Pembroke: Assaulted grandmother was ‘prisoner in her own home’

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8 years ago

February 28, 2017

FOLLOWING the assault of his 77-year-old grandmother, a Pembroke man appeared in court on Thursday (Feb 23) charged with assault by beating.

Gwyn Davies, 35, of Strongbow Walk, Pembroke, appeared in Lanelli Magistrates’ Court charged with assault by beating.

Davies pleaded guilty to the charge.

Representing himself, Davies said that he had twisted his grandmother’s ear.

Prosecuting, Helen Edwards told the court that Davies had lived with his grandmother since the age of nine. However, in recent years, she had noticed a change in his behaviour.

She said that his behaviour had become abusive and threatening, causing her to feel ‘like a prisoner in her own home’.

Prior to the incident, Davies’ grandmother had been eating all her meals in her bedroom, scarcely leaving it out of fear.

On the day of the assault, Davies had been awoken by his grandmother’s son, who had come over to take out the bins.

Davies swore at him, telling him to ‘get the f**k out’. He then turned his aggression towards his grandmother, approaching her from behind and sharply twisting her ear, causing her to scream and cry.

Speaking to the police, Davies’ grandmother said that he was ‘cruel’ and she didn’t ‘want him in her life anymore’.

In an interview with Dyfed-Powys Police, Davies showed no remorse for his actions, telling officers ‘what goes around comes around’ and calling his grandmother a ‘f**king c**t’.

Davies will be remanded in custody until Wednesday (Mar 8) when he will be returning to Llanelli Magistrates Court for sentencing.

Tractor run lights up Pembrokeshire and raises funds for charity

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2 days ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

THE PEMBROKESHIRE ILLUMINATED TRACTOR RUN took place today (Dec 21), raising funds for two vital charities: the Catrin Vaughan Foundation and Wales Air Ambulance.

Starting at Clarbeston Road AFC at 6:00pm, the brightly lit convoy of nearly 200 tractors made its way through Withybush Hospital and Haverfordwest High Street before finishing at the Pembrokeshire County Showground.

The annual event has become a highlight of the festive calendar, drawing large crowds to witness the spectacle of tractors adorned with colourful lights and decorations.

Funds raised from the event will support the Catrin Vaughan Foundation, which provides crucial assistance to families facing hardship, and the Wales Air Ambulance, delivering life-saving emergency medical care across the region.

Organisers praised the dedication of local farmers and volunteers, whose commitment ensures the event’s continued success year after year.

(Image: Nia Marshall/Facebook)

Business

Ferry Terminal ‘extremely busy’ due to ongoing Holyhead closure

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2 days ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

PEMBROKE DOCK Ferry Terminal has been experiencing significant congestion today as ferry services remain under immense pressure following the closure of Holyhead Port earlier this month.

The disruption, caused by storm damage, has rerouted ferry traffic through Pembrokeshire, leading to long queues and crowded facilities at the terminal.

The Herald can confirm that it has been very busy today with cars, lorries, and foot passengers queuing in large numbers. Staff are working tirelessly to manage the influx, directing vehicles and assisting passengers as they prepare to board the heavily booked ferries.

A spokesperson for the Port of Milford Haven said: “We are working closely with ferry operators and local authorities to ensure traffic flows as smoothly as possible, but the sheer volume of vehicles is causing unavoidable delays.”

Travelers are being urged to arrive early for their sailings and to remain patient as the terminal operates at full capacity.

Both Stena Line and Irish Ferries have increased capacity on their Pembrokeshire routes, deploying larger vessels, including the Stena Adventurer and the MV James Joyce, to handle the surge in demand.

From our position at the terminal, our photographer has captured photos showing long lines of vehicles, groups of foot passengers carrying luggage, and port staff coordinating efforts to ease congestion.

Authorities are advising non-essential travelers to consider rescheduling their journeys where possible and to monitor updates from ferry operators closely.

(Photos: Martin Cavaney/Herald)

Community

Festive celebrations at St Davids Cathedral this weekend

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2 days ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ST DAVIDS Cathedral is set to host two special events on Sunday (Dec 22), offering a blend of joyful participation and traditional carol singing to mark the Christmas season.

In the morning, families are invited to the Scratch Nativity at 11:00am. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed as wise men, angels, sheep, or shepherds and take part in an unrehearsed retelling of the Christmas story. Canon Leigh described the event as: “Complete, wonderful chaos for an hour… but with some poignant, thought-provoking moments to centre ourselves on the real meaning of Christmas.”

Later in the evening, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols by Candlelight will take place at 7:00pm, featuring the Cathedral Choir. The event, steeped in tradition, will see the cathedral bathed in candlelight as carols and scripture readings fill the historic space.

Doors will open at 5:45pm for those seeking unreserved seating, and a large turnout is expected for this beloved Christmas celebration.