Teachers across Caerphilly County Borough will strike tomorrow in a continuing row over pay, pensions and terms and conditions.
Author: Gareth Hill
Ystrad Mynach couple set for Caerphilly’s first gay wedding
A couple from Ystrad Mynach are set to make history with the first gay wedding in Caerphilly County Borough.
Three arrested in Trinant murder inquiry released without charge
Three people arrested in connection with the murder of Trinant father Ian Davies will face no further action.
When Thatcher broke the unions – Caerphilly’s miners’ strike 30 years on
Communities throughout Caerphilly County Borough were affected by the miners’ strike of 1984. The industrial conflict created unprecedented community spirit and division. Gareth Hill spoke to those involved in the strike, from miners to activists – and to the women who found their political voice.
New CCTV cameras installed on Maesycwmmer Viaduct
Nine brand new CCTV cameras have been installed by the council in Ystrad Mynach and on the Maesycwmmer Viaduct, replacing ones originally installed in 2001.
Bid to raise £1.3m for new St Martin’s Church community centre
Churchgoers are aiming to raise up to £1.3 million for the redevelopment of St Martin’s Church in Caerphilly due to the closure of their Parish Hall.
Construction of wind turbines at Oakdale Business park completed
The construction of two 130 metre-high wind turbines in Oakdale has been completed three years after plans were first unveiled.
Caerphilly residents urged to join Big Spring Clean
Residents, community groups and schools are being encouraged to grab their litter pickers, spades and wheelbarrows and join forces with Caerphilly County Borough Council for its Big Spring Clean campaign.
Caerphilly youngsters elect Plaid Cymru councillor Mike Prew as Youth Champion
Plaid Cymru councillor Mike Prew has been re-elected as Caerphilly’s youth champion for two more years.
Donkey calls into Abermill Care Home
Residents at Abermill Care Home in Abertridwr are used to a visitors throughout the day, but even they were unprepared for a visit from a donkey.