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Leader Live
23-05-2025
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Teams wanted for fun challenge at 2025 Mold Carnival
Mold Town Council's carnival committee is calling on local businesses, groups, clubs, pubs - and everyone in between - to get involved in their It's A Knockout challenge. The carnival takes place on Sunday, July 6, at Maes Bodlonfa Park, and this year promises even more fun with the return of this wacky, action-packed team competition inspired by the classic BBC show. Read more: Flint store to launch a new concept in pre-loved fashion Think inflatable obstacles, silly costumes, foam, water, and big laughs. Gather a team of 10 adults, bring your energy, and compete for the title of Mold Carnival Knockout Champions 2025! How to Enter: • Pre-registration is required - no entries on the day. • Team size: 10 adults (18+ only, minimum height 1.4m) • Entry fee: £150 per team • Team limit: Only 18 teams can compete, so don't delay, enter today! • Duration of games: Approx. 3-4 hours It's A Knockout inflatable Photo: Knockout Challenge Limited Jane Evans, Mold Town Council's events and community engagement officer, said: "Mold Carnival is always a brilliant day out for all ages. This year, we wanted to bring something a bit different, and nostalgic, to the event to get the community involved. "I loved watching It's A Knockout growing up - it looked so much fun. So we're inviting teams to enter the competition, all teams can also join in the carnival parade pre game; wear fancy dress or your logo'ed T-shirts and make some noise as the parade makes it's way through the town onto the carnival fields, really make a day of it. Read more: The Tivoli - from cinema and dance hall, to night club and music venue "Bring your supporters, your banners, and your best game face and join us for a fantastic day of fun, laughter, and community spirit - and see if your team has what it takes to be crowned Mold Carnival Knockout Champions!" Jane added: "It's A Knockout is just one part of a fun-packed carnival day. Highlights include: The Football Association of Wales inflatable football festival. Special appearances from Transformers Bumblebee and Optimus Prime, crazy science workshops for kids. Popular entertainer DJ Cookie, back for his 14th year - supporting the event free of charge. Read more: Black Horse pub in Buckley faces demolition as shop plans submitted "We will have live performances, character visits, community entertainment, and even a visit from the Army and closing the carnival stage this year will be popular local band 50Hertz." Entry to the July 6 carnival is completely free. To get involved, request an It's A Knockout entry form or learn more about Mold Carnival, contact: events@ or call 01352 758532 (Option 3) Sponsorship packages are also available for businesses, contact events@ or call 01352 758532 opt. 3 to find out more.
Leader Live
13-05-2025
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PICTURES: 80th anniversary of VE Day celebrated in Mold
Over 400 people enjoyed the entertainment, free refreshments and 'street party' atmosphere at Daniel Owen Square. The sun shone on the square throughout and audiences enjoyed a host of entertainment, with Mold Town Concert Band starting off the day. Children from Nercwys Primary School, dressed as war time evacuees, then read and sang WW2 themed songs and poems to the delight of the crowds. Sharon Wallace also returned to Mold to sing popular songs from the 40s through to the 60s and CanCan band provided cafe style music from France, Europe and Latin America. The event wouldn't have been possible without the volunteers from Rhydymwyn Valley History Society who provided a photograph and memorabilia display from the former Ministry of Supply's Valley Works in the Alyn Valley. Volunteers from Mold Town Council dressed up for the occasion in 1940's outfits and were joined by Mold and Buckley Army Cadets who were kept busy throughout the day helping set up and take down the event. RELATED READING A spokesperson said: "They also did an excellent job of ensuring everyone enjoyed a free cuppa or three along with handing out free biscuits, chocolate bars and crisps. "Staff and volunteers at the Daniel Owen Centre who had been busy all week decorating the centre were also dressed up and kept busy throughout in the café serving delicious homemade cakes. "Attendees also had the opportunity to have a photo with Winston Churchill, who was on the square in his iconic top hat and suit. Although, some people may have thought they were seeing double as Councillor Brian Lloyd was also dressed as Churchill for the occasion!" Mayor of Mold Cllr Paul Beacher was the judge of the best 1940's dressed competition and awarded a commemorative VE Day 80th Anniversary £5 coin to winners Denise Ball and Owain Davies, who both looked splendid in their outfits. Jane Evans Mold Town Council Events and Community Engagement Officer said: 'What a fantastic day, such a great turnout, it has been brilliant to see everyone, all ages, come together to enjoy the day, the atmosphere was amazing, a real community feel to the event. MOST READ "We've received so many positive comments from those who attended, it makes all the hard work organising the event worth it. Special thanks to our event sponsor Romaquip and to Mike from Tesco's in Mold who organised donation of biscuits, crisps, drink and chocolate bars for the event. "I would also like to thank Tents & Events for providing the chair hire free of charge and to Millington's Removals who collected and returned the chairs free of charge for us. Special thanks must also go to all the volunteers who helped make the event a success, including the team at the Daniel Owen Centre and Mold and Buckley Army Cadets, everyone worked so hard to ensure the event was ready and ran smoothly throughout. "I would also like to thank Adele Davies from Mold Flower Club who provided the beautiful table flowers for the occasion.'
Leader Live
05-05-2025
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Mold's 'Live on the Square' a massive hit once more
Mold's Live on the Square has become a hit with locals and visitors alike over the years. Organised by volunteers Cllr. Pete Dando and Jim Evans with the help of Mold Town Council, this year's festival began at 12.30pm on Sunday (May 4) at Daniel Owen Square in the town - with acts planned up until 9.30pm. As well as food and drinks, the programme includes a full afternoon and evening of live performances comprising six bands and solo singers. Cllr Pete Dando told the Leader: "I'm so happy with the turnout - it's fantastic - but even more so with the weather. "We have a capacity of 800 people at the event, and we have sold out tickets. Everyone's having a great time and it's just brilliant to see. "There is a great atmosphere and it's bringing people together in the community." TOP STORIES TODAY Some of the acts who wowed the crowd on the day included; Fletch, David Murray, Joe Butler and the TTB. Taking to Facebook to reflect on the event, the Live on the Square team wrote: "So that's Live on the Square for another year and another sell out which again is amazing! "Sitting back at the end of the day when the final band was performing, and watching you all enjoying yourselves, makes you realise what a volunteer is about, to bring happiness and enjoyment to others, you are all ace!! Live on the Square '26 anyone?!!" Click on the gallery above to see some pictures from the event courtesy of Phil Tugwell.
Leader Live
04-05-2025
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Music fans flock to popular Live on the Square event in Mold
Live on the Square, organised by volunteers Cllr. Pete Dando and Jim Evans with the help of Mold Town Council, began at 12.30pm on Sunday at Daniel Owen Square in the town - with acts planned up until 9.30pm. As well as food and drinks, the programme includes a full afternoon and evening of live performances comprising six bands and solo singers. Live on the Square (Image: Newsquest) From left: Toby and Debra Peers, Sam and Nick Williams (Image: Newsquest) Cllr Pete Dando told the Leader: "I'm so happy with the turnout - it's fantastic - but even more so with the weather. "We have a capacity of 800 people at the event, and we have sold out tickets! "Everyone's having a great time and it's just brilliant to see. Cllr Pete Dando at Live on the Square (Image: Newsquest) Nadine King, left, and Emma Stacey (Image: Newsquest) Gordon Wilson and his daughter, Rachel Wilson (Image: Newsquest) "There is a great atmosphere and it's bringing people together in the community." Outgoing Mayor Cllr Brian Lloyd said: "This is my last event as Mayor, and it's looking very good. "The weather is fantastic and that really makes a difference. From left: Vikki Milsted, Danielle Butler, Adam Butler of the band KASP, and Dawn Butler (Image: Newsquest) Dawn and Graeme Ashton (Image: Newsquest) "The event is sold-out which is great; it seems to sell itself out now." Mayor elect Cllr Paul Beacher, who will officially enter the role on Wednesday, said: "This is a great event, and it's always well attended. "It's an affordable, social day out which brings people in the community together."
Leader Live
03-05-2025
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Mold Town Council to host VE Day anniversary event
Mold Town Council has announced details of the event to mark Victory in Europe, taking place on Sunday, May 11, from noon-3.30pm on Daniel Owen Square, in the town. There will be entertainment, with Mold Town Concert Band playing first, next on stage will see the return of a Mold favourite, Sharon Wallace, who will be singing lots of wartime songs. Also joining the line-up is band CanCan, who specialise in cafe style music from France, Europe and Latin America from swing to bossa nova and beyond. Read more: Sharon Wallace will sing wartime songs. There will also be a display of military vehicles on Meadow Place car park and information boards from Rhydymwyn Valley History Society, with photos and memorabilia from the former Ministry of Supply's Valley Works in the Alyn Valley. Mold Town Concert Band. People can also enjoy a free cuppa and biscuits, served from the Daniel Owen Centre throughout (as long as stocks last). There will also be a Best Dressed competition. People are encouraged to get into the 1940s spirit and dress up in 40s/wartime themed outfits. A prize will be awarded for the best 1940s dressed adult and child, as chosen by the Mayor, Cllr Brian Lloyd. For enquiries or further information, call Mold Town Council on 01352 758532 or email events@
