Bookmakers Ladbrokes officially opened its new shop in Caerphilly town on the weekend.The new shop, on Cardiff Road, has been open since the end of June but staff and punters got together…
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Cut crime not costs with Justice Bill says Islwyn MP
Islwyn MP Chris Evans has hit out at the Government’s proposed justice reforms.The Labour MP has said the Tory-led UK Government should put crime fighting above cost cutting and that the New…
Caerphilly County Borough politicians condemn British Gas price hike
Politicians in Caerphilly County Borough have again voiced their concerns at rising energy costs.On Friday, British Gas announced an 18% increase in gas and a 16% increase in electricity. This follows a…
Risca man killed in road accident on B4598, Usk
A 32-year-old man from the Risca area has been killed in a road accident. Gwent Police is appealing for information following the fatal accident in the early hours of Sunday morning (July 10).At…
Water watchdog keen to hear views
Residents are being encouraged to share their views on Welsh Water at a public meeting called by an industry watchdog.The Consumer Council for Water Wales Committee is inviting members of the public…
Caerphilly AM’s support for free diabetes testing scheme
Caerphilly’s Labour AM Jeff Cuthbert has voiced his support for a scheme offering free diabetes risk tests.Throughout last month, Lloyds pharmacies offered people the test in its 700 branches across Wales.About 30…
Caerphilly Council set to underspend budget by £6million
Caerphilly County Borough Council is set to underspend its budget by £6million this year, according to a recent report.Cllr Colin Mann, deputy leader and cabinet member for resources, welcomed the report.He said:…
Coleg Gwent students help to keep Wales tidy
Coleg Gwent students helped to collect 20 bags of rubbish from a Welsh beach when they took part in a clean with Keep Wales Tidy.The Business and Welsh Baccalaureate students, based at…
Youth Forum members raise cash for charity
Young people from Caerphilly County Borough’s Youth Forum got on their bikes recently to raise money for charity. Each year the Youth Forum chooses a charity to support and this year Cancer Research…
Mod fashion arrives in Blackwood
Blackwood High Street has welcomed a new shop in the form of Mod fashion retailer Carnaby Street. The shop sells clothing and accessories inspired by the Mod movement and adds an authentic ‘retro’…