Cllr Kevin Etheridge will remain a councillor for Blackwood but will no longer lead the Independent group.
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Public warned against using fire lanterns as show of support
The public are being warned not to use fire lanterns as a way of showing appreciation for NHS staff and care workers.
Charity urges families to access support during lockdown
Homelessness charity, Llamau, have urged parents to consider the impact the Coronavirus lockdown could have on children’s behaviour.
Council leader: “I would like to thank you all for your continued support during these unprecedented times”
Cllr Philippa Marsden has released a statement thanking residents for following coronavirus advice and outlines the work the council is doing during the pandemic.
Police hunt man as part of drugs investigation
Police are looking to speak to 20-year-old Joshua Evans, from Risca.
Woman shaves hair to raise money for NHS staff night out
Michele Pickett Jones said she made the “drastic” decision to “say a big thank you from the community”.
Gwent Police issue 80 fines to people breaking coronavirus lockdown rules
Eighty fines were handed out to people breaking lockdown rules across the Gwent Police force area during the Easter weekend.
Fire crews tackle 80 hectare grassland and forestry blaze
The fire broke out near Wattsville on Wednesday, April 15.
Volunteers make hundreds of headbands for nurses and carers
Volunteers have been using their sewing skills to make headbands to help those on the frontline in the fight against coronavirus.
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