0 Post a comment Monday, 16 September 2019 - Charity by Cambrian News reporter @CambrianNews [email protected] Jetskiers have raised £4,500 for the Wales Air Ambulance from their annual ‘Black Rock Blast’ event. Members of PWC Gwynedd travelled to the air ambulance base in Dinas Dinlle to present the cheque. During this year’s Black Rock Blast, 106 jet skis took part as they made their way from Morfa Bychan to Aberdyfi and back. The initial aim of the event when it first started three years ago was to promote being sensible on jet-skis whilst enjoying what Wales has to offer but has developed to a fundraising event. The amount was raised with entries, raffles and general donations. The total funds raised was in excess of £10,000 with the rest of the money being distributed between Blood Bikes Wales and Barmouth First Rescue’s appeal to get a defibrillator.Pictured from left to right are; Eryl Jones (air ambulance fundraising … [Read more...] about £4,500 boost for air ambulance
Championship power rankings: Bristol City surge as Stoke suffer
With the first international break of the Championship season on the horizon, we’ve got a fairly clear picture of what we can expect from every club in the division. While there is still plenty of football to be played, the early rounds of fixtures have outlined where each team stands and what the objective is for the campaign ahead. For the lucky ones, this will be a push for promotion or a playoff spot, while some of the unfortunate clubs will find themselves looking over their shoulders in a bid to avoid relegation. Here, we’ve outlined the power rankings for every side. This involves taking a look at the form and most recent results, rather than the direct league table. 24 - Stoke City Latest result: Lost 2-1 v Bristol City; Previous ranking: 24; Next match: Brentofrd (A) After yet another disappointing defeat to Bristol City, the pressure on Nathan Jones has increased significantly and it is no surprise he is favourite to be the next manager given the boot. 23 - … [Read more...] about Championship power rankings: Bristol City surge as Stoke suffer
Photo gallery: Pictures from Doodfest in Southowram
Doodfest, held in Southowram on Saturday, was organised by The Peter Doody Foundation to raise awareness of sudden unexpected death in epilepsy. All in purple are Lisa Bailey, Sebrina Mallaghan and Jess Rayner. jpimediaresell Buy a Photo Some of the revellers enjoying Doodfest jpimediaresell Buy a Photo Richard and Donna Meredith soak up the atmosphere. jpimediaresell Buy a Photo Crowds were treated to live music and DJ sets. jpimediaresell Buy a Photo View more Page 1 of 2 … [Read more...] about Photo gallery: Pictures from Doodfest in Southowram
Appeal judges warned of threat posed by Brexit to peace process
Appeal judges warned of threat posed by Brexit to peace process BelfastTelegraph.co.uk Brexit has lit the fuse on a stick of dynamite under the Good Friday Agreement, Appeal Court judges in Belfast have been told. https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/appeal-judges-warned-of-threat-posed-by-brexit-to-peace-process-38502234.html https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/article38502233.ece/f4207/AUTOCROP/h342/bpanews_7443972b-f934-42ee-aa08-d3951c86d118_1 Email Brexit has lit the fuse on a stick of dynamite under the Good Friday Agreement, Appeal Court judges in Belfast have been told. A legal challenge against a no-deal exit from the EU is seeking to “extinguish the fuse” before Northern Ireland’s historic peace accord is destroyed, Barry McDonald QC said. Mr McDonald was appearing for one of three applicants who are appealing over a High Court judgment that rejected their challenge against the Government’s handling of … [Read more...] about Appeal judges warned of threat posed by Brexit to peace process
Late strike seals a first win of the season for Belper United
Belper United left it late to secure their first win of the East Midlands Counties League season on Saturday - in a 1-0 win over Eastwood Community FC. The Green Army, who had drawn two and lost three of their opening five league fixtures ahead of kick-off, grabbed all three points this time with an 88th-minute winner.Ash Dhinsa broke the deadlock late on to get United’s season up and running over an Eastwood CFC side flying high in the early September standings.On a day dominated by the second round qualifying ties in the FA Vase, this game was one of three to go ahead in league action as Clipstone hosted Graham Street Prims and Radford visited Borrowash Victoria.Graham Street Prims made it a good week as they kept a clean sheet for the second time, in winning by the only goal of the game at Clipstone. Michael Fitzhugh got their goal in the 33rd-minute, but the task was made harder for Prims after Elliott Dawson saw red as early as the seventh-minute leaving them to soldier on … [Read more...] about Late strike seals a first win of the season for Belper United