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NHS tribute destroyed

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A FLORAL display which had been laid to show support for the NHS has been vandalised.

The tribute had been placed on the Tesco roundabout in Milford Haven to thank all the NHS staff for the hard work throughout the Covid-19 Pandemic by Kerry Anne Thomas.

Milford Haven Neighbourhood Policing Team posted on Twitter ‘Very sad to see that the NHS flowers kindly prepared by a member of our community has been vandalised.

“A new display is being made. Please contact PC 561 Bateman at Milford Haven Police Station if you witnessed anyone damaging the display.”

The new arrangement has been placed on the Cenotaph on Hamilton Terrace, Milford Haven.

Replying to concerns and frustrations to the incident on twitter Milford Haven NPT reassured the community adding “We feel your frustrations and understand how this will disappoint those in the community. Hopefully someone will have seen something and come forward to us. A new display will be located where there is CCTV coverage.

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Haverfordwest bank clerk accused of theft and fraud

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A HAVERFORDWEST bank clerk has appeared in court accused of stealing a customer’s bank card and committing fraud by abuse of position.

Mary Roberts, 47, of Coronation Avenue, Haverfordwest, is charged with stealing a bank card belonging to Keith France on November 22, 2023.

She is also accused of dishonestly abusing her position while working as a bank clerk, intending to cause financial loss while in a role where she was expected to safeguard her customer’s interests.

Roberts appeared at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (March 11), where she entered not guilty pleas to both charges.

Magistrates declined jurisdiction and sent the case to Swansea Crown Court for a plea and trial preparation hearing next month.

The offences are alleged to be contrary to the Theft Act 1968 and the Fraud Act 2006. If convicted, Roberts faces a maximum penalty of 12 months’ imprisonment and an unlimited fine.

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Cardigan shop wins St David’s Day competition

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CARDIGAN Curiosities has won the St David’s Day shop window award for the Cardigan division, an accolade presented by Menter Iaith Ceredigion.

High Street businesses and Guildhall shops embraced the festivities, decorating their windows in a vibrant display to celebrate the national day of Wales and the arrival of spring. The event, which highlighted the Welsh language, saw enthusiastic participation from across Ceredigion.

To mark the occasion and show appreciation for the community, Cardigan Curiosities is offering the chance to win an exclusive piece of local artwork. The prize is a one-of-a-kind watercolour painting of the nave of St David’s Cathedral, created by a Pembrokeshire artist. The framed artwork measures 74×95 cm.

To enter the competition, participants must:

  • Visit the Cardigan Curiosities Facebook or Instagram page
  • Like the competition post
  • Comment with their favourite Welsh word

The winner will be drawn on March 20 by “Ddraig Goch” from inside a dragon egg, with the announcement made that evening on social media.

For those interested in viewing the artwork or the decorated shop window, Cardigan Curiosities is located at 32A Cardigan High Street and is open Thursday to Sunday, from 10:00am to 5:00pm.

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Haverfordwest fire station hosts community engagement event

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HAVERFORDWEST FIRE STATION welcomed County Councillor Thomas Tudor for a community engagement event alongside Emyr and Amy from Gwasanaeth Tân ac Achub CGC / Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service.

The event focused on the Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP) 2040, a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing public safety across Mid and West Wales. The fire service is encouraging residents to take an active role in shaping the plan by providing feedback through an online survey.

Councillor Tudor praised the initiative, highlighting the importance of community involvement in developing a safer and more resilient region.

Residents can participate in the consultation by visiting: www.mawwfire.gov.uk.

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