Caerphilly Observer

Wales head coach Warren Gatland announces side to face Fiji in World Cup opener

Wales head coach Warren Gatland has announced his 15-man side to face Fiji in their World Cup opener on Sunday September 10.

A section of the A469, which bridges over the Rhymney River near Gilfach and had been closed for more than six weeks, has now reopened.

Wales legend Shane Williams has discussed Wales’ World Cup changes – and said the opening match against in-form Fiji is “not ideal”.

Former Welsh international and rugby legend Shane Williams has launched his latest business venture in Caerphilly town centre – Pepe’s Piri Piri.

Olav Kooij has claimed his fourth Tour of Britain stage victory following success in Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire.

Markham’s Gerwyn Price clinched his sixth PDC title of the year – and third in less than a fortnight – after victory in Players Championship 21.

Gwent Police has appealed for information to find 33-year-old Christian Ambrosen, from Ystrad Mynach.

PC Kyle Steven, 24, of Newbridge, squeezed the two colleagues’ bottoms while drunk, a misconduct hearing was told.

Gwent Police are appealing for information to help find Daniel Pimm who was last seen on Monday August 28 near the Green in Abertysswg.

Blackwood’s Wilko store will remain open as the retailer announces the 52 stores across the UK which are set to close next week.