Caerphilly town’s new £5 million library has attracted almost 20,000 visitors since it opened its doors last month.
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Caerphilly shops join Heroes Welcome scheme to support Armed Forces
Shops in Caerphilly County Borough are to become the first in Wales to embrace a national scheme to recognise the contribution made by the Armed Forces.
Volunteers needed to clear Castle View lake in Caerphilly
Calls are being made by three Plaid Cymru ward councillors for volunteers to clean up a popular lake on the Castle View housing estate in Caerphilly.
Anger at council plans to cut cleaners for elderly in Caerphilly
A domestic cleaning service that helps elderly and disabled people live independently is facing the axe because of council cuts.
Quick-thinking Trecenydd taxi driver helps save passenger’s life in Senghenydd
A taxi driver has been praised after his quick-thinking helped save the life of a passenger who had fallen ill.When Castell Cabs driver Robert Withers attended Senghenydd Health Centre on a routine job to pick up a passenger…
Islwyn AM to stand down
Islwyn’s Labour Assembly Member Gwyn Price has announced he will stand down at the 2016 Assembly election.Mr Price, who succeeded Irene James in the seat in 2011, said he would not be seeking re-election to spend more…
Ystrad Mynach dance event raises cash for Cardiff Breast Centre
An event at Ystrad Mynach’s New Cottage Dance Centre raised more than £9,000 for a breast cancer charity.
Caerphilly’s oldest fridge gives food for thought as council raise awareness of energy efficiency
At a time when rationing was still in force across Britain, one Caerphilly housewife was the envy of her neighbours as the proud owner of a brand new fridge.
South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s blog: February 20
South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s regular blog for Caerphilly Observer.
Day of advice for children’s carers
Parents, carers and professionals who look after and work with children with additional needs are being offered advice at an event on Friday.Twenty-five support agencies are attending the event at, Pontllanfraith Comprehensive…