Entries by Ed1
Family Reflections on Remembrance Day
FROM RUTH DAVIES Today, as we pause to honor and remember those who fought for our freedom, I reflect on my own family’s history. My grandfather, Vernon Davies, served in World War II, and my great-grandfather, Joe Hazel Davies, fought in World War I. I am deeply grateful for the sacrifices they made and the […]
Neath Great Fair Report From Ruth Davies
Attended the Neath September Fair and had a great time browsing the market stalls and enjoying the lively fairground atmosphere. The day started beautifully sunny, but even as the skies turned grey and wet, the fun didn’t stop—it was truly an epic day out! The 2024 Neath Great Fair was officially opened by Mayor Cllr […]
Another Resolven Poet-Barry Britzman
Barry Britzman spent some of his younger years in Resolven and he has just published a book of poetry much influenced by his time in the village and the valley. BARRY’S STORY The full title of the collection is “INEXPLICABLE FRAGMENTS. Selection of Poems of Love, Life, Time & Place”. It is a personal, biographical […]
Congratulations to Councillor Neal Francis
On Wednesday 9th May I as Chair of Resolven Community Council along with my wife, Joy, I had the honour of being invited to a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace. It was an amazing experience and it was also a beautiful sunny day. We were also lucky enough to be introduced to the King where […]
Funeral Notice for Mr David Carroll
Although David had lived in Australia for many years , he had links with Resolven and worked in Rheola Market