Lord Don Touhig has been honoured by the Islwyn Labour Party for his 15 years of work as the area’s MP.Current Islwyn MP Chris Evans joined members of the Islwyn Labour Party…
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Newbridge firm scoops environmental award
Newbridge-based Axiom Manufacturing Services has been commended for its commitment to green manufacturing at a leading UK industry awards ceremony.The E-Legacy Awards, run by trade magazine Electronics Product Design, recognises excellence within…
Police charge two Bargoed men for Newbridge shop knife raid
Police have charged two Bargoed men after a Newbridge shop was raided at knife point.The robbery happened at approximately 3pm on Wednesday September 1, at Greenfield Stores in Newbridge and robbers made…
Police arrest three in connection with Newbridge shop knife raid
Police looking for a pair of robbers who held up a shop at knifepoint and made off with cash and cigarettes have arrested three people in connection with the raid.The robbery happened…
Woman shopkeeper robbed at knifepoint in Newbridge
Police are hunting two men who held up and robbed a convenience store at knifepoint.The robbery happened at approximately 3pm yesterday, Wednesday September 1, at Greenfield Stores in Newbridge.Two men, one armed…
Views sought as Newbridge set for £3.8m development
Residents are to be asked for their views on a proposed £3.8 million development of Newbridge.The development will take place over the next four years after funding from the Welsh Assembly and…
Volunteers secure £2.9m funding to restore Newbridge Memo
The historic Newbridge Institute and Memorial Hall has secured £2.9 million funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund for its restoration.The Grade II* listed ‘Newbridge Memo’, as it is affectionately known, won national…
Enzo Calzaghe collects MBE
Newbridge boxing trainer Enzo Calzaghe – father of former world champ Joe – has been presented with his MBE.The Italian national was unable to collect his honour from Buckingham Palace so was…
Lindsay Whittle’s blog: June 9
In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer, Caerphilly Council leader Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.Mayoral CarCaerphilly Observer readers may have read widespread media coverage about the cost of ferrying…
Newbridge headteacher honoured at 10 Downing Street
A head teacher has been recognised for her hard work with a reception at 10 Downing Street.Lesley Perry, who is head of Newbridge, was nominated by Islwyn MP, Don Touhig for her…