News

Family and pet dog rescued by RNLI lifeguards

Published

9 years ago

August 17, 2016

A FAMILY of four and a dog were rescued by RNLI lifeguards after they got cut off by the tide at a Pembrokeshire beach.

Two children aged between seven and 10 years old were walking with their parents and a dog at the south end of Newgale beach last night (Aug 16) when they became trapped by the incoming tide at 6pm.

RNLI lifeguards on the beach were just in the process of packing up their equipment for the end of their daily service when a local fisherman reported seeing the family cut off roughly a mile south of the Beach Lifeguard Unit at Newgale South.

Due to the position of the family, lifeguards immediately radioed colleagues up the beach at the Newgale Central Beach Lifeguard Unit to respond with their Inshore Rescue Boat (IRB).
Crewed by RNLI lifeguard Morgan Edmunds and helmed by RNLI senior lifeguard Sam Ellison the boat was launched minutes later and made best speed to the stranded family. When the charity’s lifeguards arrived the family were backed up onto pebbles and trapped by the quickly rising tide with no way of getting to safety.

Sam brought the boat close in to shore and negotiated the small swell to bring the two adults, two children and the dog ashore and return them back to the safety of the main beach.

Scott Candler, RNLI Lifeguard Supervisor, said: ‘The lifeguards on the inshore rescue boat crew showed great skill in bringing the boat close to shore so they could evacuate the family and the dog from their position and return them to safety.

‘This incident highlights the importance of always checking the tide times before venturing out to walk in coastal areas. We also encourage people to always carry a working means of communication and dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard if they get into difficulty.’

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.