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First Minister Eluned Morgan tops Labour’s Senedd candidate list for Ceredigion Penfro

Labour has confirmed that First Minister Eluned Morgan will head the party’s candidate list for the new Ceredigion Penfro Senedd constituency. The post First Minister Eluned Morgan tops Labour’s Senedd candidate list for Ceredigion Penfro appeared first on Swansea Bay News...

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Neath teacher gave schoolgirl a can of Malibu and a card signed with a kiss

A former head of science at Llangatwg Community School in Neath has been fined after showering a teenage pupil with gifts — including alcohol and a Christmas card signed with a kiss. The post Neath teacher gave schoolgirl a can of Malibu and a card signed with a kiss appeared first on Swa...

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Ammanford minister walks 100 miles to raise funds — and spirits

Rev Emyr Gwyn, a much‑loved minister from Ammanford, has proved that determination and community spirit can go a long way — completing 100 miles of walks, raising more than £1,100 for charity, and inspiring friends and neighbours along the way. The post Ammanford minister walks 100 miles to rai...

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These men were 'prowling the streets' looking for vulnerable people to rob

Their victim said he was shocked to learn he was not the first person the pair had robbed, and he said they were 'not safe to be walking the streets'

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Woman only left dog for a moment but returned to find home looking and smelling like horror scene

Yasmin let out a scream when she came home to find her dog motionless and a horrific scene she can't get out of her mind

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First look as Swansea's new library and public services hub Y Storfa opens in old BHS

The new development is now home to Central Library and several council services

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Historic Swansea bridge to return seven years after it was removed for restoration

The bridge span was removed by a crane in 2019 and is set to be reinstated next year

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Gower College Swansea appoints former student Paul Kift as new Principal

Paul Kift returns to lead the college where he once studied — after helping steer national awards and rising student numbers. The post Gower College Swansea appoints former student Paul Kift as new Principal appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Swansea man jailed after brutal domestic assault on partner

David Bradshaw kicked, stamped and strangled his partner while on bail — then attacked a police officer during his arrest. The post Swansea man jailed after brutal domestic assault on partner appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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City's A&E under 'extreme pressure' due to 'winter-related illnesses'

Swansea Bay health board is asking people to "think carefully" before going to the Emergency department

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Major Swansea roundabout closes again after torrential downpours cause flooding

A nearby blocked culvert has caused severe flooding at the roundabout on several occasions in recent months

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Noisy Pembroke Dock neighbour hit with Criminal Behaviour Order after court clash

A Pembroke Dock man who terrorised his upstairs neighbour by banging on the ceiling and shouting abuse has been slapped with a Criminal Behaviour Order — and warned he could face prison if he offends again. The post Noisy Pembroke Dock neighbour hit with Criminal Behaviour Order after court clash ...

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First Cymru bus drivers’ pay win hailed as union victory

Unite says workers ‘stood firm’ to secure above‑inflation deal after eight days of strike action. The post First Cymru bus drivers’ pay win hailed as union victory appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Y Storfa opens in Swansea city centre as council services move from Civic

Swansea city centre has a new public services hub after the council officially opened Y Storfa in the former BHS building on Oxford Street. The post Y Storfa opens in Swansea city centre as council services move from Civic appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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New homes completed at former student village site in Swansea

Construction work is drawing to a close on the first phase of a new homes scheme in Sketty.  The post New homes completed at former student village site in Swansea appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Neath transplant patient helps mark organ donation milestone

Swansea Bay dialysis patient, Stewart Cleaver, will never forget the life-changing moment he received "the greatest phone call ever." The post Neath transplant patient helps mark organ donation milestone appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Virgin Media fined £23.8m for leaving vulnerable customers at risk during digital switchover

Ofcom has fined Virgin Media £23.8 million after ruling the company failed to protect thousands of vulnerable customers relying on telecare alarms during its transition from analogue to digital landlines. The post Virgin Media fined £23.8m for leaving vulnerable customers at risk during digital sw...

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Cwmbwrla Roundabout closed again as floodwaters rise under amber weather warning

Cwmbwrla Roundabout has been closed once again due to flooding, as South West Wales braces for heavy rain under an amber weather warning issued by the Met Office. The post Cwmbwrla Roundabout closed again as floodwaters rise under amber weather warning appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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New defibrillator installed at Llanelli play area as council tackles ‘defib desert’

A new defibrillator has been installed outside a children’s play area in Bigyn, Llanelli, as part of a wider community safety drive led by Llanelli Town Council. The post New defibrillator installed at Llanelli play area as council tackles ‘defib desert’ appeared first on ...

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Redkite Solicitors open office in central Swansea

Redkite Solicitors have announced the opening of its new office in the heart of Swansea city centre, located within the newly developed Princess Quarter. The post Redkite Solicitors open office in central Swansea appeared first on Swansea Bay News....