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Campaigners lodge formal complaint over Pontyates GP surgery closure plans
Campaigners fighting to save Meddygfa’r Sarn in Pontyates have formally complained to Hywel Dda University Health Board, raising serious concerns about the way the proposed closure process has been handled. The post Campaigners lodge formal complaint over Pontyates GP surgery closure plans appeare...
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FIREBUG TEENS SENTENCED after Bridgend arson attack caught on CCTV
Two teenagers have been sentenced after setting a car on fire in a reckless arson attack that could have seriously injured residents. The post FIREBUG TEENS SENTENCED after Bridgend arson attack caught on CCTV appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
Residents' horror as man pulls machete out of his trousers
He waved the machete around in the communal area of the flats in Swansea as residents called the police
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EASTER OPENING: Final stretch of Tywi Valley Path set to welcome walkers and cyclists
A major new walking and cycling route through the heart of Carmarthenshire is set to fully open in time for Easter. The post EASTER OPENING: Final stretch of Tywi Valley Path set to welcome walkers and cyclists ap...
JAILED: Llanelli man who ignored victim’s pleas during flat attack sentenced to six years
A 48-year-old man has been jailed for six years after raping and sexually assaulting a woman during an attack at a flat. The post JAILED: Llanelli man who ignored victim’s pleas during flat attack sentenced to six years appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
Stop-and search plan part of new crackdown on fly-tipping in Welsh city
A Swansea Council cabinet member said fly-tipping enforcement had been badly under-staffed, but was getting a big budget boost
Swansea motor giant hits 100 – from single garage to UK powerhouse
A Swansea-founded family business that started life on a city street with just a handful of staff is celebrating a remarkable 100 years — after growing into one of the UK’s biggest motor dealer groups. The post Swansea motor giant hits 100 – from single garage to UK powerhouse appeared first o...
Swansea opticians practice holds 40th anniversary celebration
The director of an independent Swansea opticians celebrating its 40th anniversary says going to work knowing “you are helping people” has given him a reason to get up in the morning. The post Swansea opticians practice holds 40th anniversary celebration appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
NCP enters administration putting key Swansea car parks at risk
Hundreds of jobs and dozens of car parks are under threat after one of Britain’s biggest parking firms entered administration — with major sites in Swansea now facing an uncertain future. The post NCP enters administration putting key Swansea car parks at risk appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
LLANELLI: Retail giant JD Sports to unveil new mega-store at Parc Trostre this weekend
Llanelli’s retail scene is set for a major boost as sports fashion powerhouse JD Sports prepares to open a brand-new, significantly larger store at Parc Trostre Retail Park this weekend. The post LLANELLI: Retail giant JD Sports to unveil new mega-store at ...
Every NCP car park in Wales at risk of closure - full list
One of the UK's largest car park operators has collapsed as it saw "ongoing trading losses"
Clarkson blasts ‘mad’ school dinners as Welsh kids fed chicken from China and Thailand
The row over imported chicken being served in Welsh schools has erupted again after Jeremy Clarkson launched a furious attack on what he called a “staggering” system. The post Clarkson blasts ‘mad’ school dinners as Welsh kids fed chicken from China and Thailand appeared first on Swansea Bay...
Naked and screaming customers see 3-year-old beauty spot sauna business hit major snag
'The type and intensity of noise and disturbance associated with the facility are not considered appropriate', planning officers said
NCP car park company collapses with nearly 700 jobs at risk
The operator owns 340 car parks across the UK currently that are in danger of closure
Martin Clunes reveals ‘weight of responsibility’ playing Huw Edwards in new TV drama
Actor says role was “not straightforward” as series explores the downfall of the former BBC newsreader. The post Martin Clunes reveals ‘weight of responsibility’ playing Huw Edwards in new TV drama appeared first on Swan...
Mystery ‘foolish student’ sends £100 apology to Swansea shop for drunken prank 15 years later
The anonymous letter arrived at a well-known city centre food store — along with cash to make up for a banner stolen years ago. The post Mystery ‘foolish student’ sends £100 apology to Swansea shop for drunken prank 15 years later appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
Welsh star Michael Sheen to host BBC quiz show in surprise career move
The Hollywood actor will take over the reins of the hit BBC teatime quiz after original host, Richard Osman stepped down. The post Welsh star Michael Sheen to host BBC quiz show in surprise career move appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
Swansea café removes photo after customer fears it shows concentration camp scene
Customer feared historic photograph showed belongings from a Nazi death camp – but venue says it is actually a 1940 wartime press image linked to British contraband control. The post Swansea café removes photo after customer fears it shows concentration camp scene appeared first on Swansea Bay Ne...
Welsh rugby club removed from competition just hours before semi-final
They had asked for the game to be pushed back by 24 hours but their request was denied
New banking app and branch expansion as Swansea Building Society sees strong demand from savers and homebuyers
People across Wales could soon see more local banking options and new digital services as Swansea Building Society announces plans to expand — while reporting strong demand from both savers and homebuyers. The post New banking app and branch expansion as Swansea Building...