A 24-year-old Rhymney woman has been arrested and charged after a speeding car failed to stop for police in Markham.Officers saw a silver Vauxhall Astra speeding along the A4048 in Markham. Several…
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New victim support hub opens in Blackwood
The Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales has helped to officially open a new victim support service from Gwent Police.The Baroness Helen Newlove of Warrington was joined by Gwent Police and Crime…
Blackwood residents’ association raises cash for Velindre Hospital’s Patagonia trek
A residents’ association has raised £600 for Velindre Hospital with a fancy dress event.Wayne James, of Blackwood, is taking part in a Patagonia trek in November with the aim of raising £6,000…
Athletics: Rhymney Valley club celebrate anniversary with growth
Rhymney Valley Athletic Club have celebrated their first anniversary since relaunching.
The restructure in 2014 has seen the club’s junior membership grow from 22 to 138, with coaching staff rising from two to 24.
Drivers reminded of road closure in town
Gwent Police is reminding motorists that Blackwood High Street is still closed to traffic every Thursday.The original closure order for Thursdays was granted in September 2009 in a bid to stop car…
Football: Coed Duon Dragons prepare for FAW cup final
A Blackwood girls football team face the biggest match of their five year history this weekend, when they play in the FAW Under-16 Girls Cup final.
Film about Cefn Fforest horse syndicate Dream Alliance gets Blackwood premiere
A star-studded audience attended the premieré of Dark Horse: The Incredible True Story of Dream Alliance on April 14.
Blackwood councillor raises sweet cash for autism group
A Blackwood councillor has raised £300 for an autism organisation by running a tuck shop in work.
Blackwood’s Maes Manor sold to Warner Hotels
Maes Manor Country House Hotel in Blackwood has been sold above its asking price within a couple of weeks of coming on the market.
Blackwood Rotary Club helps group for autism sufferers and their families
Blackwood Rotary Club has donated £300 and entertainment equipment to ASD, a group supporting children and families affected by autism.The group meets every Friday at Plas Mawr Community Centre, in Highfields, Blackwood,…