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Video: Accurascale unveil new GWR tank engine models

Accurascale has unveiled its model of the GWR 57xx, 67xx and 8750 Class Pannier Tanks, describing it as “one of the most iconic tank locomotives of them all.”
The company has recently enjoyed success with its GWR 78xx Manor Class locomotives, and recei…

‘Team Wales’ approach needed to deliver the green energy …

A ‘Team Wales’ approach is needed to deliver the renewable energy advances promised by the Celtic Freeport, according to the chief executive of the Port of Milford Haven.
The Celtic Freeport, due to be formally designated by the Welsh and UK Governmen…

Major opportunity for house builders as …

Neath Port Talbot Council has announced a new chapter in its development journey with a re-launch of its latest Local Development Plan (LDP).
The LDP is a crucial roadmap in the sustainable and responsible use of land, allocating areas for development …

Mercedes driver hit girl, two, and drove off

Police are appealing for the driver of a Mercedes to come forward following a crash involving a two-year-old pedestrian. The crash took place on Main Road, Cadoxton in Neath at around 3.25pm on Friday, October 27, according to a statement by South Wale…

Baby joy for mum after two children killed in M4 crash

Jenny Casterton – Producer, The Crash Detectives
October 29, 2023 at 10:23 PM
A grieving mum whose two children were killed in a motorway crash by a drink and drug driver has said her new child is a “gift from the kids”.
Gracie-Ann Lucas, four, and t…

Police raid cannabis factory in sleepy Welsh village

Police have seized evidence from an address in Cymmer, Neath Port Talbot[1]. At 10.30am on Friday, July 28 officers received reports of a cannabis factory on Station Road in the village.
Residents had seen officers wearing protective equipment entering…

Hub helping people in Port Talbot back to work is to continue

A popular employability hub can continue its role of helping local people to find work. The Opportunity Hub, which is based in Aberafan Shopping Centre, was first started in January, 2023, with the aim of providing a venue in the community that could h…

Community left in ‘critical situation’ as bus services cut

A number of bus services are set to be cancelled in Neath Port Talbot leaving some communities in a “critical situation”. Neath Port Talbot council members heard at July’s full council meeting that three services will cease completely while several oth…

Young people get important safety advice with Crucial Crew

Young people get important safety advice with Crucial Crew
18 July 2023
More than 1500 school pupils across Neath Port Talbot have attended a series of workshops aimed at developing vital safety skills.
Crucial Crew, which has been running on an annual…