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Family owned vinyl store featuring extensive collection to open in Flintshire

A FAMILY-owned vinyl store is set to open in Flintshire featuring an extensive collection of vintage music. Neville Wright is proud to be opening Deeside Vinyl on Station Road in Queensferry, Flintshire. Expected to open on Monday, May 20,

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Road closure on A494 as emergency services attend collision in Flintshire

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Wrexham pub announces new ownership following two food hygiene scores of zero

A WREXHAM pub has confirmed its under new ownership following months of searching for the right opportunity. The Red Lion Indian, Marford, will soon reopen the site under new ownership following two food hygiene scores of zero in just five-months

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Wrexham McDonald's drive-thru plans deferred over traffic concerns

A decision on plans to build a drive-thru McDonald's on a busy Wrexham retail park has been placed on hold. It follows concerns being raised over the impact the application by the fast food chain to open a restaurant on the Plas Coch Retail Park

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Duke of Westminster and fiancée Olivia Henson visit Chester causes

The Duke of Westminster and fiancée Olivia Henson have visited Chester Cathedral, one month before they will tie the knot there. They visited the Cathedral Music Trust and Chester Cathedral's music team, while the couple were also entertained by

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First players are revealed for Wrexham Red Dragons men's team

THE first players for the men’s team representing the Wrexham Red Dragons at TST 2024 have been revealed, the club has announced. The $1 million winner-takes-all 7-a-side tournament takes place in Cary, North Carolina, from June 5-10 with an expanded

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How often you should wash your bedding and 5 things that happen if you don't

Brits are being urged to wash their bedding once a week by a mattress expert. Failure to wash your bedsheets every week could reportedly lead to acne breakouts and a build-up of dead skin and dust mites. This is due to an accumulation of sweat

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Busy slip road coming off A483 in Wrexham closed due to damage to traffic lights

AN A483 slip road in Wrexham is closed due to damage to traffic lights following a crash.  The incident occurred earlier today (Tuesday, May 7) at the slip joining the A525 Ruthin Road coming off the A483.  As a result of the two-vehicle crash

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It's been a cracking start to the season for Gwersyllt Park side

GWERSYLLT PARK SECONDS have hit the ground running in Division Three of the North Wales Cricket League. Park made it two wins out of two with Monday’s 72-run triumph at home to Caernarfon. Cai Pearson (81) top scored in Gwersyllt Park’s 145, while

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Bustling North Wales pub shares project updates amid £1.5m refurbishment

A POPULAR North Wales pub has shared renovation updates amid its £1.5 million refurbishment project. The Bridge End in Llangollen closed in March this year in preparation for a complete transformation just months after it was taken over by new

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New Wrexham City Gateway signage installed thanks to Welsh Government funding

ROAD-users entering the County of Wrexham this year will be welcomed by new roadside gateway signage thanks to almost £30,000 of funding secured from Welsh Government as part of the ‘Brilliant Basics’ programme. The new signage has been erected

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All you need to know about FOCUS Wales 2024 ahead of Wrexham festival

More than 250 artists from across the world are set to descend on Wrexham this week for the FOCUS Wales 2024. The three-day festival will run from Thursday (May 9) until Saturday (May 11) with organisers expecting more than 20,000 people to visit

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Flintshire friendship group to launch 'Coffee and Chat' group in Wrexham

A BRAND new friendship group has been launched in Wrexham following the success of other similar schemes in the region.  Deeside Oddfellows, which hosts a range of affordable and accessible events across North Wales and Chester, is bringing its

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Main road in Wrexham closed following crash, police warn

A MAIN road in Wrexham is blocked this afternoon (Tuesday, May 7) following a crash.  The incident happened on the A525 just prior to the A483 junction at around 12pm.  North Wales Police said the road is closed. A spokesperson said: "Please

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Flintshire politicians to discuss future of leisure services

The future of leisure services in Flintshire is set to be discussed at a meeting of backbench councillors being held this week. Flintshire Council is currently at loggerheads with Aura Leisure and Libraries Limited, which has managed most leisure

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Tributes paid to 'dedicated' St John Ambulance volunteer who was 'true gentleman'

TRIBUTES have been paid to a "dedicated" Flintshire-based St John Ambulance volunteer and "true gentleman". John Jones, divisional officer in charge (DOIC) of St John's Holywell division, sadly died in late April after bravely battling illness

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McDonald's amongst 16 Flintshire establishments handed new food hygiene score

McDonald's is among the latest establishments in Flintshire to get a new food hygiene rating.  New food hygiene ratings have been awarded to 16 of Flintshire’s establishments, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows. The following ratings

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Wrexham AFC defender Max Cleworth hopes youngsters can be inspired by his story

MAX CLEWORTH hopes young players at the club can take heart from the way he has risen through The Racecourse ranks to become a regular in Phil Parkinson's side. The 21-year-old became a permanent fixture in the Wrexham defence in the second half

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Wrexham AFC legends to face fire service in charity match this weekend

WREXHAM AFC legends are set to face North Wales Fire and Rescue Service in a charity match this weekend. The event is being held at the Queensway Sports Stadium in Wrexham on Sunday (May 12). Among those turning out for the legends team are Steve

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Award-winning chef Bryn Williams to open restaurant at Theatr Clwyd

ACCLAIMED chef Bryn Williams will launch a restaurant at North Wales’ famous Theatr Clwyd. The Denbigh-raised chef, who already owns Porth Eirias in Colwyn Bay, is set to open the new Mold restaurant in 2025 following completion of a vital redevelopment

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Police reveal why A483 in Wrexham was closed on Bank Holiday Monday

POLICE have revealed why the A483 in Wrexham was closed yesterday (May 6) North Wales Police made the closure announcement just before 5pm on Monday, with huge traffic delays in the area as a result.  A spokesman said at that point: "A483 CLOSURE

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Talented North East Wales trio to compete at Olympics venue

THREE talented equestrian figures from North East Wales will be testing themselves against the best in Europe over the summer. Thirteen-year-old Thomas Courtney and Sam Courtney, 15, from Wrexham, plus Ceiriog Valley’s Ffion Roberts, 14, will complete

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Manager Dale proud of Wrexham's great efforts in Welsh Cup final

STEVE DALE hailed an “outstanding” performance as Wrexham pushed treble-winners Cardiff City all the way in the final of the Welsh Women’s Cup. The Reds were underdogs for the showpiece at Newport’s Rodney Parade, but they went toe-to-toe with

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10 Best CBD Creams in the UK: Top CBD Skincare & Beauty Products

NutraHolistics examined some of the best CBD creams available in the UK market. We curated this list of top brands to give you insight into what's available and what you can expect from using these powerful CBD products. Best CBD Creams & Skincare

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Award-winning north Wales chef set to open restaurant in Flintshire

A MICHELIN award-winning chef is set to open a new restaurant in Flintshire.  Today (May 7), Theatr Clwyd has announce that the internationally-acclaimed, Denbigh-raised chef, Bryn Williams, will launch a landmark restaurant at the North Wales

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A55/A494 slip roads in Flintshire set for nightly closures

A NUMBER of A55/A494 slip roads in Flintshire are set for nightly closures.  The closures for routine maintenance begin tonight (May 7) at the Dobshill junction, with the westbound off-slip and eastbound onslip closed from 7pm until 6am on Wednesday

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'Just the beginning of what Wrexham can achieve'

By Sarah Atherton MP for Wrexham Since becoming Wrexham’s MP, our city has benefitted from a string of UK Government Minister visits, and I know a particularly special moment for our community was seeing the Prime Minister sport a Wrexham AFC

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Who is the North Wales gardener who inspired Lewis Hamilton's Met Gala outfit?

British Formula 1 (F1) driver Lewis Hamilton stepped out at the 2024 Met Gala wearing a Burberry outfit inspired by John Ystumllyn - "the first Black person in North Wales whose life was well recorded". Seven-time F1 champion Hamilton, fresh off

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Which roads do you want exempt from 20mph?

By Sarah Atherton MP for Wrexham I hope everyone had an enjoyable bank holiday with family and friends! Last week, the Type 45 destroyer HMS Dragon was officially twinned with Wrexham. HMS Dragon, recognisable for its roaring Welsh dragons

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Member of Wrexham band features on Channel 4 'The Piano'

A MEMBER of a band from Wrexham featured on Channel 4's 'The Piano' this weekend.  Now in it's second series, The Piano sees Claudia Winkleman meet talented pianists at train stations across the country, before they played to passers-by while the

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'Clwyd South is home to many examples of our rich heritage'

By Simon Baynes MP for Clwyd South As your Member of Parliament, it is always a privilege to see the work of volunteers in communities across Clwyd South. It was a pleasure to attend the launch of the appeal by St Mary's Church, Chirk to raise

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Health board issues plea amid "extreme pressures" faced in emergency departments

THE Health Board in North Wales have issued a plea regarding the current pressures faced in A+E departments.  On Monday evening (May 6), Betsi Cadwaladr posted on their social media that their emergency departments were "extremely busy".  The

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Breaking news from across Wrexham and Flintshire this morning

9:26am That's all for this morning, we'll be back tomorrow morning for more updates from across Wrexham and Flintshire

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Wrexham AFC goalkeeper Mark Howard could keep playing for 'two or three more years'

MARK HOWARD believes he could continue playing until the age of 40. The experienced goalkeeper, who joined Wrexham in the summer of 2022, has enjoyed a successful career and played for the likes of Sheffield United, Bolton Wanderers, Blackpool

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Callum McFadzean is in a better place now he is fit - Wrexham AFC boss Phil Parkinson

CALLUM MCFADZEAN endured a frustrating season with Wrexham but Phil Parkinson is backing the wing-back to get his career back on track now he's returned to full fitness. The 30-year-old, who arrived at The Racecourse from Crewe Alexandra in January

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Wrexham AFC manager Phil Parkinson says getting a longer summer break is key

GOING straight up means Wrexham have been given a longer summer break and it makes all the difference to Phil Parkinson. The Reds secured a top-three finish in League Two, making it back-to-back promotions for the first time in the club's history

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YOUR suggestions on which roads should revert back to 30mph

LEADER readers have revealed which roads in Flintshire and Wrexham they'd like to see revert to 30mph.  New Transport Secretary Ken Skates has said there will be "targeted change" to the 20mph policy in Wales.  He said the Welsh Government