THE leader of Pembrokeshire County Council, Councillor John Davies, has paid tribute to long-serving county councillor William (Billy) Davies, of Templeton, (pictured), who has died. Expressing his deep sense of sadness on the passing of a true and genuine
ELVIS is alive and well - and performing at Solva Memorial Hall. Elvis Preseli, that is. The star turn by Solva's Will Candler was one of over 20 local acts that took to the stage in Solva, recently, for a two-night fundraiser. Locals, many of whom had
CD review: Sex Wars by Picture Frame Seduction History lesson pt1: Hardcore punk was born in LA in 1978. Hardcore was punk taken to its loud/fast extremes. Hardcore doctrines extolled the power of youth as a force of change and a rejection of official
Here are the obituaries which were published in the Western Telegraph on Wednesday, April 6th, 2005: MR N. JENKINS CASTLEMORRIS The funeral took place on March 11th of Mr Norman Jenkins, who died on March 7th, aged 77. Norman was born in Castlemorris
Pollination of Pembrokeshire's arable and fruit crops could be under threat if the number of inspectors who monitor disease in honeybee hives is cut. The National Assembly currently funds the Bee Inspectorate, which employs inspectors to visit hives to
OS ydych chi'n un o'r cannoedd o bobl sy'n dysgu Cymraeg yn ardal Penfro a Doc Benfro mae'na gyfle newydd i chi ymarfer yr iaith. Ac mae croeso mawr i chi hefyd os ych chi'n un sydd yn siarad yr iaith yn barod, neu sydd wedi ei siarad neu ei dysgu ac
Pembrokeshire voters could be in for a 'cliffhanger' election. With the announcement of May 5th as E-Day, political candidates are on the starting blocks for the first lap of their 30-day marathon. And it promises to be quite a race. In Preseli Pembrokeshire
A new company in Pembrokeshire is making waves in the world of boat building. Pembroke Dock based-Milford Haven Multihulls is among a new breed of boat builders helping restore the county's maritime tradition. The company, founded a year ago by Martin
On Easter Sunday the Pembroke Autograss Club started their 2005 season, at the Lamphey racetrack, near Pembroke. There was an excellent turnout of race cars and drivers, with support from the neighbouring league, producing close, exciting racing. It was
If you've ever been a fan of TV's Robot Wars, then you're in for a real treat as Heatherton has recently extended its activity range to include Robowars. Robowars allows up to four players to defend their corner of the arena, while attempting to flip
The Welsh novelist Sian James and Pembrokeshire author Brian John shared their experiences as writers with reading groups at Narberth recently. The event at the Queen's Hall, Narberth, drew aspiring writers and people who love to read. Sian James is pictured
NEYLAND Yacht Club may be the county's first totally non-smoking venue. Members voted overwhelmingly in favour of a smoking ban recently. Smoking was initially restricted to the bar area of the clubhouse after an unserviceable extractor fan was removed
Welsh Cup Semi-final CARMARTHEN TOWN 1 HAVERFORDWEST COUNTY 0 The Bluebirds' superb March run of six victories on the trot came to an end on Saturday when they crashed out of the Welsh Cup to Carmarthen. The Blues were always outpaced and outgunned by
Requiem Masses for Pope John Paul II will be celebrated in all five Roman Catholic parishes in Pembrokeshire. And, in keeping with the late Pope's ecumenical zeal, all denominations are invited. The service at St David and St Patrick's Church, Haverfordwest
DEAR EDITOR, - Recently, I posted a letter, which I had addressed correctly - so I thought - and included the correct postcode. I was naive enough to believe the Royal Mail boast that any letter which had the postcode would be delivered without fail.
A shopping bag with a difference has been launched at Haverfordwest Farmers' Market. The strong, hessian bag is being sold by traders at the fortnightly market for £1. The re-useable bag is part of a joint initiative between the Farmers' Market and Pembrokeshire
WOMEN in Pembrokeshire are paid 10.8% an hour less than men, according to a new survey. Figures from the Office for National Statistics show that women in the county work 6.3% fewer hours than men, but are paid 17% less. This gap is smaller than both
AN explosion occurred on Monday during the shutdown at Total refinery in Milford Haven. No one was seriously injured during the incident, which happened within a waste water storage tank just after 4pm. Several people were given first aid treatment at
Birthday greetings this week go to: John Squire, 14, of Manorbier, Sarah Louise Williams, 9, of Hakin; Nia Thomas, 13, of Rosemarket; Oliver Thomas, 13, of Goodwick; Stacey John, 13, of Milford Haven; Zoe Setaro, ten, of Whitland; Rhiannon Louise Elliott
HOW would you like to be the proud owner of a signed Scott Quinnell Scarlets rugby shirt? Well here's your opportunity. The legendary Wales, British and Irish Lions No. 8, has very kindly given the Western Telegraph one of his prized Scarlets shirts which
DEAR EDITOR, - Pembrokeshire County Council has boasted that it has set the lowest council tax in Wales with an increase of only £27.09 (5%) over last year for band D. What it fails to mention is that my band F home has gone up £191.24 (22%). Similarly
TRANSCO will start face-to-face talks with farmers and landowners next week over its plans to drive a massive high pressure gas pipeline across their land. The gas company said it would speak to the owners and tenants of every block of land through which
Live music review: Eliza Carthy and The Ratcatchers / The Sharon Shannon Band Theatr Mwldan, Cardigan, March 24th Even if you are not normally a fan of folk music, Eliza Carthy is still mightily impressive. She is a funky physical performer: a bundle
OS ydych chi'n un o'r cannoedd o bobl sy'n dysgu Cymraeg yn ardal Penfro a Doc Benfro mae'na gyfle newydd i chi ymarfer yr iaith. Ac mae croeso mawr i chi hefyd os ych chi'n un sydd yn siarad yr iaith yn barod, neu sydd wedi ei siarad neu ei dysgu ac
A couple who have been the official key-keepers for the last 15 years at Cilgerran Castle retired at the end of March. Joan and Ian Munro became key-keepers when they moved to the area from Sussex, before opening a small gift shop in their house, which
A 76-year-old grandmother from Fishguard is going to sea in a tall ship as a sponsored volunteer crew member. Doreen Beaumont, from Heol Cynan, will join The Mission to Seafarers' Maritime Museums Voyage from Portsmouth to Bilbao in Spain between September
Pembrokeshire voters could be in for a 'cliffhanger' election. With the announcement of May 5th as E-Day, political candidates are on the starting blocks for the first lap of their 30-day marathon. And it promises to be quite a race. In Preseli Pembrokeshire
PEMBROKESHIRE College held another successful international evening, recently, when 250 people attended the annual event. The evening was arranged by the international students and included a buffet of ethnic foods prepared by them. Students from China
DEAR EDITOR, - I was very pleased to see (Western Telegraph, March 30th) the pro-active approach of Councillors Stock and Bryan to the drunken-fuelled behaviour which blights Haverfordwest town centre at weekends. They are right to refer to 'massive concerns
It's springtime and lots of Easter chicks are hatching at Folly Farm. This is Charlie Chick. Can you draw a friend for him and make him as colourful as possible. Send your entry, along with your name, age, address and Presspack number, to Presspack, Western
Junior Union Cup Quarter Final: Cardigan Seconds 5 Whitland Seconds 55 Whitland Seconds marched into a mouth-watering semi final against Narberth at Cardigan and returned with nine tries and a comfortable win. They were 26 points to the good at half time
A big Presspack welcome this week goes to: Ellie Harris, of Saundersfoot; Megan and Nia Matthews, of Maidenwells; Christopher Moir-Coe, of Pennar; Emma Morgan, of Narberth.
Dear Editor, - Further to Councillor Malcolm Calver's letter 'Scrutinise council services' (Western Telegraph, March 9th), I was particularly interested in his comments about independently-minded councillors. Could he be trying to imply that he is a true
A COUPLE are cycling from London to Paris for Marie Curie Cancer Care. Jane Bryant and Jon Ainsworth are among over 50 people taking part in the 280km ride over the August Bank Holiday. Jane, of Ludchurch, and her partner Jon, enjoy cycling for pleasure
Senior Cup Semi-final PENNAR ROBINS 0 CAREW 0 (0-0 after extra time, Carew won 4-3 on penalties) CAREW'S keeper Ian Kerrison pulled off penalty shoot-out heroics, not once, not twice, but three times, to steer his side into the Senior Cup final and crush
With Oakwood open this Easter, there are so many egg-citing things to get up to this holiday. All the old rides are there, along with new star, Matt the Magician! So, if you fancy a day out this Easter, rearrange these words to reveal three attractions
A SINGLE MUM and her four children have been saved from becoming homeless ... thanks to the Western Telegraph. Julie Davies, who has four children under 12, was faced with homelessness after the three-bedroomed house she was offered was withdrawn by Pembrokeshire
