In her latest blog, South Wales East MS Delyth Jewell talks about the 11 unknown men killed in the Albion Pit Explosion of 1894, who are all buried near Nelson.
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School pupils plant community orchard with pear, apple and cherry trees
A new community orchard has been planted by Llancaeach Junior School pupils and teachers in Nelson.
Second oldest agricultural show in Wales celebrates 150 years
The second oldest agricultural show in Wales, the Bedwellty Show, has celebrated its 150th anniversary.
New play area opens at Llancaiach Fawr
A new outdoor play area has opened at council-owned tourism venue Llancaiach Fawr Manor near Nelson.
Wallball club looking to put Wales and Nelson on the map
Wales’ only wallball club is representing the sport on the international stage as secretary promises the ‘best is yet to come’.
More than £300k meant for community projects has gone unspent
More than £300,000 for community projects has gone unspent, despite councillors being made aware of the available funds.
Committee linking residents and firm behind controversial quarry re-established
The quarry has caused tension in Gelligaer, Nelson and Penybryn due to concerns about dust, noise pollution, and lorry movements.
Man suffers life-changing injuries after falling off bike
In a statement, Gwent Police said: “Officers were dispatched to an emergency call on Nelson Road, Ystrad Mynach, regarding a male who had fallen off his bike and has suffered life changing injuries.”
Bedwellty Show returns this month after pandemic hiatus
The family-friendly event will have livestock, horse exhibits, vintage car and tractor displays, trade stands, craft stalls and more.
Wind farm development still on track, but fewer turbines will be built
Originally, 20 wind turbines measuring 200m high were to be built north of Senghenydd.