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Neath News
The latest news roundup for Neath and South Wales brought to you from 3 local news providers; WalesOnline (0 stories), This Is South Wales (14 stories), BBC News (18 stories). Our news roundup is updated twice daily, click any link to view the full story in a new window on the news provider's website.
South Wales Evening Post commented Savage blow hits Ferrie Bodde
FERRIE Bodde faces a fight to save his career after news that he has suffered a third cruciate ligament injury which will rule him... (read full story...)
From This Is South Wales, 2/8/2012
Virgin offers 250 jobs in Swansea
Virgin Media confirms that around 250 new jobs are being created in Swansea as the company expands to meet demand. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/8/2012
Footballer's apology after arrest
Swansea striker Leroy Lita apologises to the club's fans after reports he was arrested by police in London on Sunday night. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/8/2012
Beach death man's identity solved
The mystery surrounding the identity of a man whose body was washed up on a Hampshire beach has been solved. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/8/2012
Davies suspended for Six Nations
Wales lock Bradley Davies is banned for seven weeks and will miss the rest of the Six Nations Championship. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/8/2012
Verheijen's positive Wales talks
Wales assistant Raymond Verheijen reveals he had a "positive" first meeting with new Wales manager Chris Coleman. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/8/2012
County assess interim Parade move
Rodney Parade could host football matches for the first time as Newport County consider moving games to Newport's famous rugby stadium. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/8/2012
South Wales Evening Post commented Appeal to publish 2003 report on race body Awema
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From This Is South Wales, 2/8/2012
PJL1967 commented Family of 8 in 3-bed house turned down council's offer
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From This Is South Wales, 2/8/2012
South Wales Evening Post commented Please stand as councillors
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From This Is South Wales, 2/8/2012
South Wales Evening Post commented Delight as new owners reopen Port Talbot's Grand Hotel
NEW owners have stepped in to reopen Port Talbot's Grand Hotel just two weeks after its shock closure. (read full story...)
From This Is South Wales, 2/8/2012
Llanelli Star commented Senior medic's Prince Philip Hospital battle cry
A SENIOR member of medical staff at Prince Philip Hospital has called for the people of Llanelli to join together to stop services... (read full story...)
From This Is South Wales, 2/8/2012
welshwyn commented Charity chief in 'race motivated criticism' claim
A SWANSEA-BASED charity under investigation for misuse of public funds is facing racially motivated criticism, in the opinion of... (read full story...)
From This Is South Wales, 2/7/2012
Concern for welfare of 'Wolfman'
Police say there are concerns for the welfare of a man known locally as 'Wolfman' who has been living rough in woods in Carmarthenshire for several years. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/7/2012
Welsh towns have most empty shops
Port Talbot has one of the lowest shop vacancy rates in Wales, unlike nearby Swansea (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/7/2012
South Wales Evening Post commented New car park is required
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From This Is South Wales, 2/4/2012
Oil plant blast staff questioned
Police confirm two people have been questioned over potential manslaughter offences following an oil refinery blast last year which killed four people. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/8/2012
'Slur' leader backed in key vote
Carmarthenshire council leader Meryl Gravell survives a vote of no confidence against her, prompted by a controversial speech. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/8/2012
Road closed after diesel spill
A road in Carmarthenshire is closed in both directions after a fuel tanker crash causes a 2,000-litre diesel spillage, say emergency services. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/8/2012
Men rescued as fire destroys flat
Two elderly men were rescued by firefighters during to a fire which gutted a neighbouring flat. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/8/2012
Gatland warns of tip tackle fines
Wales head coach Warren Gatland warns he may fine his players should they continue to tip tackle opponents. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/8/2012
Tovey agrees Cardiff Blues move
Jason Tovey is to leave Newport Gwent Dragons at the end of the season to join Welsh Pro 12 rivals Cardiff Blues. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/8/2012
VIDEO: Welsh Assembly
Plaid Cymru's Simon Thomas called on the education minister to delay his announcement on primary school banding on 8 February 2012. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/8/2012
'Little Switzerland' trees felled
An area known as "Little Switzerland" because of its Alpine-like forestry could lose its nickname because of a tree-killing virus. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/8/2012
This is SouthWales commented Virgin Media creates 250 jobs at Swansea call centre
TELECOMS company Virgin Media has announced 250 jobs are set be created at its Swansea call centre. (read full story...)
From This Is South Wales, 2/8/2012
South Wales Evening Post commented Jailed for spitting at former partner
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From This Is South Wales, 2/8/2012
V_Jones commented Wales lock Bradley Davies banned for remainder of Six Nations
Wales lock Bradley Davies faces a seven-week ban after he was cited for a tip-tackle during the Six Nations win over Ireland on... (read full story...)
From This Is South Wales, 2/8/2012
South Wales Evening Post commented We haven't give up fight
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From This Is South Wales, 2/7/2012
FairnessChamp commented Dangerous claims
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From This Is South Wales, 2/7/2012
Swansea expect Rodgers interest
Swansea City chairman Huw Jenkins says manager Brendan Rodgers will soon be targeted by one of the Premier League's top clubs. (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/7/2012
Hotel occupiers facing eviction
Group occupying vacant hotel in Swansea served with eviction notice (read full story...)
From BBC News, 2/6/2012
welshwyn commented Decision not to suspend charity chief is defended
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From This Is South Wales, 2/4/2012
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