Archive - Thursday, 17 January 2019

Premier League Predictions: Week 20
WOLVES v LEICESTER CITY
Holywell Town boss John Haseldin is committed to transforming the club's fortunes
John Haseldin insists his Holywell Town side have the quality and belief to stave off the threat of relegation.
First phase of season has been a learning curve for Druids
HUW GRIFFITHS believes the first phase of the season has been a “learning curve” for Cefn Druids.
Council to look at funding for new affordable apartments in Garden City
SENIOR councillors are to look at funding new affordable homes in Flintshire.
Officers share memories of life at closed Wrexham police headquarters
Love it or loathe it, Wrexham's police headquarters has been an iconic part of the town's skyline for more than 40 years.
Benefit system change and zero-hours contracts blamed for surge in demand for Wrexham Foodbank help
BENEFIT system changes and zero-hours contracts have been blamed for a big rise in those seeking help at Wrexham Foodbank during 2018.
Gamers aim to break world record in Wrexham for longest continuous Minecraft marathon
Gamers gathering at Wrexham Glyndwr University are aiming to break a world record later this month.
Plant hire firm closes with loss of more than 80 jobs
THREE administrators from Ernst & Young (EY) have been called into Hawk Plant Hire to find a buyer.
Inquest into death of much-loved Wrexham football coach
A MUCH-LOVED Wrexham football club coach died from cocaine poisoning, an inquest heard
Dramatic footage captures Deeside robber setting his trousers on fire during rooftop stand-off
Dramatic footage captured the moment a Deeside robber hurled slates at police and set his trousers on fire during a rooftop stand-off.
QUIZ: How comfortable are YOU financially (this poll says you need two homes)
Having savings, being debt-free and going on two holidays a year means you're ‘comfortable', according to a study.
Striker Rekeil Pyke focused on Wrexham AFC promotion push
REKEIL PYKE'S parent club Huddersfield Town are battling for their Premier League lives but the striker is focused on Wrexham's promotion challenge.
Deeside woman spat in police officer's face and bit another on arm after objecting to removing her clothes in cell
A WOMAN who objected to removing her clothes in a police cell spat at one police officer and bit a second on the arm.
Theatr Clwyd business plan awaiting approval as it enters 'exciting and dynamic period'
FLINTSHIRE Council’s Cabinet will be asked to approve the Theatr Clwyd Business Plan 2019-2021 when it meets on January 22.
Tributes to 'exceptional' tradesman who ran Mold hardware store for over half a century
TRIBUTES have been paid to a ‘lovely man’ who was one of the ‘great characters’ and tradesman of the local area.
Why have foresters in Nercwys painted this tree blue?
NERCWYS Forest may be a long way from Western Australia but thanks to the efforts of one local woodsman, a little corner of Flintshire will always remember the life of Jayden White - a young man from the small town of Mukinbudin who took his own life…
Gordon Roberts
ROBERTS GORDON Beryl and family would like to express their thanks to everyone who helped with Gordon. Special thanks to doctors at Bryn Darland surgery and the district nurses, Coedpoeth. Also to Brymbo carers and neighbours. Donations in lieu of…
CAROLE WILLIAMS
WILLIAMS Carole Of Dreflan, Mold. Who sadly passed away at the Maelor Hospital, Wrexham on Monday 31st December 2018, aged 74 years. Beloved wife of Eric, devoted mum of Paul, Sharon and Lynda, treasured and much loved nana. She will be sadly missed by…
JIM DYSON
DYSON JIM Of Megs Lane, Buckley. Passed away peacefully at the Maelor Hospital, Wrexham on Friday 4th January 2019, aged 80 years. Beloved husband of Lyn, devoted dad of Janet and Paul, father-in-law of Elias and much loved grandad of Josh. He will be…
June Hughes
HUGHES JUNE January 4, 2019 peacefully in hospital aged 86 years of Leeswood nr, Mold. Cherished wife of John, treasured mum of Gaynor, dear mother-in-law of Barry, doting nan of Jason. Funeral service at Christ Church, Pontblyddyn on Wednesday, 23rd…
dilys glover
GLOVER (nee Davies) Dilys Rippon Passed away peacefully on 11 January 2019, aged 92. Wife of the late Gordon and mother of Helen, Olwen and Richard. Teacher in Buckley, Flint, Shotton and Mold VP Schools. Founder of Powys Family History Society and…
BETTY ROBERTS
ROBERTS BETTY 9th January 2019, peacefully at Nightingale House Hospice following a long illness, of Hall St, Rhos aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Roberts. Dearly loved mum of Janet, David and Gaynor and a cherished mother in law, nanna…
VERA KATHLEEN KOSCINSKA
KOSCINSKA VERA KATHLEEN Peacefully at Wrexham Maelor Hospital on Thursday 10th January 2019 aged 96 years. Formerly of Cambrian Place Caia Road Wrexham. Dearly loved wife of the late Jozef. Loving mum of Stefan, Belinda and Maria. Dear mother in law of…
ANNE THOMAS
THOMAS ANNE On 27th December 2018, passed away at Wrexham Maelor Hospital, aged 85 years, of Ty Gwyn, Wrexham. Dearly loved wife of the late Glyn. Funeral Service at Pentrebychan Crematorium on Friday, 25th January at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please,…
jOHANNA SZULC
SZULC Johanna Edith Maria (Hanni) 13th January 2019, peacefully in hospital of Cae Bracty, Glanrafon Road, Mold aged 93 years. Beloved wife of Jan. Hanni will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service at Northop Crematorium on…
Plans for multibillion-pound new nuclear power station on Anglesey are suspended - reaction as it happened
Plans for a multibillion-pound new nuclear power station have been suspended, delivering a huge blow to the economy in Anglesey and North Wales.
Wrexham Scouts group in lockdown after teenage yobs verbally abuse Leader and children
POLICE were called to a complaint of anti-social behaviour after an incident left a Wrexham Scout group in lock down.
Shock as foxes are found dead in Gronant field
SHOCKED onlookers have reported finding a number of dead foxes in the region, but police say the killings form part of a legal cull.
Disney: Nomads well-placed in the race for the title
JOHN DISNEY stopped short of making any bold predictions - but he knows Connah’s Quay Nomads are in a great position in the race for the Welsh Premier League title.
Wrexham AFC boss Graham Barrow urges his players to do their talking on the pitch
GRAHAM BARROW wants his players to do their talking on the pitch as Wrexham aim to end their poor run of form.
'Meet the manager' night held for Wrexham AFC fans
REDS fans took their opportunity to quiz the club's new management team last night.
Wrexham's Rock the Park music festival promises to be 'bigger and better' this summer
A music festival will return to Wrexham this summer bigger and better than ever say organisers.
Flint man's shock at attempt to puncture car tyre with bottle cap nail
A FLINTSHIRE resident was shocked to find someone had made an attempt to puncture the tyre of their car.

16th January 2019