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Commitment and collaboration vital to building safer, stronger communities across Dyfed Powys

Commitment and collaboration vital to building safer, stronger communities across Dyfed Powys

Recently I hosted our 10th annual conference, bringing together partners from across the Dyfed-Powys are to share the knowledge, strengthen...

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Karen Compton

Remembering Peter Rhodes: Readers share tributes

Remembering Peter Rhodes: Readers share tributes

Our letter writers today pay tribute to Peter Rhodes, our columnist and former chief feature writer who has died aged 74. Peter went on many...

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Tania Taylor

Memories of extreme winters and today’s weather – your letters, plus a snapshot of the 1973 Ludlow Festival cast

Memories of extreme winters and today’s weather – your letters, plus a snapshot of the 1973 Ludlow Festival cast

Your letters today range from reflections on past winters and high street nostalgia to strong views on politics, rural policy and the menopause. You...

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Tania Taylor

Mark Andrews: How to cope with an energy crisis, the collapse of NCP, and why it's a bit rich for Donald Trump to call us cowards

Mark Andrews: How to cope with an energy crisis, the collapse of NCP, and why it's a bit rich for Donald Trump to call us cowards

The International Energy Agency is advising us to prepare for an energy crisis by working from home more, using our cars less, and cooking meals with...

23.03.2026 10

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Mark Andrews

'His columns were a breath of fresh air' - Our readers send messages of condolence following death of columnist Peter Rhodes

'His columns were a breath of fresh air' - Our readers send messages of condolence following death of columnist Peter Rhodes

Readers of sister papers Express & Star and Shropshire Star have sent messages of condolence following the death of well-respected columnist Peter...

21.03.2026 10

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Dan Morris: Gardeners who would be vogue strike a daft pose

Dan Morris: Gardeners who would be vogue strike a daft pose

The catwalk is no longer the catwalk. The red carpet is no longer the catwalk, nor is the foyer at the Michelin starred restaurant, or even the taxi...

21.03.2026 10

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Daniel Morris

Bus journey leaves reader dismayed at youth behaviour – your letters, plus camels relax as safari park reopens after lockdown – archive picture

Bus journey leaves reader dismayed at youth behaviour – your letters, plus camels relax as safari park reopens after lockdown – archive picture

Today's letters reflect a wide range of views, from concerns over declining manners and social values following a bus journey, to frustration...

21.03.2026 10

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Tania Taylor

A 'memory' article sparks a reader’s own nostalgic reflection – your letters, plus a picture throwback to the 1970s

A 'memory' article sparks a reader’s own nostalgic reflection – your letters, plus a picture throwback to the 1970s

A mix of memory, humour and local community spirit in today's letters. You can enjoy other pictures from the past and more with our weekly FREE...

20.03.2026 10

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Tania Taylor

Reader fumes over bank note changes - your letters, plus a new Scout and Guide HQ opens in 1986 – a picture from the archives

Reader fumes over bank note changes - your letters, plus a new Scout and Guide HQ opens in 1986 – a picture from the archives

From bank notes to bus delays and belated Christmas cards, readers air their views. You can enjoy other pictures from the past and more with our...

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Tania Taylor

Are green policies really working? One reader thinks not – your letters, plus a throwback to Shrewsbury Town's title win in 1979

Are green policies really working? One reader thinks not – your letters, plus a throwback to Shrewsbury Town's title win in 1979

Readers write in with strong views on energy policy, wildlife on banknotes, and tackling local fly-tipping. You can enjoy other pictures from the past...

18.03.2026 10

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Tania Taylor

Challenging views on international law - your letters, plus a flashback to John Hunt School pupils in 1985

Challenging views on international law - your letters, plus a flashback to John Hunt School pupils in 1985

In today's letters, readers debate military action, the limits of international law, and who bears responsibility for protecting civilians in...

17.03.2026 10

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Tania Taylor

‘Powys council’s priority is to protect the services people rely on most’, says Deputy Leader

‘Powys council’s priority is to protect the services people rely on most’, says Deputy Leader

Young people’s determination to help shape a fairer Powys stood out says Powys’ Deputy Leader Powys County Council has approved its budget for...

17.03.2026 10

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Karen Compton

'Reader argues case for village housing developments' – your letters, plus Granville Colliery farewell march – a 1979 throwback

'Reader argues case for village housing developments' – your letters, plus Granville Colliery farewell march – a 1979 throwback

From rural housing and council road signs to local shops, school gatherings, hay fever concerns, and celebrating the River Severn, our readers share...

16.03.2026 10

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Tania Taylor

Mark Andrews: Dubai influencers, the madness of the Government's new ID app, and 10 years after we voted to leave the EU, it's coming after our veggie bacon

Mark Andrews: Dubai influencers, the madness of the Government's new ID app, and 10 years after we voted to leave the EU, it's coming after our veggie bacon

Remember all those idiot 'influencers' who, a few months ago, were bragging about how they were leaving the UK for Dubai, where they would...

16.03.2026 10

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Mark Andrews

'Come see how Men’s Sheds bring men together' - your letters, plus a historic photo of a school evacuated over structural fears

Readers share their thoughts on Men’s Sheds, politics, and the future of currency. You can enjoy other pictures from the past and more with our...

14.03.2026 10

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Tania Taylor

Dan Morris: Movie magic in the air as Oscars 2026 nominees take their seats

I first fell in love with film at the age of seven. It was during the opening of a certain sci-fi sequel and on a certain famously icy make-believe...

14.03.2026 10

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Daniel Morris

'Time to make the online world safer for children' – your letters, plus Denis Healey visits Telford – a picture throwback

Views on online safety, running a local government, and remembering Dunblane. You can enjoy other pictures from the past and more with our weekly FREE...

14.03.2026 10

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Tania Taylor

'Scrapping net zero won’t cut energy bills' - your letters, plus a snapshot of early days at Bridgnorth Grammar School

Readers respond to recent debates on energy policy, NHS missed appointments and the role of former political leaders. You can enjoy other pictures...

12.03.2026 10

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Tania Taylor

Letter writer disputes arguments on war and regime change, plus a 1972 picture throwback

Challenging war claims, correcting news pictures, and reacting to water cremation – your views. You can enjoy other pictures from the past and more...

11.03.2026 10

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Tania Taylor

'Past inquiries ignored health data—Hixon must not repeat this' - your letters, plus a nostalgic snap of spring bulb planting, 1974

Our readers share their thoughts on local issues, health, and daily life. You can enjoy other pictures from the past and more with our weekly FREE...

07.03.2026 10

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Tania Taylor

Mark Andrews: Shabana's £40,000 asylum giveaway, World Book Day, and how Trump should choose Iran's next leader

I'm thinking of starting up a side-hustle in people trafficking, to take advantage of the Home Secretary's new plan to encourage enterprise....

07.03.2026 10

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Mark Andrews

Dan Morris: Pastry perfection is tonic to tales of our troubled times

Pie, pie, me oh my… Nothing tastes sweet, wet, salty and dry all at once, oh well it's pie. Apple! Pumpkin! Minced and wet bottom… I’ll...

07.03.2026 10

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Daniel Morris

A satirical take on Keir’s latest address - your letters, plus a mammoth task for the RAF in 1988 - an archive picture

From national leadership to local roads and healthcare, our readers speak out. You can enjoy other pictures from the past and more with our weekly...

06.03.2026 10

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Tania Taylor