News
Megan’s mother discusses online bullying with ‘This Morning’ hosts

Emotional programme: Nicola Harteveld appeared on ‘This Morning’
THE MOTHER of Megan Evans, who was found dead at her home in Milford Haven on Tuesday, February 7, appeared on ‘This Morning’ to talk about her 14-year-old daughter’s death on Thursday (Feb 23).
Presenters Holly Willoughby and Phillip Scholfield spoke to Nicola Harteveld this morning about Megan’s decision to end her own life after she was bullied online.
Nicola described Megan as ‘bright, vivacious, hugely popular, sporty, confident, outgoing, fiery, and independent’. She stated that Megan was ‘just a normal happy-go-lucky teenager’.
The ‘This Morning’ audience heard that Nicola found it difficult to understand why ‘she did what she did’.
She told Holly and Phillip that it was the final message that Megan received which ‘tipped the scale’ and caused her young daughter to take her own life.
The message said: “Why don’t you go hang yourself?”
Megan replied to the online bully, simply saying ‘Ok’, and hung herself in her room, where she was found by her siblings soon afterwards.
Nicola said that she believed her daughter was targeted ‘because she was kind’.
“She was always helping other people. If her friends were having hard time they’d all go to Megan,” Nicola told the presenters.
Phillip Schofield was left in tears, saying: “It’s got all of us here. Like a death by a thousand cuts.”
His co-host, Holly, who was equally as emotional, added: “They don’t realise the danger. [Whoever sent the message] has to live with that for the rest of their lives.”
At the time of Megan’s death, a spokesperson for Milford Haven School, where the girl attended, said: “The whole school community has been devastated by this terrible news. Our thoughts and sympathies are very much with the family at this moment.
“We are providing appropriate support and counselling at what is a very difficult time for everyone.”
Her death provoked an outcry from the whole community about the impact of bullying on children.
Taking place during Children’s Mental Health Week, many residents of the town took to social media to express their condolences to Megan’s family, as well as their dismay due to the circumstances.
Updating their profile pictures with a frame from PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Centre that states ‘Together Against Bullying’, many members of the community have been united in the discussion of how bullying should be dealt with within the school system.
Crime
Man in critical condition after serious assault in New Quay
A 20-YEAR-OLD man remains in a critical condition in hospital after being seriously assaulted in New Quay.
Dyfed-Powys Police said the incident happened at around 12:51am on Saturday (July 4) in Margaret Street, leading to Uplands Square.
The victim suffered serious, life-threatening injuries and was taken to hospital, where he remains in a critical condition.
A 37-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and remains in police custody.
Police said enquiries are progressing, led by CID and the Major Crime Team. A visible police presence is expected to remain in the area over the coming days.
Officers are appealing for witnesses, or anyone with information, to come forward.
Anyone who can help is asked to contact Dyfed-Powys Police online, by emailing [email protected], by direct message on social media, or by calling 101.
Quote reference: DP-20260704-028.
Community
Kilgetty and Begelly tractor run raises funds for local charities
Around 70 tractors joined the annual charity road run, hosted by the Begelly Arms Hotel
THE ANNUAL Kilgetty and Begelly Charity Tractor Run brought a colourful convoy to the roads around the Narberth area on Saturday (Jul 4), with around 70 tractors taking part.
The event was hosted by the Begelly Arms Hotel, where farmers, families and supporters gathered before the start of the run.
Entrants were treated to bacon rolls and coffee by the hosts before setting off, while many families took the opportunity to pose for photographs alongside the tractors.
The road run once again proved to be a popular community event, bringing together local farmers, vintage tractor enthusiasts and supporters for a good cause.












The sight of dozens of tractors heading out together made an impressive display as the convoy travelled through the local area.
Organisers said local charities are set to benefit from money raised at the event.
The annual run has become a well-supported fixture in the local calendar, with farming families turning out in force to take part and support the fundraising effort.
For further information, contact Peter Adams at the Begelly Arms on 01834 812601.
Pictures: Malcolm Richards
Community
Pontrhydfendigaid Carnival brings village together for colourful celebration
PONTRHYDFENDIGAID Carnival returned in style on Saturday, with a strong community turnout as villagers, families, children and young people gathered on the Village Green before the procession moved on to Bont Pavilion.
The afternoon was full of colour, music and community spirit, with bunting, balloons, decorated floats and smiling faces helping to create a true village celebration.
Among the highlights were the children’s and young people’s entries, which showed real creativity, confidence and effort. Farmyard scenes, animal costumes, a Noah’s Ark-themed float and brightly decorated tableaux all helped bring the carnival to life.



Organisers praised the work that had gone into the displays, competitions and activities, with many families clearly spending hours preparing costumes, props and entries.
The carnival programme featured a wide range of competitions, including floats and tableaux, children’s age-group entries, adverts, pairs, “anything on wheels” and the ever-popular welly throwing competition.
The mix of Welsh and English throughout the event reflected the strong local identity of Pontrhydfendigaid and the importance of keeping village traditions alive for the next generation.
Thanks were also paid to the organisers, volunteers, presidents, compères, families and all those who gave their time behind the scenes. Events of this kind take a great deal of work, and the turnout showed how much the carnival continues to mean to the community.
Pontrhydfendigaid Carnival 2026 proved to be a joyful reminder of what can be achieved when a village comes together.
Photographs and report by Jeremy Rundle
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