News

First aid summer service returns

Published

9 years ago

August 11, 2016

First aid service: Will be based at Tenby Hospital

THE FIRST AID summer service returned to Tenby this week, thanks to a collaboration between Hywel Dda UHB and St John Wales.

The service, which began on Monday (Jul 18), was successfully provided over weekends and bank holidays over the previous three summer holidays.

It will be based at Tenby Hospital and be run by a group of skilled individuals who will use their experience of providing first aid at public events to give top quality care to people visiting the hospital.

Hywel Dda UHB County Director and Commissioner for Pembrokeshire, Sue Lewis, said: “The service proved very successful in previous years and we are delighted to commission this service to St John Cymru Wales, who are widely recognised as a provider of first aid across Wales.”

The service will run from Monday (Jul 18) until September 5 and will be open from 11am until 6pm daily.

The types of injuries that can be treated under this service are:

• Minor abrasions, superficial cuts and wounds

• Sprains and strains

• Eye complaints such as sand in the eye

• Removal of items from the skin such as a splinter or shell

• Minor burns including sunburn

A triage and treat service will also be offered alongside the summer service in Glen Pharmacy, Tenby, and The Pharmacy, Saundersfoot, as part of an existing initiative.

Through this service, some minor complaints or injuries can be treated successfully in the pharmacy. The pharmacist will look at your injury and make a decision as to whether they can ‘treat’ you there or if you need to seek treatment from another healthcare professional. If the injury is too serious to be treated in the pharmacy, you will be given advice about where to go.

Community pharmacies are also able to give advice and provide over the counter remedies for common conditions such as coughs, colds, allergic reactions, and emergency contraception. For more information on which service is right for you, visit: www.hywelddahb.wales.nhs.uk/ choosewell

In addition to the service provided in Tenby Hospital and participating pharmacies, RNLI lifeguards based on beaches across the county will assist the Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust by providing life support on scene in isolated locations and respond as part of the Trust’s Community First Responder scheme.

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

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)

Community

Six untaxed vehicles seized in Milford Haven police operation

Published

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.

Community

Candlelit carol service brings community together in Milford Haven

Published

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.