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Mining
A letter to the American writer who thinks this iconic photograph of Welsh miners is racist
walesonline.co.uk - David James, Will Hayward
Rashaad Thomas wrote that all he could see in this picture was "offensive blackface" What do you see when you look at the picture above? You are …
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North Wales
Drug driver locked up for terrifying road rage chase which ended at police station
dailypost.co.uk - Elwyn Roberts, Kelly Williams
Christopher John Harris, 35, shunted a van during the 'very intimidating' incident A drug driver has been jailed for shunting a van and tailgating it …
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North Wales
Incredible pictures show huge hole which has forced road to shut
dailypost.co.uk - Carmella de Lucia
Emergency repair work is being carried out on Boundary Lane in Saltney, which is a popular route A well-used road has been closed off for emergency …
West Wales
Submarines, warships, and 10,000 troops involved in massive exercise coming to west Wales
walesonline.co.uk - Laura Clements
There will be amphibious landings on the beaches More than 10,000 military personnel, 35 warships, 5 submarines and 59 aircraft and helicopters from …
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Cardiff
Mott MacDonald Moves to 2 Callaghan Square in Cardiff
businessnewswales.com - Rachel Jones
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Wales
Wales fans and players to celebrate Grand Slam at Senedd
bbc.co.uk - www.bbc.co.uk
Thousands of rugby fans are expected to join the Wales national team in Cardiff Bay later to celebrate the Grand Slam.
Carmarthenshire
Bin collection changes from next month in Carmarthenshire
southwalesguardian.co.uk - Daniel Laurie
There will be changes to bin collections for some households in Carmarthenshire from April 1. Around 13,000 homes across the county could be affected …
Wales
Charity champions gear up for Connah's Quay sleep-out
leaderlive.co.uk - Steve Craddock
CHARITY champions are gearing up to spend a night under the stars for a good cause. The Leader reported in February how Citizens Advice Flintshire …
Caerphilly
Abercarn RFC left 'embarrassed' as fixtures cancelled after pitch flooded with sewerage
southwalesargus.co.uk - Tom Moody
A CAERPHILLY-BASED rugby club has had its season disrupted after their pitch was covered in waste following torrential rain. The rain led to a …
Swansea City
Swansea appoint Trevor Birch as chairman after Jenkins exit | Wales
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The former chief executive of Chelsea, Trevor Birch, has been appointed Swansea City chairman following the departure of Huw Jenkins in February. He …
Lawn Mowing
Live updates as footballer accused of 'mowing kids down like skittles' in BMW following match
walesonline.co.uk - Liz Day
13:06 Taylor said he was called 'fatty' Police attended the scene at around 8pm. Officers went to the Sandfields area of Port Talbot, where Taylor lived. …
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North Wales
Woman found dead at Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
dailypost.co.uk - Sarah Hodgson
The site in Llangollen was closed off and emergency services were called to the scene The body of a woman has been found at Pontcysyllte Aqueduct …
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Business Development
Welsh Firm Announce First Export Shipment to Qatar
businessnewswales.com - Chris McColgan
Calon ...The post Welsh Firm Announce First Export Shipment to Qatar appeared first on Business News Wales.
Mark Rutte
Dutch police considering 'terrorist motive' in tram shooting
southwalesargus.co.uk - Dan Barnes
POLICE in the central Dutch city of Utrecht say they are investigating a shooting in a tram that left "multiple" people injured and are considering …
North Wales
Residents to remain vigilant following suspicious behaviour in Dobshill
leaderlive.co.uk - Aaliyah Rugg
NORTH Wales Police is urging people to remain vigilant following reports of suspicious activity. An Irish man in a white transit van attended a farm …
Carmarthenshire
Outcry at new car parking charges in Carmarthenshire
southwalesguardian.co.uk - Daniel Laurie
CARMARTHENSHIRE County Council has proposed plans to charge for parking at a number of locations across the county that are currently free and …
Cardiff
Free sanitary products and spare underwear to be made more available to all girls in Cardiff schools
walesonline.co.uk - Abbie Wightwick
It's part of efforts to tackle so-called period poverty which can see girls missing lessons and their school work affected Girls in Cardiff schools …
Rugby Union
Irish fan makes young supporter's day after Wales Grand Slam win | Wales
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It was a magical day in Cardiff on Saturday as Wales crushed Ireland to win the Six Nations Grand Slam. But for one little boy, Josh, it was made even …
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North Wales
Pictures show 'significant' damage to train line shut after severe flooding
dailypost.co.uk - Sarah Hodgson
A large amount of repairs are needed to the Conwy Valley line A North Wales railway line could be closed for several weeks after heavy rain and …
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Apprenticeships
Dow Partners with Cardiff and Vale College to Offer Leading Training Programme in Material Sciences
businessnewswales.com - Terianne O'Sullivan
Cardiff ...The post Dow Partners with Cardiff and Vale College to Offer Leading Training Programme in Material Sciences appeared first on Business …
Intellectual Property
Suspended Swansea University academic Bjorn Rodde resigns
bbc.co.uk - By Brian Meechan
One of the academics suspended from Swansea University has resigned and is taking legal action for constructive dismissal.
Floods
Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse 'monitoring the situation' amid heavy flooding
leaderlive.co.uk - Harry Wright
RACING at Bangor-on-Dee may be called off this weekend. Heavy rain over the weekend caused heavy flooding to the Bangor-on-Dee area, with low lying …
Monmouth
Driver arrested after failing breath test following A40 collision near Monmouth
southwalesargus.co.uk - Dan Barnes
A MAN has been arrested after failing a roadside breath test following a collision on the A40 near Monmouth. The collision occurred between a car and …
Swansea
Hunt for arsonists who scaled one of Swansea's tallest buildings and set it on fire
walesonline.co.uk - Estel Farell-Roig
A review is underway after what a construction company boss said could have been a 'serious and dangerous incident' Police are treating the fire at …
Terrorism
Holland shooting - what we know about Utrecht terror attack so far
dailypost.co.uk - Lydia Morris
A manhunt is underway following the incident, which saw a man reportedly open fire on a tram At least one person has been killed and multiple people …
Wales
Charity’s fundraising pays off
southwalesguardian.co.uk - South Wales Guardian Staff
The annual Sue Ladd and Friends presentation evening took place at Penybanc RFC. This year the charity supported Prince Phillip Hospital’s Breast Care …
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Welsh Government
City business bosses invited to attend free Brexit briefing
businessnewswales.com - Swansea Council
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Welsh Government
Holyhead port under threat from breakwater erosion
bbc.co.uk - www.bbc.co.uk
Action is needed to repair damaged Victorian sea defences protecting a Welsh port, experts have warned.
Exports
Tributes paid to Flint musician, 35, who 'touched many people's lives'
leaderlive.co.uk - Aaliyah Rugg
TRIBUTES have been paid to a ‘loveable’ and ‘caring’ musician who died suddenly at the age of 35. Alastair Thomas, known as Ali, was diagnosed with …
Roger Stone
Jenna McDonnell's hair marathon raises thousands for Patrick Pullen and the Sparkle Appeal
southwalesargus.co.uk - Leah Powell
A UNIQUE challenge to raise funds for an unwell 2-year-old and the Sparkle Appeal has smashed its target. Beauty bridal specialist, Jenna McDonnell, …