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It's derby day in cup final as hat-trick chasers Connah's Quay take on Airbus

CONNAH’S QUAY NOMADS are aiming for a hat-trick this weekend. Jordan Parry’s side are looking to win the North East Wales FA Women’s Cup for the third season in a row as they tackle Flintshire Adran North rivals Airbus in Sunday’s showpiece final

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A great eight North East Wales FA junior and youth finals are lined up

JUNIOR footballers are sure to be up for the cups during what is sure to be an action-packed weekend. Ruthin will play host to a mammoth 13 North East Wales FA cup finals over the coming three days - and the majority of them are amongst the junior

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The runs are sure to come says Northop Hall skipper Slater

NORTHOP HALL skipper Ben Slater is confident things will click with the bat for his side shortly. It’s one win and one loss so far for Hall in the Liverpool Competition, ahead of tomorrow’s home Division Two clash with Wavertree. “The batting

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Neglect led to man's death at mental health unit, coroner rules

LACK of appropriate treatment of a mental health patient at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd amounted to neglect, a coroner has ruled.  Ben Harrison had been a patient at the Ablett psychiatric unit for two days when his body was found in a lounge room. A

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Body found at industrial site in Flintshire, police confirm

POLICE are investigating following the discovery of a man's body in Flintshire.  North Wales Police have confirmed officers are currently in attendance at an industrial site unit in Ewloe.  The incident was reported to police shortly after

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Llay Welfare looking to bounce back to secure runners-up spot

ALL Llay Welfare need is to win tomorrow to keep their Cymru North promotion hopes alive. Runners-up spot in the Ardal North West League will be secured if they beat Llannefydd at home. The club has had it’s tier two licence refused but that

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Almost 15,000 passengers use new Wrexham bus services since introduction

An investment of £200,000 to improve bus services in Wrexham has led to an increase in passengers, new figures have shown. Wrexham Council's executive board agreed funding last year to provide more bus services during evenings and Sunday. The

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Flintshire pub, closed since 2019, goes on the market for £325,000

A FLINTSHIRE pub has been put on the market for £325,000.  The Red Lion, Llansana, near Holywell is up for sale with Sidney Phillips after previously being up for lease with Stars Pubs and Bars.  The pub arms of the Dutch lager giant, Heineken

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WATCH: Transport Secretary visits Buckley as 20mph uproar continues

THE NEW Transport Secretary visited Buckley to hear concerns from councillors and residents regarding the 20mph limit.  Ken Skates visited Liverpool Road on Friday as plans are made for "targeted change" to the controversial speed limit in Wales

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"Profound concern" over health board issues - including avoidable loss of lives

"Profound concern" has been expressed regarding ongoing issues at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) and their repercussions on patient safety, including tragic and avoidable loss of lives. For some time, Llais (the independent body

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Wrexham side is aiming for silverware in North Wales cup final

IT’S a big weekend of cup final action in North Wales. Tomorrow, Wrexham Seconds tackle Machynlleth in the final of the Division Three Cup. “It’s a big day for the club and the second team in particular, they’ve worked really hard over the

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Work on major expansion to Wrexham Industrial Estate to begin next month

WORK is set to begin next month on a major expansion to Wrexham Industrial Estate Earlier this week FI Real Estate Management (FIREM) has secured planning approval for a 1m sq.ft warehouse and logistics development alongside an ecology zone at

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Shoplifter in court after taking 19 dog coats from Pets at Home

A MAN found himself back in the dock after stealing hundreds of pounds worth of stock from a pet shop. Rupert Kilshaw, of Chester Road West in Queensferry, appeared at Mold Magistrates Court on Friday. The 27-year-old admitted that on November

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Mynydd Isa are aiming to tame Lions and Hawarden's old boys

CUP specialists Mynydd Isa and Penyffordd Lions are going for more glory tomorrow. The two North East Wales League sides clash in the Horace Wynne Cup final at Ruthin (4.30pm kick-off). Both clubs have already lifted silverware this season

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Flint to receive banking hub following TSB closure announcement

A BANKING hub is set to be coming to Flint following the announcement that the town's last bank is set to close.  Earlier this week TSB announced the closure of several branches, including the site in Flint. It is the last bank in the Flintshire

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Travellers moved on from supermarket car park in Flintshire

TRAVELLERS were moved on from a supermarket car park in Flintshire.  A caravan pitched up at the Lidl supermarket car park in Holywell yesterday morning (Thursday, May 9).  A Lidl spokesperson said: "While the store continued to trade as normal

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Man in court after 'acting like an idiot' and damaging police car whilst drunk

A MOLD man who acted "like an idiot" with police and damaged a car door whilst drunk has been sentenced. Dominic Fitzjohn, of Alyn Street, appeared at Mold Magistrates Court on Friday. The 23-year-old admitted that on April 17, he damaged the

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Northop skipper Bart thinks 220 points will do the trick for title

BART RYAN-BESWICK thinks somewhere in the region of 220 points could be enough to secure this season’s North Wales Cricket League Premier Division crown. Ryan-Beswick is captain of last summer’s runners-up Northop, who will be aiming for their

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Tesco Superstore in Flintshire to be 'improved' with five-week refurbishment

A TESCO superstore based in Flintshire is set to undergo a five-week transformation to enhance customer shopping experience. Tesco in Holywell is undertaking a refurbishment of the store with work to the store interior, replacement fixtures and

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Is there a shortage of strawberries? Find out why the delay isn't all bad news

If you have been wondering why there has been a lack of strawberries in supermarkets or the selection isn’t as good as it normally is around this time of year, there’s a reason. The wet, dark winter has delayed the British strawberry season by

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Burglar helped himself to cash and prosecco at the Lemon Tree in Wrexham

A BURGLAR who left fingerprints and blood at the scene of his crimes has been given extra jail time. Daniel Olsiewicz, formerly of Bradley Road in Wrexham, appeared at Caernarfon Crown Court via video link from HMP Berwyn on Friday for sentence

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Traffic delays as emergency services respond to collision on A55 in Flintshire

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Barn in Flintshire could be transformed into microbrewery

Plans have been put forward which could see a barn located in a rural area of Flintshire converted into a microbrewery. The application to Flintshire Council would result in the transformation of a stone building in Cilcain, near Mold. If approved

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FOCUS Wales returns to Wrexham showcasing talented artists across three-days

FOCUS Wales 2024 is back underway and artists from all over the world have taken to the stage to perform.  Yesterday (Thursday, May 9) was the first of the three-day event which is celebrating its 14th year welcoming artists to the stage. Across

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North Wales issued 'danger to life' weather warning amid thunderstorms and flooding

A yellow weather warning has been issued for North Wales this weekend with thunderstorms and heavy rain set to cause disruptions and "danger to life". The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for parts of Wales which will be in place

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Motorcyclist in hospital after sustaining 'serious injuries' in crash near Wrexham

A MAN is in hospital with serious injuries following a road traffic collision on the outskirts of Wrexham. Shortly before 7.20pm on Thursday, May 9, North Wales Police received a report of a single-vehicle collision involving a black Suzuki GSX1250

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Health chief's message after teen's "unacceptable" crime outside maternity ward

Hospitals should be places of safety - not conflict, abuse and violence. These are the words of health chief Geoff Ryall-Harvey after the latest instance of hospital-based crime brought before the courts. We reported recently how Harvey Gough

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Captain Gethin grabs a hat-trick as Mold triumph in cup final

MOLD U12s were the big winners on the RGC junior finals day in Colwyn Bay. They finished the season in style with a 36-14 victory over Pwllheli. Captain Gethin Griffiths was a hat-trick hero with Cian Morris, Jacob Appleton and Tomasi Fidow

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Australian trio announced as support for Tom Jones gig at Llangollen Eisteddfod

AUSTRALIAN sibling trio Germein will support Welsh icon and music legend Sir Tom Jones when he headlines the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod this summer.  Tom Jones will present the opening show of the Core Eisteddfod Week on Tuesday

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Woman completes fundraiser following 10-year Endometriosis diagnosis struggle

FOLLOWING a difficult experience receiving a diagnosis, teacher Katie Jackson has launched Wrexham's first-ever support group for endometriosis as well as tackling a unique fundraising challenge. For over ten-years, Katie has struggled with extreme

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Flint Mountain are seeking to secure two trophies in space of two days!

FLINT MOUNTAIN could have so much to celebrate this weekend. Aden Shannon’s side could secure two trophies in the space of 20 hours as well as picking up a third if their second string lift the NEWFA Reserves Cup against Ruthin Town tomorrow.

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Pubs among latest Wrexham establishments to get new food hygiene rating

TWO pubs are among the latest Wrexham establishments to be issued new food hygiene scores. New food hygiene ratings have been awarded to five of Wrexham’s establishments, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows – and it’s good news for them all

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Hospital volunteer says farewell to cancer unit following 16 years of service

AFTER brightening up the days of Wrexham Maelor Hospital patients for 16 years, volunteer Ron Evans has said goodbye to colleagues and patients on the Shooting Stars Unit.  Ron, 83, from Hightown, Wrexham, started volunteering in 2008 as a Guide

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I'm a Pharmacist and this is the best way to beat your hay fever symptoms

With summer just around the corner, the pollen count across the UK is expected to rise, bringing with it the unwanted menace of hay fever. Also known as allergic rhinitis, hay fever occurs when the body reacts to histamine, a substance released

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Breaking news across Wrexham and Flintshire this morning

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Singer-songwriter delighted with nomination in Focus Wales Awards 2024

A SINGER-songwriter has been nominated for an award shortly after graduating with a degree in music. Musician Julius Eastwood is thrilled to have been nominated in this year's Focus Wales Awards which is taking place in Wrexham between May 9 and

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Nostalgia from the Leader archives but do you recognise anyone?

Today's nostalgia gallery includes anglers, charity fashion show and much more. Do you have photos from the past you would like to share? You can share them with us here. A school leavers photo, maybe your Scout, Brownies or sports group achieving

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Warning of eight weeks of disruption on busy Wrexham as gas works take place

A BUSY Wrexham road is facing disruption as major gas works take place - with a councillor urging motorists not to use it as an excuse to drive the wrong way up one-way streets.  Wales & West Utilities is currently working in the New Road area 

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Wrexham AFC have learnt from last year's pre-season tour of America - Phil Parkinson

PHIL PARKINSON says lessons have been learnt from last year's pre-season tour of America and he also hopes Wrexham will play a friendly at The Racecourse before the League One campaign kicks-off. The Reds prepared for a first season back in the

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Wrexham AFC boss Phil Parkinson will enjoy documentary knowing it ends in promotion!

PHIL PARKINSON has delivered success on the pitch and he's looking forward to seeing how another memorable season is portrayed on the screen. The third series of the hit documentary series Welcome to Wrexham kicked off earlier this month. Chronicling

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Plea to motorists after 'constant speeding' making residents feel unsafe

MOTORISTS have been implored to put the safety of residents first after concerns over "constant" speeding in a Wrexham village. At its latest meeting, which took place at the end of April, Llay Community Council discussed crime and policing matters