South Wales Guardian

1 day ago | southwalesguardian.co.uk | Dan D'Alessio

Lewis Jones raced at Snetterton in The British Supersport class. Due to competing in the Supersport Cup Championship, Lewis can only participate in 8 of the 11 rounds for championship points, so the weekend was used more as a test with the Triumph bike at Snetterton. The free practice sessions were on Friday, June 20 and the ambient & track temperatures were high in the hottest weekend of the season so far.

2 days ago | southwalesguardian.co.uk | Dan D'Alessio

Ammanford deputy mayor Calum Higgins believes funding is needed to attract more visitors while providing a reason for young people to stay in the town. The petition launched by Vice Chair of School Governors at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman, Debbie Elias, has asked Carmarthenshire County Council to invest in an entertainment centre in Ammanford. Mr Higgins said: “Ammanford is failing in terms of investment. I support what Debbie is trying to achieve.

2 days ago | southwalesguardian.co.uk | Elizabeth Birt

The first event, held at All Saints Church, saw the dedication of a new standard for the Ammanford-based Military Veterans Club Cymru. Reverend Ali Reeves led the service, which took place at the end of Holy Communion, bringing veterans and dignitaries together for the unveiling of the local military charity's flag standard. This standard is set to feature in future events, including Remembrance Sunday.

3 days ago | southwalesguardian.co.uk | Tom Moody

Anthony Jones stole meat from Tesco in Ammanford. (Image: Google Street View) A SHOPLIFTER was caught stealing more than £50 of meat from a Tesco store. Anthony Jones, 43, of Heol Haydn in Ammanford, appeared at Llanelli Magistrates’ Court charged with shoplifting. Jones was alleged to have stolen meat valued at a total of £57.90 from Tesco in Ammanford on June 13. For the latest crime and court news for west Wales, you can join our Facebook group here.

3 days ago | southwalesguardian.co.uk | Elizabeth Birt

Lee Lewis, who oversees the Maes Y Rhos housing development in Ystradgynlais, has won a Pride in the Job Quality Award from the National House Building Council (NHBC) for his work with Persimmon Homes. He is one of 15 Persimmon site managers across the UK to receive the award this year. Mr Lewis said: "It’s a fantastic feeling to be recognised by the NHBC – and a huge credit to everyone on the team.