Banking giant HSBC has announced the closure of 114 branches around the UK in 2023, including Port Talbot and Tenby. HSBC are blaming the closures on...
A grandfather from Port Talbot has been jailed for running a large scale cannabis operation in which he was caught red-handed as he delivered seven kilos...
A team from Swansea Bay University Health Board, which helped pioneer a family screening service for inherited heart muscle conditions in Wales, has welcomed news a...
TV panel show favourite and award-winning comedian, Sarah Millican will visit Swansea as part of her 2023/24 tour. When Sarah Millican was a bairn, she wouldn’t...
Pembrokeshire CBD Centre has become the first high street CBD company in the country to be in partnership with Sapphire Clinic, a UK medical cannabis clinic....
Pontyclun-based developer, Llanmoor Homes, has announced the first phase of Reserved matters approval of plans for a brand new community to be built in Swansea. The new community, which...
Magistrates have granted a warrant of further detention for two men and a woman who have been arrested on suspicion of concealing the birth of a...
One of the highlights of the local sporting calendar, the Sport Pembrokeshire Awards 2022 were held on Friday (25 November) at Folly Farm. Celebrating the outstanding...
As the cost-of-living crisis continues, Brits face a financially challenging winter, and whilst many households are scaling back on their outgoings, there’s a common money-draining culprit...
Celtic Leisure and Neath Port Talbot Council have jointly decided to temporarily close Pontardawe Swimming Pool with effect from Wednesday 30 November 2022. An inspection of...
Charity, Cycling UK has launched its annual 100 Women in Cycling 2022, a list now in its sixth year celebrating inspirational women who empower others to...
Site investigation works are underway at Swansea’s Kilvey Hill as plans for a major new outdoor leisure destination gathers pace. The works are another step forward...
New data has revealed that schools in Swansea are the worst-performing region when it comes to energy efficiency. Cardiff doesn’t fair much better, coming second worst...
A new analysis of Environment Agency data by the Welsh Liberal Democrats have revealed that Welsh Water has dumped sewage onto our Blue Flag beaches 579...
Dyfed Powys Police have issued a CCTV image of two people they’d like to speak with in relation to theft of items from a Home Bargains...
This December, large areas of invasive plants including sea buckthorn that are damaging the health of the iconic sand dune system will be removed. Natural Resources...
Out-of-town shopping centre, Parc Trostre in Llanelli has been awarded a Green Apple Environment Award at the Houses of Parliament. The award represents an annual international...
Wales’ national vegetable and emblem, the Welsh Leek, is now officially protected as it gains PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) UK GI status. It becomes the third...
South Wales Police say they’re continuing to investigate the discovery of the bodies of two babies discovered at an address in Wildmill, Bridgend on Saturday evening...
Ryanair will be offering more flights to Ireland and Spain from Cardiff Airport next summer as the airline will offer daily flights to Dublin, as well...
For most people, Christmas Day is spent with family and friends, unwrapping presents in sparkly jumpers and overindulging on festive food. However, December 25 can be...
Neath Port Talbot councillors have opted to retain Cefn Coed Colliery Museum with a view to growing it into a major heritage attraction. Museum and culture...
A Briton Ferry primary school has received a £1,000 donation from the Amazon fulfilment centre in Swansea. Ysgol Carreg Hir say the donation from Amazon’s Swansea...
As part of celebrating its 100th year in business, iconic Welsh brand, Joe’s Ice Cream, has shown its commitment to the local community by planting 100...
James has been entertaining and educating the nation for almost three decades with his expert culinary skills both on screen and through his best-selling cookbooks. Following...
Guests at a Cardiff City Hall dinner enjoyed a special menu led by Carmarthenshire’s Castell Howell Foods to reflect Wales’ sustainable food and farming credentials. The...
South Wales Police have arrested three people after the bodies of two babies were found at a property in Wildmill, Bridgend on Saturday evening (26 November)....
New consumer research from Go.Compare Energy has revealed that a sixth (16%) of UK households won’t be putting up their Christmas lights this year, to save on energy...
World Cup fans are swapping traditional burgers and sausages for tempura prawns and other Christmas party food to snack on during the 4 week tournament. Supermarket...
Welsh Water are urging their customers to use water wisely to save money – and the environment. They’ve come up with some simple tips that could...
Councillors in Neath Port Talbot have put forward a £106.2m funding bid to Welsh Government for five new school build projects. The approval came at the...
A Carmarthenshire logistics, warehousing and distribution company has marked half a century in business by raising money for the Wales Air Ambulance. Llanelli-based Owens Group...
The Mayor of Neath Port Talbot, Cllr Robert Wood, has paid a visit to Afan Valley born Lillian May Jones to give his congratulations on her...
The Glynn Vivian Art Gallery has teamed up with Welsh TV production company, Bad Wolf, to bring a look behind-the-scenes of BBC and HBO’s multi-award-winning His...
Discount food retailer Heron Foods say they’re offering a lifeline to families across the UK by offering a market-leading Christmas dinner deal for four, for just...
For three weeks in December, small local businesses are being given the opportunity to display and sell their goods amongst big high street chains in Carmarthen,...
Brits prepare in advance, look for creative ways to save cash and want long-term value this Black Friday, says psychologist Dr Linda Papadopoulos. As Black Friday...
An international consortium of big-hitting companies is on board to help deliver a major renewable energy project in Swansea. Engineering and construction giants HDR and infrastructure...
A Swansea-based company that manufactures vaping products has gone into administration. International audit, tax and advisory firm, Mazars has been appointed as Joint Administrator of Lumo...
New research has discovered some of the major streaming service’s value for Christmas films, with Netflix being the most worthy of your money. Experts at New...
A new report from the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has shown that Swansea is now the third busiest train station in Wales, although train...
Two inspirational people from Swansea have been nominated in the British Heart Foundation’s Heart Hero Awards 2022. The annual awards ceremony returns for a fifth year on Thursday...
Steve Liddiard, from Swansea has won the prestigious Historic Photographer of the year competition with his photograph of a ruinous wool mill in the Welsh countryside....
Three men from Swansea who have already been convicted of drug trafficking and robbery offences, have had more than £6million worth of assets – including a...
A low-cost heated seat cover that can keep vulnerable older adults warm at the touch of a button is being put to the test using Swansea...
A popular city centre restaurant in Swansea has been fined for failing to dispose of its commercial waste properly. Bosses at Las Iguana’s in the Castle...
Many pensioners in Swansea are still missing out on extra money they are entitled to, the council has claimed. Swansea Council is urging people aged 66...
Ty-Nant Spring Water has stuck gold at the Welsh manufacturing awards ceremony. The awards sponsored by Sony UK and organised by Make UK, the manufacturers’ organisation,...
A father with limited arm and hand movements after a brain injury is once more playing video games with his children thanks to the care and...
Bridgend County Borough Council has confirmed that funding has been approved to transform a derelict former industrial site in Maesteg and make it suitable for mixed-use...
Industrial action is set to hit rail passengers once again this Saturday (26 November), with rail bosses advising rugby fans set to attend the Wales v...
Liberal Democrat Lords Spokesperson for Wales and former Welsh Assembly Member for North Wales, Baroness Christine Humphreys has introduced a new Bill which would give Wales the...
A museum and culture expert has recommended Neath Port Talbot Council should retain Cefn Coed Colliery Museum and make it a visitor attraction and gateway to...
The organisers of a competition to find the UK’s ugliest dog have called for more submissions claiming initial entries are far too cute. Early entries include...
Martin Nicholls, who has been Swansea Council’s interim chief executive since May this year, has been appointed its permanent Chief Executive. The decision to appoint Mr...
Community groups from around Morriston are set to take part in a Victorian-themed Christmas event this weekend. They include Morriston Primary School, the 20th Swansea (1st...
A resident of Hillside Care Home in Goodwick has celebrated a remarkable 108th birthday. Ivy Skeate’s birthday fell on 1st November and Ivy celebrated with tea and cake...
A 10-year-old girl from Swansea who has grown-up welcoming children into her family home has won a top national award. Since before she was born Emilia...
A Gorseinon GP has warned that antibiotics may not be the answer in combatting seasonal illnesses after seeing an increase in patients requesting medication. Swansea Bay...
Dyfed Powys Police have launched an appeal to identify a man seen in CCTV footage after a robbery at the Premier Shop on Cwmamman Road in...
In its most daring campaign yet, Aldi has today revealed a brand-new ‘Aldi Originals’ range. Featuring hoodies, joggers and even stylish trainers, the sportswear-inspired range will...
South Wales Police have charged a 48 year-old man after raiding a property on Waun Fach Terrace in Nantymoel, where they uncovered a cannabis factory. Police...
South Wales Police have announced that specialist police will be patrolling Swansea’s Wind Street during the Christmas period to “provide reassurance to revellers”. The force say...
A popular Swansea city service has announced a programme of pre-Christmas events to help people handle their cost of living concerns. The Switched On energy awareness...
Pontarddulais RFC has received a £1,000 donation from Persimmon Homes which will support the club’s U10 and U11 teams in the coming months and with fundraising...
The song Yma o Hyd has become an anthem for the Welsh Football team and in a way a second anthem for Wales. Mentrau Iaith have worked with...
Swansea Council has announced that it is once again backing a national campaign to tackle male violence against women. White Ribbon Day takes place on Friday...
Swansea’s spectacular Christmas Parade saw thousands line the streets to watch Santa and a whole host of floats and entertainment as they made their way through...
Carmarthenshire Council have announced that its changes to recycling and black bag collections will start from Monday 23 January 2023. The changes mean that black bag...
Can’t watch the Wales v England World Cup football game? No problem. From ‘back of the net’ to ‘back of the boxes,’ Deliveroo has announced it...
Free Wi-Fi is now available in town centres across Bridgend County Borough the council have announced, with the aim of increasing connectivity among residents, businesses and...
Bridgend County Borough Council has welcomed comments from Minister for Climate Change Julie James confirming that Welsh Government has approved its business case to address failed...
At a time when energy bills continue to soar and households across the UK are struggling to keep their heads above water, many will be concerned...
Young musicians in Pembrokeshire recently enjoyed a day rehearsing music with professional musicians from the Band of the Welsh Guards, before performing alongside them in a...
Primary school pupils have been given a unique opportunity to use creative engineering tools to learn about marine conservation as part of a project involving Swansea...
A joiner has given a relieved thumbs up to the Swansea Bay surgeon whose skill has enabled him to do just that after he cut it...
A little boy who was so concerned about his father’s behaviour towards his mother took the brave move in calling police to report him. The child,...
Dyfed Powys Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak with in connection with an assault in Carmarthen. Police say the allegation...
The Oxford English Dictionary’s definition of a maverick encompasses all that Rugby’s Greatest Mavericks has to offer, as the author of the bestselling Hard Men of Rugby gives us the thrilling...
250 female pupils from schools across southwest Wales have been offered taster sessions in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) subjects as part of University of...
Wales & West Utilities have announced that they will shortly begin work to upgrade gas pipes in Llandeilo. The utilities company say they have liaised with...
As the cost-of-living crisis continues to affect families, schools across Wales are playing a vital role in supporting their local communities says Welsh Government Minister for...
With unpredictable energy prices and rising interest rates, new reports confirm the UK is on the brink of its longest ever recession, but is the public...
Independent accountancy firm, Bevan Buckland LLP, has promoted six accountants and re-shaped its management team as part of ambitious growth plans and to strengthen its position...
Households across Wales can collect their tree, free of charge, from tomorrow as part of an ambitious Welsh Government giveaway to tackle the climate and nature...
Two young hospitality professionals representing Wales in the prestigious global final of the World Young Chef Young Waiter (YCYW) competition have become world champions, after gaining national titles...
Pembrokeshire’s Folly Farm is on a conservation mission, and its newest arrivals are as important as they are adorable In an effort to protect Wales’ declining...
A new study has named Swansea the cheapest UK city for learning to drive – with driving lessons costing an average of £23.50 per hour! Motoring...
Dyfed Powys Police are appealing for help in identifying two men who stole over £500 of alcohol from Tesco in Trostre, Llanelli. The theft, which took...
Remembering to bring loose change to pay for your parking is no longer a burden, as visitors to the towns and villages of Carmarthenshire, who wish...
As the UK marks the 23rd anniversary of the ban on the use and sale of asbestos (Thursday 24 November), the family of a contractor from...
Increasing pressure on household budgets has led to a sharp rise in the number of shoppers looking for yellow sticker deals, in a trend that is also...
The York Palace in Stepney Street has been awarded a platinum rating by ‘Loo of the Year Awards’ inspectors. The awards are aimed at highlighting and...
A dog who was famous for saving 27 people from drowning lives again in a new book by two lifelong Swansea friends. Swansea Jack was a...
Tonna Male Voice Choir surprised those travelling by rail on Wednesday (16 November) by singing the Welsh national anthem on a few routes in Wales in...
Llanelli-born MP for Swindon South, Robert Buckland has become the first man to be knighted by King Charles III since he became the country’s monarch. Sir...
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) and Cerebra Innovation Centre will host families who need a quiet space to watch Swansea’s Christmas Parade at the University’s Dylan Thomas...
Many working parents or carers in Swansea are not claiming money they are entitled to towards the cost of childcare the council have warned. Swansea Council...
Coca-Cola is recalling a limited number of Coca-Cola Zero Sugar multipacks with Christmas cardboard because some packs have been wrongly boxed and may contain Coca-Cola Original...
Shoppers heading into Swansea city centre this Christmas can travel on buses for free every Saturday and Sunday during November and December. Swansea Council has confirmed...
