The Oriel Myrddin Gallery in Carmarthen is looking to appoint an arts education and research officer.

They seek an individual to facilitate, deliver and develop (in conjunction with Oriel Myrddin’s Gallery Manager) education provision that enhances Oriel Myrddin’s exhibition programme to primary and secondary schools, colleges and adult audiences in Carmarthenshire.

The ability to communicate effectively in Welsh is required to accomplish this post.

Support can be provided on appointment to reach this level.

Arts Education & Research Officer

22.5 hours per week

£21,074* – £24,657* (Grade F) *Pro-rata

Closing Date : 20/05/2018

For an informal discussion please contact Catherine Spring on 01267 224833. 

www.orielmyrddingallery.co.uk

Llanelli is now officially a ‘Fairtrade zone’ after a very successful Fairtrade Fortnight back in February/March.

Llanelli MP Nia Griffith said:

“This is a huge achievement, but in order to maintain Fairtrade status we need more people to come forward to help run the local Fairtrade group.

“Tara Fisher, the Secretary of Llanelli and District Fairtrade, has done amazing work to promote fair trade locally, but she needs help to sustain the current level of activity.

“The AGM for Llanelli Fairtrade is tonight (Wednesday, May 16) at 7pm in Llanerch Community Hall (Heol Nant-y-Felin, SA15 3PA).

“I would encourage anyone with an interest in fair trade or who wants to get more involved in community activities to go along to Wednesday’s meeting and volunteer your time and skills.

“Llanelli Fairtrade are looking in particular for people with experience of running events, publicity and talking to schools who are available to attend monthly strategy meetings and Fairtrade events in the community.

“That being said, I’m sure they would welcome any help or support that you can offer.

“If you are planning to attend the AGM or aren’t available but would like to get involved, please let Tara Fisher know (tara.fisher9@gmail.com or 07874264230).”

Here’s a link to the AGM event page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/2002324053352061/

Ospreys Rugby are delighted to confirm Rory Thornton as the latest player to sign a new contract.

The 23-year old second row has put pen to paper on a two-year deal with his home region, becoming the 12th player to recommit during 2018.

Approaching full fitness after a nightmare season that has seen him suffer two lengthy spells on the sidelines with shoulder injuries, the former Wales U20 captain is delighted to have signed a new deal and is targeting increased game time next season.

“I’ve got two more years with my home region, which I’m really happy about” said Thornton.

“I’ve had a frustrating year with the shoulders and I’ve missed a lot of rugby but I’m getting close to full fitness and really looking forward to having a full pre-season, making up for lost time. I’m chomping at the bit to get going again, next season is an important one for me.

 “It’s an exciting time for me and I’m looking forward to being fully fit again, spending time working more closely with Allen Clarke and, hopefully, doing enough to get more game time. I can’t wait for the new season to come around.”

Having come through the development pathway at the Ospreys via Bonymaen and Swansea, Thornton was crowned the Youth Development Player of the Year at the Region in 2013, and captained the Welsh U20 team during the 2015 Six Nations and Junior World Cup.

By that time he had already started to make his mark in an Ospreys shirt, his debut coming in an Anglo Welsh Cup tie against Saracens at the Gnoll in November 2014, his PRO12 debut just a fortnight later versus Ulster at Kingspan Stadium. He made his European bow the following year in the memorable 34-29 loss to Clermont Auvergne at Stade Marcel Michelin.

To date, he has played 59 times for the Ospreys, and he made his senior international debut last summer, against Samoa.

Dan Griffiths, Rugby General Manager, Ospreys Rugby, welcomed the news, saying:

“Rory is someone who has already played a lot of rugby at a young age, showing he has the potential to establish himself at a regional and national level, so this is good news.

“The challenge for him now is to take his game to the next level, to become a key member of the pack, stepping out of the shadows and challenging the world class players we have in the second row by performing to a consistently high standard day in, day out.”

As the season draws to a close the Scarlets have added another two new recruits to their ranks for the forthcoming 2018-19 season in the Guinness PRO14 and European Rugby Champions Cup.

With six newcomers in Uzair Casseim, Clayton Blommetjies, Kieron Fonotia, Blade Thomson, Kieran Hardy and Sam Hidalgo-Clyne already announced the Scarlets are pleased to confirm that two more names have been added to the in-coming contingent of Scarlets.

Fly half Angus O’Brien and loose forward Ed Kennedy, both 23, will join the Scarlets from Dragons and Australian side Randwick respectively.

O’Brien was part of the Dragons U18s set-up and went on to earn 7 caps for Wales U20s. He was Dragons’ top points scorer in 2016-17 and had previously played for Principality Premiership side Cross Keys, he made his debut for the Newport Gwent Dragons on 12th September 2014, aged just 19 years old. O’Brien was also part of the Dragons 7s team that were crowned champions of the Premiership Sevens in 2015.

Light-footed with good acceleration Welsh qualified Kennedy is a dynamic loose forward who will benefit from Scarlets’ open, exciting and expansive style of play. Standing at 195cm Kennedy strikes an imposing figure with the ability to play on the blindside as well as at lock.

Commenting on the news head coach Wayne Pivac said; “As this season has showed it is vitally important to have strength in depth across the squad as international call-ups have an effect on player availability during autumn and Six Nations windows.

“Both Angus and Ed are two young guys looking to continue their development and make a mark on the professional stage. Having young players pushing the seniors and starting team is what drives the whole squad and helps us to be competitive. We look forward to welcoming both to the region and to see them continue to flourish over the coming months and years.”

Jon Daniels, Scarlets General Manager of Rugby, added; “We’re particularly excited to welcome two new faces in the shape of Angus O’Brien and Ed Kennedy to the region for the new season.

“Angus is an exciting young fly half who will look to continue his development here with us after showing great promise with the Dragons and Wales Under 20s.

“Ed, despite being potentially an unknown name to the rugby audience here in Wales, is a very exciting young loose forward prospect. At just 23 years of age he has plenty of development still to do and will benefit from both on and off-field environment here at Parc y Scarlets.

“Our recruitment policy and planning is as much about succession planning as it is the immediate future and we’re very excited to see how both continue to grow as young men both on and off the field.”

The latest podcast from Phil Evans and Robert Lloyd has just been released.

The Jenkins Bakery is once again delighted to be supporting National Doughnut Week and The Children’s Trust Charity.

For every doughnut sold, the firm will be donating 5p to the Children’s Trust Charity.

In 2016, the Jenkins Bakery shops throughout South Wales raised more than £850 for the charity.

The doughnut week runs until Saturday (May 19).

Jenkins Bakery operations director Russell Jenkins said that Doughnut Week was a great opportunity to celebrate the doughnut and raise money for a very worthwhile charity.

He added: “Our staff enjoy getting into the spirit of doughnut week and we are always grateful for the support of our customers, who enter into the spirit of the event and help the Children’s Trust Charity.”

Gowerton staff looking forward to celebrating National Doughnut Week – Ella, Shannon and Sara.

Sospan shop staff are ready with their doughnuts – Pam, Manageress Kate and Leah.

Websites –

http://www.nationaldoughnutweek.org/

https://www.thechildrenstrust.org.uk

The Jenkins Bakery doughnut range –

Caramel Doughnut £1.08

Our top quality doughnut coated with Caramel Crembel with crème patisserie filling.

Chocolate Ring Doughnut 80p

Our top quality ring doughnut hand decorated with Chocolate Crembel & scattered with white fondant.

Yum Yums 68p or two for £1.20

Our top quality doughnut cut into oblong shapes twisted by hand and coated with lemon water icing.

Iced Vanilla Ring Doughnuts 72p

Ring doughnut covered in vanilla flavoured crembel and with various toppings.

Sugar Ring Doughnut 50p

Top quality ring doughnut coated with sugar.

Blueberry Doughnut 90p

Top quality doughnut filled with a premium Blueberry filling, topped with violet/blue icing and hand decorated with chocolate lines.

Caramel Ring Doughnut 80p

Our top quality ring doughnut hand decorated with Caramel Crumble and finished with Caramel-flavoured chocolate curls.