Pembrokeshire News

Universal Free School Meals Roll-out to Commence in September

Pembrokeshire County Council welcome’s the Welsh Government’s rollout of universal primary free school meals.
From September, Full Time Reception and Years 1 and 2 will receive free school meals which will be extended to all primary school pupils by September 2023.

The food hub in Pembroke was launched

The food hub in Pembroke was launched yesterday
The community food hub in Pembroke will initially offer fresh fruit and vegetables with a view to growing produce range in the future.

Local Artist of the week: TINFACE 20/06/22

This is the second album to be released by Tinface aka Tim Facer of Pembroke Dock. The album is titled Twilight Zone and contains 12 self-penned tracks on which Tinface (aided here and there by Feasty Boothroyd on harmonica, Lee Mason on keyboards, and Steve Roberts on lead guitar) delivers his quirky and compelling brand of folk and country tinged indie-pop.

Charitable donations deliver up-to-date cardiac detection technology to Withybush Hospital

Thanks to charitable donations, patients at Withybush General Hospital’s Cardio Respiratory Department are benefitting from the latest equipment for diagnosing life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias.

New pilot scheme aims to help disabled people maintain mobility and independence

A new pilot scheme is being introduced this year to help disabled people access a parking space near their property if they don’t have a driveway.
Pembrokeshire County Council will be accepting applications for Disabled Persons Parking Places (DPPPs) from Monday 20th June for a six-week period.

60 year old walks 60km in a day to raise £6,000

On 5th July 2022, local man Derek Owen is turning 60, and to celebrate he will be walking 60 km (37.3 miles) on a route around South Pembrokeshire. He will be accompanied by Lydia May from The Three Mariners, Tenby and they aim to raise £6000 for Paul Sartori Foundation

Pembrokeshire Teenagers Daniel Davies & Grace Morris are International Weightlifting Champions

16 year old Daniel Davies and14 year old Grace Morris, both from Haverfordwest, have taken part in the Juniors Battle, being held in Austria.

Both have achieved amazing things!

Gwyl y Dysgwyr

A Welsh festival in Scolton Manor celebrating Welsh Learners in Scolton Manor

Discover meadows on your doorstep on Pembrokeshire Open Meadows Day

Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority is encouraging people to make the most of Pembrokeshire Open Meadows Day on Saturday 2 July, with gates opening to the public across the county to mark National Meadows Day.

Challenge Sportive, Fishguard

We wonder what could possibly be happening........

We wonder what could possibly be happening........

All will be revealed soon!

Pupils lead project to get parents to switch off engines at the school gates

Environmentally-minded pupils at Neyland Community School are encouraging parents and carers to ‘No Idle’ and tackle air pollution at the school gates.

UK’s Energy Capital Maps Out Low Carbon Vision

The Milford Haven Waterway Future Energy Cluster, which supplies 20% of the UK’s annual energy demand, maps out a vision to drive a 30 year multi-billion pound investment platform to deliver a secure, resilient, low carbon future.

Nicky Hayen Leaves Haverfordwest County

Pure West Sport's Ben Stone, caught up with Haverfordwest County Chairman, Rob Edwards, shortly after the news broke.

Boulevard Showbar launches exclusive ‘Up Close and Personal’ series

Ever wanted to find out what the real life of a celebrity is like? Ever wanted to find out what they get up to when they are not in the public eye?
Or have you simply wanted to know what happens behind the scenes on a TV show?

Those eligible urged to come forward as spring booster programme deadline approaches

Hywel Dda University Health Board (UHB) is reminding anyone who is eligible and has not yet come forward for their spring COVID-19 booster to take up their offer by the deadline of Thursday, 30 June 2022.

Haverfordwest is Changing!

Find out more: Friday 24th June, 10am – 12:00
It is an exciting time for Haverfordwest, and Pembrokeshire County Council would like to invite you to hear more about the multi-million pound investment and progressive plans for the regeneration of our County Town.

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower merchandise now available at Pembrokeshire libraries and leisure centres

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower merchandise is now available in Pembrokeshire’s leisure centres and libraries, as part of Pembrokeshire County Council’s commitment to undertake training and offer ongoing support to residents with hidden conditions.

Wales Community Food Distribution launch its first food hub

Wales Community Food Distribution, led by PLANED, is thrilled to launch its first food hub in June. The project facilitates volunteers to link with food producers and suppliers to have easy access to healthy and great value food.

New mobile visitor centre ready to help visitors gear up for the Pembrokeshire Coast

People visiting some of Pembrokeshire’s top beaches and events may soon encounter a new mobile information centre, with a specially converted van ready to hit the road and help people enjoy their visit.

PLANED’s full week of drop-in, community network events from Monday the 20th to Friday the 24th of June at Unit 26 Riverside, Haverfordwest.

PLANED community development charity will be holding a week of drop-in, community network events from Monday the 20th to Friday the 24th of June.

One year on and well over 100,000 visitors!

18th June marks the one-year anniversary of the re-opening Llys-y-Frân after a major redevelopment in 2021.
Following a £4million investment the site has gone from strength to strength in the past 12 months. Dwr Cymru Welsh Water were fortunate to receive £1.7 million of European Regional Development Funds through the Welsh Government.

What's In Dad's Shed?

Can guess what is in Dad's Shed on our Breakfast Show with Gina Jones

Remembering Phil Bennett

All of us here are deeply saddened to hear of the death of rugby legend, Phil Bennett.

Edge Festival Competition - Congratulations Ryan Shep!

Congratulations Ryan Shep!

We have teamed up with our friends at The Edge Festival Solva to give YOU a chance to win, 2 adult and 2 children's tickets, PLUS camping for the WHOLE WEEKEND!

Local Artist of the Week: MEGAN LOTE-WILLIAMS 13/06/22

Megan Lote-Williams is one of the three female leads in the Pembrokeshire produced feature film SCAM which premiered at Theatr Gwaun, Fishguard last month and is due to be shown again at the Torch Theatre, Milford Haven on July 8th.

Fishguard Netball end of season

Monday the 13th June saw Fishguard Netball Clubs last training session of the 2021/22 Netball season. They ended with their annual ‘PARENTS vs PLAYERS’ session.

Pub Walk for Parkinsons

An annual event to raise money for Parkinson's UK. Walking, talking and imbibing in pubs along the way.

Launch Event for Pembrokeshire Community Hub

PAVS, together with their partners, Hywel Dda Health Board, Pembrokeshire County Council, Public Health Wales, PLANED, Volunteering Matters and West Wales Action for Mental Health are pleased to announce the re-launch of Pembrokeshire Community Hub following a successful a Community Activity and Wellbeing Day, hosted at Scolton Manor Country Park, 6th June.

Family's tribute to 'hero' dad who died in beach tragedy

The family of a 47-year-old man who died in a tragic accident at a Ceredigion beach have paid tribute to their “hero”.
Dyfed-Powys Police were called to Poppit Sands, St Dogmaels, at around 8.40pm on Friday, 10 June, by air ambulance who reported that a number of people had been caught in a riptide.

Haverfordwest multi-storey car park to close on Monday June 20th ahead of demolition and new Public Transport Interchange development

The Haverfordwest multi-storey car park at Cartlett Road will close to the public on Monday 20th June and remain out of use while the existing facility is demolished and a new Public Transport Interchange built.
Following the closure works will begin on an initial strip out of the building ahead of full demolition.

Share your photos of the Pembrokeshire Coast for a chance to snap up some top prizes

The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park means different things to different people, being a home, a place of work or a favourite holiday-spot for many over the past 70 years.

Sandy Bear Children’s Bereavement Charity Pure West Radios' chosen Charity of the Year 2022-2023

Sandy Bear Children’s Bereavement Charity Pure West Radios' chosen Charity of the Year 2022-2023.
We are please to announce that Sandy Bear is our Chosen Charity of the Year!

Work to start at Tudor Place development

Work is due to start next month (July 2022) on the Tudor Place development site in Tiers Cross.
Following the previous contractor going into administration in July 2021, the Council is pleased to confirm the contract has now been awarded to Tycroes Group Ltd. and the new builds should be ready for occupation in June 2023.

Fishguard health centre – come and have your say

Hywel Dda University Health Board (UHB) is moving forward with plans to develop the Fishguard Integrated Health and Well-being Centre in Pembrokeshire.

Further drop-in event on planned Brynhir housing development

A further informal drop-in event is to be held next week on the planned Brynhir housing development in Tenby.
Following a previous event in March to hear residents’ aspirations and expectations for the development, the consultation has now moved to the next phase.

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