Crowds turn out to support Armed Forces Day Parade
VETERANS from the armed forces, serving members of the armed forces and cadets were present at the 40th Anniversary Commemoration of the Falklands War today, Saturday (June 24) in Llanelli. Civic dignitaries including Nia Griffith MP, The Vice Lord Lieutenant…
Plaid politicians concern as Carmarthenshire NHS continues under pressure
Plaid Cymru politicians have expressed concern as latest NHS waiting figures released this week shows that health service in Carmarthenshire remains under immense pressure. Across Wales, those waiting for hospital treatment have reached a record level, with figures published…
Police issue information for parking for those attending the funeral of Phil Bennett
The funeral service of Phil Bennett will take place tomorrow at Holy Trinity Church, Felinfoel, Llanelli. Due to the large numbers expected to attend to pay their respects, parking arrangements have been made to try and ease some of the…
Man who filmed rape on victim’s phone jailed for 10 years
A man who filmed himself raping a woman on his victim’s phone has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. Cameron Hassan, aged 31, of no fixed abode, attacked the woman, raping her as she slept in Ammanford on 21…
‘Conservative Transport Minister Must Do His Job’ says Jane Dodds
RESPONDING to ongoing rail strikes and the possibility of more to come, the Welsh Liberal Democrat Leader Jane Dodds has called on the UK Transport Minister Grant Shapps to “get around the negotiating table now and sort this out.” Jane…
Thousands of cataract patients being treated in mobile theatres
THE £1.4m ophthalmic hub featuring two theatres at the University Hospital of Wales are part of the Welsh Government’s ambitious plan to transform planned care in Wales and cut waiting times over the next four years. As the NHS and…
Labour Need to Get A Grip on Dental Crisis in West Wales Say Welsh Lib Dems
WEST Wales is facing a “dentist shortage crisis” as 21% of dentists in the Hywel Dda Health Board approach retirement, the Welsh Liberal Democrats have warned. The party says the situation, bad across all of Wales, is particularly acute in…
ITV Cymru Wales & Mencap Cymru launch new partnership to break down barriers for people with a learning disability
by Huw John ITV Cymru Wales and Mencap Cymru are pleased to have launched a brand-new partnership with the aim of helping to remove barriers to disabled people seeking to work in the TV and Broadcasting industry. By working together,…
70-year-old airlifted to hospital following road traffic collision in Newcastle EmlynPolice appeal for witnesses following
“Police are appealing for witnesses following a road traffic collision which occurred on College Street, Newcastle Emlyn just after 4pm on Monday 20th June. A black coloured Honda CRV vehicle collided with two people on the pedestrian crossing. A 70-year-old…
Free eye test offer as M&S opens Llanelli opticians
Marks & Spencer has opened the newest branch of its M&S Opticians service, located in the retailer’s popular Llanelli store. M&S Llanelli Parc Trostre will offer customers an expert opticians service, which includes a full eye health examination (OCT scan) for…