Community

School strikes gold for PE

Published

12 years ago

April 4, 2014

PRENDERGAST Community Primary School has finished top of the class after their work in P.E. received a glowing report.

The school has been given an ActiveMark Cymru award by Sport Wales and the Association for Physical Education (afPE). ActiveMark Cymru endorses schools committed to developing high quality physical education and school sport, and for promoting the benefits of physical activity. Chair of Sport Wales, Professor Laura McAllister, said: “We believe that schools play an essential role in building a Wales in which children are hooked on sport for life.

“It is important that young people have positive early experiences of sport and physical activity that build a foundation for lifelong involvement in sport. This award recognises those schools that are giving our children an excellent start.”

Headteacher at Prendergast, Debbie Davies, said: “As a whole school we are very proud of this significant achievement that reflects the school’s commitment in providing high quality Physical Education for all of our children.

“Throughout the school, children of all ages participate with enjoyment and understanding and this contributes positively to their health, fitness and wellbeing.”

The school’s Bronze Ambassadors, Carys, Teo, Zac and Jenny, said: “We think that it is great that the school has been recognised for all the sporting activities we do.

“We are constantly trying to work towards higher and higher achievements in PE and sport, because everything we do has a value and deserves to be rewarded.”

Kay Reynolds, Physical Education lead teacher, said this is the second time that Prendergast School has received the ActiveMark award.

“Sport and P.E. are given a high priority at Prendergast C.P., and this latest award shows our continued commitment to them,” she said.

“An excellent physical education contributes not only to children’s health and wellbeing, but it also helps them to achieve well in the rest of their schooling.”

Councillor Ken Rowlands, Cabinet Member for Education, congratulated Prendergast on achieving the award and said: “This is a demonstration of the school’s dedication towards providing excellent sport and P.E. for their pupils, and in turn helping them to perform to their best ability in other areas of their education.”

Sue Wilkinson, Strategic Lead for the Association for Physical Education commented; “It is good to see that schools which make high quality provision for physical education also report higher achievement across the school, in other subjects, but also in behaviour, attendance and retention. The ActiveMark award recognises this vital contribution to school life and children’s education. Physical education in schools is a great investment!”

If your school wants to apply, please visit www.sportwales.org.uk.

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

6 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

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6 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

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6 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.