News

Three shouts for busy Angle RNLI crew in just two days

Published

9 months ago

March 10, 2024

THE RNLI Angle lifeboat was involved in two requests for assistance on Thursday (Mar 7) this week.

The first came at 10:37am when the All-Weather Lifeboat was requested to launch in response to a distress call from a yacht in St Brides Bay. The vessel, with two persons onboard had suffered engine failure, sail issues and were experiencing sea sickness.

The lifeboat launched and made best speed to the vessel, arriving on scene around 40 minutes later. By this time, the yacht had sailed to a position five miles west of Skomer Island. After speaking with the skipper, the crew of the yacht were able to release the sail and a tow was swiftly passed.

With the tow secure the crew began the journey towards Milford Docks, arriving at the entrance around three hours later. Due to the conditions it wasn’t suitable for the yacht to be put into an alongside tow so the stern tow was shortened right up and the yacht towed straight onto the marina basin to allow more shelter from the easterly wind. Once inside the basin, the yacht was brought alongside and manoeuvred onto a nearby pontoon.

With no further assistance required the Lifeboat and her crew were stood down to return to station where she was back on her mooring and ready for further service by 4pm.

Later that day at 9:01pm the crew were paged again. This time, to assist with the search for a high risk missing person at Freshwater West Beach.

The lifeboat launched and began proceeding to the area but were stood down shortly after when it was confirmed that the casualty was safely in the care of the police. St Govan’s and Dale Coastguard Rescue Teams were also tasked to this incident.

The Lifeboat was stood down with thanks and safely back on her mooring by 10pm.

On Wednesday (Mar 6) there was once incident.

Moments after picking up the mooring following an afloat exercise last Thursday the Lifeboat was tasked to assist a vessel with machinery and steering failure at the entrance to the east channel.

The lifeboat dropped her mooring and began proceeding towards the vessel. Fortunately the vessel had regained one engine and were making way back in to the Haven. When the Lifeboat rendezvoused with the vessel just off West Angle, the vessels crew had managed to regain both engines but still had steering issues. The crew of the vessel had rigged their emergency steering system and were making way back to their berth.

Content that they were making good progress, the Lifeboat escorted the vessel to her berth and once safely alongside the crew were stood down to return to station.

The lifeboat was back in her mooring and ready for further service by 5pm.

Crime

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

Published

5 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

18 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

18 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.