Dr Richard Gater’s new book examines how young men in former industrial communities navigate masculinity, education and work – informed by his own journey from low-paid jobs to a Cardiff University PhD.
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Green light for food van at nature spot
Plans for a new food van near a Caerphilly beauty spot have won council approval.
Welsh Government details £27bn spending plans amid political wrangling
The Welsh Government has unveiled details of the £27bn draft budget as ministers face a significant political test to get the spending plans passed by the Senedd.
Takeaway owner’s late-night opening plan meets resistance
A Caerphilly takeaway owner’s plans to open later at night faces stiff resistance over concerns it will lead to disruption for nearby residents.
Community conference to explore technology’s role in tackling climate change and fuel poverty
A free community conference exploring how technology and local innovation can support the fight against climate change, food and fuel poverty is being held in Caerphilly this week.
Valleys Street Art Project transforming communities with bold murals
The Valleys Street Art Project, which began as one man’s idea over a bag of chips, has grown into on of the most colourful and talked-about cultural movements across the county borough.
Hundreds in temporary accommodation as borough’s housing pressures rise
A lack of suitable “move-on” housing is piling pressure on temporary accommodation services in Caerphilly.
Former church may be converted back into homes
A vacant church in Brithdir can be converted back into homes, Caerphilly Council planners have decided.
Caution urged over car park price hikes across Caerphilly County Borough
The local authority raised the prices for its car parks as part of this year’s budget plans, which also did away with one-hour and three-hour tariffs.
New digital advertising boards proposed for borough’s town centres
Four new digital boards could be installed in prominent town-centre locations across Caerphilly County Borough.