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NFU potato conference dedicated to early crop
The Pembrokeshire NFU Early Potato Conference - signalling the start of the season - will be held at Williamston Farm, Houghton, Milford Haven on Friday at 7pm, by permission of Mr David Dixon. The conference is the oldest of its type, and the only one
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Big gun returns to fort after nearly a century
A MASSIVE 18-ton 19th century gun is back in its place at Chapel Bay Fort, Angle, after a gap of nearly a century. The ten-inch calibre RML (rifled muzzle loading) gun was one of three installed in the fort when it was built in 1891. And, after becoming
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Hotel sale shrouded in secrecy
THE Cleddau Bridge Hotel was at the centre of confusion this week over whether or not it is on the market for £1.25 million. The hotel, at Pembroke Dock, was advertised in the May issue of Caterer and Hotelkeeper by specialist estate agent Robert Barry
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Juniors' pride at charity cycle success
From tiny tots to teenagers, they took to their bikes on Bank Holiday Monday to raise money for the British Heart Foundation. In glorious sunshine, 132 children took part in the Junior Bike Ride at Withybush Show-ground. They included teams of Brownies
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Narberth push Town close
Narberth (191 for 8) drew with Haverfordwest (120 for 9) Umpires: Bob Flute and Martin Harries Scorers: Idwal Vincent and Jayne Cole A splendid century by Marc Hughes took Narberth to the brink of a surprise win against Haverfordwest but his side were
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Narrow win for Hook
Hook (134 for 8) beat Lawrenny (133 all out) Umpires: Barry Wood and Tony Scourfield Scorers: Joy James and Malcolm Thomas An unbroken ninth-wicket stand of 34 by unsung heroes Brennan Lay and Dave Petrie helped Hook gain a narrow win in a tense finish
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Secret historic hamlet uncovered
Anyone asking for directions to the Pembrokeshire hamlet of Maes-y-Mynydd or 'The Road to New York' could expect few people to know the way. Hidden away on private land between Treleddyd Fawr and the coast, near St Davids, Maes-y-Mynydd is a secret hamlet
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Major boost for business park
CONSIDERABLE interest has been sparked off in the latest phase of the £4 million Haven's Head business park development at Milford Docks. With the second and third phases currently under construction, the Milford Docks Company is delighted by the scope
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Decoupling will open doors for young farmers
Subsidy reform will create a three-tier farming structure with huge opportunities for new entrants to get a foothold in the industry, predicts the chairman of a group lobbying on behalf of young people in agriculture. Pembrokeshire dairy producer William
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The brothers Arthur
Cresselly (234 for 4) beat Whitland (138 all out) Umpires: Alan Hansen and Rob Bellerby Scorer: David Richards Brothers Julian and Damian Arthur helped Cresselly gain a deserved win over Whitland as both looked impressive at the crease and helped their
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Antwone to miss
Antwone Fisher Director: Denzel Washington. Starring: Derek Luke, Denzel Washington, Joy Bryant, Salli Richardson. Cert. 15, 120 mins In film terms, this week is officially the week before The Matrix: Reloaded comes out on general release. Perhaps that
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Tenby has 'five star destination' potential
Tenby's future as a holiday resort lies in its potential to become a five-star destination, said Wales Tourist Board chief Philip Evans. The town - regarded as 'an icon' by the Board - is now right for a five-star hotel, and two potential investors are
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Cathy flies in for Ducati reunion
OWNERS of Ducati motorcycles from across Britain and beyond gathered in Pembrokeshire at the weekend for their fourth annual club rally. The Western Telegraph caught up with the convoy when it called at the Garland and Griffiths' showroom at Merlins Bridge
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County's dental care in crisis
Dental provision in Pembrokeshire is at crisis point, with Haverfordwest likely to be without any NHS dentists within six months, members of the town council heard last week. Councillor Charles Davies told fellow members there were only two dentists currently
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Bright future for business
The results of the massive Future Skills Wales audit of the workforce in Wales will be an essential tool for business in future, business leaders claim. The £1.6 million Future Skills Wales survey, which will quiz 6,000 businesses across the country,
