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Man found dead at holiday park
A man has been found dead at a holiday park in Carmarthenshire . Dyfed-Powys Police attended Carmarthen Bay Holiday Park in Kidwelly on Saturday where the man's body was found. Officers who received concerns for the man's welfare say they are not treating the man's death as suspicious and say they will continue to assist the coroner's office with their investigations.
Man found dead at holiday park
Robert Dalling Tue, 27 October 2026 at 10:15 am UTC 1 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A man has been found dead at a holiday park in Carmarthenshire. Dyfed-Powys Police attended Carmarthen Bay Holiday Park in Kidwelly on Saturday where the man's body was found. Officers who received concerns for the man's welfare say they are not treating the man's death as suspicious and say they will continue to assist the coroner's office with their investigations.
Vandals destroy conservation work at Haverfordwest Priory
Robert Dalling Mon, 26 October 2026 at 5:00 am UTC 2 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Thousands of pounds worth of damage has been caused at a historic site in Wales. Cadw's own specially trained stonemasons and contractors have carried out an extensive programme of masonry works at Haverfordwest Priory, Pembrokeshire for the last 12 months.
Mum dies leaving behind two sons who don't know when they'll find a new home
The sudden death of a "kind" mum has prompted a fundraiser to support her two young sons. Leanne Jones died suddenly on October 3, aged 53. She was found by her family at her home in Aberbargoed, believed to have fallen off her bed. The circumstances of her passing are still unclear. A post mortem has been completed but an inquest will be held as no cause of death has yet been given.
Tributes to kind and caring man who died during Cardiff Half Marathon
A 24-year-old man who tragically passed away during the Cardiff Half Marathon earlier this month has been identified as Ross Williams-Griffiths. Ross, hailing from Bargoed, died following a cardiac arrest while competing in the race on Sunday, October 4. In a statement issued via Run 4 Wales on Wednesday, Ross' family described him as someone who "brought laughter, loyalty and warmth wherever he went".
Kind and caring man, 24, died during Cardiff Half Marathon
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Kind and caring man, 24, died from cardiac arrest in Cardiff Half Marathon
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Man caught red handed stealing railway cable that caused chaos for train passengers
This is the moment a man was caught red-handed trying to steal railway cable near a railway station in Wales. Merthyr Magistrates' Court heard that a Transport for Wales staff member was on duty at around 7.45pm on Wednesday, June 18 last year, when he received an alert about potential suspicious activity on the line near Abercynon railway station. The staff member began making his way to the scene to investigate, alerting British Transport Police officers in the process.
'Kind and caring' man, 24, died from cardiac arrest in Cardiff Half Marathon
'Kind and caring' man, 24, died from cardiac arrest in Cardiff Half Marathon A 24-year-old man who died during the Cardiff Half Marathon earlier this month has been named as Ross Williams-Griffiths. Ross, from Bargoed, died after suffering a cardiac arrest during the race on Sunday, October 4. In a statement released through Run 4 Wales on Wednesday Ross' family said he "brought laughter, loyalty and warmth wherever he went".
Met Office issues Storm Austen amber weather warning for UK as Wales prepares for 70mph winds
The Met Office has upgraded its Storm Austen weather warning for the UK. A large part of Wales is covered by a yellow weather warning for strong winds on Friday. A more serious amber warning covers part of the south west of England. The Met Office says parts of Wales will be impacted by hazardous winds, starting at around midnight on Friday until 2pm. Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Cardiff, Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Merthyr Tydfil and Monmouthshire will be affected.
Drivers warned to expect disruption as construction work takes place on major city project
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Police called to Swansea retail park amid reports of abuse, intimidation, vandalism and theft by out of control youths
Police are investigating after a group of youths were reportedly seen causing chaos in several reported incidents in Swansea city centre on Friday evening. Teenagers were allegedly seen walking through the city centre and Parc Tawe retail park causing anti-social behaviour. Officers for South Wales Police received reports that they had thrown food over a city centre taxi, attempted to steal a scooter and entered a cinema and a bowling alley without paying.
Streams of brown discharge captured pouring into the Severn Estuary near Magor
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Streams of brown discharge captured pouring into the Severn Estuary near Magor
Footage has captured streams of brown discharge flooding into the Severn Estuary near Magor. The footage was captured by Black Rock Lave Net Fishermen on Wednesday, October 14. Natural Resources Wales says it is investigating reports it has received and that its inquiries are currently ongoing. • Met Office yellow weather warning issued as storm looks set to batter 17 parts of Wales Those who captured the pollution described it as "warm brown effluent", adding it had reported the matter to NRW.
Swansea city centre's main Post Office to close within months
Swansea city centre's main post office, and a prominent retail store at Quadrant Shopping Centre are to close at the start of February. TG Jones, a newsagent, stationer and book retailer which replaced mainstay WHSmith last year, has announced it is closing down. The store will remain there until February 28. The post office, which is located to the first floor of the shopping unit, will also go.
Weekend road closure to hit drivers in Swansea as city project sees major disruption
A major road closure has been announced as construction work takes place for the Skyline Swansea project, with drivers being warned to expect significant disruption. The work, in the Landore area of the city, will take place from 8am until 5pm on Sunday, November 1, and will see the A4217 completely closed.
Swansea to host its first ever marathon
The Great Welsh Marathon is moving to Swansea in a huge boost for the city's sporting calendar. The established race will make the city its new home from 2027. Organisers are targeting 7,500 runners to take part and have set their sights on creating Wales' largest city marathon. It will take place on Sunday, October 17 next year.
Postcode Lottery latest results as six places in Wales bank £1,000 payouts
Postcode Lottery players living in six Welsh streets are £1,000 richer this week. The latest batch of results from October 12 to October 16 shows wins for people living in Prestatyn, Swansea, and Llandudno. Also banking a four-figure budget boost are people living in Bridgend, Monmouth, and Treorchy. The subscription-based lottery raises money for charities and sees players win cash prizes as good causes receive support. Stay in the know by making sure you're receiving our daily newsletter.
Nurse swindled £750,000 from 99-year-old and spent it on cosmetic surgery and home improvements
A registered nurse "used emotional blackmail, manipulation and coercion" to take a six-figure sum of money from a 99-year-old woman in her care, a Fitness to Practise Committee has heard. The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) hearing from Monday, September 28 until Thursday, October 8, was held into the conduct of Rebecca Louise Burwood, a registered nurse in the Flintshire area.
Stephen Kinnock hits out at Question Time audience member for disgraceful personal slur
Stephen Kinnock hit out at an audience member on BBC Question Time for making a "disgraceful personal slur." Fiona Bruce presented an hour of debate from Brecon on Thursday evening. On the panel of the BBC show were secretary of state for Wales Stephen Kinnock, Conservative shadow Welsh secretary Mims Davies, Delyth Jewell, Reform shadow health minister James Evans and George Monbiot.
Scabies outbreak at Welsh hospital sees visits halted
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Scabies outbreak at Welsh hospital sees visits halted
Visits to a Welsh hospital ward have been halted as a result of a scabies outbreak. Hywel Dda Health Board have taken the action as a result of the issue at Prince Philip Hospital. It says the restrictions have been put in place at its Bryngolau ward, adding that the health and safety of patents, visitors and staff is its priority. It adds that the situation is being reviewed and that those recently discharged from the ward are being contacted.
Man who died in Pontardawe crash was 'loving father'
The family of a motorcyclist who died following a collision have paid tribute to a "loving father, grandfather, uncle partner and friend." Officers were called to a collision between a motorbike and car close to the Glais roundabout on the A4067, near Pontardawe at 10.40pm on Friday, October 9. The motorcyclist who passed away has now been named as 52-year-old Wayne Bowron. An investigation into the collision is currently ongoing.
Man who died in Pontardawe crash was 'loving father'
The family of a motorcyclist who died following a collision have paid tribute to a "loving father, grandfather, uncle partner and friend." Officers were called to a collision between a motorbike and car close to the Glais roundabout on the A4067, near Pontardawe at 10.40pm on Friday, October 9. The motorcyclist who passed away has now been named as 52-year-old Wayne Bowron. An investigation into the collision is currently ongoing. Stay in the know by .
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People affected by huge wildfire can now claim from £20,000 support fund
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People affected by huge wildfire can now claim from £20,000 support fund
A claims process is now open for the distribution of more than £20,000 raised through a wildfire support fund. The Rhandirmwyn and District Community Association (RDCA) has announced the move following the major wildfire that affected the Rhandirmwyn area north of Llandovery in Carmarthenshire in August.
Restoration work to start on landmark Swansea bridge months after closure
A landmark bridge inside one of Swansea's best-loved parks is to be restored seven months after it was first fenced off. In March last year, WalesOnline reported how The Japanese Bridge at Clyne Gardens had been cordoned off by Swansea Council due to "health and safety concerns". Now, it has just been announced that restoration work is set to start in the coming weeks to protect the bright red, Grade II-listed bridge which was built in 1973 as an exact replica of an earlier bridge.
Gypsy and traveller site in Swansea told to stop illegal waste burning
Illegal waste burning at gypsy and traveller sites in Swansea is being clamped down on. Action is being taken by Swansea Council, South Wales Police, Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service, and Natural Resources Wales to tackle the problem. Legal notices have been served and abatement notices issued while a court injunction has been obtained preventing the storage, transportation and burning of waste at the Ty Gwyn site in Llansamlet.
Owners of popular Swansea café make plea as venue under threat
A popular café has issued an appeal to customers to continue to support the business after the cost of significant plumbing works posed a "genuine threat." Hoogah, based at Brynymor Road in Brynmill, Swansea, has been a popular spot for coffee, lunch, and brunch since it first opened in 2017. But since mid-August the business has been faced with costly plumbing repairs, which it said had hit it hard, during an "exceptionally tough time" for hospitality businesses.
Porthcawl gym announces relocation plan as new facility built
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Porthcawl gym announces relocation plan as new facility built
Porthcawl Health & Fitness has announced it is building a brand-new facility. It means the gym, currently located at the Hi Tide, will temporarily relocate while it is being built. The move has been described as a "significant step forward for the business", which has been operating in its current location for the last seven years. It is said that the new build, still in its very early stages, will be a "modern, inspiring space designed around members and the future of the community".
Tonyrefail dog breeder who boasted of selling pet to the Kardashians taken to court
A breeder who claimed to have sold dogs to celebrities and had a huge social media following has been convicted of animal welfare offences for cropping dogs' ears. Eugene Vatsaloo, aged 57, was convicted of 13 offences following a five-day trial at Cardiff Crown Court. Vatsaloo, who claimed to have sold a dog without cropped ears to the Kardashians, was attracting millions of views on social media for his activities related to breeding and selling dogs.
'Happy and bubbly' two-year-old boy found dead in bed
A "happy and bubbly" little boy died suddenly at home. An inquest was opened at South Wales Central Coroners' Court into the death of Sebastian Karl Griffiths who tragically died on August 3, 2025. He was just two. Sebastian was at his home in Bute Street, Treorchy, with his family and the inquest heard he was well when he went to bed the previous evening. The inquest heard he slept in his bedroom which he shared with his siblings. Always keep on top of the latest Welsh news .
Name revealed for Newport's brand new leisure centre
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Name revealed for Newport's brand new leisure centre
Newport's brand new leisure centre is to be called Splash, it has been announced. It will have two pools and a lazy river when it officially opens to the public. The new centre is expected to be among the UK's first net zero facility of its kind, powered entirely by electricity from renewable sources. Newport City Council's cabinet member for communities and sport, Mark Spencer, shared the council's vision behind the project.
First In It Together Festival acts confirmed for 2027
The first batch of acts have been announced for In It Together Festival 2027. The popular three-day event, which takes place every year at Old Park Farm in Margam, will next year be held between May 28 and May 30. Organisers have now announced the first phase of acts who will be performing. The headliners will be announced at a later stage. The most notable names set to perform so far are British boyband JLS and indie favourites Razorlight, who performed there previously in 2024.
Ambulance handover delays still a problem in Wales, report finds
Delayed patient handovers are still a problem facing the Welsh Ambulance Service Trust (WAST), a Health Inspectorate Wales (HIW) report has found. It comes as its latest assessment looked at progress across five key areas, those being patient flow and handovers, managing operational pressures, patient communication, leadership and governance, and data quality.
Newport hit by 1.3 magnitude earthquake
The British Geological Survey recorded a minor earthquake near Bettws in Newport at the weekend. It took place at 2.51pm on Saturday. It was measured at 1.3 on the local magnitude scale, and occurred at a depth of around six kilometres, according to the survey, which monitors seismic activity across the UK. It says that earthquakes below 2.0 on the seismic magnitude scale may not be felt at all. Never miss a Newport story by subscribing to our newsletter here .
Popular Swansea coffee shop that started life in derelict garage opens new site
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Popular Swansea coffee shop that started life in derelict garage opens new site
A popular coffee shop which first began inside an old derelict garage has just opened another location in the latest chapter of its ever growing success story. Crafty Smuggler officially opened a new location at unit fifteen in St David's Road, Llansamlet on Monday, October 5. It is the businesses' third in Swansea, following on from its locations at Western Street in Sandfields and Uplands Crescent.
Three-year-old boy can barely move then a phone call changed everything - in half an hour he walked 1,000 steps
For three-year-old Teddy Gorman, all he wants to do is explore the world around him like any other child his age. But the Swansea youngster has severe hypotonia (low muscle tone), and hypermobile joints, particularly in his hips, knees and ankles. He has very little strength in his legs and is unable to stand independently or walk at all.
People behind Swansea's best restaurant to open new affordable eating spot
The owners behind a restaurant that was considered one of the best in Wales have shared plans for an exciting new venture in Swansea after it announced the upcoming closure of its former business. WalesOnline reported in June how established restaurant Slice, run by chefs Chris Harris and Adam Bannister, which has long been considered one of the best places to dine in the Swansea, had announced it will close for good on October 25.
Woman, 28, dies during gathering at friend's house in Swansea
A young woman died at a friend's house after visiting to socialise in the early hours of the morning. An inquest held into the death of Lyndsey Anna McCullough at Swansea 's Guildhall on Wednesday heard how she went to a friend's house, with another friend, at Green Bank Road in West Cross, Swansea, at 1.30am on July 26 earlier this year.
Plans to transform historic Swansea church that's hotbed of anti-social behaviour
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Plans to transform historic Swansea church that's hotbed of anti-social behaviour
A former church which has been vacant for years and has attracted anti-social behaviour could be set for a major transformation. A pre-planning application, still at its very early stages, has been submitted to Swansea Council asking for planning permission for the conversion/change of use of the former Ebenezer Methodist Church, in Neath Road, Plasmarl, into six two-bed flats. Planning documents do not state at this stage who is behind the bid.
Swansea business owner makes desperate plea as sales nosedive
A year after people were queuing out of the door of a jacket potato shop in Swansea, the owner of the shop has said business has dried up so much it's left her questioning herself and the business. Jessica Williams opened Spuddy Lovely at Sterry Road in Gowerton last year, and she said at the time how the business had got off to a great start, with people queuing out of its doors to get their hands on their fix.
New padel courts planned for Mumbles seafront with image released
Three state-of-the-art padel courts are planned for a popular seaside destination. Swansea council has put forward plans to create the new sports facility in place of the former tennis courts along Mumbles Road in Mumbles. Padel is one of the UK's fastest-growing sports, combining tennis and squash. In 2019 just 15,000 people were playing padel in the UK but just six years later, in 2025, the Lawn Tennis Association reported that around 860,000 adults and juniors now played the game.
Award-winning Swansea chef to open new venue
A brand new Indian street food restaurant is set to open in Swansea a couple of doors down from its award-winning counterpart. Raj Chowdhury opened Raj Kitchen at Castle Street in Swansea city centre in 2024, having moved over from the Docker's Club where he had first served up food. And the business has gone from strength to strength, with the restaurant winning awards for the quality of its food offerings.
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