Posted: Sun 6th May 2012

@WREXHAM Twitter Weekly Updates for 2012-05-06

This article is old - Published: Sunday, May 6th, 2012

  • Draw Something Loses 5M Users a Month After Zynga Purchase http://t.co/lsQfYEZZ #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 10.4C. Baro:mb (trend:Steady) Forecast: Partially Cloudy #
  • Gusts: 5.0mph Solar Radiation: 19W/m2 Humidity: 57% Dew Point: 2.2C #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 11.8C. Baro:mb (trend:Steady) Forecast: Partially Cloudy #
  • Gusts: 5.0mph Solar Radiation: 777W/m2 Humidity: 60% Dew Point: 4.4C #
  • Anyone able to help Linz? RT @linztish @wrexham going to nant mill. Anyone know nice pub for families to eat outside with a dog?? Help! #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 3.8C. Baro:mb (trend:Rising Slowly) Forecast: Partially Cloudy #
  • Gusts: 2.0mph Solar Radiation: 135W/m2 Humidity: 89% Dew Point: 2.2C #
  • Anyone staying up to see #supermoon / perigee moon ? It’s biggest at 4am! (before anyone asks its a streetlight on our skycam not the moon,) #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 8.8C. Baro:mb (trend:Steady) Forecast: Mostly Cloudy, Rain within 12 hours #
  • Gusts: 4.0mph Solar Radiation: 11W/m2 Humidity: 62% Dew Point: 1.7C #
  • for those having trouble watching the peregrine falcons in Firefox/Chrome earlier, we have a working link to the stream
    http://t.co/bKvTXsMw #
  • We have noticed Watery Rd is open both ways this bank holiday weekend – just when no one* is going to work! (*not many!) #
  • want to see a peregrine falcon chick hatching live on Wrexham Police Station? Check it out http://t.co/bKvTXsMw #
  • Its likely that Mondays play off semi final at the Racecourse between Wrexham FC & Luton will be a sell out – dont forget your ticket! #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 9.2C. Baro:mb (trend:Steady) Forecast: Partially Cloudy #
  • Gusts: 8.0mph Solar Radiation: 856W/m2 Humidity: 60% Dew Point: 1.7C #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 2.8C. Baro:mb (trend:Rising Slowly) Forecast: Mostly Cloudy, Rain within 12 hours #
  • Gusts: 8.0mph Solar Radiation: 130W/m2 Humidity: 78% Dew Point: -0.6C #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 8.5C. Baro:mb (trend:Steady) Forecast: Mostly Cloudy, Rain within 12 hours #
  • Gusts: 7.0mph Solar Radiation: 0W/m2 Humidity: 88% Dew Point: 6.7C #
  • Jack Freeburn’s match report on last nights Luton v Wrexham FC game is up on http://t.co/3q9thXcc – we are still staying positive! #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 10.2C. Baro:mb (trend:Steady) Forecast: Mostly Cloudy, Rain within 12 hours #
  • Gusts: 9.0mph Solar Radiation: 225W/m2 Humidity: 71% Dew Point: 5.0C #
  • That’s the reason for the smell : RT @phantomdewi: @danofthewibble @wrexham Slurry spreading on fields at Bersham road/Homestead lane #
  • We are topping up with coffee! RT @phantomdewi: @wrexham Awesome coverage of local elections. Hope the sugar crash passes soon :-) #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 6.9C. Baro:mb (trend:Steady) Forecast: Mostly Cloudy, Rain within 12 hours #
  • Gusts: 6.0mph Solar Radiation: 105W/m2 Humidity: 87% Dew Point: 5.0C #
  • Thanks! 3am & still awake somehow! RT @GAndrews18: Cheers to @wrexham. A really comprehensive days coverage of the local elections. #NiceOne #
  • Its 2am so we are ending out coverage there for the elections – see our last pics & goodnight note on http://t.co/2j8d2nvE – Goodnight! #
  • Any other hyperlocal news sites out there covering elections? Check us out: http://t.co/2j8d2nvE – panorama shot of Wrexham count! #vote2012 #
  • we hear predictions of Labour/Independent coalition in Wrexham but Labour Leader Neil Rogers says no talks held yet http://t.co/KlibMWKI #
  • We have done a ‘state of play’ stat attack on http://t.co/2j8d2nvE – Lab +10 Con +- 0 Lib Dems -6 Plaid -2 Ind -2 ! #
  • BNP get hit in Wrexham , Coedpoeth is the place with their only candidate gets 110 votes down from 264 #
  • Gweynneth Roberts loses her seat in Grosvenor to Labour – she was hotly tipped to be Wrexhams next Mayoress ! #
  • Very tight result – Gresford is won by Labour by just three votes! Dont say your vote doesnt count. #
  • We are back, as Ron Davies tells us “maybe my time is up” – http://t.co/2j8d2nvE #
  • Our server has just exploded due to the amount of traffic – its being brought back to life now so hope to resume normal service ASAP! #
  • Anyone wanting to see some proper Hyperlocal reporting of a local election count check out http://t.co/2j8d2nvE #vote2012 ( Plz RT ) #
  • Ron Davies – thats the Wrexham Council Leader – has been voted out of his seat. We were right – he was looking stony faced! #
  • If you are not following our live minute by minute updates get over to http://t.co/2j8d2nvE there could be a big story coming up! #
  • Declarations coming in thick and fast – we are pretty confident we are first with the results online in this press room! :-) #skittlepower #
  • Blimey. 19% turnout in one ward in Wrexham. Thats a shocker. http://t.co/2j8d2nvE #
  • First seat declared – LABOUR GAIN in Bryn Cefn http://t.co/KlibMWKI #
  • We have just been told the first declaration is due ‘very soon’ – keep an eye on http://t.co/2j8d2nvE #
  • Wrexham are making some local history tonight using ‘runners’ – more on our live blog (with some ace pics) http://t.co/2j8d2nvE #
  • Just incase you are wondering what restrictions the media are under here is the rules for us! http://t.co/FFgO0cjh #
  • we’ve been with you since 8am this morning and we’ll be carrying on till all the declarations are made #caffeinerush #
  • BANG goes the door on the local election voting window. Follow the latest gossip and declarations here: http://t.co/KlibMWKI #
  • Go easy around the Gresford roundabout if going that was as there is a car broken down blocking one of the lanes! #
  • Full Time: Luton 2 Wrexham 0 . This means its all to do on Monday if Wrexham want to go to Wembley. Get yourself there to support the reds! #
  • NKP keeps us in tie as well, Ashton chested back to Mayebi but after a mix up it rolls towards the goal…NKP dives in & saves! Phew. #
  • Not a score update as its still us losing 2-0 but Mayebi makes his second great save to keep us in the tie! #
  • One Hour Left Until Polls Close – Tick Tock! http://t.co/2j8d2nvE Not voting? Let us know why… #
  • Thats likely the community council voting slip – white is the WCBC ! RT @NaomiEFC: @wrexham what’s the pink voting slip for? #
  • To cheer up Wrexham FC fans, check out our Live Election Blog with the surprise voter! http://t.co/2j8d2nvE #
  • Half Time in Wrexhams playoff semi first leg : Luton 2 – Wrexham FC 0. Any thoughts from fans? :-( (ps. Nip out & vote if you havent!) #
  • People still out voting – dont forget! RT @tremault: @wrexham just voted in maesydre, but not really sure what the candidates want to do. #
  • Luton 2-0. No words. #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 10.4C. Baro:mb (trend:Falling Slowly) Forecast: Mostly Cloudy, Rain within 12 hours #
  • Gusts: 4.0mph Solar Radiation: 21W/m2 Humidity: 80% Dew Point: 7.2C #
  • Luton 1 Wrexham 0 , Andre Gray bangs home a cut back. #
  • Oh no. Pen to Luton…but phew, overruled as linesman has flag up for offside! We escape…. #wrexhamfc #
  • Yes we will, hopefully lots of goals! RT @Beth_Williams_ are you or @wrexham going to be updating the score on twitter? #
  • Wrexham FC about to kick off in a huge game at Luton, how is everyone feeling? #
  • Anyone having issues with voting let us know where, what and when! All sounds clear at the moment ! Tweet us @wrexham or call  #
  • Good stuff! RT @Richard46Thomas: Voted in coedpoeth @wrexham #
  • Good advice! RT @welshguy_38: @wrexham voting after work at 7 in rhosddu ward . #getoutandvotedontmoanafter #
  • We think he means the team but he loves the site too don’t you Robbie! (he does follow us!) RT @RobbieSavage8: Come on Wrexham @wrexham #
  • just been to Barkers Lane where there’s a bit of a candidate stand off outside the polling station… http://t.co/KlibMWKI #
  • things looking a lot more positive on the outskirts in Gwersyllt & Coedpoeth where voter turnout is healthy, more here http://t.co/KlibMWKI #
  • big queues of traffic down Bradley Road, but not at the polling station ‘quiet’ is the consensus #
  • Lots of buses off to Luton all just left the Racecourse now! http://t.co/3SD8wie0 #
  • check out the latest updates, especially the comment from the candidate who is ‘smoking cigars and drinking brandy’ http://t.co/KlibMWKI #
  • award for most innovative location of a polling station sign goes to the Whitegate ward where people have ‘bin’ voting http://t.co/KlibMWKI #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 12.3C. Baro:mb (trend:Falling Slowly) Forecast: Mostly Cloudy, Rain within 12 hours #
  • Gusts: 7.0mph Solar Radiation: 207W/m2 Humidity: 70% Dew Point: 7.2C #
  • it’s looking a little overcast and quiet at the polling station in Little Acton, how are things where you are? http://t.co/KlibMWKI #
  • if you’re out and about and have got any comments or pictures to share from today’s events we’re only a tweet or call away #
  • we’ve kicked off our Live Election Blog – check here for the latest news from the 2012 local elections in Wrexham http://t.co/KlibMWKI #
  • Polls have been open for just over an hour, has anyone voted yet? If so where & many others about? Tweet us or call us if any problems! #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 7.1C. Baro:mb (trend:Falling Slowly) Forecast: Mostly Cloudy, Rain within 12 hours #
  • Gusts: 9.0mph Solar Radiation: 86W/m2 Humidity: 87% Dew Point: 5.0C #
  • Tweet/call/email us if you spot anything not right, problems or good stuff when you go and vote. We’re out & about all day reporting! #
  • Wrexhamites will today vote to decide who gets £800,000+ a year from us, & who will shape the face of the town for the next 4yrs & beyond! #
  • Looking at WFC v Luton tweets – make sure you vote before going down! Some seats will be decided by just a couple of votes! #makeitcount #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 13.8C. Baro:mb (trend:Steady) Forecast: Partially Cloudy #
  • Gusts: 8.0mph Solar Radiation: 40W/m2 Humidity: 71% Dew Point: 8.9C #
  • lots of excitement building for Wrexham’s play off first leg at Luton tomorrow, who’s going? #
  • http://t.co/ttFIdt2N Launches Live Election Day Coverage – One Day To Go! http://t.co/KMTvVrAv #
  • police looking for someone on foot and using helicopter in Rhostyllen, we’ve been in contact but no further information at present #
  • we’ve just popped down and Llan y Pwll link road has cleared up, be careful going down Holt Road though lots of smoke from someone’s bonfire #
  • traffic going slow round the Gresford roundabout and Llan Y Pwll link road, be careful if driving round there #
  • lots of reports of police activity around Rhostyllen and Ponciau, anyone seen anything going on? #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 13.5C. Baro:mb (trend:Steady) Forecast: Partially Cloudy #
  • Gusts: 7.0mph Solar Radiation: 388W/m2 Humidity: 83% Dew Point: 10.6C #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 8.5C. Baro:mb (trend:Steady) Forecast: Partially Cloudy #
  • Gusts: 4.0mph Solar Radiation: 35W/m2 Humidity: 97% Dew Point: 8.3C #
  • Morning all! Just 1 day to decide who you’ll be voting for in the local elections #1daytilwrexhamvotes #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 9.4C. Baro:mb (trend:Rising Slowly) Forecast: Mostly Clear #
  • Gusts: 2.0mph Solar Radiation: 7W/m2 Humidity: 96% Dew Point: 8.9C #
  • Wrexham Tennis Centre reopened last week after having their courts relaid so we took the opportunity to pop down http://t.co/zWjAtYWz #
  • big thanks due to @PCRepairWrexham who sorted us out with a custom built computer as pictured in the article, his site: http://t.co/sRlA4h2z #
  • we’re a friendly bunch so don’t be afraid to pop down to The Foundry to say hello and remember to make a note of our new phone number too! #
  • http://t.co/ttFIdt2N Opens Town Centre Office – take a sneak peek inside our new crib! http://t.co/HbZChrbD #wrexham #
  • Strong possibility that Wrexham FC’s away game at Luton will be moved from Thursday to Friday. We need to confirm this rumour though! #
  • News desk sorted, most modern live view of Wrexham! Celebratory lunch at The Bank to mark the office opening! :-) http://t.co/bPnHkipT #
  • Any other animals seen in town? RT @leannepeers Anyone noticed the random Zebra in the field off the @wrexham roundabout onto A483 #circus #
  • We are setting up our office and this is the view out of the window… Cant get more Wrexham than that! http://t.co/AL0sEvlP #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp 9.8C. Baro:mb (trend:Steady) Forecast: Partially Cloudy #
  • Gusts: 9.0mph Solar Radiation: 60W/m2 Humidity: 92% Dew Point: 8.9C #
  • Flood map for east of Wrexham / Rossett / Holt / Farndon / Ridley Wood / Cross Lanes way etc http://t.co/eqirnc37 (via @HandbridgeCom ) #
  • Looking at radar it’s going to rain on & off all morning. Be like us, inside sipping some Wrexham Coffee! (blend from Tea&Coffee on High St) #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp C. Baro:mb (trend:Steady) Forecast: Partially Cloudy #
  • Gusts: 5.0mph Solar Radiation: 23W/m2 Humidity: 88% Dew Point: C #
  • Morning everyone! Rain rain and more rain. Roads having standing water… Stay safe! Tweet us @wrexham if you see anything going on! #
  • May 1st! Later on today we open our news desk in the town centre, yes a physical desk! http://t.co/ttFIdt2N is going full time…! #excited #
  • Wrexham BNP Candidate Arrested Over Electoral Fraud Allegations http://t.co/hfqJydaw #wrexham #
  • Impressive! RT @NatalieeBowler: Having to take my brother to Wrexham hospital cos he swallowed a pound coin – gonna be a long night #idiot #
  • we’ve got an article to come on the Mike Whitby arrest at around 9pm #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp C. Baro:mb (trend:Rising Slowly) Forecast: Partially Cloudy #
  • Gusts: 5.0mph Solar Radiation: 30W/m2 Humidity: 72% Dew Point: C #
  • Ok we lied – this is the final update as we have been sent a picture of the incident itself from an eyewitness: http://t.co/nnzRAo0s #
  • Our final update as bypass is now reopen to traffic:http://t.co/nnzRAo0s #
  • 7pm update on bypass crash – http://t.co/nnzRAo0s with new pic of queues & further crash and traffic info. A483 s/b still very affected. #
  • We have just been down to the a483, would advise drivers to avoid it if possible. Gresford old road very busy, as is Gresford roundabout. #
  • We will be updating the story on http://t.co/nnzRAo0s with information on the a483 crash, reporter on way now. Take another route if poss. #
  • quite a few people saying it sounds a nasty crash, police, ambulance first response and fire brigade all on scene #
  • Crash on a483 soughtbound gresford hill – @laraapril saw fire engines on way & we have seen police on way. #
  • should add that the allegations relate to the Liverpool mayoral elections and not Wrexham local elections #
  • reports coming in that BNP candidate for Coedpoeth Mike Whitby is at Wrexham police station regarding allegations of electoral fraud #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp C. Baro:mb (trend:Rising Rapidly) Forecast: Partially Cloudy #
  • Gusts: 10.0mph Solar Radiation: 710W/m2 Humidity: 78% Dew Point: C #
  • ‘Sniping and mudslinging’ around wrexham in elections – join in the debate on http://t.co/s981sqi1 #
  • Wrexhams Current Weather: Temp C. Baro:mb (trend:Rising Slowly) Forecast: Mostly Cloudy, Rain within 12 hours #
  • Gusts: 7.0mph Solar Radiation: 63W/m2 Humidity: 98% Dew Point: C #
  • Morning all. Just 3 days until Wrexham votes, keep in touch with us this week @wrexham or email us [email protected] :) #
  • Also a candidate in forthcoming Wrexham Council elections wrote to a voter in New Zealand – distance must be a record?! http://t.co/s981sqi1 #
  • Lots of great input to http://t.co/ttFIdt2N via emails/tweets/forum posts – remember we pick one to win a tenner: http://t.co/W5tcMtkR ! #



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