The Urdd National Eisteddfod is set to bring in an estimated £6 million to the local economy, according to official estimates.More than 100,000 people were expected to visit the festival at Llancaiach…
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11 wheelie bins stolen in Trethomas last month
Eleven wheelie bins were reported as stolen in Trethomas during April, Gwent Police has said.While on patrol recently, officers came across two areas where bins were being burnt out – wasteland near…
Play group raises awareness of rare condition with fun day
A Caerphilly playgroup helped raise awareness of a rare illness by celebrating Say Hello for Williams Syndrome Day on May 15.Bambinos playgroup, which meets every Friday at the Twyn Community Centre in…
More devolved powers for Wales in Queen’s Speech
Wales is to get more power devolved from Westminster, the UK Government has revealed during the Queen’s Speech.The National Assembly of Wales will take control of some major energy projects, such as…
UK’s oldest twins from Abertridwr pass away within weeks of each other
The UK’s oldest twins have passed away within weeks of each other at an Abertridwr care home.Florence Davies and Glenys Thomas, who were 103, were born on November 22, 1911, and grew…
Lewis Girls pupils win Young Enterprise Awards
Pupils from Lewis Girls Comprehensive School have been named ‘best company’ as part of the local Young Enterprise Awards.
Blackwood residents’ association raises cash for Velindre Hospital’s Patagonia trek
A residents’ association has raised £600 for Velindre Hospital with a fancy dress event.Wayne James, of Blackwood, is taking part in a Patagonia trek in November with the aim of raising £6,000…
Machen volunteer looking for sponsorship to attend Hong Kong St John event
A young volunteer is looking for sponsors to help raise money to attend an international youth event next year.
Abertridwr pupils receive letter from The Queen
Pupils at Cwmaber Infants School, in Abertridwr, were delighted when they recently received a royal letter from The Queen.
Caerphilly pupils raise cash for Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research
Pupils at Ysgol Gymraeg Caerffili recently held a fun day for Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research and raised £270.