Concerns have been expressed over the future of a GP surgery in Trinant.
Author: Richard Gurner
Save the Children Gala Concert raises £900
The Caerphilly branch of Save the Children raised almost £900 during a gala concert celebrating 60 years of fundraising.
Former accountant turned priest takes charge of Gelligaer Parish
A former accountant is the new priest-in-charge of the Parish of Gelligaer.The Rev Gary Powell, 50, was licensed at a special service recently by the Archbishop of Wales, Dr Barry Morgan.He takes…
Green Flags for four Caerphilly County Borough parks
Four parks in Caerphilly County Borough have been awarded a prestigious Green Flag for 2013.The award recognises and rewards the best parks and green spaces in the country as well as driving…
Changes to roads near Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr
Caerphilly County Borough Council has said planned changes to roads near Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr are due to driver feedback.There will be lining and signing alterations to Cwm Ddu and Royal Oak roundabouts…
Bargoed rapist refused permission to appeal sentence
A serial rapist from Bargoed has had his application to appeal his 18-year sentence turned down by judges.
Maesycwmmer girl hasn’t had a day off school in eight years
Young Georgia Marshall is in a class of her own – she’s not had a single day off school for EIGHT years!And turning up to register at Maesycwmmer Primary School for more…
South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s blog: August 7
Penyrheol by-election Through the Observer, I’d like to thank the voters of Penyrheol ward for their support for the Plaid Cymru candidates in last week’s county borough and community council elections.Steve Skivens…
Rhymney riding centre holds its first awards night
Haylemma Centre, a licensed riding school in Rhymney, held its first Annual Awards Night last month at Rhymney Rugby Club.The awards were presented by Councillor Carl Cuss to riders in recognition of…
Caerphilly Miners’ Centre project elects new chair
A charity which aims to transform the former Caerphilly Miners’ Hospital into a community centre has elected a new chairman.Caerphilly MP Wayne David is the new chairman and director of the board…