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Milford school wins robotics challenge

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9 years ago

July 26, 2016

Milford Haven Junior School pupils: Winning first prize with their robot ‘Fandango’

PUPILS from Pembrokeshire have been learning how to build and program robots as part of a new educational project based in the Milford Haven Waterway this month, with Milford Haven Junior School pupils winning first prize.

The Port of Milford Haven teamed up with Dark Sky Wales and the Dragon LNG Darwin Experience to host the Waterway Robotics Challenge.

The event included five local schools, culminating within a grand finale at the Port’s headquarters.

The Year Six pupils were set the challenge of constructing a robot from a selection of specialist Lego kits . They then had to use coding to program the robots to navigate through a 3D model of the Waterway. Julia Szubb, Alex Cook, Gethin Picton and Jamie Bowles from Milford Haven Junior School won the competition with their robot ‘Fandango’.

Allan Trow from Dark Sky Wales said:

“I’d like to thank the Port of Milford Haven for the forward thinking shown in supporting this event. It has given around 150 pupils the opportunity to experience robotics and coding in a real world scenario, in line with the Welsh Government’s Digital Competency Framework. The participating students enjoyed the experience and now have a greater appreciation for the work the Port of Milford Haven does.”

Commenting on how the project went, Anna Malloy, PR and Communications Manager at the Port of Milford Haven, said:

“We’re really pleased with the success of the Waterway Robotics Challenge. The pupils really embraced the challenge and made every effort to complete it to the best of their ability. Working with Allan from Dark Sky Wales and the staff from Darwin has enabled us to engage in an innovative, hands-on way with local children. As well as stimulating interest in programming we hope we’ve inspired some of them to consider a career in the Port industry.”

Deputy Harbourmaster Steve Hardcastle awarded the winning team with a WH Smith voucher each, £500 in vouchers for IT equipment for their school and invited them to visit the Port’s new simulator suite which will be unveiled later this year. The simulator will be the first of its kind in the UK, enabling pilots and marine staff, internal and external, to carry out specialised training locally.

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Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

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3 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Lanterns and balloons released in emotional acts of remembrance

FAMILY, friends and members of the local community came together to remember Corrina Baker at a series of moving events held across west Wales this week.

Corrina’s funeral took place on Monday (Dec 15), a month after her death, with a public service held at St Mary’s Church. Mourners lined the route as her coffin was carried on its final journey in an elegant horse-drawn carriage, before a private cremation later took place at Parc Gwyn crematorium in Narberth.

Later that evening, shortly after 6:00pm, friends and relatives gathered at the Quayside in Cardigan for the first of two acts of remembrance to celebrate her life. Lanterns were lit and released into the night sky above the town as some of Corrina’s favourite songs were played.

On Tuesday afternoon (Dec 16), a second tribute was held near the location where Corrina was found. Twenty-one pink balloons — one for each year of her life — were released into a clear blue sky, each carrying personal messages in her memory.

Floral tributes continue to be laid at the Netpool, while a GoFundMe appeal set up in Corrina’s memory has raised more than £2,300. She has been described by those who knew her as “funny and bright”.

Dyfed-Powys Police have confirmed that their investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ms Baker’s death is ongoing. A 29-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail while inquiries continue.

(Photos: Stuart Ladd/Herald)

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Six untaxed vehicles seized in Milford Haven police operation

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4 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

SIX untaxed and abandoned vehicles were seized during a joint roads policing operation in Milford Haven on Tuesday morning.

Officers from the Milford Haven Neighbourhood Policing and Prevention Team (NPPT) worked alongside the Pembrokeshire Roads Policing Team as part of targeted enforcement across the town.

In addition to the vehicle seizures, a number of traffic offence reports were issued to drivers during the operation.

Police said the action formed part of ongoing efforts to improve road safety and tackle vehicle-related offences in the Milford Haven area.

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Candlelit carol service brings community together in Milford Haven

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4 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

ST KATHARINE and St Peter’s Church in Milford Haven hosted its annual Candlelit Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, bringing together members of the community for a traditional celebration of Christmas.

The service featured readings from the Mayor of Milford Haven, representatives of the Soroptimists, Milford Haven Amateur Operatic Society, the Headteacher and Head Prefects of Milford Haven School, Milford Haven Town Band, and NCI Wooltack Point.

Music for the evening was provided by organist Seimon Morris, Milford Haven Town Band and the Milford Haven Cluster Band, whose performances added to the atmosphere of the candlelit service.

The Friends of St Katharine and St Peter’s Church thanked all those involved and wished the community a happy Christmas.