News

Haverfordwest: New Headteacher to start next month

Published

7 years ago

January 19, 2018

THE RECENTLY appointed Headteacher of Haverfordwest High VC School will be taking up her role in mid-February.

Mrs Jane Harries was appointed Headteacher of the new 11-19 English-medium school by the Temporary Governing Body towards the end of last year.

Haverfordwest High VC School is set to open in September on both of the sites currently occupied by Sir Thomas Picton and Tasker Milward schools.

Work is underway to evaluate the two sites, with a view to full Council choosing a permanent site later this year for a brand new school building accommodating all pupils.

Mrs Harries – currently Head of Llanidloes High School in Powys – held meetings with staff, parents from Tasker Milward and Sir Thomas Picton, and prospective parents yesterday (Thursday) to introduce herself and talk about her vision for the new school.

She said her primary aim was to provide an outstanding education for students in Haverfordwest in an innovative and inclusive learning environment.

“My mission is to enable everyone to fulfil their potential, foster a love of lifelong learning, and encourage all to live by the motto ‘if you believe it, you can achieve it,” she said.

Mrs Harries also informed staff and parents which year groups would occupy which school site in September this year.

Years 8, 9, 11 and 13 will be taught on the same school site as present. Year 7 pupils will be taught at Tasker Milward and Years 10 and 12 will be taught at Sir Thomas Picton.

The decisions were made by the temporary governing body in consultation with Mrs Harries and officers in the Local Authority.

Mrs Harries’ appointment at Haverfordwest High VC School represents a return to her home town, having attended Mary Immaculate Primary School and Taskers School for Girls before completing her degree at the University of Wales, Swansea.

Her teaching career started at Pembroke School before she moved into further education for a number of years. She then moved back into secondary education working at Ysgol Tregib and Ysgol Pantycelyn in Carmarthenshire. Here, she had first-hand leadership experience of the closure of the two schools when they became Ysgol Bro Dinefwr which moved into a new build in 2016.

She has been Headteacher at Llanidloes High School for two years. Upon her appointment it was rated Amber and is now a Green school, having achieved ‘Good’ for both standards and prospects for improvement in its Estyn inspection in April 2016.

A Welsh learner, Mrs Harries is supported in her new role by her husband and family.

Crime

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

Published

22 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

1 day 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

1 day 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.

Mark your calendars and join the excitement as Milford Haven celebrates the season in style!