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Western Telegraph
19-07-2025
- Business
- Western Telegraph
Newsquest launches South Wales Community Awards 2025
These awards celebrate the remarkable individuals, groups, and communities across South Wales who have made a significant impact. The event is run by Newsquest across our south Wales titles from the South Wales Argus in the east to the Western Telegraph in the west. The initiative acknowledges those who have saved lives, provided care, raised substantial amounts for charity, or made a genuine difference to their communities. Newsquest Wales regional editor Gavin Thompson said: "The awards allow us to recognise the people within our local communities who have made a real difference this year, with a wide variety of categories for every unsung hero." There are numerous categories, each highlighting different contributors to the community. The South Wales Community Awards 2025's sponsors (Image: Supplied) This year's awards are sponsored by Pallet Recycling South Wales, Tovey Bros, Certas Energy, Brains, Valero Pembroke Refinery, and Monmouthshire Freemasons. The drinks reception is being sponsored by Harvey Bowes. The categories for the awards include Best Independent Business of the Year, Health and Beauty Business of the Year, and Food and Drink Business of the Year (sponsored by Brains Brewery), among others. These categories aim to spotlight businesses, whether large or small, that have made a substantial impact. The Best Customer Service Award recognises businesses that go the extra mile to ensure client satisfaction. Community-focused awards include the Best Community Project or Group (sponsored by Certas Energy), Volunteer or Fundraiser of the Year, and Community Champion of the Year (sponsored by Tovey Bros). These categories aim to honour individuals and groups who have selflessly contributed to the betterment of their communities. In the realm of sports, the Sports Team or Club of the Year award (sponsored by Pallet Recycling South Wales) will celebrate teams that are thriving and making a difference in the community. The education sector will be recognised in the community awards (Image: NQ) The education sector will also be recognised with the School of the Year and Teacher of the Year awards, celebrating the hard work and dedication of educational institutions and professionals. Healthcare professionals and GP practices will not be left out, with awards dedicated to recognising their outstanding contribution to the community, with Healthcare Professional of the Year sponsored by Monmouthshire Freemasons. The STEM Project of the Year award, sponsored by Valero Pembroke Refinery, will highlight exceptional projects in science, technology, engineering, and maths. The awards will also acknowledge the Young Person of the Year, recognising an individual under the age of 18 who has achieved something inspirational. Each category will have a winner, with the overall Community Awards Winner 2025 selected from these. This initiative is a combination of Newsquest's previous South Wales School, Business, and Health Awards, aiming to create a comprehensive platform to celebrate all community heroes. Healthcare professionals will be recognised in the awards (Image: NQ) Nominations are now open, and the public can nominate individuals, groups, or businesses that they believe deserve recognition, by clicking here. Mr Thompson added: "There are many categories to choose from, so please nominate that person or group you know deserves to be recognised." The South Wales Community Awards 2025 is a significant event, bringing together people from all walks of life to celebrate the unsung heroes of South Wales. It is an opportunity to shine a light on those who work tirelessly and selflessly to make a difference. Further details about the awards, including how to nominate or sponsor an award, are available on the South Wales Community Awards website. The awards ceremony promises to be a memorable event, providing a platform to showcase the extraordinary efforts of people in South Wales. Organisers are encouraging the public to get involved by nominating their community heroes and attending the awards ceremony. This initiative is a testament to the spirit of South Wales, celebrating the people who make the community a better place.
Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Yahoo
Wisconsin woman killed, man charged after Nebraska arrest
The Brief A Wisconsin man is accused of killing a woman and leaving the state with her body. The 23-year-old was arrested in Nebraska after a police chase and crash. The victim's body was found inside the vehicle. IOWA COUNTY, Wis. - A Wisconsin man, arrested after a Nebraska police chase this week, is now charged with killing a woman who was found dead inside the vehicle. In Court Court records show prosecutors charged 23-year-old Gavin Thompson with first-degree intentional homicide, burglary, hiding a corpse, and taking and driving a vehicle without the owner's consent. He is currently jailed in Nebraksa. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android What they're saying Prosecutors accuse Thompson of killing 67-year-old Dorinda Segebrecht of Dodgeville. According to a report from WMTV-TV, he entered her unlocked home and demanded her car keys. Evidence showed there was a struggle. Thompson allegedly admitted to stabbing Segebrecht, according to the report. Investigators said he tried to clean up the home before he put her body in her SUV and driving away. Investigators later discovered that Segebrecht's vehicle may have been in Nebraska, and information about the investigation was relayed to Nebraska State Patrol. A trooper there spotted the SUV on I-80 early Wednesday morning. After a police chase and crash, the report said Thompson was arrested and allegedly admitted he needed money and a car because he recently lost his job. Segebrecht's body was found in the back of the vehicle. As of right now, officials are not aware of any connection between Thompson and Segebrecht. The Source FOX6 News referenced information from WMTV-TV, including a criminal complaint filed by the Iowa County District Attorney's Office and public Wisconsin Circuit Court records.
Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Yahoo
Body of missing Wisconsin woman found in vehicle after police pursuit in Nebraska, suspect arrested
IOWA COUNTY, Wis. (WFRV) – A 23-year-old Wisconsin man was arrested after a police pursuit in Nebraska revealed that the body of a previously reported missing woman was inside. The Dodgeville Police Department and the Iowa County Sheriff's Office are working together on the investigation after 67-year-old Dorinda Segebrecht of Dodgeville was reported missing on July 15. Police in Wisconsin searching for suspects who allegedly assaulted woman for taking too long in a Raising Cane's bathroom According to a release from Iowa County, officials in Nebraska spotted a vehicle on July 16 shortly before 2 a.m. that positively matched the vehicle description in the missing persons report. The driver was not Segebrecht, but was later identified as a 23-year-old Dodgeville man named Gavin Thompson, who was subsequently arrested and in custody in Nebraska. The body of a woman was recovered in the vehicle and was officially confirmed by officials to be Segebrecht. Green Bay Police & School District team up with Bellin to raise awareness of online sextortion scams Charges against Thompson will be filed by the Iowa County District Attorney's Office, including first-degree intentional homicide, burglary with a dangerous weapon, hiding a corpse and operating a motor vehicle without owner consent. No additional details are available. A press conference regarding the situation will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
South Wales Guardian
19-07-2025
- Business
- South Wales Guardian
Newsquest launches South Wales Community Awards 2025
These awards celebrate the remarkable individuals, groups, and communities across South Wales who have made a significant impact. The event is run by Newsquest across our south Wales titles from the South Wales Argus in the east to the Western Telegraph in the west. The initiative acknowledges those who have saved lives, provided care, raised substantial amounts for charity, or made a genuine difference to their communities. Newsquest Wales regional editor Gavin Thompson said: "The awards allow us to recognise the people within our local communities who have made a real difference this year, with a wide variety of categories for every unsung hero." There are numerous categories, each highlighting different contributors to the community. The South Wales Community Awards 2025's sponsors (Image: Supplied) This year's awards are sponsored by Pallet Recycling South Wales, Tovey Bros, Certas Energy, Brains, Valero Pembroke Refinery, and Monmouthshire Freemasons. The drinks reception is being sponsored by Harvey Bowes. The categories for the awards include Best Independent Business of the Year, Health and Beauty Business of the Year, and Food and Drink Business of the Year (sponsored by Brains Brewery), among others. These categories aim to spotlight businesses, whether large or small, that have made a substantial impact. The Best Customer Service Award recognises businesses that go the extra mile to ensure client satisfaction. Community-focused awards include the Best Community Project or Group (sponsored by Certas Energy), Volunteer or Fundraiser of the Year, and Community Champion of the Year (sponsored by Tovey Bros). These categories aim to honour individuals and groups who have selflessly contributed to the betterment of their communities. In the realm of sports, the Sports Team or Club of the Year award (sponsored by Pallet Recycling South Wales) will celebrate teams that are thriving and making a difference in the community. The education sector will be recognised in the community awards (Image: NQ) The education sector will also be recognised with the School of the Year and Teacher of the Year awards, celebrating the hard work and dedication of educational institutions and professionals. Healthcare professionals and GP practices will not be left out, with awards dedicated to recognising their outstanding contribution to the community, with Healthcare Professional of the Year sponsored by Monmouthshire Freemasons. The STEM Project of the Year award, sponsored by Valero Pembroke Refinery, will highlight exceptional projects in science, technology, engineering, and maths. The awards will also acknowledge the Young Person of the Year, recognising an individual under the age of 18 who has achieved something inspirational. Each category will have a winner, with the overall Community Awards Winner 2025 selected from these. This initiative is a combination of Newsquest's previous South Wales School, Business, and Health Awards, aiming to create a comprehensive platform to celebrate all community heroes. Healthcare professionals will be recognised in the awards (Image: NQ) Nominations are now open, and the public can nominate individuals, groups, or businesses that they believe deserve recognition, by clicking here. Mr Thompson added: "There are many categories to choose from, so please nominate that person or group you know deserves to be recognised." The South Wales Community Awards 2025 is a significant event, bringing together people from all walks of life to celebrate the unsung heroes of South Wales. It is an opportunity to shine a light on those who work tirelessly and selflessly to make a difference. Further details about the awards, including how to nominate or sponsor an award, are available on the South Wales Community Awards website. The awards ceremony promises to be a memorable event, providing a platform to showcase the extraordinary efforts of people in South Wales. Organisers are encouraging the public to get involved by nominating their community heroes and attending the awards ceremony. This initiative is a testament to the spirit of South Wales, celebrating the people who make the community a better place.
South Wales Argus
19-07-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Newsquest launches South Wales Community Awards 2025
These awards celebrate the remarkable individuals, groups, and communities across South Wales who have made a significant impact. The event is run by Newsquest across our south Wales titles from the South Wales Argus in the east to the Western Telegraph in the west. The initiative acknowledges those who have saved lives, provided care, raised substantial amounts for charity, or made a genuine difference to their communities. Newsquest Wales regional editor Gavin Thompson said: "The awards allow us to recognise the people within our local communities who have made a real difference this year, with a wide variety of categories for every unsung hero." There are numerous categories, each highlighting different contributors to the community. The South Wales Community Awards 2025's sponsors (Image: Supplied) This year's awards are sponsored by Pallet Recycling South Wales, Tovey Bros, Certas Energy, Brains, Valero Pembroke Refinery, and Monmouthshire Freemasons. The drinks reception is being sponsored by Harvey Bowes. The categories for the awards include Best Independent Business of the Year, Health and Beauty Business of the Year, and Food and Drink Business of the Year (sponsored by Brains Brewery), among others. These categories aim to spotlight businesses, whether large or small, that have made a substantial impact. The Best Customer Service Award recognises businesses that go the extra mile to ensure client satisfaction. Community-focused awards include the Best Community Project or Group (sponsored by Certas Energy), Volunteer or Fundraiser of the Year, and Community Champion of the Year (sponsored by Tovey Bros). These categories aim to honour individuals and groups who have selflessly contributed to the betterment of their communities. In the realm of sports, the Sports Team or Club of the Year award (sponsored by Pallet Recycling South Wales) will celebrate teams that are thriving and making a difference in the community. The education sector will be recognised in the community awards (Image: NQ) The education sector will also be recognised with the School of the Year and Teacher of the Year awards, celebrating the hard work and dedication of educational institutions and professionals. Healthcare professionals and GP practices will not be left out, with awards dedicated to recognising their outstanding contribution to the community, with Healthcare Professional of the Year sponsored by Monmouthshire Freemasons. The STEM Project of the Year award, sponsored by Valero Pembroke Refinery, will highlight exceptional projects in science, technology, engineering, and maths. The awards will also acknowledge the Young Person of the Year, recognising an individual under the age of 18 who has achieved something inspirational. Each category will have a winner, with the overall Community Awards Winner 2025 selected from these. This initiative is a combination of Newsquest's previous South Wales School, Business, and Health Awards, aiming to create a comprehensive platform to celebrate all community heroes. Healthcare professionals will be recognised in the awards (Image: NQ) Nominations are now open, and the public can nominate individuals, groups, or businesses that they believe deserve recognition, by clicking here. Mr Thompson added: "There are many categories to choose from, so please nominate that person or group you know deserves to be recognised." The South Wales Community Awards 2025 is a significant event, bringing together people from all walks of life to celebrate the unsung heroes of South Wales. It is an opportunity to shine a light on those who work tirelessly and selflessly to make a difference. Further details about the awards, including how to nominate or sponsor an award, are available on the South Wales Community Awards website. The awards ceremony promises to be a memorable event, providing a platform to showcase the extraordinary efforts of people in South Wales. Organisers are encouraging the public to get involved by nominating their community heroes and attending the awards ceremony. This initiative is a testament to the spirit of South Wales, celebrating the people who make the community a better place.
