New life changing research opportunities for patients in west Wales
A brand-new clinical research centre has opened at Carmarthen’s Glangwili Hospital, providing access to new research opportunities to patients in west Wales. This new dedicated space will reduce the pressures on other departments within the hospital and makes Carmarthenshire a…
Report on dental provision in Mid and West Wales handed in to Welsh Government
A report on dental provision throughout Mid & West Wales has been handed into the Welsh Government, detailing problems in accessing dentistry throughout the region. The report, drawn up by Welsh Liberal Democrat Senedd Member for the region Jane Dodds…
Teenager sentenced for dangerous driving following high speed police chase through Haverfordwest
A 17-YEAR-OLD disqualified driver who sped away from police, leading to a chase through a busy town, has been handed a suspended sentence and banned from driving for three years. Jerry Harty was sentenced at Swansea Crown Court on Friday,…
Aberystwyth Town FC celebrate explosion of women’s and girls’ football ahead of National Lottery Football Weekends
Aberystwyth Town FC’s Head of Coaching Gavin Allen has revealed that opportunities for women and girls at the club have “exploded.” It is an example, he says, of how the community has benefited from the club’s vital National Lottery funding,…
Teenage girls arrested after car crashes through window of Gorseinon optician
A car ended up inside the shop of a Gorseinon optician on Friday evening. It is believed that two teenage girls were in the vehicle at the time. The girls 15 and 16 have been arrested on suspicion of aggravated…
Week of action targets criminals and educates communities to spot the signs
Dyfed-Powys Police marked County Lines Intensification Week (7-13 March) by nipping a fledgling drug operation in the bud, freeing a child from potential exploitation and educating 2,500 people about county lines. Officers took part in operations across the force area…
Calls for Welsh Government Support for Those Off Gas Grid in Mid & West Wales
Calls have been made in the Senedd for the Welsh Government to provide further support for those off the mains gas network. Jane Dodds, the Welsh Liberal Democrat Senedd Member for Mid & West Wales questioned the Minister for Social…
New road ban takes drink-driver’s total to over 12 years
A DRINK-DRIVER has been handed another road ban after being caught driving under the influence for the fourth time since 2004. David Richards, aged 67, of Rhos y Garth, Llanilar, was given a three year and three month ban at…
Fire service launches Spring Safety Campaign
This month is the launch of Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service’s Spring Safety campaign. The Spring months traditionally come with warmer weather and with the evenings getting increasingly lighter, we can start to enjoy the outdoors more….
Age Cymru seeks carers over 50 for interviews
Age Cymru’s Carers Project are conducting 1-2-1 interviews with carers over the age of 50. The aim of these is to listen to their experiences, offer advice when necessary, and ensure that they know their rights as carers. It is hoped that people…