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North Wales Police say underwater search conducted following death of teens
NORTH Wales Police say a "thorough" search of a ditch near the A4805 has been conducted following the death of four missing teenagers. The force confirmed yesterday that four bodies had been recovered from a car near the A4805 at Garreg.
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Lane closure sparks heavy traffic on A55 in Flintshire
A LANE closure on the A55 in Flintshire has sparked heavy traffic. Traffic Wales confirmed one lane was closed on the Westbound carriageway near Holywell. The lane has been closed due to a broken down vehicle. Traffic Wales say officers
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There's so much star quality on show in our latest team of the week
EVAN PARRY (Corwen): Keeper kept a clean sheet against North East Wales League champions FC Queen’s Park. LAUREN JAMES (Chelsea Women): Hit a hat-trick in 5-1 thrashing of Liverpool. ANTHONY FORDE (Wrexham): Best of a bad bunch in 2-0 defeat
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Rainford 'delighted' to stay with Crusaders for 2024 season
PAT RAINFORD is the latest player to commit his future to the North Wales Crusaders. It’s been a busy off-season so far for player-coach Carl Forster, who has been nominated for the 2023 League One coach of the year in a Total RL readers poll,
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'By the people for the people' - councillors praise social enterprises in Flintshire
COUNCILLORS approved a draft response to a report on social enterprises while praising the work in Flintshire. At a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, (November 21) members were asked to review and approve the draft response to the Audit Wales report
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Man's punch on city-centre night out left victim with 'traumatic brain injury'
A MAN has been jailed after a punch left his victim with a traumatic brain injury and a changed personality. Liam Nikolic, of Pentre Felin in Wrexham, appeared at Mold Crown Court on Wednesday morning for sentence. The 25-year-old had admitted
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M&S Wrexham to open next week with Golden Tickets for earlybird customers
THE NEW Wrexham M&S store is giving away exclusive golden tickets to the first shoppers when doors opens next week. The countdown is on to the opening of the new M&S Wrexham store on Friday, December 1 at 10am. The show-stopping new
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Chancellor supports £160 million investment zone plan in North East Wales
PLANS for an Investment Zone worth up to £160 million in North East Wales have come a step closer after the UK Government pledged to support it. The news announced in the House of Commons by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt in the Autumn Statement today
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Wrexham Hair Studio wins big at the National Salon Awards Ceremony 2023
A WREXHAM-based hair studio has received numerous awards at an annual ceremony based in Manchester. Head Office Creative Hair Studios has received not one but FIVE awards at The Salon Awards 2023 ceremony, once again making waves in the industry
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Flintshire baby's death at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd was likely preventable, inquest rules
THE death of a nine-month-old baby at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd less than 24 hours after he had been discharged from the hospital was probably preventable, an inquest concluded. Lucas Thomas Munslow, from Flint, died at the Bodelwyddan hospital late on
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Four possible opponents for Wrexham in EFL Trophy second round draw
THERE are four possible opponents for Wrexham when the draw for the second round of the EFL Trophy takes place on Friday at 6.30pm on Sky Sports News. Phil Parkinson's men are guaranteed a home tie after finishing top of Northern Section Group
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How you can enter raffle for cap signed by Rob and Ryan - all for a good cause!
ONE LUCKY Wrexham AFC fan could get their hands on a baseball cap signed by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney via a raffle in aid of charity. Lawrence and Amy Guiel, from Oswestry, are taking part in a this year's Strictly Shropshire event, in aid
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Pensions to increase by up to £900 next year, Jeremy Hunt confirms
Pensioners will see their state pension increase by up to £900 next year, the Chancellor has announced. Jeremy Hunt confirmed that the triple lock on pensions would be honoured, with state pensions set to rise next year. Under the triple lock
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Universal Credit and benefits increase worth almost £500 announced for millions
Universal Credit claimants will receive an extra £470 a year on average from April, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has announced. Speaking to MPs at his autumn statement, Mr Hunt confirmed the Government would increase Universal Credit and other benefits
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WATCH: Zookeepers capture amazing moment rhino born on camera
CONSERVATIONISTS at Chester Zoo have shared their “joy” following the birth of one of the world’s rarest mammals, a critically endangered eastern black rhino. The female calf was safely delivered onto a bed of soft sand by new mum Zuri on Sunday
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Man found dead in river two months after going missing, inquest opening hears
A MAN was found dead in a river, two months after going missing from the Countess of Chester Hospital. An inquest has been opened after the body of Brian Hughes was recovered by police from the River Dee in Chester. Mr Hughes, who was 44 at
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MS praises 'Welcome to Wrexham', Rob and Ryan for promoting city to 'global audience'
WREXHAM'S Member of the Senedd (MS) has praised the documentary all about the football club for promoting all things Wrexham to a 'global audience'. The Welcome to Wrexham documentary proved hugely popular when it first aired on Disney Plus last
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What is the penalty for vandalising speed limit signs amid defacing of 20mph warnings
Reports of vandals defacing newly installed 20mph speed limit signs have been rife across Wales in recent months. Speed limit signs on certain roads were changed in line with the introduction of the new 20mph speed limit which came into effect
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Wrexham mum returns with annual Christmas fair fundraiser
A WREXHAM woman is returning with an annual fundraiser in memory of her daughter. Elaine Hughes has again organised a Christmas fair at St Margaret's Church Hall in Garden Village, which she has run every year, except during the pandemic, since
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North East Wales League girls have certainly been up for the cups
CUP action primarily took centre stage for North East Wales Girls’ League clubs. In the U15s’ League Cup, Maisie Sutcliffe’s brace ensured Acton U14s’ success over Brickfield Rangers, while Caitlin Gerrard, Megan Lily Parry and Tatiana Gorecka
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Spot-on Holywell Town edge out Coedpoeth United in a real cup classic
IF it’s close contests you’re after, look no further than Coedpoeth’s meeting with Holywell in the North East Wales U16s’ Cup. It finished up 2-2, with Cai Partington and Harvey Messham on the scoresheet for Coedpoeth, while Josh Acott netted both
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Flintshire town's Santa Dash event cancelled amid 'low numbers'
A FLINTSHIRE town's 'Santa Dash' event scheduled for this weekend has been cancelled due to 'low numbers'. The festivities in Holywell will begin with the Christmas Lights switch on event on Friday (November 24). Between 3.30pm and 5.10pm,
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Harry's brace makes sure of Llay Welfare's success over Aston Park Rangers
HARRY ROBERTS’ brace helped Llay Welfare defeat Aston Park Rangers 3-1 in Flintshire U16s’ League action. Morgan Davies-Jones also scored, with Jesse Owens replying. Carter Gordon and Niall Golding gave Buckley a 2-1 verdict over FC Queens Park
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Plenty of hat-tricks in Wrexham Junior League Cup action
OVERTON U13s made it though to the next round of the Wrexham Junior League Cup thanks to a 5-2 success at Gresford Athletic. Freddie Wright grabbed a treble for Overton, while Chirk Youth won 6-1 against Brymbo Lodge and FC Llay United pipped Ruthin
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Wales Under-21s slip to their first defeat in European Championship campaign
WALES Under-21s slipped to their first defeat in qualifying for the 2025 European Championship as they went down 2-1 against Denmark at Rodney Parade. The opening goal came after only five minutes when Tobias Bech burst in between Owen Beck and
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Flintshire band record music video for upcoming single in their home town
A TALENTED Flintshire band has proudly filmed their latest music video in their home town for the upcoming single 'Hollow'. The band 'Diives' consists of members Nik Lloyd, Lee Messham, Tom Gambino and Gaz Bagshaw from Flint, making their most
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Things are challenging as Chester gain a point on their travels
CHESTER managed to end their losing run by picking up a midweek point at Alfreton Town. Following losses at the hands of Darlington, York City and Nantwich Town in various competitions, the Blues secured a 1-1 National League North draw at Alfreton
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Flintshire residents given opportunity to propose 20mph road exceptions
FLINTSHIRE residents are being given opportunities to propose roads which should be exempt from the 20mph speed limits. Since September, the majority of residential roads throughout Wales have changed from 30mph to 20mph. This is, according
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WW2 heritage project set to be launched by charity in Wrexham
A Heritage Project celebrating the arrival and settlement of the Penley Polish community during World War Two has been launched. The Penley Heritage Project, set up by the Rainbow Foundation will focus on the unique history of Penley and its surrounding
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Letter by 18th century Welsh naturalist from Flintshire is sold at auction
AN AUTOGRAPH letter by a famous Welsh naturalist, traveller and writer from the 18th century has been sold at auction. The letter, by Thomas Pennant, sold for £800 at a leading Shropshire fine art auction house last week. Sent from his home
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Wrexham man who ordered men to break into home and attack occupant is jailed
A WREXHAM man who ordered two-men to break into a home and attack one of the occupants has been jailed. Timothy Ramsay, of Heol Celyn in Coedpoeth, appeared at Mold Crown Court for sentencing on Tuesday, November 21. The 36-year-old previously
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Tributes pour in for teenagers who vanished on Eryri camping trip
TRIBUTES have begun to pour in for four teenagers who lost their lives whilst embarking on a camping trip to North Wales. The bodies of Jevon Hirst, Harvey Owen, Wilf Henderson and Hugo Morris were recovered from a silver Ford Fiesta in Eryri
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McDonald's in Wrexham help raise life-changing funds for Children in Need
MCDONALD'S in Wrexham is helping to raise crucial funds for BBC Children in Need during its fundraising drive this November. Already surpassing its £1 million target for BBC Children in Need by raising £1.5 million during the month long fundraising
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Here's when Llangollen's popular 'Illuminated Tractor Run' will return this year
A CHRISTMAS time event involving illuminated tractors will return to the streets of Llangollen and beyond this year. The inaugural Llangollen Illuminated Tractor Run proved to be popular when it took place last year. Hundreds of people braved
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Wrexham Indian restaurant wins 'Best in North Wales' at Asian Curry Awards
A POPULAR Indian restaurant in Wrexham has received a top award. Owner of Black Pepper's Indian Restaurant, Raju Ahmed, and head chef, Babul Hussain, attended the Asian Curry Awards ceremony at the Grosvenor House in Mayfair, London on Sunday,
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Paul Mullin loves it at Wrexham AFC and hails the "phenomenal" supporters
PAUL MULLIN loves playing for Wrexham and says he feels “invincible” when he takes to the pitch at The Racecourse. The Reds’ star striker has scored 85 league and cup goals since arriving in July 2021 from Cambridge United, helping Phil Parkinson
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Duo return but Wrexham AFC centre-back Jordan Tunnicliffe has had a setback
TWO players are back to bolster the ranks for Wrexham's clash against Morecambe on Saturday but Phil Parkinson has been dealt a blow with the news that Jordan Tunnicliffe is facing another spell on the sidelines. Wing-backs Jacob Mendy and James
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Wrexham AFC striker 'Super' Paul Mullin just takes all the attention in his stride
PAUL MULLIN knows playing for Hollywood owners that put Wrexham on the football map has increased his profile but the striker is pleased with the way he has stepped up to the plate. The 29-year-old arrived at The Racecourse in July 2021 from Cambridge
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Animal abandonments on the up in Wrexham and Flintshire as RSPCA issue warning
ANIMAL abandonments are on the up in Wrexham and Flintshire as the RSPCA issue a warning ahead of winter. Incidents have soared to a shocking three-year high as the RSPCA has warned unwanted pets face a bleak winter - with incidents in Wales contributing