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“She melted everyone’s heart” – Tributes to one of the borough’s oldest residents

Friday, February 23, 2024Friday, February 23, 2024

Lillian Rose Howitt, who was born prematurely weighing just 1.5lbs, has passed away aged 105.

“True Caerphillian” – former school headteacher passes away aged 97

Thursday, February 22, 2024Thursday, February 22, 2024

Roy Trotman was the original headmaster at Lansbury Park Junior School in Caerphilly, now St James’ Primary, and also taught at The Twyn and at various youth clubs.

Councillor who was the heart of his community remembered

Wednesday, July 13, 2022Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Community Councillor Bill Allen, who died last month, has been remembered as a fun-loving, mischievous soul, who was dedicated to his family and community.

Tributes paid after death of snooker icon Doug Mountjoy

Monday, February 15, 2021Monday, February 15, 2021

Snooker icon Doug Mountjoy, who was born in Tir y Berth, has died at the age of 78.

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