Lightning struck a church in Abercarn causing a fire in the bell tower during storms on July 18.
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Historic Newbridge Memo project nears completion
As Newbridge Memo’s refurbishment nears completion Caerphilly Observer looks at the institutes’ history and the inspiring story of the project.
Seized Manmoel horses given new homes
All of the nearly 50 horses removed from Manmoel Common have been found new homes at sanctuaries.
Caerphilly graduate wins Postcode Lottery scholarship to fund green degree
A Cardiff University graduate has won a scholarship worth £8,500 to study a green-themed postgraduate degree at the Open University.
Body of missing Trethomas man found in Cardiff
A body found in woods in Whitchurch, Cardiff, has been confirmed by police as being missing Trethomas man Michael Lehane.Mr Lehane, 52, was last seen on Thursday June 26, at about 3.30pm…
National Assembly Presiding Officer speaks at Caerphilly Business Forum event
The Presiding Officer of the National Assembly for Wales, Dame Rosemary Butler AM spoke at Caerphilly Business Forum’s Working Women event yesterday, July 17.
Caerphilly Council announce £800,000 project to remove asbestos from schools
Caerphilly County Borough Council is to embark on a two-year programme to remove asbestos containing materials from 37 of its schools.
Police find 42-year-old man dead in Penyrheol
A 42-year-old man was found dead by police in Penyrheol yesterday, July 16.
Bogus caller warning for residents in Machen
Police have warned residents against a bogus caller pretending to be from Caerphilly County Borough Council.The man called at a woman’s home in Machen stating he was from the council and that…
Five headteachers retire after clocking up more than 170 years in the classroom
Five retiring Headteachers with more than 170 years of teaching experience between them have been given a special thank you from the Mayor of Caerphilly county borough.Cllr David Carter welcomed the five…