Canadian coffee shop chain Tim Hortons is to open a branch in Caerphilly.
Rugby Union: Caerphilly score three tries in win over Caldicot
Caerphilly completed a well-orchestrated win at Caldicot in the National League Division 2 East last weekend running in three tries at Longfellow Road. Despite the snow-covered valleys and freezing conditions, the pitch was in excellent condition – although maybe a little too soft as the Caerphilly backs struggled to get grip.
Volunteers clear 20 tonnes of fly-tipped rubbish from Gelligaer Common
More than 50 pupils from Fochriw Primary School volunteered their time to collect around 20 tonnes of fly-tipped rubbish from Gelligaer and Merthyr Common.
£1m investment shows manufacturing is alive and well in South Wales Valleys
A £1 million investment in new machinery from Christmas wrapping manufacturer The Design Group will see up to ten new jobs created as it continues to diversify its product offering.
Real Ale Farm in Bargoed praised by CAMRA
The Real Ale Farm in Bargoed has been named one of the top four clubs in the country in CAMRA’s Club of the Year awards, one of the most respected and well-known club awards in the UK.
Brick thrown at windscreen of gritter in Phillipstown, New Tredegar
Caerphilly County Borough Council has issued an appeal for information after a brick was thrown at the windscreen of a gritter.
Controversial waste plant for Cwmfelinfach given go-ahead
A controversial waste plant which residents fear could lead to emissions being “trapped” in their valley has been given the go-ahead.
Hengoed mother named Coleg Gwents Welsh Learner of the Year
A mother from Hengoed has been named Learner of the Year at Coleg Gwent’s Welsh for Adults Awards.
Ystrad Mynach teenager claims bronze at karate championships
A 15-year-old boy from Ystrad Mynach has become Wales’ youngest male medallist after claiming bronze at a European karate tournament in Portugal.
Gwent’s Police and Crime Commissioner calls for more money from UK Government
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Gwent, Jeff Cuthbert, has called on the UK Government to increase funding for the police service.