South Powys
Banking lifeline finally opens in Ystradgynlais after three‑year fight
Ystradgynlais finally has its own bank back — a permanent hub has opened on Commercial Street after years of locals…
£11k grant brings big screen to Coelbren
A former mining community in Coelbren is celebrating after securing more than £11,000 to launch a new community cinema at…
Kindle House aims to repeat Mary Portas success with 2025 Christmas Window
Kindle House in Ystradgynlais is preparing to unveil its 2025 Christmas Window — just a year after the independent store…
Ystradgynlais man jailed for decade of child sexual abuse
An Ystradgynlais man has been jailed after subjecting a young girl to almost a decade of sexual abuse.
Ystradgynlais man admits defrauding business partners in Carmarthen Spar deal
An Ystradgynlais man has admitted defrauding two potential business partners over the purchase of a shop in Carmarthen.
Ystradgynlais man found guilty of child sex offences and upskirting
A former Swansea University IT technician has been found guilty of multiple child sex offences, including voyeurism and upskirting, following…
Off-duty officer’s gut instinct leads to the arrest of suspected kidnappers
It’s said you’re never really off duty as an emergency service worker – and one South Wales Police officer proved…
Plaid Cymru unveil Brycheiniog Tawe Nedd candidates ahead of 2026 Senedd election
Plaid Cymru has confirmed its team of candidates for the new Brycheiniog Tawe Nedd Senedd constituency ahead of the 2026…
Tributes paid to Ystradgynlais grandfather who died in Coelbren cycle crash
The family of a grandfather whose “quiet strength and gentle humour were a constant source of support and warmth to…
Ystalyfera ‘determined paedophile’ jailed for ‘meticulously planned’ sex offences against young girls
A 60-year-old “determined paedophile” has been sentenced to six years and seven months in prison for sex offences against girls…