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Goodwick school suffers damage due to vandalism

Published

4 years ago

August 24, 2021

A SCHOOL in Goodwick has suffered structural damage and vandalism to play equipment after a spate of anti-social behaviour in the area.

Ysgol Wdig’s Headteacher, Mr Jones, thanked locals for contacting him about the vandalism which he says “limited the damage or interrupted other intentions”.

Mr Jones added that the latest vandalism is part of an on-going problem which has been continuing for months despite CCTV and security lighting on the premises.

Taking to Facebook, Mr Jonathan Jones, has urged locals to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity to the police , the council and him personally.

It is alleged the increase in vandalism in the school will mean that part of the school budget will now have to be spent on additional security measures which will decrease the amount earmarked for resources, equipment and learning experience for the children.

On The Schools Facebook page, Mr Jones said: “It is with a heavy heart that I share with you that tonight the school has suffered some structural damage and damage to play equipment as a result of vandalism and anti-social behaviour.

“My sincere thanks to local residents that intervened before contacting me which limited the damage or interrupted other intentions.

“Unfortunately this has been a trend over the past few months with only intruder alarms, security lighting and the vigilance of local residents restricting illegal activity on the premises.

“School budgets are tight enough in the present economic climate and the consequence of this sort of behaviour is that additional CCTV and security lighting will have to be purchased.This has a knock on effect on our pupils as finances that could have been earmarked for resources , equipment and learning experiences must now be spent on security resources instead.

“The school is not mine or my staff’s school, it is our pupils school, the children of Goodwick and some from beyond.

“I would hope that this recent activity has no connection to any of our current or former pupils as we have built a strong community bond and I am aware that many children in the immediate area do not or have never attended our school, therefore have no sense of pride or ownership in the building or what we as a school stand for.

“May I ask all parents and residents of Goodwick to remain vigilant and if anyone has any information that you feel may help that I can pass on to the Police and Pembrokeshire County Council, please contact me.I’m sure as I am local, if you do not know me personally you will know someone who does.Please feel free to share this post.

“Diolch, Jonathan Jones, Pennaeth / Headteacher”

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

Published

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

Published

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.