News

Prolific burglar gets 12 months jail

Published

11 years ago

October 8, 2013

A TENBY man pleaded guilty to burglary at Haverfordwest Magistrates Court on Tuesday (October 1).
Andrew David Broadhurst, of Holloway Court, Penally, entered the Three Mariners pub in the early hours of September 9 shortly after the Ironman weekend, and stole £125 from a cash register.
On inspection, the assistant manager of the hotel found that a door had been forced open. Broadhurst was then spotted and when asked what he was doing there he said he was relieving himself.
However, CCTV showed Broadhurst entering the property on three separate occasions. It also showed him attempting to break into two safes.
The defence lawyer revealed that Broadhurst had issues from his childhood which has led to previous convictions. He said that the defendant suffered from “periods of stress” and that he would “revert to type” when under pressure.
District Judge David Parsons then told the court about Broadhurst’s previous convictions. He was given a supervision order for his first burglary in 1981. Further offences followed in 1985, 86 and 88 all of which he was sent to prison for. After being released he committed a further burglary in 1990. Whilst on probation for that he committed yet another burglary just a month later. In 1991 he burgled again and was put on probation. His next burglary came in 1993 for which he was sent to prison. He committed another burglary in 1997 for which he was put on probation before he committed his most serious offence. In 1998 he was sentenced to nine years in prison for a robbery. In 2006 he committed yet another offence and in 2011 he was convicted of two burglaries for which he was given two years in prison.
The court heard how his latest burglary at the Three Mariners had breached two suspended sentences. District Judge Parsons passed a sentence of 12 months in prison. Broadhurst wept as he was led away by security officers.

Community

Tractor run lights up Pembrokeshire and raises funds for charity

Published

7 hours ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

THE PEMBROKESHIRE ILLUMINATED TRACTOR RUN took place today (Dec 21), raising funds for two vital charities: the Catrin Vaughan Foundation and Wales Air Ambulance.

Starting at Clarbeston Road AFC at 6:00pm, the brightly lit convoy of nearly 200 tractors made its way through Withybush Hospital and Haverfordwest High Street before finishing at the Pembrokeshire County Showground.

The annual event has become a highlight of the festive calendar, drawing large crowds to witness the spectacle of tractors adorned with colourful lights and decorations.

Funds raised from the event will support the Catrin Vaughan Foundation, which provides crucial assistance to families facing hardship, and the Wales Air Ambulance, delivering life-saving emergency medical care across the region.

Organisers praised the dedication of local farmers and volunteers, whose commitment ensures the event’s continued success year after year.

(Image: Nia Marshall/Facebook)

Business

Ferry Terminal ‘extremely busy’ due to ongoing Holyhead closure

Published

14 hours ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

PEMBROKE DOCK Ferry Terminal has been experiencing significant congestion today as ferry services remain under immense pressure following the closure of Holyhead Port earlier this month.

The disruption, caused by storm damage, has rerouted ferry traffic through Pembrokeshire, leading to long queues and crowded facilities at the terminal.

The Herald can confirm that it has been very busy today with cars, lorries, and foot passengers queuing in large numbers. Staff are working tirelessly to manage the influx, directing vehicles and assisting passengers as they prepare to board the heavily booked ferries.

A spokesperson for the Port of Milford Haven said: “We are working closely with ferry operators and local authorities to ensure traffic flows as smoothly as possible, but the sheer volume of vehicles is causing unavoidable delays.”

Travelers are being urged to arrive early for their sailings and to remain patient as the terminal operates at full capacity.

Both Stena Line and Irish Ferries have increased capacity on their Pembrokeshire routes, deploying larger vessels, including the Stena Adventurer and the MV James Joyce, to handle the surge in demand.

From our position at the terminal, our photographer has captured photos showing long lines of vehicles, groups of foot passengers carrying luggage, and port staff coordinating efforts to ease congestion.

Authorities are advising non-essential travelers to consider rescheduling their journeys where possible and to monitor updates from ferry operators closely.

(Photos: Martin Cavaney/Herald)

Community

Festive celebrations at St Davids Cathedral this weekend

Published

15 hours ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ST DAVIDS Cathedral is set to host two special events on Sunday (Dec 22), offering a blend of joyful participation and traditional carol singing to mark the Christmas season.

In the morning, families are invited to the Scratch Nativity at 11:00am. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed as wise men, angels, sheep, or shepherds and take part in an unrehearsed retelling of the Christmas story. Canon Leigh described the event as: “Complete, wonderful chaos for an hour… but with some poignant, thought-provoking moments to centre ourselves on the real meaning of Christmas.”

Later in the evening, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols by Candlelight will take place at 7:00pm, featuring the Cathedral Choir. The event, steeped in tradition, will see the cathedral bathed in candlelight as carols and scripture readings fill the historic space.

Doors will open at 5:45pm for those seeking unreserved seating, and a large turnout is expected for this beloved Christmas celebration.