A company based in Ystrad Mynach is set to make waves in the consumer market this summer after launching its innovative product at 40 branches of supermarket giant Tesco.Arella Creations Ltd, with…
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Caerphilly MP Wayne David critical of elected Police Commissioners plan
Caerphilly’s Labour MP Wayne David has spoken out against government plans to introduce directly elected Police Commissioners labelling the idea “crackpot”.The coalition government has published a consultation paper proposing the creation of…
The Welsh-language TV channel picks Ellis Owen as interim chief executive after the sudden departure of Iona Jones
Caerphilly County Borough Council launches new regeneration strategy
Caerphilly County Borough Council has launched a new five-year regeneration strategy – a blueprint to guide development in the county borough.The strategy was officially launched at a national town centre regeneration conference…
Fly-tipping costs Caerphilly taxpayers almost £170,000 to clear up
Illegal fly-tipping cost Caerphilly County Borough Council almost £170,000 to clear up during 2008/09.The council has revealed the cost to the local taxpayer as it appeals to fly-tippers to get rid of…
Pengam man and Blackwood woman in final for Welsh Learner of the Year
A former engineer from Pengam and a former IT worker from Blackwood are both in the running for Welsh Learner of the Year at the National Eisteddfod.Pengam-born Dai Williams gave up learning…
Rhymney trader fined for selling booze to children
A Rhymney trader has been prosecuted for selling alcohol to children.Karen Harris who runs Spike’s Shop in Brynteg Crescent, Rhymney was prosecuted after allowing the sale of a 70cl bottle of cherry…
Caerphilly holidaymakers urged to keep their home safe this summer
Community Safety Wardens in Caerphilly County Borough have been distributing leaflets on home security for holidaymakers.They have dropped leaflets at local travel agents ,who will be offering them to their customers.The leaflet,…
Caerphilly Council leader attacks opposition over no confidence motion
Councillor Lindsay Whittle, Plaid Cymru leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council has accused opposition councillors of misleading campaigners who opposed the closure of a care home in Risca.Cllr Whittle has spoken out…