Bus Strike Action to Disrupt Routes Across South and West Wales
Bus services across South and West Wales are set for major disruption after Unite the Union confirmed strike action will go ahead over an ongoing pay dispute with First Cymru. The union announced industrial action will take place between 30…
Carmarthenshire to receive £20m Pride of Place funding for regeneration
A major £20 million regeneration package for Carmarthenshire, delivered by Llanelli’s MP Nia Griffith, has been welcomed by Labour councillors as “fairness in action” — but Plaid Cymru leaders have questioned the UK Government’s Pride of Place scheme. The funding,…
Pontyates Farmer Loses 272 Sheep in Devastating Floods
Farmer Kiyan Freedom has lost 272 of his sheep after devastating floods swept through farmland in the Gwendraeth Fawr River in Pontyates Carmarthenshire a few days ago. For him, it is not just the loss of livestock, but of his…
Poor Speed Limit Signage in Pontyates causing frustration for motorists
On most roads around Carmarthenshire, you will find clear signage for the enforced speed limit, ensuring that motorists are well aware of their speed. However, in Pontyates, it seems that motorists are having to flip a coin as to which…
Almost £1 million invested in community facilities across Carmarthenshire
With the long winter nights drawing in, it is more important than ever to bring people together and spread some Christmas cheer. The UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund Sustainable Communities programme has awarded funding to several projects to develop their…
Investment of over £500,000 to sustain and enhance sports facilities in Carmarthenshire
As the new sporting season kicks off, improvements to sporting facilities in the County, funded by the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund [UKSPF], will provide a boost to many teams. One of the largest improvements will be the development…
Local play ‘God’s Official’ to raise funds for Mind Mental Health Charity
After the success of the Christmas Panto Pinoccho, KAMPS (Kidwelly And Mynyddygarreg Performance Society) is putting on something a little different: God’s Official God’s Official is an energetic three-man comedy play in which two disgruntled football fans kidnap the referee…