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Residents of small Carmarthenshire village to have say on new substation plans

Residents from Llandyfaelog and surrounding areas are being asked for their views on plans for a large new electricity substation. The post Residents of small Carmarthenshire village to have say on new substation plans appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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People will soon have to pay at these council car parks which up until now have been free

Thousands signed a petition against the move, but the council has said the charges will make the system fairer and offset costs of running the car parks

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Heavy goods vehicles caught flouting ban on Severn Bridge

Weight restrictions on the Severn Bridge have come under scrutiny after pictures were taken of Heavy Goods Vehicles flouting restriction.

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Carmarthenshire women given British Empire Medal for services

Carmarthenshire women have been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) for their service to business and conservation.

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Club secretary honoured for grassroots football contribution

An Amman Valley football club secretary was recognised by the league for his contribution to grassroots football.

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Disabled children in Wales ‘denied’ school support

Disabled children in Wales have been refused additional support in Welsh schools due to claims their needs can be met through so-called universal provision.

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Delays over decision on building new school labelled 'a kick in the teeth'

The cost of replacing Ysgol Heol Goffa will go into the millions but there is anger over delays in making a decision on the huge project

South Wales Guardian | News

Public events planned on future of nine healthcare services

There are potential changes to be made in how services are delivered by Hywel Dda University Health Board.

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'Spying' warning to anyone with a smart air fryer, coffee machine or doorbell

Air fryers, coffee machines and doorbells connected to your phone could be gathering “too much” of your personal information for "targeted advertising", the ICO has warned.

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Aldi says 'sorry' as it discontinues 'addictive' crisps described as 'the best ever'

Aldi has confirmed its Specially Selected Prawn Cocktail Hand Cooked Crisps have been discontinued.

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'Do not eat': Pies sold at Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's and more recalled

An FSA spokesman said: “If you have bought any of the above products, please do not eat them beyond their intended Use-by date"

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Body found near river at North Dock

Dyfed-Powys Police have launched an appeal for information after the body of a man was discovered near the river at North Dock in Llanelli

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Dock closed in Carmarthenshire town due to emergency incident - RECAP

North Dock in Llanelli is currently closed due to an emergency incident.

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Carmarthen nurse bowled over with MBE honour

Anwen Butten, Head and Neck Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist at Glangwili Hospital has been awarded a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours. The post Carmarthen nurse bowled over with MBE honour appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Nurse awarded MBE in King’s Birthday Honours due to ‘truly inspiring’ work

A cancer nurse was awarded an MBE in the 2025 King's Birthday Honours

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Parade held at Amman Valley Fire Station to celebrate ‘proud milestone’

A parade was held at Amman Valley Fire Station to mark the achievements of the latest group of Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service Fire Cadets

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Amman Valley rugby legend to cycle 100 kilometres in air ambulance fundraiser

Shane Williams MBE will cycle 100 kilometres from Cardiff to Llanelli as part of a fundraiser for Wales Air Ambulance

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Sainsbury’s shoppers urged to lock Nectar card points to avoid being stolen

How to lock Nectar card points on the app to stop them from being stolen, as experts issue a warning to Sainsbury’s customers

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Rats seen in town after bins left ‘overflowing’ near former nightclub

Rats were spotted by locals in Pontardawe due to 'overflowing’ bins near Kittys

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Three community projects receive £185,000 in funding

Three Amman Valley community projects have secured more than £185,000 in funding.