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A-Level student was bitten on the thumb by boyfriend she then stabbed - court hears

Katherine McGrath and boyfriend Alyn Thomas

AN A-level student accused of murdering her boyfriend said she stabbed him in self-defence after he pushed, bit and spat at her.

Katherine McGrath, aged 19, denies killing Alyn Thomas, from Cymmer, near Port Talbot, at her home in Bridgend after a drinking session on the day she received her A-level exam results.

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Campaigners attack housing plans 'secrecy'

CAMPAIGNERS against the transfer of council homes in Neath Port Talbot have blasted the authority for withholding information which they say is vital to a fair debate. Spokesman for the...

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Fire at waste treatment plant near Swansea

The waste treatment plant in Crymlyn Burrows

FIREFIGHTERS tackled a blaze at the Crymlyn Burrows waste treatment plant near Swansea. Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service was...


Dad-of-six killed in motorbike accident

Darren Campisi

A FATHER of six has died in a motorbike accident near his home town of Port Talbot. Businessman and "wonderful" husband and dad Darren...

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Brawl 'disgrace' soldier set for Afghan service

A NEATH soldier due to serve in Afghanistan has avoided a jail term following a brawl in which a man had part of his ear bitten off. Shaun McAuliffe, of the Royal Welsh regiment, was among...


Plea for witnesses after motorcyclist killed on road

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a motorcyclist died after a crash on the A48 at Margam. The accident, involving a 32-year-old man, happened approximately 100 yards east of the...


Letter threat over hospital smoking row

POLICE have been called in after a man was sent a threatening letter for complaining about Neath Port Talbot Hospital staff smoking in his street. The man, who was warned he would "face the...

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Gatland keeps faith with Jones

WALES coach Warren Gatland has made two changes for the RBS 6 Nations clash against Scotland on Saturday — but lock Alun Wyn Jones keeps his place.

Jones was sin-binned during Wales's 30-17 defeat at Twickenham on Saturday, and England scored 17 unanswered points in his absence.

British and Irish Lions Test player Jones was...

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Swans ace ready for mighty challenge

Swans ace ready for mighty challenge

ASHLEY Williams is relishing the chance to tackle Wayne Rooney — but expects as tough a test against Crystal Palace's Alan Lee...

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Parks recalled to face Wales

PHIL Godman has paid the price for Scotland's opening RBS 6 Nations defeat to France as Dan Parks was recalled at fly-half for Saturday's trip to Wales. Parks' return was one of three...

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Ospreys full of hope for Fussell

Ospreys full of hope for Fussell

THE Ospreys say Richard Fussell has "all the attributes" to succeed at the Liberty after signing the winger from the Dragons. The...

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Pratley: Palace are no mugs

Pratley: Palace are no mugs

DARREN Pratley has warned Swansea City not to expect an easy ride when they tackle crisis club Crystal Palace. Palace have tumbled down...

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Imogen Thomas from Llanelli and her latest love

Imogen Thomas.

BIG Brother star Imogen Thomas has been photographed kissing and cuddling with Crimewatch presenter Rav Wilding, just weeks after splitting up with footballer Jermain Defoe.

The pair were photographed together in London, and are rumoured to have been dating for weeks.

A friend of Imogen's said: "Rav's smitten with Imogen and she's...



NEW! Top ten video games in the UK - February 8, 2010

HERE is our new weekly list of the top ten video games in the country, supplied by Gamestation in Union Street, Swansea. 1. Mass Effect 2 2. MAG 3. Dante’s Inferno 4. Call Of Duty:...

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Panto star Lewis Bradley receives threat after internet rant about Swansea

Panto star Lewis Bradley receives threat after internet rant about Swansea

SWANSEA panto star Lewis Bradley was threatened after it was revealed the actor had been slating Swansea on his Facebook page. The...


Kelly Clarkson and her fears for kid star Shaheen Jafargholi

Kelly Clarkson

KELLY Clarkson has said she fears for child stars like Swansea's Shaheen Jafargholi. The American Idol winner spoke to Celebrity Scoop,...


Film review: It's Complicated

IF audience participation sings film success then the ooohs, aaaahs and belly laughter coming from Screen 10 of Swansea's Odeon during escapist rom-com It's Complicated grade it as a 10 out...

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