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Gang ran cocaine and cannabis enterprise out of garden centre
Danny Tomlin, 40, was the leader of the drugs enterprise, involving the sale of cocaine and cannabis in south Wales and south-west England.
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Huw Edwards' diminished life vaping and looking a 'shadow of his former self'
Following the release of Channel 5's drama, Power: The Downfall of Huw Edwards, experts say the once-trusted broadcaster appears to be leaning into a victimhood narrative
Second major decision made on St Helen's in Swansea as council approve move
Cabinet members hear about the risks of not doing anything
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CARMARTHEN: £2m hospital unit to reopen in bid to ease A&E pressure
Patients in Carmarthenshire are set to see faster treatment times as a key emergency unit at Glangwili Hospital reopens following a major £2m overhaul. The post CARMARTHEN: £2m hospital unit to reopen in bid to ease A&E pressure appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
SWANSEA: New big-top amphitheatre ready for summer shows
A city centre amphitheatre has been given a dramatic new look — and it’s now gearing up to host a fresh wave of performances this summer. The post SWANSEA: New big-top amphitheatre ready for summer shows appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
TV moment as Sir Alan Bates surprises Swansea Horizon scandal victim
A Swansea man whose life was torn apart by the Post Office Horizon scandal is set for an emotional TV moment — as campaign hero Sir Alan Bates makes a rare appearance to support him. The post TV moment as Sir Alan Bates surprises Swansea Horizon scandal victim appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
Ferry plan gathers pace as 98% back Swansea crossing
Plans for a futuristic ferry linking Swansea to South West England are gathering pace — after overwhelming public backing for the idea. The post ...
£14bn metro dream for Swansea – but will West Wales finally get its share?
A multi-billion pound transport shake-up promising faster trains, new stations and a Swansea Bay Metro has been unveiled — but questions remain over whether the region will finally see real delivery. The post £14bn metro dream for Swansea – but will West Wales finally get its share? appeared fi...
Major update on plans for a £15 ferry trips between Swansea and England
It could create hundreds of direct jobs and support many more, says new report
Three swimmers stuck in freezing waters off Swansea Bay
Coastguards reported to an incident in Swansea, during the early hours of the morning
Major Ospreys announcement as Swansea Council deal struck and Alun Wyn Jones drafted in
There has been a significant development in Welsh rugby, with the Ospreys now set to play at St Helen's next season
DYFATTY CRIME CRACKDOWN: Major police operation targets Swansea hotspot
A major crackdown on crime has been launched in one of Swansea’s most troubled neighbourhoods — with police and partners vowing to “take back the streets” from organised gangs. The post DYFATTY CRIME CRACKDOWN: Major police operation targets Swansea hotspot appeared first on Swansea Bay News...
Free bus rides return for Easter as Swansea families urged to “leave the car at home”
Free bus travel is back in Swansea this Easter – with families set to save cash as the council rolls out another round of no-cost journeys across the city. The post Free bus rides return for Easter as Swansea families urged to “leave the car at home” appeared first on Swan...
Candidate demands action on stalled St Clears station after ‘five years of promises’
A political row has erupted over the long-delayed return of St Clears railway station — with a Senedd hopeful accusing ministers of “endless talking and no delivery”. The post Candidate demands action on stalled St Clears station after ‘five years of promises’ appeared first on Swansea Bay...
Man dies after collapsing outside Mumbles pharmacy
His death is not being treated as suspicious
Llanelli tragedy: Family’s plea after police officer’s harbour death sparks safety review
The heartbroken family of a young Llanelli police officer who died after falling into a harbour have made an emotional plea for change — as a major safety review gets underway. The post Llanelli tragedy: Family’s plea after police officer’s harbour death sparks safety review appeared first on ...
Man's skull fractured as stranger attacks him outside railway station
The attacker can remember little about the incident due to the amount of alcohol he had consumed at a work party
Millions of pounds generated by car parks and traffic wardens in Swansea revealed
The income is reinvested and helps bolster the council's finances but park and ride sites continue to operate at a loss
Fuel theft fears: Rural Wales on alert as prices rocket and criminals circle
Farmers and rural communities across south west Wales are being urged to stay on high alert — as soaring fuel prices spark fresh fears of theft. The post Fuel theft fears: Rural Wales on alert as prices rocket and criminals circle appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
A&E crisis: Nearly 1,000 deaths in Wales linked to 12-hour waits as calls grow for urgent action
Almost 1,000 patients died after waiting more than 12 hours in Welsh A&E departments last year — with experts warning the shocking figures should send “shockwaves” through the political system. The post A&E crisis: Nearly 1,000 deaths in Wales linked to 12-hour waits as cal...