A Caerphilly-born darts player is hoping to break a world record to raise cash for Wales Air Ambulance.Steve Davies, 40, and work colleague Richie Williams, from Barry, are hoping to break the…
Author: Richard Gurner
A4048 Wattsville re-opened after smash
The A4048 has re-opened after an earlier accident between a car and a recovery truck.The crash happened at about 10am outside the Nine Mile Point Industrial Estate, between Wattsville and Cwmfelinfach.The driver…
School exhibition reveals history of slavery in Rhymney Valley
School pupils from Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni have produced an exhibition exploring the Rhymney Valley’s hidden history of slavery.The exhibition which exposes the link between the Rhymney Valley and the slave trade…
Police warning after spate of Blackwood burglaries
Police in Blackwood are reminding residents to check the security of their homes following a recent spate of burglaries.During the last seven weeks, 14 homes in Blackwood have been targeted, where entry…
Motorists face summer delays because of Second Severn Crossing roadworks
Motorists using the Second Severn Crossing face long delays because of resurfacing works, UK Transport Minister Mike Penning has said.Speaking in a debate on crossing tolls on Thursday, Mr Penning said: “Work…
Parents and teenager share their fostering experiences to inspire others
A couple and a 16-year-old girl have shared their experiences about foster care to inspire others.Foster Care Fortnight runs until May 29 and Caerphilly County Borough Council is looking for more people…
Safer Caerphilly Volunteer Network to discuss drug problems
A network of dedicated volunteers is to meet on Monday May 23 to discuss community safety.The Safer Caerphilly Volunteer Network, which comprises more than 200 volunteers, will meet council, police and health…
University student from Ystrad Mynach has design chosen for shopping park campaign
A student from Ystrad Mynach has won the chance to style a real-life model as part of a project between the University of Glamorgan and Talbot Green Shopping Park.Seiran Chubb, and four…
School pupils help with litter pick in Risca and Abercarn
Officers from Caerphilly County Borough Council teamed up with local school children recently to promote the National Spring Clean Campaign, with a clean-up in Risca and Abercarn. The council’s Tidy Towns Tidy Places…
Communities to receive £400,000 boost
A £400,000 boost for community focused projects has been given the green light by councillors.At a meeting last week, Caerphilly County Borough’s cabinet agreed the funding which will be spent on projects…