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Disaster - Wheel comes off Penydarren
Engine enthusiasts were disappointed when told the Penydarren will not run because it has lost a wheel! The locomotive had just finished a few trial runs when disaster struck, at the end of the line the inside back axle snapped, the engine did not fall over and was kept horrizontal by the coal boogie. The locomotive was then nursed back to the shed where it was propped up with wooden logs. An engineer said that they do not carry spare parts for the Penydarren and it would not run today. All museum staff were embarrassed and disappointed with the disaster and the show inside was unaffected. The handsome replica locomotive was built by staff at the former Welsh Museum in Cardiff. The Penydarren ran in the 1800's from Penydarren ironworks in Merthyr, to Abercynon , hauling its load of iron and unofficial passengers!
Welcome to Swansea Bienvenue vers Swansea
Welcome to Swansea Willkommen nach Swansea
Abertawe yn croesawu holl ymwelwyr Swansea welcomes all visitors
The Met Office has issued severe yellow weather warnings for snow and ice in parts of Scotland, Wales, northern England and the Midlands. Gale force winds, which reached up nearly 70mph on Tuesday night, also show little sign of relenting in northern areas of England and Wales, according to forecasters.
OLYMPIC TORCH RELAY
On 26 and 27 May, Swansea is hosting the iconic Olympic Torch Relay in the heart of the city. As one of only four overnight stops in Wales, the day promises to be a once in a lifetime opportunity to be part of the Olympic Games. Line the route on Saturday 26 May as torchbearers carry the Flame from Langdon Road in SA1, across the Sail Bridge, up Princess Way through Castle Square to the Kinsway, St helens Road and passing by the Guildhall. The Flame will travel along Oystermouth Road to Sketty Lane to its overnight destination in Singleton Park.
Gas cylinder fire
Two fire appliances with a ambulance and the police were called to a propane gas cylinder bottle alight at the USE factory in Crymlyn Burrows. No one was hurt.
The big screen is ready and the flags go up
X Factor star in Oxford Street
X Factor Star John Adams and his guitarist Tom Kent were in Oxford street doing a bit of busking and drawing the crowds. John who has appeared on the X Factor in 2010 and 2011 but failed to make the finals is now busking around the country to make money to get into the music industry with his talented voice. John who has links with One Direction has been singing in cities such as London, Portsmouth, Cardiff, Bristol and Brighton. John has already made a Cd., to which he is proud of, and is selling well. John who lives in Wales will be continuing his tour around the country.
Robin Gibb has died aged 62
Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees has died after a long battle with cancer.
The family said in a statement: "The family of Robin Gibb, of the Bee Gees, announce with great sadness that Robin passed away today following his long battle with cancer and intestinal surgery. "The family have asked that their privacy is respected at this very difficult time." Robin Gibb had suffered with ill health for many years. He underwent emergency surgery for a blocked intestine in 2010, having to cancel a number of shows in Belgium in 2003 aged just 53, Robin's twin brother Maurice died after complications from a twisted intestine.
Wales has the best beaches in the world... and they are cleaner than ever
Tor Bay
They are the jewels in Wales coastal crown.
Whether you’re looking for tales of piracy, a romantic stroll or an afternoon building sandcastles it’s tricky not to have fun on one of Wales’ beaches. Now Keep Wales Tidy have issued their 2012 list of sands that have scrubbed up to be the cleanest in the country. Pembrokeshire has topped the list with 12 included. Anglesey, Ceredigion and Gwynedd all come joint next with six apiece. Weatherman Derek Brockway – star of Weatherman Walking – loves Wales’ waterfronts for the variety of conditions they are susceptible to. He said: “Some of Wales’ beaches are absolutely stunning, we have got some of the best beaches in the world." “Barafundle Bay is a cracking one, that has been in the top ten and three cliffs bay is stunning – as are some in the Gower. "Now, with summer on the way, we want to know what your favourite beaches are, in the quest to find out the most loved beaches on our coastline. Please let us know so we can send our camera team there, thanks. TISW
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NIGHT LIFE DISTRICT
just quick note regarding this saturday 19th May we are holding our first URBAN retro beach all dayer start at 4pm.
From the Sail Bridge to Mumbles Pier - On a bike!
OLYMPIC TORCH IN THE CITY
On 26 and 27 May, Swansea is hosting the iconic Olympic Torch Relay in the heart of the city. As one of only four overnight stops in Wales, the day promises to be a once in a lifetime opportunity to be part of the Olympic Games.
Looking to get out of Swansea for the day? Then why not spend the day at Cardiff's Historic Castle.
South Atlantic Medal Association (Wales)
HMS Penzance will be in Swansea from June 12 to 15 to support SAMA Wales, with officers and crew members attending the service.
Dizzy Rascal will be appearing at the Pembrey Beach Brake Live 2012. The festival dates are 14 and 18 of June at the Pembrey Country Park.
What's on
Coming to Swansea soon is the Pilot Cutter the SEAMARK Owned by the Pilot Cutter Seamark Trust, is undergoing a refit in the dry docks Swansea, she will be moored by the Hallwick Lightship when finished.
Sign up for Paris ride
Anyone wishing to take part in the fundraiser, between August 22 and 26, should contact Richard Smith, of Action Bikes, on 07824 325 186 or email info@sarnhelen sportif.org
Paul Daniels - Magician
He materialises, as if by magic at Swansea's Grand Theatre on Saturday, May 26, at 7.30pm with his meticulously turned out wife and sidekick Debbie MaGee.
Paul Merton (Live out of my head) Grand Theatre Wednesday 23rd May
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DUTY CALLS
SWANSEA Lord Mayor Dennis James 9am: Swansea branch of the Historical Association's excursion to Wells Cathedral.
CHAMPERS
Jimmy Carr
GAGGING ORDER
Swansea Grand Theatre Sat 9 June 7pm & 10pm
Homecoming for soldiers
Welsh sodiers returning from Afganistan will be marching on Swansea this month as part of their homecoming parade. Troops from 1st The Queen's Dragoon Guards (The Welsh Cavalry) will be heading to the city on May 30 following their challenging seven-month tour of Helmand Province.
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