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Woman left in 'constant fear' after ex-husband shouted at her demanding money
A man who claimed he was shouting "I want my money" at his pet dog has been sentenced by a court for breaching his non-molestation order to protect his ex-wife. Timothy Cooke, 59, was found guilty of pulling up in his vehicle and shouting at Nicola
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Cannabis user banned from driving for three years
A drug driver has been told that he has a "lot of growing up to do" after a court disqualified him for three years. Kieran Bradshaw, 24, admitted to police that he had recently smoked cannabis after his friend's Mercedes car was pulled along the
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Powys man avoids jail for racially abusing shopkeeper and his son
A POWYS man has been jailed for racially abusing his local shopkeeper – who also happened to be his landlord. Darren Hopwood hurled racial insults at Didar Singh, owner of Premier Stores in Llanwrtyd Wells, as well as his son Dillbahar, in separate
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Businesses from across Powys pick up accolades at this years Great Taste Awards
Powys businesses are celebrating after being recognised in this year’s Great Taste Awards. Food producers from across the county are celebrating after being recognised in the "world’s largest and most trusted food and drink accreditation scheme
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Boy, 17, charged with murders of Southport girls named in court
A SEVENTEEN-YEAR-OLD boy who is charged with the murders of three girls killed in the knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport has been named as Axel Rudakubana after a judge lifted reporting restrictions. He appeared at a
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Builder in court over allegations linked to work on Powys homes
A POWYS builder who faces 25 charges of breaching trading standards regulations and misleading clients is set to enter pleas to all the alleged offences later this month. Carl Stringer, a director at Calon Y Coed Ltd, based in south Powys, appeared
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Find out how the JD Cup second qualifying draw treated Powys and mid Wales clubs
CARNO'S reward for seeing off Radnor Valley is a home clash with Penycae in the second qualifying round of the JD Welsh Cup. Elsewhere in the draw, Llanrhaeadr also boast home advantage against Llanystumdwy while Berriew hit the road for Ardal
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Powys athletics star Adele Nicoll unveiled as ambassador for nationwide charity
ADELE Nicoll has been unveiled as an ambassador for an established charity. The Feathers Association, the charity that provides engaging opportunities for children and communities to develop via a programme of informal education, sporting, cultural
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'Dream come true' after Welshpool business picks up Great Taste award
A Welshpool food producer has been awarded a prestigious Great Taste Award. The Bubbling Stove in Welshpool is celebrating after owner Seren Charrington-Hollins picked up a two-star award in this year’s Great Taste Awards. Seren's Classic Gluten
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Trial date fixed for Powys man accused of sexual assault in town bar
THE trial of a Powys man accused of sexual assault is scheduled to go ahead as planned next month. Benjamin Watkins, 34, from Brecon, faces a single charge of assault by penetration. It is alleged he sexually assaulted a female in a bar in Brecon
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Popular Powys town youth motocross club re-forms ahead of practise day
Rhayader Youth Motocross Club has re-formed. A new committee has been formed following a successful annual meeting with Wayne Price elected chairman and Anthony Evans his vice chairman. Meanwhile Sarah Hope will serve as secretary and Nikki
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Powys town set to host stars as world enduro championship arrives
This weekend sees the world’s best enduro riders descend of Rhayader for Rounds 11 and 12 of the 14 round World Enduro Championships. In the overall championship fight it’s pretty much a three way battle with Spain’s Josep Garcia eight points ahead
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New Kathy Gittins shop owner 'excited' to take over from friend and mentor
The new owner of a well-known Welshpool clothes shop says she is “excited” to take over from her friend and mentor. Shona Jerman will be taking over the Kathy Gittins store in Severn Street after Kathy retired from the business on Wednesday, July
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WATCH: Driver disqualified after dashcam catches dangerous overtake in Powys
A 70-year-old man has been banned from driving after he was caught dangerously overtaking two cars on a busy Powys Road while vehicles were travelling from the opposite direction. Stephen Hayward was driving a silver Land Rover along the A483 near
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New Saints snap up trio of young talent to boost squad ahead of new season
The New Saints Women have completed the signing of former Everton, Liverpool, and Wolverhampton Wanderers player Poppy Kendrick-Jones who joins the club ahead of the 2024/25 season. The Oswestry-born youngster enjoyed four seasons in total with
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Oliver Morgan's medal hopes end with semi-final defeat at Paris Olympics
British interest in the men’s 200m backstroke ended after Oliver Morgan missed out on a place in the final in Paris last night. The 20-year-old from Bishop's Castle's time of 1:57.28 was enough for sixth as his debut Olympic Games ended without
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Hold onto your freedom, choices and independence with Helping Hands home care
There is no place like home to live your happiest and healthiest life with Helping Hands Home Care. Helping Hands has been an endorsed private home care provider for over 35 years, with family values placed strongly at their core. Helping Hands
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Year 10 students get immersive work experience at Powys business
Year 10 students were given a two-week immersive work experience programme at a major Welshpool business. Morland specialises in the leisure, marine, and construction sectors, and welcomed eight year 10 pupils to provide insights into various aspects
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Powys theatre legends win one of Eisteddfod's most prestigious awards
The founders of a Powys theatre company that is well-known for iconic Welsh shows will receive one of the Eisteddfod's most prestigious awards. Penri Roberts and Linda Gittins will be presented with the Sir TH Parry-Williams Memorial Medal next
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Much-loved show returns to village near Newtown this weekend
One of the most highly anticipated country shows is returning to a village near Newtown this weekend. Dolfor Show and Sports is set to bring fun for the whole family on Saturday, August 3, from 1pm starting with the dog show. The carnival starts
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New restaurant and coffee house to open its doors this week
A new restaurant and coffee house is set to host its opening night on Friday (August 2) after weeks of anticipation about the latest addition to the town centre. Hiraeth will open its doors to pre-booked customers at the historic Plynlimon House
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Guilsfield Show set to return with full line-up of activities
This year's much-anticipated Guilsfield Show is set to take place in August at the Fron-Y-Fele Field in Groeslwyd. The community-run event, which is promising a great day out will be held on Thursday, August 8. The show includes lots of different
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Brothers caught with up to £32,000 of cannabis plants in Knighton escape jail
TWO brothers who stuffed a car full of cannabis plants with a potential street value of up to £32,000 in Knighton have landed community orders. Jojo Medford, 25, and Jack Medford, 22, both of Mags Way, in Reading, Berkshire, were each given a 12
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Newtown man denies carrying knife outside his home
A man who denies claims he was carrying a knife while outside his home will stand trial in court. David Lloyd, 57, pleaded not guilty to possessing a knife blade in a public place when he appeared at Welshpool Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, July
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New bid to turn wing of historic hall featured on Channel 4 into health retreat
An application has been made for further works on the controversial Llanerchydol Hall that appeared on Channel 4. The owners of the Grade II* Llanerchydol Hall near Welshpool have submitted a new application to create a health and wellbeing retreat
