News

Charity lands a fishy donation

Published

11 years ago

November 21, 2013

A FISHING therapy charity, which helps women cope with breast cancer, has landed a donation.

Casting for Recovery has been handed a £200 cheque from money raised at this summer’s Pembrokeshire Fish Week Festival. The cheque was handed over to charity member Nica Prichard by Councillor David Pugh, Cabinet Member for Economy and Tourism, at County Hall this week.

Nica, from Newport, is a former Welsh international fly fisher and long time volunteer for the charity.

“We’re very grateful for the money. Apart from the support we get from the Countryside Alliance, we are dependent on donations,” she said.

“We hope to make people aware that life doesn’t stop if you have breast cancer.”

First set up in 1996, Casting for Recovery provides opportunity for women, whose lives have been profoundly affected by breast cancer, to gather on three – day retreats in a natural setting to learn the sport of fly fishing. As well as learning to cast and simply unwind in the countryside women are also offered advice, support and education. Six retreats are held around UK and Ireland every year with 14 women attending each course.

“Most of the women who attend have never touched a rod in their lives before and what’s exciting is the number, who take up the sport afterwards,” said Nica.

Councillor David Pugh said he was delighted Fish Week could help such an inspirational cause.

For more information about charity please visit www.castingforrecovery.org.uk

Crime

Mother admits to killing seven-year-old son in Haverfordwest

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32 mins ago

November 22, 2024

Luke Sinclair

A mother has admitted to the manslaughter of her seven-year-old son at their home in Haverfordwest, citing diminished responsibility.

Papaipit Linse, 43, appeared at Swansea Crown Court on Friday (Nov 22), where she denied murder but pleaded guilty to manslaughter in connection with the death of her son, Louis Linse. Prosecutor Caroline Rees KC confirmed the manslaughter plea would be accepted, stating it “did not come as a surprise” to the prosecution.

The incident occurred on 10 January when police were called to a property on Upper Market Street. Louis was rushed to Withybush General Hospital but tragically died shortly afterwards.

During the hearing, Linse, who spoke only to confirm her name and enter her pleas, was informed that she would be sentenced on 13 December. Judge Paul Thomas KC described the case as “clearly a very sensitive as well as a very tragic case.”

The court was told that Linse is currently receiving treatment at the Caswell Clinic, a mental health facility in Bridgend. Psychiatric evidence is expected to be presented during the sentencing hearing to provide further insight into the circumstances surrounding the case.

Community

Council warns of icy conditions as temperatures drop

Published

14 hours ago

November 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ROAD users in Pembrokeshire are being urged to exercise caution tonight as temperatures are forecast to dip below freezing.

Pembrokeshire County Council has announced that road surface temperatures could reach as low as -2°C, with the possibility of sleet or snow on higher ground. In response, precautionary salting of the county’s primary routes will be carried out this evening and overnight.

A spokesperson for the council said: “Road users are advised to take care if travelling on untreated roads.”

Motorists are reminded to plan ahead and drive carefully, particularly in areas that may not have been treated.

Stay tuned to The Herald for updates on road conditions and weather warnings.

Community

Stallholders wanted for Milford Haven Christmas Market

Published

14 hours ago

November 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

MILFORD HAVEN BUSINESS CIRCLE is calling for stallholders to join the town’s festive Christmas Market, set to bring holiday cheer on Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7, 2024.

The market will take place at the Lower Charles Street Car Park, promising a vibrant mix of stalls and attractions. Organizers are seeking a variety of vendors, including those offering gifts, children’s toys and games, food, cakes, flowers, and more.

There’s also an open invitation for someone with small children’s rides to add to the festive fun. A highlight of the event will be the Grinch’s Grotto, offering an entertaining twist to this year’s celebrations.

If you’re interested in having a stall, contact the Milford Haven Business Circle via email at [email protected] for more information.