More than 2,000 young bookworms from across the Caerphilly county borough took part in a special reading challenge at libraries this summer.The annual summer reading challenge has become a popular feature of…
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Bedwas-based Peter’s Pies appoints new boss
Bedwas-based pie maker Peter’s Food Service has appointed a new managing director of its food service division as it plans for expansion.Neil Court-Johnston has joined from rival firm Holland’s Pies to push…
Islwyn MP praises start-up Oakdale business
Islwyn MP Chris Evans has praised the entrepreneurship of local business start-up, Orbit Print Ltd after a recent visit.Mr Evans was invited by the company’s directors David and Michael Hopkins and Scott…
Ron Davies “favourite” to win Caerphilly for Plaid Cymru in 2011
Former Welsh Secretary Ron Davies has been named the favourite to become Caerphilly’s next Assembly Member in 2011.Councillor Davies, who is a cabinet member on Caerphilly County Borough Council, is standing in…
New online system for neighbourhood watch
A new online system for recording crime, antisocial behaviour, and suspicious activity is to be introduced in Caerphilly County Borough.Volunteers will meet with council officials and Neighbourhood Policing Teams later this month…
Coleg Gwent students to help heroes with fundraiser
A group of students from Coleg Gwent’s Crosskeys Campus will be remembering men and women who lost their lives in military conflict and raising money for those wounded in present day battles…
Llanbradach car dealer prosecuted by trading standards
The owners and associates of a Llanbradach car dealers have been prosecuted after a trading standards investigation.Darren Charles Marshall, Matthew David Peachey and David Paul Jones were prosecuted for offences related to…
Pictures of Caerphilly Castle fireworks 2010
More than 20,000 people turned out to watch this year’s magnificent firework display at Caerphilly Castle held on Saturday November 6.Set against the back drop of Caerphilly Castle the free event raised…
Caerphilly Council advice on flood rights for landowners
Caerphilly County Borough Council has issued advice on flooding for residents.A spokesman said: “Over recent years, following flooding incidents, the council has received many enquiries regarding watercourses on private property.“It appears that…
Markham Pavilion transfer to rugby club agreed by council
Markham Pavilion is to be transferred to Markham Rugby Football Club on a 25 year lease, after Caerphilly County Borough Council’s cabinet agreed the plan.Cabinet agreed to the transfer of the site…