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BIRTHDAY

Birthday wishes to Helen Trembath for October 16

'Happy Birthday, Helen!' 

love from auntie Mair

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FAMILY BIRTHDAYS

Happy birthday to Kimberley Morgan of Bute Street, Treherbert for October 5, 

and happy birthday also to Leigh Morgan for October 11,

and twins Ellie & Corey who will be 5 on October 15

with love from all the family.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Lowri Thomas of Swn Yr Afon, Treorchy

who celebrates her 16th birthday on October 9, 

with lots of love from all the family.

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GOLDEN WEDDING

Congratulations to Janwyn and Graham Coles of Treorchy, 

who celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on October 8, 

with best wishes from all your friends at the Miller’s Arms in Swansea .

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NEW DRIVER

Congratulations to Bleddyn Phillips of Dumfries Street, Treorchy

on passing his driving test recently, 

- with many thanks also to his driving instructor, 

Tony Cove of "1st Steps School of Motoring".

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Yvonne Jones of Vicarage Terrace, Cwmparc, 

who celebrated her birthday on September 26, 

with love from all your family and friends.

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THANKS

Beryl and Ieuan John of Dumfries Street, Treorchy

would like to thank everyone for all the cards and gifts received 

to mark the happy occasion of their golden wedding anniversary on September 24.

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BABY GIRL

Congratulations to Alyn & Helen Paul of The Parade, Ton Pentre

on the birth of their first granddaughter, Medi Louise.

Medi was born in Istres, Marseilles to Jenny & Wayne Jeremiah,

a sister for Evan & Griff.

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Get well soon wishes are also sent to Helen - 

- so pleased to see her making a good recovery. 

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GOLDEN WEDDING

Congratulations to Beryl & Ieuan John of Dumfries Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary on September 24.

Beryl was born in Dumfries Street, Treorchy, 

while Ieuan was raised in Gwendoline Street, Tynewydd, 

and they were married in Wesleyan Chapel, Treherbert.

Lots of love to you both, from all the family.

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OFF TO UNI

Best wishes to Mia Jones of Woodland Vale, Treorchy

who celebrates her 19th birthday on September 22, 

and good luck at UWIC, 

where Mia will be studying for a joint honours degree 

in Educational Studies and English. 

With love from all the family.

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50th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday wishes to Lynne Cummings of Stanley Court , Cwmparc

who celebrates on September 17, 

with lots of love from all your family and friends.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday to Ian Price of Stanley Court, Cwmparc, for September 15,

with love from all the family.

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BIRTHDAYS

Happy birthday wishes to Stuart Knape, of System Savers

who celebrates his 31st birthday on September 8, 

with lots of love from all the family.

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OFF TO FRANCE

Best wishes to Liann Guy of Prospect Place, Treorchy

 who will be teaching in Versaille, France, for the next 7 months 

before moving on to study in Malaga, Spain, for the following 3 months, 

as part of her four-year French and Spanish degree course at Aberystwyth University.

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RESULTS

Congratulations to Joshua Pennington of Tylecoch Place, Treorchy

on passing all his GCSE’s this summer 

and will now enter the sixth form at Treorchy Comprehensive.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday to Buddug Harries of Troedyrhiw Terrace, Treorchy for September 2.

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BIRTHDAYS

Special happy birthday to Jessica Leigh Potter of Cemetery Road , Treorchy

who celebrated her 18th birthday on August 31,

with love from all the family.

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RESULTS

Congratulations also to Rebecca Hughes of Dumfries Street , Treorchy 

on passing 14 GCSE’s and now starts on her A levels at Treorchy Comprehensive. 

Well done!

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OFF TO UNI

Congratulations and well done to Alex Green of Prospect Place , Treorchy

on achieving excellent A Level grades of 3A's, 1B and 1C 

and being accepted to study Cardiology for four years at Swansea University

with lots of love and best wishes from your family.

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18th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings to Jamie Evans of Gelli Road, Gelli

who celebrates his 18th birthday on August 27, 

with love from all your family and friends.

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BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greeting are sent to Mal Brewer of Maindy Road, Ton Pentre

who will be celebrating his 70th birthday on August 24. 

Mal is one of the dedicated volunteers at our Phoenix Community Cinema 

and we all wish him a lovely day.

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21st BIRTHDAY

Michael Griffith Foxhall of Park Road, Cwmparc, 

who celebrated his 21st birthday on August 23.

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GREETINGS

Happy birthday to Roger Tomkinson of Upper Canning Street, Ton Pentre for August 20, 

and all good wishes for a very healthy and happy retirement.

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20th BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday to Nathan Crosby, who celebrated his 20th birthday on August 19.

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CHRISTENING THANKS

Sarah and Neil would like to thank everyone for attending the christening service 

of their 7 month-old son Jenson David Gilbert-Jones, 

which was held at St Matthew’s Church on August 8.

Our thanks go to Father Brian who officiated 

and also to Jenson’s godparents, Beccy Croft and Darren Gilbert.

Special thanks also to Jenson’s great grandparents Mrs Megan Thatcher and Mr Bryn Gilbert.

A celebration meal was enjoyed afterwards at the Cardiff Arms 

and many thanks to everyone for all the kind cards and gifts received for Jenson to mark the occasion.

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 RETIRED

Best wishes for a long and happy retirement are sent to Meryl Price, 

our lollypop lady who has been helping children to cross the road safely

in Ton Pentre for the past 23 years.

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BABY BOY

Congratulations to our local PCSO Suzanne Casey 

who gave birth to a baby son on Friday, July 30. 

Olly weighed in at a lovely 6lbs. 

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BIRTHDAYS

Happy birthday greetings to Jack Bishop of Cardiff Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating his 16th birthday on August 14.

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86th BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Elwyn Samuel of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating his 86th birthday on August 18, 

with lots of love from all the family.

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DIAMOND WEDDING

Congratulations to Eddie and Betty Morgan of Cardiff Street, Treorchy,

who celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary on July 22.

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PEARL WEDDING

Many congratulations are sent to Annette & Paul Caswell of Stuart Street, Treorchy,

who celebrated their 30th Wedding Anniversary on July 19.

Annette & Paul marked their happy occasion by spending the weekend in the New Forest

 before enjoying a celebratory meal with family in Cardiff Bay.

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30th BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday to Ceri John Twohey of Smith House, Treherbert, 

who celebrates his 30th birthday on July 26, 

with lots of love from all the family.

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65th BIRTHDAYS

Special happy birthday wishes to Christine & Terry Jones of Regent Street, Treorchy

who will both be celebrating their 65th birthdays on July 24 and 29 respectively.

With lots of love from your family and friends.

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21st BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings to Gareth Edwards of Colum Street, Treorchy

who celebrates his 21st birthday on July 21.

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DOUBLE CELEBRATIONS

Congratulations to Aled Caswell of Stuart Street, Treorchy

on achieving his BSc in Maths with Finance 

from the University of Exeter. 

Well done Aled, your family is very proud of you. 

Aled also celebrated his 21st birthday on July 14 while working in America and his family is looking forward to the celebrations when he returns home in September.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Carly Thomas of Lower Terrace, Cwmparc, 

who celebrated her 28th birthday on July 5.

Lots of love from all your family and friends.

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21st BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings to Jessica Price of Dumfries Street, Treorchy

who celebrated her 21st birthday on July 6, 

with lots of love from all the family.

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ANNIVERSARY

Congratulations to Linda and Mark Walters of Tynybedw Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating their 18th wedding anniversary on June 20, 

with lots of love from all your family and friends.

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60th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday wishes to Susan George of Treharne Street, Cwmparc, 

who celebrates her 60th birthday on June 17.

Love from all your friends.

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50th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings to Steve Bain of Tallis Street, Cwmparc, 

who will be celebrating his 50th birthday on June 15.

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60th BIRTHDAY

Special greetings are sent with lots of love 

to Denise Rees of Ynyswen Road, Ynyswen

who celebrated her 60th birthday on June 11.

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GREETINGS

Belated birthday greetings are sent to Maureen Devonald of Stanley Court, Cwmparc

who celebrated her 77th birthday on June 7.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes are sent to Rachel Stephens of Eileen Place, Tynewydd, 

who will be celebrating her 17th birthday on June 6.

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MAYORAL DUTIES

Many congratulations to Phil John, a volunteer worker at Treorchy Youth Centre, 

who has just become the Mayor of Maesteg, 

and best wishes also to Jennifer Terry, our senior youth worker, 

who will be his consort during his year in office.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday greetings to Margaret Evans of Regent Street, Treorchy, for June 5.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Adam Walters of Tynybedw Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating his 17th birthday on June 4, 

with love from all the family.

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GET WELL SOON

Get well soon wishes are sent to Deb of Ynyswen, 

with lots of love from all your family.

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BABY BOY

Congratulations to Kirsty & Liam on the birth of their baby son, 

who made his appearance at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital on May 28.

Alfie Lennon Richards weighed in at 3lb 14oz 

and makes proud first time grandparents of Janet & Kerry Richards of Ynyswen Road.

A lovely first great grandson for Barbara & Wynford Rossiter of Howard Street, Treorchy.

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60th BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday greetings to Monica Stevenson of Chapel Street, Blaenrhondda, 

who celebrated her 60th birthday on May 24.

Lots of love from all your family and friends.

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95th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings to Louvain Evans of Bute Street, Treorchy

who celebrated her 95th birthday on May 22.

With lots of love to you from all your family and friends.

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BIRTHDAYS

Happy birthday to Leon Walters of Tynybedw Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating his 19th birthday on May 24.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes also to Richard Ashton of Troedyrhiw Terrace, 

who turns 48 on May 21.

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75th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings to Freda Turner of Trealaw, 

(former landlady of the Parc Hotel in Cwmparc) 

who turned 75 on May 13, 

with best wishes from all your friends.

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50th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings to Beverly Jarman of Heol Tyle Du, Treorchy

who celebrated her 50th birthday on May 12, 

with love from all the family.

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70th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings to David Roberts of Troedyrhiw Terrace, Treorchy

who celebrates his 70th birthday on May 1.

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80th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday wishes to Margaret Evans of Windsor Street, Treorchy

who is celebrating her 80th birthday on April 22. 

Hope you have a lovely day Margaret, from all your family and friends.

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50th BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Paul Lewis of Parc Road, Cwmparc

who celebrates his 50th birthday on April 21.

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40th BIRTHDAY

Belated birthday greetings are sent to Craig Tanner of Barrett Street, Cwmparc

who turned 40 on April 18.

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THANKS

Christine Thompson of Tremle Court, Treorchy, would like to thank everyone for attending her 65th birthday party at Treorchy Rugby Club on April 10, and also for all her cards and presents.

A special thank you to sister Pat for making the birthday cake, and to sisters Barbara and Bernice, for cooking all the other cakes.

Thank you to Matthew Langley for the disco and to Nick from the Dunraven Hotel for the lovely buffet and to Kirsty, Chloe, Sally, Sandra and Mairi for the decorations, and to Nerys at the Rugby Club for all her help.

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17th BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Bleddyn Phillips of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy

who celebrates his 17th birthday on April 8, 

and good luck with your driving lessons!

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70th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings to Pat Davies of Vicarage Terrace, Cwmparc 

who celebrated her 70th birthday on April 7, 

with love from all the family. 

A celebration buffet was held at the Pencelli Hotel with family and friends 

and Pat would like to thank everyone for attending to mark her special occasion.

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98th BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday greetings to Mrs Doris Gibbon, formerly of Tylcoch Row, Treorchy, 

now residing at Bronllwyn Residential Home, Gelli, 

who celebrated her 98th birthday on April 4.

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18th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings are sent to Alex Green of Prospect Place, Treorchy

who celebrates her 18th birthday on March 29, 

with lots of love from all the family.

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65th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings are sent to David Rees of Prospect Place, Treorchy

who will be celebrating his 65th birthday on March 27.

With lots of love from wife Pauline, daughter Emma,  son in law Phillip

and grandchildren Lewis, Matthew and Joshua.

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90th BIRTHDAY

Congratulations to Mrs Lettie Jones of Dumfries Street, Treorchy

who celebrated her 90th birthday on March 22. 

Lettie enjoyed a lovely day of celebration at home with family and friends.

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50th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday wishes to Julie Chub of Cardiff Street, Treorchy

who celebrated her 50th birthday on March 21.

Love from Linda & Jeff and all the Chubb family!

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BABY GIRL

Congratulations to Keely and Jay of Carne Street, Pentre,

following the birth of their baby daughter on March 20.

Kacey May Rees weighed in at 6lbs 15½oz 

and is a lovely little sister for Kaitlyn.  

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GOLDEN WEDDING

Congratulations to Rita and John Rees of Illtyd Street, Treorchy

who celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary on March 19.

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DIAMOND WEDDING

Congratulations are sent to Binnie and Jack Owen of Brynhyfryd Street, Ynyswen

who celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary on March 18.

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BABY BOY

Congratulations are sent to Lorna and Andrew Knape of Tonyrefail,

following the birth of their second child, on March 17.

Connor Ceri Knape weighed in at 7lbs 3oz and is a lovely little brother for Lewis.

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ANNIVERSARY

Congratulations to Pat & Howard James of Ynyswen Road, Ynyswen,

who will be celebrating their 31st wedding anniversary on March 17.

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NEW DRIVER

Well done to Leon Walters of Tynybedw Street, Treorchy

who has recently passed his driving test. 

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GOLDEN WEDDING

Congratulations to Marlene and Brian Walters of Glynrhondda Street , Treorchy

who will be celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary on March 12.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday greetings are sent to Daniel Watts of Stuart Street, Treorchy

who celebrated his 28th birthday on March 4.

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BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday wishes are sent to Julie Powell of Rhys Street, Treorchy

who celebrates her 50th birthday on February 26. 

‘Welcome to the Club, Julie!’

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90th BIRTHDAY

Many congratulations and best wishes to Alfred Pickin of Heol Tyle Du, Treorchy,

who celebrated his 90th birthday on February 8.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Pat James of Ynyswen Road, Ynyswen, 

who celebrates her 52nd birthday on February 8. 

with love from family and friends

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BIRTHDAYS

Congratulations, love and best wishes from all the family to 

Aled Thomas of Swn Yr Afon, 

who celebrated his 18th birthday on February 3.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Emma Walters of Parry Street, Ton Pentre

who celebrated her birthday on February 3.

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BIRTHDAY GREETINGS

Happy birthday wishes to Derek John Hall of Wyndham Street, Ton Pentre for February 2.

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80th BIRTHDAY

Special belated greetings are sent to Jean Evans of High Street, Treorchy

who celebrated her 80th birthday on January 3.

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21st BIRTHDAY

Congratulations to Ben Evans of Stuart Street, Treorchy

who turned 21 on January 24.

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21st BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings are sent to Scott Jarman of Heol Tyle Du, Treorchy

who will be celebrating his 21st birthday on January 22.

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BIRTHDAY

 Belated birthday greetings to Dorothy Pickin of Heol Tyle Du, Treorchy

who turned 87 on January 20.

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DYFODWG GIRLS

Happy birthday greetings to Andrea Jarman of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy

who celebrated her 58th birthday on January 5, 

with happy birthday also to her mother Margaret 

who will be celebrating her 82nd birthday on January 14.

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BABY BOY

Congratulations to Sarah Gilbert and Neil Jones of Bute Street, Treorchy,

following the birth of their beautiful baby son.

Jenson David Gilbert-Jones made his entrance on January 10

and weighed in at a lovely 7lbs 10oz.

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BABY GIRL

Congratulations to Teresa Davies and Stuart Knape of System Savers, Treorchy,

on the birth of their beautiful baby daughter,

who made her appearance three weeks early on January 1, at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital.

Seren Lowri Knape weighed in at 4lbs 15oz 

and is a lovely first great-granddaughter for Shirley Ashton of Illtyd Street, Treorchy.

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90th BIRTHDAY

Congratulations and best wishes for a lovely day are sent to 

May Williams of Howard Street, Treorchy

who celebrates her 90th birthday on January 2.

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50th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings to Linda Walters of Tynybedw Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating her 50th birthday on January 2.

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BIRTHDAYS

Happy birthday wishes to Shirley Ashton of Illtyd St, Treorchy

who will be 75 on December 29.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Jessica Richards of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating her 19th birthday on December 16.

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BIRTHDAYS

Happy birthday greetings are sent to Keely Roderick of Carne Street, Pentre,

who was 20 on December 10.

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90th BIRTHDAY

A very special birthday greeting is sent to Marian Jenkins of Ynyswen Road, Ynyswen

who celebrated her 90th birthday on December 9.

Marian is a former teacher and deputy headmistress of Ynyswen Infants School for over 30 years

and has taught many generations from the Treorchy and Ynyswen area.

(Known to us as 'Aunty' we wish her a very happy day from Carol, Wynne, Gareth and Caryl.)

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50th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings are sent to Christine Lewis of Tynybedw Terrace, Treorchy

 who celebrated her 50th birthday on December 19.

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RUBY WEDDING

Congratulations to Megan and Mel Parker of Ynyswen Road, Ynyswen

who celebrate their 40th Wedding Anniversary on December 13.

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POLICE TRAINING

Congratulations to Richard Davies (Beefy) of Queen Street on being accepted into the South Wales Police Constabulary.

Richard, who is formerly of Cwmparc, will begin his training on Dec 14 and is sent best wishes from all his family and friends.

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NOVEMBER BOY

Mr Fred Waite is wished a happy 75th birthday in November.

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70th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings to Lyn Oliver of Brynhyfryd Street, Ynyswen

who celebrates her 70th birthday on November 29, 

with loads of love from all your family.

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65th BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes are sent to Enid Bowen of High Street, Treorchy, 

who will be celebrating her 65th birthday on November 26, 

with love from all the family.  

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Alexandra Richards of Parc Road , Cwmparc,

 who will turn 17 on November 26

with love from all your friends and family.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes are sent to Kyle Jarman of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy,

who will be celebrating his 25th birthday on November 24,

 with love from all the family.

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GET WELL SOON

Best wishes for a speedy recovery are sent to Brian Davies of Vicarage Terrace, Cwmparc, 

following his recent operation at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital,

with love from all your family and friends.

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THANKS

Pat and Brian Davies of Vicarage Terrace, Cwmparc 

would like to thank everyone for the cards, flowers and gifts received 

to mark to happy occasion of their Golden Wedding Anniversary on November 21.

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GOLDEN WEDDING

Congratulations to Pat and Brian Davies of Vicarage Terrace, Cwmparc, 

who will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on November 21.

Pat (nee Sullivan) was born in London and raised in Heol Tyle Du, Treorchy, 

while Brian was born and raised in Pentre.

They were married in the former Station Road Chapel in Treorchy 

and made their first marital home in Blaencwm, 

raising their five children Lorraine, Susan, Anthony, Andrew and Robert, 

before moving later to Treherbert and afterwards settling in Cwmparc.  

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 THANKS

Many thanks are sent to Ynyswen couple Ralph and Helen Coles of Rhondda Coach Travel for donating over £500 

to the Treherbert Baths fund after a recent mystery coach trip that traveled to Taunton on November 7. 

A wonderful gesture of community spirit and generosity that is typical of them both. 

Thank you once again.  

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BABY GIRL

Congratulations to Stephanie Dyer and Ashley Matthews of Tylorstown, 

following the birth of their beautiful baby daughter on August 31.

Layla Mcenzie Matthews weighed in at 7lb 3oz 

and is a lovely first niece for Shannan and Kelly, 

and first grandchild for Andrea Butler and Stephen Dyer of Bute Street, Treorchy.  

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100th BIRTHDAY GREETINGS

Special belated birthday greetings are sent to a former Treorchy boy, Ben Evans of Barry, 

who celebrated his 100th birthday on October 3.

 Ben, who was born and raised in Glyncoli Road, Treorchy, 

and worked underground in the former Parc Colliery, Cwmparc before serving during the War in China, 

was pleased to receive his card from the Queen, 

as well as one from the First Minister Rhodri Morgan to mark this happy occasion, 

and he enjoyed a day of celebration at his daughter’s home along with some 30 members of his family.   

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18th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings to Bethan Roderick of Chepstow Road , Cwmparc,

 who celebrates her 18th birthday on November 11,

with love from all the family.  

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes are sent to Gareth Richards of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating his 23rd birthday on November 13,

 with love from all the family.  

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18th BIRTHDAY

 Special happy birthday greetings are sent to Rhys Lewis of Holbrook Close, Treorchy

who celebrated his 18th birthday on November 2, 

with love from all the family.  

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DEGREE

Congratulations to Sara Katherine Inkpen (nee Phillips) of Stuart Street , Treorchy,

on gaining her BA Hons in Criminal Justice (Probation) at Newport .

 Lots of love from all the family.  

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TOUR OF DUTY

Good luck wishes are sent to 19 year-old Ashley Edwards of Treorchy,

on his first tour of duty at Camp Bastion in Afghanistan.

We wish Ashley, and all serving British personnel, a safe and successful tour of duty. 

His family are all very proud of him and are looking forward to seeing him in the New Year.

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70th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday wishes are sent to Lillian Fry of Rhiedol Close, Ynyswen,

 who will be celebrating her 70th birthday on October 28,

 with lots of love from the gang.  

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ANNIVERSARY

Congratulations to Lynne and Derek Cummings of Stanley Court , Cwmparc,

 who celebrated their 7th wedding anniversary on October 25,

 with love from family and friends.  

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ANNIVERSARY

Congratulations to Betty and Kevin Jones of Herbert Street, Treorchy

 who will be celebrating their 49th wedding anniversary on October 21.  

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HALF MARATHON

Cwm Taf NHS Trust would like to say thank you to Stuart Morris of Regent Street, Treorchy,

 who is running the half-marathon on October 18, 

to raise funds for the Lewis Merthyr Day Unit at Ysbyty George Thomas Hospital.

All the patients and staff at the unit would like to wish Stuart good luck and thank him for his support.

If anyone wishes to add to the donations please contact Lewis Merthyr Day Unit on 01443 440440, extension 5183.  

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THANKS

A big thank you to Danielle Jones and Suzanne Jones who ran 5K 

to raise funds for the Treorchy Comprehensive School trip to Honduras next year, 

raising another £100 towards the costs needed to fund the expedition. 

Well done both.  

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40th BIRTHDAY

Belated birthday greetings are sent to Donna Owen of Park Road, Cwmparc,

 who celebrated her 40th birthday on October 9.  

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70th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings are sent to Kevin Jones of Herbert Street, Treorchy,

 who celebrates his 70th birthday on October 12.

With love from family and friends.

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EXPEDITION FUNDRAISING

Well done and a big thank you to all family, friends and Treorchy Comprehensive School staff 

who turned up and took part in our bucket collection walk from Treherbert to Pontypridd on October 3, 

despite terrible weather conditions.

The public and local businesses were very generous and we managed to collect just under £500, 

plus many gifts which will be used as prizes in a raffle.

We thank you all for your support in helping us reach our goal to get to Honduras in 2010.

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BABY GIRL

Congratulations to Rhydian and Naomi Ellis of Wiltshire, 

on the birth of their beautiful daughter Autumn,

 who made her appearance on October 1, 

weighing in at 8lbs exactly and a much loved little sister for Ethan.

A first grandaughter for Susan Ellis of Bryn Rhodfa, Treorchy, 

and another lovely granddaughter for Donna and Eddie Thompson of Ballykelly, Northern Ireland.

Autumn is also a great granddaughter for Louvain Evans of Bute Street, Treorchy.  

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MCMILLAN COFFEE MORNING

Congratulations to Christine Lewis of Troedyrhiw Terrace, Treorchy

who hosted a scrumptious coffee morning at her home in aid of the McMillan charity.

A fabulously fattening time was had by all and, with raffles and donations, in excess of £500 was raised. 

Well done Chris!  

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50th BIRTHDAY

Best wishes to Wynne Davies of Ynyswen

 who will be celebrating his 50th birthday on October 2.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Lynne Cummings of Stanley Court, Cwmparc, for September 17,

from your twin baby granddaughters Olivia and Alice.

*  *  *

50th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings to Ian Price of Treorchy.net

who will be celebrating his 50th birthday on September 15.

*  *  *

30th BIRTHDAY

Congratulations to Stuart Knape who celebrated his 30th birthday on September 8,

with every good wish also for his new computer shop 'SYSTEM SAVERS'

which opened in Treorchy recently.

*  *  *

GREETINGS

Happy birthday to Lucy Davies of Cemetery Road who celebrated her 16th birthday on August 31

Congratulations also to Lucy on her wonderful GCSE results.

Love to you from all the family.

*  *  *

RESULTS

Congratulations to Adam Walters of Tynybedw Street, Treorchy,

 on passing all 12 GCSE exams and good luck wishes for the 6th Form,

from all the family.

*  *  *

BABY BOY

Congratulations to Hannah Price of Cemetery Road,

following the birth of her beautiful baby son at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital on August 23.

Kam Lee Kevin Price weighed in at an impressive 9lb 1oz

and is a first grandchild for Chris and Jackie Price,

a lovely nephew for Jayne and Joe,

and a first great-grandchild for Jean and Viv Price of Dumfries Street, Treorchy.

*  *  *

RESULTS

Congratulations and well done to Bleddyn Phillips of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy

on passing his GCSE's with fantastic grades.

Good luck for 6th form, from all the family.

*  *  *

RESULTS

Congratulations also to Keiran Hammond of Senghenydd Street, Treorchy

on gaining 8A’s and 4 B’s at GCSE level.

Best wishes for the sixth form, from all your family and friends.

*  *  *

OFF TO UNI

Congratulations to Leon Walters of Tynybedw Street for passing his A level exams

and good luck wishes for your future in university,

with love from all your family.

*  *  *

GREAT RESULTS

Congratulations to Dewi Mogg on the great results in his examinations,

from all the family.

 *  *  *

DEGREE

Congratulations to Sarah Caswell of Stuart Street on achieving her BA (Hons) degree in Drama Teaching.

All the family say they are very proud of Sarah

and wish her good luck at her new job at Ferndale Community School.

*  *  *

RUBY WEDDING

Congratulations are sent to David and Christine Jones of Regent Street, Treorchy

who celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on August 31.

Lots of love from all the family.

*  *  *

70th BIRTHDAY

Many happy birthday greetings are sent to Rita Rees of Illtyd Street, Treorchy

who celebrated a special birthday on August 28. 

*  *  *

FIRST ANNIVERSARY

Congratulations to Phil and Karen Williams of Tynybedw Street, Treorchy

who celebrated their first wedding anniversary on August 25.

*  *  *

OFF TO UNI

Special happy birthday greetings are sent to Kristie Raby of Kennard Street, Ton Pentre

who celebrated her 18th birthday on August 24,

with congratulations also for her recent exam results.

Good luck wishes also to Kristie who will be studying dance for the next few years at Cardiff University UWIC.

*  *  *

GREETINGS

Special happy birthday greetings to Lee Reynolds of Stanley Court, Cwmparc,

who celebrates his 40th birthday on August 6.

*  *  *

VIOLIN SUCCESS

Congratulations to 16 year-old Keiran Hammond of Senghenydd Street, Treorchy

on passing his Grade Six Violin examination.

Thanks also go to school tutor Mrs Griffiths and home tutor Mr Andrew May.

Well done Keiran, from all the family.

*  *  *

WEDDING

Congratulations to Anna and Carl Shephard-Morris

who were married on August 1 at St Peters Church, Pentre.

Anna you looked stunning, and a good job was done by Best Men Mark and Jamie. 

Thank you both so much for inviting us to be part of your special day.

Love and Best Wishes for the future from Peter and Carol.

*  *  *

DOUBLE CELEBRATIONS

Congratulations to Shaun Guy of Prospect Place, who graduated from Aberyswyth University on July 14,

and to his mother Susan who celebrated her birthday on the same day!

*  *  *

THANKS

Ceri and Heather Hurley of Woodland Vale, Treorchy

 would like to thanks everyone who attended their joint 50th birthday party

held on July 3 at the Pentre Legion.

Many thanks also for the gifts and donations received,

a total of £140 shared between the LATCH and McMillan Rhondda charities.

*  *  *

RETIRED

Mrs L Jenkins and Mr M Harris have recently retired from Ton-Pentre Junior School after many years of dedicated service.

They would like to thank all staff and pupils at the school and other well-wishers for the cards and presents they received.

We all wish them both a very long and happy retirement!

*  *  *

70th BIRTHDAY

Congratulations to Kerry John of Ael y Bryn, Treherbert,

 who will be 70 yrs young on July 2.

Love you loads from the gang.

*  *  *

POETRY

Congratulations to Sion Owen of Glyncoli Farm, Treorchy,

who had his poetry included in an anthology entitled ‘NU: FICTION and STUFF’

which was  launched at the Hay Festival.

His family are very proud of him.

*  *  *

80th BIRTHDAY

Special 80th happy birthday greetings to Tom Page of Dumfries Street, Treorchy,

for June 27.

*  *  *

GOLDEN WEDDING

Congratulations to Gaynor and Derek Williams of Illtyd Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary on June 20.

*  *  *

NEWLYWED THANKS

Anna and Gavin Povey of Gelligaled Road, Ystrad

would like to thank everyone for the cards and gifts received

to mark the happy occasion of their wedding day on June 20.

*  *  *

FOOTBALL

Congratulations to 17yr-old Jamie Thomas of Tynybedw Street, Treorchy

on winning Young Player of the Year for Ton Pentre AFC

and Player of the Year for Pencoed Football Academy.

Well done and love from all the family.

*  *  *

50th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday wishes to Ceri Hurley of Woodland Vale, Treorchy

who celebrates his 50th birthday on June 18.

Love from wife Heather, daughter Ffion, and Jess the dog!

*  *  *

GREETINGS

Happy birthday wishes are sent to Trish Hall of Wyndham Street, Ton Pentre

who will be celebrating her birthday on June 13.

Love from husband Derek.

*  *  * 

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Denise Rees of Ynyswen Rd, Ynyswen for June 11,

with lots of love from your partner David.

*  *  *

80th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings to an ex-Cwmparc boy, Robert Jones of Porthcawl,

who celebrated his 80th birthday on June 6.

Robert celebrated with family and friends at the Atlantic Hotel, Porthcawl,

with long-standing friend Tom Jenkins of Ynyswen being invited to give the after-dinner speech.

Robby and Tom have been pals since working together many years ago in the Gelli Colliery,

with Robby going on to work at Hobart House, London for the NCB

and as a qualified Mining Engineer and Scientist, working in the North East England coalfields

before retiring to Porthcawl.

Many will recall Robert was formerly of Conway Road, Cwmparc,

being the son of Louise and Stedman Jones, who was a blacksmith in the Dare Colliery.

*  *  *

21st BIRTHDAY

 congratulations to Luke Williams of Cemetery Rd, who was 21 on June 6.

Love from Grandma and Grandpa.

*  *  *

16th BIRTHDAY

 Happy birthday to Adam Walters of Tynybedw Street, Treorchy

who will be turning 16 on June 4,

and good luck for your GCSE exams Adam!

*  *  *

PEARL WEDDING

Congratulations to Andrew and Joyce Jenkins of Newport, who recently celebrated their 30th Wedding Anniversary.

Andrew is originally from Ynyswen, while Joyce hailed from Clydach Vale.

They were married at the Bush Mission in Clydach Vale on May 26, 1979, and their home is in Tredegar Gardens, Newport.

Andrew is the resident Pastor of the Newport Gateway Church and travels abroad extensively

 as the Asia representative of Action Overseas (the missionary arm of the Apostolic Church),

while Joyce works in NHS management at the Royal Gwent Hospital.

The happy couple have two sons, Joseph and Nicholas.

*  *  *

18th BIRTHDAY

 Special happy birthday wishes to Leon Walters of Tynybedw Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating his 18th birthday on May 24,

with lots of love from all the family!

*  *  *

 

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Richard Ashton of Troedyrhiw Terrace, Treorchy

who celebrates his 46th birthday on May 21.

*  *  *

BABY GIRL

Congratulations to John and Lisa of Parc Road, Cwmparc,

on the birth of their baby daughter,

who made her appearance on May 20.

Holly Mae weighed in at 8lbs 9oz and is a lovely little sister for Zoe and Bevan.

*  *  *

18th BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday to Calum Chislett Williams of New Chapel Street, 

who celebrated his 18th birthday on May 20

Love from Grandma and Grandpa.

*  *  *

 18th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings to Matthew Wiggins of Treharne Street, Pentre,

who celebrated his 18th birthday on May 18.

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

Belated happy birthday to Gerald Rees of Treorchy, who celebrated his birthday on May 18.

*  *  *

50th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings to Leigh Johnson of Bute St, Treorchy,

who celebrated her 50th birthday on May 18.

“Have a good day, Leigh!” from all your friends and family.

*  *  *

RUBY WEDDING

Congratulations to Jan and John Wyer of Ton Row, Ton Pentre,

who celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary on May 17.

*  *  *

65th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings to Janis Williams of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy

who celebrated her 65th birthday on May 13,

with lots of love from all the family.

*  *  *

BABY BOY

Congratulations to Sarah and Simon Perham of Parry Street, Ton Pentre, following the birth of your beautiful baby son, born on April 20, at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital.

Ollie John Perham weighed in at 5lbs 9ozs and is a lovely little brother for Lois.

He is a first grandson for Anne and Dudley Perham of Co-operative Street, Ton Pentre, and another lovely grandson for Alan and Sharon Williams of Buckland Drive, Ystrad.

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Cassie Fairhurst of Glanyrafon, Treorchy

who celebrates her birthday on May 6.

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

Happy Birthday to Jonathan Davies of Caxton Press, Treorchy

who is 34 on May 6.

Love from Sharon, Jaz and Lucie.

*  *  *

 BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Cynthia Powell of Stanley Court, Cwmparc,

who celebrate her birthday on April 29.

*  *  *

70th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings to Phyllis Reynolds of Stanley Court, Cwmparc,

who celebrates her 70th birthday on April 29.

*  *  *

90th BIRTHDAY

Congratulations and happy birthday wishes to Haydn Erasmus of Dumfries Street, Treorchy,

who will be celebrating his 90th birthday on April 27.

*  *  *

 

BABY GIRL

Congratulations to Jenna and Kyle of Tonypandy,

following the birth of their beautiful baby daughter Yazmin,

on April 19, weighing in at 4lb 14oz.

Proud first-time grandparents are Christine and Allan Sheldon of Dumfries Street, Treorchy.

*  *  *

FIVE GENERATIONS

Congratulations to Mrs Eiluned McMahon of Howard Street, Treorchy, on the birth of her great great-grandson Oliver.

Eiluned, who is 90 years old, is pictured with her daughter Gillian Cowx, (also of Treorchy,)

grandson Andrew, great-granddaughter Rebecca and of course, great great-grandson Oliver who live at Milton Keynes.

*  *  *

PEARL WEDDING

Congratulations to Judith and Roger Tomkinson of Upper Canning Street, Ton Pentre,

who will be celebrating their 30th Wedding Anniversary on April 16.

*  *  *

BABY BOY

Congratulations to Laura Merriman and Adrian Bosanko of Prospect Place, Treorchy

 on the birth of their first child, a beautiful baby son.

Harvey made his appearance on March 31, at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital,

and weighed in at a lovely 7lbs 13oz.

Proud first-time grandparents are Lynne Merriman of Horeb Street, Treorchy

together with Kim and Wayne Bosanko of Regent Street, Treorchy.

*  *  *

THANKS

Pat Davies of Vicarage Terrace, Cwmparc, would like to thank all her family and friends

for the cards and presents received to mark the happy occasion of her 69th birthday on April 7.

*  *  *

 

16th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday wishes are sent to Bleddyn Phillips of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating his 16th birthday on April 8.

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

"Happy Birthday Nanna" - Marollyn Hinder of Ton Pentre

for April 6

Lots of love from

Stephen & Hollie xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

*  *  *

 

97th BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday greetings are sent to a former Tylecoch girl,

- Doris Gibbon of Bronllwyn Home for the Elderly -

who celebrated her 97th birthday on April 4.

*  *  *

DOUBLE CELEBRATION

Congratulations to Janet and Mark Jones of Windsor Street, Treorchy

(formerly of Troedyrhiw Terrace)

who will be celebrating their 25th Wedding Anniversary on March 31.

Special happy birthday wishes also to their grandson William Jones of Tynybedw Street,

who will celebrate his very first birthday on March 31,

the same day as his grandparents Silver Wedding Anniversary!

*  *  * 

GOLDEN WEDDING

Congratulations to Bill and Marilyn Manchipp of Tylecoch Place, Treorchy,

 who celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary on March 28.

Love from all the family!

*  *  *

40th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday wishes to Louise Thomas of Herbert Street, Treorchy,

who celebrates her 40th birthday on March 25.

14 HERBERT STREET TREORCHY=LIFE BEGINS!!!!!

ALL OUR LOVE - DAVID & HOLLIE LOVE YOU LOADS

*  *  *

RUBY WEDDING

Congratulations to Keryl and Maureen Rooke of Mount Libanus Street, Treherbert,

on the occasion of their 40th Wedding Anniversary on March 22.

*  *  *

PEARL WEDDING

Congratulations to Pat and Howard James of Ynyswen Road,

who will be celebrating their 30th Wedding Anniversary on March 17.

*  *  *

GREETINGS

Special happy birthday greetings are sent to Rhian Davies of Cemetery Road, Treorchy

who will be celebrating her 40th birthday on March 15.

Rhian works in Nationwide in Treorchy and is very popular with the customers.

*  *  *

18th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings are sent to Sarah Louise Evans of Ystrad Road, Ystrad,

who celebrated her 18th birthday on March 14,

with greetings also to her mother Janet for March 15.

 *  *  *

NEW DRIVER

Congratulations to Mai Jones of Woodland Vale, Treorchy

on passing her driving test at her first attempt!

*  *  *

ANNIVERSARY

Congratulations to Richard and Susan Ashton of Troedyrhiw Terrace, Treorchy

who celebrate their sixth wedding anniversary on March 8.

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday greetings are sent to Susan Ashton of Troedyrhiw Terrace, Treorchy

who will be celebrating her birthday on March 6.

*  *  *

BABY BOY

Congratulations to Joanne and David Banner of Stuart Street, Treorchy,

on the birth of their second child, a beautiful baby boy.

Morgan James Banner was born on March 2,

weighing 6lbs 15½ oz

and is a lovely little brother for Mollie.

 *  *  *

BABY GIRL

Congratulations to Lauren Evans and Michael Lewis of Clydach,

on the birth of their baby daughter Ruby-Neve on February 24,

weighing 6lb 4oz, at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital.

Proud first time grandparents are Colin and Barbara Evans of Ynysfeio Close, Ynyswen,

together with Marian and Mark Rowlands, formerly of Lake Street, Ferndale.

Ruby-Neve is also the first great grandchild of Derek and Zelda Bryant of Dumfries Street, Treorchy.

*  *  *

21st BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings to Shaun Guy of Prospect Place, Treorchy,

who celebrates his 21st birthday on February 25.

*  *  *

RUBY WEDDING

Congratulations to Novella & Byron Winters of Regent Street, Treorchy,

who celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on February 22.

*  *  *

ANNIVERSARY

Congratulations to Cynthia & Lyndon John of Clifton Street, Cwmparc,

who celebrate their 39th wedding anniversary on February 21.

*  *  * 

BIRTHDAY

Wishing a happy birthday to Sylvia Chapman of Glynrhondda Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating her 52nd birthday on February 19.

All my love Colin xxx

*  *  *

90th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday wishes to Betty Taylor of Illtyd Street, Treorchy

who celebrated her 90th birthday on February 18.

*  *  *

18th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings to David Wilde of Woodland Terrace, Ynyswen,

who celebrated his 18th birthday on February 14.

*  *  *

18th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings to Liam Wood of Jones Street, Ynyswen,

who celebrated his 18th birthday on February 10.

Lots of love

Mammy, Daddy, Chris, Callum, Grandma & Gran

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

*  *  *

18th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings to Matthew Symmons of Fforch Close, Treorchy,

 who celebrated his 18th birthday on February 9.

*  *  *

EXAM DISTINCTION

Congratulations to Dewi Mogg of Bronllwyn Road, Gelli

on passing his exam with distinction.

from Lillie, Dado and all the family

*  *  * 

COUNTY CRICKET

Beryl and Ieuan John of Dumfries Street, Treorchy, are proud to say

their great-grandson Tomas has been selected for West Glamorgan County Cricket Team.

Ten year-old Tomas, who has been playing cricket since the age of four,

is the first pupil in his school in Swansea to be selected for any county team.

“Congratulations and Well Done Tomas!”

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

  Happy Birthday to Mam - Marilyn Rees of Glynrhondda Street, Treorchy

who celebrates her birthday on January 25.

Love you lots

from Dean, Debz,

and your grandchildren Gemma, Daniel & Dale

xxxxxxxxx

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday greetings to Scott Jarman of Heol Tyle Du, Treorchy

who celebrated his birthday on January 22.

*  *  *

RUBY WEDDING

Congratulations to Gwyn and Helen Thomas of Cemetery Road, Treorchy

who celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary on January 18.

A celebration party with over 50 friends and relatives

was held at the Rhondda Heritage Hotel to mark the happy occasion.

Gwyn and Helen would like to thank everyone for attending and making it such a special night.

*  *  *

 

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday to Margaret Jarman of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy

who celebrates her birthday on January 14.

*  *  *

RUBY WEDDING

Congratulations to David and Dianne Dunham (nee Sullivan) of Pencai Terrace, Treorchy

who celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary on January 11.

*  *  *

18TH BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday wishes to Rachel Davies of Cardiff Place, Treorchy

who celebrates her 18th birthday on January 11.

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday to Andrea Jarman of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy

who celebrated her birthday on January 5.

*  *  *

60th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings to Jean Watts of Stuart Street, Treorchy

who celebrated her 60th birthday on January 5.

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday greetings to Gemma Jones of Heol Orchwy, Treorchy

who was 16 on January 3.

“Sweet Sixteen, Gemma!”

love you loads Nanny & Grancha Rees

*  *  *

DIAMOND WEDDING

Congratulations to Mair and Cliff Morgan of Ynyswen Road, Treorchy

who celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary on January 1.

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday to Shirley Ashton of Illtyd Street, Treorchy

who celebrates her birthday on December 29.

“Happy Birthday, Mam”

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

 

Birthday greetings are sent to Leanne Guy of Prospect Place, Treorchy

who will be 19 on December 29.

*  *  *

XMAS BIRTHDAY

Best wishes to Alan Toghill of Porth, who celebrates his birthday on Christmas Day.

*  *  *

50TH BIRTHDAY 

Special happy birthday greetings are sent to Barry Sullivan of Tallis Street, Cwmparc,

who celebrated his 50th birthday on December 22.

*  *  *

NEW DRIVER

Congratulations to Nikki Monaghan of High Street, Treorchy,

on passing her driving test on December 19.

*  *  *

RETIRING

 

Best wishes to Brenda Davies who retires as caretaker

in Treherbert Youth Centre on December 19

 after 20 years service.

*  *  *

DIAMOND WEDDING

Congratulations to Dilys and Raymond Lloyd of Stuart Street, Treorchy,

who will be celebrating their 60th Wedding Anniversary on December 18.

*  *  *

18TH BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday wishes are also sent to Jessica Richards of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating her 18th birthday on December 16.

“Have a lovely birthday in New York, Jessica!”

*  *  *

ENGAGEMENT NOTICE

Congratulations to Sarah Louise Evans of Ystrad Road, Ystrad

and Rhys John of Regent Street, Treorchy,

who celebrated their engagement on December 15, 2008.

*  *  *

 

18TH BIRTHDAY

 

Happy 18th Birthday to Nikki Monaghan of High Street, Treorchy

for December 7

with love

mam, dad & Chris

*  *  *

18TH BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings are sent to Joel Bishop of Colum Street, Treorchy

who celebrated his 18th birthday on December 4.

love mam, Steve & Gabrielle and family

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

Happy Birthday Bampi - Morgan Hinder of Ton Pentre

on December 1st

All our love

Stephen and Hollie

xxxxxxx

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

Happy Birthday Daddy - Sean Wiggins of Ton Pentre

 on November 27th

All our love

Stephen and Hollie

xxxxxxx

*  *  *

80TH BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday wishes to Tom Jenkins of Woodland Terrace, Treorchy

 who will be celebrating his 80th birthday on November 27.

*  *  *

GREETINGS

Belated birthday greetings to Chris Hall of Park Road, Cwmparc,

who was 60 on Nov 25.

lots of love from Cath and Nathan.

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes are sent to Kyle Jarman of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating his 24th birthday on November 24.

*  *  *

BABY GIRL

Congratulations to Emily & Jeffrey, of High Street, Treorchy,

on the birth of their first child, a beautiful baby daughter Evie,

who weighed in at 4lbs 4oz on November 19.

Proud first-time grandparents are Beverly James of High Street, Treorchy,

together with Janette & Graham Rowley of Ynyswen Road, Ynyswen.

Evie is also a lovely first great-grandchild for Margaret & Ronnie James of Brynhyfryd Street, Ynyswen.

*  *  *

BIRTHDAYS

Happy birthday greetings are also sent to Helen John of Glyncoli Road, Treorchy

who celebrated on November 14,

and also to her son Chris John who celebrates his 20th birthday on November 21.

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes are sent to Felicity Davies of Tyntyla Road, Ystrad,

formerly of Dumfries St, Treorchy,

who celebrates her birthday on November 19.

*  *  *

BABY GIRL

Congratulations to Jessica Hughes and James Fisher of Elizabeth Street, Pentre,

on the birth of their first child,

a beautiful baby daughter, Grace, on November 18.

Grace weighed in at 7lb 9oz and her proud first time grandparents are

Marilyn and David Hughes of Crawshay Street, Ton Pentre,

together with Lyn and Gareth Fisher of Charles Street, Clydach Vale.

Great grandparents are Fay and Brian Davies of Rhys Street, Gelli

along with Sheila and Cam Sheppard of Clydach

and Trefor Hughes of Bailey Street, Ton Pentre.

Baby Grace’s arrival also makes a first time auntie of Emily Fisher of Clydach.

Congratulations all round.

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

 

Birthday wishes are sent to Debbie Rees of Treorchy for November 17th.

 

Have a great day.

 

All our love from Dean / Gemma / Daniel &  Dale xxxxx.

 

*  *  *

Happy Birthday to Debbie Rees of Heol Orchwy, Treorchy

 on November 17th

 love from mam & Dad

*  *  *

50th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings are sent to Lynda Skym (nee Hopes) of Ton Pentre,

formerly of Dumfries St, Treorchy,

who celebrated her 50th birthday on November 15.

“Remember 6-5 special, Lynda!”

*  *  *

 

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Gareth Richards of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating his 22nd birthday on November 13.

*  *  *

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday greetings to Paula Fisher of Fforch Close, Treorchy

who will be 22 on November 13.

*  *  *

90th BIRTHDAY

Many congratulations and happy birthday greetings are sent to Eiluned McMahon of Treorchy,

 who celebrates her 90th birthday on November 6.

Eileen is chairlady of Ynyswen OAP Group and is sent all good wishes from her friends and family.

*  *  *

70TH BIRTHDAY

Special belated birthday greetings are sent to Marilyn Manchipp of Tylecoch Place, Treorchy

who celebrated her 70th birthday on November 5.

*  *  *

70TH BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday greetings are sent to Michael Rees of Glynrhondda Street, Treorchy

who celebrated his 70th birthday on October 26.

*  *  *

 

BABY GIRL JOY IN TALLIS STREET, CWMPARC

"Thank you Lisa for our beautiful baby daughter Aisa Amelia,

born on 24th October 2008, weighing 7lbs."

 

All our love

Shaun, Kian, Summer

and family.

*  *  *

 

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes also to Andrew Knape of Mill Street, Tonyrefail,

who celebrated his 33rd birthday on October 20.

*  *  *

ANNIVERSARY

Congratulations, love and best wishes are sent to Shirley and Bill Ashton of Illtyd Street, Treorchy

who celebrated their 52nd Wedding Anniversary on October 20.

*  *  *

ANNIVERSARY

Congratulations to Dean and Debbie Powell of Heol Orchwy, Treorchy

who celebrated their wedding anniversary on October 14.

*  *  *

18th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday wishes to Lauren Davies of King Street, Gelli,

who celebrates her 18th birthday on October 12.

lots of love from mammo and daddo Evans

*  *  *

 

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday greetings to Shirley Bebb of Parry Street, Ton Pentre,

who celebrates her birthday on October 14.

*  *  *

40th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday wishes to Natalie White of Prospect Place, Treorchy

who celebrates her 40th birthday on October 12.

*  *  *

SILVER WEDDING

Congratulations and a Happy 25th Anniversary ( 9th October 1983) to

Ian "Gibbo" and Alison Jones

of Tynybedw Close, Treorchy

 from all your friends and thanks for a lovely evening.

*  *  *

BABY GIRL

Congratulations and lots of love to Joanne and Geraint Jones of Ton Pentre,

on the birth of their beautiful baby daughter Taia,

who made her appearance on October 8.

Taia weighed in at 7lbs 12 oz and is a lovely little sister for James, Craig and Finley,

and a lovely grandaughter for Lynnwen & Ceri Lewis of Tallis St, Cwmparc,

together with Stan & Val Jones of Heol Orchwy, Treorchy.

*  *  *

40th BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday greetings to Rosalind Simcox of Bute Street, Treorchy

 who celebrated her 40th birthday on September 30.

lots of love from Breanna, mammy, daddy & Nigel

and all your family & friends

*  *  *

 

THANKS

Diane, Cath and Rhian would like to thank

all the loyal friends and customers of the Cardiff Arms Hotel, Treorchy

for their company and custom over the last 26 years.

In addition they would like to wish the new management every success with the pub in the future.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Clive Chapman of Glynrhondda Street, Treorchy

who celebrates his birthday on September 30.

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SILVER WEDDING

Congratulations to Janet and Ian Evans of Ystrad Road, Ystrad,

who celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on September 29.

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WEDDING

Congratulations to Natalie Hurley and Paul White of Prospect Place, Treorchy

who were married on Saturday, September 27 at Pontypridd Registry Office.

The wedding reception was held at Treorchy Rugby Club

and the happy couple are sent much love and every good wish for the future.

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 BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Mandy Rowe of Clark Street, Treorchy

who celebrates her birthday on September 26.

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FIREFIGHTER

Many congratulations are sent to Karl Ingram of Treorchy Fire Station,

on receiving his 20 year good conduct and long service medal on September 25,

at Cardiff Gate Training and Development Centre.

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RETIREMENT

All the customers of the Cardiff Arms Hotel, Treorchy, wish Diane happiness and good health in her retirement.

Diane has been the landlady of the Cardiff Arms for 26 years and is leaving to have a well earned rest. 

She will be missed behind the bar and her excellent curry will be missed even more! 

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17th BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes also to Mia Jones of Woodland Vale, Treorchy

who will be celebrating her 17th birthday on September 22,

and congratulations also to Mia for her GCSE results.

love from your proud parents and grandparents

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GREETINGS

Happy birthday wishes are sent to Philip Rowe of Clark Street, Treorchy

who celebrates his birthday on September 19.

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BABY BOY

Congratulations are sent to Pru and Clive Franks of Woodland Vale, Treorchy

on the birth of their first great grandchild, a beautiful baby boy.

Oliver made his appearance on September 18 and weighed in at a lovely 7lbs 5oz.

Proud parents are their grandson Jamie and Kate Franks of West Malling, Kent.

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70th BIRTHDAY

Special birthday greetings are sent to Sylvia Ayres of Bryn Rhodfa, Treorchy

who celebrated her 70th birthday on September 18.

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GREETINGS

Happy birthday wishes are sent to Rhian Evans of Ystrad Road, Ystrad,

who celebrated her 22nd birthday on September 17.

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WEDDING

Best wishes to Jolene and Julian of Dumfries Street, Treorchy,

who were married at St Peter’s Church on Saturday, September 13.

The wedding reception was held at Tynewydd Hotel, Hirwaun

and the happy couple spent their honeymoon in Cypress.

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JUST WED - AT LAST

Congratulations, love and best wishes are sent to Phil and Karen Williams of Tynybedw Street,

who were married on August 25, after 22 years together.

They were married at Bethlehem Chapel, Treorchy and honeymooned in Benidorm.

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AUDITION

Good luck wishes are sent to Lee Reynolds of Stanley Court, Cwmparc,

who will be auditioning on September 25

for a place on a future edition of the ‘Don’t Forget the Lyrics’ television show,

which is screened on the Sky One channel and hosted by Shane Ritchie.

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BIRTHDAY

 Happy birthday wishes to Stuart Knape,

who celebrates his 29th birthday on September 8.

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70th BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday greetings to Ceri Rees of Clarence Street, Ton Pentre,

who celebrates his 70th birthday on September 6.

Ceri taught at Parc Primary School in Cwmparc before his retirement,

and is sent many congratulations from family and friends.

"All our love from Mavis, Karen, Alan, Adam & Alys x x x"

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OFF TO UNI

Congratulations to Samantha Hughes of Senghenydd Street, Treorchy

on her excellent A level results.

Samantha will be attending Aberystwyth University to study Law

for the next four years, which will include a year abroad.

"Well Done and Good Luck for your future - you deserve it."

Love from mam, dad & Carwyn.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday greetings to Julian Southway of Dumfries Street, Treorchy

who celebrates his 35th birthday on September 5.

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BIRTHDAY

"Happy Birthday Grandad - Roy Wiggins - on September 2nd".

Have a Great Day!

all our love

Matthew, Nathan, Stephen & Hollie xxxxxxx

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APPOINTED

Congratulations to Gareth Evans of Ty Bethania, Herbert Street, Treorchy,

who has been appointed to serve as a co-opted member

of the Pontypridd and Rhondda Community Health Council

from September 1.

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NEW DRIVER

Congratulations to Emma Young of Pencai Terrace, Treorchy

on passing her driving test - at last !

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RESULTS  

Congratulations to ALEX POWELL of Co-operative Street, Ton Pentre

on obtaining 14 GCSES A-C grades.

WELL DONE ALEX.

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18TH BIRTHDAY

Special happy birthday wishes to Nathan Jones of Windsor Street, Treorchy

who will be celebrating his 18th birthday on August 29.

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PEARL WEDDING

Congratulations to Lynne and Neil Hutchings of Gordon Street, Ton Pentre,

who are celebrating their 30th Wedding Anniversary on August 28.

love and best wishes from their family & friends

* * *

BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday wishes to Michael Griffith Foxhall of Park Road, Cwmparc,

who will be celebrating his 19th birthday on August 23.

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OFF TO UNI

Congratulations are sent to Jayne Price of Cemetery Road on her A Level results.

Jayne will be attending Cardiff University to study Welsh.

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BIRTHDAY

Happy birthday greetings are sent to Elwyn Samuel of Dyfodwg Street, Treorchy

who celebrated his birthday on August 18.

"Happy Birthday, Dad Treorchy!"

lots of love from Sophie and Cara.

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OFF TO UNI

Congratulations to Liann Guy of Prospect Place on her A Level results.

Liann will be attending Aberystwyth University to study Spanish and French,

for a four-year course which will include a year abroad.

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RESULTS

Congratulations are sent to Rachel Gough of Maindy Crescent, on attaining five A levels at grade A.

Rachel will now be going on to attend Exeter University, where she will be reading English.

Congratulations also to Rachel’s sister Hannah Gough,

who has sat her AS level in Welsh one year early, and has achieved a B grade.

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THANKS

Karen would like to thank everyone who joined her celebrating her 50th birthday (July 21)

and helped make it an enjoyable time and not a painful event.

It was a great night in Treorchy Rugby and everyone entered into the 70's spirit,

and apparently the fancy dress shops were cleared of hippy costumes.

Special thanks to those friends who travelled from as far away as

Nottingham, Fishguard and Yorkshire. 

Thanks also for the numerous cards and presents received.

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70th BIRTHDAY GREETINGS

Special happy birthday greetings to Barbel Knispel of Witzenhausen, Germany,

who celebrated her 70th birthday on August 16.

From Marilyn, Bill and family in Treorchy.

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BIRTHDAY

Belated greetings are sent to Brian Davies of Vicarage Terrace, Cwmparc,

who turned 73 on August 16.

Love from your wife Pat and all the family.

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RUBY WEDDING

Congratulations to David and Pauline Rees of Treorchy

who celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary on August 10.

with lots of love from

Emma and Phillip

and your grandchildren

Lewis, Matthew and Joshua.

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50TH BIRTHDAYS

Special birthday greetings to Susan Reynolds (nee Hughes) of Cemetery Road, Treorchy

who celebrated her 50th birthday on August 12.

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Special greetings also to Joy Bishop (nee Lewis) of Conway Road, Cwmparc

who also celebrated her 50th birthday on August 12.

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GREETINGS

Special happy birthday greetings are sent to David Oliver of Brynhyfryd Street, Ynyswen.

David celebrates his 70th birthday on August 2.

with lots of love from all the family.

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