Llanelli
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Llanelli
From Welsh; literally, “Church of Saint Eluned,” also spelled Almeda, Eilineth, Eiliwedd, and Ellyw; see origin at land ( def. )
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This week Hywel Dda health board also closed two wards at Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli because of scabies.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
"We understand the concerns raised by residents and businesses in parts of Llanelli regarding increased fly activity and appreciate the frustration this is causing," said councillor Aled Vaughan Owen of Carmarthenshire council.
From BBC ● Jul. 7, 2026
Sharon Williams, 41, from Llanelli, was walking home in December when she did not see the pothole, causing her to fall face first and hit her head.
From BBC ● Mar. 15, 2026
Born in Llanelli, Wales, on Sept. 4, 1963, she was the daughter of movie producer John D. Schofield, whose credits included “As Good as It Gets” and “Jerry Maguire.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 4, 2026
Nia Griffith, Labour MP for Llanelli, said ministers needed to fully analyse the latest test results on noise and vibration limits as soon as possible and make decisions on next steps "without delay".
From BBC ● Jan. 14, 2026
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