Unemployment in Caerphilly County Borough fell last month by 3.1%, latest figures show.Despite the fall in people claiming Jobseekers’ Allowance between May 2012 and June 2012, Caerphilly MP Wayne David has said…
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83 motorists fined for illegally parking in Bargoed
Police have fined 83 motorists in the last three months for parking illegally in Bargoed town centre.The issuing of fines – at £30 each – was part of a crackdown by police…
Breton Flag flies from Caerphilly Castle
Visitors and residents to Caerphilly town may have noticed a difference to Caerphilly Castle recently – the black and white flag of Brittany flying.The Gwenn-ha-du – which means white and black –…
Volunteer needed for substance misuse service DAYS
A substance misuse service which has helped an estimated 3,500 youngsters in the last 12 months is looking for volunteers.DAYS (Drug and Alcohol Youth Support), formally known as the CRI Young Persons…
Schools recycle 1.2 tonnes of old batteries
Pupils from 45 schools across Caerphilly County Borough have recycled more than a tonne of old batteries.Caerphilly County Borough Council launched its Schools Battery Recycling Initiative in December last year.In total 45…
St Gwladys Bargoed Primary School awarded Platinum Eco Flag
St Gwladys Bargoed Primary School has been awarded a Platinum Eco Flag for its environmental efforts.
50 drivers caught out in Gwent during 2012 Drink Drive Campaign
Fifty drivers either failed or refused a breath test during a summer drink drive crackdown by Gwent Police.During June this year 3,261 were tested in the force area as part of the…
Aber Valley Summer Scheme 2012 opening next week
Youngsters aged between 11 and 16 can sign up to Aber Valley’s Summer Scheme being held next week.The scheme, organised by Senghenydd Youth Drop In Centre (SYDIC), is being held for two…
Coleg Gwent students take care of Caerphilly’s carers
Coleg Gwent students helped carers enjoy some time to relax at a special event in Caerphilly County Borough recently to celebrate National Carers Week.The group of 24 holistic therapy students from Coleg…
Third prestigious award for Bargoed Library
Bargoed Library has won its third award since opening in October 2011.The project, who redeveloped the Grade II listed Hanbury Chapel, has won in the public sector category of the New Start…