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Dozens of girls enjoy a summer sports taster at Ysgol Bro Gwaun

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MORE than 40 girls have taken part in a range of different sports as part of a Sport Pembrokeshire Us Girls event.

Sports ranging from gymnastics and archery to taekwondo and zorb balling were on offer at Ysgol Bro Gwaun on July 7.

The Year 7 pupils enjoyed the activities led by local community clubs and providers, assisted by Young Ambassadors from the school.

Other activities included fitness, cricket, netball, hockey and rowing.

Water and fruit was kindly donated by Princes Gate and Morrisons and goodies donated by Meigan Design, Crefftau Meigan Fach, Boots and Hair Syrup.

Dan Bellis from Sport Pembrokeshire, said: “We had a fantastic fun filled morning of activities and a great time was had by all.

“A big thanks to all the girls for their energy, effort and enthusiasm and to all the delivers and local providers for supporting this event.

“It was lovely to hear comments that it had been a fun day in school, even for those pupils who would normally not enjoy sports.”

 

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Tenby pedestrianisation permit applications to open

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RESIDENTS and businesses in Tenby’s Walled Town are being urged to apply for vehicle access permits ahead of this year’s summer pedestrianisation scheme.

Pembrokeshire County Council said the annual scheme is due to begin on Monday, July 6, and run until Friday, September 11.

The restrictions will operate daily between 11:00am and 5:30pm.

As in previous years, the Walled Town will be divided into three zones, with each zone having different levels of vehicle access.

Full details of the scheme, including the online application form, will be available from Friday, May 1, on the council’s website at www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/tenby-pedestrianisation

Residents and businesses within the Walled Town are being encouraged to complete the application process as soon as possible once the documents go live.

The council said this will allow enough time for applications to be processed and for any additional checks to be carried out if further information is needed.

Permits are expected to be issued approximately seven to ten days before the scheme begins.

Paper application forms and guidance notes will no longer be delivered to residents and businesses within the Walled Town, meaning all permit requests must now be submitted online.

Permit holders are also being encouraged to continue planning journeys outside the restricted hours of 11:00am to 5:30pm wherever practical, in order to support the smooth running of the scheme.

Further information is available by emailing [email protected].

 

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Search launched for Wales Woman Farmer of the Year

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NOMINATIONS are now open for the 28th Wales Woman Farmer of the Year Award, celebrating the vital contribution made by women across Welsh agriculture.

NFU Cymru, together with sponsor NFU Mutual, has launched the search for the 2026 winner of the prestigious award, which recognises the role women play in farming businesses, rural communities and the wider agricultural industry.

Now in its 28th year, the NFU Cymru/NFU Mutual Wales Woman Farmer of the Year competition has highlighted women from a wide range of farming sectors and backgrounds across Wales.

The winner of the 2026 award will receive £500 and a Welsh Royal Crystal bowl.

The closing date for nominations is Friday, May 29. The award will be presented on Thursday, July 23, on the NFU Cymru stand at the Royal Welsh Show.

NFU Cymru Deputy President Paul Williams, who will be one of this year’s judges, said: “The Wales Woman Farmer of the Year Award is there to champion the contribution that women make to farming businesses and wider rural life.

“Over the many years we’ve been holding this prestigious award, we’ve had a variety of winners, all representing different sectors and parts of the farming industry, and we look forward to receiving applications for the 2026 title and celebrating this great award.”

Heather Holgate, NFU Cymru Group Secretary and NFU Mutual Agent, who will judge the competition alongside Paul Williams, said: “For generations, women have played a crucial role in Welsh agriculture, from running farm businesses to leading diversification enterprises to increase farm income, and NFU Mutual is proud to support this award.

“We hope the award inspires other women in Wales to take centre stage and influence farming in the future.”

Anyone interested in entering, or nominating someone for the Wales Woman Farmer of the Year 2026 title, can visit the NFU Cymru website to complete an application form.

Forms are also available from the NFU Cymru office by calling 01982 554200.

 

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Pedestrian taken to hospital after Pembroke Dock collision

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POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a collision involving a car and a pedestrian in Pembroke Dock.

Dyfed-Powys Police said the incident happened on Pembroke Road at around 3:20pm on Wednesday (Apr 29).

Officers attended the scene alongside ambulance crews and the road was closed while emergency services dealt with the incident.

The pedestrian was taken to hospital, but police said their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.

The road reopened at approximately 5:35pm.

Anyone who witnessed the collision, or who has dash-cam footage which could assist the investigation, is asked to contact Dyfed-Powys Police.

Police can be contacted online at dyfed-powys.police.uk/contact, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101.

Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, or via crimestoppers-uk.org.

Quote reference: 26000338887.

 

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