Llanelli journalist sets record straight on Stradey Park Hotel funds
A well-respected journalist from Llanelli claims he has been targeted by far right factions over his role as a spokesman for the Furnace Action Committee. Members of The Voice of Wales have alleged that Robert Lloyd, the former editor of…
Carmarthen Christmas Market thrives complete with, Motorcycling Santa, Buskers, Cinderella and Women’s Rights Campaigners
Dry mild weather made for a perfect shopping day in Carmarthen market on Saturday 16th Dec 23. Saxy Brass entertained shoppers with Christmas carols, several passers by stopping to bop along. Saxy Brass are available for public hire on 07973…
Pinocchio Panto pulls in the crowds at Mynyddygarreg Hall
A well attended second night of a Pinocchio pantomime performed by KAMPS showing over three days was enjoyed by a lively audience in Mynyddygarreg Hall on Saturday 16th Dec 23. For those who do not know the story; Toymaker Gepetto…
Owner of Llanelli cafe damaged in arson attack claims spate of similar attacks on businesses in Carmarthenshire could be linked
A business owner whose newly established cafe was burned down has expressed his shock and sadness at the loss of the local facility in Bynea. Ryan Hare and Steffan Griffiths are the owners of Hideaway Cafe, which was subjected to…
Robbery of Morrisons in Saltney prompts investigation by North Wales Police
NORTH Wales Police is investigating a robbery which took place at Morrisons fuel station, Saltney at 7am on Wednesday, 22nd November 2023. Two males wearing dark clothing and face coverings entered the fuel station kiosk and threatened a member of…
Police launch murder inquiry following death of man at property in Pontypridd
SOUTH Wales Police received a report just before 7.55pm last night, Sunday 17th December, that a 30-year-old man had been assaulted in a property on Princess Street, Treforest. His family has been informed and police cordons remain in place…
Quarrying set to continue at site in Powys unless holiday park plans are approved
QUARRYING will continue at a site between Newtown and Caersws – unless plans for a holiday park are given the green light by Powys planners – a planning agent has said. Earlier this month, Graham Grigg of GF Grigg quarry…
Alzheimer’s Society Cymru offers advice for coping during bereavement
CHRISTMAS can be a particularly difficult time for anyone struggling to cope after a loved one has died with dementia. In the lead up to Christmas, the charity Alzheimer’s Society Cymru offers some tips for coping and adjusting to life…
Donations help purchase head torches for community nurses across Carmarthenshire
THANKS to generous donations, Hywel Dda Health Charities, the official charity of Hywel Dda University Health Board, has purchased 300 head torches for community nurses across Carmarthenshire. Community nurses provide medical and nursing care to patients outside of traditional…
Man arrested in connection with armed robbery of LIDL supermarket, Merthyr Tydfil
A 54-year-old local man has been arrested in connection with an armed robbery at the Lidl supermarket in Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil. He was arrested this morning on suspicion of robbery and is in police custody. At around 5.15pm on Saturday,…