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Ring found in north Pembrokeshire field declared treasure
A bronze age gold lock ring found in a north Pembrokeshire field was officially declared treasure by Pembrokeshire Coroner, Mark Layton, today (Thursday). The ring, the first to be found in south and west Wales, was discovered in March 2009 by Trystan
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Pembrokeshire Council Tax remains lowest in Wales
Pembrokeshire’s council tax remains the lowest in Wales following a 3.4% rise in 2010/2011. The Band D tax has been set at £687.96 – around £240 less than the Welsh average, and £500 a year less than the most expensive. Pembrokeshire
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Shipwright died following Milford Haven Docks asbestos exposure
A shipwright who had worked alongside an asbestos mixing operation at Milford Haven Docks in the 1940s, died of asbestosis in his 80s, an inquest heard today (Thursday). Glanvyl John Jones worked at the docks on leaving school. Although he
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The mystery of statistics
Dear Editor The fact that Simon Hart believes his canvassing leaflet to be ‘150% clear’ more than adequately indicates how seriously we should take the other statistics contained within it. Garry Thomas Cri’r Gylfinir Lawrenny Kilgetty.
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De Valence set to sizzle in battle of the sexes
We may be experiencing another cold snap, but the De Valence is red-hot this week with two sizzling nights of entertainment. Billed as ‘the battle of the sexes’, these two entirely different nights of fresh new talent feature a twist on an
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Neyland man left worrying message before death
A man who hanged himself in his room at the Lawrenny Castle Hotel in Neyland had suffered from mental health problems an inquest heard today (Thursday). Mark Raymond Saunders had lived with his parents for most of his life. Over the three years
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Bedwas move into last eight
Narberth 14 Bedwas 28 Bedwas gained their expected entry into the last eight of the Swalec Cup as they proved too strong overall for Narberth. The Otters battled until the final whistle, but failed to make an impression at key times when Bedwas
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Wizards cast spell over Camrose to march into semis
Camrose 0 Merlins Bridge 2 Merlins Bridge scored a goal in each half to overcome second division rivals Camrose to march in to the semi final. The Wizards broke the deadlock in the 20th minute, a quick counter attack led to striker
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Hundleton’s fantastic cup journey at an end
Pennar Robins 6 Hundleton 3 Hundleton's superb Senior Cup journey came to end as they lost in a nine-goal thriller against derby rivals Pennar Robins at Bush Camp. The division two outfit came to Bush Camp after defeating cup holders Hakin United
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Delighted Dai is spot-on for Bluebirds
Solva 1 Haverfordwest County 1 (Haverfordwest County won 5-4 on penalties) David Rees’ crucial sudden-death penalty ensured Haverfordwest County defeated Solva at Maes-y-Mor to move into the semi final. This cup-tie was keenly contested and finished
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Super keeper Carl is Goodwick’s cup hero
Tenby 3 Goodwick United 3 (Goodwick won 4-2 on penalties) Goodwick United progressed into the semi final after winning a thrilling quarter final clash on penalties. The score was 2-2 after full time and 3-3 after extra time, before Goodwick’s Carl
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Over-60s to benefit from boiler scrappage scheme
It was recently announced that people in Wales aged 60 or over are set to benefit from a new boiler scrappage scheme. The new £2.5m scheme, targeted at those more vulnerable to fuel poverty, will come into force on 1 April this year and eligible applicants
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Saturday’s rugby round up
Swalec Bowl Pembroke’s hopes of making the quarter finals of the Swalec Bowl were ruined by a disappointing first half against Trebanos. Centre Gareth Hopkins and his namesake at hooker Rhys scored first half tries for the division 5 side, while fly
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Learn how to sow and grow with Transition Bro Gwaun
For a chance to find out how to make your garden grow, pop down to St Mary's Hall, Fishguard, tonight (Thursday). Transition Bro Gwaun will be holding a Sowing and Growing event at 7.30pm to provide both new and experienced gardeners with the opportunity
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Pembrokeshire County Council to determine council tax levels
The way that £197m is spent in Pembrokeshire will be debated today. Pembrokeshire County Council members will vote on the budget for 2010/2011 which includes the level of council tax and the cost of council house rents. The budget
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Draws galore but Kilgetty beat bottom-of-the-table Monkton Swifts
There were four division one clashes on Saturday and three of them ended in a draw. Hakin United travelled to Jesse Road to face Narberth. The Vikings led 2-1 at half time, but salvaged a 4-4 draw with the last kick of the match. Paul Jones scored from
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David's in the running for leaders’ award
A Pembrokeshire businessman is among the finalists for awards which celebrate Welsh leadership. David Jones of Narberth, who is managing director at Princes Gate Spring Water, is one of the three finalists in the category for businesses with
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Council faces quiz over Bluestone deal
Councillors are to ask a series of questions about Pembrokeshire County Council’s dealings with the companies behind the Bluestone holiday village. Today's (Thursday) full county council meeting features seven questions about the council’s controversial
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Tenby's daffodil festival is blooming marvellous
Thousands of traditional Welsh blooms will be decorating Tenby's St Johns Church over the next few days for the annual Daffodil Festival. The festival opens today (Thursday) and closes on St David's Day (Monday), with the church open between 10am and
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Biogas seminar tonight
A seminar to discuss the topic ‘Is Biogas/ Anaerobic digestion viable on farm?’ has been organised by Planed. It will be held tonight (Thursday) at 7.45pm at Nantyffin, Llandissilio. Aled Roberts of ADAS will examine the processes involved with anaerobic
