Simon Smallwood and Steph Kelsey launched Rob’s Roast in memory of their late father, the former St Cenydd deputy headteacher Robin Smallwood.
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Four schools removed from council list of ‘concern’ after improvements
Four schools across Caerphilly which fell short of Estyn standards after inspections have been removed from follow-up categories.
New specialist school unit finally set to open after flooding and asbestos issues
A new specialist school for vulnerable children is “on track” to open in Pontllanfraith in September after being hit by lengthy delays.
Praise for council’s work to support youngsters not in education, work or training
Councillors in Caerphilly have welcomed the local authority’s work to support young people not in education, employment or training.
Community choir project launching to raise funds for Velindre
A new community choir project is launching in Caerphilly and Risca this spring to raise funds for Velindre Cancer Centre.
Cafe and flats could replace town’s former bank
The former Santander bank in Blackwood High Street could be revived as a new business and homes.
Police not treating man’s death as suspicious
The man’s body was found on Viaduct Lane, Maesycwmmer, at around 4am on Wednesday March 11, Gwent Police confirmed.
New ‘pumptrack’ proposed for skate park
New plans submitted to Caerphilly County Borough Council set out proposals for a new “pumptrack” at the Wern Park, Nelson
Footbridge refitted – but it will remain closed for ‘several weeks’
The Pantside Footbridge was removed in July 2025, having been damaged six years earlier – and was repaired off site before being reinstated over the weekend.
Demand for allotments could lead to 150 new plots across Newport
In good news for the city’s green-fingered residents, Newport City Council is considering eight new allotment sites, providing 150 extra plots.