Budding cricket stars of the future in Risca have been given a boost thanks to a new bowling machine.Risca Community Comprehensive School secured funding for the training machine through the Community Focused…
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Historic footbridge re-opens in Deri
One of the last examples of a wooden pedestrian railway footbridge in Wales has been restored and re-opened. The Grade 2 listed Ogilvie Halt Footbridge, in Deri, has been given a new lease…
Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni pupils impress with make-up science
A group of school pupils have won a place at a science exhibition after an investigation into the world of make-up.The Year 8 students, from Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni in Fleur de…
Cost of fuel rising for emergency services
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…
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…