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Benefits households in Wales can claim in winter to help with their energy bills
The weather has already begun to get colder as we edge closer to winter with more and more households starting to turn their their heating on to keep them warm. But with the cost of living and energy bills continuing to rise it can be hard to
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Wrexham MP Sarah Atherton blasts council for 'insulting' Armistice Day service shun
WREXHAM MP Sarah Atherton has blasted the council for "overt politicisation" after she wasn't formerly invited to the Armistice Day service. Mrs Atherton has publicised a letter she sent to Wrexham Council's chief executive Ian Bancroft following
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Rural Wrexham 'overlooked' in 5-year plan, says councillor
A WREXHAM councillor has criticised the authority’s five-year plan for being too focused on the city centre. At this month’s meeting of the council’s executive board, leader Esclusham Cllr Mark Pritchard (Ind) unveiled the draft five-year plan
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New chief executive of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board appointed
A NEW chief executive of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) has been appointed. Carol Shillabeer has been in the post as interim chief executive since May 2023. She will formally take on the substantive early in the New Year.
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Welcome to Wrexham to return for third series, club confirm
WREXHAM AFC has confirmed that the club's hit docu-series Welcome to Wrexham will return for a third season. The popular documentary has detailed the highs and lows of the Reds since Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's Hollywood takeover.
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Wrexham Wetherspoons recognised in annual awards
A WREXHAM pub has won acclaim for the quality and standards of its toilets – in the Loo of the Year Awards 2023. The Elihu Yale in Regent Street has been awarded a platinum rating by inspectors. It joins fellow Wetherspoons The Central Hotel
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Council urges people not fly-tip as bins pile up outside Flintshire flats
AROUND 150 bags of rubbish and other items have been piling up outside a block of flats in Flintshire. An image shared on social media by Connah's Quay councillor Dave Richardson on Monday shows waste piling up in the Cedar Court area of the town
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READERS who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £6 for 6 months or 50% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read our news site online, as subscribers
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Officer left with swollen eye after colleagues 'fail to restrain' aggressive inmate
A PRISON officer was left with a swollen eye after being attacked by an inmate, a court heard. Adam Reed, who gave his address as HMP Parc in Bridgend, appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court via video link from the prison on Tuesday morning.
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Wrexham man jailed for 'persistent' harassment against former long-term partner
A WREXHAM man has been jailed following a campaign of harassment against a former long-term partner. David Laing, 38, of Hamden Way in Acrefair appeared before Mold Crown Court on Tuesday, November 14. He was previously convicted of one count
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Shoplifter stole because he 'had no money' after being released from custody
A man stole from two city centre stores because he had been released from custody and found himself with no money, a court heard. John Hayden, of no fixed abode, was produced in custody at Wrexham Magistrates Court on Tuesday morning. The 29
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Vacant units could be demolished by Flintshire Council
FLINTSHIRE Council could demolish business units it owns to save money and potentially sell the land in future. The authority’s corporate resources scrutiny committee meets this week to discuss the council’s capital programme for 2024/25 to 2026
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Wrexham businesses in the spotlight for 'shop local' roadshow
THE importance of supporting small businesses was driven home, when entrepreneurs across Wrexham were spotlighted by the national Small Business Saturday roadshow. With an aim to support small businesses facing persistent economic challenges, The
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Maisie is looking for a 'forever foster' home to help with her needs, can you help?
A Flintshire dog rescue is appealing for a ‘forever foster’ home for a seven-year-old puggle needing medical treatment. Maisie is a resident at Almost Home Dog Rescue in Mold having been an unclaimed stray at the pound, something the rescue described
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Welsh Government cuts speed limit on busy Llangollen road to 'improve road safety'
A BUSY north Wales road has seen its speed limit reduced following safety concerns. The Welsh Government says it has cut the speed limit on the road between Llangollen and the village of Berwyn to create a 20mph 'buffer'. The traffic regulation
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Wrexham firm backs free football equipment offer across Wales
A WREXHAM-based sports equipment retailer has extended its partnership with the Football Association of Wales, offering a helping hand to grassroots football clubs across Wales. The partnership with Net World Sports, which offers a £100 FORZA Football
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Flintshire florist wins best in North Wales title
A FLINTSHIRE florist is celebrating again after winning for the second time at a national awards. Vivaldi Flowers Buckley, has won the Best Florist for the North in the Welsh National Wedding Awards, for the second year in a row. The awards
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This is what can happen to your body when you quit smoking and start vaping
Although vaping has been an alternative to smoking cigarettes for a few years, it’s not been around long enough for scientists to know the “long-term effects.” Many will have switched to e-cigarettes to avoid inhaling tobacco which can be the cause
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'It is clear that the UK Government wants to invest in Wrexham'
By Sarah Atherton MP for Wrexham For myself and thousands of veterans, service personnel, and service families, the month of November is particularly poignant for us all in Wrexham. This time allows servicemen, women, veterans, and their families
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Chester boss McIntyre looks forward to 'massive' FA Cup replay at York
CALUM MCINTYRE is looking for an improvement from his Chester players in tonight’s huge clash. The Blues, who suffered a 3-2 National League North loss at Darlington over the weekend, head to National League York City in an FA Cup first round replay
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McDonald's among latest Flintshire sites given hygiene rating
A MCDONALD'S branch is among the latest sites in Flintshire to have been given a hygiene rating. The food hygiene rating scheme gives businesses in England and Wales a rating of 0-5, 5 being the highest, based on their hygiene standards. The
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Deeside Dragons make it eight triumphs in a row despite not being at their best
DEESIDE DRAGONS made it eight wins on the bounce with a 4-1 victory over Hull Jets but Andy McKinney admits they didn’t play well. The victory moved Dragons into second place in North Division One and they are now just four points behind leaders
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Plenty for North Wales Crusaders to look forward to in 2024 campaign
CARL FORSTER will take his North Wales Crusaders team to one of his former sides when preparations for the 2024 League 1 season gather pace. Barrow Raiders will welcome the Crusaders to the Matt Johnson Prestige Stadium for a pre-season friendly
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Deeside bolster their roster with signing of Jakub
DEESIDE DRAGONS have bolstered their squad for the push towards NIHL Division One North glory. The club has added Czech forward Jakub Hajek to its roster for the current season. Head coach Mike Clancy told the club’s website: “We are delighted
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North Wales Chief Constable congratulated after first year in post
THE Chief Constable of North Wales Police has been congratulated after her first 12 months in the post. Having said goodbye to Gwent Police as Deputy Chief Constable in October, CC Blakeman joined North Wales Police as the Chief Constable on October
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I'm A Celebrity 2023 line up confirmed from Josie Gibson to Nigel Farage
ITV has officially confirmed the ten celebrities who will be taking part in the 2023 edition of I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! It comes after rumoured lineups saw much of the British public excited for the return of the popular reality TV
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The changes PM Rishi Sunak has made to the Cabinet amid Braverman sacking
Prime Minster Rishi Sunak had a busy day after a complete cabinet reshuffle following the sacking of former Health Secretary Suella Braverman. Braverman's sudden exit came following her comments towards London's Metropolitan Police Chiefs, accusing
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Reds star's support for children's hospices' fundraiser
A LANDMARK 36-hour fundraising marathon will launch at the weekend to raise £550,000 and fund all end of life care at a children's hospice for 2024. The Final Moments Matter campaign takes place on Sunday, November 19 and Monday, November 20, with
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Natural Resources Wales issue flood alert across parts of Wrexham
A FLOOD alert is in place across parts of Wrexham today (November 14). Natural Resources Wales has confirmed that the flood alert is in place for areas around the River Dee from Llangollen to Trevalyn Meadows. The alert comes following Storm
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Meet the Flintshire tennis coach serving sessions to care homes across north Wales
A Flintshire tennis coach has been serving coaching sessions to three care home across north Wales. Mike Herd, from Mold, has taken his equipment and his coaching knowledge into three care homes to over 28 residents, one of which is 107 years old
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Wrexham AFC star Ben Tozer has been fantastic on and off the pitch says Ollie Palmer
OLLIE PALMER praised Ben Tozer for the way he has conducted himself on and off the pitch during a difficult time for Wrexham's club captain. Tozer had started every league game since arriving at The Racecourse from Cheltenham Town in August 2021
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Wrexham AFC manager Phil Parkinson is impressed with goalkeeper Luke McNicholas
ARTHUR OKONKWO is Wrexham's first choice goalkeeper but Phil Parkinson feels Luke McNicholas has shown he is ready to step in if required. Okonkwo, brought in on a season-long loan from Premier League giants Arsenal, took over between the posts
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Plans submitted to demolish former Co-op store in Flintshire
A PLANNING application has been submitted to demolish a former Co-op store in Flintshire. The proposal is to flatten the derelict building in Connah's Quay - which Lidl plans to build a supermarket on. Last year, the supermarket giant was
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Wrexham AFC are reaping the rewards of having a strong squad says Phil Parkinson
PHIL PARKINSON says his squad will be needed more than ever with Wrexham still going strong on three fronts. Saturday's 2-0 win against Gillingham at The Racecourse extended the unbeaten run to 11 games in all competitions and took the Reds up
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Have your say on transport hub proposals for Wrexham General Station
The public is asked to share views on a possible transformation of the area around Wrexham General Station into a transport hub. Transport for Wales (TfW) is working alongside Wrexham Council, Welsh Government, Wrexham University and wider partners