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Chocolate Hair Salon

For those wondering, the name “Chocolate” has a historical connection: the salon was originally situated on the corner of Market Street, in the premises of an old sweet shop. I’d often wondered where the name came from so I was pleased that Lucia, Chocolate’s owner, agreed to be interviewed for our “Business Focus” series. Lucia … more…

Interview with Owen Thomas

Owen is Head of Performing Arts at Y Pant School in Pontyclun and an established playwright who lives in Tongwynlais. Which came first, teaching or writing? Writing, as I have enjoyed it since childhood. My earliest influence was Dave Cooke, my primary school Headmaster who wrote plays for the radio in his spare time and … more…