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Angle RNLI assist two yachts requiring assistance in two days

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2 years ago

September 18, 2023

THE ANGLE All-Weather Lifeboat was requested to launch at 3:27pm on Wednesday afternoon following 999 calls to the coastguard reporting a yacht had hit the western end of the South Hook LNG terminal. Initial concerns were that the yacht was stuck to the terminal and what damage had been caused.
The lifeboat launched and made the short journey to the casualty vessel who was now away from the terminal. A passing boat had offered assistance, before a range safety vessel also responded and passed a line to the yacht at the request of Milford Haven VTS.

The lifeboat went alongside the yacht to assess for damage, water ingress or injuries but apart from a few scratches and some sail damage all was well onboard. With little wind, and a faulty engine the yacht had been taken towards the terminal with the flooding tide. With no means of propulsion and not being able to sail, the vessel was taken in tow up the Haven towards the Cleddau Bridge where a workboat from Rudders Boatyard had been arranged to rendezvous with the lifeboat and take over the tow back to their pontoon.

After a 40 minute tow, the vessel was safely handed over to Rudders staff and the lifeboat was stood down to return to station where she was readied for service once again by 5:30pm.

The following day, the crew had launched to rendezvous with Tenby Lifeboat in the Stackpole Head area for a planned towing exercise. Shortly after completing their successful exercise, the lifeboat was just passing St Govan’s Head bound for Angle when the Coastguard tasked the crew to assist a yacht with two persons onboard in a position south of Skokholm Island. The yacht had a fuel leak, and following concerns from Milford Haven VTS regarding pollution the lifeboat was requested to assess the vessel and assist as appropriate.

The lifeboat made the 40 minute journey to the vessel’s last reported position and once on scene an assessment was made. The skipper of the yacht confirmed that it was his fuel tank that was leaking and he was unable to effect a repair.

The engine was stopped in an attempt to slow the leak and contain it to the yachts bilges. With little wind to sail, the yacht was taken under tow and safely placed alongside in the lock pits at Milford Marina around 90 minutes later. With no further assistance required, the lifeboat and her crew were stood down to return to station where she was readied for service again by 3pm.

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

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2 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

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2 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

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3 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.