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THE BIG GIG - A non-commercial community project has been set up recently with the help of CwmNi, Treherbert.

The project known as "THE BIG GIG" is a community event in which three local bands will perform on Treherbert RFC rugby field - on SAT 29th JULY - to raise money for local charities such as the "Rhondda Disabled Riding School" and also aid the regeneration of the Rhondda Community - which is the event's primary aim.

Many business sponsors from the local area and outside have kindly agreed to sponsor the event (e.g. scaffolders making us the stage) and also Cwmni have succeeded in gaining funding from the arts council and are currently looking for Radio interest.

Bands performing are "Under the Covers" (popular covers band), "The Dave Barry Big Band" and "The Boogie Men". There will also be a beer tent and live DJ with music for all ages.

Gates open at 5pm for 6pm start.

Tickets £3.50 available from Cwmni, Bute Street Treherbert - Tel:01443 777536

and also from pubs in the Cwmni area (The Baglan up).

Please ensure all under 16s are accompanied by an adult.

REGRET TO REPORT - It is with great regret that we inform the residents of Treherbert of the passing away of Mrs Edna Williams on May 1st 2006, at the grand age of 92. Edna, formerly of 6 Carmel Street, Treherbert (Tuck Shop) had lived in Perth, Australia with son John, wife Mair and family since 1992. She will be sadly missed.

Tynewydd Author Dies - We are sad to report the death of Tynewydd resident and author Mr Roy Green. Mr Green was a popular figure in the Treherbert and district community and had many published social history books to his name. He was also a keen gardener.

The funeral service was held on Tuesday May 9th at Wesleyan Chapel at 1pm, rising at 1:30pm for 2pm at Llwydcoed Crematorium.

Our sympathy is extended to Roy's widow, Mavis.

WELSH COURSES - Short ‘Introduction To Welsh’ courses are to be held at Treherbert Methodist Chapel on Monday & Friday afternoons - 1pm to 3pm - from April 26th. Courses will also be held at Ysgol Gymraeg Brownllyn, Gelli on Monday & Wednesday evenings 7pm to 9pm, from April 24th.

The twice weekly sessions cost £20 (£10 conc.) for the course which will run for 5 weeks. Full courses will start in September. Contact Sue on 07884 361145 for details.

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