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School closure Welsh language complaint being investigated
No final decisions have been made about the school as yet
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Opening date confirmed for new B&Q store in Welsh town
The DIY chain has had a presence in Carmarthen for years, but now it is moving its store a mile up the road
The rare colourful species thriving in one part of Wales
Landowners have given rare brown hairstreak butterflies a major boost by protecting hedgerows from annual flailing in Carmarthenshire's Tywi valley
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Man accused of trying to kill former partner in town park
James McKenna, 57, has been charged with attempted murder, possession of a bladed article in a public place, and stalking following an incident in Carmarthen Park
Nine places in Wales getting a share of £180m
It's part of a UK Government scheme
Carmarthen man to appear in court charged with attempted murder
Dyfed‑Powys Police say James Mckenna, 57, from Carmarthen, has been charged with attempted murder, possession of a bladed article in a public place, and stalking. The post Carmarthen man to appear in court charged with attempted murder appeared first on Swansea Bay News....
Man charged with attempted murder and woman in hospital
A 57-year-old man from Carmarthen will appear at Llanelli Magistrates Court on Thursday
Overtaking ban and 10mph speed limit coming to key Welsh road
The Welsh Government has confirmed that sections of the A477 in West Wales will be subject to traffic restrictions at different times over the next 18 months
Homeowners urged to do one 'quick' test to avoid 'common' washing machine problem
Homeowners are being urged to remember a "quick" test that can help loose change and other small items stay out of the washing machine filter.
New fuel price rules could help drivers pay less at the pumps
UK drivers could soon find it easier to save money on petrol and diesel, thanks to new rules forcing fuel retailers to publish price changes in near real time.
Man claimed his email had been hacked when caught with child sex abuse images
Ryan Beale, now 23, of Ystalyfera, claimed his email had been hacked when police caught him with child sex abuse and bestiality images
Parents issued fresh warning as Nestle extends recall of baby formula due to toxin
Nestle has apologised to its customers and stated that the issue originated from an ingredient supplied by a leading supplier
Wales' 'side hustle capital' named as Ammanford in study
Ammanford has been named as the 'side hustle capital of Wales.'
Plans to add disabled parking bays to local carparks in council proposal
Carmarthenshire County Council has announced plans to add disabled parking spaces, reducing others, under a 2026 proposal
Carmarthenshire council rents set for hefty increase in 2026
RENT for thousands of council house tenants in Carmarthenshire will rise by an average of 4.3% in April
Drinkers will be left counting the cost as HMRC duty hikes hit wine, spirits and beer
Drinkers may notice notice higher prices on some of their favourite tipples this month, after an increase in alcohol duty came into force on February 1, but there is a way round it.
Incident closes lane on key A-road as emergency services rush to scene
A lane was closed on A465 near Pontardawe following a police incident
RECAP - Emergency as lane closes on A-road due to incident
There are reports of a lane closure on the A465 northbound in Pontardawe.
How high can a garden fence between neighbours be in the UK? The rules explained
There is a limit as to how tall a garden fence can be in the UK that homeowners should be aware of.
School's glowing inspection report after 'great uncertainty'
Outdoor activities were said to be a big strength but the school building at Ysgol Heol Goffa was deemed not fit for purpose in several areas