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Main road in Wrexham closed this evening after crash, police say
A MAIN road in Wrexham is closed this evening (Sunday November 19) after a crash. North Wales Police said at 7.45pm that Stansty Road is closed following the incident. Witnesses have said that the incident has happened on the bend, near Ysgol
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A 'matter of time' until Welsh local authorities go bankrupt - Wrexham Council leader
IT'S JUST a "matter of time" before a Welsh local authority goes bankrupt unless cash pressures ease, Wrexham Council's leader has said. Mark Pritchard, independent leader of Wrexham Council, said the authority faced cutting community care help
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Two-year funding for Flintshire woodland project
A CHARITY that engage communities to act together to protect wildlife and enhance habitats, will be running a two-year nature conservation project in Flintshire. Wild Ground are delighted to be running the project, focusing on three interlinked
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Connah's Quay Nomads' title hopes hit by home loss to Haverfordwest
CONNAH'S Quay Nomads missed out on the chance to move to within six points of Craig Harrison's Saints in the table as they were beaten 2-1 at home by Haverfordwest County. This was a first defeat at the Essity Stadium for Gibson's second-placed
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Wrexham Comedy TV Drama 'Henry House' set to relaunch filming next month
AN EXCITING care home comedy drama set in Wrexham is aiming to shine a spotlight on the community - featuring more than one familiar face. Produced by Rocking Horse Media, 'Henry House' will be a comedy drama set in a Wrexham care home which has
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New director of Theatr Clwyd Music Trust is appointed
FLINTSHIRE'S Theatr Clwyd has announced its new director of Theatr Clwyd Music Trust will be Cath Sewell. Cath has extensive experience working across the music education sector, developing, and delivering programmes at venues, schools, and communities
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Christmas events: Plenty of festive family fun to look forward to in Mold!
A HOST of family festive fun is planned for the next few weeks in a Flintshire town. The Mold Christmas lights switch on will take place on Tuesday, November 28. There will be entertainment on the square from 3.30pm with performances from Mold
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Pub partners with community group to put on free pensioners Christmas dinner
A FLINTSHIRE pub is once again putting on a free Christmas dinners for pensioners to help combat loneliness. The Red Lion Penyffordd is once more working in conjunction with the Penyffordd Area Community Association (PACA) this December to host
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Stretch of main road to be closed 'for some time' after crash, police say
A STRETCH of the A5 in Denbighshire was closed after a crash. North Wales Police said the A5 Holyhead Road in Corwen was closed this afternoon (Sunday, November 19). A spokesperson said: "Please be advised that there has been a road traffic
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Police probe after objects thrown at Accrington goalkeeper from away end yesterday
POLICE are investigating after objects were thrown at the Accrington goalkeeper during the clash with Wrexham AFC. Lancashire Police has launched a probe into the incidents - which occurred during Saturday's game at the Wham Stadium. Police
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Losing bonus point gained by determined Wrexham at high-flyers
WHILE it may not have been a victorious venture for Wrexham, they can take heart from picking up a losing bonus point at one of rugby’s Division One North leading lights. Wrexham have adapted well to life at a higher level following on from gaining
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Phil Parkinson frustrated Wrexham AFC never got going second half at Accrington
PHIL PARKINSON felt there was more to come from Wrexham in the second half against Accrington Stanley but he was disappointed his side failed to raise their game at The Crown Ground. The Reds’ suffered a 2-0 defeat in League Two as their 11-game
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Trebles all round for super Silkmen during a record-breaking weekend!
WHO will have claimed the match-ball following an unbelievable afternoon at the Essity Stadium? Elliott Reeves and Josh Jones both grabbed hat-tricks as Flint Town United claimed victory in their historic contest at home to Llanidloes Town.
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How the Wrexham AFC players rated is 2-0 defeat against Accrington Stanley
IT was a bad day at the office as Wrexham lost 2-0 against Accrington Stanley as the 11-game unbeaten run came to an end. Two second half goals condemned the Reds to a first defeat since the end of September, and just a third loss in 18 League
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Roberts grabs a hat-trick in victory for five-star Mold side
DON’T rule Mold Alex out in the race for this season’s league crown. Mike Cunningham’s side moved to within five points of front-runners Holywell Town with a five-star showing at Gresford Athletic. It’s been a tough month so far for Eddie Maurice-Jones
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Chester depart FA Trophy after suffering third defeat in a row
CALUM MCINTYRE was left angry as Chester departed their second knockout competition in the space of just four days. Following on from a 2-1 loss in their FA Cup replay at York City, the Blues were knocked out of the FA Trophy on penalties at Nantwich
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In pictures: Wrexham gets into festive spirit with Christmas lights switch on
HUNDREDS of people packed into Eagles Meadow shopping centre for Wrexham's Christmas lights switch on. The event took place on Saturday evening to great acclaim. Attendees were treated to a night of live music and entertainment as Wrexham got
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8 reasons why you shouldn't sleep with the heating on (it's not just cost-related)
The winter months are here and if you’re using your heating as the temperatures turn cold outside, you might not be aware that sleeping with it on can lead to health problems. From nasty colds to swollen feet, experts are warning homeowners to
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£300 donation made to help feed Flintshire residents on Christmas Day
A £300 DONATION has been made to support a project providing Christmas Day dinners for the most vulnerable members of the Flintshire community. December 25 of last year saw the Mold and Buckley Round Table host a dinner for residents who would
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Bridging the gap with Leader photography challenge
FOR the group’s latest challenge, members of the Leader Camera Club embraced ‘bridges’. From basic crossings to feats of engineering, all sizes and materials are on display. The Leader Camera Club is a friendly and supportive group, made up
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Wrexham woman with breast cancer publishes sequel to mental health book
A WREXHAM mother with breast cancer has published her second book since her diagnosis after the first received an award. Hollie McFarlane, 43, was diagnosed with breast cancer in October 2022. While going through treatment, Hollie, from Gwersyllt
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Planning officials reveal recommendation for controversial 90-home development
PLANS for 90 homes in Flintshire have been backed for approval. Stewart Milne Homes Ltd is proposing to develop land to the south of New Brighton Road in New Brighton, near Mold. A total of 36 of the 90 homes would be classed as "affordable
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Morrisons recalls this breakfast product due to 3 undeclared allergens
Morrisons has issued a product recall and “do not eat” warning for one of its gluten-free products due to three undeclared allergens including nuts and dairy. The Bradford-based supermarket is recalling Morrisons Free From Gluten Choco Crackles
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Buckley student thanks programme for helping kickstart his career
A DEDICATED Flintshire teenager is encouraging more young people to enter the world of work through the Jobs Growth Wales+ programme. The scheme helped give Dom Jones, the confidence, support and guidance he needed to land a full-time role in his
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'Christmas Movie Night' to be held in Holywell later this month
A CHRISTMAS Movie Night is set to be held later this month as the festive feeling begins to take over a Flintshire town. Guests are invited to 'bring a chair and wrap up warm' for the free outdoor event which will take place in Holywell on Sunday
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Wrexham and Flintshire projects encouraged to apply for share of £60k funding
PROJECTS across North Wales are being encouraged to apply for a share of £60,000 funding. The Your Community, Your Choice initiative, supported by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC), North Wales Police and North Wales Police
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Here's how much the price of Flintshire houses have risen this year
House prices were on the up in Flintshire in September, new figures show. The rise contributes to the longer-term trend, which has seen property prices in the area grow by 1.4% over the last year. The average Flintshire house price in September
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Take a look around 'magnificent' seven-bedroom home for sale in Wrexham
AN INCREDIBLE seven-bedroom home has been brought to the market in the Wrexham area. Yopa has listed the Green Park property at a price of £650,000. The seven-bedroom, five-bathroom family home is situated close to the beautiful Erddig Parkland
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Meet Theatr Clwyd's talented Christmas panto writer Christian Patterson
FLINTSHIRE residents are patiently awaiting this year's special production of Sleeping Beauty The Rock 'n' Roll Panto. This is the sixth panto written by Christian Patterson at Theatr Clwyd in Mold with comic quips and quick wit that never disappoints
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Gallery from the archive, featuring Scouts, schools and a bowling league
Today we look at more moments from the Leader's image archive, featuring lots of memories. Do you recognise yourself? Don't forget to tag friends or family if you recognise them. Do you have photos from the past you would like to share?
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Family "honoured" as former champion triathlete entered into hall of fame
A FORMER world champion triathlete from Wrexham has been entered into the Hall of Fame for athletics in North Wales. Peter Norman, from Penycae, was diagnosed with leukaemia earlier this year and died at home where he was being cared for by his