News

RSPB finds new home

Published

11 years ago

November 27, 2013

FOLLOWING the launch of RSPB’s “Give Nature a Home” campaign, a local company has answered the call by providing the charity itself with a new home.

When John and Tegwen Burns learned that the RSPB Three Rivers Futurescapes project would have a strategic centre in Burns Pet Nutrition’s home town of Kidwelly, they were keen to do what they could to help.

The Futurescapes projects look at conservation on a landscape level and aim to bring local communities together with a wide range of organisations. Burns has provided the Three Rivers team with an operational base within the company’s own head office as well as the use of a company car.

John Clark, Futurescapes Manager for RSPB Cymru commented: “Without the generous support of Burns’ Pet Nutrition, RSPB Cymru would not be able to deploy essential staff committed to sustaining the beautiful natural heritage of Carmarthenshire.

“Our ambitious ‘Three Rivers Futurescape’ landscape -scale conservation partnership aims to link the work of environmental organisations, communities and local groups around the Three Rivers estuaries, Gwendraeth valleys and Llanelli.

“Without our ‘on the ground’ conservation and community engagement staff in Kidwelly, it would be impossible for RSPB Cymru to work with our partners on wetland management, species conservation and environmental education projects in Carmarthenshire.”

Penlan Farm -Burns’ conservation award-winning farm on the outskirts of Kidwelly, is located within the Three Rivers area. As well as producing seasonal vegetables and free-range eggs for the company’s moist pet food range, the farm aims to be a flagship site showing that conservation and commercial farming can successfully coexist.

Over the next twelve months the farm will host a series of conservation and wildlife events to help encourage others to support their local wildlife.A former vet with a practice at Whitland, John Burns, now Managing Director of Burns Pet Nutrition, remarked: “Conservation and community engagement are an important part of the Burns ethos. We believe that projects such as Futurescapes can only benefit both the local and wider community.”

Crime

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

Published

8 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.