A credit union has opened up its services to corporate customers.Housing association United Welsh is the first corporate saver with Caerphilly-town based Smart Money Cymru.The not-for-profit organisation recently deposited £83,000 of savings…
Author: Richard Gurner
Machen pub to be turned into family home
Building work has already begun to turn a historic pub into a five-bedroom family home – without planning permission.The Fwrrwm Ishta, on Commercial Road, Machen, closed its doors last year after landlord…
Police target parking problems in Ystrad Mynach and Nelson
The Ystrad Mynach policing team issued 48 parking fines in September and ten fines in October.Officers have been targeting problems in the main shopping areas, especially outside banks in Commercial Street in…
Have your say on Nant Llesg surface mine plans
A councillor is urging residents to have their say on plans to mine six million tonnes of coal at the top of the Rhymney Valley.Company Miller Argent has submitted a planning application…
Body of missing Blackwood man found in Pontllanfraith
The body of a missing 81-year-old Blackwood man has been found, Gwent Police has said.Derek Pontin was last seen on Bridge Street, Blackwood between 3.30pm and 4pm on November 7 by a…
Charity Christmas shoebox appeal deadline approaching
The deadline for Christmas charity shoebox appeal is looming.Each year, charity Samaritan’s Purse appeals for churches, schools, businesses and individuals to pack shoeboxes with gifts. These are then donated to around 1…
Wales squad show their support to Matthew Rees
The Wales rugby side will show their support for former captain Matthew Rees this weekend by wearing jerseys with a special symbol embroidered onto the sleeve.The Cardiff Blues hooker is currently facing…
Body of missing Markham man Mark Skirpan found
Police have confirmed the identity of body found in the Markham pit area is of missing 23-year-old Mark Skirpan.Mr Skirpan was last seen at his home address in Markham on Monday November…
Wales a ‘minefield’ for young entrepreneurs
Welsh youngsters need a clear ‘route map’ to help them through the minefield of starting their own business, according to a National Assembly committee.The Enterprise and Business Committee found a significant difference…
Share your views on S4C
An S4C viewers’ evening will take place on Monday November 18 at 7pm in the Virginia Park Golf Club in Caerphilly.Viewers will be given the opportunity to give their feedback on recent…