Cefn Fforest Miners’ Welfare Hall achieved charity status in 2020 and is run by nine trustees along with numerous volunteers.
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Hefin David MS urges Tata Steel to work with Welsh and UK Governments to avoid job losses
In this blog, Hefin David MS discusses potential job losses at Tata Steel in Port Talbot, which has employees living in Caerphilly.
“Unacceptable”: Health board failing to offer life-improving multiple sclerosis drug
The ombudsman investigated after an unnamed patient, Mrs X, complained the health board had failed to offer her fampridine.
Council clarifies permit rules for seven-seater cars at waste tips
Caerphilly County Borough Council has clarified that residents with seven-seater cars do not need a permit to enter council tips – or Household Recycling Centres to give them their official name.
Man accused of swan attack has charge against him dropped
Scott Price, 35, was arrested after footage showed a man gripping a swan by its neck and dragging it along a path.
Renewed calls for lollipop person after “close call” outside primary school
A concerned mother has called on the council to bring back the school crossing patrol outside Blackwood Primary School after a child was nearly hit by a car.
School thanks ‘pillar of the community’ for 37 years of service
Caretaker John Rowlands retired on February 9 after working at Aberbargoed Primary School for nearly 37 years.
Row over leisure centre demolition rages on as decision day draws closer
A councillor fighting to save Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre from demolition has challenged claims the site is not fit for purpose.
Bedwas Leisure Centre in “final stages” of repair work
Bedwas Leisure Centre has been closed since Wednesday February 7 for “essential maintenance”, but the council hopes it will reopen soon.
Library renovation stayed within budget despite delays and vandalism
The £400,000 refurbishment of Rhymney Library remained within budget despite setbacks and vandalism.