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It's Bravo for Nomads as Ben's late strike seals famous European win
CONNAH’S QUAY NOMADS produced one of the best ever results in Europe as they triumphed 1-0 in Slovenia against Bravo. Ben Maher, a summer signing, came off the bench to put Nomads ahead in the 83rd minute. It sets Nomads up nicely for next
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Possible traffic disruption amid construction work at Glan Clwyd Hospital
BETSI Cadwaladr has warned motorists of the possible disruption to traffic flow amid construction work at the Glan Clwyd Hospital site. To facilitate construction work on the new Maggie's Cancer Support Centre at Glan Clwyd Hospital, there will
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Labour MP Mark Tami confirms meeting with Kimberly-Clark in attempt to save jobs
LABOUR MP for Alyn and Deeside Mark Tami has confirmed a meeting has been arranged concerning the closing of Flint's Kimberly-Clark site. On Tuesday, July 9 MP Mark Tami met with Unite Wales to discuss issues around the consultation on closing
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Flint's Golden Girl Jade Jones avoids ban over no-fault doping violation
DOUBLE Olympic taekwondo champion Jade Jones has escaped sanction after being found to have committed a no-fault doping violation following her failure to provide a urine sample in December last year. The UK Anti-Doping Agency (UKAD) confirmed
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All you need to know about Snowdon Mountain Railway from tickets to travel times
If you're looking to make the trip to the Yr Wyddfa summit, but don't want to walk, the Snowdon Mountain Railway is the answer. More than 600,000 people make their way up the most famous mountain in Wales - Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) every year. There
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No dog fouling fines issued in Flintshire over last year despite patrols
No dog fouling fines were issued in Flintshire over the course of the last financial year, new figures have revealed. It comes despite local authority enforcement officers carrying out patrols for a total of 86 days between April 1, 2023 and March
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Street lights in Flintshire could be used to improve poor 5G coverage
Radio equipment could be attached to street furniture in Flintshire such as lampposts in a bid to improve mobile phone signal. It follows figures being published which show only 22 per cent of properties in the county are able to receive 5G coverage
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Construction work gets underway at Wrexham Museum eight months after closure
EXTENSIVE construction work has finally begin on Wrexham Museum as the highly-anticipated 'Museum of Two Halves' project continues. SWG Construction, based in Welshpool, will be carrying out the major project in Regent Street on behalf of Wrexham
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News website says Delyn MS Hannah Blythyn was not source of Gething leak
Hannah Blythyn was not the source of a leak which triggered her sacking from the Welsh Government, the website which originally reported the story has said. The Labour former social partnership minister was removed from the Welsh Government by
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Petition set up to oppose plans for monthly black bin collections in Flintshire
A PETITION has been set up in opposition to proposals to introduce monthly black bin collections in Flintshire. On Wednesday (July 10), the Leader reported that plans to introduce monthly black bin collections in the county looked set to go ahead
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Football star from North Wales' brilliant response to Mbappe stat
A NORTH Wales-born former footballer offered a brilliant response to a stat about himself and France star Kylian Mbappe. In his prime, Neil Taylor was a star for Swansea City and the Wales national football team. The full-back, who was born
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Carl tells North Wales Crusaders' backers that their support is fan-astic!
CARL FORSTER has been full of praise for North Wales Crusaders’ “crazy” supporters! Cru fans have had recent trips to Newcastle and Cornwall to contend with, but they’ve continued to turn out in force during Crusaders’ push to reach the end-of-season
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Prom and graduation as Flintshire students ready for 'new exciting chapter'
SIXTH form students at a specialist high school in Flintshire have celebrated end of year with prom. The Ysgol Maes Hyfryd event at RiverDee Centre in Flint, featured a red carpet, mocktails, ice cream station, chocolate fountain, photo booth and
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Chester will face a tricky start to their National League North season
A TRICKY first month awaits Chester FC in their opening few matches of the 2024/25 National League North campaign. The Blues will aim to be contenders for promotion, after falling short of the play-offs last season with a 10th-placed finish in
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'Check your change': Your £2 coin could be worth £500 - what to look for
Brits are being urged to check their change and look for a rare £2 coin that could be worth a small fortune. The rare coin, which has been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation and features an error that makes it extremely
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Police investigating case of arson at flats in Flintshire town
A FIRE which occurred in a Flintshire town earlier this week is being treated as arson, police have confirmed. North Wales Police say an investigation is now underway into the incident which took place in Buckley on Tuesday (July 9). The fire
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A successful time for Wrexham duo during big national championships
TWO Wrexham AAC members celebrated podium places at the Welsh Schools Championships in Cardiff. Annabelle Jones was second in the U15G javelin with a throw of 27.80m, and that was followed by a sixth place finish in the discus (21.35m). Lucy
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Man punched police officer in face twice after breaching restraining order
A FLINTSHIRE man who refused to leave a hotel quietly after breaching his restraining order has been put behind bars. Nathan Bennett, of Park Hall Road in Greenfield, appeared at Mold Magistrates Court for sentence on Thursday. The 35-year-old
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It's 17 European appearances and counting for Nomads' stalwart Disney
JOHN DISNEY is proud of his 17 appearances in Europe for Connah’s Quay Nomads but he wants to hit the 20-game mark this season. Defender Disney will lead Nomads out in Slovenia this evening when Neil Gibson’s side take on NK Bravo in their Europa
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Plans for new Aldi and Greggs stores in Deeside formally submitted
Plans to create a new Aldi food store, a drive-thru Greggs and an electric vehicle charging hub in Deeside have formally been put forward. The supermarket chain first announced details of proposals for the Airfields site in Garden City in May,
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Connah's Quay Nomads aim to keep the tie alive
TAKING one game at a time is a motto all football clubs adopt but Connah’s Quay Nomads defender John Disney admits he’s thinking about next week’s second leg as his side prepare to take on NK Bravo in the Europa Conference on Thursday evening.
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Flintshire Council issues update on when water-damaged main road will reopen
FLINTSHIRE Council has issued an update on when a main road will likely reopen after it was damaged by a burst water main. A section of the A549 Dirty Mile, near Buckley, has been closed since Monday evening after the road surface gave way.
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Hawarden set to host annual fun-filled carnival this weekend
A FLINTSHIRE community is gearing up to host it's annual carnival this weekend. The Hawarden Carnival takes place on Saturday (July 13) from 11am at Gladstone playing fields. The annual event is once again free to attend and will include
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Chance to see luxury 1960s Midland Pullman train as it passes through North Wales
A LUXURY train from the 1960s is passing through North Wales stations next week. The Midland Pullman is embarking on a tour on Tuesday (July 16) which will see it travel from Holyhead on Anglesey down to Paignton in Devon. With tickets costing
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Man breached restraining order by 'meeting woman at the pub for 30 shots'
A MAN has been handed a prison sentence after deliberately breaching a restraining order. Oliver Homig, of no fixed abode, appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court for sentence on Wednesday afternoon. The 28-year-old, appearing on video link from
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Man spared jail after he was spotted carrying 90cm machete in the street
A MAN who was spotted carrying a 90cm machete in the street has been spared jail. Steven Smith, of St David's Drive in Connah's Quay, appeared at Mold Magistrates Court for sentence on Thursday. The 55-year-old had previously admitted possessing
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Wrexham AFC boss Phil Parkinson responds to contract issue with Jordan Tunnicliffe
PHIL PARKINSON has responded to claims that an administrative error means that Jordan Tunnicliffe - one of nine players released at the end of last season - still has 12 months remaining on his contract. The centre-back, who arrived at The Racecourse
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Historic Wrexham church to hold viewing day for items surplus to requirements
A WREXHAM church which closed earlier this year is holding a viewing day this weekend for items that are surplus to requirements. The viewing day will be held at St James' Church in Rhosddu, on Saturday (July 13). A morning viewing from 10am
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WATCH: MP originally from Corwen - now serving in England - takes the oath in Welsh
A POLITICIAN originally from north Wales - but now representing an English constituency - took her oath in the Welsh language this week. Sarah Green is a businesswoman and Liberal Democrat politician who is originally from the town of Corwen, where
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Wrexham police warn residents not to enter derelict properties amid reports
POLICE in Wrexham have warned people not to enter derelict buildings amid 'a number of reports' of such cases recently. North Wales Police say the reports received included youths entering derelict properties and building sites across Wrexham.
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Residents encouraged to have say on potential traffic changes in Wrexham
RESIDENTS in Wrexham are being encouraged to have their say on proposed changes to traffic arrangements in the city centre. Wrexham Council is considering potential updates to Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) in the city centre, including rules
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Man assaulted woman after checking contents of her phone 'made him upset'
A WREXHAM man who attacked his former partner over the contents of her phone has been fined. Joshua Barrow, of Y Wern, appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court for sentence on Wednesday. The 21-year-old had previously admitted one offence of assault
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MS calls on Health Minister to 'get a grip' on dentistry service in north Wales
A NORTH WALES MS has called on the Health Minister to 'get a grip' on dentistry services in the region. Sam Rowlands MS has called for a long term plan to increase the number of dentists in north Wales. Mr Rowlands, Shadow Health Minister,
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Gallery: Thousands enjoy 'wonderful' Mold Carnival event
MOLD CARNIVAL organisers have paid tribute to the event and its volunteers in what has been described as ‘yet another fantastic community day'. This year's carnival took place on Sunday (July 7) on the Kendrick's Field and The Rec as families flocked
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Volunteers at this year's Llangollen Eisteddfod are 'an absolute credit'
VOLUNTEERS at this year's Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod praised for their dedication and commitment. To celebrate the 77th Eisteddfod in North Wales, hundreds of volunteers have selflessly given their time to the cause to ensure the
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Football fans will get a kick out of Wrexham's latest ‘massive’ artwork
FOOTBALL fans will get a kick out of a special new landmark on St Giles Way. Wrexham Council was given permission by Wrexham AFC to use the club crest as part of a floral display/public artwork. It is all part of the Wales in Bloom and Britain
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Touching tributes paid to former Welsh rugby international from Flintshire
TRIBUTES have poured in for a former Welsh international rugby player from Flintshire. Ian Buckett, from Holywell, sadly passed away on Sunday (July 7) aged 56. In announcing his passing on social media, Flint Rugby Club paid a touching tribute
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Man's attempt to hide in long grass after crashing car foiled by police drone
A MAN who crashed his car into a hedge and tried to hide was caught thanks to a police drone operator, a court heard. Christopher Parry, of Abbott Walk in Holywell, appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court on Tuesday. The 27-year-old admitted
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Live morning breaking news update across Flintshire and Wrexham
9:49am Today's Wrexham Leader front page: (Image: Newsquest)
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Year 6 school leavers from Wrexham and Flintshire - Gallery #4
The Leader's last days of school Year 6 photos have returned for 2024. Here we have the fourth in a series of five galleries. More than 130 photographs were published in our 40-page supplement - in association with Excell Supply - and we want
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Wrexham AFC midfielder James Jones is fully fit but Jacob Mendy still sidelined
TWO Wrexham players will miss the start of the League Two campaign through injury but Phil Parkinson is delighted James Jones will be available following a lengthy lay-off. Star striker Paul Mullin underwent spinal surgery in the middle of June
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Man can't enter any Tesco or Bargain Booze for four years - here's why
A MAN branded "a stroppy, unreasonable pain" has been banned from entering any Tesco or Bargain Booze after making drunken threats at staff. Eifion Jones, of Glan Y Morfa Court in High Street, Connah's Quay, appeared for sentence at Wrexham Magistrates
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Wrexham AFC star Max Cleworth grateful for faith shown in him by Phil Parkinson
MAX CLEWORTH is grateful for the faith shown in him by Phil Parkinson but the centre-back won't take his place in the side for granted next season because he knows the competition will be fierce once again. The 21-year-old was a permanent fixture
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Maelor Hospital appoint officer in bid to stop smoking on site
A NEW officer has been appointed at the Maelor Hospital in a bid to reduce smoking on site in Wrexham. A Smoke-Free Environment Officer has been introduced at Wrexham Maelor Hospital to help patients, staff and visitors keep health board sites
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Man's violent outburst at Karaoke Bar security officer lands him in the dock
A MAN has been banned from all pubs and bars in Wrexham city centre after a violent outburst in which he attacked two people. Nathan Atkinson appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court on Tuesday, giving the court a 'care of' address of Gardden Road