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Consultants offered £40,000 to 'future-proof' Wrexham's Ty Pawb

Wrexham Council is planning to spend up £40,000 on external consultants to "future proof" a market and arts centre. In February, concerns were raised over the financial sustainability of Ty Pawb in Wrexham city centre as it faced a predicted budget

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Beacons to be lit along Flintshire coast to mark 80th anniversary of D-Day

BEACONS will be lit along the Flintshire coast to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day beacons. The Normandy landings were the landing operations and associated airborne operations on Tuesday, 6 June 1944 of the Allied invasion of Normandy in Operation

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Crusaders deserved to win epic encounter says head coach Carl

CARL FORSTER felt the better team lost as North Wales Crusaders were cruelly pipped by a solitary point in their epic showdown with Oldham. Crusaders were leading for much of the encounter at Colwyn Bay’s Stadiwm CSM, but Danny Craven’s last minute

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Saints get the better of Northop in high-scoring Welsh Cup clash

NORTHOP’S run in this season’s Welsh Cup came to an end via a 52-run loss at St Asaph. More than 550 runs were witnessed on the day, with the Saints cracking 304 for seven from their 40 overs. Duncan Midgley (82), Will Ryan (77) and Nathanael

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Runs flow from the bat in North Wales Cricket League action

WHAT a weekend it was for Marchwiel and Wrexham. Two wins in the space of 24 hours saw them stretch their advantage at the top of Division Two to 27 points. On Sunday, Marchwiel and Wrexham gained an eight-wicket win over Pontblyddyn Seconds

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Captain Lloyd says his move to Derbyshire helped him stay in the game

DAVID LLOYD has revealed how his move to Derbyshire helped him stay in the game. The 31-year-old former Brymbo all-rounder left Glamorgan, where he had been since a junior, to become Derbyshire’s new captain. “The last couple of years have

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Police issue update on search for missing man at Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

POLICE have issued an update in relation to the search for a missing man at Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. The emergency services were called to a concern for a man's safety in the area of the aqueduct on Thursday.  The following day, police said they

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Man banned from every shop in Wrexham city centre - here's why

A PROLIFIC offender has been banned from every shop in Wrexham city centre following his latest crimes. John Haden, of Grosvenor Road in Wrexham, appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court on Monday. The 29-year-old admitted three offences; theft

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More seats and new trains on North Wales passengers’ Avanti West Coast journeys

AVANTI West Coast has added extra seats and introduced new trains as part of its summer timetable change. Launching yesterday (June 2), the operator’s June timetable, which coincides with the industry timetable changes, now offers more connectivity

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In the dock: Defendants sentenced for stalking, abuse, drink-driving and more

MANY people were dealt with by Wrexham and Mold Magistrates Court on Wednesday (May 29). They include... Johnathan Lees, aged 45 and of no fixed abode. He was sentenced for stalking involving serious alarm/distress, committed against Lisa Jones

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Popular Wrexham city centre pub to reopen its doors later this month

AN HISTORIC pub in Wrexham is set to reopen this month after shutting its doors earlier this year.  The Horse and Jockey, located on Hope Street in the city centre has been closed since February.  Star Pubs and Bars, who own the building, have

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Thousands turn out to enjoy Chirk Carnival over the weekend

THOUSANDS turned out to enjoy Chirk Carnival this weekend.  The event took place on Saturday (June 1) at Chirk Recreational Ground, with a range of activities on offer to those in attendance from 10am until 7pm. There was live music and stunt

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D-Day memorial parade and service to be held in Wrexham

A D-Day service is set to take place in Wrexham this week.  On Thursday (June 6), Wrexham will join the nation in remembering the D-Day landings 80 years after Allied troops waded ashore in northern France. The landings marked the start of

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Police probe into 'severe damage' to protected nature site by off-road vehicles

POLICE are investigating "severe damage" caused to a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Off-road vehicles have been driven illegally along a footpath near Glyndyfrdwy on the border of Wrexham and Denbighshire, causing serious damage on

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Emergency services respond to traffic collision along A494 in Flintshire

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Man hit Co-op shopper in face after 'argument' in store, court told

A MAN was struck in the face as he went about his shopping in a convenience store, a court heard. Brian Melia, of Walden Crescent in Chirk, appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court on Monday. The 46-year-old admitted that on May 16, he assaulted

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Man handed fine after police discover bag of cannabis in his vehicle

A MAN has been fined after police found cannabis in his vehicle. Matthew Colvin, of Harwd Road in Brymbo, appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court on Monday morning. The 52-year-old admitted that on December 29 last year, he had in his possession

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'Baby Reindeer' actor among honorary fellowship graduates at Wrexham University

ACTOR Mark Lewis Jones was among several proud recipients of the Honorary Fellowship from Wrexham University for his services to theatre and performing arts. The last time he appeared on the William Aston Hall stage, he was treading the boards

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18 months of works set to start in Wrexham village next month

WORK is set to start in a Wrexham village next month - and is expected to last up to 18 months. Wales & West Utilities (WWU) has announced they will be starting work to upgrade the gas pipes in the Chester Road area of Gresford and is inviting

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It was a close run thing between Max and Arthur for Wrexham award

MAX CLEWORTH admitted it was a terrific contest with Arthur Okonkwo to claim a top accolade during another promotion-winning campaign for Wrexham. Capping off a terrific campaign, centre-back Cleworth was named as Wrexham’s young player of the

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Liverpool legend Gerrard was Wrexham star Max's idol growing up

MAX CLEWORTH could well have been an important cog in the Wrexham midfield engine room instead of a formidable force at the back! Cleworth enjoyed a terrific campaign as Phil Parkinson’s Reds made sure of back-to-back promotions for the first time

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"Absolutely excellent" - Popular football festival returns to Wrexham

A POPULAR football festival went down a treat in Wrexham once again over the weekend.  Gŵyl Wal Goch returned to Wrexham, the spiritual home of football in Wales, for a fourth time. The weekend long event is took place between May 31 and June 2

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Britain's Got Talent 'AmaSing' express gratitude for overwhelming support

A BRITAIN'S Got Talent semi-finalist act featuring youngsters from across the region has thanked everyone for their support. After being invited onto the ITV talent show by judges Simon Cowell and Bruno Tonioli, the 133 superstars took to the stage

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Treasure hunt triumph as residents walk away with free Llangollen Eisteddfod tickets

SCORES of people had fun hunting for golden envelopes containing coveted free tickets to all the evening concerts at the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod. After waiting patiently, the big goldrush on the Eisteddfod field let everyone

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Police looking to 'piece together circumstances' after Llan-y-Pwll bridge fall fatal

POLICE say they are trying to "piece together the circumstances" that led to a man tragically falling to his death from a bridge over the Llan-y-Pwll link road. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon on the A5156, after police were called

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Universal Credit £470 increase for many claimants this month

Thousands of Universal Credit claimants are set to see their payments increase this month. Millions of benefit recipients, including a number on Universal Credit, saw their payments increase by 6.7 per cent in April. The increase was announced

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Over 1,700 students celebrate graduations from Wrexham University

MORE than 1,700 students celebrated their achievements with family, friends and their lecturers at Wrexham University’s 2024 graduation ceremonies last week. Students were applauded as they stepped across the stage of the William Aston Hall to

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Police witness appeal after arson involving multiple vehicles in Wrexham

POLICE have made a witness appeal following an arson involving multiple vehicles in Wrexham.  North Wales Police's Wrexham Rural team is investigating the incident that occurred during the early hours of May 21 on on Caego Terrace in Caego.

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'Negative reputation of Island Green’s car park has affected sales at the shop'

By Lesley Griffiths MS for Wrexham I’ve previously highlighted in this column the crucial work undertaken by hospices. Not only do they support the NHS, they look after the most vulnerable people and support families through some the most difficult

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Vintage car show dubbed a "remarkable success" after raising almost £3,000

A classic and vintage car show was a "remarkable success," organisers have said. The free event was organised by Deeside Round Table and took place at the Hawarden playing fields on Saturday, May 25. Steve Wood, chairman of Deeside Round Table

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A major change to banknotes is being introduced this week

Brits have been told to keep an eye out for a major change to the banknotes they receive from this week. Notes carrying the portrait of King Charles III will be issued for the first time on June 5, the Bank of England confirmed. The portrait

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Tributes pour in for rugby legend Rob Burrow after his death at the age of 41

Tributes have poured in for the late Rugby League legend Rob Burrow after his sad passing was announced last night. People like Kevin Sinfield were quick to share their heartfelt sorrow over the news which followed his battle with motor neurone

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Number of empty council houses in Wrexham has reduced by almost half

WREXHAM Council says it has seen the number of empty houses reduce by nearly 50 per cent over the last two-years. Currently only 1 per cent per cent of the council's stock is vacant, while the void refurbishment works are taking place between contract

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Mixture of sunny spells and rain forecast this week, the Met Office confirms

THE MET Office has confirmed a 'largely dry' week ahead across Wrexham and Flintshire. Kicking off the first week in June, today will see a cloudy and damp start in places, with some patchy drizzle mainly on hills.  Here is your forecast

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Breaking news across Wrexham and Flintshire this morning

11:04am That's all from us this morning, thanks for following. See the latest news on the Leader Live website.

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North Wales Police issue safety advice following Flintshire attempted burglary

NORTH Wales Police has issued safety advice to the public following an attempted burglary in the Flintshire area. An empty property has been targeted along Strand Walk in Holywell. During the incident which took place on June 2, the rear door

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GALLERY: Llangollen International Eisteddfod 1989

A POPULAR cultural feast of all things music returns to the region this summer. We are of course talking about the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod, taking place from July 2-7. This year's event showcases singers and dancers from

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U-turn on plans to close Wrexham nursery following "positive" consultation

PLANS to close a children's day care centre have been scrapped following a consultation.  Parents of children attending Sparkles Day Care centre in Caia Park were contacted by the Caia Park Partnership last month amid plans to shut down the provision