Community

Honours medal presentation ceremony held at County Hall

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3 years ago

May 10, 2023

HIS MAJESTY’S Lord-Lieutenant of Dyfed, Miss Sara Edwards, praised the outstanding achievements of four Pembrokeshire residents as she presented them with their insignia in a prestigious medal ceremony held recently at Haverfordwest.

Hosted by the Chairman of Pembrokeshire County Council, Cllr Pat Davies, the event took place in the Council Chamber at County Hall. The Lord-Lieutenant was assisted by Cadet Ben Power.

The ceremony consisted of the presentation of an honorary Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE), two British Empire Medals (BEM) and a Queen’s RVS Platinum Jubilee Award.

Mrs Patricia Mawuli Porter OBE, founding director of Metal Seagulls and Fafali Aircraft in Haverfordwest, was presented with an Honorary Officer of the Order of the British Empire for services to aviation. The OBE is awarded for a Distinguished Regional or County-wide role in any field, through achievement or service to the community including notable practitioners known nationally. The first certified female civilian pilot in Ghana, and only black female aircraft inspector for the LAA and BMAA in the UK, Patricia is an inspiration, mentor and role model within the aviation and wider community.

Mrs Patricia Mawuli Porter OBE who was presented with an honorary Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE), for services to aviation

The British Empire Medal is awarded for meritorious civil or military service worthy of recognition by the Crown. It rewards a sustained, local contribution or innovative, high-impact work.

Veteran sports journalist and fundraiser Mr William Carne BEM, of Treffgarne, was presented with a British Empire Medal for services to sport and charity.

Mr William Carne BEM who was presented with a British Empire Medal for services to sport and charity

Mrs Yvonne Evans BEM, parish clerk to Marloes and St Brides Community Council for 43 years, was presented with a British Empire Medal for voluntary services to the community in Pembrokeshire.

WI member Mrs Leah Pitman of Fishguard was presented with the Queen’s RVS Platinum Jubilee Award for her work with members of the Pembrokeshire Federation of the WI to create and co-ordinate the distribution of many handmade items to people in need. The award celebrates the generosity and dedication of volunteers who do extraordinary things every day.

Mrs Yvonne Evans BEM who was presented with a British Empire Medal for voluntary services to the community in Pembrokeshire.

His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Dyfed, Miss Sara Edwards said: “I am so delighted to meet all of these inspirational Pembrokeshire residents and to congratulate them all most warmly on behalf of His Majesty The King.

Mrs Leah Pitman of Fishguard who was presented with the Queen’s RVS Platinum Jubilee Award.

“They are truly an inspiration to us all in the community.”

Also in attendance were the invited guests of the medal recipients, and the Leader of Pembrokeshire County Council, Cllr David Simpson.

Community

Narbelles WI support Food Bank with festive donation

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10 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Group marks December meeting with charity collection and Christmas celebrations

NARBELLES WI rounded off the year with a festive December meeting featuring a bring-and-share buffet, party games and a Secret Santa gift exchange.

Members also used the occasion to support families in need across the county, collecting food items and presenting a £120 cheque to Ann Watling from Pembrokeshire Food Bank. The donation represents the proceeds of the group’s bucket collection during Narberth Civic Week 2024.

A spokesperson for the WI said the group was delighted to finish the year “with fun, friendship and a chance to give something back to the community.”

(Photo: Narbelles WI members presenting the cheque to Ann Watling, Pembrokeshire Food Bank.)

Community

Annual charity carol service raises funds for good causes

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1 day ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

MID and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service held its annual Charity Carol Service on Wednesday (Dec 10) at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel in Crymych.

The event brought together members of the local community alongside Fire Service staff for an evening of carols, readings and festive refreshments, marking the Christmas season in a warm and inclusive atmosphere.

This year’s service supported two important charities — the Fire Fighters Charity and Cancer Research Wales — with all proceeds going directly towards their ongoing work.

A total of £597 was raised on the night, which will be shared equally between the two charities.

The Service thanked the congregation at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel for hosting the event, as well as everyone who gave their time, support and generosity to make the evening such a success.

Community

3 Amigos toy bike run under way across Pembrokeshire

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1 day ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Castle Inn fun runners back festive charity event

THE ANNUAL 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run is under way this afternoon (Saturday), with hundreds of motorcyclists setting off from Pembroke to raise funds for children’s services.

Riders gathered at The Commons car park in Pembroke from around midday before departing shortly after 1:00pm. The festive convoy is travelling along its traditional route, taking in Pembroke Dock and continuing through parts of the county including Neyland, Milford Haven and Haverfordwest.

The event is organised by the 3 Amigos and Dollies Motorcycle Group and has become a much-anticipated Christmas tradition in west Wales, with toys and donations collected for children receiving care within the Hywel Dda University Health Board area.

Also supporting the event are fun runners from the Castle Inn in Pembroke, who have been fundraising in aid of the 3 Amigos. The group are pictured alongside participants from today’s run.

The 3 Amigos have been raising funds for children’s wards and health charities for more than twenty-five years, with their Easter and Christmas events continuing to make a positive difference to young patients and their families.

Organisers have thanked the public for their support and asked road users to be mindful of the large convoy as it passes through towns and villages this afternoon.

Photo caption:
Festive fundraising: Fun runners from the Castle Inn, Pembroke, pictured supporting the 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run (Pic: Martin Cavaney/Herald)