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Crime gang used Wrexham nail bar in £1.6m migrant smuggling network

A nail bar in the Wrexham area was used as part of a criminal network that facilitated the illegal entry of Vietnamese migrants into the UK and laundered more than £1.6 million in proceeds from the operation. Five members of the organised crime

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Wrexham star Mikayla reflects on her goal-scoring return to Cardiff

IT was quite the return to Cardiff City for Mikayla Cook! Cook, who moved to Wrexham over the summer, grabbed the opening goal just two minutes into the Cardiff City Stadium match-up as Jenny Sugarman's side defeated the Bluebirds 4-2 in an epic

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Six-shooting Witkowski helps Deeside Dragons to open season in style

DEESIDE DRAGONS could not have hoped for a better start to their competitive season. Mike Clancy’s outfit opened their Moralee Division season with a 12-2 home triumph against Sheffield Scimitars. The Scimitars D1 team have been the whipping

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Leaders Llay in four-midable form in North East Wales U19s League

GOALS from Morgan Davies-Jones, Rhys Halliwell, Sam Bryan and Harry Roberts secured North East Wales U19s League leaders Llay Welfare a 4-0 victory over Rhostyllen. Second-placed Brickfield Rangers beat Gresford Athletic 3-1 thanks to a double

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Five-wicket haul from Liam helps to spark Northop Hall title party

NORTHOP HALL celebrated title glory in Division Two of the Liverpool Competition’s 2nd XI League. Liam Evans-Ford took 5-41 as hosts Sutton were bowled out for just 76. That was enough to put Hall 39 points clear at the top with one game to

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Five-two is a popular scoreline in North East Wales Veterans League

MOLD ALEX and FC Queen’s Park were both 5-2 winners in Division One of North East Wales Veterans League. Alan Dawson (2), Lee Reynolds (2) and Elliott Slade were Mold’s marksmen at Broughton United who hit back through Adi Gough’s double. First

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RECAP- Busy road in Wrexham village closed due to collision, Police warn

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Car clocked at 144mph on Wrexham link road crossed by public footpath, panel hears

A North Wales Police and Crime Panel heard how a car was “clocked” travelling 144 miles per hour on a 70mph stretch of road. One member of the panel said he was “horrified” to learn that a public footpath crossed the section of the link road at

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North Wales Cricket League titles decided on dramatic final weekend

BERSHAM, Brymbo Thirds and Pwllheli all celebrated title glory on the final day of the season. Pwllheli pipped Carmel and District to the Division Two title after winning by 33 runs at Brymbo Seconds, who were bowled out for 146 chasing the leaders

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Grice grabs two off the bench as Mynydd Isa draw six-goal Bay thriller

MYNYDD ISA missed out on the chance to go top of the FAW Reserves North League after being held to a 3-3 draw at home to Colwyn Bay. Substitute Ewan Grice (2) and Harry Lambert got the goals for second-placed Isa. Evan Lowry, Adam Roberts and

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Wrexham and Flintshire set for taste of summer as temperatures climb above 20C

Temperatures are set to climb above 20C across Wrexham and Flintshire in the coming days as forecasters predict a return of warm, settled weather despite Wales remaining in drought. Forecasts for Wrexham and Flintshire indicate highs reaching around

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Protesters dump waste outside NRW offices over Coedpoeth illegal tipping dispute

Protesters have dumped a sample of waste from an illegal tipping site in Coedpoeth outside Natural Resources Wales’ offices in Buckley. Around 35 villagers gathered outside the North Wales office of the NRW in protest that – in their view – the

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Flintshire school closure plans face almost total rejection from public again

Two controversial school closure plans have been overwhelmingly rejected once again by the people of Flintshire. More than 96% objected to the creation of a multi-million pound 3-18 Catholic super-school in Flint – which would see the closure of

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Careless driver loses licence after reversing into another car and driving off

A MAN who carelessly reversed into another car and then drove off has lost his licence. Sergii Vykhodchenko, of Llys Alarch in Flint, appeared at Mold Magistrates Court on Monday. The 64-year-old had been convicted in absence at a previous

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Thirlwall Inquiry: Lady Justice Thirlwall's closing remarks into Lucy Letby case

LADY Justice Thirlwall addressed those in the grand hall of Liverpool Town Hall this afternoon (Tuesday, September 15) as the Thirlwall Inquiry report was published. She said: “This Inquiry was set up on 19 October 2023 after the convictions of

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Incoming business rate cuts 'refreshing' for pubs in Wales, says CAMRA director

The director of an organisation dedicated to protecting and promoting real ale has hailed the incoming new business rates cuts for Wales as 'refreshing' for pubs. The Welsh Government has today (September 15) announced that a wealth of venues across

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Wrexham TG Jones enters final days of closure with up to 70% off stock

Wrexham’s TG Jones store is entering its final days of trading, with shelves being dismantled and almost everything inside the Hope Street shop now up for sale. The former WHSmith store has just six days left before it closes, as of Tuesday, September

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Man fined more than £4,700 for illegal gold panning in North Wales river

A MAN has been found guilty of illegal gold panning at Coed y Brenin Forest and ordered to pay fines and costs totalling more than £4,700. On October 4 2024 and December 16 2024, officers from Natural Resources Wales (NRW) caught repeat offender

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Inside Rossett's new Chinese restaurant replacing much-loved village pub

For many people in Rossett, The Griffin Inn is more than just a building. The village pub was a popular local fixture for years before closing its doors, leaving many residents wondering what the future held for one of the area's best-known landmarks

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The Terraces Taste Test - Expensive and forgettable night at the London Stadium

A Friday night under the lights at the London Stadium should have been the perfect setting for another instalment of the matchday food test, but with no pies available at my chosen vendor, it was time to venture into unfamiliar territory with a mozzarella

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Connah's Quay Nomads are next on a tough run of fixtures for Airbus

WHOEVER set this season’s fixture list is no friend of Airbus! Hot on the heels of coming up against defending champions The New Saints, the Wingmakers are now preparing for tonight’s trip to last season’s runners-up Connah’s Quay Nomads. There

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Thirlwall Inquiry says babies may have been saved if Letby concerns addressed earlier

THE Thirlwall Inquiry report states that it is ‘clear’ that some babies would have been saved if concerns around the actions of Lucy Letby had been addressed earlier. The report found a ‘profound failure of management, governance and safeguarding

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Woman was clocked speeding in motor caravan at Pontybodkin 20mph zone, court told

A woman has been fined and handed penalty points after flouting a 20mph speed limit in north Wales. Terri Cartledge, of Bebington Road in New Ferry, appeared at Mold Magistrates Court on Monday. The 35-year-old admitted that on August 11 last

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Wrexham captain Dominic Hyam left out of Scotland squad for Nations League games

SEBASTIEN POCOGNOLI has rung the changes in his first Scotland squad and there's no place for Wrexham captain Dominic Hyam for the upcoming Nations League B fixtures. The centre-back has won four caps for his country and was named in the Scotland

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New Deeside factory opens, securing jobs and investment for the region

A NEW, new multi-million pound manufacturing facility has opened in Deeside, bringing fresh jobs and training opportunities to North Wales for years to come. The 104,000 sq ft Leviat facility at The Airfields, which employs almost 100 people, was

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Church demolition approved in latest Flintshire planning decisions

Plans for home extensions across Northop, Hawarden, Buckley and Higher Kinnerton, and many more are among the latest applications received by Flintshire Council. Meanwhile, permission has been granted for a nine-bedroom holiday accommodation development

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Public sector broadcasters face “huge challenges” says Wales’ culture minister

Wales’ culture minister fielded questions on Plaid Cymru plans to press for the devolution of broadcasting in the Senedd’s first committee scrutiny session after the summer break. Heledd Fychan said public sector broadcasters faced “huge challenges

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Wrexham trio earn Wales call for Nations League fixtures

THREE Wrexham players have been named in the Wales squad for upcoming Nations League fixtures. Goalkeeper Danny Ward, winger Nathan Broadhead and striker Kieffer Moore have been selected by manager Craig Bellamy. Leeds defender Jayden Lienou

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North Wales Police appeal to find wanted 35-year-old man with Flintshire links

Police have launched an appeal to trace a 35-year-old man who they want to speak to in connection with several offences. North Wales Police’s North Flintshire team is asking for the public’s help to locate Luke Laidlaw, who officers say has links

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Stars set to celebrate Theatr Clwyd’s 50th anniversary

A HOST of stars are set to celebrate Theatr Clwyd's 50th anniversary this weekend. Made Right Here: Theatr Clwyd at 50 (September 20) marks 50 years of the beloved theatre at the heart of cultural life in Wales and beyond. For one night only

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Woman banned from Wrexham pubs after throwing pint glasses and punching man

A woman who threw pint glasses at two different men - before punching one to the face - has been banned from all bars, pubs and clubs in Wrexham city centre. Caitlin Evans, of Council Street, Llay, appeared for sentencing at Wrexham Magistrates

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Mold scarecrow competition winners announced after ‘resounding success’

The winners of Mold’s first summer scarecrow competition have been announced after organisers hailed the event a “resounding success”. Staff at Capacity Marketing for Charities won the business category, while Lilly-May Boulton and her nan Caroline

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Tickets for Wrexham's away game against Derby County will go on sale tomorrow

TICKETS for Wrexham's away game at Derby County go on sale tomorrow (Wednesday September 16) to season-ticket holders and members. The Reds have been allocated 2,653 tickets for the match at Pride Park, which kicks off at 3pm on Saturday October

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Lucky residents in Wrexham land £1,000 Postcode Lottery prize

Residents in Wrexham are celebrating after landing a cash prize in the Postcode Lottery. Players in LL14 1SD, which covers Chapel Street/Stryt y Capel in Ponciau, were among the winners announced on Tuesday, September 15. The postcode was selected

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A483 to shut for maintenance every day next week with 52-mile diversion ahead

A483 drivers in Powys are likely to experience delays or will need to leave more time to plan their journeys next week, with a section of the road between Newtown and Llandrindod Wells to be shut. The A483 will be shut during the day, from 9am

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Wrexham plans see Tesco McDonalds refused and Traveller site submitted

A proposed three-pitch family Gypsy and Traveller site in Coedpoeth is among the latest planning applications submitted in Wrexham, while a drive-thru McDonalds planned at Tesco has been refused. Recent decisions also include approval for new facilities

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Lucy Letby: Thirlwall Inquiry into nurse and Countess of Chester to be released

The findings of a public inquiry into how Lucy Letby was able to repeatedly kill and harm babies on a hospital neonatal unit will be published today (Tuesday). The Thirlwall Inquiry was launched in 2023 in the wake of the former nurse’s multiple

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RECAP: Police at scene after car crashes into hedge on A548 in Holywell

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RECAP: A548 blocked after crash as police urge drivers to avoid area

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A483 traffic lights out on roundabout near Chester as drivers urged to take care

Motorists are being urged to take extra care after traffic lights have stopped working at a busy roundabout near Chester. The lights are currently out near the Post House roundabout on the A483, affecting drivers travelling through the junction

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North Wales estate agent announces promotion roles

A NORTH Wales estate agent has announced a series of internal promotions. Annie O'Brien has been promoted to lettings development manager, while colleague Sophie Lewis becomes senior lettings negotiator and valuer at Cavendish's Mold office.

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HGV driver says speeding points 'will affect his job' after flouting 20mph limit

A HGV driver is expecting to face difficulty at work after receiving six points for a pair of speeding offences. Craig Wilcox, of Carlton Avenue in Stoke-On-Trent, appeared at Mold Magistrates Court on Monday. The 56-year-old admitted that

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Photos from the past across Wrexham and Flintshire

There are plenty of moments from the pages of the past in the Leader in today's look through the archives. They include a crowning, darts and much more. Hopefully you can you spot yourself or friends in our Way Back When photos, don't forget

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Full list of 11 Wrexham and Flintshire firms dissolved by Companies House

Eleven companies registered in Wrexham and Flintshire were dissolved during the first two weeks of September, according to Companies House records. The businesses include firms based in Wrexham, Flint, Hawarden, Shotton, Ruabon and Bangor-on-Dee

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Fine and penalty points for man clocked speeding in Sychdyn 20mph zone

A MAN has been fined and handed penalty points after he was clocked speeding in Sychdyn. Umar Malik, of Grange Avenue in Luton, appeared at Mold Magistrates Court on Monday. The 24-year-old admitted one offence of speeding, which took place

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Nolan backs Parkinson but says Wrexham boss must ‘prove it again’

PHIL PARKINSON has proved he is the right man at Wrexham plenty of times before but now he has got to go and do it again. That is the view of Kevin Nolan, a former Bolton Wanderers, Newcastle United and West Ham United midfielder, after the Racecourse

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How Wrexham will mark 92 years since the Gresford Colliery Disaster

Exhibitions, storytelling, and a candlelit vigil are among the events taking place this month to mark the 92nd anniversary of the Gresford Colliery Disaster. The commemorations, organised by the Wrexham Miners’ Project, will remember the 266 men

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Heritage Railcar Weekend returning for two-day celebration of historic trains

A much-loved Heritage Railcar Weekend is returning for a two-day celebration of historic trains. The event will take place on October 17 and 18, 2026, at Llangollen Railway, offering journeys through the scenic Dee Valley. Organised by Llangollen

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Wrexham hotel and pub awarded prestigious four-star accreditation

A hotel and pub have been awarded prestigious four-star accreditation. Hotel Wrexham and The Savvy Fox in Wrexham, which achieved the rating from Visit Wales, places Hotel Wrexham among a select group of high-quality accommodation venues across

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Careless overtake which caused oncoming driver to have to slam on lands man in court

A MAN who carried out a careless overtake whilst transporting his family has been told he was "very lucky" not to have had an incident. Atta-Ul-Manan Khalid, of Delaney Way in Salford, appeared at Mold Magistrates Court on Monday. The 43-year-old

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Andrew Ranger MP on Michael Sheen’s documentary 'Buried' and Monsanto Ruabon plant

Michael Sheen’s documentary “Buried” shone a light on what communities surrounding the Monsanto Ruabon plant had been raising for many years. I heard from Michael Sheen, Lucy Taylor and Dan Ashby, the latter investigative journalists, who appeared

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Employers urged to recognise value of neurodivergent talent

Employers are being urged to recognise the value of neurodivergent talent. Dr Faye Favill, a specialist in neurodivergent education and special needs coordinator (SENCO) at St David’s College in Llandudno, will deliver the message at a business

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New business rate cuts hailed as a 'Godsend' for local hospitality and leisure venues

New business rate cuts for high street hospitality and leisure venues in Wales, announced today (September 15), have been described as a 'Godsend'. Business rates are a tax charged on most commercial properties, including shops, hotels and pubs