In a regular feature each fortnight, Caerphilly Observer is profiling a business based at the Welsh Innovation Centre for Enterprise. Welsh ICE is a hub for new businesses at Caerphilly Business Park…
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Use of food banks double to record levels
A generation of children are being forced to rely on food banks, according to new statistics.Food banks in Caerphilly County Borough are busier than ever as the number of people needing emergency…
Post Offices in Ystrad Mynach and Cefn Hengoed revamped
Two newly modernised Post Offices have been officially opened.Ystrad Mynach Post Office, in Penallta Road, has been refitted while Cefn Hengoed Post Office has moved into Magnum Stores in Hengoed Avenue.The revamped…
Bonanza of Easter activities
The county borough is host to a number of activities over Easter weekend.Get creative with Easter crafts at the Winding House Museum, New Tredegar.Explore Easter traditions and make Easter creations on Good…
Tack sale auction and raffle
The White Cross Inn, Groeswen, is hosting a raffle and tack sale auction in aid of Welsh ponies Rescue and Re-homing Project on April 26.The inspirational Ann Keating leads this wonderful local…
Police stations reopen across Caerphilly County Borough
Three police stations in Caerphilly County Borough have been reopened to the public.
When Thatcher broke the unions – Caerphilly’s miners’ strike 30 years on
Communities throughout Caerphilly County Borough were affected by the miners’ strike of 1984. The industrial conflict created unprecedented community spirit and division. Gareth Hill spoke to those involved in the strike, from miners to activists – and to the women who found their political voice.
Volunteers needed to clear Castle View lake in Caerphilly
Calls are being made by three Plaid Cymru ward councillors for volunteers to clean up a popular lake on the Castle View housing estate in Caerphilly.
Councillors approve Islwyn West school proposals
Plans to build a new £18 million secondary school have moved a step closer.At a meeting on February 19, Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Cabinet agreed to publish a statutory notice detailing proposals…
Gwent Police and Crime Commissioner wants 2.66% tax increase
Gwent’s Police and Crime Commissioner has proposed a 2.66% increase in the portion of council tax that pays for the police.Ian Johnston initially wanted to increase the council tax precept by 2.99%…