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Narrative verdict recorded into death of Tenby ex-soldier left traumatised by tour of duty in Afghanistan
AN inquest into the death of a young former soldier traumatised by a tour of duty in Afghanistan has recorded a narrative verdict. The family of Lee Jay Bonsall, 24, believe he was suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Originally
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Stylist Michelle proves she has the X Factor
CUSTOMERS at a Goodwick hair salon have been ditching the magazines in order to hear first hand celebrity gossip from their stylist. Michelle Summer-Davies of Michelle’s Salon was part of a busy team perfecting celeb hair dos for the red carpet
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Plenty in the pipeline to mark war's centenary
IDEAS on how to mark the centenary of the Great War in Fishguard and Goodwick have been discussed by town councillors.Councillor Chris John, who is leading the World War I committee, said he had a number of events in the pipeline for 2014.He said: &ldquo
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Storm warning for Pembrokeshire coast as wind, rain and high tides return
Pembrokeshire is facing the possibility of serious flooding again this weekend. Heavy rain and strong southerly winds are forecast in Pembrokeshire from Friday onwards, together with exceptionally high tides. It’s possible that the impacts
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Festive light winners announced
THE winners of Fishguard and Goodwick’s annual Christmas lights competition were announced during an evening at the Old Coach House last Wednesday night (January 29).Judging took place on December 18 by the deputy mayor, Councillor Mike Lloyd and
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Twinning association to welcome French guests
FISHGUARD and Goodwick Twinning Association will welcome a party from Brittany over the May Bank Holiday.A group made up of approximately 50 Loctudistes will be visiting the twin towns from Wednesday, April 30 to Monday, May 5.A programme of activities
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Obituaries for January 29 2014
Mrs D M Hutchinson Narberth MRS Diane Margaret Hutchinson of Garfield Gardens, Narberth, passed away on Ward 10 Withybush Hospital on December 11. She was 62. Originally from Templeton, she moved to Cowbridge at the age of 17 when she worked
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Alternative ideas for cuts
Re: Pembrokeshire County Council cuts to services. I WONDER if the local authority’s “cuts” might include those allowances/salaries which our local county councillors and higher grade officers currently earn, instead of cutting the wages of ordinary
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The end of Pembs 'born and bred'?
I CONSIDER myself very lucky and privileged to have been born in Pembrokeshire. Although I now live in Cardiff because of my job , my many friends and family who still reside there must be gutted like myself that their children and grand children
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Publicity helps raise profiles
I AM sure that Mr Scott isn’t the only one who dislikes politicians popping up in newspapers, but I think he must be alone in having such a blinkered political view point. Whether we like it or not, politicians try to get in the press. That is part
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Outrage at SCBU closure
THE Health Minister’s announcement backing plans to close Withybush Special Care Baby Unit has caused anger across the county. Western Telegraph readers have their say on the decision... KIM ROBERTS said: “I hope the people who have decided
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Crymych mum takes on top planning role
A Pembrokeshire planner is to play a key role in her profession this year.Cath Ranson was inaugurated as President of the Royal Town Planning Institute earlier this month.The mother-of-three from Crymych takes over in the Institute’s Centenary year
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Crymych soldier to act out harrowing war experiences
A RETIRED soldier from north Pembrokeshire is set to appear in a critically-acclaimed play based on a British soldier’s view of service, injury and recovery.The Two Worlds of Charlie F is about to embark on a UK theatre tour after taking the West
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Pennar pupils and mums show off creative flair
A PEMBROKESHIRE primary school has a colourful new entrance thanks to a group of pupils and their mums.Pennar Community School has been brightened up with some new mosaics and ceramics at its front entrance and in its reception.The artwork is the work
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Dvorak's fairy tale opera
THEATRE goers in Cardigan are being given the chance to see opera superstar Renee Fleming perform one of her signature roles, the title character in Antonín Dvo?ák’s Rusalka.The production will be screened live to Theatr Mwldan in
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Vote to keep council bill low
BAND D householders in Milford Haven will have to pay 36p more a year towards the running of their town council.The decision to raise the town’s precept by 1.81 per cent was made on Monday, January 20.The new annual Band D bill of £33.27 compares
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Craft group share town’s 200-year history
PEMBROKE Dock residents aged 50+ have been busy making new friends thanks to this year’s bicentenary celebrations.Pembroke Dock’s befriending craft group was formed last year by Age Concern Pembrokeshire’s West Wales Befriending Links
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Mayor and mayoress celebrate St Davids day in style
THE mayor and mayoress of Pembroke are preparing to scale new heights this St Davids Day.Adventurous duo Councillor Keith Nicholas and his wife Karen, will be abseiling down the Great Tower at Pembroke Castle in aid of charity on March 1.And as the big
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Pembroke schoolboy's memory to live on at Dezza's Cabin
THE mother of a 14-year-old boy who was found hanged at Pembroke School is setting up a service to help young people.Derek Brundrett was found in a small wooded area near the school reception by his friends at about 1.30pm on Thursday, December 12. More
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Call for Pembrokeshire County Council management to consider their positions over unlawful pension payment scandal
The leadership of Pembrokeshire County Council must consider their positions after unlawful pension opt out payments, Plaid Cymru have said this morning (Thursday). Plaid Cymru representatives for Pembrokeshire have called on the leadership of
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Silcox Coaches backs air ambulance
A PEMBROKE Dock coach company donated £420 to the Wales Air Ambulance recently.Silcox Coaches held a grand raffle during a reunion tour to the Suncliff Hotel, Bournemouth, between January 3 and 5. Four coaches carrying 200 people went on the tour.The
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Pembrokeshire County Council pension payment scheme for well-paid officers is declared unlawful
PEMBROKESHIRE County Council has paid out more than £50,000 to its chief executive and another senior officer in UNLAWFUL payments in a scheme to help them avoid pension tax liabilities, a bombshell report has said. The damning report published
