News

Police operation follows ‘violent threats’

Published

11 years ago

March 28, 2014

DYFED-POWYS POLICE responded to the reports of an incident involving threats of violence against a woman with a baby at Marble Hall, Milford Haven, last Friday night.

Several patrol cars and the force helicopter were deployed. The police said: “A female was walking along the road when she was approached by a male who she felt acted in a threatening manner.”

Initially, local sources had told The Herald that a 19-year-old male has been arrested in the North Road area, but the police have told The Herald that the male ran off. He is described as white, in his late teens and about 5 foot 9 inches tall. He was wearing jeans and a grey hoodie over a black jumper.

The staff inside the Tamarind Indian Takeaway said when they initially heard commotion they didn’t venture outside to see what was going on. However, the police entered the shop and requested that a woman with a very small baby be allowed to stay in the premises for her safety. She was accompanied by another man.

The Tamarind Takeaway owner, Mr Ronnie Ali, told The Herald: “The woman with a baby was taking shelter in my shop for about an hour, while there was police activity outside. She came to the shop shouting ‘help help’, she was holding a baby who looked around nine weeks old.”

Mr. Ali said: “At one point we locked the doors so that a man making threats could not get to the woman.”

“It was the busiest part of my shift so I was trying to deal with this at the same time as making sure that all the customers still got their food on time. There were so many police cars outside,” he added.

A group of several teenagers in Marble Hall Road told our reporter the names of the individual involved, but until this has been confirmed by police we cannot release further details. The name of the alleged assailant was also given to The Herald by the staff at the Tamarind.

Early reports had suggested that a suspected stabbing had taken place, but this has now been ruled out by police.

The police have confirmed that no one was injured, and no one was taken to hospital.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has seen the male as described is asked to contact police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800555111.

Charity

Letterston dog show raises over £750 for local charities

Published

3 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ON SUNDAY (Dec 22), Letterston Ring Craft successfully raised £755.55 for two Pembrokeshire-based charities during a fun dog show event. The funds were equally split between South Pembrokeshire Cat Rescue and Letterston Memorial Hall.

The event featured a variety of well-attended classes, including child handling and fancy dress, drawing participation from dog enthusiasts of all levels.

This fundraiser marked the first charitable event supporting South Pembrokeshire Cat Rescue. Founded and managed by Lizzy Austwick, the rescue organisation aids unwanted, feral, and sick cats across Pembrokeshire and responds to urgent cases in Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion. The rescue provides neutering support for stray and feral cats, directs owners to available resources, and specialises in helping stray cats with severe injuries, raising essential funds for their care.

For assistance, Lizzy can be contacted via the rescue’s Facebook page or at 07575 131443.

Letterston Ring Craft welcomes new members interested in training and showing their dogs, from local companion shows to prestigious events like Crufts. The club meets every other Sunday in Letterston, and further details can be found on their Facebook page.

Looking ahead, the next fun dog show is scheduled for early next year and will support Belle’s Story Charity. For more information or to get involved, contact Gentle Lowe at 07956 653401.

Charity

£3,800 donated to services across Withybush Hospital

Published

5 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

THE CAMROSE VINTAGE WORKING DAY team has donated £3,800 to services across Withybush Hospital.

Their 37^th annual event raised a record breaking £25,000, which has now been distributed among 26 local charities.

They donated the funds to the Stroke Ward, Specialist Respiratory Team, Chemo Day Unit and Heads Up! Hair Loss Initiative at Withybush Hospital. Each service received £950.

The Heads Up! initiative provides a person-centred, holistic hair loss service for cancer patients. It brings together healthcare and haircare professionals from local communities to give patients the knowledge and products needed to manage their hair loss with dignity and choice.

Katie Hancock, Fundraising Officer, said: “Thank you to Andrew, the team and the supporters of the Camrose Vintage Working Day for your generosity once again. Your donation to each service is amazing and will make a big difference. We are hugely grateful for your wonderful support.

“The support of our local communities enables us to provide services over and above what the NHS can provide in the three counties of Hywel Dda and we are extremely grateful for every donation we receive.”

Pictured above: Andrew James, Chairman of Camrose Vintage Working Day with Withybush Hospital staff from the Stroke Ward, Specialist Respiratory Team, Chemo Day Unit, Heads Up! Hair Loss initiative.

Community

Neyland Community Christmas Lunch a festive success

Published

5 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

NEYLAND TOWN COUNCIL rolled up their sleeves to support this year’s Community Christmas Lunch, spreading festive cheer and warm hospitality to attendees on Christmas Day at the Alumchine.

Councillors Steve Campodonic, David Devauden, Steve Thomas, and Brian Rothero began their efforts as early as 7:30am, working tirelessly to ensure the event ran smoothly.

The dedicated organisers, including Trish Campodonic, Pam, and Lloyd Hamilton, along with other volunteers, created a welcoming space filled with festive spirit and a delicious meal with all the trimmings.

The event brought together members of the community who might otherwise have spent the day alone, highlighting the warmth and generosity that Neyland is known for.

A heartfelt ‘Well done’ to everyone involved for making this Christmas lunch a resounding success and spreading joy to so many.