Champion for social care calls for urgent action to combat staffing crisis affecting Carmarthenshire care homes
A SOCIAL care champion has called for urgent action to combat the staffing crisis affecting care homes across Carmarthenshire. Mary Wimbury, the chief executive of Care Forum Wales, says one of the main reasons for the shortage is underfunding of…
Red Kite Race organisers raise over £6K for Chemotherapy Unit at Bronglais Hospital
ORGANISERS of the Red Kite Race have raised over £6,000 for the Chemotherapy Day Unit and Ystwyth Ward at Bronglais Hospital. The Red Kite Race is an annual trail running and walking event, held in and around Devil’s Bridge,…
First Minister accused by Plaid of patronising the agricultural sector
PLAID Cymru have urged Labour to listen to farmers and ensure a just transition. Responding to the First Minister’s comments, Plaid Cymru spokesperson for Rural Affairs, Llyr Gruffydd MS said: “The First Minister’s comments show yet again how out of…
YesCymru announce new director for Mid and West Wales
YesCymru have announced a new director for Mid and West Wales, including Carmarthenshire. The organisation issued this announcement today: A dedicated campaigner has been elected to the board of a pro-independence group. Jim Dunckley has become a YesCymru Director for…
Officers of Trading Standards for Neath and Port Talbot target rogue traders
OFFICERS of Neath Port Talbot Council’s Trading Standards, Waste Enforcement and Licensing departments have stopped and spoken to a total of 65 traders as part of a joint operation against rogue traders. Partner organisations included South Wales Police, Dyfed Powys…
Gogglebocs Cymru stars getting used to new found fame
A RETIRED engineer and his two brothers are getting used to being asked for selfies after becoming reality TV stars. Huw Williams, 63, travels every week from his home in Mynydd Isa in Flintshire to his home village of Brynaman,…
Local community comes together to support gardens Appeal
THE local community is coming together to support the Prince Philip Hospital Gardens Appeal. Businesses, clubs and organisations across the Felinfoel and Dafen areas in Llanelli are joining in the effort to raise £100,000 to create new therapeutic gardens…
Golf Day in aid of Prince Philip Hospital Gardens Appeal
CALLING all golfers! You can show your support for the Prince Philip Hospital Gardens Appeal this spring by taking part in a fun charity golf day. The Estates Compliance Team at Prince Philip Hospital has organised a charity golf…
Generous donations allow charity to purchase new furniture and appliances for Cligerran Ward at Glangwili Hospital
THANKS to donations, Hywel Dda Health Charities, the official charity of Hywel Dda University Health Board, has been able to purchase over £8,000 worth of furniture and appliances for Cilgerran Ward at Glangwili Hospital. Four new TVs have been…
Team Evans to take on Llanelli 10k
Team Evans is taking on the Llanelli 10k to raise funds for Ty Bryngwyn Hospice at Prince Philip Hospital. Taking place on 25th Feburary 2024, the Llanelli 10k & Half Marathon offers a scenic run along the beautiful Millennium…