Local news
Caerphilly & county
politicsChancellor will come up with ‘satisfactory deal' on miners pensions
Thursday 12 November · South Wales Argus
In court from Newport, Abertillery, Pontypool and Caerphilly
12 Nov · South Wales Argus
Risca residents gather for poignant Remembrance Day event
11 Nov · South Wales Argus
Nelson Primary pupils sign steel frame at school extension
11 Nov · South Wales Argus
Teenage drug courier convicted of murdering Tristan Kerr in Abertridwr
11 Nov · Caerphilly Observer
What's on
Upcoming events
Everything happening across the borough, listed in date order.
Nov12Watch Africa Monthly Screenings: You Will Die at Twenty
Sudanese cinema at Oasis, Cardiff. A prophecy, a village, and a young man deciding whether to believe it.
Nov13arts
Newbridge Memo Comedy Night
As always, there’ll be the hilarious Mike Reed hosting, alongside Bennett Aron, with further acts to be announced! Don’t miss this incredible night of comedy at The Memo — grab your tickets now and get ready for belly laughs, great vibes, and a brilliant night out! Tickets: £10 per person
Nov13community
Joyful Crew presents: JOYNESS at Motel Nights
The first night since their sold out New Year Party 11 months ago.... Joyful Crew presents: JOYNESS at Motel Nights!
Nov13community
Can You Catch a Serial Killer? – with Cheish Merryweather
THE UK’S FIRST INTERACTIVE SERIAL KILLER INVESTIGATION Join the investigation in ‘Can You Catch a Serial Killer?’ Investigate real-life cases through dramatised crime scene mock-ups, criminal profiling, investigative techniques, forensic evidence, and simulated autopsies. You’ll connect the dots, analyse the clues, and catch a killer – LIVE! Hosted by serial killer expert Cheish Merryweather, this
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Wales & beyond
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Wales breaking news plus weather and traffic updates (Thursday, November 12)
All of the latest news from across Wales and further afield
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Live M4 updates as police incident stops all traffic near Cardiff
The incident is also causing delays on the A4232 and A470
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Leg issue could be major clue of early Alzheimer's symptom way before memory loss
Alzheimer’s is usually linked to memory loss and confusion, but new research suggests the earliest warning signs may show up elsewhere in the body years before cognitive symptoms begin
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Vernon Kay left in tears on BBC Radio 2 over Milford Haven mum's heartbreaking ordeal
Vernon Kay was left emotional on BBC Radio 2 while hearing about how Owain Wyn Evans' Children in Need challenge is helping to fund charities like Megan's Starr Foundation in Milford Haven
Spotlight
Featured local businesses
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The Old Library Community Cafe
The Old Library at Morgans Jones Park in Caerphilly is your local community cafe. Great coffee, comfort food and things to do for all the family, The Old Library is the ultimate hang out for everyone all year round.
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Esquires Coffee Caerphilly
The global coffee shop chain with community spirit. You could be part of the UK’s fastest growing ethical coffee franchise with Esquires Coffee.
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The Travellers Rest
Experience the charm of your local Vintage Inns pub in Caerphilly. Classic pub dishes and a cosy atmosphere in a traditional country setting.
Eat local
Cafes & food shops
Coffee, cakes and local produce from businesses across the borough.
Butcher
Open nowBeech Farm Meats Ltd
Beech farm is a local family run farm shop that has been trading for over 40 years. We sell everything from fresh fruit and veg to a variety of other fresh animal produce.
Butcher
Open nowDonna Stone Trotters Butchers
Local beef, Welsh lamb, pork and free-range chicken, cut fresh every day in Llanbradach. Order ahead or call in.
Cafe
Open nowCosta Coffee
Costa is the Nation
Food & drink
Open nowMy Cod Fish Bar
My Cod Fish Bar in Caerphilly offers a mouthwatering menu and exclusive online deals. Order now and satisfy your cravings.
Food & drink
Open nowThe Old Library Community Cafe
The Old Library at Morgans Jones Park in Caerphilly is your local community cafe. Great coffee, comfort food and things to do for all the family, The Old Library is the ultimate hang out for everyone all year round.
Food & drink
Open nowEsquires Coffee Caerphilly
The global coffee shop chain with community spirit. You could be part of the UK’s fastest growing ethical coffee franchise with Esquires Coffee.
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