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Denbighshire News for 28 January 2009

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Rhyl ready for a blast to the past Jan 28 2009

MORE than 1,000 revellers keen for a blast to the past are expected to flock to Rhyl on Saturday for a big night out which it is hoped will become an annual event.Read

Prestatyn woman spiked with metal pole through neck Jan 28 2009

A MAN arrested following a domestic incident which resulted in a 40-year-old woman needing specialist surgery after a metal pole was spiked through her neck has been released on bail pending further inquiries.Read

Smoke alarm alerted occupant of blaze in Ruthin Jan 28 2009

FIREFIGHTERS from Ruthin and Denbigh attended a blaze at a property at Borthyn, Ruthin, at 11.56pm on Friday.Read

Rhyl High School on special measures Jan 28 2009

RHYL High School has been placed in special measures following a report by schools inspectorate Estyn.Read

Every little doesn’t help Rhyl Tesco plans Jan 28 2009

FOLLOWING months of protesting residents against proposals for a Tesco Express close to their homes had something to celebrate last Wednesday after the plans were thrown out.Read

North Wales Eurovision hopeful through to telly final Jan 28 2009

A EUROVISION Song contest hopeful is one step closer to his dream after being selected for the final of the BBC talent show Your Country Needs You on Saturday night.Read

Prestatyn man denies trying to kill pregnant partner Jan 28 2009

A MAN charged with the attempted murder of his heavily pregnant partner and the attempted destruction of her unborn child denied both charges on Friday.Read

Missing Ruthin man is found safe and well Jan 28 2009

A WEEK of worry ended for a Ruthin family last Tuesday evening when the grandfather who had been missing for seven days returned home safe.Read

Funeral for Ruthin couple who died in crash Jan 28 2009

The funeral of Eric and Marie Townsend, who died in a crash involving three vehicles on the Mold bypass on December 5, was delayed because of a continuing police investigation.Read

North Wales Police joining forces to target rogue traders Jan 28 2009

NORTH Wales Police and Trading Standards from the six local authorities across the force have launched a joint protocol for dealing with rogue traders and distraction burglars.Read

Give schools the best chance for the future Jan 28 2009

DRAFT policies setting out how Denbighshire County Council plans to modernise education which were endorsed by councillors last Tuesday were due to be considered by the Cabinet yesterday (Tuesday).Read

Anger as Rhyl grades fall below average Jan 28 2009

DENBIGHSHIRE County Council has come under fire from local politicians for allowing a second Rhyl secondary school to be placed in special measures.Read

Support for lone parents Jan 28 2009

SINGLE parents in Rhyl are being encouraged to get in touch with a group which offers support, advice and information.Read

Carlos gets a taste of new culture Jan 28 2009

A Spanish journalist has been given a taste of Welsh life as part of a scheme which offers students and professionals throughout Europe the chance to live and work abroad for three months.Read

Flat fire is plea for help Jan 28 2009

A RHYL man was last week convicted of setting fire to his flat.Read

Charges after a domestic Jan 28 2009

A RHYL man involved in a rumpus with his partner at Flint Railway Station ended up jumping on her car bonnet in a bid to prevent her from driving off.Read

Race ace looks for right formula for success Jan 28 2009

A CORWEN racing driver has thrown down the gauntlet to the rest by being the first driver to commit himself to the Formula 3 international class this season.Read

Flu outbreak hits supplies of blood Jan 28 2009

THE Chief Medical Officer for Wales, Dr Tony Jewell, is encouraging people to give blood due to fewer donations over Christmas and New Year and because of people with cold and flu symptoms.Read

Dates for governors Jan 28 2009

DENBIGHSHIRE County Council is informing school governors of two important events coming up in the term calendar.Read

Carrying knives epidemic Jan 28 2009

A NORTH Wales judge has warned that the carrying of knives in public was now reaching epidemic proportions.Read

Cash for mums-to-be Jan 28 2009

EXPECTANT mothers who have babies due on or after April 6 are being urged to apply for a grant worth nearly £200.Read

Specimen animal cruelty charges Jan 28 2009

A GERMAN Shepherd dog sold for £250 was found to have a broken leg, its coat was matted and riddled with fleas, ringworm and worms, a court was told.Read

Landscape exhibition Jan 28 2009

A LANDSCAPE painter whose work is inspired by a love of nature and his native land is currently exhibiting his work in Ruthin.Read

Mixed reaction to plans for future of our towns Jan 28 2009

UP to 450 individuals or organisations had their say on proposals for future planning developments in Denbighshire.Read

Happy New Year! Jan 28 2009

Celebrations: Ysgol Rhos Street pupil Megan Davies taking part in a class project on the Chinese New Year.ZYJG150109ysgolrhosstRead

Library closure rumours quashed Jan 28 2009

DENBIGHSHIRE County Council is setting the record straight regarding the future of Rhuddlan Library.Read

Pilot scheme’s success brings in new funding Jan 28 2009

AN innovative pilot scheme which allows vulnerable people to regain and maintain their independence through a variety of community-based services is to expand following news of funding available to appoint a scheme co-ordinator.Read

Ghosthunters wanted for chilling night of spooky adventures in a haunted mansion Jan 28 2009

BRAVE souls who get their kicks from being spooked are invited to sign up for a chilling night of ghostly adventures.Read

Proposal to move unit Jan 28 2009

VALE of Clwyd Conservative Parliamentary Candidate Matt Wright has written to the Chief Constable asking for reassurances regarding proposals to move the Police Collisions Investigation Unit to Rhuddlan Police Station which he says would risk displacing the operation of local bobbies.Read

Good news for tourism Jan 28 2009

A MAJOR marketing campaign has been launched to encourage British holidaymakers to consider taking their well-earned annual break in Denbighshire.Read

Cash gift in memory of Bethan Jan 28 2009

A VITALLY important hospice has received a £10,000 cash boost in memory of a woman who was well-known in Ruthin.Read

Oil’s not well as thieves target household fuel Jan 28 2009

NORTH Wales Police and Neighbourhood Watch groups are asking residents who use heating oil to step up security following a number of thefts across Denbighshire and Conwy.Read

Neighbours help victim Jan 28 2009

A 94-YEAR-OLD partially-sighted woman whose home was recently ransacked by burglars has not been left out of pocket thanks to the generosity of her neighbours.Read

Inquiry after windfarm refusal Jan 28 2009

DENBIGHSHIRE County Council has nominated two councillors to represent the authority at a forthcoming public inquiry, following the refusal of plans for a windfarm near the Brenig reservoir.Read

Sound of Snowdon will rock us again! Jan 28 2009

THE internationally acclaimed singer of Welsh rock and roll band The Alarm and recently royal appointed Deputy Lieutenant for the County of Clwyd, Mike Peters, will host Snowdon Rocks for a third year running.Read

High demand for hospital services Jan 28 2009

THE Health Service across North Wales has issued a warning that it is having to cope with exceptionally high numbers of emergency admissions, resulting in shortages of beds and delays in admission to hospital.Read