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Severn Crossing tolls will be cut from January 2018 before being scrapped in full

Friday, September 15, 2017Friday, September 15, 2017

Tolls on the two Severn Bridges will be cut in January next year for the first time when the crossings return to public ownership.

Royal Assent granted for Landfill Disposals Tax (Wales) Act and the Trade Union (Wales) Act

Friday, September 15, 2017

Laws which will give Wales tax-raising powers and repeal certain parts of the UK Trade Union Act have been granted Royal Assent.

Caerphilly Castle to Cardiff Castle run raises £6,300 for Velindre

Thursday, September 14, 2017Wednesday, September 13, 2017

An 11-mile charity run between Caerphilly and Cardiff castles has raised more than £6,300.

Royal Mail resumes partial postal deliveries to Risca residents after safety concerns

Thursday, September 14, 2017Wednesday, September 13, 2017

Residents in Risca are still without their post, nearly three months after the Royal Mail suspended deliveries.

Ynysddu man’s failed record attempt leaves him with egg on his face…literally

Thursday, September 14, 2017Wednesday, September 13, 2017

A man from Ynysddu was left with actual egg on his face after falling short during a world record attempt.

Return of the traffic wardens: Caerphilly Council to take on parking enforcement

Thursday, September 14, 2017Thursday, September 14, 2017

Traffic wardens are set to make a return to the streets of Caerphilly County Borough – although a firm date has yet to be agreed.

Caerphilly dancer makes Strictly Come Dancing bow

Wednesday, September 13, 2017

The 15th season of Strictly Come Dancing began on BBC One on Saturday, September 9, giving viewers a glimpse of the first Welsh professional dancer on the show.

Ystrad Mynach-based recruitment business receives specialist support

Wednesday, September 13, 2017

A new recruitment business has made progress thanks to specialist advice and support from Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Business Team.

Staff member assaulted and £900 taken in post office robbery in Crumlin

Tuesday, September 12, 2017Wednesday, April 18, 2018

A man armed with a metal pole hit a post office cashier over the head and stole more than £900 in cash in an early morning raid in Crumlin.

“Inspirational” public health campaigner June Thomas presented with British Empire Medal

Monday, September 11, 2017Monday, September 11, 2017

An “inspirational” mother who unexpectedly lost her 15-year-old son from a suspected undiagnosed heart condition has been recognised for her fundraising work carried out in her late son’s name.

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