Green Party Leader, PODS, Barry Island 10k, Gwyl Fach Y Fro and Barry Card and Collector Con

Brookside Level Crossing, Colcot Sports Centre, Heart Health in Warm Weather and Penarth Summer Events

On the latest edition of Vale This Week from 7pm: We'll hear from the Route Director of Wales and Borders for Network Rail [https://www.facebook.com/networkrail?__cft__[0]=AZZzKL6MfRkKIgZY9zJpQb4Pz0AH1t7ywj8bs_2JHKghanSvkftKLqX4A_XqF0uXxOLqkmAAGA5M6pU6CA699ff0-LYHzLMeJ9Mf6w8fARo1miriKoxLiW5mZS_yfwEV-r7aG2lLe0664884Wx-r4fcQLjYDoZaeHZ_9eQrKvhhTiw&__tn__=-]K-R] about the recent emergency closure of the Brookside Level Crossing in Dinas Powys, including the safety risk assessments that led to the decision. The Vale of Glamorgan Council [https://www.facebook.com/valeofglamorgancouncil?__cft__[0]=AZZzKL6MfRkKIgZY9zJpQb4Pz0AH1t7ywj8bs_2JHKghanSvkftKLqX4A_XqF0uXxOLqkmAAGA5M6pU6CA699ff0-LYHzLMeJ9Mf6w8fARo1miriKoxLiW5mZS_yfwEV-r7aG2lLe0664884Wx-r4fcQLjYDoZaeHZ_9eQrKvhhTiw&__tn__=-]K-R] is currently engaging with residents over the future of the Colcot Sports Centre and Buttrills Playing Fields sites. We'll speak with Leader Lis Burnett about what they're hoping to achieve. With temperatures set to rise once again, Calon Hearts Screening & Defibrillators UK Charity [https://www.facebook.com/CalonHeartsUK?__cft__[0]=AZZzKL6MfRkKIgZY9zJpQb4Pz0AH1t7ywj8bs_2JHKghanSvkftKLqX4A_XqF0uXxOLqkmAAGA5M6pU6CA699ff0-LYHzLMeJ9Mf6w8fARo1miriKoxLiW5mZS_yfwEV-r7aG2lLe0664884Wx-r4fcQLjYDoZaeHZ_9eQrKvhhTiw&__tn__=-]K-R] has warned about the increased pressures warmer weather can put on our hearts. We'll hear from the charity's founder, Sharon Owen. We'll get an update from Spike at Beacons Cymru [https://www.facebook.com/BeaconsCymru?__cft__[0]=AZZzKL6MfRkKIgZY9zJpQb4Pz0AH1t7ywj8bs_2JHKghanSvkftKLqX4A_XqF0uXxOLqkmAAGA5M6pU6CA699ff0-LYHzLMeJ9Mf6w8fARo1miriKoxLiW5mZS_yfwEV-r7aG2lLe0664884Wx-r4fcQLjYDoZaeHZ_9eQrKvhhTiw&__tn__=-]K-R] about the Youth Music in the Park event at Belle Vue on Saturday, and some of the young talent being showcased at the event. Friends of Belle Vue Park, Penarth [https://www.facebook.com/BelleVueParkPenarth?__cft__[0]=AZZzKL6MfRkKIgZY9zJpQb4Pz0AH1t7ywj8bs_2JHKghanSvkftKLqX4A_XqF0uXxOLqkmAAGA5M6pU6CA699ff0-LYHzLMeJ9Mf6w8fARo1miriKoxLiW5mZS_yfwEV-r7aG2lLe0664884Wx-r4fcQLjYDoZaeHZ_9eQrKvhhTiw&__tn__=-]K-R] Ruby will hear from Lewis at Penarth Town Council [https://www.facebook.com/penarthtc?__cft__[0]=AZZzKL6MfRkKIgZY9zJpQb4Pz0AH1t7ywj8bs_2JHKghanSvkftKLqX4A_XqF0uXxOLqkmAAGA5M6pU6CA699ff0-LYHzLMeJ9Mf6w8fARo1miriKoxLiW5mZS_yfwEV-r7aG2lLe0664884Wx-r4fcQLjYDoZaeHZ_9eQrKvhhTiw&__tn__=-]K-R], ahead of the return of the Penarth Summer Festival at the Kymin all day Saturday, which hopes to bring everyone in the local community together.

Baruc By-Election, Holiday Safety, Everybody Moves, Bins for Boys and St Donats Chorale

On the latest edition of The Vale This Week A by-election is set to take place next week in the Baruc Ward in Barry, on the Vale of Glamorgan Council [https://www.facebook.com/valeofglamorgancouncil?__cft__[0]=AZZY5On00paySebbBWnO7LqWQ6mKRsppeZWYWJBy32BraYnjDz0bYm4_Xs1F-lBXs_osDiPo8OLo75_Wr3lpflc9OgIk2gEYJMq0SYGxfb3EjUZHFIyyj6SnXBUTigWwNF32Q9WCkgaDvNVYCvbkjrbkgXRGa8rYhBxy_0y9yj99S87qLt73VgJbQvbVjwHoh7w&__tn__=-]K-R]. We’ll sit down with four of the six candidates standing to find out more about them and their views on some of the key issues impacting residents. A dance charity in Barry has been recognised by Paralympics GB in its Everybody Moves scheme. We’ll find out more about the work of Motion Control Dance Studio [https://www.facebook.com/motioncontroldance?__cft__[0]=AZZY5On00paySebbBWnO7LqWQ6mKRsppeZWYWJBy32BraYnjDz0bYm4_Xs1F-lBXs_osDiPo8OLo75_Wr3lpflc9OgIk2gEYJMq0SYGxfb3EjUZHFIyyj6SnXBUTigWwNF32Q9WCkgaDvNVYCvbkjrbkgXRGa8rYhBxy_0y9yj99S87qLt73VgJbQvbVjwHoh7w&__tn__=-]K-R], in helping everyone have a chance to dance. Cardiff Airport [https://www.facebook.com/CardiffAirport?__cft__[0]=AZZY5On00paySebbBWnO7LqWQ6mKRsppeZWYWJBy32BraYnjDz0bYm4_Xs1F-lBXs_osDiPo8OLo75_Wr3lpflc9OgIk2gEYJMq0SYGxfb3EjUZHFIyyj6SnXBUTigWwNF32Q9WCkgaDvNVYCvbkjrbkgXRGa8rYhBxy_0y9yj99S87qLt73VgJbQvbVjwHoh7w&__tn__=-]K-R] has backed a campaign to make sure young people going abroad with friends are safe. The campaign has been led by the parents of Tom Channon, who died on a holiday to Magaluf back in 2018. Oliver will hear from them and Angelda Hewitson from Cardiff Airport about the scheme. Jasmin sits down with a Bro Radio Community Award winner, who’s launched a campaign to get his Bins for Boys scheme tied in legislation. She’ll hear from Ed Grant and more about his support group, CHILL - Cancer Help In Local Lives [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558307275648&__cft__[0]=AZZY5On00paySebbBWnO7LqWQ6mKRsppeZWYWJBy32BraYnjDz0bYm4_Xs1F-lBXs_osDiPo8OLo75_Wr3lpflc9OgIk2gEYJMq0SYGxfb3EjUZHFIyyj6SnXBUTigWwNF32Q9WCkgaDvNVYCvbkjrbkgXRGa8rYhBxy_0y9yj99S87qLt73VgJbQvbVjwHoh7w&__tn__=-]K-R] Nathan will hear more about the work of St Donat’s Chorale, ahead of its concert in Llantwit Major on Saturday.

Dinas Post Office, Vale FoodBank, Age Connects, Amelia Trust Farm & The Kings Baton

On this week's edition of the Vale This Week Nathan heads to Dinas Powys to find out about concerns about the closure of the village's last remaining post office, with one Councillor behind a petition to save the Post Office. Jasmin finds out about calls for urgent support from the Vale Foodbank [https://www.facebook.com/vale.foodbank.1?__cft__[0]=AZbUg9kGnM0rbg8ZrgWWZ2gk2hzIT_nNqZ-r9WGv8daLrS8hc_K7IQSRqGs5RaJhZjN-xJkiEjRQBfFii5P6-kYS15QuP8XksqqJjpy3S1uX-loCUJeawguSXkY4NS8S3VR72ogVx-cTCWwekT4LEL3U&__tn__=-]K-R], which has seen donations drop by 28% in the last three years. Ruby finds out more about a campaign by Amelia Trust Farm to double its donations to support its educational work with young people during Small Charity Week. Celia speaks to Age Connects Cardiff and Vale about its calls for more volunteers to support its befriending services in the Western Vale of Glamorgan. All that, plus a round-up of the week's local news, sport and events for the Vale of Glamorgan.

18 point plan for the Vale, Car Safety and avoid scams this Summer

On the latest edition of the Vale This Week: 🌊We’ll be joined by Vale of Glamorgan Council leader Lis Burnett to discuss the Council’s recent18 commitments for the year ahead, including the latest on plans for Barry Waterfront and where things stand with the former Wilkinsons Store on Holton Road. 🚗 With many of us heading on summer journeys, one organisation has warned about some of the biggest hidden road safety risks this summer, including incorrectly fitted child car seats and illegal, or dangerously worn tyres. We’ll hear from Janis James MBE from Good Egg Safety and Stuart Lovatt, Chair of TyreSafe have more. 🚓 And the warmer weather leads to an increase in rogue traders, working to scam residents - particularly the elderly. Mark and Martin from the Vale 50+ radio show on Bro Radio will talk to Debra Elwood from South Wales Police about the things to look out for. All that, plus a round-up of sport, a round-up of the week's top local news stories and what’s going on in and around the Vale of Glamorgan.

Barry Island, Volunteers Week, Aberthaw Power Station, Barry Pride & the Barry Island Food Festival

On the latest edition of the Vale this Week with Oliver Perry. Nathan speaks to Louis Ross from Barrybados [https://www.facebook.com/Barrybados?__cft__[0]=AZb4ayeHK6-w87W06J3sMCkXagBpDWnr3okc78hdnAGFG0wueST4IjHARdUpHZnecQHvFW6L1AXV9ZlHv0msFqnoaLhMXHyDo4aKIar7v7ogKoI4xWAu0Qda3SHl4lL7qXP-Ek9wU8t4u2O1zH6eeG0Od3oUejXAKDzIm9YoqEGdpABuvUbOSyyJTAbWs2llxH8&__tn__=-]K-R], who has raised concerns about safety on Barry Island following recent anti-social behaviour during the recent hot weather. Oliver will be joined by South Wales Police Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan [https://www.facebook.com/SWPCardiffVOG?__cft__[0]=AZb4ayeHK6-w87W06J3sMCkXagBpDWnr3okc78hdnAGFG0wueST4IjHARdUpHZnecQHvFW6L1AXV9ZlHv0msFqnoaLhMXHyDo4aKIar7v7ogKoI4xWAu0Qda3SHl4lL7qXP-Ek9wU8t4u2O1zH6eeG0Od3oUejXAKDzIm9YoqEGdpABuvUbOSyyJTAbWs2llxH8&__tn__=-]K-R] Inspector Huw Tyler, to talk about its work across the coastline, and their response to concerns raised by residents and visitors. This week is Volunteers Week, and we'll hear from Kris at GVolServices [https://www.facebook.com/GlamorganVoluntaryServices?__cft__[0]=AZb4ayeHK6-w87W06J3sMCkXagBpDWnr3okc78hdnAGFG0wueST4IjHARdUpHZnecQHvFW6L1AXV9ZlHv0msFqnoaLhMXHyDo4aKIar7v7ogKoI4xWAu0Qda3SHl4lL7qXP-Ek9wU8t4u2O1zH6eeG0Od3oUejXAKDzIm9YoqEGdpABuvUbOSyyJTAbWs2llxH8&__tn__=-]K-R] about the voluntary opportunities available at organisations across the county. CCR Energy, the company behind the transformation of Aberthaw Power Station into a hub for sustainable energy innovation and community development, is inviting members of the local community to be part of its Aberthaw History Campaign over a series of events which continue this weekend. With a busy weekend of events in Barry, we'll hear about what's going on at Barry Pride [https://www.facebook.com/BarryPrideWales?__cft__[0]=AZb4ayeHK6-w87W06J3sMCkXagBpDWnr3okc78hdnAGFG0wueST4IjHARdUpHZnecQHvFW6L1AXV9ZlHv0msFqnoaLhMXHyDo4aKIar7v7ogKoI4xWAu0Qda3SHl4lL7qXP-Ek9wU8t4u2O1zH6eeG0Od3oUejXAKDzIm9YoqEGdpABuvUbOSyyJTAbWs2llxH8&__tn__=-]K-R] in Central Park, and Barry Island Food Festival [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584372233399&__cft__[0]=AZb4ayeHK6-w87W06J3sMCkXagBpDWnr3okc78hdnAGFG0wueST4IjHARdUpHZnecQHvFW6L1AXV9ZlHv0msFqnoaLhMXHyDo4aKIar7v7ogKoI4xWAu0Qda3SHl4lL7qXP-Ek9wU8t4u2O1zH6eeG0Od3oUejXAKDzIm9YoqEGdpABuvUbOSyyJTAbWs2llxH8&__tn__=-]K-R] on the Promenade and Gardens. All that, plus a round-up of sport including two big departures from Barry Town United [https://www.facebook.com/BarryTownUnitedAFC?__cft__[0]=AZb4ayeHK6-w87W06J3sMCkXagBpDWnr3okc78hdnAGFG0wueST4IjHARdUpHZnecQHvFW6L1AXV9ZlHv0msFqnoaLhMXHyDo4aKIar7v7ogKoI4xWAu0Qda3SHl4lL7qXP-Ek9wU8t4u2O1zH6eeG0Od3oUejXAKDzIm9YoqEGdpABuvUbOSyyJTAbWs2llxH8&__tn__=-]K-R], a round-up of the week's top local news stories and what's going on in and around the Vale of Glamorgan