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Couple overwhelmed by the community’s help to raise money for IVF treatment

Published

3 years ago

November 14, 2022

A COUPLE from Milford Haven who have been trying for a baby have been overwhelmed by the level of support from their local community

Tanya-Marie Bowen, 32, and Jonathan Williams, 33, have been trying for several years for a child but have been blocked at every turn by a myriad of complications and sad outcomes.

The Bowen family has set up a fundraising hike up to the peak of Pen-Y-Fan in fancy dress costume to raise funds so that Tanya-Marie and Jonathan can have private IVF treatment.

So far £4,600 has been raised from 129 donations. All this in just 48 hours.

Tanya’s sister Alana said: “The plan is for a group of us including family and close friends to be raising funds to climb Pen y Fan in fancy dress next April to raise as much funds as we can to help them both with the costs of all things IVF.

“After receiving their initial treatments though the NHS, unfortunately it was the last that the NHS could fund, trying to afford normal living/rent/bills/fuel and saving for normal things such as marriage, a mortgage and life in general is hard enough but for them to then have the added pressure of saving for a baby through IVF (each round costing up to £8k) which is something that usually comes naturally or free, we’ve decided to do this to try and help.

She added: “This would mean everything to Tanya-Maire and Jonathan who would never ask personally but we know would be entirely grateful for all the sponsors.

“We understand it’s a big ask with everything going on right now which is why we are setting this up early so there is more time to raise the funds as and when people can.

“We would be so so grateful for your help, even if you can’t afford to give, sharing this would be such a huge help.

“All funds raised will be going to all IVF costs only”, she explained.

If you would like to donate, the Go Fund Me page is here:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/tanya-jon-ivf-sponsored-pen-y-fan-climb

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

8 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

8 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

8 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.