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Bronze medal for college brickie

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7 years ago

July 7, 2017

Pembrokeshire College WorldSkills Bronze medallist: Ryan Jeramias being presented with his award

PEMBROKESHIRE COLLEGE student, Ryan Jeramias has won the Bronze medal at the recent WorldSkills Bricklaying Final.

Held at Coleg Menai, two Pembrokeshire College Level 3 Advanced Craft (Brickwork) students made it to the final and competed against some of the best students in Wales for the winners’ trophy.

Pembrokeshire College tutor, Peter Rogers congratulated students Ryan Jeramias and Finlay Kirkwood on their performance . He said: “The boys completed their models to an excellent standard and performed exceptionally well on what was a very hot day. They did a great job flying the flag for Pembrokeshire and congratulations to Ryan for a great result, winning a Bronze medal in such difficult conditions!”

The WorldSkills Bricklaying final saw competitors build an 825mm wall from a drawing while incorporating decorative features on both sides. Ryan must now wait to find out if his Bronze medal places him in the top ten in the UK, which would give him a place in the WorldSkills UK Final in November.

Both Ryan and Finlay have completed their trade qualifications at Pembrokeshire College and have found employment; Ryan now works for Almac Construction, Tenby and Finlay will work in Australia, where the demand for brickwork skills is high.

With the construction industry in Wales expected to grow faster than in any other part of the UK, now is the perfect time to learn a trade! Visit pembrokeshire.ac.uk/courses to find out more.

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Police and council in collaborative effort to tackle fly grazing

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3 mins ago

December 23, 2024

Tom Sinclair

IT WAS confirmed this week Pembrokeshire County council is teaming up with Dyfed-Powys Police in a bid to tackle a growing problem of horses on public areas in the county.

The move comes after the County has witnessed a significant increase in incidents of horses being left on public land and highways – known as fly-grazing.

Over the Christmas period the agencies will work operationally in a collaborative effort to alleviate the issue.

This joint approach is in response to community concerns and part of a wider initiative that will enable partner agencies to effectively address with the issue.

Members of the public can report fly grazing concerns by contacting [email protected] or 01437 764551.

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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)

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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.