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A third of Wrexham criminals reoffend within a year, new figures confirm
NEW FIGURES from Ministry of Justice have revealed the number of criminals who reoffend after release in Wrexham and Flintshire. In Wrexham, a third of criminals reoffend within a year of their conviction or release from prison. Charity Catch
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North Wales Police aims to strengthen its commitment to the Welsh language
NORTH Wales Police is further strengthening its commitment to the Welsh language by making it a protected characteristic. The language already has equal status with English and is widely used on a daily basis in all business areas, but Chief Constable
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Councillor welcomes 800+ applications to change 20mph speed limit on roads
A FLINTSHIRE councillor has welcomed the fact that hundreds of applications have been made to undo controversial 20mph speed limits on roads in the county. The Leader reported last week how Flintshire Council had received more than 800 requests
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Baker agrees to remain with North Wales Crusaders into 2025 season
NORTH WALES CRUSADERS have confirmed another signing for next season. The club has confirmed that Kenny Baker has signed a new deal which will extend his stay at the Colwyn Bay-based club until the end of the 2025 season. This is further good
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Connah's Quay fighter Jack produces a champion effort in Thailand
WHAT a comeback it has been for a Flintshire fighter. Twelve months ago, Connah’s Quay’s Jack Shaw suffered a nasty knee injury and this kept him out of action for quite some time. However, he has since recovered from this in some style - and
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New players need to have good personality says North Wales Crusaders' coach
CARL FORSTER says the quality of new signings is a big priority, but it’s not the main one for the North Wales Crusaders. Plans are already advanced for the 2025 season, with Colwyn Bay-based Crusaders securing a number of signings. These include
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Athletic ability is main difference says Wrexham manager Parkinson
MANY people would anticipate a step-up in skill level will be the main issue facing Wrexham in League One this season. However, Reds’ boss Phil Parkinson has a different opinion. Parkinson has led Wrexham to back-to-back promotions for the
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Office relocation allows extra capacity for growing Flintshire business
DEESIDE Parkway Business Centre has rented out one of its more spacious offices to a growing Flintshire business. NES Service Group Limited now proudly occupies circa 3,000 sq ft at Parkway Business Centre, a tactical business move supporting its
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Dog ban for thug whose 'XL Bully' bit man's leg during street attack
A MAN has been jailed and banned from keeping dogs after a street attack left his victim with significant injuries. Darrell Roberts, of Maes y Gornel in Rhos, appeared at Mold Crown Court on Wednesday afternoon for sentencing. The 33-year-old
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Work finally set to start on Newbridge Road repairs, councillor says
REPAIR work on the Newbridge Road landslip is finally set to commence, a councillor has said. The B5605 situated between Cefn Mawr and Chirk has been closed since Storm Christoph in January 2021. Work has yet to start on the road, causing
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A-ha! James McClean signs a new contract to stay at Wrexham AFC until 2026
JAMES MCCLEAN has signed a new contract with Wrexham which will keep him at The Racecourse for the next two seasons. Former Republic of Ireland international McClean, who joined the Reds a year ago, has signed a new deal until the end of the 2025
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Wrexham woman opens mini cake shop out of renovated shed
A WREXHAM woman has opened a mini cake shop in a shed outside her home. Emily Francis-Headon, from New Broughton, lauched The Curious Cakery earlier this year. She makes all the products from her kitchen, and has renovated an old caravan which
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Deeside-based Shotwick club is so proud of Olympic sailor Grube
A FORMER club of an Olympic sailor is keeping a close eye on his progress in France. Olympic sailing competitions are ongoing in Marseilles and Deeside-based Shotwick Lake Sailing Club members are taking a keen interest in the progress of one of
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O'Connell says Wrexham will embrace the underdogs tag in League One
EOGHAN O’CONNELL says Wrexham are comfortable adopting an ‘underdog tag’ when the new League One season gets underway. O’Connell has been a vital part of the Reds’ backline during back-to-back promotion-winning campaigns and Wrexham are now preparing
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Versatility of O'Connor and Evans will be key for Wrexham in League One
TOM O’CONNOR and George Evans’ versatility will be key in Wrexham’s League One campaign this season. Both players signed new deals in the summer and Reds boss Parkinson was delighted to tie them down. Brought in from League One outfit Burton
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Wrexham Roundtable awards grants to six local charities and organisations
WREXHAM's Roundtable organisation has generously donated to not one, but SIX local organisations to make a difference to the community. For over seven-years, the Wrexham Round Table has been a fantastic charity organisation offering financial aid
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Average speed cameras for hazardous A550 Welsh Road planned
HOPES have been raised that speeding scares will be reduced along a main road near Ellesmere Port where there have been many accidents over the years. National Highways managers have told Ellesmere Port and Neston MP Justin Madders that average
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Wrexham charity team "immensely proud" of inspection report
A WREXHAM-based charity providing learning, support and care for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities and/or autism across, has received a positive inspection. Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) visited MacIntyre in Wrexham in
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Brother of Wales and Premier League star confirmed as Denbigh Town's latest signing
DENBIGH TOWN FC have confirmed the signing of the brother of a Premier League and Wales star. Neco Williams, 23, is a household name in the football world by now, having earned 38 caps for Wales and played for the likes of Liverpool, Fulham and
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Inspirational woman wins gold in three different events at Transplant Games
A WOMAN who grew up in Wrexham scooped gold medals in three different events at the Transplant Games. Ruth Hayes, who grew up in Borras before moving to Cornwall, took home gold medals in table tennis, tennis and badminton at last weekend's event
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"Listen to your instincts" - Flintshire library guest's top writing tips
LIBRARY LIFE Gladstone's Library, Hawarden By Rhian Waller - Gladstone's Library PR and marketing This month, Gladstone's Library will welcome Vanessa Gebbie. Vanessa is an experienced creative writing tutor, novelist (The Coward's Tale
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Worries over impact of losing Llangollen's public toilets discussed at public meeting
OVER 100 PEOPLE turned up to a meeting to discuss the future of public toilets in Llangollen. In April, the Leader reported that the future of public toilets in the town 'remained uncertain' as the town council sought further information. Denbighshire
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Defeat at Colwyn Bay sees Holywell beaten in league for first time this year
MICHAEL WILDE claimed his first victory as Colwyn Bay manager with a fine 2-0 verdict at home to defending Cymru North champions Holywell Town. In the battle of the last two league champions, the Seagulls gained their first victory since suffering
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Wrexham city centre shop refurbishment and apartment plans approved
Plans to refurbish a shop in Wrexham city centre and create an apartment on the upper floors have been approved. An application was submitted in February to carry out changes to a property located at the entrance to Wrexham's Central Arcade on
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Wrexham set to play the 'underdog card' when new season starts
PHIL PARKINSON says Wrexham aren’t the big boys anymore as they prepare for Saturday’s kick-off. The Reds are getting ready for their first season in League One in close to two decades after securing back-to-back promotions. While acknowledging
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Scarr praises Rooney for not standing in the way of his Wrexham AFC move
WREXHAM’S new signing Dan Scarr has praised Wayne Rooney for not standing in his way in making what he calls his ‘exciting’ move to The Racecourse. Centre back Scarr signed a deal with Wrexham last Friday after leaving Plymouth Argyle where ex-England
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Magi Ann, newspaper archives and more with Wrexham libraries
Magi Ann visits the library Magi Ann is the protagonist of a series of stories for children, and she is now one of the favourite characters of young children in Wales. Magi Ann loves visiting children and families at community events all over the
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Man put behind bars after drunkenly strangling wife during argument
A WREXHAM man has been jailed after a "momentary loss of control" whilst drunk saw him strangle his wife. Romulus Jurj, of Brynycabanau Road in Wrexham, appeared at Mold Crown Court for sentence on Wednesday. The 49-year-old had previously
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Buckley Traveller site plans refused due concerns residents would be 'cramped'
Plans to create a Traveller site in Buckley have been refused due to concerns residents would not have enough space. An application was submitted in March by the owner of Bryn y Pys Farm on Well Street to create a facility with five Traveller pitches
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Dog fighting reports continue to rise in Wales, RSPCA warn
THE NUMBER of incidents reported to and investigated by the RSPCA in Wales has risen dramatically in the last four years, exclusive figures reveal. The number of dogfighting incidents reported to the RSPCA is on the rise, increasing 21% from 2020
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Know your history? Here's your chance to become a Mold Town Guide ...
A TOWN COUNCIL in Flintshire is on the lookout for people to become town guides. Mold Town Council is searching for volunteers to come and share their knowledge of the town and learn from others. A couple of months ago, local Historian David
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Wrexham hair stylist strikes gold at prestigious national awards ceremony
A WREXHAM hair stylist struck gold at a national industry awards. Emma Jones, of New Wave Hair in Wrexham city centre, scooped the Creative Colorist Gold award at this year’s prestigious Global Creative Awards National Finals. Held at The
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Red Arrows will NOT be flying over Flintshire and Wrexham tomorrow - here's why
THE RED Arrows won't be flying over Flintshire and Wrexham tomorrow, it has been confirmed. They were due to fly over parts of the two counties on Thursday morning on their way to RAF Valley on Anglesey for a private RAF families event. However
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New owners of Hotel Wrexham behind old registry office luxury apartment plans
THE NEW Hotel Wrexham owners are "excited" to have received planning approval to convert the old registry office Wrexham into the first apart-hotel in the city centre. Dan Gillon and Steven Hesketh, who have taken over Hotel Wrexham, have been
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LIVE: Breaking news across Wrexham and Flintshire this morning
8:54am Our top stories this morning: New owners of Hotel Wrexham behind old registry office luxury apartment
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Get nostalgic with photos of fashionistas, school days and more
Today we look at more moments from the Leader's image archive, featuring lots of memories. Do you recognise yourself? Don't forget to tag friends or family if you recognise them. Do you have photos from the past you would like to share?
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"Don't turn to drink and drugs to deal with problems" - plea to drivers
MOTORISTS have been urged not to turn to drugs and alcohol as a means of dealing with their personal problems. The Leader covers drink and drug-drive cases in our area's courts on a very regular basis. Often, we have heard from defending solicitors
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Wrexham's Robert Guy set for West End debut with The Voice Kids star
A conductor from Wrexham is set to make his West End debut at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London. Robert Guy, 36, who was recently appointed as principal conductor of the Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, will conduct a 30-piece London