The monument commemorates Evan James, who was born in 1809 in a cottage which stood near to where Caerphilly Workmen’s Hall now stands, and his son, James James, who was born in Bedwellty.
Author: Rhys Williams
Takeaway crowned ‘Best kebab house in Wales’
Sam’s Grill House, which is on Thomas Street, picked up the award at a ceremony at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel in London
Help for Heroes fundraising challenge launched
The challenge was created by songwriting duo Dan and Laura Curtis, from Caerphilly.
School children dress up for World Book Day
School children across Caerphilly County Borough have dressed up to celebrate World Book Day.
Threatened surgeries to close, health board confirms
Efforts by health bosses to attract another doctor to take over the practice have failed after it was advertised nationally.
Health board approves closure of Gilfach Surgery
The branch will close at the beginning of next month after an independent health panel backed the closure.
Girls picked for Welsh football squad
Four players at Treowen Stars Girls Football Club have been chosen to represent the Under 15s Girls and Boys clubs of Wales football team in a Home Nations tournament in Scotland.
Plaque commemorating mining disaster victims unveiled
The plaque was unveiled at Waunfawr Park, Crosskeys.
Man wanted after failing to attend court
Neil Norman was meant to appear before Cardiff and Vale Magistrate’s Court charged with criminal damage, theft, assault and affray.
Stalker jailed for four and a half years
He was also handed a ten year restraining order, with an additional five years in prison if the order is breached.