One of the myths of modern politics is that ‘personality’ doesn’t matter. The argument goes that the only thing that is important is the policies a person stands for. Policies are of…
Author: Richard Gurner
Frustration over proposed new health centre in Llanbradach
Councillors in Llanbradach have expressed frustration at the lack of progress in developing a new health centre in the village.They fear the opportunity to use the old All Saints’ church site will…
Mother thanks Llanbradach for support after girl, 11, was attacked
The mother of a 11-year-old girl who was raped in Llanbradach Park has thanked the community for its help during the aftermath of the attack.The woman, who cannot be named for legal…
Pontllanfraith printing firm takes on new apprentices
Islwyn MP Chris Evans has welcomed news that a Pontllanfraith printer is taking on four new apprentices with support from the Welsh Assembly.Mr Evans recently visited the magazine printer Pensord to discover…
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Former Miss Caerphilly backing Labour’s Jeff Cuthbert
Politics and celebrity have been part of the electioneering toolkit for sometime now.Tony Blair got matey with the likes of Oasis and Blur in the 90s and David Cameron had actor Michael…
Ron Davies calls for Assembly policing powers
Caerphilly’s Plaid Cymru candidate Ron Davies has called for the devolution of policing and the transfer of associated funding to the Welsh Assembly.Mr Davies said giving the Assembly powers over the police…
Pentwynmawr Primary School holds Fairtrade fashion show
Pupils from Pentwynmawr Primary School recently held a fashion show with a difference.Modelling clothes made from recycled materials and Fairtrade products, the pupils of the Newbridge school showed off the culmination of…
Caerphilly to host stage of Tour of Britain cycle race
The Tour of Britain cycle race is to head to Caerphilly after organisers announced the county borough would host a stage of the elite competition.The tour will take place between the September…
Abertridwr boy with cerebral palsy given £1,000 trike by charity
A two-year-old boy with cerebral palsy has been given a £1,000 trike thanks to children’s charity React.Louie Meade, from Abertridwr, has difficulty walking, crawling and even sitting unsupported. His parents Kate and…