In an era of online selling, Trading Standards officers from Caerphilly County Borough are now patrolling virtual market spaces as well as physical ones.
Author: Richard Gurner
New record shop opening in Ystrad Mynach – win a £25 voucher
Ystrad Mynach will have a new record shop this weekend – and readers of Caerphilly Observer can win a £25 voucher for the independent retailer.
Success celebrated at the Caerphilly Business Club Awards 2023
A business that helps independent retailers has been named start-up of the year at the 2023 Caerphilly Business Club Awards.
Citizens Advice: “Making a difference to people’s lives”
How the Caerphilly Blaenau Gwent branch of charity Citizens Advice is helping people during the cost-of-living crisis.
Remembrance poem: One Way Ticket by Bill Gabb
As thousands of people prepare to commemorate the fallen during this year’s Remembrance weekend, local author and ex-miner Bill Gabb has sent this Remembrance poem to us.
Ffos Caerffili container market project suffers sewer connection problems
The construction of Caerphilly’s new multimillion pound container-style market has suffered delays due to problems connecting it to the town’s sewer.
Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day services to be held across borough
There will be services, parades and the laying of wreaths across Caerphilly County Borough this month to mark Remembrance.
Stagecoach South Wales shortlisted for UK Bus Awards
Stagecoach South Wales has been shortlisted in this year’s UK Bus Awards for two categories – Top National Bus Depot and Unsung Hero.
Mother and daughter killed in M4 crash
A mother and daughter from Caerphilly, who were devoted to their family have been named as the victims of a major crash on the M4 in Wiltshire.
Logic of health board closing minor injury unit overnight questioned by Senedd Member
Temporary overnight closure of minor injury unit at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr will be made permanent.