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North Wales' Post Office operators urged to share experiences to help Horizon Inquiry
POST OFFICE operators in North Wales are being urged to share their experiences and provide what could be crucial evidence for the inquiry into the Horizon scandal. The independent public inquiry is ongoing and is investigating failings surrounding
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Wrexham round off pre-season with 1-0 win over Fleetwood Town
WREXHAM rounded off an unbeaten pre-season with a 1-0 win over Fleetwood Town. A crowd of 6,376 watched on as the Reds finished their pre-season preparations at the SToK Cae Ras on Saturday afternoon. After a positive first half, with Jack
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Four-bedroom former nursery with 'expansive garden' for sale near Holywell
A FOUR-BEDROOM home offering 'expansive gardens' has hit the property market in Flintshire. Reid and Roberts has listed the home, located at Brynford near Holywell, at a price of £595,000. The distinctive detached residence is situated on a
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Recap: Wrexham take on Fleetwood Town in final pre-season friendly
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Lane of A483 at Wrexham re-opened following crash
A PART of the A483 at Wrexham has now been re-opened following a crash this morning (August 3). A collision had left lane two heading southbound at Ruabon closed at around 11am. Traffic Wales officers made their way to the scene to 'safely
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Grandmother's urgent warning after tiny spider bite almost killed her
A grandmother has issued a warning to everyone across the UK to get their bites checked by doctors after a spider bite almost killed her. Karen Ashmore feels lucky to be alive after a spider bite turned into a gaping hole in her belly, and later
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Wrexham AFC reminds fans that STok Cae Ras is now 'cashless venue' ahead of friendly
WREXHAM AFC is reminding fans that its home ground is now a 'cashless venue' ahead of today's (August 3) friendly. The Reds will be taking on Fleetwood Town at home this afternoon ahead of kicking off their EFL League One campaign next weekend.
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North Wales event aims to future-proof businesses after government change
NORTH Wales business leaders are being invited to a key summer event that will explore how Labour's victory in the general election will impact their operations. Organised by the Institute of Directors (IoD) North Wales branch, it will take place
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Readers share their memories of Wrexham's 'house on stilts' as it goes up for sale
READERS have been getting in touch to share their memories of a famous Wrexham landmark that is now up for sale. Last week, the Leader confirmed that the much-admired Cilgoed, aka 'the house on stilts', has been listed on the property market at
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Your rail adventures could in you Chester Zoo tickets
A COLLABORATION to promote local attractions and sustainable travel this summer has been launched. The team-up is aimed at promoting attractions and experiences along the railway lines from Chester to Shrewsbury to Crewe, 3 Counties Connected Community
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Two North Wales businesses feature in Sunday Times 'best vintage shops' list
TWO Llangollen businesses have appeared in a list of seven of the UK’s “best vintage clothes shops” published recently by The Sunday Times. Typically run by passionate shopkeepers, vintage shops are back on our high street's and they're better
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Family-friendly festival visits Flintshire - with a psychedelic twist
AN annual kaleidoscopic festival is set to visit Flintshire later this year. Enjoy a journey of sensory experiences at TribeFest 2024, an annual festival that brings together music, art, food, and community in an immersive and inclusive environment
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As business grows, is it best to buy or rent business premises?
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 Chartered Legal Executive, Sêra Henderson-Jones... Buying or renting business premises
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Capturing the solitude and natural beauty in North Wales
The Leader Camera Club has more than 1,300 members from across Wrexham, Flintshire and beyond. In our Behind the Lens feature, we meet some of those in the group who share their images and take part in challenges, contributing to the galleries
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Mental health advocate to host 'sleeping rough' challenge to raise awareness
WREXHAM residents have set to embark on a 'Sleep Rough' challenge to raise awareness for homelessness and mental health. Organised by 'Walk and Talk' founder Richy Harries, the event will take place on Wednesday, August 14 from 6pm until 6am.
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Enjoy afternoon tea with bestselling author to mark new release
A SUNDAY Times bestselling author returns to Flintshire, with a special event this month. The Mold Bookshop is set to host an afternoon tea with author Barbara Erskine, in Harrisons Hall, Gwernymynydd to celebrate the release of her new book, The
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Region's school leavers urged to consider diverse construction careers
WITH exam results on the horizon for many young people across the region, thoughts are turning to next steps and future careers. Three women at different stages of their careers with Ewloe-based Anwyl Homes have been speaking about the opportunities
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I visited Flintshire-based gun range to fire my first gun - and this is how it went!
IF YOU'RE ANYTHING like me, then you will have often times envisaged yourself as the lead star in an action movie or two. But, again if you're like me, the actual reality is that that is very unlikely to happen anytime soon. So, the next logical
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Wrexham hospice trio going to great heights for fundraiser
A DEDICATED trio are taking to the skies in aid of patient services at a Wrexham hospice. All three work in roles at Nightingale House Hospice and are preparing to take on a skydive challenge to raise vital funds for the hospice's patient services
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Readers remember their 'brilliant' teachers across the region
SCHOOL'S out for summer across the region. This provided the inspiration for another trip down memory lane for the Local Bygones group on Facebook. We asked members to tell us who their favourite teacher was from their days at school. It
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Boots introduces private blood pressure check service in Wrexham
Boots has introduced a new Private Blood Pressure Check Service in selected Welsh stores, including Wrexham's Plas Coch store. This service aims to help customers identify and address elevated blood pressure levels. Recent research by the British
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Glyndwr Innovations set to produce key component for pioneering global telescope
Engineers from Wrexham University's subsidiary, Glyndwr Innovations Ltd (GIL), are producing the final prototype mirror for the world's largest telescope. Based at the OpTIC Technology Centre within the university's St Asaph campus, the team recently
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Waving the flag for Wrexham AFC - from Disney to Down Under
IT'S not long until Wrexham AFC's next title battle gets underway. The Reds are set to meet Wycombe at home on August 10, kicking off their League One season. Players have enjoyed support from overseas fans during their North American tour
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LOOK: 'Luxurious' family home for sale in Flintshire
WOODLANDS is a luxurious detached family house up for sale in Flintshire. It's situated on the quiet, no-through road that is Groomsdale Lane, in Hawarden. Worth £800,000 Reades Estate Agents is showcasing this beautiful property, briefly
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Wrexham Community Cupboard opens providing accessible and free food for all
A NEW Community Cupboard has opened in Coedpoeth, Wrexham, providing accessible and free food for all. Launching on August 1, the new cupboard has been generously supported by The Asda Champion, The Morrisons Champion and the Community Council.
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Flintshire butchers to expand business with new branch in Chester after 142 years
A POPULAR butchers based in Flintshire has confirmed it will open a second branch in Chester after 142-years in business. Hulsons has been loved by generations, proving incredibly successful on Wrexham Street in Mold. After first opening its
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Popular Wrexham pub gears up for sixth edition of summer festival
A popular Wrexham pub is putting the final touches to its popular annual music and beer festival which attracts hundreds of people from across the region. The Golden Lion in Rossett is hosting its ‘Live at the Lion’ festival over the bank holiday
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Flintshire residents share their views on three-weekly black bin collections
FLINTSHIRE residents have shared mixed feelings on black bin collections going to three-weekly. Flintshire Council has confirmed that changes from weekly collections of black blins to three-weekly collections will go-ahead, despite opposition
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Speed camera spots in North Wales this month from A483 to outside Wrexham school
There are set to be a more than 100 mobile speed cameras out and about North Wales during August. Speeding is one of the largest contributing factors to collisions on Welsh roads according to GoSafe - a partnership made up of authorities including
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Tourist suggests 'levelling off' Moel Famau as its 'steep for no reason'
Moel Famau and the surrounding which makes up Moel Famau Country Park attracts more than 200,000 visitors every year. Standing at 554m (1818ft) it is the highest summit in the Clwydian Range and offers views across the Vale of Clwyd to Snowdonia