Thomas Rudge, a student from the Rhymney Valley, has been crowned The College Ystrad Mynach UHOVI Learner of the Year 2013.Thomas was awarded the accolade at the UHOVI (Universities Heads of the…
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88% satisfied with Arriva Trains Wales, but fares could be better value
Arriva Trains Wales passengers remain largely satisfied by the company’s service despite fewer travellers believing the company delivers value for money.According to the latest National Passenger Survey, carried out by watchdog Passenger…
IPCC investigating Gwent Police sergeant for alleged sexual offences
The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) is investigating allegations of sexual offences and abuses of power by a Gwent Police sergeant.The 46-year-old unnamed custody sergeant has been suspended since the investigation began…
Asbestos work begins at Cwmcarn High School
Work has started to remove asbestos at Cwmcarn High School with pupils expected to return for the start of the new school year in September.Chair of Governors Gary Thomas said: “Local people…
Appeal for information after dog attack in Gilfach
Police are appealing for information following a dog attack in Gilfach.An elderly man was walking his dog on the playing fields in Vere Street, Gilfach, on June 28, when a mastiff type…
Work on Risca Leisure Centre will be completed by end of July
Work costing £200,000 to improve Risca Leisure Centre is due to be completed by the end of July.A new gym, with state-of-the art fitness equipment has been installed at the leisure centre…
Gwent Police and Crime Commissioner Ian Johnston to appear before Select Committee
Gwent Police and Crime Commissioner Ian Johnston will be questioned by the Home Affairs Select Committe to discuss his role in the shock retirement of former Gwent Chief Constable Carmel Napier.
Promotions for Caerphilly County Borough AMs
Merthyr and Rhymney AM Huw Lewis has been promoted to Education Minister from his position of Minister for Communities and Tackling Poverty in the Welsh Government.
NHS boss: “There will never be an A&E at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr” – Campaigners vow to fight on
There will never be a doctor-led Accident and Emergency unit at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, the NHS boss covering the Caerphilly County Borough area has said.
Caerphilly missing out on Lottery-funded grants
Caerphilly County Borough is missing out on millions of pounds worth of lottery funding, according to a report by a leading council body.