THE latest community news from Llanidloes.

Idloes Seniors

IDLOES Seniors has announced that it is having to close operations forthwith. This is due to a big drop in the number of members, and the number of members attending meetings has dropped considerably.The main consideration, however, is the inability to find anyone to replace the chairman, Charles Stephens, and the secretary, Alan Crisp, who are both retiring due to ill-health. Their retirement was announced at the AGM in May but, unfortunately, no-one has come forward.The chairman would like to thank all those who have helped in any way, setting up the room,providing tea and biscuits after the meeting and providing raffle prizes each month. Special thanks are extended to all the speakers who turned up each month without charge, to entertain.Rotary THE Rotary Club enjoyed an informative speech at their last meeting from fellow Rotarian and assistant district governor, Peter McCready. The speech was an interesting insight to the world of business continuity and the devastating reality large businesses can face from natural disasters and acts of terrorism. Peter works as part of a global team who advise companies on strategic plans to ensure their data is secure if the worst was to happen. The club could relate to Peter’s topic and many Rotarians voiced personal stories at the end of the presentation. Peter was thanked by the club and many remarked that they now understood why he spent so much time abroad. If you would like to be at the next speakers evening, then contact one of your local Rotarians or message them via their Facebook page. To find out more visit www.llanid-loes.rotary1180.org or follow the club on their Facebook page ‘Llanidloes Rotary’.

Award received

GLYN Davies MP recently presented an award which was given from Birmingham children’s hospital to Woosnam & Davies News.The award was for recognition for their long-standing support and generous donations given over 15 years. Trudy Davies said the award was a total surprise and it’s only through the great local support of customers that they have been able to support the hospital over this many years.

ON Christmas Eve at 5pm there will be a Crib Service for all the family.On Christmas Morning at 10am there will be United Family Communion and Carols.

Pendyrus Male Choir

THE Pendyrus Male choir will be entertaining Llanidloes in March, thanks to The Rotary Club who have again organised what promises to be a very entertaining evening. The event will be held on Saturday, 18 March, at China Street Chapel with all proceeds in aid good causes. Choir tickets available from Woosnam & Davies News or Rotary members.

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