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Llanelli school warns pupils could face expulsion over abusive TikTok posts A Llanelli secondary school has warned pupils they could face permanent exclusion after a series of abusive TikTok posts using images taken inside the school caused “significant distress”.

A Llanelli school has warned pupils they could face permanent exclusion after abusive TikTok posts targeting staff and students.

The account has now deleted its videos but left a message saying it will “come back”.

Full story 👇

14.03.2026 15:11 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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STRADEY PARK HOTEL SAGA DEEPENS: High Court winding-up petition filed against firm linked to Llanelli landmark The crisis surrounding Llanelli’s closed Stradey Park Hotel has taken another dramatic twist after a High Court winding-up petition was filed against a company historically linked to the site.

A new twist in the Stradey Park Hotel saga.

A High Court winding-up petition has been filed against a company linked to the Llanelli landmark following its sudden closure earlier this month.

What it could mean for the future of the hotel 👇

14.03.2026 14:32 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Wrexham defeat dents Swans play-off push Wrexham strengthened their hold on a place in the EFL Championship's top-six placings with a 2-0 victory over Swansea City at Stok Cae Ras last night.

Wrexham defeat dents Swans play-off push

Wrexham strengthened their hold on a place in the EFL Championship's top-six placings with a 2-0 victory over Swansea City at Stok Cae Ras last night.

14.03.2026 11:01 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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RAILWAY HISTORY ROLLS INTO SWANSEA: Unique exhibition train to arrive in city this spring A one-of-a-kind exhibition train celebrating 200 years of railway history is heading to Swansea – giving visitors the chance to step aboard and explore the past, present and future of rail travel.

🚆 A unique exhibition train celebrating 200 years of railway history is coming to Swansea.

The “Inspiration” train will stop at Swansea station for three days — packed with interactive displays and rare artefacts.

📅 Here’s when you can visit 👇

13.03.2026 21:16 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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THE SUPERMARKET MATHS TRICK: GCSE skill that could stop shoppers falling for fake deals A maths expert says a simple GCSE trick could help shoppers see through confusing supermarket offers – and avoid being caught out by “clever marketing”.

A simple GCSE maths trick could help shoppers avoid falling for confusing supermarket deals. One teacher says learning to calculate percentages in your head can quickly reveal whether a “saving” is real or just clever marketing.
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13.03.2026 20:54 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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‘BE STRAIGHT WITH FANS’: Swansea MP challenges WRU bosses in crisis talks over Ospreys future Torsten Bell has urged rugby chiefs to “reset their plans and be straight with fans” after confronting the Welsh Rugby Union over claims its proposals could spell the end of the Ospreys as a professional region.

The row over the future of the Ospreys has intensified. Swansea West MP Torsten Bell has confronted the Welsh Rugby Union and demanded bosses “be straight with fans”.
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13.03.2026 20:08 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
WRU HITS BACK: Rugby chiefs say Swansea Council notes ‘not accurate’ after Ospreys meeting row explodes Rugby chiefs have fired back at Swansea Council after the authority released controversial notes from a private meeting about the future of the Ospreys – claiming the document is “not an accurate reflection” of what was said.

The row over the future of the Ospreys has escalated again. The Welsh Rugby Union has hit back after Swansea Council published controversial notes from a private meeting.
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13.03.2026 17:26 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Neath Port Talbot library service crowned best in Wales Neath Port Talbot has been named the best library service in Wales, beating competition from across the country in a major UK‑wide awards scheme celebrating the libraries that make the biggest difference to their communities.

Neath Port Talbot has been named the best library service in Wales after judges praised its children’s BookFest and community outreach. It now goes up against the UK and Ireland for the overall Library of the Year title.

13.03.2026 16:36 👍 5 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Morriston man jailed after police uncover thousands of child abuse images A Morriston man has been jailed after detectives uncovered more than 3,000 illegal images and videos of children and animals on his devices.

A Morriston man who denied everything has been jailed after detectives uncovered more than 3,000 indecent images of children and animals on his devices. The investigation revealed the true scale of his offending.

13.03.2026 15:34 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Llanelli teen invited to Parliament after years of agony from ‘invisible’ illness A brave Llanelli schoolgirl who spent years in crippling pain has been invited to Parliament to help bust the myth that arthritis is “just an old person’s disease”.

A Llanelli teen who spent years in agony from an “invisible” illness has taken her fight to Parliament. Olivia, 15, is helping bust the myth that arthritis only affects older people — and her story is powerful.

13.03.2026 15:18 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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The Swansea stage that made Catherine Zeta‑Jones: Theatre company marks 125 years of star‑making magic A newly uncovered set of archive photos has revealed the extraordinary celebrity heritage of Swansea’s oldest musical theatre company — the very stage where a young Catherine Zeta‑Jones and West End powerhouse Ria Jones first learned to shine.

125 years of SAOS — and yes, the archive includes a young Catherine Zeta‑Jones. Explore the photos and stories behind Swansea’s oldest theatre company.

13.03.2026 14:51 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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RESIGN NOW! Council leader calls for WRU boss to quit as ‘duplicitous’ plot exposed The leader of Swansea Council has called for the immediate resignation of WRU Chief Executive Abi Tierney, accusing her of "duplicitous" actions and "misleading" the public.

RESIGN NOW! 🚨 Swansea Council Leader Rob Stewart has called for WRU boss Abi Tierney to quit IMMEDIATELY. He has accused the union of "duplicitous" actions and "misleading" the public over the future of the Ospreys.

Read the full explosive statement:

13.03.2026 12:02 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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‘SMOKING GUN’ MINUTES: Council publishes secret notes as Ospreys death date revealed An explosive set of secret meeting minutes has revealed the exact date the Ospreys are set to be "wiped out" as a regional rugby team.

THE 'SMOKING GUN' 🚨 Swansea Council has published secret minutes proving the WRU plans to AXE the Ospreys by 2027! The notes reveal a shock plan to shut down the regional team despite union bosses claiming "no decision" had been made.

Read the full explosive report:

13.03.2026 11:51 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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AMMANFORD: Town named among Wales’ top spots for Mother’s Day celebrations Ammanford and Carmarthen have emerged as some of the most dedicated places in Wales for celebrating Mother's Day, according to new data.

MOTHER'S DAY CAPITALS? 💐 New data has revealed that Ammanford and Carmarthen are among the top spots in Wales for celebrating Mother's Day! With the big day this Sunday, residents in both towns are topping the charts for gift and celebration searches.

See where your town ranked:

13.03.2026 11:14 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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SWANSEA: City’s university joins £65m national mission to overhaul UK nuclear power Swansea University has been selected to join a major £65.6 million national research programme aimed at delivering a "golden age" of nuclear energy in the UK.

NATIONAL MISSION ☢️ Swansea University has joined a major £65.6m UK government drive to revolutionise nuclear power! Working with Imperial College and others, Swansea experts will develop high-tech digital tools and reactor designs to secure Britain's energy future.

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13.03.2026 10:50 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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EXCLUSIVE: £130k permanent Covid memorial to be created on seafront A permanent memorial dedicated to everyone in Swansea affected by the Covid-19 pandemic is set to be created on the city's promenade.

EXCLUSIVE: A permanent £130k memorial to those affected by Covid is coming to the Swansea seafront. 🦋 The stunning artwork, featuring peacock butterfly designs, will be a quiet space for reflection overlooking the bay.

See the first images here:

13.03.2026 09:35 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0
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PORT TALBOT: Drug-driver jailed after killing much-loved ex-council leader A drug-driver has been jailed for four years after knocking down and killing a much-loved former council leader as he walked to church.

A drug-driver has been jailed for four years after killing much-loved ex-council leader Noel Crowley. The 85-year-old CBE holder, described as the "man who kept our world turning," was struck while walking to church in Port Talbot.

13.03.2026 09:04 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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PORTHCAWL: £1.3m project to transform car park into vibrant public space to begin Work to transform the Hillsboro South car park in Porthcawl into a vibrant new public space is set to begin soon as part of a £1.3 million public realm improvement scheme.

£1.3M TRANSFORMATION FOR PORTHCAWL 🏗️ A key Porthcawl car park is closing on 20 March as work begins to turn it into a vibrant new public space with pop-up shops, an event area, and improved cycle links. Read the full story:

12.03.2026 16:30 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
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MORRISTON: Salon owner from travelling community named national beauty finalist A Morriston salon owner who is proud of her travelling community roots is celebrating after being named a finalist in the prestigious UK Hair and Beauty Awards.

🏆 A Morriston salon owner who is proud of her travelling community roots is celebrating after being named a finalist in the prestigious UK Hair and Beauty Awards.

Tammy Cawley, who owns Beauty Haven, has been shortlisted just 11 months after opening her business.

12.03.2026 15:38 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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WRU: Professional rugby boss quits days before crunch EGM vote THE BOSS of Welsh professional rugby is set to leave his role with “issues unresolved” just days before a crunch vote of no confidence was due to be held in his leadership.

TURMOIL AT THE TOP 🏉
The boss of Welsh professional rugby is leaving his role with “issues unresolved” just days before a crunch vote of no confidence was due to be held in his leadership.

His departure comes as the WRU faces a legal challenge over plans to cut one of the four pro teams.

12.03.2026 13:53 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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CARMARTHEN: Renewed calls for £775m Aberystwyth rail link in major new transport report FRESH calls have been made to reinstate the Aberystwyth to Carmarthen railway as part of a major new report demanding billions of pounds in transport spending to get the Welsh economy “back on track”.

FRESH CALLS FOR £775M RAIL LINK 🚂 A major new report is backing the reinstatement of the Aberystwyth to Carmarthen railway, arguing the social benefits would far outweigh the economic costs. The report also calls for billions more in transport spending for Wales.

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12.03.2026 13:26 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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HYWEL DDA: Health board pays out after patient left with ‘significant sight impairment’ following ‘serious failings’ HYWEL Dda University Health Board has unreservedly apologised and agreed to a £4,800 payout after a patient who was already blind in one eye was left with significant sight loss in the other due to “serious failings” in her care.

🏥 Hywel Dda University Health Board has been ordered to pay £4,800 to a patient who was left with significant sight loss after a series of failures in her eye care.

A damning report found she was “lost to follow-up” for seven years and had 11 appointments cancelled.

12.03.2026 12:57 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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SWANSEA: City firm lands £8m to become world leader in deep-sea wind power A SWANSEA company developing pioneering technology for deep-water wind farms has secured an £8 million investment from the Welsh Government.

SWANSEA FIRM LANDS £8M BOOST 💨
A Swansea company developing world-leading technology for deep-sea wind farms has secured an £8 million investment from the Welsh Government.

12.03.2026 10:48 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Welsh Water told to pay £45m in fines for ‘unacceptable’ sewage failures WELSH Water is to pay out a £44.7 million enforcement package after a watchdog found “serious and unacceptable breaches” in how it has operated its sewage works, leading to excessive spills into the environment.

WELSH WATER TO PAY OUT £45M
Welsh Water has apologised for “serious and unacceptable breaches” in how it runs its sewage works. Regulator Ofwat has ordered a £44.7m enforcement package to tackle excessive spills and improve river quality.

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12.03.2026 10:28 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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CARMARTHENSHIRE: Row over plans to fix notorious A48 accident blackspot PLANS to build a new roundabout on one of Wales' most dangerous roads have been criticised by a local candidate, who warns the scheme will cause "years of disruption" while failing to solve the route's long-term safety crisis.

ROW OVER NOTORIOUS A48 FIX 🚗 Plans for a new roundabout on the A48 at Nantycaws have been criticised by a local Senedd candidate, who warns it will cause "years of disruption" without solving the safety crisis.

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12.03.2026 09:51 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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SWANSEA: Free buses return for Easter holidays to help families save cash Swansea Council has announced its popular free bus offer will return for eight days over the Easter school holidays, helping families save money on travel.

FREE EASTER TRAVEL CONFIRMED 🚌 Swansea Council’s free bus offer is back for eight days over the Easter holidays. The move is aimed at helping families save cash on travel and enjoy what the city has to offer.

Read the full story and see the dates here:

12.03.2026 09:16 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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MILFORD HAVEN: £50m hydrogen green energy ‘revolution’ to create 70 local jobs A massive £50 million green hydrogen project is set to transform Milford Haven into a clean energy powerhouse, creating up to 70 new jobs for the region, developers say.

PEMBROKESHIRE HYDROGEN FACILITY CONFIRMED 🔋 A massive £50 million green hydrogen project is set to transform Milford Haven into what is being described as a "clean energy powerhouse". Construction is expected to kick off this year, creating 60 jobs during the build and 10 permanent roles.

11.03.2026 16:39 👍 3 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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SWANSEA: Local football gets £750,000 boost for new facilities A massive £750,000 investment is set to transform local football in Swansea, with new changing facilities planned for three popular sports sites across the city.

HUGE NEWS for Swansea football! ⚽️ A £750,000 boost is coming to Trallwn Fields, Cwm Level & Ynystawe Park for new changing facilities. Get ready for more inclusive and attractive grassroots sport!

11.03.2026 16:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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PORTHCAWL: ‘Agitated’ drug dealer caught with knife and cocaine jailed A Porthcawl man has been jailed for two-and-a-half years after police caught him with a dangerous haul of cocaine, cannabis and ketamine – and a large kitchen knife hidden in his pocket.

JAILED! 🚨 Porthcawl drug dealer Connor Wing, 21, is behind bars after police found him with a stash of cocaine, cannabis, ketamine AND a kitchen knife! Read the full story here:

11.03.2026 15:21 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
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LLANELLI: Teen star James Lester gets shock international call-up A 19-year-old Llanelli Town AFC defender is set to represent his country on the international stage after receiving a surprise call-up to the Trinidad & Tobago Senior Men’s National Team.

HUGE CONGRATS to our 19-year-old defender James Lester on his call-up to the Trinidad & Tobago Senior Men’s National Team! 🇹🇹⚽️ He’s off to face Bolivia! Everyone at Llanelli Town AFC is incredibly proud!

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