The cost of fuel for the emergency services is on the rise, according to figures released under the Freedom of Information Act.The massive increase in fuel costs faced by Gwent Police, South…
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Caerphilly Miners’ Hospital development name announced
The name of the proposed housing development on the site of Caerphilly’s Miners’ Hospital has been chosen by a Caerphilly resident.Housing association United Welsh and developers Lovell have said the scheme will…
New fitness classes held in Gelligaer
Residents of Gelligaer can get in shape thanks to two new fitness classes being run in Neuadd St Catwg Community Hall.Funded by the Sports Council for Wales, the fitness classes are:A Circuits…
New 20mph speed limit for Machen
A temporary 20mph speed limit has been introduced on the A468 in Machen outside the local primary school.The new advisory speed limit is the first of its kind in Caerphilly County Borough…
Geraint Thomas calls upon Crumlin bakery Brace’s for Tour de France Welsh Cakes
Welsh cycling sensation Geraint Thomas has called upon Crumlin bakery Brace’s to help him finish this year’s Tour de France.The Olympic cyclist has been sent a supply of the firm’s Welsh cakes…
Swalec announce gas and electricity price hikes
Energy firm Swalec is increasing its prices for household gas and electricity.Electricity prices will rise by an average of 11% and gas will increase by 18% in September.The company, owned by Scottish…
Police issue CCTV images in Blackwood road death mystery case
UPDATE: Man, 27, found dead in Oakdale a possible hit and run victimPolice investigating the mystery of a 27-year-old man found dead in the road near Blackwood during the early hours of…
Community safety wardens confiscate 669 bottles and cans of booze
Caerphilly County Borough Council’s community safety wardens confiscated 669 cans and bottles from underage and street drinkers during 2010/11.The team of ten wardens referred 63 youngsters for antisocial behaviour and issued 297…
Help for first time property buyers in Caerphilly after £5m deal between Principality and Fairlake Living housing association
A £5million deal between the Principality Building Society and housing association Fairlake Living could see more first time buyers in Caerphilly get on the property ladder.Principality Commercial has provided £5m of funding…
Family tribute to man found dead in road near Blackwood
UPDATE:Police issue CCTV images in road death mystery caseThe family of 27-year-old Ian Hamilton, who was mysteriously found dead in a road near Blackwood has paid tribute to their son.In a statement…