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News and sport from The Leader covering Wrexham and Flintshire in North Wales
The planning application was first submitted in January 2025
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Plans to turn pub into apartments taken to appeal over delay in council decision
A decision is long overdue on the planning application
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26161452.plans-turn-wrexham-pub-apartments-taken-appeal/
about 2 hours ago
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Women told they won't have many places left to shop if they don't stop stealing:
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about 19 hours ago
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Woman became abusive with paramedics who had come to help her, court told:
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about 19 hours ago
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Drugs found near motorbike crash scene led police to Wrexham man, court told:
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about 19 hours ago
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Man caught with ketamine when police went to deal with football disorder at pub:
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about 20 hours ago
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Woman in court over theft of £2.75 ale - here's how much it ended up costing her:
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about 20 hours ago
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Man in court after 'taking too much cocaine' brings him to attention of police:
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about 20 hours ago
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Man launched 'very nasty attack' on ex-girlfriend's then-partner, court told:
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2 days ago
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Woman caught on camera stealing tomahawk steaks worth £120 from Aldi, court told:
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2 days ago
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Motorists handed penalty points and fines after speeding offences:
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2 days ago
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Men tried to steal catalytic converters from 11 vehicles at council compound:
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2 days ago
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Flintshire school shut for second day after lightning strike nearby
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Flintshire school shut for second day after lightning strike nearby
Wood Memorial School in Saltney remains closed for a second day after a lightning bolt hit a nearby property.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26157404.flintshire-school-closed-lightning-strike-nearby/
3 days ago
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A planning application has been submitted
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2615391...
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Plans submitted for improvement works at iconic Turf Hotel in Wrexham
There would be new external toilet facilities and covered seating area
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26153916.plans-improvement-works-iconic-turf-hotel-wrexham/
4 days ago
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Very exciting 🤩
www.leaderlive.co.uk/sport/261387...
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Phil Parkinson delighted as Wrexham represented by two players at World Cup
Phil Parkinson is delighted that Wrexham will be represented by two players at this summer's World Cup finals.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/sport/26138732.wrexham-afc-boss-pleased-see-duo-upcoming-world-cup/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawSKJkJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBWDNZU2QzSWFpb1J2S3o4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvJVaSe5HtZkGKbvZUiFzO5NIBIymG0oQt0XhHwrTBr2x4bIAp-LXZgXFo7v_aem_YWdncwBEGO6MX9navf0tRPeob2jg&brid=YWdncwGQxGDYCW2WWA6C2AUxZBtM#Echobox=1780301208
4 days ago
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Flintshire school closed today for 'public safety' reasons, council says
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2615354...
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Flintshire school closed today for 'public safety' reasons, council says
The school is closed today, Flintshire Council has said
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26153548.flintshire-school-closed-today-public-safety-reasons/
4 days ago
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Drug-driver had 'white substance' around his nostrils when spoken to by police:
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7 days ago
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Man's 'foolish mistake' after taking morphine cost him his driving licence:
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7 days ago
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Army mechanic loses licence after drink-driving away from 'friends catch-up'
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7 days ago
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Prison officer warned all sentencing options open after admitting computer crime:
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7 days ago
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One of the celebrity weddings of the year 🤩
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7 days ago
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Exciting news for shoppers
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Busy store at Broughton Shopping Park undergoing major refurbishment
Boots at Broughton Shopping Park is undergoing a major refurbishment, with work set to continue until October.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26146758.major-boots-renovation-underway-broughton-shopping-park/?utm_term=Autofeed&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawSGHPVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFSYjJPN1BQTHNMaEJ2dGd0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhL-5Np7uXqDus-7lPB9fZDOFckvINt6MrKS80EKIhoBuURxMllDx8G3LMmz_aem_YWdncwDxSqLWeCoduauiChjNTb8s&brid=YWdncwGmXa8aK35EP6roaq3nW89v#Echobox=1779982732
7 days ago
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Amazing pictures and video ⛈️⚡
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2614558...
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WATCH: Huge lightning storm across Wrexham and Flintshire captured on camera
Large parts of Wrexham and Flintshire were woken by huge thunderstorms overnight- see it in pictures.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26145582.readers-capture-storms-across-wrexham-flintshire/
8 days ago
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'At times, the situation felt like the Wild West'
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Llangollen scenes compared to ‘Wild West’ after bank holiday disorder
A councillor has compared recent scenes of antisocial behaviour over the Bank Holiday weekend in Llangollen to the 'Wild West.'
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26145344.wild-west-scenes-reported-llangollen-bank-holiday/
8 days ago
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LIVE- Vehicle fire closes part of
#A55
causing long delays
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2614572...
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LIVE- Vehicle fire closes part of A55 at Rhuallt Hill causing long delays
The A55 at Rhuallt hill, travelling eastbound, is closed due to a vehicle fire.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26145728.vehicle-fire-closes-part-a55-causing-long-delays/
8 days ago
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It will be great to have it back 🍻
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2614152...
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When one of Wrexham's oldest pubs will re-open after being closed for over a year
A Wrexham pub that has been closed for over a year will soon be back up and running.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26141524.tyn-y-capel-pub-minera-set-re-open-next-month/
8 days ago
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Should you wait in line for this mountain photo? 📸⛰️
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2614189...
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Climber booed at top of Yr Wyddfa for skipping queue sparks debate
Should you queue when you're at the top of a mountain? One man skipped the queue at the summit of Yr Wyddfa and was booed by other climbers,…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26141894.climber-booed-top-yr-wyddfa-skipping-queue/
8 days ago
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A slight delay...
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2614352...
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Opening date for Wrexham's new McDonald's drive-thru is pushed back
The opening of Wrexham's newest McDonald's has been pushed back.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26143522.wrexhams-plas-coch-drive-thru-mcdonalds-opening-delayed/
9 days ago
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Burst water main affecting supplies in part of Flintshire today
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2614131...
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Burst water main affecting supplies in part of Flintshire today
Welsh Water said it hopes to have the burst repaired later today
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26141317.burst-water-main-affecting-supplies-gwernaffield-today/
9 days ago
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Stay safe out there today! 🥵
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2613821...
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Kitchens forced to close due to 'extreme heat' across Flintshire and Wrexham
Kitchens across Flintshire and Wrexham have struggled in this heat.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26138215.kitchen-closures-amid-extreme-heat-flintshire-wrexham/
10 days ago
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Are you one of the lucky ones?
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2613766...
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Residents in this part of Wrexham could be celebrating Postcode Lottery win TODAY
Residents living near Penycae could be celebrating a Postcode Lottery win today (May 26).
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26137667.postocde-lottery-winner-announced-wrexham-today/
10 days ago
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More records could be broken today!
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2613749...
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Hawarden Airport records hottest May temperature ever seen in Wales
Wales has provisionally set a new national record for its hottest ever May temperature at Hawarden Airport.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26137497.hawarden-airport-records-hottest-may-day-ever-wales/
10 days ago
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Congratulations to Georgia Jones from Wrexham, who was awarded third place!
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12 days ago
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Community spirit on display as group speed-marches from Chester to Wrexham:
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12 days ago
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Ysgol Rhiwabon curriculum lead invited to DofE garden party at Buckingham Palace:
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12 days ago
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Vehicle firm with Deeside dealership recognised at national awards event:
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12 days ago
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Wrexham-based accountancy team celebrating after winning several awards:
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12 days ago
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Plea to Flintshire motorists to not leave dogs in hot cars as weather warms up:
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12 days ago
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Police welcome man's jail term after violent two-day rampage across town:
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12 days ago
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Former Theatr Clwyd artistic director welcomes King Charles to Shakespeare play:
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13 days ago
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Can you spot yourself in our Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse Ladies Day gallery?
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13 days ago
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Good response as Chester fish monitoring trap opened to public for one day:
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13 days ago
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Fraudulent trader avoids jail for second time after overcharging pensioner:
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14 days ago
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"Prolific" criminal stole and used deceased woman's bank card, court told:
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14 days ago
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Thief who targeted city's stores spotted carrying bag 'laden with stolen goods'
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14 days ago
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Dad's relief after woman who helped cover up crash is refused sentence appeal:
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14 days ago
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Campaigners want to see plans for Wrexham resource centre.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2613115...
#Wrexham
#Acton
#socialcare
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Wrexham resource centre supporters want to see fresh plans
Supporters trying to stop Acton Resource Centre being closed to the community say they have still not seen alternative plans proposed.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26131150.campaigners-want-see-plans-wrexham-resource-centre/
14 days ago
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Mark Pritchard elected Wrexham Council Leader for 13th term
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2612774...
#Wrexham
#Wrexhamcouncil
#Leader
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Mark Pritchard reappointed Wrexham council leader for 13th consecutive term
Councillor Mark Pritchard has been re-elected as Leader of Wrexham County Borough Council for a 13th consecutive term.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26127749.mark-pritchard-elected-leader-council-13th-term/
15 days ago
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Broughton Aldi noise issues drive resident to tears.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2612704...
#Flintshire
#Aldi
#planning
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Tears at planning committee over 'industrial-scale' noise from Broughton Aldi
A resident giving evidence to Flintshire's Planning Committee broke down while explaining the impact noise from Aldi's refrigeration units…
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26127047.broughton-aldi-noise-issues-drive-resident-tears/
15 days ago
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Flintshire mineshaft surprise alters 300-home development.
www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/2612566...
#Flintshire
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Mineshaft discovery forces changes to 300-home Flintshire development
A controversial 300-home Castle Green development in Hawarden has been altered after an incorrectly mapped mineshaft was discovered.
https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/26125660.flintshire-mineshaft-surprise-alters-300-home-development/
16 days ago
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Meet Dottie: the orphaned lamb loving life after being rescued by Wrexham couple
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16 days ago
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