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He travelled more than 200 miles hoping to commit 'appalling offences' against a child

The 60-year-old began speaking to a child online before travelling a considerable distance to meet the youngster

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Jury considers verdicts in football club ex-chairman's sex offences trial

Nicky O'Connor denies 15 counts of exposure, sexual assault, and attempted sexual assault

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He led police on a 90-minute pursuit but didn't have the guts to face a judge

At one stage during the late-night pursuit Adam Hopkins' Mercedes became 'airborne'

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Partygoer left bloodied and unconscious after 'random' attack on Beaujolais Day

Witnesses say the attack was random, with one saying the victim was left passed out on the floor "covered in blood"

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Police issue dispersal order across Bridgend town centre to tackle youth anti-social behaviour

South Wales Police have issued a 48-hour dispersal order covering a large section of Bridgend town centre in response to recent incidents of anti-social behaviour involving young people. The post ...

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Swansea’s Catherine Zeta‑Jones celebrates 25 years of marriage to Michael Douglas

Swansea‑born Hollywood star Catherine Zeta‑Jones and her husband, fellow Oscar winner Michael Douglas, have mar...

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New footage shows moment vandal‑prone Swansea speed camera is painted over with a paintbrush on a stick

Fresh video has emerged showing the moment a Swansea speed camera was deliberately vandalised with red paint — just days after the device had been replaced following an earlier angle‑grinder attack. The post ...

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Defence Minister urges Farage to launch “forensic” probe into Reform UK after Gill bribery case

The UK Government's Defence Minister has called on Nigel Farage to conduct a “forensic” independent investigation into Reform UK, following the jailing of the party’s former Welsh leader Nathan Gill for taking bribes to promote pro‑Russian propaganda. The post Defence Minister urges Farage t...

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Former Reform UK Wales leader Nathan Gill jailed for 10 and a half years over Russian bribery

Former Reform UK Wales leader and ex‑MEP Nathan Gill has been jailed for 10 years and six months after admitting to taking bribes to promote pro‑Russian positions during his time in the European Parliament. The post Former Reform UK Wales leader Nathan Gill jailed for 10 and a half years over Ru...

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Beaujolais Day 2025 best pictures: The outfits, glamour, and fun as thousands party into the night in Swansea

It was glamour, glitz and gorgeous outfits for Beaujolais Day 2025 in Swansea - which has an undeniable passion for the party

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Lemons, onions and salt: the household hacks to de‑ice your car this winter

With frosty mornings setting in across Wales, drivers are being urged to look no further than their kitchen cupboards for quick fixes to clear icy windscreens. The post Lemons, onions and salt: the household hacks to de‑ice your car this winter appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Council pays tribute to former mayor and disability campaigner, Cllr Jordan Ryan

Pembrokeshire County Council has paid tribute to Cllr Jordan Ryan, who has died while serving as the elected member for Fishguard North East. The post Council pays tribute to former mayor and disability campaigner, Cllr Jordan Ryan appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Bridgend at heart of new South Wales AI Growth Zone

Bridgend is set to play a central role in the UK’s latest push to expand artificial intelligence, with the former Ford Engine Plant earmarked as a key site in a new AI Growth Zone announced by the UK Government. The post Bridgend at heart of new South Wales AI Growth Zone appeared first on Swansea...

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'Inexcusable': The one-word verdict on Mark Drakeford's government as people died

Baroness Heather Hallett condemns Mark Drakeford's Welsh Government for over its handling of Covid as the death rate soared in late 2020

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The beauty and chaos brought by heavy snow after parts of the country were blanketed

Here are some pictures from the snowfall this week

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Teacher caught with thousands of child sex abuse photos including the rape of 2-year-olds

Many of the indecent images found on his devices had never been encountered by police in the UK before

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Porthcawl seafront plans scaled back after resident pressure

Bridgend County Borough Council has unveiled a reshaped masterplan for Porthcawl’s seafront, confirming that several elements have been changed following strong feedback from residents. The post Porthcawl seafront plans scaled back after resident pressure appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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“Swansea University literally saved my life”: Neath author shares journey of grief, resilience and hope

For Neath wellness entrepreneur and author Emma Tamplin, education was more than a qualification – it was a lifeline. The post “Swansea University literally saved my life”: Neath author shares journey of grief, resilience and hope appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Petition launched as locals boycott The Brunswick Arms over far‑right event

More than 200 people have pledged to boycott The Brunswick Arms in Swansea after it hosted a launch event for far‑right political party Advance UK. The post Petition launched as locals boycott The Brunswick Arms over far‑right event appeared first on ...

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Neath man fined over fly-tipping in Port Talbot after ignoring £400 penalty

A Neath man who dumped food packaging, cardboard boxes and other waste in a Port Talbot street has ended up paying more than £700 after failing to pay a Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN). The post Neath man fined over fly-tipping in Port Talbot after ignoring £400 pen...