Work is beginning on exciting new improvements to the visitor experience of life in the 17th century at Llancaiach Fawr Manor.The scaffolding is going up and over the top of the much…
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Appeal for information following burglary in Deri
Police in Rhymney are appealing for information following a burglary at a property in Morgan Street, Deri some time between 4pm and 7pm on Monday February 24.A handbag, purse and jewellery was…
Caerphilly Council approves £14.5m budget cuts and a 3.9% council tax increase
Cuts of £14.5m were approved unanimously at Caerphilly County Borough Council’s budget meeting following a mass walkout by Plaid members.Plaid Cymru group leader Cllr Colin Mann led the walkout after an amendment…
Caerphilly Council set to debate budget for 2014/15
Cuts to council services worth almost £15 million will be discussed this evening as councillors look to agree Caerphilly County Borough Council’s budget for 2014/15.A rise in council tax of 3.9% will…
Plotting a course for arts and crafts in Caerphilly
Artists and craftspeople looking to raise their profile and gain new customers in Caerphilly county borough are being urged to join an exciting arts project.Caerphilly’s Rural Development Plan (RDP) programme and Caerphilly…
Working towards a tidy Twmbarlwm
Work to improve an historic mountain is starting to show benefits, according to the community group charged with its protection.Last year the Cymdeithas Twmbarlwm Society received £24,000 to help protect and improve…
Outstanding achievement for Blackwood learner
A Blackwood woman who earned her first qualification at the age of 59 has been recognised for her hard work.Gaynor Pope won the ‘Outstanding Achievement Award’ at learning provider ACT’s annual Apprenticeship…
Church help for homeless in Caerphilly County Borough
A network of local churches is providing support for rough sleepers in Caerphilly County Borough.The Caerphilly Churches Night Shelter scheme sees Caerphilly County Borough Council working with seven churches in the Blackwood…
Job help on offer in Risca
Help is on offer for people looking for work at a job club held in Risca.The club is held at the TLC Partnership Café in Ty-Sign, Risca, every Wednesday between 9am and…
Mock trial for St Cenydd School pupils
School pupils are to get first-hand experience of the judicial system when they take part in a mock trial.Youngsters from St Cenydd School, in Trecenydd, will be taking part in specially written…