News

Narberth seconds win friendly in Cefneithin

Published

3 years ago

November 9, 2021

Report and photo from Bill Ridge

ON the first Saturday in November, Narberth seconds travelled to Cefneithin, a village and community in Carmarthenshire, West Wales, in the Carmarthenshire coalfield area.

It was a wet miserable November day. Cefneithin seconds were playing their first match of the season with a mixture of social players and first team boys. So no doubt they had not trained together much to have well-practiced set pieces.

Narberth had a few young team members missing and were keen to field all the fringe players that didn’t get game time last weekend v Tenby. The strategy of the Narberth coach is to encourage all squad players to train hard with a view to getting some game time in a real match sooner or later in the season.

The game kicked off and the early exchanges were quite even until George Macdonald who stepped down from the 1st team to help out at scrum half made a lovely little break to score under the posts.

It was Macdonald again showing his electric pace that added the second try with a lovely dart down the blindside to score another try. Dan Owens then trundled over for the third try, Ifan Rees converting them all, half time the score was Cefneithin 3-21 Narberth.

In the second half Cefneithin began to tire and Narberth youngsters picked up the pace, Harri Harries moved to scrum half, Will “Pop” came on at 10 and Ifan Rees moved off the wing into the centre, in an inspired decision by coach James Merriman (ex-player from Gloucester), the back line began to click with Harvey Jones and Ifan Rees making some lovely breaks and some great hands in difficult conditions, to run in 5 unanswered tries from Will “Pop”, Josh Hamer, Ryan Scourfield, Shane Rossiter and the eventual Man of The Match Ifan Rees.

It was a great runout for the team and they had a great welcome from the Cefneithin Club. They are looking forward to playing a return fixture during the 6 Nations fixtures in 2022.

Next week the Otters’ 1st team will be playing at home in the Championship league against Neath.

Crime

Mother admits to killing seven-year-old son in Haverfordwest

Published

8 hours ago

November 22, 2024

Luke Sinclair

A mother has admitted to the manslaughter of her seven-year-old son at their home in Haverfordwest, citing diminished responsibility.

Papaipit Linse, 43, appeared at Swansea Crown Court on Friday (Nov 22), where she denied murder but pleaded guilty to manslaughter in connection with the death of her son, Louis Linse. Prosecutor Caroline Rees KC confirmed the manslaughter plea would be accepted, stating it “did not come as a surprise” to the prosecution.

The incident occurred on 10 January when police were called to a property on Upper Market Street. Louis was rushed to Withybush General Hospital but tragically died shortly afterwards.

During the hearing, Linse, who spoke only to confirm her name and enter her pleas, was informed that she would be sentenced on 13 December. Judge Paul Thomas KC described the case as “clearly a very sensitive as well as a very tragic case.”

The court was told that Linse is currently receiving treatment at the Caswell Clinic, a mental health facility in Bridgend. Psychiatric evidence is expected to be presented during the sentencing hearing to provide further insight into the circumstances surrounding the case.

Community

Council warns of icy conditions as temperatures drop

Published

22 hours ago

November 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ROAD users in Pembrokeshire are being urged to exercise caution tonight as temperatures are forecast to dip below freezing.

Pembrokeshire County Council has announced that road surface temperatures could reach as low as -2°C, with the possibility of sleet or snow on higher ground. In response, precautionary salting of the county’s primary routes will be carried out this evening and overnight.

A spokesperson for the council said: “Road users are advised to take care if travelling on untreated roads.”

Motorists are reminded to plan ahead and drive carefully, particularly in areas that may not have been treated.

Stay tuned to The Herald for updates on road conditions and weather warnings.

Community

Stallholders wanted for Milford Haven Christmas Market

Published

22 hours ago

November 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

MILFORD HAVEN BUSINESS CIRCLE is calling for stallholders to join the town’s festive Christmas Market, set to bring holiday cheer on Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7, 2024.

The market will take place at the Lower Charles Street Car Park, promising a vibrant mix of stalls and attractions. Organizers are seeking a variety of vendors, including those offering gifts, children’s toys and games, food, cakes, flowers, and more.

There’s also an open invitation for someone with small children’s rides to add to the festive fun. A highlight of the event will be the Grinch’s Grotto, offering an entertaining twist to this year’s celebrations.

If you’re interested in having a stall, contact the Milford Haven Business Circle via email at [email protected] for more information.

Mark your calendars and join the excitement as Milford Haven celebrates the season in style!