New Amphitheatre to Rise Where Last Dragon in Wales Was Slain

New Amphitheatre to Rise Where Last Dragon in Wales Was Slain

Carmarthenshire Council has approved plans for a new amphitheatre in Newcastle Emlyn, enhancing local tourism while addressing community concerns. New Amphitheatre to Rise Where Last Dragon in Wales Was Slain Newcastle Emlyn: Plans for a new amphitheatre have been approved. It will overlook the River Teifi, near where the last dragon in Wales was said…

Council Chief in Farming Area Advocates for a More Sophisticated Approach

Council Chief in Farming Area Advocates for a More Sophisticated Approach

Carmarthenshire’s council chief emphasizes a nuanced strategy over a plant-based diet Council Chief in Farming Area Advocates for a More Sophisticated Approach Carmarthenshire: Council leaders are looking into promoting plant-based diets. A council member, Cllr Aled Vaughan Owen, said they need a more sophisticated approach. He noted that rural areas like Carmarthenshire have unique challenges…

Police Seize 12 Dogs from Location in Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire

Police Seize 12 Dogs from Location in Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire

Twelve dogs were seized by police in Kidwelly due to welfare concerns Police Seize 12 Dogs from Location in Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire Kidwelly: Police took 12 dogs from a site in Carmarthenshire. The dogs were mostly retrievers. They were placed in the care of the RSPCA. The RSPCA visited a wasteland area at Four Roads. They…

Potholes Double in a Year as Council Cuts Back on Maintenance

Potholes Double in a Year as Council Cuts Back on Maintenance

Carmarthenshire sees a surge in potholes due to reduced maintenance funding, raising concerns. Potholes Double in a Year as Council Cuts Back on Maintenance Carmarthenshire: Potholes are a big problem now. Last year, over 10,000 were reported. That’s almost double the number from 2023. The average was around 2,000 potholes yearly before this spike. The…

Free Space Science Lessons Available for Schools in West Wales

Free Space Science Lessons Available for Schools in West Wales

Secondary schools in west Wales can now access free space science lessons Free Space Science Lessons Available for Schools in West Wales Pembrokeshire: Exciting news for secondary schools! Schools in Pembrokeshire, Ceredigion, and Carmarthenshire can now get free space science lessons. The National Space Academy is rolling out these “Space to Learn” masterclasses until the…

Sir Bryn Terfel Encourages West Wales Singers to Join Competition

Sir Bryn Terfel Encourages West Wales Singers to Join Competition

Sir Bryn Terfel invites young singers from West Wales to enter a key competition for a chance to shine on the global stage Sir Bryn Terfel Encourages West Wales Singers to Join Competition Llangollen: Sir Bryn Terfel is calling on young singers to take part in a big competition. He believes it’s a fantastic chance…

Terrifying Weapons Removed from County Streets Including Samurai Swords

Terrifying Weapons Removed from County Streets Including Samurai Swords

A recent operation in Carmarthenshire led to the removal of dangerous weapons, enhancing community safety and reducing knife crime. Terrifying Weapons Removed from County Streets Including Samurai Swords Carmarthenshire: A recent crackdown on knife crime has led to the destruction of some pretty scary weapons. We’re talking samurai swords, machetes, and even a meat cleaver.…

Nearly 20 Schools in Carmarthenshire Lack Permanent Head Teachers

Nearly 20 Schools in Carmarthenshire Lack Permanent Head Teachers

Carmarthenshire faces a significant challenge with nearly 20 schools without permanent head teachers, prompting tough decisions ahead for education. Nearly 20 Schools in Carmarthenshire Lack Permanent Head Teachers Carmarthenshire: It’s a bit of a mess with nearly 20 schools running without permanent head teachers. Owain Lloyd, the education director, mentioned that they’re reviewing all the…

Budget Meeting Raises Concerns Over Library Services and Flood Defence Spending

Budget Meeting Raises Concerns Over Library Services and Flood Defence Spending

At a recent budget meeting, local leaders faced tough questions about library cuts and flood defence funding amid rising costs and community needs Budget Meeting Raises Concerns Over Library Services and Flood Defence Spending Carmarthenshire: So, there was this budget meeting where council leaders were grilled about some pretty important stuff. They’re looking at cutting…

Martin Clunes Filmed His New Show in My House and Paid for My New Bathroom

Martin Clunes Filmed His New Show in My House and Paid for My New Bathroom

Gina-Lorraine Murray shares her experience of hosting Martin Clunes for filming Martin Clunes Filmed His New Show in My House and Paid for My New Bathroom Carmarthenshire: So, you know how some folks dream of having their home featured on TV? Well, Gina-Lorraine Murray actually made it happen! She opened her doors to Martin Clunes…

Exhausted Volunteers Travel Hundreds of Miles to Aid the Homeless

Exhausted Volunteers Travel Hundreds of Miles to Aid the Homeless

Volunteers from Homeless Pembrokeshire brave the cold to deliver essential supplies to those in need, working late into the night. Exhausted Volunteers Travel Hundreds of Miles to Aid the Homeless Pembrokeshire: The start of January has been freezing, with temperatures dropping well below zero. While many of us are cozy at home, volunteers from Homeless…

Teacher Drinks Half a Bottle of Wine in Morrisons Car Park Before Class

Teacher Drinks Half a Bottle of Wine in Morrisons Car Park Before Class

A teacher has been banned after drinking wine in a car park before returning to teach a class, raising serious concerns about her conduct. Teacher Drinks Half a Bottle of Wine in Morrisons Car Park Before Class Carmarthenshire: So, there’s this story about a teacher who really messed up. Rhian Williams, a science teacher, got…

Carmarthenshire Council Unveils £176m Plan for Harbour, Schools, and More

Carmarthenshire Council Unveils £176m Plan for Harbour, Schools, and More

Carmarthenshire Council’s new £176 million plan includes investments in schools, a care home, and electric refuse lorries over five years Carmarthenshire Council Unveils £176m Plan for Harbour, Schools, and More Carmarthenshire: Big news is coming from the council! They’re planning to invest a whopping £176 million over the next five years. This includes some exciting…

Proposed 9.75% Council Tax Increase in Carmarthenshire Sparks Concerns

Proposed 9.75% Council Tax Increase in Carmarthenshire Sparks Concerns

Carmarthenshire leaders propose a 9.75% council tax rise to manage spending pressures while protecting essential services like education Proposed 9.75% Council Tax Increase in Carmarthenshire Sparks Concerns Carmarthenshire: So, there’s a big talk about a proposed 9.75% rise in council tax. The council leaders are saying it’s necessary to keep essential services running, especially education.…

Alarming US Fighter Jets Spotted Flying Low Over Wales at Night

Alarming US Fighter Jets Spotted Flying Low Over Wales at Night

Residents in Wales were startled by low-flying US fighter jets during nighttime training exercises Alarming US Fighter Jets Spotted Flying Low Over Wales at Night Carmarthenshire: People in west Wales were left staring at the sky when US fighter jets zoomed overhead late at night. The noise from these low-flying aircraft shocked many in the…

Welsh Police Force Faces Rising Compensation Claims Amid Huge Payouts

Welsh Police Force Faces Rising Compensation Claims Amid Huge Payouts

Dyfed-Powys Police has paid out significant compensation as claims surge, raising concerns about accountability and police conduct in Wales Welsh Police Force Faces Rising Compensation Claims Amid Huge Payouts Carmarthen: So, it turns out Dyfed-Powys Police has been shelling out a lot of cash lately. Over the last five years, they’ve paid out around £324,000…

Wales Snow Map Predicts Rapidly Falling Wintry Weather Across Regions

Wales Snow Map Predicts Rapidly Falling Wintry Weather Across Regions

Wales is bracing for heavy snowfall as weather warnings are issued for the weekend Wales Snow Map Predicts Rapidly Falling Wintry Weather Across Regions Merthyr Tydfil: Snow is on its way to Wales, starting Saturday afternoon. The Met Office has issued two weather warnings covering most of the country. There’s a yellow warning for snow…

Carmarthenshire Council Warns Residents About Excess Rubbish Post-Christmas

Carmarthenshire Council Warns Residents About Excess Rubbish Post-Christmas

Carmarthenshire residents face delays in waste collection after Christmas, with the council urging them to recycle more and manage waste better Carmarthenshire Council Warns Residents About Excess Rubbish Post-Christmas Carmarthenshire: So, it looks like folks in Carmarthenshire are dealing with a bit of a rubbish situation after the holidays. Bins have been piling up outside…

Met Office Issues Snow Warning for Wales This Weekend

Met Office Issues Snow Warning for Wales This Weekend

Wales braces for heavy snow as the Met Office warns of disruptions this weekend Met Office Issues Snow Warning for Wales This Weekend Pembrokeshire: The Met Office has just dropped a snow warning for Wales, and it’s set for the first weekend of 2025. From midday Saturday, January 4, to 9 am Monday, January 6,…

Potential Flooding as Met Office Issues Heavy Rain and Wind Warnings

Potential Flooding as Met Office Issues Heavy Rain and Wind Warnings

Ceredigion and Carmarthenshire face weather warnings for heavy rain and strong winds, raising concerns about potential flooding this New Year’s Day Potential Flooding as Met Office Issues Heavy Rain and Wind Warnings Ceredigion: So, it looks like New Year’s Day is starting off a bit rough. The Met Office has put out weather warnings for…