An awards ceremony hosted by Communities First saw local people who contribute to the community rewarded for their efforts.
The following groups won in the following catergories with many others being highly commended
Community Group of the year: Winner: South West Rhyl Over 50's group
Local partner agency of the year: Winner: Citizens Advice Bureau
Environmental Project of the year: Winner: Community Payback/Probation services with an outstanding contribution going to Marsh residents Association
Outstanding contribution from an individual or group of members aged over 50 years+
Winner: Rita Hewitt - Cosy Club
Best Project engaging Children and young people: Winner:Rhyl football Club/Strikers
Volunteer of the year over 25 & under 25: Winners: Over 25 Jane Allen, Vale Residents Association. Under 25 Sammy Jo Bamber
Good neighbour of the year: Winners: Irene Layhe & Keith White - Residents of Plas Cyril
Health Initiative of the year: Winners: Keyring
Local Business of the year: Winners: Rhyl Rugby Club
Crime Safety Initiative of the year - Community Beat Manager - Stephanie Ball & PCSO Phillip Roberts

Thursday 22 July 2010

Communities First puts on a good show!


Over 180 residents including families attended a show entitled "Stars for a Night" at Rhyl Little Theatre on July 15th organised by Communities First Development Officer Emma Osborne.

Several local schools including Ysgol Mair & Ysgol Emmanuel showcased their talents to a packed house at the theatre.

Local dance groups including Inferno Dance Club, other local dance groups & north wales karate club also gave their time free to make the show a success.

Monies raised from the night will be used to host activities for children in the area in the October half term