In his regular column for Caerphilly Observer, Caerphilly Business Forum’s chair Tony Sheehan congratulates those shortlisted for the Caerphilly Business Forum Awards 2012.
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National Assembly to debate report examining Welsh Government’s borrowing powers
The National Assembly for Wales is to debate whether or not the Welsh Government should be allowed extra powers to borrow money.The debate, which will take place later today (October 24), will…
Caerphilly Council warning over door-to-door pressure sales
Residents in Caerphilly County Borough have been warned to be extra vigilant after reports of pressure sales from door-to-door salesmen in the area.Gwent Police and Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Trading Standards have…
Move to Ebbw Vale agreed for Cwmcarn High School pupils after asbestos discovery
All of Cwmcarn High School’s 900 pupils are to be moved after the discovery of asbestos.On Tuesday, councillors at a special meeting to discuss the closure agreed the plan to move pupils…
Online Caerphilly start-up wins award
A Caerphilly-based internet venture which helps people donate to charity has won a prestigious award.
Volunteers to be celebrated at One Beat event this week
The invaluable work of volunteers across Caerphilly County Borough will be celebrated at a special event this week.Representatives from around 80 voluntary organisations who serve the community will come together and showcase…
Trethomas man caught fly-tipping in Ystrad Mynach
A fly-tipper was caught red-handed by council officials as he illegally dumped building waste.
Caerphilly manufacturer given two accolades at Made in Wales Awards
A Caerphilly-based ventilation manufacturer has been recognised for its work at the Made in Wales Awards.Nuaire, based on the Western Industrial Estate, picked up gongs in the innovation and creative design categories…
Coleg Gwent students raise £200 for charity Macmillan
Coleg Gwent students whisked, baked and poured their way to raising over £200 for cancer support at a recent charity event.Catering students studying at Coleg Gwent’s Crosskeys Campus hosted a coffee morning…
Coalfields Regeneration Trust awards £20,000 to Caerphilly projects
The Coalfields Regeneration Trust (CRT) Wales has awarded two Caerphilly community projects £10,000 each.Arts centre Yr Arteri, in St Fagan’s Street, Caerphilly, is a not-for-profit social enterprise and houses the county borough’s…