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Heartbreaking end to search: Bodies of missing teens found in upturned car in water
THE bodies of four missing teenagers were found in an upside down car, partially submerged in water. Jevon Hirst, Harvey Owen, Wilf Henderson and Hugo Morris, has been missing since Sunday morning (November 19). The teenagers, one aged 16, two
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Jeremy Hunt announces National Living Wage will rise to £11.44 per hour
The Treasury has announced that the National Living Wage will rise to £11.44 per hour from April 2024, with an increase of £1.02 per hour. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt said: “Next April all full-time workers on the National Living Wage will get a pay
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Flintshire Council: £25 per eligible child over Christmas to alleviate food poverty
ELIGIBLE children are set to receive £25 each over Christmas to help alleviate food poverty in Flintshire. Councillors at today’s cabinet meeting (Tuesday, November 21) approved the payment per eligible pupil to address the period covering the
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‘Beautiful baby boy’ died on same day of discharge from Ysbyty Glan Clwyd
A NINE-month old baby died less than 24 hours after he had been discharged from Ysbyty Glan Clwyd in Bodelwyddan, an inquest heard. Lucas Thomas Munslow, from Flint, died on May 18, 2019, with a provisional cause of death given as acute bacterial
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Shoppers warned about online criminal activity as Black Friday approaches
AS THE sales start to appear online, customers are being warned to take extra precautions this Black Friday weekend. With Black Friday and Cyber Monday approaching, the busiest time of year for online shopping is also the busiest time for online
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Crash sparks heavy traffic on main road in Wrexham
A ROAD traffic collision has sparked heavy traffic on a main road in Wrexham. Traffic reports state there has been an RTC on the A525 Whitchurch Road near Bangor on Dee. Traffic is building in both directions as a result of the crash, but
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'Super' Paul Mullin receives standing ovation at his book signing event in Wrexham
WREXHAM AFC super striker attended a book signing event ahead of his debut book being released this week. William Aston Hall hosted 'Super' Paul Mullin's book signing event ahead of its launch day on Thursday, November 23. The 28-year-old's
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Consultation to go ahead to improve recycling rates in Flintshire
A CONSULTATION on a strategy to improve recycling rates is set to take place in Flintshire as the council is at risk of being fined for missing targets. The draft Resources and Waste Strategy by the council set out the “strategic direction” to
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Public warned of "extremely long waits" at Maelor Hospital A+E
PATIENTS are facing "extremely long waits" at A+E at the Maelor Hospital, as the health board urges people to help. On Monday evening (November 20) Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board put out a statement saying the emergency department at
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Historic Flintshire well has been handed 'National Shrine' status
A HISTORIC well in Flintshire has been elevated to the status of a 'National Shrine' by the bishops of England and Wales. St Winefride's Well in Holywell has been a site of pilgrimage for almost 1,400 years. The decision to promote it to a
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Car found in search for four missing teenagers from North Wales
THE car that four teenagers - missing from North Wales - were travelling in has been located. North Wales Police officers and colleagues from other emergency services are currently at the location and the families of those involved have been kept
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Injury concerns for Chester ahead of return to league action
A MAJOR injury crisis has struck Chester ahead of their return to National League North action. Following exits in the FA Cup and the FA Trophy, the Blues return to the bread-and-butter of the league with tonight’s trip to Alfreton Town. However
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Welsh Government reveal number of homes impacted during recent floods in the region
THE WELSH Government has provided an update on how many north Wales homes have been impacted during the recent floods. The arrival of Storm Babet on October 20 marked the first named storm to affect Wales this winter season. In north Wales,
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Popular Wrexham choir Johns' Boys set to release long-awaited debut album
THE SENSATIONAL North Wales male choir is releasing a long-awaited debut album ahead of the festive period. Johns' Boys Male Chorus from Rhos, Wrexham, stole the nation's hearts earlier this year on Britain's Got Talent - and now they are finally
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Young man from Flintshire represents Wales at WorldSkills finals
A YOUNG man from Flintshire has represented North Wales at the WorldSkills UK National Finals. Welsh competitors from North Wales collected 11 medals for showcasing outstanding talent in their industry during this month’s WorldSkills UK National
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The Christmas lights switch-on events taking place across Wrexham
THE CHRISTMAS lights switch on at Eagles Meadow went down a treat over the weekend and there are plenty more events to come across Wrexham. In the build-up to Christmas, there are a number of markets and other events taking place to get people
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Wrexham AFC appeal for witnesses after objects thrown at Accrington goalie
WREXHAM AFC are appealing for witnesses after a report of a criminal offence being committed during the second-half of the match away to Accrington Stanley. Match officials have reported that missiles were thrown from the away terrace at Accrington
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North Wales priest to feature in hit Netflix show 'Squid Game: The Challenge'
A NORTH Wales priest is set to feature in Netflix's popular TV show spin off airing on Wednesday (November 22). The first series of Netflix hit show 'Squid Game' was a huge hit with viewers in 2021 leaving them on the edge of their seat from the
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Individual taken to Maelor Hospital following road traffic collision in Wrexham
ONE patient has been taken to hospital following a collision in Wrexham. The collision occurred on Chestnut Avenue in Acton shortly after 9am today (Tuesday, November 21). A Welsh Ambulance Service spokesperson said: "We were called today (
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Deeside man who threw vodka over ex-partner during Christmas Day attack spared jail
A DEESIDE man who threw vodka over his ex-partner on Christmas Day has been spared jail. Andrew Williams-Barnes of The Brambles, Shotton, appeared before Caernarfon Crown Court for sentencing on Tuesday, November 21. The 30-year-old initially
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Flintshire residents slapped with Fixed Penalty Notice for fly-tipping
TWO Flintshire residents have received a Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) for fly-tipping in the Connah's Quay area. Flintshire County Council has issued Fixed Penalty Notices (FPN) of £300 to two individuals who disposed of multiple black sacks in the
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Popular chain set to open first restaurant in Wrexham next week
A NEW restaurant is set to open in Wrexham next week (November 28). Pepe's Piri Piri will open the doors of its latest restaurant on Regent Street, Wrexham, to the public next Tuesday. The popular chicken chain has more than 180 stores across
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Get tickled by funnyman Ken Dodd in our look back gallery
THERE are plenty of memorable moments caught on film in today's gallery from the Leader archives. Do you recognise yourself in any of today's photos? Don't forget to tag friends or family if you spot them. Do you have photos from the past you
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Inquest opened into death of man found at the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
A MAN who died at the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct has been named at the opening of an inquest. Stephen Lee Jennings, a 61-year-old retail manager, of Oswestry, was found on the afternoon of November 9. At the inquest opening held in Ruthin, John
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Readers react to Wrexham being among best and cheapest places in UK for a night out
READERS have been getting in touch to give their views on Wrexham being named one of the UK's best and cheapest nights out. The Leader reported this weekend that the city has been listed among the top three best cities in the UK in that respect
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Popular Llangollen-based pizzeria opens new restaurant in Rossett
A POPULAR Llangollen-based pizzeria is opening a new restaurant branch in Rossett due to high demand. Fouzi's Cafe, Bar & Pizzeria is opening this week on Station Road, Rossett, after announcing its business expansion plans in September this year
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Wrexham AFC star Elliot Lee applauds fantastic support and wants to put things right
ELLIOT LEE was disappointed not to reward Wrexham's fantastic away following at Accrington Stanley with a better performance and result but the playmaker says defeat is not the end of the world. The Reds produced a lack-lustre display and went
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Wrexham AFC manager Phil Parkinson is looking for a response against Morecambe
PHIL PARKINSON won’t get too down following a rare off-day but the Wrexham boss is expecting a response from his side at home to Morecambe this weekend. The Reds' 11 game unbeaten run came to an end after losing 2-0 against Accrington Stanley at
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Wrexham AFC star backs school head shave for cancer charity
TWENTY two pupils at a Wrexham high school have had their heads shaved for charity, with the help of a Wrexham AFC star. Henry Jones, a Year 9 student at Ysgol Bryn Alyn in Gwersyllt, was inspired to fundraise for Macmillan Cancer Support, following
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Welsh Government considering making changes to school calendar
A CONSULTATION on changing the school calendar in Wales has opened today (November 21). The Welsh Government has opened the consultation, with the view of making breaks more evenly spread out, including a 2-week half-term autumn break. The