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Swansea pensioner finally gets his reward for service in World War Two - Llanelli Star
Swansea pensioner finally gets his reward for service in World War TwoLlanelli StarHe said: "I was working in a drift mine just above Glynneath and I was stationed in a hostel in Aberdare." And it was tough with John saying: "There wasn't a job underground that isn't hard work." For years John watched as servicemen and women were ...and more »
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Glynneath's Elise Evans speaks about her experience on The Voice - This is South Wales
Glynneath's Elise Evans speaks about her experience on The VoiceThis is South WalesOn Saturday Elise helped Ragsy, who is from Aberdare, raise funds for charity. On Twitter she said: "So today I shall be in Aberdare Tesco with my good friend @Ragsy78 raising money for charity! Come and say hi!" She later said: "Raised £550 in Tesco ...
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Teenager Tim overcomes multiple difficulties to find a life beneath the waves - WalesOnline
WalesOnlineTeenager Tim overcomes multiple difficulties to find a life beneath the wavesWalesOnlineThe teenager from Aberdare loved swimming and the water helped ease the pain of his scoliosis – a curvature of the spine. Tim, 17, who also has autism and dyslexia, has worn a back brace all day from the age of 12 to ease his scoliosis. Being in the ...
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Tight at top as Tata and Dafen set early pace - Llanelli Star
Llanelli StarTight at top as Tata and Dafen set early paceLlanelli StarThe other matches in division two saw Gorseinon beat Llanelli by two wickets at Stradey, while Morriston lost by 126 runs at home to Aberdare. In division three, Pontyberem managed to hold on for a remarkable five-run win over Margam in the Gwendraeth ...
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Tredegar fire "suspicious" say police - South Wales Argus
South Wales ArgusTredegar fire "suspicious" say policeSouth Wales ArgusCrews from Brynmawr and Rhymney were called to the house, with hydraulic platform and water bowser teams called for additional support from Aberdare and Merthyr. Using his Twitter account, Chief Inspector Marc Budden of Gwent Police said: “There has ...and more »
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Work begins on former Barry Magistrate's Court - Barry and District News
Barry and District NewsWork begins on former Barry Magistrate's CourtBarry and District NewsDemolition of the Court began on May 13 by contractors Aberdare Demolition. The site will be fenced and security will be at the site until the demolition work finishes in August. The redevelopment of the site, further to the closure of the Barry ...
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Ferry Steel carry on winning - This is South Wales
Ferry Steel carry on winningThis is South WalesMorriston hung on for a draw at Aberdare. The home side made 167-9 in their 50 overs, John Derrick (53) and Michael Weathersby (42) leading the way against Stuart Johnson (3-29) and Huw Knudson (3-56). Then Morriston lost wickets at regular intervals ...
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Car chase and house raid - The Maitland Mercury
Car chase and house raidThe Maitland MercuryPolice allege he drove at speeds of up to 130 km/h in an 80 km/h zone and the chase was abandoned along Aberdare Road because it was too dangerous to continue. Police set up a perimeter around the bushland and called in the dog squad, but his scent ...
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Cricket: Thomas, Carroll South Wales Cricket Association - WalesOnline
WalesOnlineCricket: Thomas, Carroll South Wales Cricket AssociationWalesOnlineBriton Ferry Steel continue their triumphant run winning their third match on the bounce, overcoming Swansea Civil Service by four wickets to remain on the top of the table. Third-placed Aberdare recorded a winning draw against Morriston while Bronwydd ...and more »
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Teenager pleads guilty to murder of Aberaman man in his own home - WalesOnline
WalesOnlineTeenager pleads guilty to murder of Aberaman man in his own homeWalesOnlineA teenager who stabbed a 45-year-old man and left him for dead has pleaded guilty to his murder. Corey Liam Thomas, of Abergwawr Place, Aberdare, admitted killing Andrew David Male when he appeared at Cardiff Crown Court on May 9. The 18-year-old ...
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Grandmother loses everything in fire - Cessnock Advertiser
Grandmother loses everything in fireCessnock Advertiser... Hawkett and friend Victor Spall, outside Doreen's Curry Street unit that was gutted in the fire. DESTROYED: The aftermath of the fire. Aberdare resident Doreen Hawkett is lucky to be alive after a fire tore through her Curry Street unit just over a ...
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Local suburbs added to broadband rollout - Cessnock Advertiser
Local suburbs added to broadband rolloutCessnock AdvertiserSuburbs in the Cessnock local government area that have been included on the Australian Government's updated three-year rollout plan are Aberdare, Abernethy, Bellbird, Bellbird Heights, Cessnock, Ellalong, Kearsley, Kitchener, Millfield, Mount View, ...and more »
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Call for funding to fix trouble spots - Cessnock Advertiser
Call for funding to fix trouble spotsCessnock AdvertiserMr. Park was also taken on a tour of other problem areas, including the pedestrian crossing on Cessnock Road, Abermain and intersections at Aberdare Road and Quarrybylong Street, Cessnock and at Nelson Street and the New England Highway, Greta.
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Police appeal after man goes missing on 40th birthday - ITV News
ITV NewsPolice appeal after man goes missing on 40th birthdayITV NewsThe last contact Matthew's family had was a message at 8.30pm on the same day to let them know he had missed his bus back to Aberdare. Police then received a call just before midnight, when he sounded considerably distressed. Officers say they are very ...
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CRiCKET PREVIEW: Impressive start, but Carmarthen Wanderers want to keep ... - This is South Wales
CRiCKET PREVIEW: Impressive start, but Carmarthen Wanderers want to keep ...This is South WalesSkewen, who have all-rounder Dean Kriescher back at the club, travel to Aberdare, Gorseinon host Bronwydd, Pontardawe are at Llandysul, while Swansea Civil Service take on Morriston. In the third division, Landore will look to bounce back from last ...
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One brother had a heart transplant, the other a heart operation - now they're ... - WalesOnline
WalesOnlineOne brother had a heart transplant, the other a heart operation - now they're ...WalesOnlineDaniel, who only lives a couple of streets away from the brothers in Aberdare, is not well enough to do the climb himself, but has been supporting the walk as much as he can. The trio are raising money for Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham Charity ...
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Big day for Gorseinon as youth in Welsh final - Llanelli Star
Llanelli StarBig day for Gorseinon as youth in Welsh finalLlanelli StarThey beat Gilfach Goch at home 21-12 in the first round, then Waunarlwydd away (36-0), Aberdare away (20-17) and Kidwelly away (13-10) before edging a tight semi-final against Kenfig Hill 21-11. "I'm surprised we've got this far because we've been ...
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Cricket: Thomas Carroll Conference Divisions 4-6 - WalesOnline
Cricket: Thomas Carroll Conference Divisions 4-6WalesOnlineAberdare III had a six-wicket win over visitors Mountain Ash in Division Six, bowling the visitors out for 89. Darren Brown scored 25 as Ashton Jones returned 4-29 and James Green 2-7. Aberdare III got the runs in 28.2 overs with Richard Dempsey ...and more »
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Economy minister Edwina Hart backs life sciences at launch of PRA recruitment ... - This is South Wales
This is South WalesEconomy minister Edwina Hart backs life sciences at launch of PRA recruitment ...This is South WalesMr Powell is originally from Aberdare but is now based in PRA's headquarters in North Carolina, USA, and said: "We are very proud of the investment in our Swansea offices." Clinical data co-ordinators Katie Ebenezer, 24 from Newton, Lyanne Sharp, 24 ...
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Illegal Nyeri loggers face arrest, prosecution - The Star
Illegal Nyeri loggers face arrest, prosecutionThe Star“We cannot spare anyone involved in illegal logging especially at the two water towers of Aberdare and Mt Kenya forests,” he said. Nyeri Ecosystem conservator Muchiri Mathinji who was with Mwangi said Aberdare should be protected because it serves ...
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Latest news
- "Forget Wales!" - WalesOnline (blog)
- Swansea pensioner finally gets his reward for service in World War Two - Llanelli Star
- Glynneath's Elise Evans speaks about her experience on The Voice - This is South Wales
- Teenager Tim overcomes multiple difficulties to find a life beneath the waves - WalesOnline
- Tight at top as Tata and Dafen set early pace - Llanelli Star
Welsh Assembly Government
- Body confidence workshops should be held across Wales to help young people ... - WalesOnline
- Committee airs 'serious concerns' over Welsh Government's handling of council ... - WalesOnline
- Silk Commission on devolution starts seeking public comments - BBC News
- Michael Gove suggests Wales and Northern Ireland split off school exams - EducationGuardian.co.uk
- Assembly is massive waste - South Wales Argus
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