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Residents encouraged to speak to police over anti-social behaviour concerns

Flintshire residents have been encouraged to speak to police if they have concerns about anti-social behaviour (ASB). The Flintshire North Neighbourhood Policing Team shared details of patrols conducted around Deeside on Tuesday evening. A

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Police promise robust action after reports of high school students shoplifting

POLICE are to patrol shops and will be taking "robust action" after reports of high school students shoplifting. On Tuesday afternoon, the Flintshire North policing team released an overview of what officers had been dealing with over the preceding

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Blaze which destroyed car believed to have been 'accidental,' say fire chiefs

A CAR was destroyed by fire in Flintshire, it has been confirmed. North Wales Fire and Rescue Service received a call at around 1.15pm on Tuesday reporting a vehicle ablaze just off the A55 at Halkyn. One crew from Deeside attended the scene

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Can you help police track down wanted man with links to Wrexham and Flintshire?

Police are calling on members of the public to help track down a wanted man. North Wales Police launched an appeal with regards to Tim Evans, also known as Tyrone. A spokesman for the Flintshire North Policing team said: "The 33-year-old is

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Wrexham brewery's titles haul at independent beer awards

AN independent Wrexham-based brewery has lifted a haul of awards at an industry event. Magic Dragon Brewing, at Plassey Leisure Park, Eyton took home 10 awards at the SIBA Wales & West Independent Beer Awards, which took place at Ludlow's Spring

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Experienced player Roberts has agreed to pen a new deal with Chester

EXPERIENCED campaigner Kevin Roberts has agreed to remain with Chester. Roberts, the versatile 34-year-old, has penned a one-year deal to extend his stay at the Deva Stadium into a sixth season. With 168 appearances for the Blues since his

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Can Lions tame Corwen in race for North East Wales League title?

PENYFFORDD LIONS have added two trophies to their cabinet in the past 10 days and they may have to make room for another if results go their way in the North East Wales League. The Lions lifted the Horace Wynne Cup on Saturday and were also victorious

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Big partnership is the Quay to fine Welsh Cup triumph

A NUMBER of clubs managed to dodge the thunderstorms to get their campaigns in the Welsh Cup up-and-running. North Wales League Connah’s Quay made it through to the next stage with their 12-run triumph at home to Liverpool Competition side Northop

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Five-star Connah's Quay Nomads win NEWFA Cup for third season in a row

CONNAH’S QUAY NOMADS’ grip on the North East Wales FA Women’s Cup remains an iron one. For the third season in a row, Jordan Parry’s side have lifted the cup and their latest success was confirmed by a 5-0 final triumph over Airbus at Ruthin.

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From Arizona to Llay Welfare thanks to Welcome to Wrexham documentary series

THE Welcome To Wrexham docu-series has been a massive hit in the States and now Llay Welfare could be living the American dream after an Arizona businessman fell in love with the Ardal League club. RJ Carvis is one of thousands from across the

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Plans submitted to build 130 affordable homes near Flint

Plans to build 130 affordable homes on an area of farmland near Flint have been put forward. Castle Green Homes is behind the proposals to develop a 12-acre site at Quarry Farm in the village of Oakenholt. The company previously held a consultation

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Ex-Wrexham FC captain has a season to remember

THE 2023/24 League Two season could not have been any better for James Jennings. Stockport County - his home-town team and the club he now works for - lifted the title while two of his former sides, Wrexham and Mansfield Town, were both promoted

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Woman's death prompts questions about ambulance waits and hospital admission

TWO health chiefs took the witness stand to explain what steps are being taken to address the ongoing problem of ambulance delays and admission to hospital. Jason Killens and Carol Shillabeer, chief executives of the Welsh Ambulance Services Trust

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Police launch appeal over whereabouts of wanted Wrexham men

POLICE have launched an appeal to locate two wanted Wrexham men. North Wales Police's Wrexham Rural team is looking to trace James Jones and Clive Thomas (pictured).  Regarding James Jones - the 19-year-old, also known as Jay has links to the

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Flintshire Labour councillors quit ruling group in shock move

Five Labour councillors in Flintshire have left the party after a cabinet member was accused of misleading backbenchers. The shock move was announced by Penyffordd councillor Alasdair Ibbotson at today's AGM of Flintshire Council at County Hall

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Boxing club hosting 24-hour sparring event for little girl suffering from epilsepsy

A 24-hour boxathon event is taking place this weekend in aid of a little girl suffering from dozens of seizures every day.  The event, at Mold Boxing Club, will see people continuously sparring in the ring from 6pm on Friday (May 17) until 6pm

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An element of truth in some transfer rumours - Wrexham AFC boss Phil Parkinson

WREXHAM continue to be linked with a whole host of players and Phil Parkinson admits there is an "element of truth" in some of the transfer talk. The Reds finished runners-up in League Two this season, clinching a second promotion in a row for

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Reports of crash at busy Wrexham junction this afternoon

A CRASH reportedly occurred at a busy junction in Wrexham this afternoon (Tuesday, May 14).  Traffic monitoring site Inrix reported a collision at the junction of the B5102 and Vicarage Road, near Brymbo, at about 1pm.  It stated there

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Wrexham Council issues deadline for application over 'unauthorised development'

WREXHAM Council has given people who have set up an "unauthorised development" a deadline to submit an planning application. Three caravans and three vehicles have pitched up on land off Llyndir Lane in Burton, near Rossett that was previously

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Firm's donation to Flintshire school is music to their ears

A FLINTSHIRE school has received funding for new musical instruments from a nearby homebuilder. Sandycroft CP School successfully applied to the Love from Anwyl fund, set up by Anwyl Homes to help the community around its Summers Bridge development

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Reports of crash on busy Flintshire road this afternoon

A CRASH sparked slow traffic on a stretch of the A494 in Flintshire this afternoon (Tuesday, May 14). Traffic reports state that the incident happened between Pinfold Lane and A55 North Wales Expressway J34 at Ewloe at about midday.  The carriageway

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Police issue update after finding body at Flintshire industrial site

POLICE have issued an update following the discovery of a man's body in Flintshire last week.  On Friday (May 10) North Wales Police confirmed they were investigating after a body was found at an industrial site in Ewloe.  Officers confirmed

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Work on 100 affordable home development resumes after contractor's collapse

WORK on an affordable housing scheme is back underway after a contractor went into administration. ClwydAlyn, a North Wales Housing Association, has announced the restart of development work on a new affordable housing scheme in Deeside. The

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Crime novel of the Year, story time and more from Wrexham libraries

Llay Library story time Children's Story Times give you and your child the opportunity to meet regularly with other parents/guardians and other children. When children listen to stories, their brains are hard at work trying to create images and

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Prolific burglar who smashed his way into Wrexham shops and cafe is jailed

A PROLIFIC Wrexham burglar who twice smashed his way into a cafe has been jailed.  Richard Lee Watson, of Bellevue Road, Wrexham, appeared before Caernarfon Crown Court for sentencing on Tuesday (May 14).  The 34-year-old had previously admitted

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REVIEW: Everything was beautiful as Spiritualized headline FOCUS Wales in Wrexham

IT SAYS much about the sheer force of nature that Spiritualized still are as a live act that Jason Pierce, the band's frontman and sole constant member, can conjure up so much stage presence by ostensibly doing so little. As ever with Pierce, there

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North Wales Housing association invests £1million to create 40 new jobs

NORTH Wales housing association, ClwydAlyn, has committed to investing over £1million to recruit 40 new job roles. There will be new roles available in the housing, finance, maintenance, IT, and procurement teams. There will also be opportunities

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League One will be tougher but Elliot Lee believes Wrexham AFC can hold their own

ELLIOT LEE knows from experience that it will be much tougher in League One next season but the playmaker says Wrexham will be well-equipped to make the step-up. Fans’ favourite Lee arrived at The Racecourse nearly two years ago after leaving Luton

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Who scored all the goals as Wrexham AFC sealed promotion for second season in a row?

IT was the same old story at the top of Wrexham’s goalscoring charts. Paul Mullin finished leading scorer for the third season in a row, with the prolific striker netting 26 goals in all competitions. Twenty-four of those goals came in the

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Wrexham pupils on the move for National Walking Month

PUPILS at a Wrexham primary learnt about the benefits of keeping active, including the walk to school. Lesley Griffiths MS met children from her Wrexham constituency to celebrate Living Streets' National Walking Month. Ms Griffiths joined pupils

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Retailer reveals plans to open new store at Broughton Shopping Park

A NEW retailer could be coming to Broughton Shopping Park.  Footwear retailer schuh has submitted a planning application to Flintshire County Council for signage at a unit at the shopping park.  The Scottish chain has 132 stores in the United

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The DIY solution you need to know about that cleans fingerprints off your phone

We spend so much time attached to our phones, tablets and laptops that it's no wonder that we leave our grubby fingerprints all over them - but how do you remove the smudges? If you're wondering how to keep your tech sleek and free from oily smears

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8 scents you can use in and around your home to keep spiders away

Insects and creatures in your home can be unnerving especially if you’ve got a phobia of spiders, for example. If you’ve noticed spiders taking up residence in your home, you might be wondering how to prevent more coming to visit. To help you

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Police warning over increase in members of the public smuggling items into HMP Berwyn

POLICE have issued a warning over a recent "increase" in members of the public trying to smuggle items into HMP Berwyn. North Wales Police has said there has been an increase in it happening over the last couple of days, which has lead to arrests

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Sport and science unite for half-term fun in Wrexham

SPORTS-mad youngsters can score big in Wrexham this half-term. Football fanatics and sport enthusiasts can kick off their May half-term with the return of a well-loved Family Funday taking place in Wrexham. Xplore! Science Discovery Centre

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Recap: Breaking news across Wrexham and Flintshire this morning

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Defender Scott Butler has been released by Wrexham AFC

THE defender exodus has continued with Scott Butler leaving Wrexham following the expiry of his contract. Phil Parkinson announced his retained list earlier this month but the decision on Butler’s future was deferred until the end of his successful

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Man to be sentenced for stealing jewellery and cash worth £18,000 in burglary

A MAN who admitted a high value burglary near Llangollen is to be sentenced in the Crown Court. Ian Edwards, of no fixed abode, was produced in custody at Wrexham Magistrates Court on Monday.  The 58-year-old admitted that on May 6, he entered

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Phil Parkinson is so pleased James McClean will be with Wrexham AFC next season

JAMES MCCLEAN has showed no sign of slowing down in a Wrexham shirt and Phil Parkinson believes he can be a key player once again next season. The 35-year-old has had his contract automatically extended and will remain at The Racecourse for the