Wales Assistant Coach Rob Howley has agreed a new contract with the Welsh Rugby Union which will ensure he continues at the helm of the senior team for at least a full…
Author: Richard Gurner
Caerphilly MP Wayne David’s blog: November 21
Caerphilly Gas Works – The Lesson to be LearntThank goodness the main street in Caerphilly is open again. As we all know, the gas works were completed two weeks ahead of the…
Rising cost of motoring putting lives at risk in Wales
Motorists in Wales are putting off essential safety maintenance to their vehicles because of rising costs – a survey has suggested.
Prestigious national award for Caerphilly Council’s IT service
Caerphilly County Borough Council’s IT Service has been awarded a prestigious national award.
Council officers were awarded the ‘NSG Best In Region’ award at the 2011 National Gazetteer Exemplar Awards at the Royal Albert Hall in Nottingham earlier this month.
Team selection for Wales vs Australia
Sam Warburton will continue as national captain for Wales’ Dove Men Challenge clash with Australia at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday, December 3 (2.30pm)– and he leads a 28-man squad which retains…
Tributes paid to Rhymney soldier killed in Afghanistan
A soldier from Rhymney has been killed in Afghanistan after his armoured vehicle was struck by a bomb.
Caerphilly Council writes-off £700,000 of debt its owed
Caerphilly County Borough Council has written off debt worth almost £700,000.
The owed money, covering the period April to September 2011, includes outstanding council tax, rent, business rates and overpaid housing benefits.
26 new jobs announced for Brace’s Newport bakery
Crumlin bakers Brace’s has announced 26 new production posts at its Rogerstone bakeryThe news comes a month short of the first anniversary of Brace’s takeover of the former Warburtons site.In September last…
Safer Caerphilly Volunteer Network looking for members
A network of dedicated volunteers helping make Caerphilly County Borough a safe place to live, work and visit is appealing for new members.The Safer Caerphilly Volunteer Network, which comprises more than 200…
Islwyn MP urges residents to call heating help hotline
Islwyn MP Chris Evans is urging residents to call the Home Heat Helpline, as winter fast approaches.A long standing campaigner against fuel poverty, Mr Evans is encouraging residents of Islwyn to call…