English-speaking parents are no longer finding their inability to speak Welsh a barrier to send their children to a Welsh medium school, a new survey suggests.Carried out by the Welsh Language Board,…
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Plaid AM calls for life-saving first aid lessons in school
South Wales East AM Jocelyn Davies has backed a campaign by the British Heart Foundation to include life-saving first aid skills on the national curriculumThe Newbridge-based Plaid Cymru politician raised the issue…
Young savers congratulated by Islwyn MP
Islwyn MP Chris Evans has praised the work of Trinant Primary School for teaching youngsters about the importance of saving.Islwyn Community Credit Union helped school children set-up their own credit union saving…
Respect paid to services in flag ceremony ahead of Armed Forces Day
Councillors paid tribute to military servicemen and women on Monday by holding a special flag raising ceremony.Held at Caerphilly County Borough Council’s headquarters at Penallta House, veterans from the Royal British Legion…
Caerphilly County Borough Mayor launches charity appeal
The new Mayor of Caerphilly County Borough Council has officially launched her charity appeal for the year. Cllr Vera Jenkins announced that Llamau will benefit from fundraising activities during her year in office….
Thieves steal headstone from Bedwas Cemetery
Thieves have stolen a headstone from a grave at Bedwas Cemetery.Gwent Police is investigating and has appealed for information after receiving a report on Thursday June 16 that items had been stolen…
Caerphilly man breaks World Record in marathon darts match
A Caerphilly man has become a World Record breaker after taking part in a marathon darts match.Steve Davies, 40, and colleague Richie Williams, from Barry, played for 36 hours straight.The duo, who…
End-of-year art and design show at Coleg Gwent
Future fashionistas, promising photographers and aspiring artists are among those preparing for their end of year Art and Design show at Coleg Gwent’s Crosskeys Campus this month.The students will showcase their talents…
Caerphilly MP Wayne David’s blog: June 20
The Caerphilly constituency has more Southern Cross Residential Homes than just about any other part of Wales. In the Caerphilly constituency, there are no fewer than six care homes with several hundred…
Police appeal after burglary near Caerphilly train station
British Transport Police is appealing for help in tracing a driver who may be able to help with a burglary investigation.After looking at CCTV footage, officers would like to speak to the…