It’s always difficult to sum up a whole year – the ups and downs, the triumphs and challenges. One thing is for sure, 2011 has definitely been eventful.
On a cloudy but dry day way back on Thursday 3rd March the people of Wales voted overwhelmingly to give further law-making powers to the National Assembly. It was the day an old nation came of age. The ‘Yes’ vote was not an answer to all of our problems, but it was a show of confidence in who we are and what we are capable of doing.
Cyclists and walkers will soon be able to enjoy better access to the countryside when a new bridge is opened at Argoed.Construction for the new bridge started in September 2011 and is…
The man responsible for overseeing the public smoking ban in Wales is to retire in the summer.Dr Tony Jewell has announced he will retire after six years as Chief Medical Officer (CMO)…
Rail passengers in South Wales are being asked for their views on how their rail services should be run, Rail Minister Theresa Villiers has announced.A consultation launched today will give passengers, local…
Youngsters from across Caerphilly County Borough have been celebrating their success in the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service Young Firefighters Scheme.The Young Firefighters were presented with their Level 2 BTEC Award…
Risca is the latest place in Caerphilly County Borough to welcome Street Pastors, following on from Blackwood and Caerphilly town.Street Pastors is a Church-backed initiative which works alongside the police and the…
Caerphilly County Borough Council has appealed for more people to become foster carers.It is one of 15 local authorities to have joined the Wales Fostering 10+ Campaign to help promote the need…
Three lollipop ladies have been honoured by the council for their long-standing service to road safety.Barbara Wheeler, who works outside Bedwas Junior School, Elizabeth Ann Barker who covers Glyngaer Primary School, in…
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of a Pontllanfraith man after he failed to show up at a court hearing.John Jones was due to appear before Caerphilly Magistrates on Tuesday…
Volunteers and foresters have been busy working on rescuing three woodland ponds.Forestry Commission Wales and members of the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers have helped to restore two ponds in Caerphilly Woodlands…