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Significant police presence at ongoing incident in Tenby

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4 years ago

July 27, 2022

THE POLICE are currently dealing with an ongoing incident at the Albany premises in Tenby after a resident is believed to have locked himself inside.

One of the primary routes to Tenby has been blocked off by Dyfed-Powys police as they investigate the incident.

A Dyfed-Powys Police spokesperson has said: “We are dealing with an ongoing incident at the Albany Hotel in Tenby. People are advised to avoid the area.”

Local residents had already raised concerns this week over public order offences frequently occurring at the hostel facility.

The police were called to an incident on Monday (July 26) at the Albany Hotel which is located on the main route into the seaside town, along the Norton and junction of St. John’s Hill.

Pembrokeshire County Council confirmed in September of 2021 that there was a “temporary arrangement” in place with the hotel owners to use the building as a hostel, but it is under review.

In an attempt to alleviate some of the “community tension” in the area, the owners of the facility wrote to nearby residents after they made complaints regarding the behaviour of some people staying at the premises.

County Councillor for Tenby’s North ward, Cllr Michael Williams has once again written to PCC’s Chief Housing Officer, Gaynor Toft on the matter, after being contacted by a number of concerned elderly residents on ongoing issues that were being reported.

He wrote: “Another day at The Albany, with police vehicles called. The situation is out of hand with ongoing issues with various tenants,

“The continuing public order issues are causing grave concerns to those, particularly elderly residents who are extremely frightened by the disturbances.

“This was a pleasant quiet area which was always a pleasant area to live. Unfortunately, this is no longer the case, and the authority needs to ensure a far more effective management of the facility.

“It is grossly unfair on long-term law-abiding individuals who have a right to expect to live their lives without continual upsetting incidents. I look forward to seeing robust action to manage this facility.”

News

Baby in critical condition after Fishguard emergency

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27 minutes ago

May 5, 2026

Tom Sinclair

Teenagers arrested as police investigate circumstances

A BABY remains in hospital in a critical but stable condition after being taken from Fishguard by air ambulance following a medical emergency at a property.

Dyfed-Powys Police said officers received information that the baby had been taken to hospital in the early evening of Saturday (May 2).

Police were formally informed of the incident at around 10:10pm the same evening.

An investigation into the circumstances is underway.

A man and a woman, both aged eighteen, were arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

They have since been released on conditional bail while enquiries continue.

No further details have been released at this stage.

Entertainment

Hubberston Girls exhibition launches new space at Waterfront Gallery

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1 hour ago

May 5, 2026

Tom Sinclair

A NEW exhibition exploring memories of growing up on a council estate has opened at the Waterfront Gallery in Milford Haven.

Artist Lynn Stuart is launching the gallery’s new exhibition space with her solo show, Hubberston Girls, which runs until Saturday, May 30.

The exhibition features a deeply personal series of works drawn and painted on brown paper. The material was chosen for its connection to everyday memories, including lunch bags and magazines wrapped in paper.

Once oiled, the paper becomes semi-transparent, allowing paint to be applied to the reverse and creating layered, intimate images.

The Waterfront Gallery is extending its opening hours for the exhibition and will be open Monday to Saturday, from 10:30am to 4:00pm.

A private view will be held on Thursday, May 14, from 3:00pm to 6:00pm, and all are welcome.

The gallery is based in the Old Sail Loft on Discovery Quay, Milford Waterfront, Milford Haven. It is one of south west Wales’s leading art galleries, a registered charity, and home to the Wales Contemporary annual competition.

The gallery is run by artist volunteers who exhibit there regularly.

Community

Vintage tractor tour sets off from Pembroke Dock for Ireland

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2 hours ago

May 5, 2026

Tom Sinclair

FIFTY-three vintage tractors left Pembroke Dock Ferry Port on Saturday (May 2) as part of a long-running tractor tour to Ireland.

The group boarded the ferry for the latest stage of an exchange which has been running since 2011, when the National Vintage Tractor Run was held in Pembrokeshire.

Organiser Alun Mason said: “The Tour of Ireland has been ongoing since 2011, when the National Vintage Tractor Run was held in Pembrokeshire.

“A large contingent travelled from Ireland and continue to do so every other year, with our visit this weekend and the Irish tractors due to visit in 2027.”

Some of the tractors taking part travelled from as far as Burry Port, Bridgend, Llandrindod Wells, Llandovery and Ceredigion before gathering at the ferry port.