The Welsh Government has published new advice for bus companies and local authorities ahead of plans to make the wearing of seatbelts on school buses compulsory.The guidance will set out what local…
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Islwyn MP to call debate challenging government on Army Career Office closures
Islwyn MP Chris Evans will challenge the UK Government on the closure of army career offices during a Westminster Hall debate later today (Wednesday February 13).The Ministry of Defence has recently announced…
Blackwood man comes unstuck after theft of Spiderman slipper
A Blackwood man has been sentenced with a 12-month conditional discharge after he admitted stealing a pair of Spiderman slippers.
Senghenydd Youth Drop in Centre awaded grant of £12,800
Senghenydd Youth Drop in Centre has been awarded a grant of £12,800 over two years from the Lloyds TSB Foundation for England and Wales.
Labour councillor cleared by Public Services Ombudsman for Wales
A Labour councillor reported to the Public Services Ombudsman for Wales after allegedly not declaring an interest during a vote to award council bosses huge pay rises has been cleared of any wrongdoing.
Ystrad Mynach College students tackle coaching scheme in USA
Ystrad Mynach College students now have the opportunity to develop their budding football coaching skills across the pond in the USA.
Police appeal after attempted robbery in Bargoed
Police are appealing for information following an attempted robbery at Best One convenience store on West Street, Bargoed yesterday (Monday February 11).The attempted robbery took place at about 4.30pm when two men…
Real Crisp firm fined £8,000 after Bargoed man loses thumb at Crumlin factory
Real Crisp maker Sirhowy Valley Foods has been fined £8,000 after an employee lost his thumb in an unguarded machine at its factory in Crumlin.
Caerphilly’s Tommy Cooper statue gets some Comic Relief
He’s known for his red fez, but comic Tommy Cooper’s statue in Caerphilly town had a Comic Relief red nose placed on him in a stunt to promote the charity.
Oakdale cake company Just Love Food Company signs national deal with Tesco
An Oakdale company which bakes nut-free cakes has secured a deal with Tesco to supply its products nationwide.The Just Love Food Company, based at Oakdale Business Park, will this week see its…