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New images show what completed Kingsway office development will look like

With the development now close to completion, new images have been released that that show what the 71/72 Kingsway scheme will look when it's up and running. The post New images show what completed Kingsway office development will look like appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Thousands of parents yet to claim £200 school essentials grant

Parents and carers are being urged to check their eligibility for help with school costs, as the cost of living continues to put pressure on many families. The post Thousands of parents yet to claim £200 school essentials grant appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Founder of internationally renowned research centre hands over the reins

The founding father of an internationally renowned research centre at Morriston Hospital has retired after more than 20 years at the helm. The post Founder of internationally renowned research centre hands over the reins appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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New images show how huge Swansea's Kingsway development will look as council say when work will be finished

The 104,000 square foot scheme will be include a rooftop terrace and retail units fronting onto The Kingsway, as well as a coffee shop

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Sketty library celebrates 100th birthday

Sketty's much-loved library is today celebrating a century of being at the heart of its community, turning the page on a new chapter of story every bit as exciting as the thrillers on its shelves. The post Sketty library celebrates 100th birthday appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Body found in search for missing Pembroke Dock teenager

A body has been found in the search for missing Pembroke Dock 19-year-old, Luke Stephenson. The post Body found in search for missing Pembroke Dock teenager appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Great Western Railway to provide additional trains for Springsteen fans heading ‘All the way Home’

Great Western Railway (GWR) will run extra trains for Bruce Springsteen fans heading home from Cardiff this Sunday. The post Great Western Railway to provide additional trains for Springsteen fans heading ‘All the way Home’ appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Investment Fund for Wales announces investment in Swansea renewable energy provider

The British Business Bank announces the second debt finance deal from the £130m Investment Fund for Wales, with a £100,000 investment from the Debt Finance fund, managed by appointed fund managers FW Capital. The post Investment Fund for Wales announces investment in Swansea renewable energy provi...

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Baglan man jailed for child sex offences

A man from Neath Port Talbot has been jailed after he was found guilty of multiple child sex offences. The post Baglan man jailed for child sex offences appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Young people organise tea parties to reach out to older generations

Young people have been breaking down the generational barriers in Swansea by inviting their elders to a series of get-togethers with a cup of tea, a slice of cake and some traditional entertainment. The post Young people organise tea parties to reach out to older generations appeared first on Swanse...

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Indian culture set to be celebrated at Swansea event

Food stalls, workshops and dance performances on stage will all feature in a celebration of Indian culture that’s soon taking place in Swansea. The post Indian culture set to be celebrated at Swansea event appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Schoolchildren plant blossom trees at Aberdulais to connect more people to nature

Cilffriw Primary School have joined staff from National Trust Cymru to plant three blossom trees at Aberdulais to bring more people closer to nature on their doorstep. The post Schoolchildren plant blossom trees at Aberdulais to connect more people to nature appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Special event to honour three-year-old who captured hearts of a nation

The inaugural MorgsFest will take place on May 18 in honour of Morgan Ridler, who died in June 2023

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Vulnerable disabled man wakes to find burglar in his bedroom 'asking for Lilly'

Michael Griffiths was looking for things to steal to fund the drug and alcohol "binge" he was on

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'Magical' moment dolphins spotted swimming in the sea in Swansea Bay

A pod of around six gorgeous dolphins were spotted off Mumbles on Sunday evening

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Health board asks people not to attend hospital's A&E unless 'absolutely necessary'

It says those with non life-threatening illnesses or injuries face a long wait to be seen as it deals with 'very unwell patients'

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Rail strikes drive a surge in passengers switching to coach travel

National Express say they're ramping up coach services to cope with increased demand as rail strikes continue. The post Rail strikes drive a surge in passengers switching to coach travel appeared first on Swansea Bay News....

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Spectacular waterside restaurant loved by Jay Rayner named the best Chinese in Wales

Gok Wan also said the restaurant staff were 'the best dressed winners of the night'

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Health chiefs urge people to protect themselves and their children amid new fears over measles

People living in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot are being urged to make sure they’re protected against measles as public health chiefs warn they believe the outbreak in Gwent is spreading in the community, with nine confirmed cases. The post Health chiefs urge people to protect themselves and their...

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Badger cub rescued and released after cliff fall at beach near St David’s

A young badger cub who had fallen onto rocks at Porthlysgi Beach, St Davids, has been released back into the wild after a period of RSPCA specialist care. The post Badger cub rescued and released after cliff fall at beach near St David’s appeared first on Swansea Bay News....