News
Paul Sartori hosts Summer Ladies Night
PEMBROKESHIRE-BASED Paul Sartori Hospice at Home Service, who provide a range of services to end of life patients and their families, benefitted recently from the much-anticipated Neyland Sartori Store’s: Summer Ladies Night.
The unique retail experience added to the previous successful Ladies Night’s, and was held on Wednesday 3 rd July, at the Sartori Shop Kensington Road, Neyland. These events are so popular and renowned now that there were long queues well before the doors opened at 7pm – welcoming not only local ladies, but also a beautiful summer evening!
Twice a year these much-anticipated, exclusive events in Neyland raise amazing amounts for people living in the final stages of a life limiting illness and support their families, and this event was certainly no exception, raising an amazing £1600 for the charity. The Ladies Nights in Neyland, are, due to the size of shop, only open by invitation.
It is well-supported by regular customers to the shop and locals alike. The prudent shoppers are welcomed into the store; greeted with a complimentary drink and given exclusive shopping rights to the wears on offer.
There was an excellent range of quality pre-loved clothes including designer and special occasion wear (some brand new with tags) and many other items including hats, handbags and shoes at great prices!
The air was full of excitement throughout the evening as ladies perused the shop for bargains; supported other shoppers and casually chattered amongst themselves.
Once again, the volunteer team at Sartori Store, Neyland, who are the backbone to this event, have been busy for months preparing for this event. And this special Summer Ladies Night could not have taken place without the efforts of the volunteers who helped organise the event: Celia, Jane, Diane, Cathy and Maggie.
Also helping on the night and serving drinks to the customers were local teenagers completing their Welsh Baccalaureate and Duke of Edinburgh – Josh, Cara and Jessie.
All the shoppers had a wonderful evening and the volunteers were delighted to welcome all who attended.
Maggie John commented: “Another successful Ladies Night. I love these evenings. It is wonderful to see everybody! The atmosphere is very special – I can’t wait for the next one! We (volunteers) all like getting involved and a lot of time goes into preparing for the event, but it is worth it!”
“The special thing about these evenings is that we provide a relaxed atmosphere for our ladies to enjoy shopping for themselves. It is a relaxed atmosphere which they share with their friends, while having a glass of wine and leaving with a bargain, or two!” added Maggie.
“We have a great community spirit in Neyland and it was great to see so many locals out supporting Paul Sartori”, Maggie concluded.
The Paul Sartori Hospice at Home Service provides a range of services to people living in the final stages of a life limiting illness, including home nursing care, equipment loan, complementary therapy, bereavement and counselling support, clinical nurse specialist in palliative care, physiotherapy, advance care planning and training.
The services provided by the Paul Sartori Hospice at Home Service enable people in the later stages of any life limiting illness to be cared for at home with dignity, independence, pain free and surrounded by those they hold most dear.
Further information on the charity and its services can be obtained by visiting their website www.paulsartori.org, or by phoning 01437 763223.
News
Tigers second division Cup Champions
In a thrilling Pembrokeshire Division Two Cup final under the floodlights of Bridge Meadow Stadium, fans witnessed an epic battle between Monkton Swifts reserves and Johnston. Despite Monkton Swifts reserves being touted as favorites, Johnston proved their mettle from the outset.
The game kicked off with a burst of energy as Johnston’s center half, Craig Bendall, seized an early opportunity to put his team ahead just ten minutes into the match. However, Monkton Swifts’ prolific Scotsman, Davis, swiftly responded with an equalizer, showcasing the resilience of the favourites.
The momentum shifted again when the dynamic duo of Alfie and Scott Crawford of Johnston orchestrated a beautifully executed goal, putting Johnston back in the lead at 2-1.
As the game progressed, Monkton Swifts brought in reinforcements, including Ben Steele, to regain control. Their efforts paid off when Jordan Kilby leveled the score at 2-2 with just under 20 minutes remaining.
But the Crawfords had other plans. Combining once more, Scott provided the assist for Alfie, who coolly finished to put Johnston ahead once again.
With time running out, Monkton Swifts launched a relentless onslaught in search of an equalizer. However, Johnston’s defense held firm, defying the odds to clinch the Division Two Cup title in a memorable victory.
The match showcased the passion and determination of both teams, with Johnston emerging as deserving champions in a fiercely contested final at Bridge Meadow Stadium.
Crime
Police investigating attempted burglary at Haverfordwest shop
POLICE in Pembrokeshire are investigating an attempted burglary at No.37 Food and Wine shop on High Street, Haverfordwest, at about 3am on Wednesday, April 3.
A window was smashed and the door handle broken.
Police said: “If you have any information that could help enquiries, please get in touch with PC 195 Tayler, either by: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101.
“Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.”
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Don’t forget to vote on Thursday, May 2
THURSDAY, May 2 is your chance to vote for the Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Commissioner.
Don’t forget to use your vote and head to your local polling station between 7am and 10pm.
They are elected by the public to hold Chief Constables and the police force to account on their behalf.
A Police and Crime Commissioner’s job is to set the police budget and make sure it is spent effectively, appoint the local police forces Chief Constables, set police and crime plans in collaboration with residents and work closely with the local council and other organisations on these plans.
This is the first election in Wales where you will need photographic ID to vote.
Accepted forms of ID include a UK, European Economic Area (EEA) or Commonwealth passport or drivers’ licence; and some concessionary travel passes, such as an older person’s bus pass or an Oyster 60+ card. Voters will be able to use expired ID if they are still recognisable from the photo.
Or you may have applied for a Voter Authority Certificate which is also accepted.
If you plan on taking your Postal Vote to a polling station or County Hall main reception remember to fill in a vote return form. Without the completed form those postal vote(s) will be rejected.
You can only hand in your own postal vote, and postal votes for up to five other people.
You can find out more about the Police and Crime Commissioner Elections online (opens in new window).
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