Community

Wales Air Ambulance to Benefit from Charity Concert

Published

5 years ago

September 21, 2021

Narberth and Whitland Rotary is extremely grateful to its sponsors

The Wales Air Ambulance, (WAA) Charity were delighted to learn that they are to be the main beneficiary from Narberth and Whitland Rotary’s Autumn Charity Concert at the Follies Theatre, Folly Farm on the 9th October.

Katie Macro, Fundraising WAA community coordinator, said: “I’m delighted that the Grand Charity Concert which was rescheduled from last year will take place next month. The audience will be treated to classical music from crossover singers Richard and Adam, together with Whitland Male Choir whilst also enjoying a variety of young local talent. It sounds like a fantastic line-up”.

“Thank you to Narberth and Whitland Rotary for raising funds for the Wales Air Ambulance Charity. The Charity regularly attends life and limb-threatening emergencies in the Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire area. Charity events, like this, raise vital funds to ensure our important service can continue to take the emergency department to the patient, saving time and saving lives.”

WAA Communications Officer Lisa Wilson said this week “The Wales Air Ambulance Charity is funded by the people of Wales. We operate four of the most advanced air ambulances in the UK, saving precious time and lives – all thanks to you”.

“We rely entirely on your charitable donations to raise the £8 million needed every year to keep the helicopters flying across Wales”.

“Wales Air Ambulance offers advanced critical care and is often described as a ‘Flying ED’. The on-board consultants and critical care practitioners are highly skilled and carry some of the most pioneering medical equipment in the world. They can deliver blood transfusions, administer anaesthesia and undertake emergency operations at the scene of the incident, before flying the patient directly to specialist care”.

“Our Charity has completed 40,000 missions since our inception twenty years ago and is on standby 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We are there for the people of Wales whenever and wherever they need us”.

Narberth and Whitland Rotary’s Fundraising Committee Chairman, Rotarian John Hughes said this week: “We are delighted that our concert this year is in aid of The Wales Air Ambulance as it celebrates its 20th”. “We are all looking forward to what promises to be a memorable evening and we look forward to seeing you all there.”

Tickets for the concert, which are sure to be in great demand are now on sale and can be bought online at www.nwrotary.co.uk and also for cash at local outlets, Dales Music Shop, Tenby; Rock ‘n Rolla Boutique, Narberth and The Creative Cafe, High Street, Haverfordwest. They are also available from Chorister Huw Jones of Whitland Male Choir.

Narberth and Whitland Rotary is extremely grateful to its main sponsors Powells Cottage Holidays of Saundersfoot, Gravells Kia of Narberth and of course Folly Farm for hosting the event. All three are long standing supporters of Rotary, and President Elaine Bradbury said this week that “Narberth and Whitland Rotary was extremely grateful for their continued support”.

Pictured this week at Folly Farm are (from left) Nicola Hurst, (Powells Cottage Holidays, Sponsor) Rotarian John Hughes, Rotarian Ian Gravell, (Gravells Kia , Sponsors) Rotarian Phil Thompson MBE and Gareth Morris, (Folly Farm, Sponsors) (rear) Whitland Male Voice choristers Roy Morris, Aubrey Davies and Hugh Lewis, with Rhys Jenkins, (Wales Air Ambulance) and President Elaine Bradbury, (Narberth and Whitland Rotary)

Community

River festival returns to Haverfordwest this weekend

Published

9 hours ago

June 11, 2026

Tom Sinclair

A CELEBRATION of the Cleddau will take place in Haverfordwest this weekend as the town’s River Festival returns for a second year.

The event will be held on Saturday (June 13), from 10:00am until late, centred on HaverHub and stretching along the quay towards the Bristol Trader.

Organised by The Cleddau Project, the family-friendly festival will include guided walks, demonstrations, art, science activities, live music, market stalls, free canoe trips and a boat race.

The event aims to celebrate the beauty, wildlife and heritage of the Cleddau, while encouraging more people to make use of the river and riverside area.

Organisers said the weather is looking promising and have invited families to “come on down” and enjoy the day.

Groups involved include West Wales Rivers Trust, Natural Resources Wales, Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum, Paddle West and Pembrokeshire Marine Wildlife.

Community

Mayors and community leaders join Milford Haven Founders Day celebrations

Published

21 hours ago

June 10, 2026

Tom Sinclair

Town’s civic leaders praised as event highlights community spirit

A HOST of civic dignitaries and community representatives joined residents for this year’s Milford Haven Founders Day, helping to mark the town’s annual celebration of its heritage and community spirit.

The event, held on Saturday, welcomed mayors and representatives from towns across Pembrokeshire, alongside police officers, clergy and local business leaders.

Milford Haven Founders Day organisers thanked guests for attending and supporting the occasion, describing their presence as helping to make the day “even more special”.

Among those attending were the Mayor of Milford Haven, Mark Woodward, accompanied by Mayoress Evija Upeniece Woodward; the Mayor of Haverfordwest, Councillor Randell Izaiah Thomas-Turner, accompanied by Mayoress and Sheriff Councillor Dani Thomas-Turner; the Mayor of Pembroke, Jonathan Grimes; the Mayor of Pembroke Dock, Councillor Tony Wilcox; and the Mayor of Neyland, Councillor Peter Hay, accompanied by Mayoress Mitzy Hay.

The event also welcomed local Police Community Support Officers from Milford Haven and Neyland Police, Reverend Dr Adrian Furse of St Katharine and St Peter’s Church, Milford Haven, Milford Haven Business Circle chairman Byron Thomas Jenkins, and treasurer Amanda Dyson.

Organisers said the strong turnout from civic leaders reflected the importance of Founders Day as a celebration of Milford Haven’s identity and local pride.

A spokesperson for Milford Haven Founders Day said: “Your presence and support helped make the day a memorable celebration of our town, its history and its community spirit. We are truly grateful that you took the time to join us and share in the festivities.”

Pembroke Mayor Jonathan Grimes later praised the event, commenting: “Thank you for the kind invitation – it was a wonderful event!”

Photo caption:

Civic guests: Mayors, community representatives and local officers gather during Milford Haven Founders Day celebrations (Pic: Captured Soul Photography).

Community

Community rallies to protect AJ Store after break-in

Published

22 hours ago

June 10, 2026

Tom Sinclair

New security gate installed thanks to generosity of Pill and Milford Haven residents

MILFORD HAEVN residents have rallied around the owner of AJ Store in Pill Lane after a recent break-in, helping fund new security measures to protect the independent business.

Just days after an appeal was launched to support the shop following another break-in, donations from local people helped pay for a new security gate, now installed at the front of the store.

The owner, who took over the business around nine months ago, had faced costly repairs and mounting concerns over security after the latest incident.

The fundraiser, launched with the owner’s permission, asked for help towards repairs and measures to safeguard the future of the business.

In an emotional message posted online, AJ Local thanked the community for its support.

The shop said: “I would like to thank everyone who have been so generous with your donations to the GoFundMe and have enabled us to have this amazing security gate made and fitted by an excellent local business, KGM Welding.

“A big thank you to Kyle Morris, I’m very, very grateful to you and all of the people of Pill and Milford community.”

Community spirit

The rapid response to the appeal has been praised as an example of Milford Haven residents coming together to support a valued local business during a difficult time.

Independent convenience stores often face significant financial pressures following break-ins, with repair costs, insurance increases and additional security expenses placing strain on small traders.

The Herald previously reported on concerns about shop crime in Milford Haven, with businesses in areas including Pill Lane and Charles Street affected by robberies and break-ins in recent years.

Protected:

The new security gate installed at AJ Store in Pill Lane following community donations (Pic: AJ Local).