Caerphilly Observer has been named Independent Community News Service of the Year at the 2016 Wales Media Awards.It is the second successive year that we have won the award, which was previously…
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Welsh Government launches new fund to help growth of Welsh businesses
A new £136m EU-backed fund to give businesses in Wales access to finance to help drive their productivity and the growth of the Welsh economy has been launched by First Minister of Wales Carwyn Jones.
Illegally parked motorists in Blackwood targeted by Gwent Police
Gwent Police is cracking down on illegal parking in Blackwood after officers issued over 40 Traffic Offence Reports in one day.
Developers chosen for long-mooted Llanbradach health centre, but site yet to be confirmed
Progress on a new health care centre in Llanbradach has seen a shift in momentum after the contractors in charge of development were announced, but health officials say a site has yet to be confirmed.
Machen road safety group to hold public meeting
A new community group focused on road safety in Machen will be holding a public meeting, ahead of a Speed Watch campaign launch.
Gwent Police issue safety warning to “freerunners”
Gwent Police is encouraging parents to speak to their children about the dangers of climbing scaffolding and onto roofs of buildings, following several recent reports in Caerphilly town centre.
Wayne David “concerned” after Welsh Secretary misses most of Commons debate
Caerphilly MP Wayne David told the House of Commons he was “concerned” after Secretary of State for Wales Stephen Crabb missed a large part of the St David’s Day debate on Thursday March 3.
Caerphilly Ladies’ Choir mark 50th anniversary with concert
Caerphilly Ladies’ Choir has celebrated its 50th anniversary in grand style.
Committee calls for co-operation in potential future council mergers
An “open and constructive dialogue” is key to ensuring that any future legislation to merge Wales’ local authorities is successful, according to a National Assembly committee.
Secondhand car salesman prosecuted by Trading Standards
A Cardiff-based motor company and its company director have prosecuted by Caerphilly’s Trading Standards team for selling a mis-described car.