A former banker and a music teacher who both faced redundancy at the same time say their new food business is thriving.
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Head turning displays at Blackwood charity shop
Greyhound Rescue Wales is turning heads in Blackwood with a series of shop window displays made from upcycled goods.
Call to tackle antisocial behaviour in Blackwood after windows smashed at bus station and bins set alight in Cliff Road
A Blackwood councillor has called for Gwent Police and Caerphilly County Borough Council to put more money into tackling antisocial behaviour in his ward.
Dog breeders from Caerphilly County Borough enjoy success at Crufts 2018
Five proud dog owners officially have top pooches after their dogs came out as winners in their categories at the prestigious Crufts’ dog show held at the NEC, Birmingham, between March 8 and 11.
Paramedic from Blackwood and Paralympian from Ystrad Mynach shortlisted for St David Awards
A paramedic and a Paralympian have been named as finalists for the Welsh Government’s St David Award.
Stagecoach bus drivers in Blackwood raise £1,800 by shaving their heads in memory of late colleague
Stagecoach bus drivers from the company’s Blackwood depot have raised £1,800 in memory of a former colleague who recently died from cancer.
Burst water main affecting residents in Blackwood and surrounding areas
Residents in Pontllanfriath, Pennaen, Blackwood, Wyllie, Oakdale, and Ynysddu, have all been affected by a burst water main, Welsh Water has said.
Pontllanfraith charity Disability Can Do appeals for volunteer drivers needed
Blackwood-based charity Disability Can Do urgently needs volunteer drivers to help launch its new Transport Support Service.
Family and friends pay tribute to bakery giant Colin Brace
The head of Brace’s Bakery, 96-year-old Colin Brace, died on February 12 after a short illness.
Blackwood opticians raise almost £3,000 for eye charity
Two opticians from Blackwood have raised almost £3,000 for a charity that helps treat people without access to eyecare services.