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This is why you might see emergency vehicles at Welshpool Airport tonight
The public have been warned that they may see high numbers of emergency vehicles at a Powys airport tonight - but there's no need to be alarmed. A multi-agency training exercise is taking place at Mid Wales Airport in Welshpool on the evenign of
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Dog owners issued urgent heatstroke warning as temperatures could hit 32C
Dog owners have been issued an urgent warning by experts as temperatures rise and pets become more at risk of suffering from heatstroke. The warning comes as the Met Office has forecasted temperatures as high as 30C for parts of the country this
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Councillor thinks he has an answer to Powys' potholes problem
A BUDGET surplus from last year should be used to fix potholes in Powys a senior councillor has urged. And questions were raised on whether all the cuts and savings totalling just under £15.4 million from last year are permanent. Members of
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IN PICS: Katie Price thrills visitors as she makes appearance at Powys pub
PEOPLE attending last week’s Royal Welsh Show “absolutely loved” it when former glamour model Katie Price made an appearance. The former Page 3 model turned reality TV personality was part of the glitzy line-up at the White Horse during the four-day
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Legal challenge made to Welshpool Air Ambulance base closure
A legal challenge is being made to the closure of the Air Ambulance base in Welshpool. An application has been made for a judicial review into the decision of the Welsh NHS’s Joint Commissioning Committee’s (JCC) decision to close the base back
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Police ask public for help locating man missing from Powys
Police are asking for help locating a missing Powys man. Dyfed-Powys Police are asking the public for help in locating a man named Scott, 44, from the Newbridge-on-Wye and Llandrindod Wells area. In a description given out by police Scott is
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Powys man who died in motocross accident had 'smile that went from ear to ear'
THE family of a Powys man have described him as having a “smile that went from ear to ear”, following his death in a motorbike accident. Duncan Powell, 35, died following an accident at a motocross track near Penybont on Sunday, July 28. The married
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Weather warning for thunderstorms now set to last the entire day
The Weather Warning for thunderstorms in Powys is expected to last much longer than first thought. The Met Office has updated its weather warning for storms across the country including the whole of Powys – with storms expected to last the entire
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Council joins rush of tributes to 'wise and astute' councillor Michael Williams
Powys County Council has paid tribute to late councillor Michael Williams. Mr Williams served as a representative in Machynlleth for over 40 years and tributes have flooded in for the councillor, who passed away last week, being described as “Machynlleth
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Inquest opened after young woman found in room at hotel where she worked
An inquest has opened after a young woman was found dead in her room at the hotel where she worked last week. Katharine Ellen Wright, 22 and born in Worcester, was the assistant manager of the Baron at Bucknell, in Bucknell near Knighton, also
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Martin Lewis responds to Rachel Reeves cutting 'crucial' benefits for elderly
Earlier today Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a series of public spending cuts including Pension Credit. Only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get the Winter Fuel Payment going forward - those on the credit will get £200
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Town makes bold bid to save high street banking
A Powys border postmaster is calling for support from locals to aid an application for a banking hub. Tim Allen, gave an update on the future of a permanent banking hub in Kington after locals were asked to sign a petition showing their support
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County Times readers can subscribe for just £6 for 6 months in this flash sale
Readers who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £6 for 6 months or over 50% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read our news site online, as subscribers
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Drink driver didn't realise whole bumper had ripped off overtaking truck
A driver who didn't realise that his entire bumper had been ripped off after as he overtook a truck was found to be more than twice the alcohol limit, a court has heard. Anthony Holland, 62, had been driving back home from having a few pints at
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Heart of Wales Geopark launch reveals Llandrindod's fascinating geology
The Heart of Wales Geopark, celebrating the region's extraordinary geological heritage, launched in Llandrindod on July 27. The Geopark spreads across the area between Builth, Llandrindod and Llandegley, recognised globally in geological circles
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'Magical' Powys restaurant nominated for national award - how you can vote
A Powys restaurant has been recognised among the best restaurants in the UK after being nominated for a national award. The nominations for the 6th Annual British Restaurant Awards (BRA) have been released with establishments all across the UK
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Powys artist wows judges to scoop £500 top prize in competition
THE winners of an art competition organised by the Llanwrtyd and District Heritage and Arts Centre were announced at a special preview evening held in early July. More than 70 guests viewed the exhibition which comprised of 80 pieces chosen from
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Man sentenced for dangerous driving in 'high speed' police getaway
A man has been sentenced for the "worst mistake of his life" after speeding away at high speed from police then narrowly avoided a crash in Welshpool. Simon Cairns, 39, of Castle Caereinion was sentenced to an 18-month community order and was disqualified
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Motorcyclist, 20, died after colliding with telegraph pole near Llanidloes
AN inquest into the death of a young motorcyclist in Powys has been open and adjourned, pending further investigation. James Napier Henry Wilson, 20, died on the A44 near Llangurig on June 22 this year when the black Honda motorcycle he was riding
