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Wales Online
6 days ago
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- Wales Online
Tonight's Swansea City news as target to hold talks with rivals and Darling destination touted
Tonight's Swansea City news as target to hold talks with rivals and Darling destination touted The latest Swansea City news Oli McBurnie is set to be on the move this summer (Image: Getty ) Here's your round-up of all the latest Swansea City news for Monday, June 16. McBurnie set for Hull talks Hull City are reportedly hoping to make a breakthrough in their pursuit of striker Oliver McBurnie this week, with the forward set to hold talks with Sergej Jakirovic. According to our colleagues at Hull Live, the Tigers have been in discussions with the Scotland international since his departure from Las Palmas, following the Spanish side's relegation from La Liga. Sign up to the Swansea City WhatsApp service to get breaking news and top stories sent to your phone The same report claims those talks have been positive, despite alleged interest from former club Sheffield United. Should the Blades part with boss Chris Wilder, the chances of a return to Bramall Lane are viewed as unlikely. Article continues below Swansea have also held a tentative interest in the striker this summer, although at the time of writing there hasn't been any sort of approach. It now seems that Hull are reasonably well placed to get a deal done, and it's believed a financial package between the two parties has been 'broadly agreed' Norwich confident over Darling Norwich City are reportedly growing increasingly confident of securing a deal for out-of-contract Swansea star Harry Darling. A number of sides have expressed an interest in the 25-year-old, who's just confirmed he will be leaving the club. As well as the Canaries, Birmingham City, Wrexham, Sheffield United, and Rangers have all expressed an interest over the last few weeks. Swansea have improved their squad with the arrival of Cameron Burgess on a free transfer from Ipswich Town, however. And Norfolk-based publication The Pink 'Un now claims Norwich, under the leadership of Darling's former boss Liam Manning, are leading the race. The report claims that while a deal hasn't yet been signed, the club are "in the process of finalising a deal that will see them secure his services". Fan forum raises thousands for charity Swansea City have confirmed their recent fans' forum and charity fundraising evening raised £4,000 for charity. The amount, which was raised during the event at Camarthen Town last week, will be split between Swansea Bay Health Charity's Cwtsh Clos appeal and The GO Jones Scholarship. Supporters raised £1,645 on the night, while Swansea City Supporters Trust Chair Dave Dalton contributed an additional £1,000, with an additional £1,355 donated by Swansea Building Society. 'It's been a fantastic evening, and has raised some great money for two really good charitable causes as well,' said Paul Ashley-Jones Carmarthen Town AFC communities director. Sign up to our Swansea City newsletter here. Article continues below 'The scholarship funds academy places for disadvantaged children, and the money raised tonight will help fund a large number of places next season and we're delighted.' Swansea City Supporters' Trust Chair, Dave Dalton, added: "It's been great to help arrange this event on behalf of Carmarthen Town. It's something the Trust are always looking to do more of as it undoubtedly helps supporters feel a closer connection to the club and directly ask questions that are important to them. "To be able to add a fundraising element to the forum worked amazingly well too and to be able to raise £4,000 with the help of everyone who attended plus the generosity of Alun Williams and the Swansea Building Society made it an evening to remember."
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Yahoo
Missing Norfolk sailor found dead; sailor in pretrial confinement
A Norfolk-based sailor who went missing almost two weeks ago has been found dead, and another sailor is in pretrial confinement in connection with the case, Navy investigators said Tuesday. The body of Culinary Specialist Seaman Angelina Petra Resendiz, 21, was discovered Monday by the Naval Criminal Investigative Service in a wooded area in Norfolk, Virginia, NCIS said in a statement. Resendiz, 21, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer James E. Williams, disappeared May 29 after being last seen at her barracks in Miller Hall on Naval Station Norfolk. NCIS has placed a sailor in pretrial confinement in connection with Resendiz's death, with charges under the Uniform Code of Military Justice pending, the service confirmed. NCIS did not provide additional details, including the sailor's identity, citing an ongoing investigation. 'NCIS remains committed to uncovering the facts surrounding the tragic death of Seaman Resendiz to ensure accountability and justice,' NCIS said. After Resendiz vanished, the Virginia State Police issued a critically missing adult alert, hoping for the public's assistance in discovering her whereabouts. Publicist Kimberly Wimbish issued a statement to local media on behalf of the Resendiz family after a body was initially recovered and prior to the NCIS's confirmation that the body was that of Resendiz. 'Angelina is a loving, compassionate, and devoted individual who has always prioritized the well-being of her family and those around her,' the statement read. 'Her absence has caused immense grief for all who know and love her.' The NCIS investigation remains ongoing, in collaboration with Navy leadership, the Norfolk Police Department, Virginia State Police, Virginia Search and Rescue and federal and local law enforcement authorities.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Yahoo
EXCLUSIVE: Video of Z104's ‘Shaggy' arrested at Virginia Beach crime scene
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — A popular local radio DJ was arrested after police said he showed signs of intoxication while trying to enter a crime scene Wednesday morning. According to officials, 43-year-old Brandon Stokes, also knows by his stage name 'Shaggy' on Norfolk-based Z104's morning show, was charged with DUI and obstruction of justice. Police said that just after 9:30 a.m., officers encountered Stokes in the 4600 block of Honeygrove Road, saying he was showing signs of intoxication while attempting to enter a nearby crime scene, in which officers shot a man brandishing a replica handgun at them. VBPD: Suspect brandishing replica handgun shot by officers at storage unit on Honeygrove Rd. A spokesperson with VBPD told WAVY 10 that officers saw Stokes arrive to the scene driving a vehicle. Court documents state that Stokes attempted to drive through the crime scene, claiming that he is allowed to drive through since he owns property near scene. Officers told Stokes multiple times he was unable to drive through the scene. Stokes was said to have become 'belligerent' and using profane language, saying to officers at one point, 'you wanna bet?' One of the officers at the scene noted that Stokes was slurring his words while speaking, and asked Stokes if he had been drinking. Around an hour after officers initially placed Stokes under arrest for DUI, they conducted a breathalyzer test, which resulted in a .18 BAC — more than double the limit for driving in Virginia. 10 On Your Side was at the scene, where they saw Stokes being put in handcuffs. Stokes has since bonded out of jail. WAVY 10 has reached out to Stokes and are waiting to hear back. Continue to check for updates. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Bittersweet homecoming for USS Harry S. Truman
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — On Sunday, thousands of people were excited to greet their USS Harry S. Truman sailors pier side. Families reunite with sailors as USS Harry S. Truman returns in Norfolk It was a bittersweet homecoming after an extended deployment that made headlines several times for not just missions, but million-dollar mishaps. Norfolk-based USS Harry S. Truman loses aircraft, tow tractor Carrier Strike Group 8 lost 3 F/A-18 Super Hornets while at sea, totaling $180 million. in what the Navy called a 'friendly-fire' accident. Retired naval aviator shares insight on 'friendly fire' incident in the Red Sea The aircraft carrier was also involved in a collision with a merchant ship near the entrance of the Suez Canal in the beginning of the group's deployment. US aircraft carrier collides with merchant ship near Egypt, but no injuries reported The strike group conducted missions ranging from exercises with NATO allies in Europe to combat operations in the Middle East, with no loss of life. 'Today is not just a homecoming,' said Rear Admiral Sean Bailey, Commander of Carrier Strike Group 8. 'It's the return of every sailor back to their family.' Bailey described the deployment as 'up-tempo', and its homecoming reflected that. The Truman was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, which was displayed on the ship when it pulled into view Sunday. Also on display was metal carnage on the side from the collision with the merchant ship. Issues like the collision and the lost jets left questions of where some issues may lie. Commanding Officer Capt. Christopher Hill said he couldn't be prouder of the group of sailors. Particularly, his praised their ability to change what people may perceive to be the shortcoming of Generation X in the military. He said he saw no cowering or fallback, but instead, he said the sailors just kept fighting and fighting. Some may say U.S. Navy ships haven't seen this kind of engagement since the Persian Gulf War of 1990. Truman was in a 50-day streak of continuous strikes, launching Tomahawk missiles and precision airstrikes aimed at degrading the Iranian backed Houthi rebels' capabilities to disrupt commercial shipping in the Red Sea. Truman also accomplished the largest airstrike in history launched from an aircraft carrier when 125,000 pounds of ordinance was launched against Islamic State terrorists in northeast Somalia. Stay with for more local news, weather and traffic. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Norfolk-based USS Gravely captures hundreds of pounds of cocaine worth over $13 million
The Norfolk-based USS Gravely last week seized more than 850 pounds of narcotics while in the Caribbean Sea. The ship's search and seizure team had boarded a 'vessel of interest' on May 25 and found 19 bales of cocaine, according to a news release from the Navy. A spokesperson for the Navy said the drugs had a street value of $13.6 million. 'Seamless integration of U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard maritime assets (are) integral to border protection — this is an excellent example of that teamwork,' said Vice Adm. Doug Perry, commander of the U.S. 2nd Fleet. 'Border security is national security.' The USS Gravely has been in the gulf since March 15 and works with Coast Guard personnel to target drug trafficking, illegal immigration and transnational crime.
