The Pine Marten has recently been seen in England and Wales again after almost 15 years.

In some areas, such as Snowdonia and Aberystwyth, this is the first time they have been sighted for 50 years.

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The semi-finals will be held at Aberystwyth Arts Centre from February 20 to 22.

For free tickets, call 029 2022 3456.

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Arriva Trains Wales recently announced its intention to consider introducing a direct service between Aberystwyth and London Marylebone in the near future.

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Aberystwyth has been chosen as a base for mountain cyclists to train for the London Olympics.

The area has four internationally-recognised mountain biking trails within 30k of the town.

The University's Department of Sport and Exercise Science boasts cutting- edge facilities including an environmental chamber, allowing the cyclists to train in a variety of hot, cold and humid conditions.

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The Urdd Eisteddfod coming to National Trust land near Aberaeron in 2010.

Eleven sites were considered for the week-long festival but the organisers have decided on the Llanerchaeron site.

Eisteddfod director Aled Siôn said: “The Urdd is very fortunate and proud that so many areas showed an interest and that numerous excellent sites were available to us. But, after careful consideration and consultation with various authorities, it was the view of the site committee and the executive, that Llanerchaeron was the preferred choice.

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