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KILVEY HILL: Walkers face footpath diversions as Skyline construction work begins on the hill
Walkers on Kilvey Hill are being sent on temporary diversions after earthworks began at the top of the hill for Skyline's £49m cable car and luge project. The post KILVEY HILL: Walkers face footpath diversions as Skyline construction work begins on the hill appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
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NEWCASTLE EMLYN: ‘Poo in the pool’ culprit forced charity swimming baths to close 18 times
A community-run swimming pool in Newcastle Emlyn says its funds have been "depleted" after a man admitted deliberately contaminating the water 18 times, forcing repeated closures. The post NEWCASTLE EMLYN: ‘Poo in the pool’ culprit forced charity swimming baths to close 18 times appeared first o...
ABERAVON: Man dies in the sea at Aberavon Beach during record June heat
A 50-year-old man from Cilfrew has died after getting into difficulty in the sea at Aberavon Beach, as the UK recorded its hottest June day on record. The post ABERAVON: Man dies in the sea at Aberavon Beach during record June heat appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
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HEATWAVE: Thunderstorms set to break the heat — as Swansea Bay faces a stormy end to its hottest spell
The Met Office has warned of thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across Swansea Bay from tonight into Friday morning, as the record-breaking heat finally breaks. The post HEATWAVE: Thunderstorms set to break the heat — as Swansea Bay faces a stormy end to its hottest spell appeared first on S...
Driver rammed police car before driving wrong way down Swansea dual carriageway
A judge told Rhys Morris he was lucky he was not facing a charge of causing death by dangerous driving.
SWANSEA: Two ex-Swans staff turn one billboard into a seven-screen empire in a year
A Swansea advertising firm set up by two ex-Swansea City marketing staff has grown from one screen to seven and moved into new city-centre offices, just twelve months after launching. The post SWANSEA: Two ex-Swans staff turn one billboard into a seven-screen empire in a year appeared first on Swans...
HEALTH BOARD: Swansea Bay £112m in the red and failed by auditors — as payouts for blunders double in a year of scandals
Auditors are about to mark Swansea Bay's health board accounts as failing the rules, after it overspent by £112m and saw the bill for things going wrong double in just one year. The post HEALTH BOARD: Swansea Bay £112m in the red and failed by auditors — as payouts for blunders double in a year ...
HEATWAVE: Everything you need to know as Swansea Bay faces its hottest day — schools, trains, beaches and the people most at risk
The red extreme heat warning peaks today, with Swansea Bay temperatures pushing into the high 30s. Here's how the region is coping — and where to turn for help. The post HEATWAVE: Everything you need to know as Swansea Bay faces its hottest day — schools, trains, beaches and the people most at r...
Row of empty shops in Swansea city centre to be brought back to life
The project, called Dyfatty Junction, has been officially unveiled
Mumbles skatepark gets colourful new look as police get involved
Organisers say the murals 'reflect the creativity, pride and sense of belonging in the skatepark community'
TENBY SPECTACULAR: Beloved summer event AXED — as furious volunteers turn on the council
The volunteers behind Tenby's Summer Spectacular say they have been forced to call off this year's events after waiting nine months for Pembrokeshire County Council to answer a single question about crowd safety. The council says it has never asked for the event to be cancelled. The post TENBY SPECT...
HEATWAVE: Outreach teams reaching Swansea’s rough sleepers as charity warns of deadly risk in the heat
The Wallich says people sleeping rough — and those living in cars — are among the most exposed as the red warning peaks, and is urging councils to bring in a dedicated heat plan. The post HEATWAVE: Outreach teams reaching Swansea’s rough sleepers as charity warns of deadly risk in the heat app...
GREEN STEEL: Port Talbot’s giant new furnace is built and on its way — as Tata shows off a year of transformation
The company says the heart of its £1.25bn electric arc furnace has been fabricated and is being shipped to Port Talbot, though questions over the project's timetable have swirled in recent weeks. The post GREEN STEEL: Port Talbot’s giant new furnace is built and on its way — as Tata shows off a...
NEATH PORT TALBOT: Council leader welcomes £13.5m for two valley business parks — as first units already fill up
New industrial space is planned for Seven Sisters and Resolven, with the council pointing to a recently completed scheme that is already fully let as proof of demand. The post NEATH PORT TALBOT: Council leader welcomes £13.5m for two valley business parks — as first units already fill up appeared...
Refunds offered as Swansea Grand Theatre postpones show due to red weather warning
It will now take place in September
HEATWAVE: Police urge people to stay indoors as Swansea Bay temperatures creep towards 40C
Swansea and Neath Port Talbot are in the red warning zone as the UK heads for possibly record-breaking June heat, with officers also warning beach drivers over irresponsible parking. The post HEATWAVE: Police urge people to stay indoors as Swansea Bay temperatures creep towards 40C appeared first on...
PORT TALBOT: Man who died after Margam Road crash named as family pay tribute
Brian William Bodenham, 80, from Margam, died of his injuries following the four-vehicle collision on the A48 in May. His family have asked people not to speculate while the investigation continues. The post PORT TALBOT: Man who died after Margam Road crash named as family pay tribute appeared first...
Met Office extends red and amber weather warnings for Wales and temperatures could now hit 40C
The Met Office alert, covering parts of south Wales, will now remain in place until 11pm on Thursday
HEATWAVE: RSPCA Cymru urges Wales dog owners to call a 48-hour ‘lockdown’ as red warning peaks
Animal welfare experts say walks should be axed for a day or two, with the heat posing a potentially fatal risk to pets across Swansea, Neath Port Talbot and Carmarthenshire. The post HEATWAVE: RSPCA Cymru urges Wales dog owners to call a 48-hour ‘lockdown’ as red warning peaks appeared first on...
SWANSEA: American sandwich chain Which Wich lines up first city-centre outlet
The Dallas-based chain, which made customers queue down the street when Popeyes arrived, has lodged plans to turn a city-centre shop into a cafe and sandwich bar. The post SWANSEA: American sandwich chain Which Wich lines up first city-centre outlet appeared first on Swansea Bay News....