Community

Sea Cadet receives High Sheriff award

Published

11 years ago

March 19, 2015

Tom Sinclair

Award winner: Liam Murphy
acknowledged for his fight against
adversity.

LOCAL Sea Cadet, Liam Murphy, received a High Sheriff of Dyfed Young Persons Award on Saturday February 28. Liam who is 14 years old, attends Ysgol Dewi Sant and is a Cadet at the Fishguard Sea Cadets.

His proud mother, Sara Murphy, explained what the award meant to her, saying: “Liam, since a very young age, has had numerous operations in Morriston Hospital and great Great Ormond Street Hospital for corrective surgery to his right hand and both his feet. Liam was born with Amniotic band syndrome, which is why he has had 14 operations. 1 in 24,000 babies are born with what Liam has and, as a result, he has spent so many years being so limited. Liam’s right hand was affected along with both his feet, and he has only a little toe on his left foot and two small toes on his right, so the fact he can do drill and march, etc, is really pretty amazing!”

She went on to extol the virtues of his cadet membership, saying: “He joined the Fishguard Sea Cadets, at Skirmisher, in September 2013. Since joining the Cadets he has gained confidence, both academically and physically, and he is participating in the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme, as he enjoys participating in all sorts of activities with the Fishgaurd Sea Cadets. Liam’s award will go towards a trip on TS Royalist in late August, which will benefit Liam greatly.”

Handing out the award was the High Sheriff of Dyfed, Elinor Jones, who complemented Liam on his achievements, and his overcoming of the aforementioned health issues.

Community

Milford paddling pool could close after rowdy adults seen throwing glass bottles

Published

4 hours ago

May 25, 2026

Tom Sinclair

MILFORD HAVEN TOWN COUNCIL has warned that the town’s paddling pool could be drained and closed if anti-social behaviour continues.

The warning follows an incident today in which rowdy adults were reportedly drinking alcohol from glass bottles inside the pool enclosure and throwing a glass bottle around.

The council also said people were seen smoking cannabis just outside the gate.

In a statement, Milford Haven Town Council said the behaviour was “highly dangerous, irresponsible and inconsiderate” and “cannot and will not be tolerated”.

The council warned: “If this sort of behaviour continues we will have no choice but to consider draining and closing the pool.”

The paddling pool is run voluntarily by a dedicated group of councillors for the benefit of local families and visitors.

The council is now urging people to act responsibly so the facility can remain open and be enjoyed safely by everyone.

Community

Choir to sing at ten bandstands in one day for Alzheimer’s charity

Published

4 hours ago

May 25, 2026

Tom Sinclair

Côr Meibion De Cymru will begin its South Wales challenge at Milford Haven before finishing in Cardiff

A WELSH male voice choir will sing at ten bandstands in one day as part of an ambitious charity challenge across South Wales.

Côr Meibion De Cymru, the South Wales Male Choir, will begin its Ten Bandstands Challenge at The Rath in Milford Haven at 7:00am on Sunday, May 31.

The choir will then travel east, performing short concerts at Tenby, Carmarthen, Kidwelly, Llandeilo, Neath, Barry Island, Penarth and Newport before finishing at Victoria Park in Cardiff at around 8:00pm.

The event is being held in aid of Alzheimer’s Society Cymru, with organisers aiming to raise £5,000.

The choir says the challenge is intended to create a “red wave of singing” across South Wales, while celebrating the Welsh male voice choir tradition and showing that it remains a powerful part of Welsh cultural life.

The full schedule is:

Milford Haven, The Rath: 7:00am to 7:20am
Tenby, Castle Hill: 8:25am to 8:45am
Carmarthen, Carmarthen Park: 9:55am to 10:15am
Kidwelly, Parc Y Bocs: 11:00am to 11:20am
Llandeilo, Penlan Park: 12:30pm to 1:00pm
Neath, Victoria Gardens: 2:00pm to 2:20pm
Barry Island, Friars Road: 3:55pm to 4:20pm
Penarth, Windsor Gardens: 5:10pm to 5:30pm
Newport, Belle Vue Park: 6:35pm to 6:55pm
Cardiff, Victoria Park: 7:50pm to 8:10pm

Organisers say timings may vary slightly depending on traffic on the day.

The challenge is being promoted as a celebration of music, community and Welsh identity, while raising money for a cause that affects families across Wales.

More information and donations are available through the choir’s JustGiving campaign.

Community

Police issue A477 crash appeal after five taken to hospital

Published

6 hours ago

May 25, 2026

Tom Sinclair

FIVE people were taken to hospital, three with serious injuries, following a collision on the A477 between Llanteg and Red Roses on Sunday (May 24).

Dyfed-Powys Police said the crash happened at around 5:00pm and involved a grey Honda Civic i-VTEC and a white Kia Soul 2.

A 23-year-old man has been arrested and remains in police custody.

Officers are appealing for anyone who was driving on the A477 at around the time of the collision, or who may have dash-cam footage of either vehicle before the crash, to come forward.

Police said visitors to Pembrokeshire who may not know the area should check their route in case they were travelling along the A477 at the relevant time.

Anyone with information can contact Dyfed-Powys Police online, by emailing [email protected], by direct message on social media, or by calling 101.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Quote reference: 326 of May 24.