News

County to host trek for breast cancer charity Coppafeel

Published

2 years ago

April 28, 2022

A PEMBROKESHIRE woman is set to join I’m A Celebrity winner Giovanna Fletcher and a host of others as they take part in a special charity walk.

Money raised from the walk will go to the breast cancer charity Coppafeel which aims to educate men and women about checking themselves regularly.

The charity’s founder Kris Hellenga was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of just 23.

By the time she was diagnosed her cancer had become terminal and she is just one of approximately 10,000 people every year, under the age of 50, who are told that they have breast cancer.

The charity says that it is really important that everybody starts learning how to examine themselves from a very early age.

Giovanna Fletcher will be joined on the walk with 100 others, all of whom have been affected by cancer in one way or another in their lifetime.

Pembrokeshire’s Ally Ballard said she was proud to be selected to be a part of the walk. She said: “Cancer as a whole has had a massive impact on my family and after my partner was diagnosed with lymphatic cancer in 2010 I made the decision to change my career path and become a nurse.

“During my training my mum was diagnosed with breast cancer and was the 3rd of 6 sisters to have breast cancer. She was successfully treated however went on to develop cancer of the oesophagus shortly after and died just under 12 months after we lost my brother, also to cancer.

“I’d seen the Coppafeel! Treks previously on Giovanna Fletcher’s Instagram page and through those amazing it would be to take on something like that, however they were all in quite remote places and having a busy family meant I always talked myself out of applying.

“When I saw that they were trekking the Pembrokeshire coast path I knew I had to apply. I never imagined that I would get selected so it was a huge shock to receive the email telling me I was in!

“It is such an amazing opportunity not only to raise awareness about breast cancer but also to put Pembrokeshire on the map and share our beautiful coast path with so many people.”

The walk takes place in June and anyone wishing to donate can go to Ally’s JustGiving page https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/ally-treks

News

Tigers second division Cup Champions

Published

7 hours ago

May 1, 2024

Herald Sport

In a thrilling Pembrokeshire Division Two Cup final under the floodlights of Bridge Meadow Stadium, fans witnessed an epic battle between Monkton Swifts reserves and Johnston. Despite Monkton Swifts reserves being touted as favorites, Johnston proved their mettle from the outset.

The game kicked off with a burst of energy as Johnston’s center half, Craig Bendall, seized an early opportunity to put his team ahead just ten minutes into the match. However, Monkton Swifts’ prolific Scotsman, Davis, swiftly responded with an equalizer, showcasing the resilience of the favourites.

The momentum shifted again when the dynamic duo of Alfie and Scott Crawford of Johnston orchestrated a beautifully executed goal, putting Johnston back in the lead at 2-1.

As the game progressed, Monkton Swifts brought in reinforcements, including Ben Steele, to regain control. Their efforts paid off when Jordan Kilby leveled the score at 2-2 with just under 20 minutes remaining.

But the Crawfords had other plans. Combining once more, Scott provided the assist for Alfie, who coolly finished to put Johnston ahead once again.

With time running out, Monkton Swifts launched a relentless onslaught in search of an equalizer. However, Johnston’s defense held firm, defying the odds to clinch the Division Two Cup title in a memorable victory.

The match showcased the passion and determination of both teams, with Johnston emerging as deserving champions in a fiercely contested final at Bridge Meadow Stadium.

Crime

Police investigating attempted burglary at Haverfordwest shop

Published

11 hours ago

May 1, 2024

Tom Sinclair

POLICE in Pembrokeshire are investigating an attempted burglary at No.37 Food and Wine shop on High Street, Haverfordwest, at about 3am on Wednesday, April 3.

A window was smashed and the door handle broken.

Police said: “If you have any information that could help enquiries, please get in touch with PC 195 Tayler, either by: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101.

“Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.”

News

Don’t forget to vote on Thursday, May 2

Published

11 hours ago

May 1, 2024

Luke Sinclair

THURSDAY, May 2 is your chance to vote for the Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Commissioner.

Don’t forget to use your vote and head to your local polling station between 7am and 10pm.

They are elected by the public to hold Chief Constables and the police force to account on their behalf.

A Police and Crime Commissioner’s job is to set the police budget and make sure it is spent effectively, appoint the local police forces Chief Constables, set police and crime plans in collaboration with residents and work closely with the local council and other organisations on these plans.

This is the first election in Wales where you will need photographic ID to vote.

Accepted forms of ID include a UK, European Economic Area (EEA) or Commonwealth passport or drivers’ licence; and some concessionary travel passes, such as an older person’s bus pass or an Oyster 60+ card. Voters will be able to use expired ID if they are still recognisable from the photo.

Or you may have applied for a Voter Authority Certificate which is also accepted.

If you plan on taking your Postal Vote to a polling station or County Hall main reception remember to fill in a vote return form. Without the completed form those postal vote(s) will be rejected.

You can only hand in your own postal vote, and postal votes for up to five other people.

You can find out more about the Police and Crime Commissioner Elections online (opens in new window).