Welcome to our new weekend feature, Cowbridge round-up. Throughout the week Nub News brings you national news through a local lens and positive community stories.

Here are six stories you might have missed from Cowbridge this week…

Secondary school tutors' advice to Cowbridge students learning at home

We spoke to local tutors to find out how they can make the most of learning at home, and how their parents can help.

Cowbridge man wins £50,000 on Beat the Chasers

Cowbridge resident Michael Freebury took on the Chasers last Sunday – and won!

"We watch it at home as a family and get some of the questions right. So, I just thought I'd give it a go," he said.

Congratulations, Michael!

Covid vaccine rollout begins in Cowbridge

Cowbridge and Vale medical practice vaccinated its first patient yesterday, and care home residents across the Vale also received their first doses.

The Cowbridge GP surgery said "a very special thank you" to its first patient, who received their Covid immunisation in its trial clinic.

Local refugee group one step closer to welcoming Syrian family to Cowbridge

Local refugee group Croeso Cowbridge's application to support a Syrian refugee family to move to town was approved by the Vale of Glamorgan Council, meaning they are now awaiting approval from the Home Office.

"We do need more volunteers, because when the family arrives there will be a lot of work," said Pamela Haines.

What is life in Cowbridge's twin town Clisson like during the pandemic?

Nub News spoke to Cowbridge Twin Town Association's French counterparts to find out what life has been like across the channel over the past year.

"The population was worried and disturbed by the obligation to be cut off from the world," said Alexandra Perrodeau on behalf of the Clisson Twinning Society.

Bar 44 raises £500 for Cancer Research selling dad's pickled onions

Natalie Isaac, 44 Group director, said the support from Cowbridge customers buying their father Roger's pickled onions had been amazing.

"There was a massive waiting list, but they just couldn't peel the onions fast enough."