Pupils from across Caerphilly County Borough have been rewarded for helping to recycle thousands of copies of Yellow Pages directories.In total, 50 local schools took part and collected a 2,597 directories for…
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Nelson business expanding thanks to grant
The expansion of a Nelson-based business is continuing to do well, the company reports.Bowen Contracting has diversified from its agricultural base over recent years into plant and skip hire, and is expanding…
Can you help with new Winding House exhibition?
Can you help with new Winding House exhibition?The Winding House museum in New Tredegar is appealing to residents of Caerphilly County Borough for help with its new exhibition.Called ‘The Pictures and ‘The…
Conservative candidate Owen Meredith officially launches campaign
Owen Meredith – the Conservative candidate for May’s Assembly election has formally launched his campaign.Speaking at the launch, Rudry-born Meredith said: “On May 5, people in Caerphilly have a real choice. A…
Ystrad Mynach care students to visit African country Lesotho
Care students from Ystrad Mynach College are going international this week with a trip to African country Lesotho.The group of 11 learners and three lecturers will travel to the landlocked country, which…
Gwent Police name new Deputy Chief Constable
Gwent Police has announced its new Deputy Chief Constable.Jeff Farrar has taken over from predecessor Carmel Napier, who has recently replaced the retired Mick Giannasi.Mr Farrar, 45, said: “I am delighted to…
Wayne David MP lodges complaint against Caerphilly Council for promoting Plaid
Caerphilly’s Labour MP Wayne David has lodged a former complaint with the Public Services Ombudsman for Wales over a Caerphilly Council publication.Mr David claims a leaflet distributed by the council in the…
Ron Davies highlights Plaid’s record on Caerphilly Council
Former Welsh Secretary and Caerphilly councillor Ron Davies has praised Plaid’s record in control of Caerphilly County Borough Council during a speech at the party’s Spring Conference in Cardiff.The council cabinet member…
New jobs for Risca and Caerphilly after Government contract win for ACT
Dozens of new jobs are to be created in Risca and Caerphilly after training company ACT won a new £19m contract with the Welsh Assembly Government.The contract is part of the Welsh…
Bogus charity bag company prosecuted
A bogus charity bag company has been prosecuted and fined for for operating without a licence.SOS Support Limited was taken to court by Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Trading Standards after reports from…