News
Football club appeals for support after devastating fire
MIFLORD United Football Club, has been struck by a severe electrical fire, resulting in extensive damage to its home changing rooms. The club, known for its vibrant community presence and fostering of young talent, now faces a significant challenge as it seeks to rebuild and continue its legacy.
With a proud history and a diverse player base that includes over 250 registered members across 17 teams, spanning mini, junior, and senior age groups, the club has been a nurturing ground for sports enthusiasts. This season, their commitment to inclusivity shone through with the inclusion of four girls’ teams and a ladies’ team.
The destruction of the changing rooms has severely impacted the club’s day-to-day operations, particularly affecting its efforts to support children’s football. Recognising the role of sports in youth development, Milford United FC has been a pivotal part of the community, offering a space for children to grow, learn, and excel through sport.
In response, Milford United FC is reaching out to the heart of its community – local businesses and individuals – with a plea for support.
The club is seeking donations of any amount to aid in the restoration of their facilities. This effort is not just about rebuilding a structure, but about preserving a community hub that has been instrumental in fostering team spirit, discipline, and a love for the game among young athletes.
The club extends its heartfelt gratitude in advance to all those who will contribute to this cause. Every donation, no matter the size, will play a crucial role in helping Milford United FC overcome this adversity and continue its valuable work in children’s sport development.
Milford United FC’s resilience in the face of this disaster is a testament to the spirit of community and sportsmanship that the club has always championed. As they embark on this journey of restoration, they do so with the hope and determination that has always been at the core of their ethos.
For those interested in supporting Milford United Football Club, details on how to donate can be found on here. The club and its members eagerly await the day they can once again welcome players and supporters back to their fully restored facilities.
Crime
Police investigating attempted burglary at Haverfordwest shop
POLICE in Pembrokeshire are investigating an attempted burglary at No.37 Food and Wine shop on High Street, Haverfordwest, at about 3am on Wednesday, April 3.
A window was smashed and the door handle broken.
Police said: “If you have any information that could help enquiries, please get in touch with PC 195 Tayler, either by: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101.
“Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.”
News
Don’t forget to vote on Thursday, May 2
THURSDAY, May 2 is your chance to vote for the Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Commissioner.
Don’t forget to use your vote and head to your local polling station between 7am and 10pm.
They are elected by the public to hold Chief Constables and the police force to account on their behalf.
A Police and Crime Commissioner’s job is to set the police budget and make sure it is spent effectively, appoint the local police forces Chief Constables, set police and crime plans in collaboration with residents and work closely with the local council and other organisations on these plans.
This is the first election in Wales where you will need photographic ID to vote.
Accepted forms of ID include a UK, European Economic Area (EEA) or Commonwealth passport or drivers’ licence; and some concessionary travel passes, such as an older person’s bus pass or an Oyster 60+ card. Voters will be able to use expired ID if they are still recognisable from the photo.
Or you may have applied for a Voter Authority Certificate which is also accepted.
If you plan on taking your Postal Vote to a polling station or County Hall main reception remember to fill in a vote return form. Without the completed form those postal vote(s) will be rejected.
You can only hand in your own postal vote, and postal votes for up to five other people.
You can find out more about the Police and Crime Commissioner Elections online (opens in new window).
Crime
Banned for sleeping in car whilst over the drink drive limit
A MOTORIST caught sleeping in a BMW in MIiford Haven town centre has appeared before magistrates for being in charge of a motor vehicle when he was over the legal alcohol limit.
Police officers discovered John Steele, 30, soon after 5.30pm on March 9 when he was asleep in his red BMW which was parked in a car park at Hamilton Terrace.
“The engine was running and the lights were on,” Crown Prosecutor Abigail Jackson told District Judge Mark Layton who was sitting at Haverfordwest magistrates court this week.
“Officers smelt alcohol, he was intoxicated and he was slurring his words.”
Officers were unable to carry out a roadside breath test as a result of them not being in possession of a breathalyser at the scene of the incident. Steele was conveyed to a police custody suite where two samples of breath were subsequently taken, the lowest giving a reading of 44 mcg.
Steele, who is employed as a machine technician in Selby, pleaded guilty to the charge of being in charge of a motor vehicle while he was above the alcohol limit.
He was fined £400 and ordered to pay a £160 court surcharge and £85 costs. His licence was endorsed with ten penalty points.
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