Ystalyfera

Swansea Valley voice actor receives triple nomination at national awards

An Ystalyfera voice actor has received three nominations at a UK-wide awards ceremony for his performances in TV commercials, video…

Ystalyfera tennis courts officially reopen after major upgrade

The tennis courts at Parc-y-Darren in Ystalyfera have officially reopened after a £130,000 upgrade.

Claims that ‘Swansea Valley forgotten again’ as area missed out of Welsh Government transport grant announcement

The Welsh Government has been criticised for overlooking the Swansea Valley in its latest £110 million transport funding announcement.

Swansea Valley quarry secures future with £1.4m funding

A Pennant Sandstone quarry that has provided stone for major construction projects like Swansea's Arena and Cardiff's Senedd building has…

Two Albanian illegal immigrants jailed for cannabis farm at empty Ystalyfera homes

Two Albanian men in the country illegally have been jailed after setting up a cannabis farm in two empty properties…

Lib Dems beat Labour in former Welsh mining heartlands

The Lib Dems beat Labour into fourth place in a county council by-election in Cwmllynfell & Ystalyfera, Neath Port Talbot.

Cat’s leg amputated following air gun attack which shattered hip

An appeal has been launched after a much-loved pet cat was shot with an air gun in Ystalyfera.

Police raid Cannabis farm at Ystalyfera property

Police have arrested a 20-year-old man at a property in Ystalyfera after discovering a cannabis growing operation.

Tributes paid after death of Rhos councillor

Tributes have been paid following news of the death of Cllr Marcia Spooner on Sunday (29 October).

Ystalyfera volunteer wins award at national ceremony for efforts to improve local paths and walkways

Ystradgynlais volunteer, Karen Harris has won an award for her dedication to improving access and improving footpaths in her local…