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Police launch appeal following fatal collision in Wrexham
POLICE have launched an appeal following a fatal collision in Wrexham last night. The force closed Heritage Way in Brymbo late on Saturday (November 25) following a 'police incident'. Today (November 26) North Wales Police confirmed a fatal
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Flintshire pub confirms when doors will re-open after major revamp
THE NEW landlord of a village pub has revealed exactly when doors will re-open. Earlier this month, the Leader reported that The Cross Keys, in Llanfynydd, is set to reopen in memory of former patron, Mark Steene. The 54-year-old sadly died in
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New food hygiene ratings handed to seven Wrexham establishments
A NUMBER of Wrexham establishments have been given new food hygiene ratings. New food hygiene ratings have been awarded to seven of Wrexham’s establishments, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows. The following ratings have been given to
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Neighbours star Jason Donovan announces tour date in Wrexham
JASON Donovan is set to visit Wrexham on his tour in 2025. The former Neighbours star announced a number of dates for his 'Doin' Fine 25' tour. Donovan will host an evening at William Aston Hall on March 13, 2025, with tickets from £32.
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Elton John reveals he's a huge fan of Wrexham co-chairmen Ryan and Rob
ELTON John is a big fan of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney as co-chairmen of Wrexham. Speaking to Gary Lineker for BBC's Football Focus, the iconic music star discussed his love for football and Watford FC. Elton John, a former chairman
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We asked 100 Wrexham fans the same question - here's what they said
AHEAD of Wrexham's game vs Morecambe yesterday, we asked 100 Reds fans the same question and here's the answers we got. Following Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's takeover of Wrexham in 2021, global interest in the Reds has surged. Coupled
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Walking in the spotlight for Wrexham pupils in Road Safety Week
COUNCILLORS met pupils from a Wrexham primary school to mark Road Safety Week. Fred Eddie Roberts and Paul Pemberton joined staff and pupils from Ysgol y Grango in Rhos and Living Streets Cymru, part of the UK charity for everyday walking, to learn
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Review of the year: Looking back at some of February's front page stories
In February, we reported how two care homes in North Wales were set to close – with the combined loss of 91 beds. Both the 54-bed Morfa Newydd Care Home in Greenfield in Flintshire and the Gwastad Hall Care Home in Cefn-y-Bedd near Wrexham had
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Welcome boost as Flintshire forest school lands Lottery funding
AN MP has welcomed funding for a forest school that will bring benefits to hundreds of learners in Deeside. Plas Derwen, a school for learners with behavioural, emotional and/or social difficulties, secured £7,872 from the National Lottery Community
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Andy Cannon and Paul Mullin impress Wrexham AFC manager Phil Parkinson in 6-0 win
IT was an excellent team performance but Phil Parkinson praised Paul Mullin and Andy Cannon for the impact the duo made in Wrexham's 6-0 victory over Morecambe at The Racecourse. The Reds got off a fast start in the League Two clash by going two-nil
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"Unique" livestock farm near Wrexham goes on market for £1.8m
A FARM near Wrexham has gone on the market for just under £2m. Caedicws farm near Glyn Ceriog, Llangollen is on the market for £1.8m with rural agents Roger Parry & Partners describing it as a 'rare opportunity'. The livestock farm comprises
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Charity aim to start hearing loss support group in Wrexham
A RENOWNED sensory support charity has announced that work is taking place to establish a hearing loss support group in Wrexham. The innovative new initiative of DSN (Deafness Support Network), seeks to be a lifeline for individuals coping with
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Busy night in Buckley as community enjoys Christmas lights switch on
IT was a busy night in Buckley as hundreds of people gathered to watch the town's annual Christmas lights switch on. Towns and villages across Wrexham and Flintshire are coming together to get into the festive spirit, with Christmas right around
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Wrexham teenager named in UK’s 100 most inspirational women in cycling for 2023
A WREXHAM teenager has been named in the UK's top 100 most inspirational women in cycling for 2023. Aisling Charlesworth, 13, was just four years old when she started cycling. She joined local club Fibrax Wrexham Roads Club and took up racing soon
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Flint Town Hall issues a volunteer plea as it opens its first Repair Cafe
A NEW repair cafe is set to open in Flintshire next year with the support of Repair Cafe Wales. Flint Town Council is holding its first Repair Cafe in the Town Hall, Market Square, on the fourth Wednesday of every month starting on January 24,
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You could be fined £5,000 for driving in these winter clothes
With the weather worsening, and temparatures falling, drivers are being warned that wearing winter clothes while driving could land them a £5,000 fine. Wearing gloves, coats and scarves could impact your driving, and therefore put you at risk of
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The 32 UK native dog breeds at risk of being extinct - is yours on the list?
We all have our favourite dog breeds, whether that’s because of their unique features such as being hypoallergenic, their intelligence or their size – the list goes on. But over the years, there are some much-loved breeds that have unfortunately
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Road in Wrexham closed after 'police incident' overnight
A ROAD in Wrexham was closed after a 'police incident' overnight. North Wales Police closed the Brymbo link road in Southsea overnight following a 'police incident'. They said the road would remain closed for some time, and have not confirmed
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Wrexham Eisteddfod 2025 announce officials steering the upcoming event
WITH the National Eisteddfod visiting Wrexham in 2025 festival organisers have announced the names of the officials steering the project over the next year and a half. The artistic and local committees have already been set-up and meetings to choose
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'Great for Wrexham' - Excitement among residents ahead of 'The Midland' grand opening
READERS have been getting in touch to give us their thoughts ahead of Wrexham's newest bar opening next weekend. Now known as 'The Midland', on High Street in Wrexham, the site was formerly the home of the North and South Wales Bank Wetherspoon
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Shotton-based TV production team awarded Channel Four funding once more
A TELEVISION production company based in Flintshire has been named one of eight to receive funding from Channel 4. Osprey Television is an independent production company based in Shotton that delivers broadcast and multi-platform content, telling
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Review of the year: Looking back at some of January's front page stories
A lot has happened throughout 2023 - and over the next week or so we'll be looking back at some of the stories which made our front pages each month. In January, we covered tributes to several much-loved and highly respected people. This included
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Number of electric car charging points increases across Wrexham and Flintshire
THE NUMBER of public electric vehicle charging points across Wrexham and Flintshire has increased over the past year, new figures show. It comes as Vauxhall, who analysed the data, said more must be done to meet the rising demand for electric cars
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Here's how Wrexham's players rated in their emphatic 6-0 win over Morecambe
WREXHAM moved back into the automatic promotion places with an emphatic 6-0 win over Morecambe at the SToK Cae Ras. Phil Parkinson’s side were superb as they bounced back from defeat at Accrington Stanley in front of the 10,244 in attendance.
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Brownies and book lead trip down memory lane
Today's look back at Leader photos from across Wrexham and Flintshire, includes plenty of memorable moments. Do you have photos from the past you would like to share? Maybe old school class pictures, maybe your Scout, Brownies or sports group
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Public urged to support local traders and high streets when Christmas shopping
Senior councillors have encouraged shoppers across Wrexham and Flintshire to turn to their local businesses when doing their Christmas preparations. In recent weeks, the Leader spoke with traders in both areas about the benefits of supporting small