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Driver led police on dangerous pursuit while his wife was away on holiday
Courts
Evan Sykes drove on the wrong side of the road, weaved his way through heavy traffic, and went through a red traffic light
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One of Neath's ugliest buildings is to be tidied up
Neath Port Talbot
The crumbling building was formerly used as a hair salon
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Fire death and alleged murder plot go unreported by media
Crime
An unexploded grenade found in a residential area is also among the incidents on the list
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Murderer's 'malign influence' led partner into drug dealing
Courts
Natasha Welch was being used by Emmett Morrison to carry drugs for him
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Boy, 13, arrested after knife found at school
Wales schools
The knife was not from the school canteen or cooking department
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The hidden gem nature reserve stretched along a route called Waterfall Road for a spectacular reason
Neath
Often overshadowed by other waterfalls in the area, you can easily reach this hidden gem to take in the sights of Wales' natural beauty without having to hike for miles and miles
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Man mistaken for a burglar at friend's house turns out to be a heroin dealer
Courts
Stephen Michael told police he was at the address collecting personal items for a friend who had been sent to prison
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Motorcyclist taken to hospital after serious crash on interchange
Traffic and Travel
Part of the road was closed as emergency services attended the scene
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Man seen openly selling drugs in popular town centre park
Courts
Christopher Welke has more than 200 previous offences on his record including 147 for theft and dishonesty matters
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Family share heart-breaking image of final goodbyes to baby girl hit by car in her pram as they thank the public
Neath
Mabli Hall died from the brain injuries she sustained
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The giant former industrial sites that once powered Wales' economy and what became of them
Welsh history
Some remain as huge hulking ghosts of the past
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The mystery of the pensioner known for his high-vis jacket who vanished into thin air a year ago
Missing people
Police are renewing an appeal for information about 79-year-old Roger Simons
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A care home resident was asked what she would like for her 95th birthday and her answer surprised everyone
Neath
'It was one of the best days I have ever had and one I will never forget'
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Pensioner sexually assaults woman and creepily tells her he wants to be her 'sugar daddy'
Courts
When questioned by police former soldier Allan Bamford said the allegations against him were false. But unbeknown to the 67-year-old defendant the victim had recorded him apologising to her
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Pet killed and owner injured after being attacked by three dogs
Swansea
Police are appealing for information
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Neath MP Christina Rees barred from Labour election selection
Neath
Labour have confirmed that Carolyn Harris will fight for the new constituency of Neath and Swansea East at the next general election
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Mourners dress in little Mabli Hall's favourite colour purple at funeral for 'our sunshine' who died in car crash
Neath
Mabli Cariad Hall, who died after a collision outside Withybush Hospital last month, was described as 'the apple of her family's eye'
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Man dead after quad bike crash on the A465
Neath
The crash saw the road shut on both sides for hours
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Man killed in crash after A465 is shut in both directions
Traffic and Travel
The incident happened on the northbound carriageway
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The absolutely massive transformational projects planned for this Welsh county
Neath Port Talbot
Some big things are happening
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Famous Welsh rugby club sold for £1 amid plea for town to step up
Neath RFC
The club were facing winding-up orders four years ago but are back in the Premiership this season
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How a Welsh teenager became a violent killer, preying on random men and women for thrills
Welsh history
Elizabeth Jones when just 18 and working as a dancer in London clubs when she met a wannabe gangster with a gun
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While everyone searched for Mathew Scott his friend knew the terrible truth - he was dead under a blanket in his flat
Crime
Police turned to entomological evidence to help solve the highly unusual case
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Man arrested on suspicion of drink driving after cyclist is hurt in crash
Neath
The A4107 in Blaengwynfi was closed for a time in both directions following the collision
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