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Remembrance, canal trip, author visit and more
As well as our regular news and photos from schools across Wrexham and Flintshire, we have a round-up of events and achievements in today's School Report. If you would like to feature anything from your school, you can share with us direct here
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Team of the week keeper Walker can score them as well as save!
RICHARD WALKER (Connah’s Quay Town): Scored and saved spot kick in thrilling North East Wales League Premier Cup shootout win. KATIE SHARP (Wrexham Women): Couldn’t have timed her 95th minute Welsh Cup winner versus Llandudno any better! VITALIY
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Coates makes the move from Hurricanes to join North Wales Crusaders
THE signings just keep on coming for the North Wales Crusaders. Joining the ranks of the Colwyn Bay-based outfit for 2024 is Dan Coates, moving from League 1 rivals Midlands Hurricanes. Coates, a 24-year-old half-back, has previously had stints
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Louisha is made up for Katie after her last gasp winner for Reds in cup
LOUISHA DORAN says she’s “made up” for Katie Sharp after her last gasp goal sealed Wrexham Women’s narrow Welsh Cup triumph over Llandudno. Sharp headed in the only goal in the 95th minute on Sunday as Steve Dale’s Reds reached the quarter-finals
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Flintshire Council looking at options to support the homeless
FLINTSHIRE Council is not looking to mix age groups in their sheltered housing schemes officers say, as the authority looks at ways to support the homeless. The council is currently grappling with a projected £2.4m overspend in its homelessness
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12 Wrexham establishments get new food hygiene rating
NEW food hygiene ratings have been awarded to a dozen Wrexham establishments - including a popular restaurant. The Food Standards Agency’s website shows that 12 places in Wrexham have had new food hygiene ratings - and it's good news for all of
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Comedian Gary Delaney reacts to 'first time in Wrexham' venue as part of tour
A MUCH-LOVED comedian has reacted to his first visit to Wrexham as part of a tour he's currently on. Gary Delaney is a razor sharp one-liner comedian, who is widely regarded as being one of the most quotable comics on the circuit. Gary was
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Top chef, graduation day and more photo memories
There are plenty of moments from the pages of the past in the Leader in today's look through the archives. They include a NEWI graduation day and much more. Hopefully you can you spot yourself or friends in our Way Back When photos, don't forget
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Public consultation launched over future of Flintshire doctor's surgery
A CONSULTATION has been launched regarding the future of a Flintshire doctor's surgery. The consultation is surrounding the future of St Mark’s Dee View Surgery, based in The Quay Health Centre in Connah's Quay. There are three options in the
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New facilities planned for Ysgol Rhostyllen
PLANS have been lodged seeking to create a new classroom, outdoor play area and car park expansion at a Wrexham Primary School. Wrexham Council’s planning department has received the proposals for Ysgol Rhostyllen on Henblas Road in the village
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Man's theft of cat deterrent device from driveway had "no logic", says Judge
A man's theft of shopping and a cat deterrent device had "no logic," a Judge said. Callum Davies, of Bath Road, appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court on Tuesday. The 24-year-old admitted two theft offences, as well as failing to comply with
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MS blasts rollout as some roads revert back to 30mph weeks after 20mph introduction
A MEMBER of the Senedd says it is "crazy" that roads in Wales are now being reverted back to 30mph weeks after the 20mph speed limit was introduced. Sam Rowlands, Member of the Welsh Parliament for North Wales, says it shows how "poorly managed
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We get a taste of the South at Hickory's Wrexham
THE back of the Hickory's sweet things menu declares 'I saved room for dessert'. This in my case, was a lie. But let me take you on the delicious journey to that lie... Invited to the 'practice makes perfect' event at the new Hickory's Smokehouse
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Councillor calls for action after not having bin collected in 10 weeks
A COUNCILLOR in Wrexham is calling for answers after not having a bin collection for 10 weeks. Cllr Jon Jolley, of the Smithfield ward, Wrexham says he has not had a bin collection since council workers went on strike in early October. The
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Why Iceland is ditching its Christmas advert to 'support customers'
SUPERMARKET chain Iceland has revealed it is ditching its Christmas advert for 2023 in order to 'support customers'. The company, which has headquarters in Deeside, says it will spend the money saved on helping its customers. The decision comes
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Dashcam sought after trailer stolen from farm in Glyn Ceiriog Valley
Dashcam footage is being sought after a trailer was stolen from a farm and driven away towards Chirk. North Wales Police has confirmed that on Thursday, November 2, an Ifor Williams livestock trailer was stolen from a farm in the Glyn Ceiriog Valley
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Flintshire security firm creates jobs after contract wins and acquisition
A FLINTSHIRE-based security firm is going from strength to strength following a series of contract wins and the acquisition of another business. Parallel Security has landed a major contract providing a range of security services and solutions
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"Marked improvements" over match day parking in Wrexham, but concerns remain
RESIDENTS living near the SToK Cae Ras say there has been a "marked improvement" in matchday parking issues, but some problems still remain. Earlier this year, residents said it was time for change following years of issues regarding parking on
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'A time when we should honour those who gave their lives for our futures'
By Sam Rowlands MS for North Wales The Remembrance period is a time for reflection and gratitude. It is a time when we thank those who have served, and those who are still serving. A time for remembering those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice
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Trio of energy projects power up Wrexham
A POWER generation specialist has commissioned three projects across Wrexham, which will see more than 23 MW of energy produced and used to power local businesses or fed into the National Grid. Earlier in 2023, YLEM Energy partnered with Wrexham-based
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Pontcysyllte Aqueduct - a UNESCO World Heritage site - defaced by vandals
MEMBERS of the public are being called on to help find those responsible for defacing a UNESCO World Heritage site. North Wales Police launched an appeal on Wednesday morning in relation to the incident, which happened at Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.
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'How promptly will Government respond to Council bids for Flood Alleviation Schemes,'
By Mark Isherwood MS for North Wales Taking part in the ‘Remembrance’ Debate in the Senedd, I noted that 2023 marks 70 years since the Korean War ended, 60 years since National Service officially ended and 75 years since arrival of people from
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CCTV captures woman's "aggressive" behaviour after being asked to leave pub
A WREXHAM woman found herself in the dock for her behaviour after being asked to leave a city centre pub. Kay Brown, of Churchill Drive, appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court on Tuesday. The 29-year-old admitted that on July 11, at Charles
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How much Rob and Ryan have lost financially since Wrexham takeover
THE FINANCIAL losses of Wrexham AFC's star owners have recently been revealed on the hugely-popular documentary all about the Reds. The Welcome to Wrexham series has opened the world's eyes to all the goings on - both on and off the field - at
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Some of the places you can watch Christmas lights being switched on in Flintshire
CHRISTMAS is now just around the corner, and with that, will come a number of events across the region to help celebrate the occasion. Several Christmas light switch-ons are being planned throughout Flintshire to bring some festive cheer to the
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Man pulled mirror off taxi - then demanded that driver pay him to get it back
A CHESTER man pulled the wing mirror off a taxi and then demanded its owner pay him to get it back. Kevin Barlow, of Holywell Lane in Clutton, appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court on Tuesday afternoon for sentence. The 45-year-old had previously
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Firm spreading the love in Deeside with £5,000 funding pot
A FLINTSHIRE housebuilder is offering a boost to those in the community of its latest development. Deeside community groups can now apply for financial support or practical help gifted under the umbrella of Love From Anwyl. The homebuilder
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All you need to know as Welsh Government plans major Council Tax reform
THE WELSH Government is planning major reform of Council Tax bills. The government is consulting with the public over the three potential approaches to the reform which will see homes being revalued. In two of these, seven out of 10 homes in
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Woman in court for foul-mouthed homophobic attack on taxi driver
A WREXHAM woman has been spared jail after her foul-mouthed, homophobic attack on a taxi driver. Vanessa Roberts, of Pentre Gwyn, appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court on Tuesday. The 43-year-old had previously admitted obstructing and assaulting
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Message from Ryan Reynolds meant so much to ex-Wrexham AFC goalkeeper Andy Dibble
ANDY DIBBLE admits he was reduced to tears after Ryan Reynolds sent him a message when his son Christian departed The Racecourse earlier this year. Dibble senior, a former Wales international and promotion winner with Wrexham in 2002-03, is goalkeeping
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Andy Dibble can't see former club Wrexham AFC's success story ending anytime soon
ANDY DIBBLE was in the team the last time Wrexham clinched promotion to the third-tier and he believes his former club are destined for bigger and better things. Former Wales international Dibble helped the Reds, managed by Denis Smith, go back
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James McClean hails "quality" Wrexham AFC striker Paul Mullin as duo return from bans
JAMES MCCLEAN has played alongside some top strikers during his career and the wing-back certainly rates Wrexham team-mate Paul Mullin highly. The 34-year-old, who played for Wigan Athletic, Stoke, West Brom and Sunderland before arriving at The
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James Jones is enjoying a run in the Wrexham AFC team but he won't get complacent
JAMES JONES has been a regular starter in recent weeks but the midfielder won't take his place in the side for granted. Although Phil Parkinson isn't afraid to make changes, Jones has been named in Wrexham's starting XI for the last eight League
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Here's how much essential food items increased by in the last two years
THE COST of nine daily essentials has almost doubled in the space of 21 months as the cost of living continues to impact families across the UK. In February 2022, I went to Tesco and bought nine daily household items including bread, butter, cheese
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Historic and haunted Flintshire pub reopens its doors after couple transform it
A HISTORIC and supposedly haunted Flintshire pub has reopened its doors after undergoing a major revamp. The Lletty Hotel, in Mostyn, recently reopened its doors to the public after being closed for nearly a decade. It was bought by Nick