Community

Free ‘Get Online Week’ workshops for those not on-line

Published

12 years ago

November 25, 2014

Tom Sinclair

Get online: Residents living in Pembrokeshire are being encouraged to
sign up for a series of free workshops

RESIDENTS living in Pembrokeshire who are unable to use computers or the internet are being encouraged to sign up for a series of free workshops to equip them with the skills they need to benefit from the digital revolution. Special events are being held across the area next week to mark ‘Get Online Week,’ a nationwide drive to encourage people without these skills to learn how to log on and start using the worldwide web in their daily lives.

Latest figures show that almost one in five Welsh adults has never used the internet; many of these being older people or those living in disadvantaged communities. Running from 13 to 19 October, Get Online Week is a UK-wide campaign that is supported in Wales by digital inclusion project Communities 2.0. Events run by Communities 2.0 will be held across Wales, including the ‘First Click Course’ in Milford Haven Library on Monday 13 October at 10am and an ‘iPad Digital Photography’ workshop in Tenby Library at 10am on Wednesday 15 October. Further events in Pembrokeshire include an ‘iPad e-Commerce’ session at Tenby Library at 10am on Thursday 16 October.

Communities 2.0, a Welsh Government programme part funded by the European Regional Development Fund, is encouraging residents to attend these events during Get Online Week to gain basic computer skills that could transform their lives. Cathryn Marcus of Communities 2.0: “Communities 2.0 is encouraging people to attend one of the events in their area over the coming week to access free training and advice in order to help them undertake online tasks such as shopping and banking with ease. “Four out of five people in Wales already use the internet and many of them are very good at it, but there are still 20% who still can’t use the web and are missing out on huge opportunities to alter the way they go about their day-to-day lives as a result.

Online shopping, banking, learning or entertainment, staying in closer touch with family and friends or accessing important public services including health services can all make a positive difference to people’s wellbeing. She added: “The internet is a real enabler in modern society but, with one fifth of the population still without digital skills, and more and more services moving away from the high street to the internet, Get Online Week is a timely reminder of the importance of helping people to become digitally literate.” Further information is available from 0845 474 8282 or from local libraries, drop-in centres, post offices or other community venues.

Community

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

Published

11 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

11 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

13 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.