A police helicopter landed in Bedwas to help police officers on the ground make an arrest.The helicopter was called on Saturday at around 5pm to help guide officers to where a group…
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Oakdale firm’s sweet success with Queen’s Enterprise Award
A sweet manufacturer which won a Queen’s Award for Enterprise has been congratulated on its business success. Bon Bon Buddies Ltd, based on Oakdale Business Park, is one of Europe’s leading supplier…
Cyclist killed in collision in Crumlin
A cyclist has died following a collision this morning in Crumlin.It happened on the A472, Hafodyrynys Road at about 7.20am.Two cars and a cyclist were involved in the collision. The cyclist, a…
IPCC criticises Gwent Police handling of Caerphilly firearms officer who had sex on duty
Gwent Police has been criticised by watchdog the Independent Police Complaints Commission over the way it handled a complaint concerning a Caerphilly firearms officer who had sex on duty.On 10 April 2010,…
Thieves steal fence from Gelligaer Cemetery
Thieves have stolen a newly installed fence from Gelligaer Cemetery.The timber fence had been installed by Caerphilly County Borough Council following a public consultation enclose a waste disposal area.Last month 22 metres…
Public vote winners of ‘Grab a Grant’ competition announced
Five community projects from across Caerphilly County Borough will share £25,000 worth of grants from the Big Lottery Fund after a public vote.
Newbridge Leisure centre reopens
Newbridge Leisure Centre has reopened its doors to the public after a revamp.
Twin towns visit a success
A party of 32 Caerphilly and Llanbradach residents have returned from the biennial twinning visit to the twin towns of Lannion and Ploubezre in Brittany.Staying with local families, the group enjoyed a packed four-day programme of activities….
Bedwas Library closed
Bedwas Library is closed for a £50,000 refurbishment.The largest part of the works will be to introduce an accessible public toilet. The library will also get new shelving, soft furnishings, a new…
Caerphilly teenager handed ASBO
A 14-year-old boy from Caerphilly’s Lansbury Park area has been given an Antisocial Behaviour Order (ASBO).