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via The Leader6h ago

Proceeds of Crime date set for car dealer who swindled customers out of £300,000

A Flintshire man who dishonestly sold written-off vehicles to unsuspecting customers will soon be told how much money he will have to repay.

via The Leader6h ago

Two people taken to hospital as air ambulances called to North Wales race track

Two riders injured in a crash at Anglesey Circuit’s No Limits Racing meet are recovering after hospital treatment, with injuries less serious than feared.

via The Leader7h ago

Threat of £750,000 fine prompts plan for major Wrexham bin collection changes

Wrexham Council is planning big changes for its bin collection strategy as it attempts to avoid a £750,000 infraction charge from Welsh Government.

via The Leader7h ago

New parking restrictions and 30mph speed limit introduced across Wrexham

Wrexham Council approves new parking restrictions in Deeside, Holt, Offa and Penycae, plus a 30mph speed limit on Ruthin Road, Bwlchgwyn.

via The Leader7h ago

Campaigners demand bigger Warm Home Discount as households face winter squeeze

The Warm Home Discount should be increased in line with rising energy prices and extended to more vulnerable households, say campaigners

via The Leader7h ago

Wrexham Council issues safety warning over climbing street lighting

It is reminding residents that permission is required before attaching items to street furniture

via The Leader7h ago

Plans to breathe new life into former town centre jeweller given the go-ahead

The shop closed earlier this year after decades of trading

via The Leader8h ago

Wrexham Christmas lights switch on date confirmed with full day of festivities

Wrexham Christmas lights switch-on takes place November 14, with an artisan market, parade, live entertainment and concert.

via The Leader8h ago

Cabinet urged to consider Saltney school merger carefully as 91% oppose plan

Teachers, governors and parents have all opposed plans to merge Saltney Ferry and Saltney Wood Memorial Primary Schools - leading councillors to warn Cabinet to think carefully about the proposals.

via The Leader8h ago

Flintshire town pub set for closure period as it undergoes major refurb

The pub will be closing this month to allow the works to take place

via The Leader8h ago

Airbus to create 480 jobs as £150m upgrade transforms Broughton site

Airbus will invest £150m at its Broughton, Flintshire plant to build A321 wings, creating 480 jobs and boosting UK aerospace production capacity by 2026.

via The Leader9h ago

Show homes to open at large Castle Green development in Flintshire village

It marks the latest milestone for a new neighbourhood in Hawarden

via BBC North East Wales9h ago

Airbus to create 480 new jobs in boost to UK aerospace industry

The manufacturer says it has reaffirmed its commitment to Wales and the region.

via The Leader9h ago

As the new Kop rises, a look back at the Racecourse changes in 1978

WORK continues to develop at Wrexham AFC's ground, with the new Kop Stand.

via The Leader9h ago

North Wales football legend Ian Rush teams up with Penderyn to launch ‘Nine’ whisky

One of North Wales' greatest ever footballers has teamed up with Penderyn Distillery to release his very own whisky.

via The Leader10h ago

Diocese decision to allow Flintshire taxpayers to fund new school branded ‘unfair’

Flintshire Councillors have revealed the Diocese of Wrexham funded a new school in Gwynedd while expecting Flintshire taxpayers to pay for a proposed new super-school.

via The Leader10h ago

Man jailed after dangerous driving death of ‘wonderful’ Wrexham mum

Michael Connors, from Dublin, was jailed at Mold Crown Court today

via The Leader10h ago

Sandycroft residents unite to reclaim alleyways blighted by persistent fly-tipping

Residents of a Flintshire community that has been blighted by persistent fly-tipping have taken the first steps towards addressing the issue.

via The Leader11h ago

Solar farm and new homes among latest Flintshire planning applications

Flintshire planning: solar farm proposed, replacement home in Pantymwyn and agricultural shed near Babell, while developments gain approval.

via The Leader11h ago

‘Great disappointment’ as Llandudno Christmas Extravaganza 2026 is cancelled

This year’s Llandudno Christmas Extravaganza has been cancelled, organisers have confirmed.

via The Leader11h ago

Council investigates taxi driver ‘watching YouTube’ while taking child to school

Flintshire Council has described it as being "deeply concerning"

via The Leader12h ago

Postcode Lottery £1,000 per ticket win for Saltney Ferry street on Saturday

A Saltney Ferry street is celebrating after picking £1,000 per Postcode Lottery ticket on Saturday.

via The Leader12h ago

Main Wrexham road set for one-way closure period, motorists warned

There will also be lane closures on other city centre roads in association with the work

via The Leader13h ago

Wrexham complete Turf takeover in landmark deal

The ownership group of Wrexham has today exchanged on the purchase of The Turf from Admiral Taverns, the UK’s leading community pub company.

via The Leader13h ago

Social media images of police car crash against bollards is true, says force

Cheshire Police has confirmed that the image of a patrol car stuck against a set of rising bollards was true.

via The Leader13h ago

Plans for new building housing medical facility approved for Hawarden Airport

A new two-storey office building and healthcare facility at Aviation Park will be built

via The Leader13h ago

Mobile speed cameras to target 50 Wrexham and Flintshire roads this week

GoSafe mobile speed cameras will target roads in Wrexham and Flintshire this week. See the full location list.

via The Leader14h ago

Alfie Boe set to return to headline Llangollen show alongside some 'Wicked' guests

An internationally acclaimed stage star is set to headline a dazzling night in North Wales next summer.

via The Leader15h ago

Flintshire woman has second heart transplant as NHS urges public to become donors

Members of the public are being urged to register as organ donors as a Flintshire woman shares her inspiring story.

via The Leader16h ago

Year of celebration as Flintshire school marks 40 years

A FLINTSHIRE primary school has launched a year-long anniversary celebration.

via The Leader16h ago

Readers share fond memories of Ponderosa following latest update on cafe's future

Readers have been sharing their fond memories of the Ponderosa Cafe following the latest update on its future.

via The Leader16h ago

Family's plea to motorists after careless driver caused motorcyclist's death

The family of Simon Paul Williams spoke to the Leader outside court

via The Leader17h ago

Man allowed to keep his licence despite reaching 12 penalty points - here's why

Riley Smith appeared at Mold Magistrates Court on Wednesday

via The Leader18h ago

Wrexham recycling shake-up includes new bags and more kerbside collections

Wrexham Council unveils recycling improvements, including new sacks, extra food waste collections and kerbside batteries, aiming to meet Wales’ 70% target.

via The Leader1d ago

Couple 'blown away' by support after opening new Wrexham village deli

It has gone a treat with locals after opening last week

via BBC North East Wales2d ago

Ex-Wrexham player calls for more support for youngsters released by clubs

Hari Roberts said hearing aged 18 that he would not get a deal with Wrexham was a "big shock to the system".

via The Leader2d ago

People struggling with addiction urged to reach out for help during Recovery Month

Tracey and Nick founded The Lighthouse - Light Up the Shadows. Wrexham 18 months ago

via The Leader2d ago

Wrexham Maelor Hospital parking chaos continues six months into Leader campaign

The parking situation at Wrexham Maelor Hospital remains a problem for locals.