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Monster imprisoned, strangled and raped woman

Jamie Rawson showed no remorse for his crimes

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What life was like in Fforestfach, Swansea, two decades ago

From charitable efforts and familiar old buildings to special school days and community events there's plenty here to look back on

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New Thai food venue in Swansea has people 'queuing up the road'

Dean Phillips, who has spent years splitting his time between Wales and southeast Asia, has launched Mai Thai with friend Paul Carroll

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Welsh RAF Typhoon pilot explains what it's like to hit 700mph in the cockpit

Flight lieutenant Tom Nation, who will be taking to the skies to display the Royal Air Force Typhoon aircraft at Wales Airshow, said it was 'like the most intense rollercoaster ride you've ever been on'

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Mystery death of teenager found in canal and the US stowaway suspect

The body of 16-year-old Edith Langford was found in the Tennant Canal in the Port Tennant area of Swansea and the case was never solved

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Swansea shopworker punched and kicked by baying mob

A judge said it was people like Christopher Eaton who gives Swansea a bad reputation. The judge asked for the man who stopped the six-on-one assault to be awarded a £500 High Sheriff award

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Why are the Red Arrows not in Swansea for the Wales Airshow 2026

The Red Arrows will not be performing at the Wales Airshow in Swansea this summer, with the iconic display team instead heading to the US to mark 250 years of American independence.

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Nobody wants iconic Mumbles seafront hotel that welcomed people for decades

It has been described as one of the area's 'most recognisable hospitality landmarks' at 'one of south Wales' most desirable coastal locations'

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Three days of road closures to hit drivers in Swansea from Friday

Roads across Swansea will be closed from Friday to Sunday for the safety of those attending The Wales Airshow. Here is a full list of road closures.

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Multiple arrests made and person in hospital after police incident in Swansea

Three arrests have been made in connection with the incident

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Smoke billows over Swansea as another grass fire breaks out close to homes

People are being told to keep their doors and windows closed due to smoke in the area

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9 talking points from attempted murder trial as jury told accused ran off, ate yogurt and hid

On Thursday the jury heard closing speeches in the case from prosecution barrister James Wilson and defence barrister Caroline Rees

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Two arrested after reports of assault in Swansea

They are currently in police custody

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Bold new energy plan to heat buildings in Swansea's maritime quarter

No firm decisions have been made and the scheme would have to be viable if it was taken forward

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Mystery over death of man discovered by gardener 20 years after disappearance

Russell Scozzi's sister said: 'It’s over, but it’s not, and has given me more questions than answers.'

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Stunning moment plane flies over Welsh beach at sunset

The beautiful footage was captured at Llangennith beach near Rhossili

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Swansea council takes over city's two NCP car parks

Parking will cost £5 for the whole day

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'Our baby died four years ago and we still don't know how or why'

Jacob Simpson died in June 2022 after complications during his birth at Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen. More than four years later, another pre-inquest review has taken place with no date set for a full inquest

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Major housebuilding project yet to start 19 months after it got approved

Things have been happening behind the scenes though

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Call made to stop using 'predatory' teaching agencies in Swansea

He made it during a discussion about Swansea's oversubscribed home tuition service