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Former Wetherspoons pub in Flintshire confirms when its doors will open
A FORMER Wetherspoons in a Flintshire town has announced when it will reopen its doors. The Market Cross, in Holywell, recently closed its doors after J D Wetherspoon sold the site to a new owner. Earlier this week, Lucas Jokiel, area manager
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Fowler says Wrexham are well-equipped for the step-up to League One
LEE FOWLER believes the current Wrexham squad is strong enough as it is to be competitive in League One next season. That’s not to say that the former Reds’ captain believes nothing will change between now and the big kick-off in tier three.
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Demand "exceeding" donations for Flintshire foodbank as pressure rises
FLINTSHIRE foodbank say the current demand for food is exceeding the donations they are getting. Figures released from the Trussell Trust earlier this week detailed the increase in demand for food parcels across the country. Between April
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Rob McElhenney is King of The Racecourse
ROB McELHENNEY could not have looked more proud as he took a moment to survey his Racecourse kingdom ahead of the final game of the season against Stockport County. It’s a beautiful picture of a man, with a red and white scarf draped round his
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Wrexham walk named as one of the best places to walk your dog in Wales
A WALK in Wrexham has been named one of the best locations to take your dog for a walk. With spring officially here and it bringing warmer weather, dog walkers can expect longer days out with man’s best friend. PDSA vets, together with PDSA
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Cadw announces host of north Wales events ready for this half term
Cadw has revealed its exciting lineup of events across north Wales for May half term, offering a range of activities for families at Wales’ mightiest castles and historic houses. Whether you’re craving adventure, eager to uncover history or simply
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Most popular baby names in Wrexham and Flintshire revealed
The most popular names for babies born in Wrexham and Flintshire have been revealed. The Office for National Statistics has announced the most popular names for boys and girls born in 2022, the most recent data available. Elsie was the most
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Slip road on A55 in Flintshire to close for roadworks tonight
A SLIP road on the A55 in Flintshire will be closed overnight. Traffic Wales confirmed that roadworks are set to be completed on the slip road at Broughton this evening. The on-slip in the eastbound carriageway at J35A will be closed from
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What a cracking campaign it was for Wrexham's women in the top flight
WREXHAM started the Adran Premier League season aiming to be competitive. They ended it as one of the country’s top-three clubs and were runners-up in the Welsh Cup too! That line does little to tell the story of the Reds’ first season in the
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North Wales residents warned by police over new email scam
POLICE are warning residents in north Wales to be wary of a new email scam. North Wales Police are advising residents to watch out for fake McAfee emails, with over 4,500 reports being made recently. The emails attempt to trick recipients
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Alan Bates ‘rejects second offer of compensation’ over Horizon IT scandal
Former subpostmaster and campaigner Alan Bates has reportedly rejected a second offer of compensation over the Horizon IT scandal. The latest offer was a third of what he had requested, according to the BBC, and Mr Bates told the broadcaster it
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Major A55 roadworks expected to last for 10 weeks
Major roadworks will lead to overnight closures for the A55 in Chester over the next 10 weeks. National Highways has said the roadworks will affect the A55 Expressway between Junctions 38 (Posthouse Roundabout/A483) to Junction 40 (Littleton Roundabout
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Flintshire photographer 'deeply touched' at prestigious award win
A FLINTSHIRE photographer has been named a category winner of a prestigious award. Karolina Skorek, a Polish fine art photographer and artist based in Connah's Quay, has been honoured with the overall winner of the professional single image category
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Wrexham 'flower magicians' to bloom for National Florist Day
A WREXHAM florists will join thousands of fellow 'flower magicians' for a celebration of the industry. National Florist Day, on June 8, is the first awareness campaign for the floricultural industry, and will celebrate all that is wonderful about
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Can a divorce stop wife making a claim on my inheritance?
In our weekly legal column, the Leader, with the expert advice of the team at GHP Legal, sets out to answer some of your problems. Today's question is answered by partner Nathan Wright... Should I divorce my wife to stop her making a claim on my
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Dixie McNeil loves watches his beloved Wrexham FC play
DIXIE MCNEIL didn’t miss a home game this season - and he can’t wait for new League One campaign to kick off. McNeil’s only slight moan is that he wishes he was still playing! “I can’t wait for next season to start,” said club legend McNeil
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Ian Puleston-Davies officially opens staff well-being hub at hospital
Former Coronation Street actor Ian Puleston-Davies said it was ‘a huge honour’ to officially open the new staff well-being hub at the Countess of Chester Hospital. The opening comes as the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust marks
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Can my neighbour use my bin? Find out if it’s illegal and what the law says
Neighbours are great most of the time - from having someone next door to take in your parcels if you’re not home, or having someone to keep on top of that pesky shared garden bush that keeps on growing. But sometimes, they can be a bit of a nuisance
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Hundreds turn out to support Wrexham legends FC charity match
WREXHAM Legends FC faced off against North Wales Fire Service in a charity match at Queensway. More than 1,000 people came out to support the event, which was put on in aid of the Mayor's charity on Sunday (May 12). As well as the match between
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Vale Vintage Machinery returns for annual show in Flintshire this summer
THE Vale vintage machinery show is to return again to Ty Ucha Farm Caerwys, Flintshire, for two-days only this summer. On July 6 and 7, the show will showcase preserved vintage machinery and vehicles whilst being a family friendly day out.
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Thai takeaway in Flintshire opens dessert bar in former dine-in area
A THAI takeaway in Flintshire has opened a desserts bar where its dine in area used to be. The Thaidee, in Flint, this week opened 'Kanum' - offering a range of tasty treats. It's situated where the restaurant's dine-in area was before it recently
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Make family memories together this May half term with National Trust Cymru
Make lasting family memories together this May half term as you tackle fun activities and exciting challenges at places cared for by National Trust Cymru. From nature trails and craft events to outdoor play areas and sporty challenges, there’s
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'Outstanding' property with 'superb panoramic views' on Flintshire market
A COMPLETELY renovated property with superb views is on the market in Flintshire for just under one million pounds. Marketed by Monopolgy Estate Agents in Rossett, Wrexham, is a five-bedroom detached family home featuring stables, a cinema room
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Councillors raise fly-tipping concerns over recycling centre opening hours reduction
COUNCILLORS have raised concerns about fly-tipping following a reduction in opening hours at Flintshire's Household Recycling Centres (HRC). Earlier this month, changes to the county's HRCs came into effect - with them reducing from being open
