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Primary school pupils from Newbridge write a book

Friday, December 20, 2019Friday, December 20, 2019

The book will be shared with libraries, schools and doctors surgeries across Gwent and further afield.

Food bank use in Caerphilly surged last Christmas

Friday, December 20, 2019Friday, December 20, 2019

Usage of food banks surged more than 50% in Caerphilly last Christmas, figures from the UK’s biggest food bank network show.

Vow to change polling station after voters ‘put off’

Friday, December 20, 2019Friday, December 20, 2019

People heading to vote at Blackwood Comprehensive School were met with a locked gate at the usual back entrance to the site.

New council leader reshuffles cabinet

Thursday, December 19, 2019Thursday, December 19, 2019

Caerphilly County Borough Council leader Philippa Marsden has announced which councillors will serve in her cabinet.

Christmas cheer as 3,000 toys donated as part of council’s Operation Santa appeal

Thursday, December 19, 2019Thursday, December 19, 2019

Gifts will be received by more than 700 disadvantaged children, who were nominated by their social workers.

Risca Male Choir to perform Disney classics at Newbridge Memo

Thursday, December 19, 2019Thursday, December 19, 2019

The choir, which will be celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2020, will be joined on the night by a variety of guests.

Medical company bought out by French healthcare firm

Thursday, December 19, 2019Thursday, December 19, 2019

Direct Healthcare Services, based on Western Industrial Estate, has been bought out by French firm ArchiMed.

Fighting Dragons on fire with success at home and in Europe

Thursday, December 19, 2019Thursday, December 19, 2019

The Chief Instructor of Fighting Dragons Karate Association (FDKA) has voiced his delight at the success of his students at tournament and European level over the past two months.

Bus pass renewals deadline pushed back

Wednesday, December 18, 2019Wednesday, December 18, 2019

The original deadline for renewing bus passes was December 31, but the company has announced a two-month “grace period” will be in place in the New Year to accommodate those yet to renew.

Young gymnasts selected for British squad

Wednesday, December 18, 2019Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Nine-year-old Halle and ten-year-old Ben have been selected for the British Foundation Squad for 2020.

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