Brynaman

Community cafe Canolfan Maerdy’s Community Café, at New Road, Tairgwaith, now has outdoor seating. It is open between 9.30am and 2.30pm (Monday to Friday) and 9am to 2pm on Saturdays.

Clwb Cwtsh Would you like to learn Welsh for free from the comfort of your own sofa? Fun-filled virtual Clwb Cwtsh is holding an eight-week taster course, with children also welcome. For more details, please contact clwbcwtsh@ meithrin.cymru or visit the website, www. meithrin.cymru/clwb-cwtsh/

Kind donation Ysgol Gymraeg Gwaun cae Gurwen has thanked local shop Loco Store, on Heol y Gors, Cwmgors, for their kind contribution towards the school of £500. Diolch yn fawr.

Birthday news Very best wishes to Gwaun cae Gurwen lady Mrs Marian Leyshon, of Lower Colbren Road, who celebrated her 85th birthday on May 14. Meanwhile, former Gwaun cae Gurwen boy Derek Francis, now residing in Ammanford, celebrated his 70th birthday last week. Penblwydd hapus, Derek.

Line dancing vacancies The Valley Stompers, established in the area since 1990, have a few spaces in their absolute beginners line dancing class for adults, held at the Aelwyd Hall, Brynaman, at 6pm every Tuesday. Class numbers are limited at the moment, so places need to be booked in advance. The Stompers’ line dancing class returned from the latest lockdown break on May 4 in a Covid-secure environment; have a look on Facebook and send a message to contact them.

A NURSE who helps wounded military veterans across Wales has been volunteering as a vaccinator in Carmarthen as the battle against Covid-19 continues.

Helen Neve has been injecting arms at Halliwell Conference Centre, University of Wales Trinity Saint David, College Road, in Carmarthen through her job as the veterans community nurse for Wales at Help for Heroes, which gives staff paid ‘Do your Bit’ days.

“I feel it’s a real contribution to society and the people of Wales,” said Helen, whose duties also include preparing the time-sensitive vaccine doses before they are given.

“The relief and gratitude people have once they’ve had their vaccine is huge, there are a lot of very emotional people.

“It’s a wonderful thing to know that I have contributed to that by using my clinical skills and experience.”

Helen, who is part of the Hywel Dda health board’s vaccination team, said: “I’ve seen some amazing arm tattoos which have led to some great conversations. It has been fantastic to meet people again and make a real difference.”

Helen, whose nursing career spans 35 years, has worked across the NHS and charity sector and was involved in a convoy carrying humanitarian aid to Bosnia during the war in 1993.

She has been supporting veterans virtually throughout the pandemic whilst networking with other organisations in Wales to highlight the range of services Help for Heroes offers.

She said: “I’m very much looking forward to getting back out into the community again so I can clinically support military veterans with serious traumatic injuries and the resultant long-term health issues, whether that’s by making home visits or meeting at a local hub.

“Isolation has been a big issue for everyone so I’m eager to meet veterans face to face to help them on their recovery journey.”

Hands, I have made inquiries and do not believe they are up for sale...”. Ms Bracey referred the matter to an official, neither the Carmarthenshire director nor his deputy, who may shed light on the future of the previously dignified and secure unit serving vulnerable clients and their families.

Changing rooms The leaking roof of the park changing rooms and some ensuing damage have been approved for immediate repair by the community council. A quote of £150 was given for the necessary works.

Iconic red phone box On a proposal by Councillor Peter Lewis at a community council meeting it was agreed to purchase for £1 a disused red telephone box. He went on to suggest that such a heritage icon be put by the Memorial Garden fronting Coalbrook Road. Its future use would be looked at following investigating similar schemes in villages across the country.

Digital development support Age Cymru Dyfed offers people aged 50-plus hands-on help to introduce and develop the use of digital technology. Through free telephone sessions, often led by Haroun Varden, guidance is given through tasks enabling older users to be comfortable with digital communication links. For further details contact Age Cymru Dyfed on 01554 784080 or email p.mcilroy@ agecymrudyfed.org.uk

Post Office times Located in CK’S supermarket the area’s main post office operates seven days a week from 8am to 8pm with a lunch break between 12.30pm and 1pm.

the women’s section of the rugby club, is looking for volunteers/coaches who can spare some time to help build the teams. Please message the ‘Y Piod Pinc’ Facebook page if interested.

Skate park Now that pandemic restrictions have eased, consultation sessions for the proposed skate park in Tumble can now take place, keeping to Welsh Government coronovirus regulations. The original site was found to be unsuitable and a new site has been proposed at the rear of the hall. Members of the community will be able to find out about, and comment on, the latest developments. For more information contact Sue James cdo@ccllannon.org.uk Meals on Wheels Do you know someone who would appreciate this service? Meals are still available for delivery on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Details from Mandy on 07806 340188 / 01269 841213.

Tumble Hall Hall management is considering ways to make the hall available for use by groups in the community under the latest Welsh Government regulations. Contact Chris Bowkett if your group/society would like to discuss the possibility of meeting in the hall again.

Llannon Community Council serves Cross Hands, Llannon, Tumble and Cwm-mawr, promoting community development and facilities. Normally, members of the public can attend council meetings held on the third Wednesday of the month but these are being held via the internet (Zoom) for the time being. You can observe online by arrangement with the clerk. Minutes of meetings are placed on the website. For information see the council’s website, Facebook page or contact the clerk: clerk@ccllannon.org. uk 07971 026493. Members of staff are working to make as many council facilities as possible available to residents. Cymunedau Mynydd Mawr Communities is the Facebook page of Llannon Community Council. You will find information there that may be of use to you.