A Blackwood man tattoo artist is preparing to enter the record books and raise money for Cancer Research Wales.Dave Fleet will be attempting to beat the world record for the longest tattoo…
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Police promise ‘zero tolerance’ to antisocial behaviour in Cefn Fforest
Gwent Police has promised a ‘zero tolerance’ approach to antisocial behaviour at the Welfare Ground in Cefn Fforest.Officers have said they are targeting underage drinking in the area with high visibility patrols.Last…
85 ‘boy racers’ banned from Blackwood Asda
Police officers handed out 85 banning notices to car cruisers at Blackwood Asda in just one hour.The notices ban the motorists from congregating in an “antisocial manner” in the car park for…
Blackwood McDonald’s manager gains McDegree
A McDonald’s restaurant manager from Blackwood has become one of the first people in the UK to get a degree from the global fast food giant.James Clarke has earned himself a McDonald’s…
Single-use carrier bag charge introduced
Shoppers will have to remember to take their bags before they head out to the shops as Wales becomes the first UK country to introduce a charge for single use carrier bagsFrom…
Caerphilly Council offers free bags ahead of carrier bag charge
From this Saturday shoppers will have to remember to take their bags before they head out to the shops.On October 1 Wales becomes the first UK country to introduce a charge for…
New Inspector for Blackwood and Ystrad Mynach policing teams
Blackwood and Ystrad Mynach Neighbourhood Policing Teams have welcomed a new Inspector.Mark Smith has said he is committed to cutting crime and antisocial behaviour in both areas.Below is a message from Insp…
Brace’s Bread sponsors Blackwood RFC junior teams
Rising stars of Blackwood RFC have been given a financial boost by Crumlin based Brace’s Bakery.The family-owned firm’s logo will appear on the shorts of the Under 7s and Under 8s teams…
Man threatened to jump from Chartist Bridge
Chartist Bridge in Blackwood was closed for just over an hour on Monday night after a man threatened to jump from it.
NHS healthy eating courses in Abertridwr and Blackwood available to families
Children who struggle with weight problems can learn how to live a healthier lifestyle on the F3 (Fun, Food and Fitness) ten-week course.The free NHS course, funded by the Big Lottery Fund,…