Rhymney’s People’s Postcode Lottery winners will feature in a documentary about how their lives have changed on Channel 4 this January.
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After 15 years of unemployment, man celebrates three years in work with promotion
In 2019, Iestyn Grills had been unemployed for 15 years. Now, he is celebrating a promotion after three years working at Ystrad Mynach Tesco.
More dog-fouling enforcement patrols possible after complaints ‘higher than normal’
More dog fouling enforcement patrols could soon be operating in the Upper Rhymney Valley after an increase in the number of complaints.
“Every time I shut my eyes” Jack Lis’ mother speaks of distressing last image of her son
The mother of Jack Lis, the ten-year-old boy killed in a dog attack, has spoken about the final image of him.
Woman changes plea and admits murdering mother’s best friend during drunken row
Rebecca Press, 31, killed Richard Marc Ash, 57, at the her mother Michelle’s home in Long Row, Elliots Town, New Tredegar, by plunging a 7.5cm kitchen knife into his chest.
Senedd Member says UK Government to blame for council music cuts
Islwyn MS Rhianon Passmore, a former music teacher, has blamed UK Government austerity policies for the council’s planned cuts to music services.
Fundraiser to bring Bluebell Woods into community’s hands launched
A community fundraiser aiming to ensure the much-loved Bluebell Woods is “preserved for future generations” has been launched.
“Devastating” – Barclays Bank confirms closure of Bargoed branch
Barclays Bank has confirmed its branch in Bargoed town centre will close this April, citing a fall in the number of customers who use it.
Stagecoach reverses plans to scrap return tickets after outrage
Stagecoach has reversed its plans to scrap returns after it was met with outrage – including from Gerald Jones MP.
Council headquarters to get new £1.4m heating system
Senior councillors have approved a spend of £1.4 million on a new heating system at the main council offices.