A project which turned a dumping ground into a community garden has been recognised for its green efforts by a council-backed award.Oakdale and Penmaen Community Woodland took the top prize at this…
Author: Richard Gurner
New jobs at Nantgarw IT firm
An IT firm based in Nantgarw has announced it is expanding its workforce by creating six new posts and three apprenticeships.Logicalis, which provides IT support to public sector organisations in Wales and…
Caerphilly Business Forum blog: Awards celebrated business success
In his regular column for Caerphilly Observer, Caerphilly Business Forum’s chair Tony Sheehan looks back on the 2012 Caerphilly Business Forum Awards.
Connie Fisher launches ‘Ty Coffee’ in Oakdale
West End stage star and TV personality Connie Fisher is to open a new café in Oakdale on Saturday December 1.The singer will be helping to launch Ty Coffee on the Square…
River of Light Parade workshops
The first in a series of workshops where children can make lanterns for this year’s River of Light Parade are to take place this weekend.The free workshops will be held at Caerphilly…
Police launch anti drink/drug driving campaign for Christmas
Police have launched this year’s drink and drug driving campaign.
Missing persons law is one step closer says Islwyn MP
Islwyn MP Chris Evans has said a new law helping families of missing people is a step closer to being introduced.The Presumption of Death Bill, if made law, would make it easier…
Rugby Union: Wales make four changes for Australia test
Wales have made four changes – all to the pack – for the final clash of the 2012 Dove Men Series, against Australia at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday (kick-off 2.30pm).
Woman attacked near Moat House pub, Caerphilly
A 22-year-old woman out walking her dog was pushed to the ground and punched two men.
Car plunges into river in Machen
A woman had to be rescued this morning after her car broke through a fence and plunged 15ft down a banking into a river.