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News and sport from The Leader covering Wrexham and Flintshire in North Wales
Overcrowded parking drives Connah's Quay residents to oppose new HMO.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2561743...
#Flintshire
#HMO
#planning
#Connahsquay
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Overcrowded parking drives Connah's Quay residents to oppose new HMO
Residents frustrated at the lack of parking on their street have lodged a number of objections to plans for a four-bedroom HMO in Connah’s Quay.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25617430.parking-warning-connahs-quay-hmo-plans
about 6 hours ago
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Wrexham cost of living support grants to be paid before Christmas - but council tax debt concerns remain.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2561652...
#Wrexham
#costofliving
#poverty
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Poverty grants to be paid before Christmas but council tax debt concerns remain
Plans for the council to issue grant funding to combat the cost of living crisis in Wrexham have received cross-party support - but concerns have…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25616525.wrexham-will-deliver-poverty-support-grants-christmas/
about 9 hours ago
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A familiar face has entered into the challenge this year!
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2561350...
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Ex-Big Brother contestant-turned-vicar stars on Netflix's Squid Game: The Challenge
A former Big Brother contestant, who is now a vicar in North Wales, has recently starred in a hit Netflix show.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25613501.ex-big-brother-star-glyn-wise-squid-game-challenge/
about 12 hours ago
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HSBC bank building in Hawarden could be turned into a home.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2561243...
#Flintshire
#Hawarden
#planning
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Former bank building could be turned into a home if plans are approved
A historic bank building in Hawarden may soon be turned into a home if plans are approved.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25612436.hsbc-bank-building-hawarden-turned-home/
1 day ago
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Hafod landfill campaigner gives evidence to Senedd inquiry.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2561091...
#Wrexham
#hafodlandfill
#Seneddinquiry
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Hafod landfill campaigner gives evidence to Senedd inquiry
Steve Gittins - who submitted a petition calling for the Welsh Government to close down Hafod landfill site - has given evidence to a Senedd…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25610915.johnstown-campaigner-gives-evidence-hafod-odour-inquiry
2 days ago
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More than half of Wrexham high schools need major repairs.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2561021...
#Wrexham
#schools
#repairs
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Five of Wrexham's high schools in need of major repair works
More than half of Wrexham’s secondary schools are in need of major structural repairs according to a council review.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25610218.half-wrexham-high-schools-need-major-repairs/
2 days ago
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Flintshire's three-weekly bin scheme is reducing waste.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2560911...
#Flintshire
#waste
#bincollections
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Three-weekly bin collections are reducing Flintshire's non-recyclable waste
New data shows Flintshire County Council has sent almost 3,000 fewer tonnes of rubbish to the county's Parc Adfer 'waste-to-energy' power plant than…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25609112.flintshires-three-weekly-bin-scheme-reducing-waste
2 days ago
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Fine and ban for man, 22, who crashed car into lamppost after drinking:
tinyurl.com/bdf9uhy9
5 days ago
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Five-hour debate fails to stall Flintshire super-school process.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2560553...
#Flintshire
#catholicsuperschool
#education
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Five-hour debate fails to stall Flintshire super-school process
After a marathon five-hour debate over Flintshire County Council’s Catholic super-school plans, the scheme will now move on to the next phase of…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25605536.flintshire-super-school-opponents-lose-bid-stall-process
5 days ago
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'All systems go' for Wrexham's 2029 City of Culture bid.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2560545...
#Wrexham
#Wrecsam2029
#UKcityofculture2029
#culture
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'All systems go' for Wrexham's 2029 City of Culture bid
The campaign for Wrexham to become UK City of Culture in 2029 is officially underway – and it could be worth £1 billion to the local economy…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25605452.wrexham-bid-uk-city-culture-2029-officially-begins
5 days ago
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Sentencing date set for Thomas Iveson after jury's manslaughter verdict:
tinyurl.com/3e4wykjd
5 days ago
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BREAKING: Jury has returned its verdict in Thomas Iveson murder trial
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2560429...
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Jury returns its verdict: Thomas Iveson GUILTY of manslaughter of Craig Richardson
The Jury returned to court with their verdict this morning
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25604294.thomas-iveson-guilty-manslaughter-craig-richardson/
5 days ago
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Man who damaged gravestones was 'off his face on drink and drugs,' court told:
tinyurl.com/vws4ew94
6 days ago
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Flintshire councillors slam pay rise plan as 'out of touch'.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2560104...
#Flintshire
#councillorspayrise
#DBCC
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Councillors criticize 'out of touch' pay rise and 'parachute payments'
Flintshire councillors have accused the independent body charged with setting elected members pay of being ‘out of touch with reality’ after it…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25601040.flintshire-councillors-slam-pay-rise-plan-out-touch
6 days ago
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Dangerous thug locked up for 'savage' drunken attack on complete stranger at pub:
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7 days ago
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Drink-driver left police a photo of his own face in abandoned car, court told:
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8 days ago
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Sex offender was using chat apps to 'make friends' without telling police:
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8 days ago
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Green light for £13.5m metal recycling facility in Wrexham.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2559563...
#WRexham
#recycling
#planning
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Multi-million pound metal recycling facility given go-ahead
A new £13.5 million metal recycling sorting facility on Wrexham Industrial Estate has been approved despite noise and traffic concerns from local…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25595634.green-light-13-5m-metal-recycling-facility-wrexham
8 days ago
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Flintshire and Wrexham councillors look likely to receive an inflation-busting pay rise from an independent commission.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2559272...
#Flintshire
#Wrexham
#councillorspayrise
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Council leaders in line for more than £4k pay rise
The leaders of Flintshire and Wrexham Councils are in-line to receive an annual pay rise of just over £4,200 in April.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25592726.much-will-flintshire-wrexham-councillors-pay-rise/
9 days ago
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Plan to use Overton playing field to extend cemetery.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2559148...
#Wrexham
#Overton
#cemetery
#planning
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Football field earmarked for 178-plot expansion to village cemetery
A recreational field used for football in Overton has been earmarked for a 178-plot cemetery extension to 'improve community health and wellbeing'.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25591485.plan-use-overton-playing-field-extend-cemetery
9 days ago
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Where are you heading?
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2558498...
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Full list of Bonfire Night events across Wrexham and Flintshire
With Bonfire Night quickly approaching, many events have been planned across Wrexham and Flintshire for the big night.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25584981.bonfire-night-events-wrexham-flintshire-2025/?utm_term=Autofeed&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawNxajlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE1TzJEUkdPR3BBNGVOQXQ2AR4KrtCzWijv4vsp9qiGlBSuznplDVknb8YilkrmBUINC0-M2Gh0CmCjNFky0Q_aem_NxqhCs1OCafSpNQ5DEoF0Q#Echobox=1761903445
13 days ago
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It is a must visit!
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I visited North Wales chippy that's won several awards - and the fish was sublime!
A trip to this chippy is so worth it!
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25580002.trip-finneys-chippy-benllech-worthwhile/?utm_term=Autofeed&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawNxaR1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHqz3LknN2ia_QCqOa70u-Y0m9boqOX-04rMtoybFCTv45O-FHHHurWl6Y8Rf_aem_fRysMRKnzreVwN-GdP8PJw#Echobox=1761896430
13 days ago
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Padeswood upgrade key to Wrexham-Liverpool rail improvements.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2558128...
#Flintshire
#Wrexham
#WrexhamBidston
#transport
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Critical Padeswood investment will unlock increased Wrexham-Liverpool rail service
A long-awaited upgrade allowing freight trains to be taken off the main line at Padeswood will open door for more frequent rail services between…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25581287.padeswood-upgrade-key-wrexham-liverpool-rail-improvements
14 days ago
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Call-in puts Flintshire Catholic super-school plan on hold.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2557834...
#Flintshire
#catholicsuperschool
#education
#callin
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Catholic super school plan called-in for review by concerned councillors
A group of councillors have challenged Flintshire County Council’s decision to press on with its controversial Catholic school restructuring plan…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25578341.call-in-puts-flintshire-catholic-super-school-plan-hold
15 days ago
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Gresford All Saints School plans library and wellbeing unit.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2557742...
#Wrexham
#education
#planning
#Gresford
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Gresford school seeks permission for new library and wellbeing suite
All Saints School in Gresford has applied for permission to build a new library, wellbeing and IT centre in order to deliver the new Welsh school…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25577428.gresford-saints-school-plans-library-wellbeing-unit
15 days ago
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Education boss tells Flint teachers to 'move on' from strike.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2557550...
#Flintshire
#FlintHigh
#teachersstrike
#industrialaction
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Teachers at Flint High School told to 'move on' by council chief over strike stance
Teachers at Flint High School need to ‘move on’ from industrial action to ‘prevent further disruption’ to pupils’ learning, according to…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25575504.education-boss-tells-flint-teachers-move-on-strike
16 days ago
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Proposed Flintshire low-carbon power plant a step closer.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2557409...
#Flintshire
#planning
#lowcarbonpower
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New low carbon power station moves a step closer
A low-carbon power station in Connah’s Quay has cleared one of two key hurdles after Flintshire County Council gave the green light for demolition…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25574096.proposed-flintshire-low-carbon-power-plant-step-closer
16 days ago
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Organisers anticipate 2026 to be the Eisteddfod’s biggest and most exciting year yet!
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World-renowned musical theatre star Michael Ball to headline Llangollen Eisteddfod
World-renowned musical theatre star Michael Ball will be heading to North Wales next summer.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25573156.michael-ball-headline-llangollen-eisteddfod-2026/
17 days ago
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Get your tickets!
#tom_grennan
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Tom Grennan announced as latest headline act for Llangollen Pavilion
Multi-platinum-selling artist Tom Grennan will bring his electrifying live show to Llangollen next summer as part of a run of headline dates.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25568599.tom-grennan-set-perform-llangollen-july-2026/
20 days ago
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"I jumped at the chance, I love the building, it holds so much history."
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Meat back on the menu at Wrexham Butcher's Market as The PIE'd PIE'per makes its mark
A business first set up in the Covid pandemic is bringing tradition back to the Butcher's Market in Wrexham.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25560500.wrexham-pied-pieper-brings-meats-back-butchers-market/?utm_term=Autofeed&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawNmx-FleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFkeGpWdzFtUjhYU1JPQVlZAR78ZxfkIKnNNUiD2fYYztHvZqQbeSmZWZRXKe-VFwANVpo77l40t5RunGuIXQ_aem_NA2n9Qvwd7a7JoyAUmsxtg#Echobox=1761195231
21 days ago
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Emeli Sandé to make Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod debut
Emeli Sandé has been confirmed as the next musical star for the Llangollen Eisteddfodd next year.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25565109.emeli-sand-debut-llangollen-international-eisteddfod/
21 days ago
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Hefty fines for woman after bingo night led to "totally unacceptable behaviour"
tinyurl.com/2mfknynw
21 days ago
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Fine and ban for woman caught behind the wheel whilst over ketamine limit:
tinyurl.com/mahryr38
21 days ago
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Man banned from keeping horses after RSPCA investigation reveals neglect:
tinyurl.com/d5cex6ax
21 days ago
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Fantastic service to the club 👏 All the best in your new role Geraint.
#wrexham_afc
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Being football secretary at Wrexham was a labour of love - Geraint Parry
It's been a labour of love but Geraint Parry says the time was right to step down as Football Secretary and pass the baton onto somebody else.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/sport/25562270.wrexham-afc-unsung-hero-parry-named-club-historian/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawNlio1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFkeGpWdzFtUjhYU1JPQVlZAR6zrGlg-WcLjNUrKizs8ApZi34VYKzvME3uhmEaA0j8MdOWKGrLnp1iCgPMgg_aem_TC0KhC9gODBSNzmKVf8YtQ#Echobox=1761126801
22 days ago
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He's hailed the process as a 'daunting experiment'.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2556069...
#flintshire
#MarriedAtFirstSightuk
22 days ago
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Planning inspectors reject Mynydd Isa homes appeal.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2555948...
#Flintshire
#planning
#appeal
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Welsh planning inspectors uphold refusal of Mynydd Isa homes scheme
The creation of a new cul-de-sac for two four-bedroom homes in Mynydd Isa has been refused by planning inspectors almost a year after Flintshire…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25559485.planning-inspectors-reject-mynydd-isa-homes-appeal
22 days ago
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Heavy rain is coming!
#Wrexham
#Flintshire
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Heavy rain and strong winds set to batter Wrexham and Flintshire
Heavy rain and strong winds are set to batter Wrexham and Flintshire this week, according to the Met Office.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25558517.heavy-rain-strong-winds-batter-wrexham-flintshire/
23 days ago
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Planning inspector overturns Saltney bungalow refusal.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2555771...
#Flintshire
#planning
#appeal
#Saltney
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Saltney bungalow plan decision overturned by PEDW
Flintshire County Council's decision to refuse plans for a bungalow behind houses on Victoria Road in Saltney has been overturned by Welsh…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25557713.planning-inspector-overturns-saltney-bungalow-refusal
23 days ago
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Developer says Shotton plan will not add to HMO 'clustering'.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2555662...
#Flintshire
#planning
#HMO
#Shotton
23 days ago
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Man's emotional outburst after court orders destruction of his XL Bully 'Simba'
tinyurl.com/53bs2xjy
24 days ago
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Residents urged not to turn to loan sharks over financial difficulties:
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26 days ago
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Man who crashed his BMW off road was 'horrified' to learn how over limit he was:
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26 days ago
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Plasterer will lose job after police caught him drug-driving, court told:
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26 days ago
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Demolished Garden City pub site earmarked for 36 apartments.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2555157...
#Flintshire
#Deeside
#planning
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Apartment complex planned for former Queensferry Hotel site
The former Queensferry Hotel in Garden City could become the site of a new 36-apartment block if plans are approved by Flintshire's planning…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25551576.demolished-garden-city-pub-site-earmarked-36-apartments/
26 days ago
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Mancot park home site granted license after two-year delay.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2555138...
#Flintshire
#Mancot
#parkhome
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Willow Park residents see progress as license granted for site after two-year wait
A residential park home site in Mancot that has operated without a license for two years has been now been granted one by Flintshire County Council…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25551380.mancot-park-home-site-granted-license-two-year-delay/
26 days ago
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Man who tried to get drugs into jail to help son takes his place behind bars:
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26 days ago
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Motorist loses licence over speeding incident clocked almost one year ago:
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26 days ago
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Man who went to games store to 'talk about Lord of the Rings' ended up stealing:
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26 days ago
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Man in court after stealing wine and clothing from stores in Wrexham and Chester:
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26 days ago
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