Prime Minister David Cameron has announced new devolution powers for Wales, that he claimed will pave the way for a referendum on income tax.Speaking at the Millenium Stadium on February 27, Mr…
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Robber jailed for “cowardly” attack on Risca pensioner in home
A robber has been jailed for ten years after attacking a 68-year-old woman in her own home for £40.Daniel Rowlands, 28, of Holly Road Risca, smothered his victim’s face with a towel…
Teen pregnancy hits record low in Caerphilly County Borough
Teenage pregnancy rates have fallen by almost 70% in Caerphilly County Borough, according to latest official figures.
Motorhome stolen in Penyrheol
A motorhome was stolen from outside a house in Penyrheol overnight between Monday March 2 and March 3.
Newbridge Memo opening gala a sell out
Newbridge Memo celebrated 90 years and the completion of its restoration by holding a sold out gala concert featuring Manic Street Preachers’ James Dean Bradfield.
Second-hand car salesman from Nelson prosecuted by Trading Standards
A second-hand car salesman has been ordered to pay almost £3,000 after he sold a non-existent warranty on a vehicle to an unsuspecting couple.Huw Carl Ludlam, 45, company director of South Wales…
Newbridge to get a riverside park in new regeneration project
Work to create a riverside park under Trecelyn Viaduct will get underway this month as part of the Newbridge Development Programme.
Free entry to Caerphilly Castle as St David’s Day celebrated
Caerphilly Castle will be open for free as St David’s Day is celebrated across the county borough over the weekend.
Small business warning over pension changes
Small businesses across Wales will get a letter from The Pensions Regulator urging them to prepare for new pension duties.The regulator is writing to every small employer in Wales to tell them…
Dispersal order issued for Caerphilly town after reports of anti-social behaviour
A 48-hour dispersal order has been announced across Caerphilly town after youths were seen free running across the roof of Caerphilly Indoor Market.