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Family head back in time

A TIME-TRAVELLING family are getting closer to a wartime journey after a gruelling day of auditions. Read

Grant helps to put safety first

Grant helps to put safety first

ELDERLY people in Galon Uchaf are as safe as houses thanks to security funding. Read

Susan hits the heights in her dad’s memory

HAVING tackled a gruelling 10-day Peruvian mountain trek, Susan England would be forgiven for hanging up her walking boots for good. Read

AM’s bid to stop illegal biking

HUW Lewis is calling for action over illegal off-road motorbikes. Read

Community cash

YOUNGSTERS in Merthyr have hit the jackpot after attracting a lottery payout. Read

Carers given support

CARERS are often described as unsung heroes and many feel they don’t get enough support. Read

Calendars on sale to aid charity work

SMALL change equals big change. Read

Charity event to kick-off

A CHARITY football tournament with a difference will take place next weekend. Read

Specialist nurse is essential for patient care

EMPLOYING a specialist Parkinson’s nurse must be a priority for the Local Health Board, Huw Lewis AM has said. Read

Who’s worthy of your vote?

IS there a shining light in your community that you would like to see officially recognised? Read

Suicidal man blew car up after changing mind

A SUICIDAL man who changed his mind when he tried to gas himself and then lit a cigarette accidentally blew himself up. Read

Learning Welsh is fun for youngsters

Learning Welsh is fun for youngsters

CHILDREN in Aberfan have been treated to a fun day promoting Welsh learning. Read

Bevan’s brainchild hits 60 and is still in the best of health

Bevan’s brainchild hits 60 and is still in the best of health

Saturday will mark 60 years since Aneurin Bevan created the National Health Service. The NHS allowed both the rich and the poor access to medical, dental and nursing care free of change. Since July 5, 1948, the NHS has undergone many changes – none more so than in Merthyr Tydfil. Reporter CATHERINE EVANS and photographer Bob Prosser visited Prince Charles Hospital to speak to a number of staff who have a long history with the area’s NHS Trust and will be marking the landmark anniversary this week. Read

How NHS careers run in the family

THE National Health Service has been a constant part of one family’s life in Merthyr Tydfil. Read

Scenic trail open to public

AFTER two years under construction, the scenic Trevithick Trail was officially launched recently as a number of spectators took to the trail for a leisurely stroll. Read

Nye had a grand idea

THE creator of the NHS Aneurin Bevan was born in Tredegar in 1897. Read

Christine’s sister act

Christine’s sister act

DESPITE living on the other side of the world, one former NHS worker was determined to see the 60th anniversary marked in her home town. Read

It’s Juan for the money

ELVIS has left the building – on a rope. Read

Spirituality given its own reward

A COMMUNITY worker from Merthyr Tydfil has won a ‘spiritual’ award. Read

In praise of Rev Bev

HE’S A reflection of the words to his favourite children’s song, This Little Light Of Mine, I’m Going To Let It Shine. Read

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