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Town mascot 'Lizzie' goes back to the sea
PORTHCAWL'S beloved “Lizzie the lizard” mascot has been washed away as stormy weather battered the town.
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December 08, 2025
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Scammers pretended to be police officers
A COURIER was employed by scammers pretending to be police officers who persuaded elderly men to hand over thousands of pounds in what they believed to be a genuine investigation.
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December 08, 2025
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A huge Christmas thank you... and there's still time to help
YOU have already helped raise more than £4,100 to give children who would otherwise get nothing a Christmas present this year - but there's still more time to help.
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December 08, 2025
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PARKY HAPPY WITH DESIRE
REXHAM manager Phil Parkinson was pleased with his side’s performance after having to settle for a 1-1 draw with Preston at Deepdale.
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December 08, 2025
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Plan for nuclear plant sparks new call for crossing
Plans for a new nuclear plant on Anglesey has strengthened the case for a third Menai crossing, says Wales First Minister Eluned Morgan.
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December 08, 2025
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Callard wants some home joy after Arms Park win
RGC head coach Jon Callard has called on his side to deliver an early Christmas present to their followers on Saturday and secure a first home win of the season in Super Rygbi Cymru.
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December 08, 2025
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OSPREYS DIG DEEP FOR GRITTY WIN
THE Ospreys launched their European Challenge Cup campaign with a remarkable 24-21 comeback victory over Connacht at the Brewery Field, overcoming a dire first half and a 21-point deficit to claim a dramatic bonus-point win.
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December 08, 2025
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Surgeon warns against steam inhalation as remedy for coughs and colds
A SURGEON has issued a warning over burns caused by people using steam inhalation as a remedy for coughs and colds.
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December 08, 2025
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Keeping your gut in good health this festive season
December can be a time of real overindulgence.
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December 08, 2025
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New cancer trial with potential for fewer side effects to start in UK
Press Association Health Editor Jane Kirby explores a brand-new treatment for prostrate cancer
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December 08, 2025
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POSITIVES TO TAKE FROM PARIS DEFEAT
CAPTAIN captain Alun Lawrence maintains there were plenty of positives for his side to take out of Saturday's 38-17 defeat to Stade Francais in Paris.
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December 08, 2025
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Group's call for fans to see potential region bids
THE Cardiff Rugby supporters trust, CF10, has called on the Welsh Rugby Union to allow fans to examine any potential bids to buy the club.
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December 08, 2025
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Conwy must speed up 20mph work to catch up says MS
CONWY Council has been accused of \"dragging its feet\" over its 20mph review.
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December 08, 2025
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Greyhound racing ban plans criticised
WORK around a proposed new law to ban greyhound racing in Wales has been strongly criticised by a Senedd committee.
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December 08, 2025
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Council faces a 'sobering' 16.7% gap in funding
CONWY County Council could be starting at a 16.7% council tax increase when it attempts to set a balanced budget for 2026-27, warned a backbench councillor.
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December 08, 2025
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'Sink-or-swim' reality of life for young carers
A TEENAGE carer sat a GCSE exam only hours after getting home from a hospital at 3am following a family emergency, a Senedd committee has heard.
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December 08, 2025
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Plans submitted for listed building
NEW details have been revealed for plans to transform a Grade II building in the heart of Swansea.
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December 08, 2025
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Class helper denied he told pupils he is a killer
A SCHOOL learning support assistant (LSA) has insisted he acted professionally at all times and has said stories he told pupils about the military were “misinterpreted”, a professional standards hearing has been told.
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December 08, 2025
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Wales on the alert as two weather warnings issued
TWO weather warnings have been issued as more than half a month's rain is set to fall in parts of Wales and southwest England.
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December 08, 2025
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Girl, three, treated after Heathrow pepper spray
A THREE-YEAR-OLD girl is among those treated by ambulance crews after a group of men used pepper spray on a woman whose suitcase they had robbed at Heathrow Airport.
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December 08, 2025
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I vowed that if I got the all-clear I'd help women with cancer
FORMER MADE IN CHELSEA STAR MILLIE MACKINTOSH EMBARKED ON A GRUELLING SAHARAN TREK TO HELP A BREAST CANCER CHARITY AFTER FINDING A LUMP IN HER OWN BREAST. LISA SALMON FINDS OUT MORE
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December 08, 2025
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Landmark hearing after death of footballer Sala
CARDIFF
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December 08, 2025
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Western Mail Keep spreading Christmas cheer
“BAH,’ said Scrooge, “Humbug.”
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December 08, 2025
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Retired surgeon hits out at consultants
ARETIRED consultant has criticised Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) over high management costs, underinvestment in community hospitals, and the use of expensive external staffing.
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December 08, 2025
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At least 25 people dead after nightclub fire in India
AT LEAST 25 people have been killed in a fire at a popular nightclub in India’s Goa state, the state's chief minister said yesterday.
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December 08, 2025
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There has to be conversations about electoral alliances to stop Farage – Sultana
ZARAH Sultana has said “there has to be conversations around electoral alliances” with the Green Party at the next election “to stop Nigel Farage from getting the keys to Downing Street”.
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December 08, 2025
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School is closed for cleaning after 260 fall ill
A TEMPORARY closure has been actioned at a school after hundreds of pupils and staff have fallen ill.
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December 08, 2025
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Dragons overpowered as long wait for win continues
THE Dragons went down to French side Perpignan in the opening round of the Challenge Cup.
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December 08, 2025
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Terminal closed after it was 'hit by ferry'
A TERMINAL was closed at Holyhead port after apparently being hit by a ferry in \"severe weather conditions\".
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December 08, 2025
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Tech firm moves into city centre site
A TECH venture of e-commerce giant Amazon has unveiled its new global headquarters in the centre of Swansea as it continues to experience rapid growth.
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