Six youngster from Caerphilly Youth Forum were offered the opportunity to represent Caerphilly County Borough at an international ‘Peace Jam’ event recently.
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St James Primary School in accessible minibus fundraising appeal
St James Primary School is appealing for donations to help it purchase a disability minibus.
Newbridge man jailed after impersonating charity worker to steal money from elderly
A man from Newbridge who targeted the vulnerable and elderly in a series of scams has been jailed for 18 months.
Blackwood’s Manic Street Preachers create Euro 2016 anthem for Wales
Following in the fine tradition of New Order, Rod Stewart and Chas and Dave, Blackwood’s Manic Street Preachers will prove their patriotism by releasing the official anthem for their country’s football team.
Short move to new home for Trethomas post office
Trethomas post office is set for a new home, just 25 metres from its current Newport Road location.
Parties come to blows over Council’s decision to cut highways budget
A decision by Caerphilly County Borough Council to cut £100,000 from the road surfacing budget has led to a fierce dispute between the Labour and Plaid Cymru groups.
Awareness project launched after spate of deliberately set grass fires in Caerphilly
A joint project aimed at reducing incidents of deliberate grass fire setting in Caerphilly county borough has returned for 2016 after figures showed an increase in the amount from last year.
Regeneration of Wales’ most deprived area begins with community group out to prove that Lansbury Park matters
Stagnant. Desolate. Run-down. These are just a few words used to describe the Lansbury Park estate in Caerphilly in the past – and it’s been called much worse.
Surprise honour for Senghenydd youth worker
A youth worker who has given many years of service to the people of Senghenydd and the Aber Valley has been honoured with a surprise award.
RAF veteran’s 95th birthday celebrated with “living wake”
An RAF veteran, who served during the Second World War, celebrated his 95th birthday in style by holding his own “living wake”.