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CARMARTHENSHIRE NEWS • EDITION 10 NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 2012 New cycle route is ‘wheely’ good


HUNDREDS of people are now daily negotiating a much improved traffic free link in Carmarthen that was previously only used by a few. The Morfa Farm link has been


completely made over to provide better walking and cycling links between Carmarthen Town Centre and Johnstown. It was uneven, dark and overgrown


and children were deterred from using the shortcut to town. Now funding accessed by council transport teams from the Welsh Government Regional Transport Plan and Sustainable Travel Centres Funds has changed views. Improvement works have created


more than a mile of a continuous safe, level and lit off-road which significantly cuts journey times on the traffic free link. It removes the need to negotiate the steep Picton Hill stretch of footway which caused problems for some older people and


WHEELY GREAT: Towy Riders with their coach Carwyn Jones riding on the on the Towy Link are from left Ella Barnwell, Heledd Hunt, Charlie Barnwell and Garan Jones.


those who were mobility impaired. Where there were single figures


using the lane daily, now thousands use it weekly including the Towy


Riders. Council transport teams acquired 16 new bikes from sustainable travel centre funding for the Towy Riders in recognition of


their work to develop riding amongst young people.


9 Look your best


WINTER weather brings the perfect excuse to nourish skin and keep it protected from the cold. Coleg Sir Gâr’s beauty salon in


Carmarthen is hosting a number of events starting just before Christmas which include spray tans, skincare launches, a New Year refresher and Valentine’s massage as well as treatments to start the spring season. Events kick-off with a Dermalogica


Launch Evening on December 4 which includes face mapping, skin bar, free goodie bag, skin touch therapies and facial treatments for just £10. On December 18, in readiness for the party season, a spray tanning event is planned from 5pm to 8pm. Give your skin a radiant boost topped off with a glass of bubbly for just £8. Sessions are also available during the day for the public but booking is essential. To book or request a list of hair and beauty treatments for the Carmarthen salon, please ring 01554 748068 or email jemma.parsons@colegsirgar.ac.uk


Bumper Christmas for revamped Ammanford town centre AMMANFORD’S transformed


Quay Street is open for business well ahead of Christmas. The regeneration scheme ensures


that what is Ammanford’s busy shopping street has plenty to offer. Whether it’s the Sunday joint or


shoppers looking for gift and present ideas,


the street provides a


comprehensive mix of national and individual independent shops with plenty of choice for everyday purchases, Christmas and special occasion gifts, something for all the family. The landscaping and tree planting


provides a modern uncluttered street designed to meet the expectations of Ammanford traders and shoppers. The scheme has created a modern and ambient environment with more seating and green landscaping giving the street an attractive and relaxed new identity. Police will use new CCTV cameras


that cover the pedestrianised street to keep the area safe, with the further enforcement of traffic regulations.


A RANGE of events and promotions are planned for Ammanford to show off all that the town has to offer. They will start with the Christmas Party on November 17 which will include


the lights switch-on, a world record attempt for the largest number of elves in one place, and Santa abseiling down a building. On November 24, a marquee will be put up in Quay Street and food


demonstrations will take place during the morning. On November 30 there will be a street market Ammanford town centre, future events and activities will also be promoted


through the successful Discover Carmarthenshire website with the development of new pages and special offers.


Did You


Know? You can put dog mess in any public litter bin not just those specifically for dog mess – just remember to please double bag it!


The county council is calling on traders and members of the public to help ensure that pedestrians have a safe environment to enjoy the town centre.


said:


Council Leader Cllr Kevin Madge “I’m delighted with the


improvements made to Quay Street which is in great shape ready for the Christmas shopping period.”


For more information visit www.carmarthenshire.gov.uk


or call 01267 234567.


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