Councillor Siân Gwenllian stands as Cyngor Gwynedd representative

Plaid Cymru’s Felinheli Branch has recently selected Councillor Siân Gwenllian to stand as the Plaid candidate at Gwynedd Council’s Local Election on 3 May 2012. Siân has represented the village as Gwynedd Councillor since 2008 and during the past two years, she has led the Council’s Finance Portfolio.

Alun Ffred Jones, Plaid Cymru’s Arfon Assembly Member said: “I look forward to continuing to work with Siân for the benefit of Felinheli’s residents. She is experienced in working as part of a team on a local level on behalf of the community and has the ability to lead wisely within the county council. People like Siân will be instrumental within Gwynedd Council during this next difficult economic period. I wish her all the best in the local Election.”

Hywel Williams, Plaid Cymru’s Arfon Member of Parliament said: “Siân is a very able Councillor who has won the high regard of the people of Y Felinheli, and her commitment to the area is plain to see. As your Member of Parliament I have benefited greatly from Siân’s advice and knowledge on local and national matters. I am very glad to recommend her to you as Plaid Cymru’s candidate for Y Felinheli.”

Margaret Tuzuner, Felinheli’s Plaid Branch Chair said: "During the last four years, Siân has worked tremendously hard on behalf of our residents and community. She succeeded in gaining funds for a number of community projects. Some of these include upgrading the Neuadd Goffa, creating Felin Sgwrsio, dog foul and litter campaigns, creating a website for the village and upgrading Lôn Las and Cerrig yr Afon."

Siân Gwenllian said: "It has been a great honour to represent the area during the past four years. I would be delighted to be re-elected on 3 of May as I have so much more I want to achieve. I am keen to ensure more affordable homes for young people in the village and create a new car park. I would also like to see some renovations done to the Glan y Môr area. There are many projects and ideas in the pipeline to ensure that Felinheli continues to be a happy and safe environment to live and work.”

She concluded: “Thank you to everyone for their continued support during the past four years and I hope that the local residents will again support me by registering a vote for me in May!" Siân Gwenllian said.

Siân Gwenllian’s Election campaign will be launched with a Gwyl Ddewi Quiz on Sunday, 4 March at 7.30pmat the Fic, Felinheli.

Click here to view the press release

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News 02:02:12
1) Over £400 was raised by the Salsa evening for the Urdd.

2) Over £1,500 was raised for Eisteddfod yr Urdd 2012 and Cyfeillion yr Ysgol in the night held in Yr Hen Lechan on Saturday in memory of Esyllt. Many thanks to everyone involved in organising the event.

3) At a Plaid Cymru branch meeting Sian Gwenllian was selected as candidate for the Gwynedd Council Elections in May.
Sian said : "So, my first four years as County Councillor draw to a close. It has been a privilege to represent the village and it would be great to be re-elcted on May 3. Many thanks to everyone for their support."

4) Call in for coffee any Friday between 10.30-12.00 at Y Felin Sgwrsio if you are passing!

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Local Development Plan: Y Felinheli

C&D Herald 2/2/12 - Local Development Plan

Click on the image to view the article

Above are articles from newspapers about the Local Development plan which could have a profound impact on the character of the village in future years.

Click here for a link to the Gwynedd Council website should you want to learn more.

The document and land use has been discussed by the Community Council on three occasions and the MAP in Y Felin Sgwrsio shows the ideas that have been presented to Gwynedd Council. Individuals can also make representations before Feb 13. Details on how to do this are on the Gwynedd Council website.

Summary of paper presented by the County Councillor Sian Gwenllian on the LDP
Some Facts:
• 72% of the population speak Welsh (Census 2001).
• Holiday Homes: Around 12%
• House prices are high and young local people are finding it difficult to buy a home.
• Homes for local people: A Local Housing Survey in 2005 found that 84% of the population were in favour of affordable housing.
• New developments: There are 1130 houses in the ward ( May 2006). Within the present development boundaries, there is a large development afoot near the school as part of the Unitary Development Plan ( 52 houses) and another field by the Wern has been earmarked for development. (over 30 houses). 7 new houses have been built within the boundary recently. Another 7 large houses are being built. There are at least 45 planning permissions that have not yet been implemented. This makes a total of 141, which means the village could grow 10% BEFORE any new Development Plan. This is enough and proves the need for some sort of protected status.
• Housing needs: The need in Y Felinheli is affordable housing for young people, social housing, smaller social housing for older people. What we don’t need is for Felinheli to become a satellite village for people working in the nearby towns. The Community Council has noted three small sites where small estates for local people only could be built. These are within the village boundary. One is near the Wern and owned by Gwynedd Community Homes which would be suitable for housing for the elderly. There is another site on Ffordd Caernarfon which would be suitable as a row of affordable housing and there is another site at the bottom of Pen y Bryn, again for local need only.
• The natural environment: Y Felinheli is surrounded by the Menai, Y Faenol estate and agricultural land. The Menai has protected status. Protecting the natural beauty, special amenities and the valuable agricultural land is another argument for protecting the village.
CONCLUSIONS
The new Plan should
1)protect the existing development boundary
2)protect the village from any housing development unless it satisfies local demand in sites that have been offered by the Community Council within the present boundary
3)include areas to be kept as open or leisure spaces or as employment zones as noted by the Community Council on the map
Councillor Sian Gwenllian, Jan 2012

Abba night in memory of Esyllt
Over £1,500 was raised for the Urdd Eisteddfod 2012 and Ysgol Y Felinheli.
Thanks everyone, especially the organisers who worked hard to make the night a memorable one.

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Y FELINHELI IN BLOOM 2011 - RESULTS

BUSINESS

1. Hotel Plas Dinorwic
2. Tafarn Y Fic.
3. Cerrig yr Afon Residential Home.

LARGE GARDEN

1. Mr & Mrs Twm Jones, 30 Y Wern.
2. Mr & Mrs Pepper, Beechwood, Siloh
3. Mr & Mrs I Jones, Rose Cottage.

SMALL GARDEN

1. Mr & Mrs P Wannop, 15 Bryn y Mor.
2. Mr & Mrs E. Thomas, 89 Y Wern.
3. Mrs A Oxton, Siloh.

HANGING BASKETS

1. Mr & Mrs E. Roberts, Plas Eifion.
2. Mr & Mrs P. Wannop, 15 Bryn y Mor.
3. Mrs M. Pritchard

WINDOW BOXES

1. Mr & Mrs D. Coates
2. Mr & Mrs K. Parry, 1 Bush Road
   Mr & Mrs D. Parry, Nashville, Tan y Maes
3. Mr & Mrs E. Owen. Allandale, Beach Road.

OVERALL WINNER - MR & MRS TWM JONES, 30 Y WERN

 

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Councillors’ Report Jan 2012 HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU ALL
1)Letters requesting prices for a contract to landscape improvements on the green slope opposite Londis have been sent to two interested parties. We are eager to hear ideas and will be holding a meeting. Grant has been approved by Tidy Towns.

2)Sustainable Communities Application: Felin is one of 5 communities chosen to be part of an exciting project. Meetings are being held. I will email more details about this scheme.

3)Lon Las: Gwynedd Council is eager for the work to create a new piece of cycle track on the old railway track between Allt Dinas and Ffordd Caernarfon ( accessing the main road near the lay-by on Ffordd Caernarfon) in March 2012. The development will need planning permission and local people will be able to voice their opinions through the planning process.

4) The Urdd Committee has arranged two other events to raise the remaining £2,000.

5)Drws y Coed / Tan y Maes Housing scheme.This land is part of the Unitary Development Plan and would have to include 18 affordable houses out of 52 houses. The plan has not yet been submitted and there will be a chance for everyone to see the plans and make comments through the planning process.

6)Pistyll Footpath near Ffordd Brynffynnon : the work is in accordance to planning permission.

7)Salt chest at the top of Snowdon Street : The Council say the bin has been relocated on the street and will not be placing a new bin.

8)Kiosk at Aberpwll: its condition is deteriorating and BT accept responsibility for maintaining this as it is in a conservation area. We will continue to press for the work to be carried out.

9)Speed limit signs at Aberpwll. A request has been received to either move the 30MPH signs further out of the village or for 40MPH before the 30 signs and for traffic calming.

10)Lon Las near Yr Hen Orsaf (Penningtons): residents are concerned about lack of regulation on cars and cycles near the building. New road markings have been placed here.

11) Y Felinheli Local Development Plan: this is being discussed at Community Council meetings at the moment. I will email more details.

12)Recycling bins have been removed from Half Way at owner’s request. Community Council hopes they can be relocated to car park near the Dock.

13)School : I discussed community issues with Year 6 and will be returning there to develop an action plan.

14)I went to Ysgol Syr Hugh to discuss my work as councillor.

15)Congratulations to all involved in the various Christmas events and activities which were very successful.

16)Congrats to all those who won awards for best gardens last year. The winners will be on www.felinheli.org shortly.

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IN MEMORY OF ESYLLT
Abba tribute night, January 21st in Hen Lechan , Felinheli.
A night to celebrate a friends' life- the real dancing queen- and to raise funds for charities close to her heart.
Fancy dress if you wish, £20 for live music and food.
Tickets from Iona, Meleri or Rhiannon (30 Y Wern)

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Plaid Cymru Y Felinheli : Branch meeting
Meeting to selct candidate for Gwynedd Council election May 2012
Weds Jan 25 at 8.
Meeting for memebers only BUT new members welcome : join Plaid today by visiting
plaidcymru.org .... you can then vote for the new Leader and a Candidate for Felin.

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Salsa Evening
An event to raise money towards this year's Urdd Eisteddfod.
Held on Friday, 27 Jan
at Memorial Hall Y Felinheli at 7.30pm.
Lessons for beginners but emphasis on having fun whilst raising money for a good casue
Tickets £5

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Cymdeithas Heli’r Heulyn

Ionawr 20fed
GERAINT PERCY JONES
“John Eilian: Y Cymro a’r Ford Gron”
Cadeirydd: Grace Roberts

(Welsh medium event but learners welcome)

More information on the calendar - click here

Article in Goriad, December 2011 ( Bangor and Feliheli community newspaper )

Click here to read the article - "Cyngor Cymuned Y Felinheli yn llwyddo i sicrhau buddsoddiad pellach i'r ardal"

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Article in the Caernarfon and Denbigh Herald

Click here to view the on-line article" Botwnnog and Felin picked for scheme"

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Felinheli is one of 5 communities chosen for investment

Five of Gwynedd’s rural communities have been successful in receiving support through the Sustainable Communities project in order to develop community ventures which will ensure new opportunities and services for local people.
Twenty applications were received in total from communities across the county, as part of an open competitive process, the work on projects in Dyffryn Ogwen, Y Felinheli, Botwnnog, Penllyn and Dinas Mawddwy will start in early January 2012.
The Sustainable Communities is an exciting and innovative project which is financed through the Wales Rural Development Plan (2007-2013) and coordinated by Gwynedd Council on behalf of the Gwynedd Economic Partnership.
Gwynedd Watkin, Chairman of Gwynedd Economic Partnership’s Rural Development Sub Group, said:
“This is an innovative and new project for the partnership to coordinate, but the fact that so many have expressed an interest in the support available proves the need for this type of project. The hope is of course that this project will improve the economic health and quality of life in Gwynedd’s rural communities in a sustainable way.”
Sioned Morgan, Sustainable Communities Project officer added:
“These communities will receive in depth support for a period of two years, gaining also from practical and financial support firstly to assess the current situation in their area, community assets and to develop plans for community enterprises.
“The aim of the project will be to enable these communities to strengthen the long-term sustainability of their communities by increasing the ability of local people to remain living and working in the area by, for example sharing community assets, discovering new ways of providing services or developing employment opportunities.
“What’s really exciting about each project within the communities is that the foundation for their success originates from local people and their aspirations for the area – we hope these areas will also, in turn, inspire other communities in Gwynedd to follow their example.”
The various plans the five communities have a wide-ranging:

Y FELINHELI
Councillor Sian Gwenllian, who represents Y Felinheli on Gwynedd Council said: “This is an exiting time for the village, and we take pride in our success in ensuring the practical support offered through the project as well as the opportunity to apply for financial investment of around £100,000 which will enable us to realize our vision for the village.
“We are currently looking into the possibilities of developing a community transport project which will combine various elements including; service to transport local people to the local surgery and various clubs and societies within the village, delivering fresh local products to people of the village as well as ensuring that the vehicle will be run on green energy.”

DYFFRYN OGWEN
Morfudd Roberts, Llanllechid Community Council Clerk on behalf of Dyffryn Ogwen Partnership said: “We are extremely proud that we have been able to secure practical support for Dyffryn Ogwen through the Sustainable Communities project, as well as the chance to apply for funding of approximately £100,000 which will enable us to realize our dreams for the community’s future.
“In the first instance, the work will begin to look into the possibility of working with the police force and the Credit Union in order to ensure the presence of the police and bank back to Bethesda High street.”

BOTWNNOG
One idea that has risen in the Botwnnog area is the possibility of developing part of a building as a resource to trail, process and sell new products – building a new bespoke kitchen as a resource which will give local producers the opportunity to trial, develop and produce new products, also sharing good practice and expertise amongst other producers.
“We have a vision to see Llyn’s products being processed and sold in a central location in Pen Llyn, which in turn will expand to other markets,” said Meinir Jones, the area’s Communities First Coordinator.
“We believe that the practical and financial support available through the Sustainable Communities project will enable us to realize this vision, and we believe that this type of project could also act as a catalyst for the Llyn peninsula area in the field of processing food and local products.”

PENLLYN PARTNERSHIP
Penllyn Partnership is keen to work in collaboration with voluntary and counselling services such as Age Concern, Gwynedd Ni, Youth services, ambulance service and many more in order to ensure the availability of these services to the local community.
Alun Price, the Partnership’s chairman said: “The partnership was formed due to the increasing concern within the area that services are being provided from afar – or not at all – and therefore don’t meet the needs of the community. The partnership believes that services are best served locally where practically feasible, and our aim is to realize this in a number of different fields with as many organizations as possible.”
The project will support the partnership to identify a suitable building that will be able to provide a locality and centralize these organizations in the area.

DINAS MAWDDWY
Elwyn Jones, Chairman of Dinas Mawddwy’s Regeneration Group acknowledged that the next two years will be a very exciting time for Dinas Mawddwy, with Arfon Hughes the group’s chairman adding: “We take great pride in our success in securing the practical support available through this particular project as well as the opportunity to apply for financial investment of £100,000 which will enable us as a community to develop a community venture which will ensure a steady income for the future.”
Councillor John Pughe Roberts, who represents the area on Gwynedd Council noted: “We have an enthusiastic group who are eager to ensure the sustainability of our area, as well as many ideas. Being able to receive support through this project to prioritize and develop ideas which will be realistic and feasible to implement will most definitely increase the community capacity for the future.”
A local launch will be held in each of the five communities early in the new years – look out for the latest updates with regards to the projects in your local papers.
For further information please contact Sioned Morgan, project office on 01286 679628 or SionedMorgan@gwynedd.gov.uk

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Christmas - Y Felinheli Festival

CHRISTMAS FAIR
There will be a FAIR in the Memorial Hall on Saturday morning, Dec 3.
There will be an opportunity for local organisations to hire a table/stall.
Warm welcome to all.
Contact Myfanwy on 07767210825

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Local Development Plan
Message from Gwynedd Council:

Developing the vision, strategic objectives and growth and distribution options - Joint Local Development Plan

Please find attached a copy of a booklet and questionnaire that has been sent to City/ Town/ Community Councils, a number of local groups and individuals asking for their views.

Click here for booklet

Click here for questionnaire

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Tribute to Esyllt Vaughan Jones

Daily Post 15:11:11	Caernarfon and Denbigh 17:11:11

 

View the video Capel Moriah by Esyllt Jones on the History page of the website

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Shelterbox to Colombia

Just before her death, a message was received from Esyllt Vaughan Jones saying that a third Shelterbox, bought with money raised in Y Felinheli had reached Colombia. Each box is numbered and they can be tracked. Another two have gone to Haiti and Japan following the disasters there.

Click here to see the photos

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Councillors’ Report Nov 2011

1) An application for a small grant for landscape improvements on the green slope opposite Londis has been approved. I am eager to hear ideas. We will need to set up a group in the village to discuss and supervise this. First meeting : THIS SATURDAY 10.00 A.M. Nov 19, Memorial Hall.
Sustainable Communities Application: Felin is one of 5 communities chosen to be part of an exciting project. We will get a £100,000 grant towards a local transport scheme which will include a small bus or vehicle. Initial meeting: NEXT Weds, Nov 23, 7.00 p.m. Memorial Hall.

2)More good news ! Lon Las: the bid for money to create a new piece of cycle track on the old railway track between Allt Dinas and Ffordd Caernarfon ( accessing the main road near the lay-by on Ffordd Caernarfon) has been successful. The development will need planning permission and local people will be able to voice their opinions through the planning process
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3) Road safety: double yellow lines have been placed near the school and chapel to improve safety for children, pedestrians and road users.

4) The Urdd Committee is busy raising the £8,000 target we have as a village for next year’s Eisteddfod. Thanks to all who have donated. We need to raise another £2,000.

5) I held a coffee morning to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Relief and we raised £221.60; twice as much as last year.

6) Thanks Canolfan Brynffynnon for doing a litter pick recently.

7)Tan y Maes Housing scheme. Huw Jones from Jones Associates held a meeting for community councillors and Ysgol Felinheli school governors to outline the intention of Watkin Jones and Co to build houses in the field near the school. This land is part of the Unitary Development Plan and would have to include affordable houses. The plan has not yet been submitted and there will be a chance for everyone to see the plans and make comments through the planning process.

8) I represented some of the residents of Ffordd Caernarfon in a planning inspection into changes to the lay-by. They are anxious not to lose parking spaces as a result of the development at 11 Ffordd Caernarfon.

9)A planning application to extend Palas Pinc with new rooms at the back has been passed.

10)Pistyll Footpath near Ffordd Brynffynnon : the Community Council is in contact with the footpaths section as the work going on there may infringe on the path.

11)Bush Road : I had an enquiry about the possibility of improving the surface of the road and I have asked Cyngor Gwynedd to respond, but they say it’s not a priority within the county.

12)Salt chest at the top of Snowdon Street : the bin seems to have disappeared. The Community Council has asked Cyngor Gwynedd for a new bin. The Council will not provide bins in new sites but as this is an old site we need to get another bin here.

13)Kiosk at Aberpwll: its condition is deteriorating and local people are asking what can be done. The Community Council is investigating what can be done.

14)Speed limit signs at Aberpwll. A request has been received to either move the 30MPH signs further out of the village or for 40MPH before the 30 signs and for traffic calming. I will raise the matter with the county Council.

15)Lon Las near Yr Hen Orsaf (Penningtons): residents are concerned about lack of regulation on cars and cycles near the building. New road markings are being proposed.

16)Beach: The community Council had to contact the police after 2 cars went onto the green area on the beach. Gwynedd Council are to erect a new bollard and put a new lock on the gate. It was decided to allow the grass to recover naturally.

17)A new dog fouling bin was provided after the old one broke near Yr Hen Orsaf.

18) Y Felinheli Local Development Plan: this will be discussed at the next Community Council meeting.

To download a copy of Councillors’ Report Nov 2011 - click here

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BBC Radio Cymru record BWLETIN at The Fic

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Coffee Morning cancelled

The coffee morning due to be held this Friday has been cancelled as a sign of respect for Esyllt. Y Felin Sgwrsio will also be closed on Friday.

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Esyllt Vaughan Jones

The village is in shock following the death of Esyllt Vaughan Jones, Cae Glas, Aberpwll, aged 50 last Friday.
Our thoughts are with her son Cai and brothers Huw and Rhys.
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Message from Gwynedd Council : HOUSING

"We are eager to collate the views of people on the housing issues locally.
"The closing date is 18 November, however responses provided after that date are welcomed

A copy of the questionnaire is available via our website:

English
https://arolwg.gwynedd.gov.uk/index.php?sid=71782&lang=en

Welsh
https://arolwg.gwynedd.gov.uk/index.php?sid=71782&lang=cy

Thank you for your co-operation

Strategic Housing Policy Unit
Adeilad Mona
Cyngor Gwynedd
LL55 1SH
Gwynedd

Felin's choir, Cor Cynta'r Felin

Felin's choir, Cor Cynta'r Felin, in concert with an acapella and dance group from Zimbabwe. Details here

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CHRISTMAS FAIR

There will be a FAIR in the Memorial Hall on Saturday morning, Dec 3.
There will be an opportunity for local organisations to hire a table/stall.
Contact Myfanwy on 07767210825

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Half Term at Y Felin Sgwrsio

The clubs will meet as usual but there will be no Yoga and no Councillor's Drop-in-Session.

Friday, Oct 28, Ploughmans Lunch at Y Felin Sgwrsio. Tickets from Myfanwy 07767210825

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Tanks

Important message for septic tank owners - click here

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Coffee Morning

Coffee Morning - everyone welcome!
Enjoy a cup of tea / coffee and a chat to raise money for Cylch Meithrin Y Felinheli.
When - 9.30am, Friday, 18th of November 2011
Where - Memorial Hall, Y Felinheli
Cost – Any contribution towards the Cylch Meithrin
*If possible can Cylch Meithrin parents bring a contribution such as biscuits/cakes with them please.

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Fireworks Night

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News from the Sailing Club

Recently our juniors and youth members took part in the Welsh Youth Championships -we had 26 members competing in 6 classes (out of a total entry of 140) and I am pleased to report that individuals won 3 of the 6 classes and were placed in 4 of the 6 classes. On the British National stage we have five youths as members of their respective British Squads.

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Gwynedd Business Bootcamp

For your information, we are offering people across Gwynedd to attend a "Business Bootcamp which is a free of charge 'lively, two hour session to evaluate exciting ideas to start a business in Gwynedd.

'Do some of your members have been and interest in starting their own business, concerned about how, or can't think of a new idea?'

This is the perfect time for them to make that the first move.

I have attached a summary of the Business Bootcamp for you to have a better idea of the aims of the Bootcamps - click here

We are happy to arrange refreshments and a location that is convenient for them. The sessions will begin January 2012.

Please contact us for more details on 01766 517057 or e-mail
Rachel@mentermon.com

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Dear all,

EXPANDING THE GWYNEDD EXPERIENCE - NEW PROJECT OFFERS COMMUNITIES
OPPORTUNITY TO DEVELOP INNOVATIVE TOURISM IDEAS

Have you heard of the tourism initiative that's offering financial and professional support for Gwynedd communities?

The Experience Gwynedd team are hosting open surgeries to introduce the scheme and to discuss your needs - click here

The sessions will be held at:

* Neuadd Pendre Tywyn between 4pm and 7pm Wednesday 19 October
* Neuadd Goffa Penygroes between 4pm and 7pm Monday 24 October
* Neuadd Goffa Criccieth between 4pm and 7pm Tuesday 25 October
* Neuadd Goffa Harlech between 4pm and 7pm Wednesday 26 October
* Neuadd Ogwen, Bethesda between 4pm and 7pm Thursday 27 October

The £250,000 project, funded by the Gwynedd Rural Development Plan, will, over the next two years, allow 15 communities in Gwynedd to develop their tourism offer in new and exciting ways by offering expert advice and financial support to those who take part.

Warm regards,

Carl Russell Owen
Experience Gwynedd Co-ordinating Team
Phone: 01286 685 254
Mobile: 07730 397 876
Fax: 01286 67 67 62
Email: carl@cambrensis.uk.com

AGM Felinheli Festival

Felinheli Festival's Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday October 20th at 7.00pm at The Memorial Hall.

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Information: MYFANWY : 077767 210 825 / 07818 068 20
Events until Half Term

SEPT
Mon 19 / 26
7.30 pm Spanish Conversation
8.30 pm Dysgu Cymraeg Learn Welsh*

Tues 20 / 27
10.00am – 11.30am
Chair Yoga, chat and cuppa

7.00pm Cylch Cynganeddu efo'r Prifardd Karen Owen – in Welsh

Thurs 22 / 29
2.30am Art for all Class

Friday 23
10.30am - 12.00pm Council surgery

Sat 17 / 24
11.00 - 12.00 Clwb y Dysgwyr - Welsh Learners Club

Friday 30 : The World's Biggest Coffee Morning 10.30

*Meet at The Half Way House

OCTOBER
Sat 1
11.00 - 12.00 Clwb y Dysgwyr - Welsh Learners Club

Mon 3 / 17
7.30 pm Spanish Conversation
8.30 pm Dysgu Cymraeg Learn Welsh*

Tues 4 / 11 / 18
10.00am – 11.30am
Chair Yoga, chat and cuppa

7.00pm Cylch Cynganeddu efo'r Prifardd Karen Owen – in Welsh

Weds 5 / 12 / 19
10 - 12 Computing for all

Thurs 6 /13 / 20
2.30am Art for all Class

Friday 7 / 14 / 21
10.30am - 12.00pm - Council surgery

Sat 8 / 15
11.00 - 12.00 Clwb y Dysgwyr - Welsh Learners Club

Monday 10
7.00 p.m. Photography Club
7.30 pm Spanish Conversation
8.30 pm Dysgu Cymraeg Learn Welsh*

Thurs 13
12 - 2 SOUP CLUB 12 - 2
7.30 GARDENING CLUB

*Meet at The Half Way House

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Y Felinheli : part of the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning!

Felin Sgwrsio, Friday, Sept 30 at 10.30 a.m.

Following a similar event last year, Councillor Sian Gwenllian will be hosting an event at Y Felin Sgwrsio to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

As well as serving tea and coffee, there will be a stall of home produce. Any donations of cakes, jams, chutneys,knitwear and the like would be gratefully received.

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Wedding Dresses Night

A highly successful evening was held with over £530 raised to help renovate the 800 year old Llanfairisgaer Church. Thanks to all those who were
involved with the organising. It was lovely to see the Memorial Hall looking so beautiful!

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FELIN SGWRSIO PROGRAMME OF EVENTS SEPTEMBER 2011

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SPECIAL MEETING
to discuss a bid for money from a new fund (Sustainable Communities)
TUESDAY, SEPT 13, 7 p.m. MEMORIAL HALL (\Meeting Room at the bottom)
What do we need as a village? Come along to voice your opinion.

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Message from your County Councillor

Dear residents

I hope you had a good summer. Please contact me if you think I can help with any matter to do with the village or if you have ideas on how we can improve our community. My contact details are below or call at Y Felin Sgwrsio between 10.30 and 12 on a Friday morning. If I'm not there, a representative of the Community Council will be available to take a message.

SPECIAL MEETING
to discuss a bid for money from a new fund (Sustainable Communities)
TUESDAY, SEPT 13, 7 p.m. MEMORIAL HALL (\Meeting Room at the bottom)
What do we need as a village? Come along to voice your opinion.

We face a busy period with a number of social and fund-raising activities being organised. The details will be on the village website www.felinheli.org ( click on English for the English version) and please feel free to send me any details of events that you are organising so that we can include them in the What's On Calendar and News section on the website.

Here is one example from the website : a fashion show with live models to raise money for Llanfairisgaer Church.

A CENTURY OF WEDDING DRESSES
Llanfairisgaer Church Renovation Fund
In the Memorial Hall - A Century of Wedding Dresses
Weds, Sept 14, 7 till 9 p.m.
Ticket : £3 including tea and biscuits

I will continue to send you regular reports about my work as a councillor. If you know of anyone who is not on my e-mail list who would like
to be included, please let me know.

Hope to see you soon
Councillor Sian Gwenllian

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Councillor's Report Sept 2011

COUNCILLORS REPORT
Sept 2 2010

1) Yellow lines by the school and other areas in the village: I'm very disappointed that the work that has been agreed with the Traffic Unit has not been completed. This includes double yellow lines near the School, Gardd Fôn and the Chapel. I will raise the matter again.

2) PARKING : we need to press on Cyngor Gwynedd to start consulting about changing the parking times on Bangor Street opposite Central Garage to two hours from the present 30 mins ( and no restriction at the weekend). I will pursue the matter.

3) 11 FFORDD CAERNARFON – I continue to work with the residents who are worried about losing parking spaces in the lay-by. I understand that a Public Inquiry is to be held.

4) BUSES – I have been discussing speeding in the village with a Council officer and the complaints have been passed to Arriva and Bws Padarn who say they will be monitoring the situation. A timetable has been erected near Y Wern and the old one removed.

5) NEW BIN - Lan y Môr; at last a new bin has been placed here but two bins are broken. I will raise this with the Council. 4 new dog fouling bins have been placed in the village.

6) ROWEN Surgery - the scheme is still going ahead and I am in regular contact with the developer

7) I continue to help individuals with confidential matters.

9) I continue in my role as Treasurer of Y Felin Sgwrsio and the financial situation there is healthy with a number of clubs and private companies hiring the place and regular money raising activities being held.A community noticeboard will be placed in the window on the Bangor side.

11) The roundabouts at Plas Menai and Faenol: safety work has been completed.

12) Local Development Plan: we need to keep an eye on how this will effect Felinheli and new housing proposals.

13) Aberpwll Kiosk: we need to think about the future of the Kiosk now that its not in use.

14) Hand rail near Rhiwal, Seilo : we need a new handrail near the steps that lead from Seilo to the main road. Clerk to pursue.

15) Bus shelter at Capel Graig, Penrhos : I have asked the Community Council to write to ask for a shelter as the place is used by Felinheli residents.

16) Gwynedd Council has applied for money to create a new Cycle Track on the old railway track between Allt Dinas and the parking bay at Ffordd Caernarfon.No news about this bid. Cyngor Gwynedd is also preparing two other bids for money : one to create a multi-purpose sports pitch near Lon Las Pen y Bryn and one to study options for improving the Lan Mor area. If the bids are successful, there will be a full discussion with the community before proceeding with any work.

17) Cyngor Gwynedd has applied for money to landscape the old Moriah Chapel site opposite Londis. If the bid is successful, there will be an open meeting in the village to discuss the matter.

Many thanks
Councillor Sian Gwenllian

 

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A CENTURY OF WEDDING DRESSES
Llanfairisgaer Church Renovation Fund
In the Memorial Hall - A Century of Wedding Dresses
Weds, Sept 14, 7 till 9 p.m.
Ticket : £3 including tea and biscuits

Community Website is a Hit - Caernarfon & Denbigh 18:08:11

A village website is going from strength to strength since its launch on St David's Day 2009 ... click here to view full article

 

Gwyl y Felin

Gwyl y Felin is anxious to find individuals to volunteer as Stewards on the night of the 10K ( Weds 29 June). Please contact Islwyn or any commiteee member for details.

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Village Raises Money

We raised over £1,200 in the Urdd Jumble Sale on Saturday. Thanks to everyone for their support and the appeal committee for organising the event.

One of Y Felinheli Shelter Boxes has been sent to Japan following the crisis there. The school raised much of the money. The boxes give shelter for up to 10 people with a roof above, warmth and a way of cooking and purifying their own water.

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Cylch Meithrin Felinheli
‘Perfect Pots’ in Seiont Nurseries – 22.6.11

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More Events

Disco Dancing and other news

There will be disco dancing in the Memorial Hall tonight, Tuesday, June 7 between 6 and 8 p.m. For children aged 4 - 10. For more details, contact the Cylch Meithrin at Ysgol Y Felinheli.
Please visit www.felinheli.org ( click on English for English version) for all news and pictures about the village.... including pictures of the children who designed the new anti-dog fouling signs which are to be seen near the Lon Las.

Remember also about Gwyl Y Felin week which is packed with activities again this year. Details on www.gwylfelin.org

Urdd Appeal Sale in the Memorial Hall at 11 this Saturday.

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Urdd Jumble Sale

A Jumble Sale to raise money for next year's Urdd Eisteddfod will be held in the Memorial Hall on Saturday, June 11, 11-4. Tea and biscuits will be served and there will be clothes stalls, books, games, cakes, Urdd goods and much more!

Entry is £1.50 (£1 for pensioners and 50p for children) with all the profit going to the 2012 Urdd Eisteddfod which will be held in Glynllifon.

Come along to find a bargain or two!

Garden festival, Crosshaven, May Bank Holiday Monday

As a village we need to raise £8000 towards next year's Urdd Eisteddfod which is being held in the area. One of the first activities was a Garden Festival in Crosshaven, thanks to the kindness of the owner, Lena Ashley. There were all kinds of stalls and games on the lawn. £600 was collected during the afternoon.

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Dog Fouling Poster

 

	Children of Felinheli school encourage the public to pick up dog fouling

 

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Trip to the summit of Snowdon April 29

Mari Emlyn organised a trip up Snowdon to raise money towards the village's Urdd Appeal. £180 was raised. Although the weather was poor, 18 managed to get to the top from Pen y Pass. Thanks to Mari for organising and to Griffiths Coaches, Y Felinheli for the free coach trip.

 

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Local Development Plan

Here is a letter that provides information about the above Plan
- click here

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Collecting rubbish at Cerrig yr Afon

	On Sunday a group of people worked hard to clear the footpath, the river and surrounding area in the Cerrig yr Afon woods. This was the idea of school pupil Guto Tudur. "Thanks to Guto and thanks to all who came along to clear the rubbish," said County Councillor, Sian Gwenllian. "Do go for a walk through Cerrig yr Afon if you can. It's a lovely place and has improved considerably since getting a new pathway, fences and gates. "It's even better now that the stream has been cleared of rubbish."
The improvement work was part of a scheme funded by the Assembly Government to improve the Lon Las in the area.

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Cylch Meithrin Newsletter

Click here to read a newsletter from the Cylch Meithrin

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Cylch Ti a Fi Y Felinheli meets every Friday between 1.30pm and 3.30pm, in the Caban Clyd, Ysgol y Felinheli. - click here

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CYFARFOD CYFFREDINNOL BLYNYDDOL CYLCH MEITHRIN Y FELINHELI. 16 Mai 2011 - click here

Garden Fete at Crosshaven,Y Felinheli
(to raise money towards Eisteddfod yr Urdd)

MONDAY May 2 between 2 and 4.30.
£2.50 adults, £1.00 children
( in the Memorial Hall if wet)

There will be stalls selling home produce, plants, games for children, cake making competition ( cup cakes, victoria and celebration), tea and cake.

More information : Angharad Harris
Trefeddyg, Y Felinheli
01248 6705 66
07910 095 991

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Japan Earthquake

This message came from Ken Newing, Snowdon Street :

Gardd Fôn Quiz night raised over £120 for Japanese Red Cross, last night, 15 March with a “whip round” and raffle.

Interestingly Quiz Master for the night was Dwynwen Fflur who flies out to Tokyo Monday to take up a teaching post. Best of luck to Dwynwen.

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OLD PHOTOGRAPHS : NEW EXHIBITION

Old photographs of Y Felinheli will be shown at a new exhibition at the Memorial Hall between March 24 and 26.

	Over 200 pictures will be on show, some framed and for sale to raise money for the Ty Gobaith children's hospice. The exhibition will be open in the afternoon from 2 to 6 next Thurs, Fri and Sat. Tea will be served with the proceeds going towards the 2012 Urdd. A grant was received from Cist Gwynedd towards the display boards. Councillor Sian Gwenllian said she was looking forward to the exhibition and paid tribute to the organiser, Len Williams. "Our village is indebted to local historian Len William for bringing this exhibition together and for his work over the years in collecting old photographs and taking pictures himself : we have a splendid record of village life over the years and I'm sure that many will come to see this new exhibition," said Sian Gwenllian.

"It will also be an opportunity for people to visit the newly refurbished Hall. The new amenities have been enthusiastically received and all sorts of activities are being planned.

"But for three days we will be able to look back and reminisce about the past : and raise money for charity at the same time. A warm welcome is extended to all."

For more information contact Len Williams : 01248 670016

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Swydd Cymhorthydd Cylch Meithrin Y Felinheli

Mae Cylch Meithrin Y Felinheli yn chwilio am berson brwdfrydig i lenwi’r swydd uchod.Mae’r gallu i siarad trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn hanfodol.Oriau gwaith fydd 11:00am-1:00pm ar ddydd Llun a dydd Mawrth.
Telir cyflog o £6.50 yr awr.
I gychwyn Mawrth 28ain.
Dyddiad Cau : Mawrth 21ain

Mae’r swydd hon yn ddibynnol ar archwiliad CRB. Am sgwrs pellach cysylltwch â Chadeirydd y Pwyllgor Jo Powell 07276132636 neu’r Arweinydd Lynne Parry 07748068751.

Cliciwch yma am fwy

This is an advertisement for a post with Cylch Meithrin Y Felinheli for which the ability to speak Welsh is essential.

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QUIZ AND KARAOKE EVENING
Friday March 18
Pink Palace - 7:30pm - click here

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FAIR TRADE FELINHELI

CELEBRATE FAIR TRADE FORTNIGHT
SHOW OFF YOUR LABEL
Saturday, 5 March
Felin Sgwrsio 12.30-2.30pm
Fair Trade lunch £2.50

Stall selling Fair Trade goods, raffle, Globingo,
Help break a bunting world record to promote Fair Trade cotton

CANOLFAN BRYNFFYNNON, (Old Primary school) Ffordd Brynffynnon
Friday 11 March 10am-12pm
Show Your Label event

An opportunity for pupils to support Fair Trade and parents, neighbours and local residents are welcome to join us

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SPRINGTIME IN FELIN

These are some of the events planned for the next few weeks :

NEXT THURS MARCH 3 : Referendum on more powers for the Welsh.

SUNDAY MARCH 6 : support Felin Ifan Emyr's song on S4C's Can i Gymru ( Song for Wales)

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WELSH LEARNERS CELEBRATE ST DAVID'S DAY
Welsh learners in Y Felinheli will celebrate St David's Day on March 1 next week with a Cawl, Cerdd a Chan( Soup, Poetry and Song) night.
The "Cawl, Cerdd a Chan" occasion is being organised by Cylch y Dysgwyr/Mets Iaith at the Halfway House next Tuesday, March 1 at 7.30 with Alwen Derbyshire singing as part of the evening.
Each Welsh learner will also contribute towards the night's entertainment in different ways of their own choosing through the medium of Welsh.
"Amongst the promises so far are Welsh poetry recital, a short story, an explanation of the reasons for learning Welsh, a description of village life, and a demonstration of the TPR language learning technique which is used in the Welsh kearning sessions at the Halfway every Monday night" said one of the organsiers, Aled G Job.
"It would be good to see local Welsh speakers coming along to this night in order to support our Welsh learners"!
Tickets are £3 each- available either from Aled on 07818 068 205 or Myfanwy on 07767210825.

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Fun Afternoon for the Family - NEW DATE
Sunday, March 6; 2 till 4
Memorial Hall Y Felinheli
Activities include :
Puppet show
TWF Babies Corner
Free play
Face painting and more
All the family welcome - call in for a cuppa!

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SPRING FUN - April 23 (Sat)
1.30pm –4.00pm - Y Felin Sgwrsio

Easter or Spring Bonnet Competition under 7,11,15 and open
Hunt the Egg
Hunt for the Rabbit's home
orange /tea / coffee, hot cross buns
Join in the Fun !

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Gwyl Felin Easter Activities

Hunt the egg, Easter Monday
Football Field
10.30
Easter fun

Duck Race
12.00
£100 First Prize
& ten £10 prizes
Afon Heulyn Bryntirion Lodge
(Opposite football field)
£1 purchase a duck!

 

Plaid Cymru secure extra cash for Gwynedd Schools

Plaid Cymru Councillors have secured extra funding for Gwynedd primary schools that are facing increased class sizes next September.... click here

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WELSH LEARNERS CELEBRATE ST DAVID'S DAY

Welsh learners in Y Felinheli will celebrate St David's Day on March 1 next week with a Cawl, Cerdd a Chan( Soup, Poetry and Song) night.

The "Cawl, Cerdd a Chan" occasion is being organised by Cylch y Dysgwyr/Mets Iaith at the Halfway House next Tuesday, March 1 at 7.30 with Alwen Derbyshire singing as part of the evening.

Each Welsh learner will also contribute towards the night's entertainment in different ways of their own choosing through the medium of Welsh.

"Amongst the promises so far are Welsh poetry recital, a short story, an explanation of the reasons for learning Welsh, a description of village life, and a demonstration of the TPR language learning technique which is used in the Welsh kearning sessions at the Halfway every Monday night" said one of the organsiers, Aled G Job.

"It would be good to see local Welsh speakers coming along to this night in order to support our Welsh learners"!

Tickets are £3 each- available either from Aled on 07818 068 205 or Myfanwy on 07767210825.

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New song by Yr Ods

Cân Ie dros Gymru!
Download 'Ie Dros Gymru' free - click here

The campaign is now in full swing. The Welsh rugby team had a brilliant game on Saturday and the boys even had time to give this message  http://bit.ly/fV2Pb9.

Our mission is to get a Yes for Wales newspaper to every home in Wales. We have 1 Million Newspapers with Shane Williams on the front page to be delivered to the whole of Wales. more

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Gwyl Felin Easter Activities

Hunt the egg, Easter Monday
Football Field
10.30
Easter fun

Duck Race
12.00
£100 First Prize
& ten £10 prizes
Afon Heulyn Bryntirion Lodge
(Opposite football field)
£1 purchase a duck!

more

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Little Beauty

19 February 2011, 2.30pm
Coleg Menai Drama Studio, Bangor
Tickets: £6/£4 concessions
Phone: 01248 382828 or buy online at: www.pontio.co.uk

Cwmni’r Fran Wen presents
Little Beauty
A PRODUCTION THAT CELEBRATES THE POSITIVE FORCE OF FRIENDSHIP

Theatrical adaptation by Iola Ynyr of Little Beauty by Anthony Browne
With Elen Gwynne and Sioned Wyn
Suitable for 5-10 yrs

A special Gorilla has been taught, by his keepers, to sign for everything he needs in life. But the one thing he wants more than anything is a friend.
Magical...challenging...funny...but most importantly...a brilliant story!
To view poster, click here

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Fun afternoon POSTPONED till March 6

The Pnawn Hwyl, Fun Afternoon has been postponed until March 6. Further information from
Elliw Griffiths

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PATRAN PAT

An unusual coffee morning will be held in Y Felinheli called Patran Pat when 7 women called Pat will join forces to prepare the cuppas!

There will be a free cuppa for anyone else called Pat (man or woman) who calls at Y Felin Sgwrsio on Friday, Feb 25 between 10.30 and 12.

"The imaginative idea came when we realised that so many women called Pat were regulars at Y Felin Sgwrsio which is our small community centre on the street in Y Felinheli," said Dilys Myfanwy, Events Organiser at Felin Sgwrsio.

"We are always on the look out for innovative ways for raising money for the centre and I'm sure Patran Pat will be a great success," said Felin Sgwrsio Treasurer, Gwynedd Councillor Sian Gwenllian."There will be plenty of chatting led by the seven Pats and please call in for a free tea or coffee if your name happnes to be Pat! There's a warm welcome to everyone else of course, as usual."

Felin Sgwrsio is proving a big success in the village after a group of locals got together to turn a cafe that had just closed into a drop-in/community centre on the main street. A grant was obtained from the Community Council and Cist Gwynedd to adapt the two rooms.

Regular activities include Art for All, Yoga, Computer Club, Story Club and a Welsh Learners' Club when local people meet up with learners on an informal basis. On Friday mornings villagers call to see the County Councillor and members of the Community Council. Other organisations such as the Football Club and Gwyl y Felin hire Felin Sgwrsio for their committee meetings.

More Information : Dilys Myfanwy : 07870688783

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Referendum and Welsh Election

Please remember that this WEDNESDAY, FEB 16, 2011 is the closing date for registering for a vote and for applying for a postal vote for the referendum on more powers for the Welsh Assembly.

Do you know of anyone who has moved house recently and may have forgotten to REGISTER? Are you away on March 3 or May 5 or do you know of any students that will be away but wish to have a postal vote?

You can apply for the Referendum March 3 and for the Welsh Election May 5 on the same FORM. Here's the link for printing the bilingual forms : www.aboutmyvote.co.uk

If you need any further information or application forms, please contact Sian Gwenllian.

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Felin Sgwrsio

Thurs Feb 17 : Cawl and Pancake : 12 till 2 £3

Friday Feb 25 : 10.30 till 12 Coffee Morning

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Mets Iaith

Welch classes' at the Half Way House Monday's at
8.30pm

Information: Aled 07818068205

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SPRING FUN - April 23 (Sat)

1.30pm –4.00pm - Y Felin Sgwrsio

Easter or Spring Bonnet Competition under 7,11,15 and open
Hunt the Egg
Hunt for the Rabbit's home
orange /tea / coffee, hot cross buns

Join in the Fun !

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Noson i Ddathlu Gwyl Dewi gyda :
Bob Delyn a’r Ebillion
Yn Neuadd Goffa Y Felinheli
Am 8 p.m.
Nos Sadwrn, 26ain Chwefror 2011
BAR tan 11p.m. (dim bwyd)
Ticedi : £7 ( ffoniwch 01248 670634 neu holwch yn siopau Palas Print)
Trefnir gan Gangen Plaid Cymru Y Felinheli : Felin yn dweud Ie Dros Gymru

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TWO COMMUNITIES UNITE TO PROMOTE WELSH AND IRISH

COMMUNITY efforts to promote Welsh in Y Felinheli will soon be supported by a similar initiative to promote Irish on a community level in the West of Ireland.

Cadwn Felin Dros 70% ( Keep Felin over 70%) have been invited over to An Spideal, near Galway between March 18 and 20 to discuss ideas and plans to promote Welsh and Irish in the two respective communities. It is hoped that this can lead to a formal link between the two communities.

"An Spideal is a similar community to Y Felinheli, in terms of population and in terms of how many people speak the national language in both communities and I think we can learn a lot from each other" said Aled G Job of Cadwn Felin Dros 70%.

"They have already introduced their community language plan with the intention of raising the percentage of Irish speakers in An Spideal from 68% to 75% in five years.We hope we can pick up ideas and advice from them before we launch our own community langugae plan in Y Felinheli by the end of 2011.

The trip from Y Felinheli will include Welsh Speakers and Welsh Learners, travelling to An Spideal on Friday, March 18 and returning on Sunday, March 20. The visit will coincide with a cultural and musical festival in An Spideal over the weekend, and will include trips around Connemara and two social evenings.

Anyone who is interested in coming along can contact Aled on 07818 068 205/aled.job@btopenworld.com. Cadwn Felin Dros 70% will contribute towards travel and accomodation costs.

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FAMILY FUN
20:2:2011

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COFFEE MORNING
11:2:2011

DOG FOULING: WE WANT TO GET RID OF IT!

Councillor hopes irresponsible dog owners will listen to children Year 6 Ysgol Y Felinheli and Councillor Sian Gwenllian who visited the school to discuss community matters.

Dog foul on pavements, the cycle path and footpaths worries the children at Ysgol y Felinheli and they are planning an imaginative campaign to get rid of the problem.

In a meeting with the children, the local Gwynedd Councillor, Sian Gwenllian, said the matter was of great concern to her as well and she looks forward to working with the children to reduce the problem.

"This is a big concern in the village and maybe hearing that the children are worried about the matter will be an embarrassment to the handful of irresponsible dog owners who never clear up their dog’s foul even though we have put up new bins recently,” said Plaid Cymru Cllr Gwenllian.

"Despite the fact that we’ve had a new, clean surface on the Lon Las all the way from Pen y Bryn to Seilo, the problem continues.

“The children have got some good ideas on how to change matters and I look forward to working with them through our environmental group, Felin Daclus."

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Message from Gwyl y Felin : Dates for Gwyl Y Felin this year are Friday June 24 until Carnival Day on July 2.

Don't arrrange to go on holiday on these dates !

Stwr wrth y Dwr for children on Friday 24 and adults on Sat, 25th
Time not confirmed as yet but plenty of time for people to get organised. Competition for village residents only.

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WELSH LEARNER TALKS ABOUT WILDLIFE

Y Felinheli's "Mets-Iaith" series for 2011 will start a week this Saturday, January 28th, with another Welsh learner taking the session.

This time, Katherine Mullen will talk about " Bywyd Gwyllt yn Ffrwd Onnen-Wildlife in Ffrwd Onnen"- the various wildlife which can be seen in her garden.

Mets-Iaith brings Welsh learners and Welsh speakers together to take part in various community activities.

The session starts at 10.30 in Y Felin Sgwrsio on January 28. A warm welcome for everybody.

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NEW READING CLUB

Children's Christmas Concert 2010 in the new Memorial Hall

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Councillor's Report ( Sian Gwenllian) Dec 2010

1) Rowen Health Centre : I have held meetings with architect. Plans can be seen at Felin Sgwrsio.Lets hope we see the building work starting soon.

2) Lon Las improvements:plans to be seen in Felin Sgwrsio and Mark Ballam from Gwynedd Council is there every Friday to dicuss progress.

3)Affordable housing Tan y Maes: I have been in contact with the developer who says he stills wishes to proceed with the plan.

4) Maes y Felin : I arranged for the huge privet hedge to be cut.

5) Rhyd y Fenai : I arranged for the land to be cleared.

6) I held a meeting with Social Services and three Hen Gei Llechi residents to dicuss anti-social behaviour at two houses. We were assured that social services will discuss with Tai Clyd who rent the properties.

7) I attended a meeting to dicsuss the Bontnewydd/Caernarfon by-pass with fellow councillors. It seems the majority favour the purple route which passes through land at Carreg Coch farm on the outskirts of the village.The plans can be seen on www.felinheli.org under News.

8) We now have a modern Memorial Hall thanks to recent refurbishment work. Pics on www.felinheli.org

9) Thanks for your patience during the snow. Y Felin Sgwrsio proved an useful centre for distributing parcels.

10) Despite having secured new dog fouling bins in the village, dog foul on pavements continues to plague us. Please report any irresponsible dog owners to Gwynedd Council.

11) Many thanks to everyone for their support and condolences after my father died recently. With the saddness of Scott's death and the loss of others very much in our thoughts, let's hope we have a better 2011.

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Church Service December 24th

A warm welcome for all to the Church Service on Christmas Eve at 11 p.m.

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Official Opening of Memorial Hall - 3/12/2010

History - click here

 

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Message from Gwynedd Council's Chief Exec re weather

POST: The Postmen are bringing letters and parcels to Y Felin Sgwrsio. If you see the post van outside or the doors open, you can call in to check.

The snow situation

During the present period of bad weather several of you have been in contact with the Highways and Municipal Department seeking information about the latest situation regarding waste collections or clearing the roads.

All the information regarding the situation is published on the first page of the Council’s website (www.gwynedd.gov.uk) which is updated daily. We kindly ask that you visit the website in the first instance, or refer members of the public to it, rather than contact the Department.

During the period between Christmas and the New Year, if the emergency continues, arrangements will be made to update the website. Also the contact centre Galw Gwynedd will be open on 29, 30 and 31 December and they will be able to take calls regarding any urgent matter (01766 771000). On other days the emergency numbers are available either on the website or on the Galw Gwynedd recorded message.

You may assure the public that Council staff are making every effort to maintain essential services despite the weather.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a Happy Christmas.

AGM of the Felinheli Festival

At the AGM of Felinheli Festival held on October 20th at Felin Sgwrsio, Islwyn Owen was re-elected chairman; Christine Griffith was re-elected treasurer and Judith Jones was appointed secretary. jiwdjones@yahoo.co.uk

Carol singing on the Beach Rd at 6.00 on Sunday evening December 19th. Also; Beaumaris Band; Mulled Wine and mince pies; Santa’s grotto. All welcome.

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CHRISTMAS SHOPPING

Christmas is looming so where better to start your Christmas shopping, fundraise for the school and support local businesses.

Ysgol y Felinheli Crafts Fair on the 25th of November between 7pm and 9pm at the Hen Lechan Brasserie in Port Dinorwic Marina.

All sorts of stallholders selling books, crafts, cards, jewellery and confectionary.

Entry - £1

A warm welcome for everyone and refreshments will be available in the Bar.

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WELSH FOR LEARNERS IN THE HALFWAY

NEW Welsh learning sessions for adults are to start this week in a Felinheli pub.

The project has arisen as the new landlord of The Halfway House, John Knight, is keen to learn Welsh and to provide Welsh learning sessions on the premises.

"We will be using a new language learning technique called TPR( Total Physical Response)which is a very interactive learning method" said tutor Aled G Job.

"The emphasis will be on learning Welsh in an informal way whilst enjoying a pint at the same time!"

The weekly sessions will be held in the Halfway every Monday night between 8.00 and 9.00.

Contact No: 07818 068 205

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CANCELLED

Councillors' surgery this Friday (Nov 19) - CANCELLED
In respect of Scott Hughes' family
You can leave a message for Sian on 07775642202

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Fast internet for Felin

If you wish to see fast interent connections in Felin bringing us into the twenty first century through fibre optics and help local businesses go to //www.racetoinfinity.bt.com/ and place your vote.

Every vote counts. The communities with most votes get the improved service first. Only 29 from Felin have voted so far. Go for it! Ignore the fact that BT is way behind the times and calls Felin Port Dinorwic!

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Scott Hughes

Our thoughts are with Emma, Michael, Adam and all the family following the tragic news about Scott's death in Cyprus. He was on his way home following 6 months with the RAF in Afghanistan when news arrived that he had been involved in an accident which proved to be fatal. The many tributes on Facebook show how popular Scott was amongst his friends and family. There have been many press reports, including this one on the Welsh language on-line service, Golwg 360

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Youth Led Grant

£8,500 of grant to be distribute to groups to help develop youth volunteering activities.

Are you :-
- looking for money to develop a volunteering idea for young people?
- know of a group of young people who could volunteer, but need grant to get started?
- working with young people, and looking for money to develop volunteering?

The aim of the ‘Youth Led Grant’ – Gwirvol scheme is to support a range of small volunteering projects and activities, led and carried out by young people.

Even the successful applications are selected and recommended by a panel of young people aged 16-25.

You will be able to apply for a maximum grant of £500* to support volunteering or set up a volunteering activity for young people.

*In very special circumstances we will be able to consider an application up to £1000, but you will need to show that a number of young people will benefit from the scheme, or that it creates a permanent volunteering opportunity.

TIMETABLE
Aplication Pack available NOW

Closing date for applications 4 ROUNDS DURING 2010-11
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**30th of November 2010**
**31st of January 2011 **

Succesful applicants will be informed two weeks after the closing date.
Grant to be spent by 31st March 2011.


For an application pack or for more information regarding the fund please contact Mirain Roberts at Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or mirain@mantellgwynedd.com.

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A487 Caernarfon to Bontnewydd study Supplementary Public Consultation exercise and exhibition.

The exhibition is to be held at the Celtic Royal Hotel in Caernarfon on 16 and 17 of November between 10.00a.m, and 8.00pm and on 18 November between 9.00am and 2.00 pm.

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Cyfnewid yn dod i Neuadd Goffa Bethel, Caernarfon. Nos Fawrth 9fed Tachwedd

Mi fydd noson Cyfnewid yn cael ei chynnal nos Fawrth nesaf y 9fed Tachwedd yn Neuadd Goffa Bethel, Caernarfon. Noson yng nghwmni Mari Lovgreen a Rhodri Ogwen Williams yw hi ac mae'n agored i bawb.

Mae'n noson hwylus, anffurfiol a chymdeithasol iawn ac yn agored ac yn addas i bawb o bob oed. Mi fydd 'na adloniant lleol a lluniaeth yn cael ei ddarparu ar y noson yn ogystal ac mae'n gwbl rhad ac am ddim!
Mae'n gyfle gwych i chi waredu eich cartrefi a'ch cypyrddau o eitemau nad ydych eisiau mwyach a chael y cyfle i'w cyfnewid am bethau eraill a hynny heb wario ceiniog!

Mae modd Cyfnewid bron unrhyw beth, boed yn ddillad, teganau, dodrefn ty, celfi, llestri, lluniau, cryno ddisgiau, llyfrau, teclynnau o'r ardd neu'r atig, mae hyd yn oed modd cyfnewid gwasanaethau a sgiliau. 'Da ni'n awyddus iawn i gael bobl i ddod ynghyd efo eitemau hanes yn ogystal - pethau sydd yn olrhain hanes neu ddiwylliant yr ardal neu'r ardaloedd cyfagos. Efallai bod gennych luniau neu cerdiau post neu lyfr fyddai'n gweddu hyn o bosibl?
Mi fydd arbenigwyr ar leoliad ar y noson hefyd yn cynnig cyngor a thips ar sut mae gweddnewid neu ailwampio eitemau dillad a dodrefn cartref.
Mwy o wybodaeth : 07816 786710.

Health Matters

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Increasing opportunities for cycling and walking

Cycle and footpaths in the Felinheli area will be significantly improved during November and January as Gwynedd Council carries out extensive improvement works. These works have been made possible with the support of the Welsh Assembly Government.

The main aspects of the work involves significant improvements to the popular Lôn Las Menai recreational route along with a range of minor works locally making the route even more accessible for local residents.

Gwynedd has a network of recreational routes suitable for walking and cycling stretching over 50 kilometres (32 miles) all over the county, open to everyone all year round.

Councillor Gareth Roberts, Gwynedd Council’s Senior Environment Portfolio Leader said:

“The people of Gwynedd tell us time and again that ensuring a clean environment where they have the opportunity to enjoy the open countryside is vitally important to them. It’s therefore encouraging to see that improvement works will soon get underway along this stretch of Lôn Las Menai which is an important part of Gwynedd’s network of walking and cycling routes.”

Gwynedd Council’s Senior Countryside Warden, Mark Balaam, added:

“This work is the start of several exciting projects around y Felinheli. Sections of the original Lôn Las Menai route through Felinheli have seen better days and with increasing demand for such routes to commute to work, school or for leisure, this work will go a long way to ensuring a high standard network.

“Implementing these projects will also be a big step towards completing a route between Bangor and Caernarfon”.

The work will be carried out by Gwynedd Council’s Environmental Service and funded by the Welsh Assembly’s Môn Menai grant scheme

For more information about Lôn Las Menai, and other recreational routes in Gwynedd, visit the Council website: www.gwynedd.gov.uk and choose Planning and Environment on the left side of the screen.

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New Website - NHS Direct Wales
Advice on Health matters

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Grace Roberts and Jerry Hunter Evening

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Felin Daclus

	These are some of the children who helped Felin Daclus collect rubbish in September.

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Shopping Trip to Liverpool

Come to start or even finish your Christmas shopping  on a day trip to Liverpool on  the 4th of December 2010!

All profits made will go to the Cylch Meithrin Y Felinheli

Bus Cost - £12 per person / £6 child (deposit £5)

Names to Catrin Gwilym -  07800994768 or Rhiannon Jones -  01248670328

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BASIC LIFE SUPPORT THROUGH THE MEDIUM OF WELSH

There will be an opportunity to learn about basic life support skills in the second session of METS-IAITH, next Saturday, October 23rd.

The purpose of Mets-Iaith( part of CADWN FELIN DROS 70%) is to bring Welsh speakers and learners together to use the language in different activities, with a Learner leading each session.

This time, the learner leading the session will be Sian Davies, a Nursing Lecturer in Bangor University,

“Basic Life Support is a set of skills that everybody should know about, so hopefully this activity will be an appealing one to Welsh speakers and learners alike” said Mets-Iaith co-ordinator Aled G Jôb.

The activity will be held at Y Felin Sgwrsio at 10.30.

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Y Felinheli In Bloom - click here to see the photos.

Felin in Bloom 2010 - Prize Winners

Main Winner - Mrs. Ann Oxton, Delamere, Siloh

/Business - 1af Hotel Plas Dinorwic. 2il. Tafarn Y Fic. 3ydd. Halfway House.

Small Garden - 1af Mrs. Ann Oxton, Siloh. 2il. Mr. Bryan Ward, Bryn Rhedyn. 3ydd. Mr. & Mrs. G. Owen, Siloh

Hanging Basket - 1af. Mr. & Mrs. G. Williams, Tan y Maes (Withdrawn from Competition) 2il. Mr. Bryan Ward, Bryn Rhedyn. 3ydd. Mrs. M. Pritchard, 21 Y Wern.

Patio/ Window Boxes - 1af. Mr. & Mrs. K. Parry, 1 Bush Road, 2il. Mr. & Mrs. D. Coakes, Sycharth. Mrs. Y. Jones, 21 Beach Road. 3ydd. Mr. & Mrs. D. Parry, Tan y Maes.

Large Garden - 1af. Mr. & Mrs. T. Jones, 30 Y Wern. 2il Beechwood, Siloh. 3ydd. Mrs. N. Jones, 1 Aber Cottages.

Colourful display - Mr. S. Jones, 18a Pendorlan
Mrs. B. Williams, Old Midland Bank House.
Mrs. E. Williams, 22 Y Wern
Mrs. J. Hughes, 23 Beach Road.

Best Wildlife Garden - Mr. & Mrs. I. Jones, Ivy Cottage

Special Colourful Exhibition - Tafarn Y Fic

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Night with Grace

Another night to celebrate local successes at this year's National Eisteddfod - click here

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Children collect litter

	Children from Ysgol Y Felinheli and Canolfan Brynffynnon collecting litter ad part of Keep Wales Tidy Week. Thanks for their work. Here are the children from Brynffynnon who collected rubbish on the Beach area.

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Gwyl Y Felinheli presents
Bonfire Night
Friday 5-11-10
7.00pm - On the beach
Financial Support provided by the Police and Community Trust (PACT).

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AGM

The Annual General Meeting of the Felinheli Festival Committee will take place on Wednesday evening October 20th at 8.00 at Y Felin Sgwrsio. A warm welcome to anyone who wishes to attend the General Meeting.

LOOKING FOR A COMMUNITY GRANT?

The Millennium Stadium Charitable Trust has opened its next round of grant giving, targeting local community groups, villages and towns in Wales.

Any constituted community group can apply for funding of up to £2,500 to support programmes that improve the lives of people living and working in Wales. Project activities must fall into at least one of the categories of Sport, the Arts, the Environment or the Community. Applicants are asked to bid for the funding via an application form and process. The deadline for this round is Wednesday 22nd December and trustees will make their decisions in March 2011. For further information please contact the Trust Office on 029 2049 4963 or access the application details via the web link below.

The Trust receives its income from a levy on tickets sold at the Millennium Stadium and since its creation in 2001 has awarded grants in excess of £3 million.

http://www.millenniumstadiumtrust.co.uk

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Report by Councillor Sian Gwenllian : Summer 2010

1. A new hump was placed near Canolfan Brynffynnon to reduce traffic speeds outside the school and a mirror near Seaview Terrace to improve driver visibilty in this area where small children play.
   
2. I have received complaints about drivers parking on double yellow lines near the junction between Brynffynnon and Bush Road and in the bus stop near Chans. Council enforcement officers and the police are monitoring the situation. Could you please take heed of parking restrictions.
   
3. Safety around the school has been improved with the erection of a new fence to stop people crossing in a dangerous spot and to improve visibility for drivers. A new tarmac surface was put on the pavement over the summer.
   
4. The Memorial Hall improvement scheme has moved on well during the summer and its hoped to re-open in November. The Youth Club will meet in Felin Sgwrsio until then. There will be events to celebrate the re-opening.
   
5. I understand that the work on the new surjery at Rowen will start in the autumn.
   
6. A new dog fouling bin has been placed at the junction between Y Wern and Tafarngrisiau and work is in hand to place extra bins on the Beach and a new dog bin opposite the Half Way.
   
7. A successful evening was held to celebrate Grace Roberts' win at the National Eisteddfod was held in August.
   
8. Drains were emptied on Bangor Streer at the beginning of the summer as they were in danger of over-flowing.
   
9. A piece of land near the Rhiwal workshop in Seilo has been sold by Cyngor Gwynedd to the owner. There is no other use for this land.
   
10. I have had meetings with an officer from the Welsh Language Board over the summer who is using the village in a study about bilingualism in communities.
    
11. I discussed a number of planning applications and tenancy matters with a number of electors over the summer.
    
12. There were complaints about litter in the Play Area on the Beach which were passed on to the Council.
    
13. Discussions between the Community Council, the Church and Gwynedd Council about improving the Lon Las that could include a new car park continue.
    
14. Anti-social behaviour at Hen Gei Llechi : I have been discussing the problem with the Council and police. I will meet the residents association shortly.
    
15. Thanks to all who volunteered at Y Felin Sgwrsio over the summer. A full programme of activities has started.
    
16. Congrats to Canolfan Brynffynnon for getting a grant to create a vegetable garden.
    
17. Rhyd y Fenai and Maes y Felin : I have complained to Gerddi Cymunedol Gwynedd about the untidiness of the grounds at both estates.
    
18. Please visit www.felinheli.org for more news and pictures.
    
19. I will be a member of the Gwynedd Council Board from Oct 12 holding the Finance Portfolio.
    
20. Felinheli in Bloom 2010 : prize giving ceremony at Y Palas Pinc at 7, Sept 28. Thanks to Councillor Pat White for organising again this year.
    
21. Here are my contact details if you wish to discuss any matter :
    Councillor Sian Gwenllian
    01248 670866 07775642202
    Awelfryn, Pen y Bryn, Y Felinheli, Gwynedd LL56 4YQ
    At Y Felin Sgwrsio, Stryd Bangor , most Friday mornings 10 - 12
    www.felinheli.org

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Keep Wales Tidy Day 2010

Villagers and school children will be collecting rubbish on Friday Sept 24. You are most welcome to join us at Y Felin Sgwrsio at 10 for an hour or so. Felin Daclus have organised litter picks, bibs etc. More about Keep Wales Tidy on keepwalestidy.sequence.co.uk

Then you may like to join our coffee morning at 11 if you wish. This is part of "The World's Biggest Coffee Morning" when communities accross Britain will hold coffee mornings to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support. More information below. This is their website:
http://coffee.macmillan.org.uk/Home.aspx

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METS-IAITH GO THAT EXTRA MILE
Mets-Iaith, a new initiative as part of the CADWN FELIN DROS 70% campaign will be launched next weekend, with an organised walk around the village.
The walk will be led by Welsh learner Graham Fitch, who is part of the Mets-Iaith project, which seeks to create new opportunities for local learners and Welsh speakers to partake in leisure interests together and practice their Welsh in doing so.
The four mile walk will start from the Halfway at 10.30 on Saturday, September 25th, followed by soup at y Felin Sgwrsio.
“As a Welsh learner, I think that Mêts-Iaith is a great idea” said Nigel Jones, of Hen Gei LLechi.
“It will provide opportunities for learners to practice their Welsh with local people by means of leisure activities that they enjoy doing!”
Around 15 Welsh speakers and learners have already committed themselves to be part of the Mêts-Iaith project and the intention is to hold leisure activities of this sort on a regular basis.
More details: 07818 068 205/ 0776 721 0825

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Village pays tribute to poet
This is an advert for a Welsh medium evening to be held following the death of one of Wales's most famous poets, Iwan Llwyd who was from Bangor.

Iwan ar Daith

Pink Palace Y Felinheli

This Friday 7.30 p.m. ( September 17)

Tickets from Nerys John ar 07979438378 ... hurry, only a few left

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Coffee Morning

11.00am, Friday - 24 09 2010

at Y Felin Sgwrsio Bangor Street
Proceeds Macmillan Cancer Support

Admission £2

Donations (cakes or money) to
Cllr Sian Gwenllian
07775642202

 

Congrats to Grace Roberts

Grace won a prestigous prize at this year's National Eisteddfod of Wales. A night of celebration will be held on August 26, 7.30 at Capel Bethania, Y Felinheli ( Welsh medium event but Welsh Learners welcome).
See details of story click here.

Summer Book Festival : Y Felin Sgwrsio, Y Felinheli until August 28.

Looking for a book to read over the summer or a rare book for your collection? A Book Fair is being held at Y Felin Sgwrsio, Y Felinheli until August 28 when second hand books will be for sale and when there will be an opportunity to meet some of our local authors.

Mari Emlyn will be at the Festival at 7.30 p.m. July 28, Mary Pampolini Roberts on August 12, Grace Roberts on August 28 and Emily Huws will hold a story hour for the children on August 13 at 10.30 a.m.

During the Festival, some of the secondary school pupils from the village will be showing their work at Y Felin Sgwrsio and there will be an opportunity for a cup of tea or coffee.

Y Felin Sgwrsio will be open as followsuntil August 28 :
Every Saturday 10.30 till 12
Every Mon evening at 7.30 ( apart from August 9)
Every Weds at 10 and at 2.30
Every Friday at 10 with a children's story hour at 10.30.

 

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Message from Ken Brown, Chairman of the Community Council

"I would like to thank villagers who lent me photos of past carnivals over the festival. Also, as Chairman of the Community Council, I would like to congratulate the festival committee for their hard work in once again organising a successful festival. Many thanks to everyone."

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Exhibition : Pictures of Past Carnivals : Y Felin Sgwrsio

Pictures ( different to last years') to be seen at Y Felin Sgwrsio until July 17. Thanks to Ken Brown and Len Williams for their work. Tea or coffee served.Thanks to Rhian Williams for the special artwork in the window. There will be a Book Fair at Y Felin Sgwrsio over the summer : call in with your second hand books.

Times to view the exhibition :

Monday : 3 till 5 ( July 5 and 12 )
Tuesday : 6 till 7.30 ( July 6 and 13)
Weds : 10 till 12 ( July 7 and 14)
Thurs: 4 till 5.30 ( July 8 and 15)
Friday : 10 till 12.30 ( July 9 and 16)
Saturday : 11.30 till 12.30 ( July 10 and 17)

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GOOD RESPONSE TO MÊTS-IAITH - Click here for more information.

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Carnival Day July 3rd.

Gwyl y Felin 2010 : Sweeping success!

Information and photos on www.gwylfelin.org
It's been a brilliant week!

BREAKING ALL RECORDS !

Reaching the target of over 50,000 hits! Thanks for visiting!

June 2010 = 51,825 hits !!!!! wow!!!
May 2010 = 42,770 hits
April 2010 = 25,583 hits
Mar 2010 = 32,960 hits
Feb 2010 = 23,995 hits
Jan 2010 = 28,612 hits

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Thursday afternoon : Good afternoon
Pwdin came home 5 mins ago!

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Neuadd Goffa Y Felinheli

A major scheme to improve youth and community facilities at Y Felinheli got underway last week creating work for local contractors.

The Memorial Hall at the back of Bangor Street is being refurbished with the help of over £200,000 grant money from the Welsh Assembly's Community Facilities Programme and funding from Tir a Mor. Local builders EW and W Roberts won the contract to carry out the work. They are employing 7 local people on site and they are also employing local plumbers, electricians and diggers on the job that started last week.

"It's great to see this scheme getting underway," said Plaid Cymru Y Felinheli councillor, Sian Gwenllian, who submitted the grant application on behalf of the Hall Management Committee.

"The Hall will be greatly improved for the current users such as the Youth, Badminton, Indoor Bowling and Yoga Clubs and the Guides and Brownies. The new facilities will also be very useful for children's football practice, parties, drama, school gymnastics, village Eisteddfod and all sorts of other events.

"The scheme is also beneficial to the local economy with local people being employed. Some of the workers are former members of the youth club, held at the Hall and I'm sure it gives them great pleasure to be part of a scheme that will improve the facilities for future generations, including their own children perhaps."

The scheme is due to be completed in November and the Hall Management Committee wishes to apolgise for any disturbance to neighbours and Hall users whilst the work is in progress. The re-opening of the Hall will be marked with a special photographic exhibition.

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Gwyl y Felin 2010

1) You are all warmly invited to join us as we launch Felinheli Festival 2010 on Friday morning at 10 a.m. Y Felin Sgwrsio.
Ken Brown from the Community Council has been busy putting a photographic exhibition together. The press and local children have been invited to come along.There will be a coffee morning and we will unveil a new colourful window picture by our artist Rhian Williams. Come and support the start of the Festival. More details on www.gwylfelin.org. Fair Trade Tea and Coffee will be for sale for the first time this year. Enjoy all the activities !

2) The Y Felin Sgwrsio committee is collecting items for their stall on Carnival Day, July 3 : small gifts for the children's lucky dip ; bottles of all sorts for the bottle Tombola. This year's Raffle will include a framed picture of Y Felinheli by Len Williams.

3) The Felin dros 70% committee is looking for volunteers for their stall on July 3 and the night of the 10k. Contact Nigel Jones nigeljones@instantemail.t-mobile.co.uk or 07903 824411.

4) Memorial Hall : the work has started and likely to continue until mid Nov. See www.felinheli.org for more on this ... and more village news.

Very smart Felin Sgwrsio!

Felin Sgwrsio has been painted with help from CL Jones Caernarfon (
who donated the paint) and Sky engineers thanks to a community project organised by the company."They spent two days painting inside and out and have done a great job," said Cllr Sian Gwenllian, treasurer of the village venture set up in the old cafe on Bangor Street."

 

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IMPROVEMENTS :
New car park : a scheme for a new car park for around 20 cars at the back of the Church House is being discussed at the moment.
Improving the Lon Las : Gwynedd Council hope to upgrade the cycle track from Penbryn to Seilo including a new tramac surface, new access gates and ramps.The pavement near the kiosk in Aberpwll will be widened as part of the scheme.
Improve path at Cerrig yr Afon : The Council also intends to install a new surface ( not tarmac) and new acess gates so that cycles can use the path connecting the school and Lon Las Menai opposite the Cerrig yr Afon home. These schemes would be funded by the Mon Menai Welsh Assembly Government initiative.The above matters will be discussed by the Community Council next Tues, June 8 and detailed plans will be shown in the village.

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Gwyl y Felin 2010 Launch : the Festival will open with a coffee morning and stalls at Y Felin Sgwrsio on 11.00 a.m. Friday, June 25th with County Councillor, Sian Gwenllian. Photographs of past Carnivals will be on display again this year starting from June 25th and continuing throughout Carnival week at Y Felin Sgwrsio. These photos are different from those included in last year's popular display and if you have any you would like included, please contact Ken Brown any Friday morning at Y Felin Sgwrsio (before June 18th). Memorabillia including carnival queen dresses, trophies and programmes can also be loaned to Ken.

Memorial Hall : Major internal re-furbishment work is due to start at the Hall on June 14th and will continue until November. This work is made possible with a substantial grant from the Welsh Assembly Government's Community Facilities Programme. When the work is complete, the Hall will contain high-standard modern facilities for youth, sporting and community activities. The re-opening of the Hall will be marked with a special photographic exhibition depicting the history of the Hall over the years.

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The highest figure ever

This website has had 42,770 hits in May : the largest figure since March 2009. See graph.

Click here to see the graph in detail.

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Litter collection Big Weekend

Around 20 people came to collect rubbish at Faenol on Monday. Everyone had been given a ticket to the Big Weekend. We cleared the whole car park and lots of paths around Parc Menai. Thanks to everyone for turning up at 7.30 a.m! Fantastic!

 
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Photos From Radio One Big Weekend

 

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Radio One Big Weekend

Radio One will be in the Vaynol this Sat and Sun with 20,000 people per day expected to attend. I attach a statement with the details. Some points to note :
1)The road from the bottom of Nant y Garth to Vaynol roundabout will be CLOSED ALL DAY Sat and Sun, expect for emergency services and buses. Cars out of the village will be directed up Nant y Garth and cars from Bangor will need to use the by-pass and enter from the Plas Menai end. The busiest times will be between 10 and 12 in the morning and after 10 at night.
2)Through traffic will not be allowed from Plas Menai APART from regular and shuttle buses to and from Caernarfon. The shuttles will drop off and pick up near the main Vaynol gates near Vaynol roundabout : this is why the road needs to be shut.There will be a walk up to the site.
3)No chairs, food, alcohol or glass will be allowed. You can take water in small sealed bottles. Under 16s will need to be accompanied by over 18s. You may need ID if you want to be served at the bar and are under 21.
If you are going : enjoy ; if not : please be patient!! - for more information click here

Alicia and North Wales!

Here is the song :

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Let's Keep Felin over 70%

A New community language plan is to be launched in Y Felinheli. The "Cadwn Felin Dros 70%" ( Let's Keep Felin over 70%) campaign will be helped by a £1,600 award from the Park Jones Trust in Caernarfon.

A meeting will be held in Y Felin Sgwrsio a week on Tuesday night( May 18) to discuss the way ahead with representatives of various community groups present to draw up the plan

"The plan aims to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining a 70% threshold for Welsh in order to maintain it as the main community language." said Plan co-ordinator Aled G Job. But we also want to provide more opportunities for Welsh learners to use more of their Welsh in the community and provide a one-stop centre to provide a range of information about Welsh language resources and services locally. "

A Launch supper was held in Y Felin Sgwrsio on May 6th, and a research report on the present langugae situation in Felin presented by Elliw Griffiths of the Welsh Language Board.A New community language plan is to be launched in Y Felinheli. The "Cadwn Felin Dros 70%" ( Let's Keep Felin over 70%) campaign will be helped by a £1,600 award from the Park Jones Trust in Caernarfon.

A meeting will be held in Y Felin Sgwrsio a week on Tuesday night( May 18) to discuss the way ahead with representatives of various community groups present to draw up the plan

"The plan aims to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining a 70% threshold for Welsh in order to maintain it as the main community language." said Plan co-ordinator Aled G Job. But we also want to provide more opportunities for Welsh learners to use more of their Welsh in the community and provide a one-stop centre to provide a range of information about Welsh language resources and services locally. "

A Launch supper was held in Y Felin Sgwrsio on May 6th, and a research report on the present langugae situation in Felin presented by Elliw Griffiths of the Welsh Language Board.

Yoga

Information about Yoga Lessons for the over 60's at Y Felin Sgwrsio - Click here for more.

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Coffee Morning

17/4/2010 At Berea Newydd chapel, Bangor 10 till 12 : proceeds to 2010 Cerdd Dant Festival which will be held in Bangor, Nov 13.

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Felinheli Festival

Duck Race Results

First: £100 – Christine Griffiths (850)

£ 10 Winners:

358 – Elin Gwyn
779 – Big John
636 - Lennie
814 – Mei Bonc
10 – Bethan Lloyd
498 – Sion Griffiths
321 – Gethin Jones, Rhiwlas
302 – Dave 5x4
683 – Karen a Huw, Bush Rd

Last! - Chay

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Study of A487 Caernarfon to Bontnewydd

There will be a public meeting on March 9 and 10 between 10.00 a.m and 8 p.m. and on March 11 between 10 a 2.00 at the Royal Celt Hotel, Caernarfon.
A number of routes are being considered. One would involve using the Plas Menai roundabout.

Questionnaire - Click here
Study of the A487- Click here

Introduction:

Choices:

 

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News from Cylch Meithrin Y Felinheli

Sponsored Cycle Ride Ras

Around £200 was raised when the children cycled along the Lon Las. This will be used to set up an internet connection for the Cylch.

Easter Disco (see photos)

The Cylch held a disco for the children on March 25 in the Church Hall to raise money for the Cylch. As well as music, the children were able to have their nails painted, tatoos( not real ones!), take part in a ball kicking competition and a duck game. Some of the children had been busy creating special easter bonnets and others were in great fancy dress costumes.

One Hundred Square

The Cylch intends to run a hundred square scheme to raise money. That is, you can buy a square ( a number between 1 and 100) for £12 a year. One number will be pulled out of the hat every month, to win a prize of £25. To support the Cylch, you can buy a square by contacting Iona on 07770821712.
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Registering the children for the Cylch Meithrin

Any parent who wishes their child to attend the Cylch Meithrin after the summer holidays is asked to register the child as soon as possible.Ideally, the Cylch would like to have names 6 months in advance. The Cylch Meithrin is held in Caban Clyd, Ysgol y Felinheli every morning: Contact - Iona 07770821712

Cylch Ti a Fi

The Felinheli Cylch Ti a Fi for parents and young children meets every Monday and Friday, between 1.30pm and 3.30pm, in Caban Clyd, Ysgol y Felinheli. The Cylch welcomes parents/minders with their children ( from birth until school age). Come along to enjot a chat in a pleasant atmosphere. The children will also be able to enjoy themselves through play, singing, listening to Welsh stories and by making friends. Cost: £1.50 per family.

 

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More information about grants

Information on the on-line service -GRANTnet
You can also contact :
EmmaLambHelpdesk Administrator / Gweinyddydd y Lein Gymorth
Tel / Ffôn 01970 631 132
LeinGymorth WCVA Helpdesk 0800 288 8329
Fax / Ffacs 01970 631 121
elamb@wcva.org.uk
www.wcva.org.uk
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Message from Debbie and Eilir Evans :
Here is the 2010 Vaynol 10K Entry Form : this can be downloaded from the Festival website soon. We still have a 300 runner limit so early entry is encouraged to avoid disappointment.
Easter - click here

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Events on Easter Monday- Click here

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March 2 2010

1)Planning application: the Planning Committee tomorrow nigh(Weds) will discuss an application to build 7 houses on land opposite the Half Way. They appear to be within the policies but I have asked the officers to discuss placing a “local person only” condition on them. Details in the documents.Click here for more.

2)FAIR TRADE EVENT : at Y Felin Sgwrsio this Saturday. Details from Anwen on ygwas@tiscali.co.uk who is eager to set up a Fair Trade Group in Felin.

3)FREE FIRE SAFETY ADVICE : Officers from the Fire and Rescue Service will be at Y Felin Sgwrsio from 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 11 to give advice to villagers on fire safety in the home. Call in to arrange a check of your house and there will be freebies available! Or call 0808 100 2863.

4)Village Website : if your organisation or business has a website can you please link in to www.felinheli.org. Send us your details to post@felinheli.org and we will include you on ours! An exciting interactive map about footpaths with images and village history is being developed. Let me know if you can help with the website.

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Clear Up

Boxes for the birds. Thanks to Canolfan Brynffynnon for clearing rubbish at Cerrig yr Afon and placing blue boxes on trees on Lon Las Menai.

 

Radio 1's Big Weekend

Chris Moyles has announced on Radio 1 that the Big Weekend will come from Bangor in May. This is a statement by the two local councillors:

The news that Gwynedd Council has been succesful in its bid to draw Radio One's Big Weekend to the Faenol near Bangor has been welcomed by local Plaid Cymru politicians.
"It's great that young people......For more Click here

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Councillor’s Report : 09/02/10

These are some of the matters I have been dealing with lately in the village:
1) Tan y Maes/Tyddyn Perthi housing: I am in discussions with the developer. Outline planning will be sought for 32 Affordable Houses. Gwynedd Council has asked for a Flood Assessment Risk. I would like to know what TYPE of houses the village needs and wants: what size and what kind of ownership? Please let me know your views.
2) Llanfairisgaer Church sign: the Welsh Assembly will erect a new sign near Plas Menai round-about
3) Tree cutting bottom of Brynffynnon : The Council has now completed this work and the rubbish will be cleared.
4) Building work Ffordd Caernarfon, near former Menai Gararge: Highways is investigating effect of this on the road.
5) Y Goriad : Alwen Derbyshire and myself are amongst 10 new editors who will edit an edition each.
6) Maes Y Felin : I am still working on dog fouling and parking problems. Enforcement officers are in the area.
7) Multi-purpose field near Lon Las: planning has been approved. I’m working with the Youth Football Team on a financial application.
8) FelinDaclus: the Assembly is using the project as an example of good practice.
9) I have been dealing with problems since the changeover in rubbish/recycling arrangements.
10) Rhyd Y Fenai: I have met officers: work continues
11) Memorial Hall: detailed plans have been produced and builders are due to be appointed early March.
12) Felin Sgwrsio: please call in on Friday mornings if you need to discuss anything. A full programme of events is in place.

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JUNIOR FOOTBALL WEBSITE

This is the address for the new website:
www.cpdiyfelinheli.com

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LOOKING FOR A GRANT?

Details about all sorts of grants for voluntary, sports and community groups are to be found in this document- Click here

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More about Haiti Appeal
Many children at the school had ideas on how to raise money for the Haiti Appeal during the World Citizenship module with Mr Iwan Jones. The idea of "Hats for Haiti" was chosen and £113.46 was raised at the school towards this cause.

 

In addition to the £150 raised at the quiz on the 19th Billy Hughes Gardd Fôn gave a cheque for £50 and we had a raffle last Tuesday which raised £65

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Thanks for visiting us

These are the stats since we started nearly a year ago. The aim is to reach over 30,000 :
Jan 2010 = 28,612 hits
Dec 2009 = 19,786 hits
Nov 2009 = 27,703 hits !!!
Oct 2009 = 15,305 hits
Sept 2009 = 15,509 hits
Aug 2009 = 12,113 hits
July 2009 = 22,618 hits
June 2009 = 29,839 hits
May 2009 = 27,796 hits
April 2009 = 29,487 hits
Mar 2009 (since 01/03/09 ) 25,385 hits!

2010 Raft Race

The annual raft race from Felin to Menai Bridge will be held on June 6. Full details on:
www.greatstraitraftrun.co.uk

Massive support

 
Hundreds of people took part in the Help Haiti Day at Y Felinheli on Saturday and over £2,500 has already been donated to the Appeal Fund. This includes £232.88 collected in the bucket at the shop.
"The response was overwhelming," said Esyllt Vaughan Jones, who co-ordinated the effort in the village.
"We started in the morning in the Felin Sgwrsio where streams of children bought toys, books, hot dogs, milkshakes and cakes or had their faces painted. We were hepled by the children and young people.
"In the afternoon, the focus moved to the Church House where there were all sorts of stalls - from cakes and raffles to bric-a-brac, clothes and books."
The organisers are now planning to visit a car boot sale with the goods that were left over.
"We aim to reach £3,000 over the next few weeks" said Felinheli Councillor, Sian Gwenllian who also helped organise the event.
"It was amazing to see the whole village pulling together to help the people of Haiti," she added.
"Their plight and their poverty has touched us all. May I thank all those who came along, all those who have donated money and the team of volunteers who put so much effort into the activities."
£190 was raised by the Gardd Fon quiz night.

Felin Sgwrsio is one years old

Around 25 people enjoyed a feast at the Half Way to celebrate Noson Santes Dwynwen and the Felin Sgwrsio's first birthday on Jan 25.
As part of the birthday celebrations, the Felin Fi competition was held for the children. They took pictures of their favourite things about the village. Thanks to Phill Stead for organising and Cwmni Da for the sponsorship. The winner was Cai Hughes with his unusual and effective picture of friends arm in arm. Second was Elin Jones and third Robin Williams.
"It's difficult to believe that twelve months have passed since we set up Y Felin Sgwrsio and its good to see it going from strength to strength," said Dilys Myfanwy, the Events Organiser.

Gwyl Felin 2010 ( June 25 - July 3)

Start rehearsing!
1. Stwr wrth y Dwr (Felin's Got Talent) - children Friday June 25 and adults Sat June 26.
2. Thurs, July 1 - Local produce evening to start 6-6.30, number and e-mail to Bethan Owen (bethanwyn86@hotmail.co.uk)
3. We are still looking for a secretary for the festival. Contact Bethan Owen; (bethanwyn86@hotmail.co.uk)

*Competition for Felin residents only*

News from Felin's Youth Club - 25.01.10
Iwan Owen was successful in the first round
of the Arfon Pool competition. He will be taking
part in the final in Bethesda on March 2. The winner
of that competition will face the best in Gwynedd.
Thanks to the other members for their support
on the night. Good luck Iwan in the next round!
We are busy preparing for Gwynedd Arts Week to
be held next month. We are making a grafiti wall,
cartoons, bird boxes and designing a logo for the
competition - but there's still time for a game of
football! Anyone aged between 12 and 19 are
welcome to join us at Y Felin Sgwrsio on Tuesdays at 7

Haiti Appeal

Books, toys, nearly new, jumble, cafe
home made produce, raffle, fashion stall
and much more
Sale of Work

Sadwrn/Sat , 23 Ionawr/Jan
2 – 4
Neuadd yr Eglwys,Church House,Y Felinheli

KIDS CAFE

Ddydd Sadwrn/Sat , 23 Ionawr/Jan
12.30 – 1.30
Felin Sgwrsio
Book stalls, toys, raffle and more
Milk Shakes

Casino Night

Cwis

Garddfôn Quiz Tuesday 18th January at 9.30 – Charity Quiz and Raffle all proceeds to the Haiti Earthquake Appeal

Dwynwen Celebrations

There are a few tickets left for the Dwynwen Dinner at the Half Way on Monday, 25 Jan. Tickets available from Myfanwy ( 07870688783) for 3 course dinner at £10.50. The dinner also celebatres Felin Sgwrsio's first birthday. Cawl will be served at Felin Sgwrsio at 12 on Tuesday, 26 Jan.
On Saturday, Jan 23, before the Haiti Appeal activities, some of Felin Sgwrsio's clubs will be show-casing their work from 10 a.m. onwards. At 12, the names of the winners of the children's photographic competition, Felin Fi, will be revealed.

Felin helping Haiti

Activities are being planned to raise money for the Haiti Earthquake Disaster. Please come along to the Felin Sgwrsio and Church House on Saturday, Jan 23. Any donations you have (bric a brac, cakes and jams, unwanted gifts, books, etc) can be left at Y Felin Sgwrsio on Weds,Thurs or Friday morning or phone Esyllt ( 07967163276) to arrange collection. The Church Hall will also be open 11 to 1 on Saturday for you to bring your items.
Caffi Plant will be open at Y Felin Sgwrsio between 12.30 and 1.30 on Saturday when members of Clwb Capel Bethania will be serving fresh milkshakes. There will be a toy and children's book stall and tea and coffee from 10 onwards, organised by the Felin Sgwrsio committee.
Between 2 and 4, a sale in aid of Haiti will be held at the Church House with all sorts of stalls - from homemade cakes to bric a brac. Or you can donate money. Please support in whatever way you can.

WINE CLUB
Thursday night 14th January 2010
7.30 o’clock
at Y Felin Sgwrsio
£3 a session plus membership fee
07870688783

 

Celebration of Saint Dwynwen
and the first anniversary of the Felin Sgwrsio
Monday night 25th January 2010
7 o’clock at the Halfway House
3 course dinner - £10.50

 

SOUP CLUB

Celabrating Saint Dwynwen’s Day and Y Felin Sgwrsio’s
First Anniversary
Tuesday 26/01/2010
Y Felin Sgwrsio,
Bangor Street
at Y Felin Sgwrs
12.00pm
£2.00 each
Tabletop Sale and Raffle

Here are details about two events in Felin over the holidays. Please visit www.felinheli.org to see the pictures and events of 2009.

It has been a difficult year for us as a village with a number of losses and tradegies but I hope that we can celebrate the fact that we can come together as a community to face grief and unhappiness. We should be celebrating this fact over Christmas. Nadolig Llawen iawn i bawb a Blwyddyn Newydd dda!

Boxing Day Football:

A 5 a-side football tournament for local players will be held at Cae Seilo at 11.30 (KO). Then Curry and Lobsgows will be available at the Fic and a Quiz will be held. All welcome. Proceeds to Felinheli Youth Football Team.

New Year's Day Walk:

Graham Fitch, Hen Gei Llechi, has offered to lead a 5 mile walk around Felin on New Year's Day, January 1st. To start from Y Felin Sgwrsio at 11.30. All welcome.

Lead language will be English, but Graham is learning Welsh and would welcome the opportunity to practice the language with Welsh speakers as we go along.

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Winner !

Congrats to Ieuan Roberts, Argoed for winning the www.felinheli.org competition and the £10 prize ! The names of the two houses in the picture are Bronfa and Gwynfryn. Thanks to all who entered the competition.

 

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More using the web-site !

These are the latest stats :

Nov 2009 = 27,703 hits !!!
Oct 2009 = 15,305 hits
Sept 2009 = 15,509 hits
Aug 2009 = 12,113 hits
July 2009 = 22,618 hits
June 2009 = 29,839 hits
May 2009 = 27,796 hits
April 2009 = 29,487 hits
Mar 2009 (since 01/03/09 only ) 25,385 hits!

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CAWL AND CAROL SINGING

Everyone is welcome to call by Y Felin Sgwrsio next Saturday ( Dec 12) for Cawl and Carol singing between 12 and 2. There will be stalls and raffles.

There will be no Councillors' session on Friday morning over the coming weeks. They will re-commence on Jan 8. If you need to discuss anything, please contact Councillor Sian Gwenllian :
01248 670866 07775642202 siangwenllian@yahoo.com

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TREE PLANTING

Volunteers at Y Felinheli planted 39 trees near the mid-village Community Car Park on Saturday. They are members of the FelinDaclus, a local group formed to improve the look of the village and make it a healthier place to live. The trees were donated by the Focus DIY store in Bangor.

They were taking part in the BBC's Breathing Places project. Groups all over Wales planted trees in the Tree O'Clock scheme.

"We are always on the look out for ways to improve the village and saw the BBC project as another opportunity to make a difference," said Councillor Sian Gwenllian, one of the organisers.

To see more photos ... click here

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TREE PLANTING

Can you spare an hour this Saturday morning, Dec 5 ( 11 - 12) so that we can plant some trees near the community car park in the village centre?

Anwen Roberts has managed to get some free trees from FOCUS in Bangor as part of the BBC's "Breathing Places" project.

The aim is to plant the trees on the small piece of land directly behind the car park and near the Cycle Track that runs from the Old Station to the bottom of Pen y Bryn.

Please wear appropriate clothes and bring a spade if you can ! Meet at the bottom of Pen y Bryn at 10.45 a.m.

For more information, click here...

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CANCELLED : We have to cancel the evening that was due to be held at Y Felin Sgwrsio tomorrow night (Dec 3). Apologies for this.

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MEMORIAL HALL : Around 30 people came together to see the new plan. Many thanks for all your valuable comments which will now be passed on to the architect. Its hoped to complete the work March - August next year.

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COMMUNITY GANG : The Council workers will be in the village over the next few days. Let me know if anything needs attention after the stormy weather.

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felinheli.org COMPETITION

This ia an old photo taken from the Menai Straits at the bottom of Snowdon Street.(courtesy of Emyr Owen). QUESTION : What are the names of the two houses in the background at the top of the hill?

Answers to post@felinheli.org by December 14 please. Remember to include your name and phone number.
PRIZE of £10 to the first correct answer out of the hat. The winner's name will apppear on the website on Dec 15.

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Congrats to Dylan a Neil ( Wedi 7, S4C last night) All the best with the new CD.

felinheli.org COMPETITION

This ia an old photo taken from the Menai Straits at the bottom of Snowdon Street.(courtesy of Emyr Owen). QUESTION : What are the names of the two houses in the background at the top of the hill?

Answers to post@felinheli.org by December 14 please. Remember to include your name and phone number.
PRIZE of £10 to the first correct answer out of the hat. The winner's name will apppear on the website on Dec 15.

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Christmas in Felin

1)Thurs, Dec 3 : Felin Sgwrsio celebrates Christmas at 7.30 p.m.
2) Gwyl Felin- Santa / Carol singing Sunday, Dec 20 at 6.00 on the Beach
3) Service at Capel Bethania : Christmas morning 9.30
4) Dec 20 – Christmas with Clwb Capel, Capel Bethania at 4.00
5)You are welcome to attend the Ysgol Pendalar Christmas service at St Mary's Church Y Felinheli on Tuesday, Dec 15 at 10.00.

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Community Council matters :
Traffic and Parking –
Reported that the Church Hall Committee have agreed in principle to transfer a parcel of land at the rear of the Hall for the purpose of creating a car park for the village. The Committee are awaiting the decision of the Church on this matter. If confirmation is forthcoming, there is need to further discuss with the Local Committee before any attempt is made to seek financial assistance by way of grants.
A scheme by Gwynedd Council to change the parking restrictions on part of Bangor Street (the parking bay from Maes Elim to beyond Felin Sgwrsio) to two hours with no restrictions over the weekend, was discussed. The Officer of Gwynedd Council was of the opinion that it would not be appropriate to change the restriction on that part of Bangor Street opposite Central Garage as this was in close proximity to other local businesses.
Gardd Fon Corner: Reported that Gwynedd Council wanted to extend the yellow lines around the corner to improve safety and visibility for pedestrians and road users alike. A map was produced to show the intention. The Chairman has been discussion with the two property owners on whom it would have the greatest effect and there was no objection at the time. There is one objection from a resident on Beach Road on the basis that parking spaces would be reduced. It was decided to request Gwynedd Council to produce a plan to extend the pavement by the toilet so as to create an obstruction to traffic. Decided that the matter be left until the next meeting. Attention ws also drawn to a complaint of beer casks on the pavement by Gardd Fon. Cllr Daniel Williams agreed to discuss the matter and at the same time discuss the possibility of using land behind the public toilets for this purpose.
Lease of 3 metres of the old railway line land near Caernarfon Road: the Clerk to write to the Council’s Solicitor in order to proceed with the legal aspect.
FELIN DACLUS -
Volunteers were requested to clear rubbish from a parcel of land near the Church Bus Stop. Agreed that the work be undertaken on Sunday, 15th November. The Chairman has requested a new bin by the bus stop where previously there was none in that part of the village.
Cerrig yr Afon : reported that grant money had been earmarked by Gwynedd Council to create an improvement scheme to the fencing, and entrance to the woodland and public footpath.
Youth Club – Bird boxes project : one of the boxes was shown and it was reported that the scheme is progressing well.
Private footpath between Uwch Menai/Penceunant, Menai Street. A request for assistance to clear the path had been received. It was agreed to visit the site and collect the names of residents living close to and discuss the application at the next meeting.
Rowen Health Centre : Reported that the Local Health Board had approved the
plans.
Affordable Housing : Reported that a planning application had been lodged by Snowdon Developments for 32 affordable houses (a mixture of 2,3 and 4 bedroomed houses) on a site between Y Wern and Tan y Maes and on part of Tyddyn Perthi land. There will be an opportunity for the Community Council to closely inspect the plans.
Work within the Village : Reported that work had been done outside the houses at Maes y Felin and Rhyd y Fenai at the request of the County Councillor and obvious improvement was to be seen. There is some work outstanding and the Councillor will ensure that this will be happening.
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HALL MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE - reported that consultations have taken place with hall users’ groups and a public meeting will be arranged to show the plans. Reported that £83,000 Assembly grant is available before the end of March 2010 and the remainder before the end of the 2011 financial year. A meeting of the Hall Management Committee was held following the Community Council meeting to detail the work.

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Decided that a sum of £200 be donated to Friends of the School, to purchase a shed to store playing equipment. This followed an applciation made in May that was deferred in order for Friends of the School to submit details of their application.
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Footpaths – the Clerk was requested to contact the local Rural Development Officer to arrange a joint meeting with other community councils who wish to proceed with a pamphlet of their local footpaths. It was considered that collaboration was the best way forward with this project.
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Footpaths Survey : the Clerk was to consult with Gwynedd Council to see what work has been organised in light of problems noted by the Community Council and related through the survey.

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A written report was produced:
A pamphlet was distributed to every councillor outlining the serious financial problems faced by Gwynedd Council and the cost cutting measures being discussed at the moment. Councillors were asked to discuss its contents with local residents and to convey their observations / concerns, to the County Councillor. Final decisions will be made in December and the Councillor is anxious to hear any comment before then. Two meetings have been held with the nursery school that are apprehensive of the effect that one measure will have on the service they are offering to young children.
Details were related of plans afoot by the Football Club to develop land near the industrial units near the Old Railway Station (Penningtons). They wish to develop a multi purpose sports area for the village incorporating a parking area and changing rooms. This is dependant on grant money being available. It also means securing a lease on the land from Gwynedd Council. There will still be sufficient room for allotments – on land nearer Caernarfon.

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Further matters reported on verbally:

Reported that the Councillor had been in discussion with the owner of
Pink Palace and that he had agreed to move the old car and the brown container by the bridge crossing to the Marina. He has also agreed to move the kerbing that is on the public footpath towards the Menai near the red and white barrier so that wheeled chairs are able to gain access.

Reported that an application had been made for a ‘No Parking’ sign on a piece of land near the entrance to Lon Las at the bottom of Penybryn hill as a car that parks there is preventing ambulances and large vehicles from going up the hill.
Reported that Gwynedd Council will be cutting the overgrowth at the bottom of Brynffynnon (on both sides) following a request from the Councillor.
Reported that the Councillor is leaning on Gwynedd Council to act following a complaint of noise from 9 Caernarfon Road.

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Invitation - MEMORIAL HALL Y FELINHELI

An Open Meeting to view the proposed plans for the Felinheli Memorial Hall is to take place on Monday 30 November 2009 at 7.p.m. in the upper level of the Memorial Hall.
A warm welcome is extended to all.

 

YOUTH CLUB LADS WIN PRIZE

Congratulations to Bryn Owen, Ashley Japheth and Daniel Hughes from Clwb Ieuenctid Y Felinheli (Youth Club) for winning a prize as part of Gwynedd's week for Children and Young People, Wythnos Ni. The three gained OCN Team Building through Experiential Learning Awards. They had arranged and cooked a meal for three at the Felinheli under very difficult circumstances as the Hall has no kitchen at the moment.Thanks to Nia Owen, Bangor Schools Youth Worker and Naomi Boyle and Sarah Roberts, Youth Club Leaders for their support.

The certificates were presented to the lads by Councillor Sian Gwenllian who had received trhem on behalf of the Club at a Prize Giving Ceremony at Bangor on November 17. Well done boys for putting the Felin Youth Club on the map and for taking part in the competition.The Club is open to young people from Year 8 onwards at Y Felin Sgwrsio and Memorial Hall every Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. The Hall will be refurbished next year and will provide excellent facilities for the Youth Club.

IN THE PICTURE : Bryn Owen and Ashley Japheth

 

Memorial Hall, Y Felinheli : major re-haul

An evening to view the plans for the Hall will be held in the upper part of the Hall on Monday, November 30 at 7p.m. The plans will be explained in full. Consulation has been taking place with the user groups over the past weeks. The work is scheduled to begin next year and is being funded by a substantial grant from the Welsh Assembly government's Community Facilities Programme. All welcome to view the plans for this exciting refurbishment scheme.

A Christmas celebration

There will be a special evening at Y Felin Sgwrsio on Dec 3 (Thurs ) to celebrate Christmas. Tickets available from Y Felin Sgwrsio. There will be a stall and crafts for sale and also entertainment. Please bring anything you wish to donate to the Felin Sgwrsio over the next few weeks.

The Clwb Cawl will meet at lunch time November 24 and there will a Christmas tea for members of Cymeithas yr Henoed on Novemeber 27.

No Felin Sgwrsio session next Friday.

As a sign of respect to the late Marcia Williams and her family and friends, there will be no councillor's drop-in-session next Friday ( Nov 20).

The area is still in shock after hearing the sad news about her untimely death. Marcia had worked as a cleaner at the local school for over 20 years and was well-know to all the local children.

 

CLEARING RUBBISH

Community Councillors Daniel Williams and Carolyn Pritchard join County Councillor Sian Gwenllian to clear an area of rubbish in Felinheli last weekend. They are members of FelinDaclus, the local group that campaigns on rubbish and dog fouling matters in the village.

 

	"We cleared a small area that was strewn with old cans, broken bottles and general rubbish," said Sian Gwenllian. "It is near the bus stop near St Mary's Church at the Caernarfon end of the village. It's obvious that people have been chucking rubbish over the wall onto private property which we have now cleared.   The smell here was disgusting and we even found an old mouldy nappy amongst the rotting rubbish. "I have asked Gwynedd Council for a bin to be placed near the bus stop as there aren't any bins in this part of the village. "In the meantime , I hope that people will take their rubbish home. I'm grateful to Councillors Daniel Williams and Carolyn Pritchard for their help in clearing the rubbish."

 

FELINHELI CRAFT FAIR

At the Pinc Palas

November 12th

7.00pm – 9.00pm

£1 at the door

Profit to Ysgol Y Felinheli

Do your Christmas shopping and support local craft artists.

All kinds of stalls: food, T shirts and cards.

Tuesday November 10th

The Annual General Meeting of the Felinheli Festival Committee will take place on Tuesday evening November 10th at 8.15 at Y Felin Sgwrsio. A warm welcome to anyone who wishes to attend the General Meeting.

Fireworks Display, Beach Road, Thursday, Nov 5 at 7p.m

 

NEWS FROM Y FELIN SGWRSIO
There are all sorts of activities - including three new clubs.
Y Felin Sgwrsio : Every Week
Mondays : Spanish conversation ( 7.30);
Wednesdays ( 10 -12 ) Computer Clinic ;
Thursdays (10 - 12) Felin ers Talwm ( history group) ;
Fridays ( 10 - 12) Councillors' drop-in-session ;
Saturday ( 11 - 12.30) Welsh Learners Club.

Felin Stori childrens' reading club continues to meet every Thursday at 5.30 p.m. The Youth Club is there on Tuesday nights. Three new clubs meet once a month : Do you take Sugar ( for those with Diabetes) - third Wednesday of the month at 7 ; Film Club ( please check, usually last Sunday of the month) and Wine Club ( second Thurs of the month at 7.30). Further details from Myfanwy : 07870688783

FELIN SGWRSIO DATES TO NOTE : Nov 27 Clwb yr Henoed Christmas Tea (3.30); Dec 3 Blas y Nadolig

 

COUNCIL CUT-BACKS
Over the next three years Gwynedd Council has to make millions of pounds worth of cuts in services.
The councillors are looking at the options at the moment and decisions will be taken in December. We must choose from the following list and I would like your opinions. My work will be to weigh up the different options and try to decide which ones will be cause the least harm. Some very difficult decisions need to be taken but I will try to prioritise the most vulnerable in our community - especially amongst children, young people, those with disabilities and older people. I hope you agree with this as a basic principle.
Here I try to summarise the least acceptable options:
1)Less work to road surfaces
2)Decrease the level of service to adults with learning disabilites (communication skills) under the Person Centred Scheme.
3)No supplementary support for children in Women's Aid Refuges, They will continue to receive the support of social workers if needed.
4)Decrease number of staff needed to supervise in swimming pools.
5)Close finance offices including Caernarfon and Bangor
6)Raise fees for using most popular public toliets and close some ( does not include Beach Road toilet at present).
7)Reduce budget to special schools including Pendalar
8)Turn off street lights between 1 and 5 a.m. expect in mid-towns and class 1 roads.
9)Close leisure centres at least busy times
10)Re-vamp residential and nursing care which will mean less residential homes and more Extra Care housing, more nursing beds and more beds for those will memory problems.
11)Change entrance criteria for adult services which will mean less older people and less people with learning disabilities will be able to get help for home and residential care
12)Reduce number of teachers in secondary schools
13)Reduce provision for pupils with behavioural and emotional probelms - including closing Canolfan Brynffynnon. The children would remain in main-stream schools and be supported there.
14)Raise primary school dinner to £2.80 a meal ( from £1.80 ). There would be less demand and less kitchen staff.
15)Introduce fee of £5 per week for transport for those over 16 who live more than 3 miles from school or college.
16)Less accomodation for adults with learning disabilities and promote "living in the community".
17)Less staff to work on food safety etc ( Public Protection).
18)Reduce staff in primary schools - teachers, class assistants
19)Cuts to some bus services
20) 3 year old children to get their education (2 hours) in the schools rather than in nursery groups ( children accepted 3 times a year rather than once) The Mudiad Ysgolion Meithrin would lose their grant and this could affect the Cylch Ti a Fi and it would be difficult to provide a Cylch Meithrin for children between 2 and a half and 3 years old.
21)Less support for schools by reducding the grant to CYNNAL ( fall in standards).
22)Get rid of the Arfon Area Planning Committee and create one committee for Gwynedd.
23)Reduce the improvement work on less used public footpaths.
24)Reduce size of grants to Stroke Association,Age Concern, Citizens Advice Bureau, GISDA.
25)Get rid of Penrallt offices. Move jobs to south of county.
26)Reduce Free Swim programme.
27)Close language therapy units e.g. Coed Mawr and provide the service in the schools through training.
28)Less visits to schools by the Library Service.
29)More use of volunteers with day service for adults with learning disabilities (comparative low needs) and less centres.
30)Less grants for community halls like the Memorial Hall (Youth Club will continue to get grant).
31)Empty community recycling centre less often e.g. near Half Way
32)Delete fiancial package to those with mental illness and in hardship ( extra to benefits)
33)Decrease grants to arts
34)Reduce budget for equipment for those who need occupational therapy by working with other agencies.
35)Raise fees for matters such as pest control and planning applications.

These are some of the most controversial options These do not include the cutbacks that can be made by better co-operation ; staff re-structuring and selling property ( the Industrial units near Penningtons will be offered for sale to the tenants.) More details an all this at www.gwynedd.gov.uk
I would like to hear your views if you have a minute to spare - which options do you favour most and which least.? Thanks for your attention.

Councillors' Report
1)PLANNING MATTERS
a)Bron Menai : the Inspector has approved the application for a second house after the matter went to appeal.
b)11 Ffordd Caernarfon: permission to demolish the house and build 4 flats has been given. The parking bay will be marked.
c)Application for 7 two-bedroomed houses opposite the Half Way : this is being discussed by officers and the developer at the moment. According to officers, the arguments against the development are weak but a clause could be included to ensure that these are houses for local people. The application can be seem on the Council website (gwynedd.gov.uk)
2)PARKING : the Community Council is conducting a survey to find out the extent of the problem mid-village. There may be an opportunity to create a parking area at the back of the Church House ( discussions have started with the Church). Another idea being discussed is allowing people to park for 2 hours instead of 30 mins on the part of Bangor Street opposite Cut Above- with no restriction at the weekend. Contact me if you don't agree!
30MEMORIAL HALL : the architect is working on a major improvement scheme. There will be a chance for villagers to view the scheme soon.
4)FELIN IN BLOOM evening : Thanks to Councillor Pat White for arranging again this year. See www.felinheli.org
5)YOUTH CLUB : i have been working with the Youth leaders on a bird boxes project. The Club meets at Y Felin Sgwrsio and at the Memorial Hall and has attracted a number of new members.
6)FELIN SGWRSIO : a full programme of events is underway. I am available ther most Friday mornings. Call and see us.
7)RUBBISH : a new bin has been placed in the playing field on Beach Road and the broken bin has been replaced near the swings. There is a new bin on Bangor Street and Chans have agreed to place a bin outside. There was a rubbish collection event at Rowen and Lan Mor with school children (lpictures on ar www.felinheli.org)
8)COMMUNITY GANG : I discuss the work schedule on a regular basis. It includes grass cutting, weeding, and minor work around the village. The village has improved as a result. Let me know of anything that needs attention. A lot of work has happened at Maes y Felin and work is due to be carried out at Rhyd Y Fenai.
9)COMMUNITY POLICE : Gethin Edwards has been appointed as the PCSO and we have a new CBM at last Andy Jackson is available on 07896 170116 or andrew.jackson@nthwales.pnn.police.uk I am working with Andy to tackle the dog fouling problem in the village.
10)COUNTY LEVEL WORK : I continue to be a member of the Schools re-organisation Panel and Chair of the Youth Service re-organisation group and a member of the Skills Working group. I am also a member of Ysgol Felinheli and Ysgol Syr Hugh ( on the Buildings, Finance and Curriculum panels). There are some cut-backs on the way that will affect council services. Matters that can have a direct effect on Felin - cut in the grant to the Cylch Meithrin, the future of Canolfan Brynffynnon, staffing levels in the schools, selling industrial units etc. No decisions have been taken yet.
11)FERODO : following the decision not to proceed with the prison, the Council is discussing other options for the site.
12)OLD RAILWAY LAND : part of the land near some houses on Ffordd Caernarfon will be offered for sale but 3 metres of the track will be retained for a path/cycle track for the future. The land is to be offered on lease to the Community Council.
13)CARAVAN near the public footpath to Dinas. This is on Gwynedd Council land and the matter is in the hands of the legal department.
14)ROAD SAFETY : a new hump will be placed on Ffordd Brynffynnon near the school entrance ( Canolfan Brynffynnon) and new signs will be placed. ARAF/SLOW will be placed near the Gardd Fon. The Council also wishes to extend the double yellow lines around the corner outside the Gardd Fon . 3 parking spaces would be lost. I am discussing with the landlord and next door neighbours. Comments please ! The matter will be discussed at the next Community Council.
15)OLD RAILWAY LAND near PENNINGTONS: a grant may be possible to build a synthetic pitch on the land near the industrial units. It's early days and this will be discussed by the Community Council.

Gardening Competition - Y Felinheli in Bloom

Results:
In the business category the winners were Tafarn y Fic, with Hotel Plas Dinorwic second and Halfway House third.
Hanging Baskets - 1st Mr M. Edwards, Four Crosses, Siloh; 2nd Mr Bryan Ward, Bryn Rhedyn, Brynffynnon.
Window Boxes/Patios - 1st Mr and Mrs Parry, 1 Bush Road, 2nd Mr and Mrs D. Coates, Sycharth, Bangor Street, 3rd Mr and Mrs K.F. Williams, 23 Trem y Foel.
Small Garden - 1st Mrs A. Oxton, Siloh, 2nd Mr and Mrs Harrison, 44 Caernarfon Road, 3rd Mr and Mrs G. Owen, Elim Cottages, Siloh
Large Garden - 1st Mr and Mrs D. Jones, Craig y Don, 2nd Mr and Mrs J.H. Owen, Tan'rallt, Brynffynnon, 3rd Mr and Mrs Pepper, Beechwood, Siloh.
The overall winner - Mr and Mrs D. Jones, Craig y Don.

A presentation evening was held at the Hotel Plas Dinorwic on 29th September chaired by County Councillor Sian Gwenllian and attended by Hywel Williams MP who presented the prizes.

NEWS FROM Y FELIN SGWRSIO

There are all sorts of activities - including three new clubs:

BODY SHOP : At Y Felin Sgwrsio on Wednesday Oct 28, 7.30 p.m. Tickets from Pat Jones 01248 670646
CAWL : At Y Felin Sgwrsio, Tuesday, Oct 27 12 - 2. Tickets from Myfanwy : 07870688783
COFFEE MORNING : At Y Felin Sgwrsio, Friday, October 30 11 a.m.

Y Felin Sgwrsio : Every Week ( apart from school holidays) Mondays : Spanish conversation ( 7.30); Wednesdays ( 10 -12 ) Computer Clinic ; Thursdays (10 - 12) Felin ers Talwm ( history group) ; Fridays ( 10 - 12) Councillors' drop-in-session ; Saturday ( 11 - 12.30) Welsh Learners Club. Felin Stori childrens' reading club continues to meet every Thursday at 5.30 p.m. The Youth Club is there on Tuesday nights. Three new clubs meet once a month : Do you take Sugar ( for those with Diabetes) - third Wednesday of the month at 7 ; Film Club ( please check, usually last Sunday of the month) and Wine Club ( second Thurs of the month at 7.30). Further details from Myfanwy : 07870688783

FELIN SGWRSIO DATES TO NOTE : Nov 27 Clwb yr Henoed Christmas Tea (3.30); Dec 3 Blas y Nadolig ; Dec 11 : Christmas coffee morning.

Cynghorydd / Councillor Sian Gwenllian (Plaid Cymru)
gwefan y pentref/village website : felinheli.org
01248 670866 07775642202
Awelfryn, Pen y Bryn, Y Felinheli, Gwynedd LL56 4YQ
Felin Sgwrsio, Stryd Bangor : Gwener/Friday 10 - 12

Celebrating the lives of two famous Welsh poets
This could be of interest to pupils studying for their GCSEs or A-level Welsh. Click here to view a poster promoting activities during the T.H.Parry-Williams and R.Williams Parry Festival, held on the weekend of October 31st-November 1st. The festival will celebrate the vast contribution of these two poets to the Welsh culture, celebrating especially the way they were inspired by the landscape of Snowdonia. The festival is organized in partnership by the Academi, Gwynedd Council and Bwrlwm Eryri.

On Saturday, October 31st at 2pm, Twm Elias will lead a Rhyd Ddu History and Nature Trail, with refreshments and a talk by the Chief poet Iwan Llwyd to follow at Ty’r Ysgol, Rhyd Ddu.

Also, on the Saturday night, at 7,30pm, a Talwrn (Poetic Contest) will be held at Caffi Gwynant, Nant Gwynant. Adjudicating, will be the Chief poet, Mei Mac .

On Sunday, November 1st, at 2pm, Dr Gwynfor Pierce Jones and Dr David Gwyn will be leading a Talysarn History Trail, will refreshments and a talk by the poet Karen Owen to follow at the Bandstand, Talysarn.

(* Please note that all festival activities will be held through the medium of Welsh *).

LITTER PICK

In the picture are children from Canolfan Brynffynnon who helped clear rubbish during Keep Wales Tidy Week

 

 

 

Many thanks to all who helped with the litter pick on Sept 25 at Rowen and Beach Road.

Children from Ysgol y Felinheli, Canolfan Brynffynnon and Ysgol Dyffryn Ogwen were helped by County Councillor Sian Gwenllian, MP Hywel Williams, teachers, Keep Wales Tidy and Gwynedd Council staff. - click here to view photos

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NO PRISON ON FERODO SITE

This was how the government announced that there will be no prison on the old Ferodo site in Caernarfon
MoJ statement: Prison in Caernarfon
Prisons Minister Maria Eagle said:

"After careful consideration, the Ministry of Justice has decided to withdraw its interest in acquiring the former Dynamex site near Caernarfon in North Wales .

"We have a responsibility to ensure we get best value for the taxpayer. We were aware of potential issues with this site, and our due diligence procedures established that it is not suitable for prison development.

"As part of our new site search process, which we intend to be open and consultative, we will work with the Wales Office, Welsh Assembly Government and others to identify any potential new sites in Wales .

"The decision to withdraw does not affect our plans to sell the site of the former police training college at Cwmbran, nor does it affect our commitment to provide 96,000 prison places by 2014, which we are still on target to achieve."

This was the statement issued by Councillor Sian Gwenllian ( Ferodo is in the Felinheli ward) :
"This is sad news for all those who had hoped to gain employment at the new prison. Although I had my doubts about the scheme, I could see that a small-scale prison would have been beneficial for the local economy and for the families of Welsh prisoners.
It now seems the Ministry is looking for a much larger prison but I would be totally opposed to a large scheme at Ferodo.
The needs of North Wales seem to be of extemely low priority for the government at Westminster - both in economic and justice terms. The sooner we have our own justice service in Wales and more powers ior the Assembly, the better."

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EXTENDED FAMILY MODEL OFFERS NEW HOPE

The model of the extended family is at the heart of changes
to be introduced in religious service in Y Felinheli.

From next Sunday( September 13), the Clwb Capel and service
at Bethania/Elim will join forces at a new time of 10.30.

"The idea is to re-establish a pattern where children,
young people and adults can worship together and create a
sense of an extended family which can sustain each other
and reach out to the wider community" said Aled G. Job , one
of the officers.

"The clwb capel and traditional service tended to operate
as two completely different entities and the hope is that
this union can make us stronger."

He added that this initial change could also herald further
changes in the nature of the service itself.

"We have to make the service more relevant to the needs of
today and that means opening the door to new ways of doing
things."

"We share our faith with millions of people throughout the
world and we have to draw on this strength in communicating
our message locally!"