The monument commemorates Evan James, who was born in 1809 in a cottage which stood near to where Caerphilly Workmen’s Hall now stands, and his son, James James, who was born in Bedwellty.
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Plaque commemorating mining disaster victims unveiled
The plaque was unveiled at Waunfawr Park, Crosskeys.
Council backs campaign to reduce the noise of fireworks
The council will now write to Welsh Government and urge them to mitigate any negative impacts on animals and vulnerable people of the hosting of firework displays.
MPs call on UK Government to help flood-hit communities
Gerald Jones MP and Wayne David MP have called on the UK Government to provide more help to flood-hit communities.
AM calls for council tax relief for flood victims
Delyth Jewell AM has called on the council to make flooding victims exempt from paying council tax for six months.
Council plans for new apprenticeship academy
While in the academy, individuals could be given life coaching, one-to-one mentoring, upskill training and help in addressing barriers to employment.
Work to build new business units to begin in the summer
The new units will offer a combined 1,300 square metres of floor space and could potentially accommodate up to 16 businesses.
Education centre plans welcomed – but questions remain
The plan aims to ensure children not in school receive the same standard of education as those in mainstream settings.
Post-16 education plans approved
The new arrangements for post-16 education will come into force in September.
Flooding victims to receive financial help from Welsh Government
Victims of the flooding caused by Storm Dennis are set to receive financial help from Welsh Government.