South West Wales to share in £214m Pride in Place investment for local projects Swansea, Neath Port Talbot and Carmarthenshire will each receive £20m, Bridgend £3m and Pembrokeshire £1.5m as part of the UK Government’s new Pride in Place programme.

Matthew Rhys to bring acclaimed Burton play to Swansea and Neath Port Talbot as part of Welsh stage return Emmy Award‑winning actor Matthew Rhys is set to return to the Welsh stage for the first time in more than two decades — with performances in Swansea and Richard Burton’s birthplace of…

Llanelli’s Minor Injuries Unit to become 12‑hour Urgent Care Treatment Centre – no return to 24‑hour service Hywel Dda University Health Board has confirmed that Llanelli’s Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) at Prince Philip Hospital will not return to a 24‑hour service, despite months of consultation and…

New images reveal plans for Milford Haven’s £multi‑million transport interchange Fresh designs have been released showing how Milford Haven railway station will be transformed into a modern public transport interchange, in a project described as a “once‑in‑a‑generation investment” for west Wales.

Hywel Dda to explore more than 100 new ideas for local health services Hywel Dda University Health Board says it will explore more than 100 new ideas for the future of nine key healthcare services, following a major public consultation.

Council warns public over ‘fake’ Porthcawl regeneration images Bridgend County Borough Council has urged residents to ignore a series of unofficial CGI images circulating online which claim to show how new housing could look in the Salt Lake and Porthcawl waterfront regeneration areas.

Two men in hospital and three arrested after disturbance on St Helen’s Road Two men are in hospital with stab wounds and three people have been arrested after a disturbance in Swansea late on Wednesday night.

Rugby legend Scott Quinnell discovers family secrets in S4C series Wales and British Lions great Scott Quinnell has embarked on an emotional journey into his family’s past in the latest episode of S4C’s award‑winning series Cyfrinachau’r Llyfrgell (Best Kept Secrets).

Two new councillors join Swansea Council Cabinet in reshuffle Two Swansea councillors have been appointed to the city’s Cabinet in the second job share of its kind at the authority.

Lloyds Bank to close Ammanford and Gorseinon branches in 2026 Two Lloyds Bank branches in South West Wales are set to close in 2026 as part of a fresh wave of closures announced by Lloyds Banking Group.

Llanelli mayor blasts WRU over Scarlets future as town rallies behind ‘Save Our Scarlets’ march Llanelli’s town mayor has launched a fierce attack on the Welsh Rugby Union’s proposed shake‑up of regional rugby, warning it threatens the very existence of the Scarlets.

AU Vodka ads banned after watchdog rules they broke alcohol marketing rules The UK’s advertising regulator has banned a series of social media promotions by Swansea‑based AU Vodka after finding they breached strict rules on alcohol advertising.

Ystradgynlais man jailed for decade of child sexual abuse An Ystradgynlais man has been jailed after subjecting a young girl to almost a decade of sexual abuse.

Two taken to hospital after car leaves road near Llwynhendy Two people were taken to hospital after a car left the road and came to rest in woodland near Llwynhendy on Tuesday night.

New banking hub confirmed for Gorseinon after branch closure announcements A new banking hub is set to open in Gorseinon after LINK, the UK’s cash access and ATM network, confirmed the town will be one of 11 communities across the UK to benefit from the scheme.

Former GP surgery manager ordered to repay £25,000 after defrauding Neath practice A former NHS manager who stole almost £50,000 from a Neath GP surgery has been ordered to repay £25,000 after an investigation by the NHS Counter Fraud Service Wales.

Port Talbot men banned from handling waste after repeated fly‑tipping offences Two Port Talbot men have been banned from collecting or transporting waste for the next two years after admitting a series of fly‑tipping offences across Neath Port Talbot and Swansea.

Holland & Barrett opens new flagship store in Swansea’s Quadrant Shopping Centre Holland & Barrett has unveiled a new flagship store in Swansea’s Quadrant Shopping Centre — more than three times the size of its previous unit — bringing an expanded range of health and beauty products, free…

Swansea city centre live facial recognition cameras return on September 26 Live facial recognition cameras will return to Swansea city centre on Friday, September 26, as South Wales Police step up efforts to track suspects and missing people.

Swansea Central Library preparing for move to Y Storfa hub Swansea’s Central Library will close its Civic Centre base on 20 October as staff prepare for a move to Y Storfa, the new community hub being developed in the former BHS unit on Oxford Street. More than 60,000 books and other resources…

Talking about the weather, the Royal Family and the perfect cuppa: Swansea’s top British obsessions revealed A new study has revealed the everyday quirks that people in Swansea just can’t stop talking about — from moaning about the traffic and checking the football results, to debating how to make…

Swansea student launches petition to ban plastic fruit stickers A Swansea University student and Miss Earth Wales Water 2024/25 has launched a UK Parliament petition calling for a ban on plastic stickers used on fruit and vegetables — urging West Wales residents to back the campaign.

Swansea man helps shape research to prevent sight loss from diabetes As National Eye Health Week begins, Swansea’s Paul Coker shares how his lived experience with diabetes is helping shape research that could speed up vital eye care and prevent avoidable sight loss for thousands of people across…

Senedd Members set for £9,000 pay rise in two years as lowest‑paid staff face cuts – while Welsh workers strike over pay Members of the Senedd are set for another pay rise in April 2026 – taking their basic salaries to almost £81,000 – while some of the lowest‑paid Senedd staff face a cut in…

First steps agreed towards extending access in Bridgend town centre Bridgend town centre is set for changes after councillors backed new measures designed to improve access for drivers, cyclists and visitors.

New NHS dental contract confirmed for Wales – but dentists warn of ‘superficial repairs’ The Welsh Government has confirmed sweeping reforms to NHS dentistry in Wales, promising improved access and fairness – but dentists and opposition politicians say the changes risk leaving patients worse off.

Carmarthenshire man sentenced after collie left with untreated amputation injuries A Carmarthenshire man has been handed a suspended prison sentence after failing to seek veterinary treatment for a collie with severe leg injuries – including a traumatic amputation.

Builder donation helps support community cricket in Gorseinon A £2,000 donation from Persimmon Homes West Wales will help Gorseinon Cricket Club continue providing sporting opportunities for players of all ages.

Just married? You might have accidentally cancelled your Will – and 54% of people in Wales don’t know it More than half of adults in Wales could be leaving their loved ones unprotected without realising it – because marriage automatically cancels any existing Will.

Neath care leader’s ‘Sunday dinner’ idea brings families together – and earns him award nomination A Neath social care manager who found a simple but powerful way to bring families back around the dinner table has been shortlisted for a prestigious Wales Care Award.

Welsh Government defends curriculum rollout as opposition warns of ‘falling standards’ The Welsh Government has defended the rollout of its new Curriculum for Wales, saying it is raising standards in literacy and numeracy, while opposition parties warn it is confusing, underfunded and failing…

Popeyes to open Swansea restaurant in former Topshop building this October Popeyes® UK has confirmed its long‑awaited Swansea restaurant will open on Oxford Street on Friday 3 October 2025, with hundreds of free Chicken Sandwiches up for grabs for the first customers through the door.

Updated plans unveiled for new Mynydd Cynffig Primary School Revised proposals for the new‑build Mynydd Cynffig Primary School have been submitted, with changes designed to improve sustainability, reduce environmental impact and respond to feedback from local residents.

Swansea councillor named Green Party lead candidate for 2026 Senedd elections Swansea & Gower Green Party have announced that Mayals councillor Chris Evans will be their lead list candidate for the Gŵyr Abertawe constituency in next year’s Senedd elections.

North Cornelly couple jailed for more than 16 years for rape of teenager A man and woman from North Cornelly have been jailed for a combined total of 16 years and six months after being found guilty of raping a 17‑year‑old girl.

Ystalyfera police officer admits computer misuse but denies child image charges A serving police officer from Ystalyfera, Neath Port Talbot, will face trial next year accused of making indecent images of children.

Former Bridgend MP Katie Wallis to face trial over alleged false passport Katie Wallis, formerly known as Jamie Wallis, who served as Conservative MP for Bridgend from 2019 until 2024, will stand trial next year accused of possessing a false passport while serving in Parliament.

Calls for major rebuild as more than 700 building faults uncovered at Tenby’s Ysgol Greenhill Urgent repairs worth over £500,000 have already begun at Ysgol Greenhill in Tenby after more than 700 structural defects were identified — with councillors now being urged to consider a full rebuild of…

Neath Port Talbot residents to see changes to recycling collections as council simplifies system Households in Neath Port Talbot can now recycle cardboard and paper together in their white recycling bags, as the council introduces changes designed to make recycling simpler and boost already…

Dentists urge Welsh Government to ‘listen’ as Senedd prepares to debate NHS dental reform The Welsh Government is set to outline its response to a major consultation on NHS dentistry tomorrow, amid warnings from dentists that reforms could undermine continuity of care.

New coworking hub opens in Princess Quarter as regeneration reshapes Swansea city centre A new Grade A office and coworking space has opened in Swansea, marking another milestone in the city centre’s £1 billion regeneration.

Carmarthenshire neighbours celebrate £1 million Postcode Lottery win Four residents of Cwrt Henri have each scooped £250,000 in a life-changing lottery draw — with one winner pledging to build a bridge on her family farm.

“You have to get those decision’s right” – Sheehan unhappy over disallowed Vipotnik goal  Swansea City head coach Alan Sheehan was left to rue Zan Vipotnik’s first-half strike being ruled out for offside in his side’s stoppage-time 1-0 defeat to Birmingham City in their EFL Championship fixture…

“Whose flag flies here?”: The politics of symbolism in Carmarthenshire In Carmarthenshire, the flagpole has become a lightning rod — not just for cloth and colour, but for competing visions of national identity, civic pride, and political allegiance.

Final stretch of Gower coast path to be upgraded by end of 2025 Work is set to begin this October on the final upgrade of a popular coastal walking route between Rotherslade and Limeslade, completing a multi-year project to improve access along the Gower coast path.

“Greed energy, not green energy”: Carmarthenshire communities fight back against wave of energy park and pylon plans Carmarthenshire residents warn of “industrialisation” as wind farms and pylons threaten landscapes, heritage and tourism.

First Minister leads tribute to Llanelli MP Jim Griffiths, father of the Welfare State A plaque commemorating Jim Griffiths, the Llanelli MP credited with creating Britain’s social security system, has been unveiled at Llanelli Library — with calls growing for a permanent memorial to honour his…

New location for blood tests at Singleton Hospital The blood test service at Singleton Hospital is officially relocating into the main entrance of the hospital.

Local housebuilder raises over £59,000 for Wales Air Ambulance Barratt David Wilson Redrow Homes South Wales has raised more than £59,000 for its Charity of the Year, Wales Air Ambulance — surpassing its original goal by over £9,000. 

Gorseinon Donation centre shortlisted for prestigious national award Salvation Army Gorseinon Donation centre has been shortlisted for the UK’s Favourite Charity Shop Awards for Wales.  The winner will now be decided by a public vote, which is now open.