The funding has been used to buy a greenhouse for the centre’s Climate Change Garden, which will allow vegetables and plants to grow all year round.
Author: Rhys Williams
It can take two years to get a disabled parking bay, but no-one can explain why it takes so long
In the past 12 months, there have been 21 applications for disabled parking spaces submitted to Caerphilly County Borough Council.
Ukraine ‘super sponsor’ scheme to remain on hold
The scheme, which was launched in March, has so far seen more than 4,000 visas issued to people fleeing the war in Ukraine.
Cwmcarn Forest Drive marks one year since reopening with ceremony
Last summer, the drive finally reopened to the public, but Covid restrictions were still in place – meaning an opening ceremony had to be delayed.
Man arrested after two lorries crash on industrial estate
The 46-year-old was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and remains in police custody.
Half a million pounds worth of cannabis seized in police raid
More than 1,000 cannabis plants worth around half a million pounds have been seized by police in Aberbargoed.
Record turnout as Machen Show returns for first time in three years
Having last been held in 2019, the show’s 79th edition received an “overwhelming response” from the public, according to its chairman, Kevin Stanworth.
Cocktails with a view of the castle as Gatehouse opens new upstairs lounge bar
Caerphilly bistro Gatehouse has officially opened its new upstairs lounge bar – bringing cocktails with a view to Castle Court Shopping Centre.
Creative and wellbeing classes for all ages at Newbridge Memo
Activities such as children’s create and craft, 3D workshops, puppetry and performance classes are all on offer at the Memo.
Author channels own personal tragedies in story book helping children with self-esteem and grief
Author Jess Childs, from Machen, has released her latest book, Ivy and the Mole – the second instalment in her ‘Big Issues for Little People’ series.