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South Wales Argus
13-05-2025
- Politics
- South Wales Argus
Monmouth MP attends VE Day celebrations across county
Catherine Fookes, Member of Parliament for Monmouthshire, marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day with a series of commemorative visits across the county. On Thursday, she visited Abergavenny for a special VE Day ceremony organised by Peter Farthing and the local Royal British Legion. The service featured the unveiling of a new commemorative veterans' bench, created by Black Mountain Gates and Key2Shoes, and a wreath-laying ceremony at the Cenotaph. Ms Fookes said: "It was a real privilege to attend this moving ceremony. "It was particularly special to see D-Day veteran Mel Hughes there, a true local hero who recently celebrated his 100th birthday." She also paid tribute to Wendy from the Abergavenny Library Knit and Natter group, who single-handedly created a commemorative crochet display for the occasion. (Image: Catherine Fookes) (Image: Catherine Fookes) (Image: Catherine Fookes) (Image: Catherine Fookes) Later in the day, Ms Fookes visited Rogiet for another ceremony with veterans and local councillors, before concluding the evening at St Mary's Church to attend a Quarter Peal Bell Ringing service. On the weekend, she joined residents at a VE Day Street Party at Chepstow Drill Hall. Earlier in the week, Ms Fookes spoke in Parliament to honour Monmouthshire's veterans and reflect on the county's military history. She mentioned the service of David Edwards and Tom Griffiths, both of whom have a school named after them in Mondrainville, France, and marked the 110th anniversary of the Second Battle of Ypres, where the 3rd Battalion of the Monmouthshire Regiment suffered nearly 700 casualties. She said: "I also took the opportunity to recognise our vibrant Royal British Legion branches in Abergavenny, Caldicot, Chepstow, Monmouth, and Usk, and to thank individuals like Peter Farthing, who works tirelessly for Monmouthshire's veterans." (Image: Catherine Fookes) (Image: Catherine Fookes) "I want to thank Monmouthshire County Council and their Armed Forces Champion Peter Strong for organising. "These events gave us all a chance to pause and reflect - we owe a huge debt of gratitude to all those who have served and who continue to serve our great country and who allow us to live in peace."
Scotsman
07-05-2025
- General
- Scotsman
Airth Care Home brings generations together for heartwarming VE Day Street Party
Residents, families, and the wider Airth community came together on Monday 5 May, for a spectacular VE Day Street Party hosted by Airthrey Care Home. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The event paid tribute to the end of World War II in Europe with an afternoon of shared memories, traditional games, and heartfelt celebration. The Meallmore run care home proudly supported and helped organise the event in collaboration with Airth Primary School, the Airth PTA, and the Airth Parish Community Council. Local residents generously donated tables and chairs, helping to transform the area into a festive gathering space reminiscent of the 1940s. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Both children and adults enjoyed classic wartime-era games such as hopscotch and skipping, as well as axe throwing, while live music and karaoke kept the atmosphere lively throughout the day. Attendees were invited to bring their own picnic-style food and drink, while the Airthrey team offered a barbecue in exchange for a small monetary donation which is being given to Royal British Legion. Over £200 was raised on the day. The community came together for the Street Party One of the most moving parts of the day was a memorial tent featuring WWII memorabilia, including photographs, personal stories from prisoners of war, and treasured artefacts that sparked conversations and memories among guests of all ages. Michelle Ruiz-Beltran, care home manager at Airthrey Care Home said: 'It was truly a brilliant day. Seeing our residents, their families, and the community come together in remembrance and celebration was incredibly special. Events like these bring history to life and create bonds that cross generations. With the sun shining and spirits high, the event not only honoured the legacy of VE Day but also highlighted the strength of community spirit in Airth. 'We had a fantastic turnout and lots of fun – huge thanks to everyone who came along and all those who helped make the event so special.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Airthrey Care Home is run by one of Scotland's most trusted providers of elderly and specialist care, Meallmore Ltd, and provides excellent standards of care for its residents, including those living with dementia.
Daily Mirror
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
This Morning star returns to host after 11 years in major presenting shake-up
This Morning viewers are set for a very different presenting line-up this Bank Holiday Monday, with star Emma Willis returning to host the show - 11 years on from when she had a permanent role on the show. The ex Big Brother host will be joining Rylan Clark as they present the ITV show's VE Day Street Party to mark 80 years since the first Victory in Europe day.
