Our rural towns: Newcastle Emlyn
As part of the Ten Towns programme delivered by Carmarthenshire County Council, rural market towns across the county have received support to develop exciting...
Consultation report into A484 Sandy Road / Maes-Y-Coed Junction Improvements scheme...
Carmarthenshire County Council has sought the views of residents, businesses and road users on its proposal to undertake improvement works on the reconfiguration of...
Uncover Carmarthen’s past with new Blue Plaque Trail
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a lifelong local, there’s now a brand-new and completely free way to explore one of Wales’s oldest and...
The power of relationships in fostering with Marie, Mal and Madison
As Foster Care Fortnight (12-25 May) celebrates the power of relationships, Foster Wales Carmarthenshire is proud to share the heart-warming story of local foster...
Family fun in Carmarthenshire during Whitsun half term
As schools break up for the Whitsun half-term holiday, Carmarthenshire is the place to be for an unforgettable family day out. From outdoor adventures...
Cllr Dot Jones elected as new County Council Chair
Cllr Dot Jones, member for the Llannon Ward, has been elected to the chain of office at Carmarthenshire County Council’s Annual Meeting today, Wednesday...
Changes to waste collections over the Spring Bank Holiday period
There will be changes to bin collections over the Spring Bank Holiday period this year.
All collections will be delayed by one day as shown...
Cefn Sidan Beach at Pembrey Country Park Retains Prestigious Blue Flag...
Carmarthenshire County Council is proud to announce that Cefn Sidan Beach, located within Pembrey Country Park, has once again been awarded the prestigious Blue...
The power of relationships in fostering with Bev and Reg
This Foster Care Fortnight (12-25 May), Foster Wales Carmarthenshire is celebrating the power of relationships in transforming the lives of children and young people...
Marnus’s ambition burning bright
Scarlets hooker Marnus van der Merwe will have the perfect opportunity to press his case for a Springboks call-up when he takes on the...
Scarlets Finals Weekend to celebrate best of grassroots rugby
Parc y Scarlets is preparing to host its first Finals Weekend, celebrating the best of grassroots rugby across the region.
For the first time, the...
Carmarthenshire celebrates growth and investment in tourism during Wales Tourism Week
Carmarthenshire County Council is marking Wales Tourism Week 2025 (12–18 May) by celebrating major investments, new attractions, and the growing impact of tourism on...
Joint statement from the Scarlets and Ospreys
The Ospreys and Scarlets acknowledge the Welsh Rugby Union’s latest statement and the decisions by Cardiff Rugby and Dragons RFC to sign the proposed...
Scarlets make one change to starting line-up for crucial Lions clash
Scarlets will take on the Emirates Lions in a crucial ‘Race to the Eight’ clash on Sunday, showing just one change to the side...
Celebrating Deaf Awareness Week 2025
This Deaf Awareness Week, Carmarthenshire County Council is joining communities across the UK in recognising and celebrating the rich culture, language, and experiences of...
Our Rural Towns: Cwmaman
As part of the Ten Towns programme delivered by Carmarthenshire County Council, the county’s rural market towns have received support to develop exciting new...
Dwayne urges Scarlets to create a slice of history
Head coach Dwayne Peel has urged his players to create a slice of history on South African soil over the next two weekends.
For the...
Join Carmarthenshire County Council and take part in No Mow May!
Research has revealed pollinator numbers are declining in the UK, which could have a serious effect on biodiversity, food supply and even human health....
Council Hwbs help Carmarthenshire residents claim over £7.5m in support payments
Carmarthenshire County Council wants to make sure that all its residents are aware of the financial help and household support that is available to...
A new deal for Kemsley!
Wales international prop Kemsley Mathias has become the latest home-grown player to commit to the Scarlets.
The 25-year-old Pembrokeshire loose-head has signed a new deal...
Jake Ball to return to Scarlets!
Scarlets favourite Jake Ball is returning to Llanelli for next season, the club is delighted to announce.
The 50-cap Wales international spent nine memorable years...
Carmarthenshire schools launch food waste monitoring initiative
To mark Stop Food Waste Day (30 April 2025), we're highlighting the Future Generations Menu (FGM) pilot, an initiative to redesign primary school lunches...
Carmarthenshire to Mark 80th Anniversary of VE Day
Carmarthenshire County Council will be proudly commemorating the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day this May, with a number of special events...
Steff Evans to say farewell to Scarlets at the end of...
Steff Evans to say farewell to Scarlets at the end of the season
Steff Evans, one of the leading try-scorers in URC history, will be...
Carmarthenshire schools pilot new school menu
Three Carmarthenshire primary schools are taking part in a pilot to redesign primary school lunch menus in the county, using local produce to promote...
Live Stream event for the Digital Infrastructure Programme – May 8
The Swansea Bay City Deal’s Digital Infrastructure Programme is hosting an exciting online event:Navigating the Path to Better Connectivity on Thursday, 8th May 2025, and you...
Council looks for help to identify individual following dog fouling offence
Carmarthenshire County Council is looking for help to identify an individual caught failing to clear up their dog’s faeces in Llanelli.
Images captured on CCTV...
Changes to waste collections over the Easter period
There will be changes to bin collections over the Easter period this year.
Good Friday (18 April): Collections will take place on Saturday, 19...
Exciting and Free Easter Activities in Carmarthenshire for Families
Families across Carmarthenshire can look forward to a fantastic Easter season, filled with free and budget-friendly events, markets, and family-friendly activities. Whether you’re looking...
Our rural towns: Laugharne
As part of the Ten Towns programme delivered by Carmarthenshire County Council, rural market towns across the county have received support to develop exciting...
Taine Plumtree commits to Scarlets with new contract
Scarlets’ Wales international back-rower Taine Plumtree has become the latest player to commit his future to the club.
The 25-year-old is in his second season...
Response concerns raised by the public following reports of dogs becoming...
Advice on Hemlock
Carmarthenshire County Council has become aware of concerns raised by the public following reports of dogs becoming ill along certain beaches.
The public...
Bouygues UK achieves net zero at its Pentre Awel project site
Major contractor Bouygues UK, which is building zone 1 of Llanelli’s Pentre Awel development known as ‘Canolfan’, has worked with sub-contractors and its supply...
Swimming Pool at Carmarthen Leisure Centre to close for essential repair...
Due to escalating safety concerns with an increasing number of surface tiles become loose at the main swimming pool and learner pool at Carmarthen...
Carmarthenshire residents attend historic royal assent ceremony
Two Carmarthenshire residents, Mark and Lesley, who have benefited from direct payments through Carmarthenshire County Council’s Social Care services, were honoured guests at the...
Council prosecutes unlicensed dog-breeders
Three unlicensed dog breeders have been prosecuted by Carmarthenshire County Council. Donna Edwards, William Edwards and Elysia Jones of Gelligaeros Bungalow, Cwmffwrd were found...
Blair Murray returns for West Wales derby
Wales international Blair Murray returns to the Scarlets side for the big West Wales derby against the Ospreys on Saturday (15:00; S4C, Premier Sports).
Murray...
Old pals lock horns in west Wales showdown with so much...
Dwayne Peel and Mark Jones go back a long way, but that friendship will be put to one side when they lock horns this...
The Battle of the Loughor
It goes back to the days of Llanelli’s arch rivalry with Swansea, the Turks against the Jacks, ‘The Battle of the Loughor’.
The Loughor Bridge,...
Josh Macleod returns to lead Scarlets against Stormers
Skipper Josh Macleod returns from injury to lead the Scarlets into their crucial BKT United Rugby Championship clash with DHL Stormers at Parc y...
Home-town product Joe Roberts signs new Scarlets contract
Wales international centre Joe Roberts has become the latest player to sign a new contract with the Scarlets.
The 24-year-old, who was part of Wales’...
Pembrey Country Park Crowned Best Campsite in South West Wales Tourism...
Carmarthenshire County Council visitor attraction, Pembrey Country Park is proud to announce its recent achievement of winning the Best Campsite Award at the South...
Council joins organisations across Wales in signing the Charter for Families...
Carmarthenshire County Council has joined other organisations across Wales in signing a charter which commits them to responding to public tragedies with openness, transparency...
Recognising the impact of social workers in Carmarthenshire
This World Social Work Day (18 March), Foster Wales Carmarthenshire is highlighting the dedication of social workers who make a big difference in the...
Our Rural Towns: Cross Hands
Under the Ten Towns initiative led by Carmarthenshire County Council, rural market towns across the county have been supported to create vibrant and economically...
Council seeks views on vision for Llanelli Multi-Modal Interchange
Carmarthenshire County Council is gathering views on plans to transform land to the south of Llanelli Railway Station to create bus, walking, cycling, electric...
Wales international Joe Hawkins signs for Scarlets
Scarlets are delighted to announce their first new signing for the 2025-26 season – Wales international Joe Hawkins.
The 22-year-old will link up with the...
Joe Roberts drafted onto Wales wing for England showdown
Scarlets centre Joe Roberts will make his first Test start on the wing in Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations finale against England in Cardiff. (KO...
Tomi Lewis signs new Scarlets contract
Speedster Tomi Lewis has become the latest player to sign a new contract with the Scarlets.
A product of the Scarlets Academy, the flying wing...
Scarlets quartet named for Scotland test
Four Scarlets are named in the Wales match-day 23 for Saturday’s Men’s Guinness Six Nations clash with Scotland at Murrayfield (16:45; BBC & S4C).
Interim...