While the scorching hot temperatures were enjoyed by many this summer, volunteers at the Universal and National Mining Memorial Garden in Senghenydd struggled to stop the lovely heathers and lawns from dying from lack of water.
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Volunteers have raised £4,865 for Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr
A Royal Voluntary Service fundraising group have raised £4,865 for Ysbty Ystrad Fawr in almost three years.
Islwyn MP stresses the importance of oral history
Islwyn MP Chris Evans has called for people to record the oral history of the South Wales Valleys after visiting the Crumlin Navigation Colliery.
Caerphilly care home manager nominated for a Wales Care Award
A care home manager who held senior roles in the NHS for 27 years before moving into social care with ambitions of “making a difference” has been nominated for a Wales Care Award.
Almost 200 homes across Wales flooded as a result of Storm Callum
Almost 200 homes across Wales fell victim to flooding as a result of Storm Callum, Wales’ environment minister has said.
Staff at Markham shop raise £2,400 for Velindre
Staff working at a One Stop store have helped raise £2,416 for Velindre Cancer Centre.
No arrests made over theft of iPhones from Currys store in Caerphilly
Investigations into the theft of two iPhones, worth around £2,000, are still ongoing, Gwent Police has said.
Major fire safety concerns at care homes owned by Caerphilly County Borough Council
Major concerns have been raised over outdated fire alarm systems and fire safety measures at several council-owned care homes in Caerphilly County Borough.
Cocaine gang jailed for a total of 41 years
Six members of a cocaine ring have been jailed for more than a total of 41 years.
Plans for up to 300 new homes at Grove Park thrown out by planning committee
Plans to build up to 300 homes have been thrown out by Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Planning Committee.