May 2012 Caerphilly Edition
Issue 74
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Regular features Fun Quiz Page 6
Wayne David MP Hi all,
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I am approached by a lot of Community groups who wish to be featured in the magazine and I am always happy to oblige with space if it is available.
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This month, however, I have been contacted because friends and relatives of a local man, Trevor Elias aged 77 has been missing since the 7th of April. Trevor was last seen near his home in Abertridwr, Caerphilly.
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Clearly friends and family are very worried about Trevor and have (with the help of Police) been involved in an extensive campaign to him but so far nothing! Leah Nightingale, a friend of Mr. Elias has written to me and I have printed her letter on page 32. A Facebook group exists called “Candles for Trevor” and you can show your support by obtaining posters to display in the hope that it may spark someone’s memory and lead to Trevor’s safe return. Best Wishes
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Jeff Cuthbert Page 28
What’s on in Caerphilly Page 34
The Legal Eagle Page 38
Thought for the Month Page 40
Caerphilly Events Update Page 30
Paul
Published by: Local View Advertising Limited Company Number: 5717569 Registered in England & Wales VAT registration number: 935 9733 80 Editor: Paul Adamson Business Address: 2 Kidwelly Court, Caerphilly, CF83 2TY Contact Details: Tel: 02920 880378 / 07737 610177 Email: paul@mylocalview.co.uk Web: http://www.mylocalview.co.uk While every care has been taken to ensure that the data contained in this document is accurate, neither the publisher nor its editorial contributors can accept, and hereby disclaim, any liability to any party for loss or damage caused by errors or omissions resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause.
June 2012 deadline is Wednesday 23rd May
Local View do not officially endorse any advertising material included within this publication. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval system in any form without the prior permission of the publisher. Distribution We deliver to at least 11,500 homes in Caerphilly every month including: Castle View, Hendredenny, Watford Park, Watford Farm, Glenfields, Bondfield Park, Mountain View, Lon y Llyn, Cwm Ifor, Ty Isaf, Energlyn Park, Pontypandy, Bedwas, Trethomas, 1000 homes in Machen, Castle Park, Town Centre. You can see the magazine online, get prices and deadline dates at www.mylocalview.co.uk
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Fun Quiz
Heaven and Hell 1. Who had a 1993 top ten hit single with Stairway To Heaven? 2. Which famous person in history wrote a letter that became known as the “From Hell” letter? 3. Which company uses the slogan “chocolate heaven since 1911”? 4. Also the name of a pop group, which 14th century poem by Dante is divided into three parts that tell of journeys through hell, purgatory and heaven? 5. Who was the head chef on the first series of the TV show Hell’s Kitchen? 6. Which famous composer supposedly said on his deathbed “I shall hear in heaven”? 7. Which movie villain wears a white mink coat and has a country house that is nicknamed Hell Hall? 8. In Greek mythology, who was condemned to stand at the edge of the world and hold up the heavens on his shoulders? 9. Who finished runner-up in the 2010 series of The X Factor and, in December 2011, released an album called Heaven on which she co-wrote all ten songs? 10. In John Milton’s poem Paradise Lost, what is the name of the capital of Hell, a name which is now used as a word to mean wild uproar or unrestrained disorder? Answers on page 40 - honestly!
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Wayne David - MP for Caerphilly
Reform of the House of Lords
On 9 May Members of Parliament and Members of the House of Lords will hear the Queen’s Speech, when Her Majesty will come to Parliament to set out the Government’s agenda for the next session. If the very strong rumours are correct, at the centre of the Speech will be a Bill to reform the House of Lords. Reform of the second chamber will be expensive and with the country facing huge economic problems, as well as swinging cuts being imposed by the Government, Ministers will have to justify these reforms at a time when the priorities of the public are jobs and economic growth. The Government in Westminster has decided that the most important thing for Parliament to consider is the reform of the House of Lords because the Deputy Prime Minster, Nick Clegg, is very worried that the Liberal Democrats have got very little to show for agreeing to be part of the Conservativeled Government. It was a big disappointment for Mr Clegg when the electorate conclusively voted against his plan for the Alternative Vote in last year’s referendum. Strangely, however, the Deputy Prime Minister is extremely reluctant to give a referendum on Lords reform, even though it is one of the most significant changes to our constitution in years. As Labour’s constitutional reform spokesman, I will be arguing that as the Government is currently holding referendums on elected mayors, and last year we had a vote on whether the Welsh Assembly should have more powers, surely we should have a vote on Lords reform - just as we had a vote on whether the voting system for Westminster should be changed.
constitutional academic experts and the view of a cross-party committee of MPs and Peers who were asked by the Government to examine the issue of Lords reform. I also think it is very important that before we have an elected or partly elected second Chamber, as the Government are proposing, we give careful thought to precisely what powers the second Chamber has. The danger is that if you have two elected Chambers then there will be constant disagreement between them. At the moment if there is a big difference of opinion between the House of Commons and the House of Lords, it is the House of Commons which always gets it way. This is because “primacy” is held by the House of Commons because it is an elected chamber, whereas the House of Lords is not.
This point is very important. The fear that many of us have is that if both Houses are elected then the Lords can claim that they have just as much right to argue for something as does the Commons. In our parliamentary democracy the view of the people, as expressed through the ballot box, is paramount. If both Houses claim a mandate from the people, the very real danger is that there will be permanent disagreement or “gridlock” between the two Houses. This could lead to government grinding to a halt. This is why Labour will be arguing for important changes to the Government’s Bill when it comes before the House of Commons. Inevitably, these are complicated issues and are not easily resolved. But I believe it is important that any historic changes are properly thought through.
This is not only my view and the view of the Labour Party; it is also the view of a whole range of
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Celtic Connections in the spotlight
Everyday life in Wales and Brittany is to be shown in a photographic exhibition at Caerphilly Visitor centre next month. Staged by Caerffili and District Twinning Association, the exhibition ‘Glances at Brittany and Wales’ is a comparison of the two regions between 1850 and 1950. The exhibition marks 20 years of twinning between Caerphilly and Lannion in Brittany and was originally shown there last year. Representatives from Lannion will be in attendance for the official opening on 2nd June. The exhibition will run until 10th June, 1000 -1600 daily, free admission. The Association, which expanded in 1995 to include the twinning between Llanbradach and Ploubezre, will also welcome visitors from Brittany during July for the biennial visit. The Association arranges visits to and from the Lannion area, fostering links between sports clubs and other groups, and also holds a varied social programme throughout the year. New members, especially those who are able to host, are always welcome.
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Seasonal Recipe
Seasonal Recipe Asparagus For those who’ve only ever considered asparagus as a luxurious accompaniment to a main course, it’s time to think again. This delicious recipe is simple to cook and the mild flavours of the mozzarella and eggs mean that the asparagus is still the star of the dish. Preheat the oven to 200°C/gas mark 6. Making sure the potatoes are clean first, boil them in salted water. Trim the asparagus, then cut the stems into 1cm slices leaving the spear as a piece about 8cm long. Add this all to the potato pan for the last 5 minutes of the cooking time. Drain everything and refresh in cold water. Thickly slice the potato. Whisk together the eggs really well. Dice the mozzarella and add to the eggs along with 40g of the Parmesan, the parsley, potatoes and slices of asparagus. Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground pepper. Stir everything to coat with the egg. Lastly, gently stir through the spears. Heat a 22cm diameter oven-proof deep frying pan along with the olive oil over a medium heat. Non-stick would be great, otherwise one which is naturally seasoned. Pour in the egg mixture making sure some of the spears are sitting at the top. Leave to cook for around 10 minutes until the edges are starting to firm up. Sprinkle over the last 10g of Parmesan and slide the frying pan in to the oven. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the frittata is golden and firm. Serve straight from the pan with a crisp green salad.
June 2012 deadline is Wednesday 23rd May
Asparagus Frittata • 275g new potatoes • 450g asparagus • 5 large eggs • 200g buffalo mozzarella • 50g Parmesan, grated • 2 tbsp chopped flat leaf parsley • 2 tbsp olive oil • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Caerphilly Miners Centre Campaign
Caerphilly Miners - Invitation to event on Saturday 19th May at Twyn Community Centre Caerphilly Miners has been holding regular coffee mornings over the past two years to raise awareness of our campaign to take over the Caerphilly Miners Hospital as a resource for the community. Providing a focus for consultation and new ideas, for gaining new members and offers of help and volunteering has been helpful. We want to celebrate what we have achieved to date and we want to focus on shaping the future. We are inviting our Friends, our stakeholders, project working group participants, trustees, street ambassadors, volunteers and core supporters to an Event from 10 am – 12.30 pm. We want to thank all the people who have helped us so far, whether they have volunteered their time, pledged their support, supported us financially, or helped to shape our projects.
June 2012 deadline is Wednesday 23rd May
We will present what we have done and run workshops and activities. This is not a drop-in, but it is open to anyone who would like to come along. If you are interested in attending please contact Katherine Hughes on 029 2088 6569 or katherine. hughes@btconnect.com.
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ituated on the A470 between Bassaleg and Bedwas is the idyllic village of Machen. This is home to the Ffwrwm Ishta which roughly translated means “a place to sit with a bench”. Rumour has it that it was, many years ago, a courthouse serving the local community. The building itself can be traced back to as early as 1752.
The Ffwrwm Ishta, for as long as residents can remember, was a traditional public house but had a change of direction several years ago with the previous owners, who transformed it into a highly successful À la Carte Restaurant with Bar. Now under new management, the Ffwrwm is moving from strength to strength, building on its already strong reputation, with a new chef, new À la Carte, Table D’hote and Bar menu. The menus are filled with a range of dishes such as Wild Boar and Pancetta Terrine with a date and apple chutney and Ballotine of Guinea Fowl filled with mushroom and Garlic Duxelle from the À la Carte Menu, to Lamb Shank braised in red wine (pictured) and Pork Loin Steak served with pink peppercorn and brandy sauce from the table d’hote menu.
Oh and not forgetting the Ffwrwm Ishta Gourmet burger from the bar menu a 6oz Celtic Pride Black Beef burger, served in a crusty Ciabatta, with hand cut chips.
The Ffwrwm has a lovely decked sun terrace (pictured) which has Machen mountain in the background, and is a perfect place to enjoy your meal during the warmer summer evenings. It can also be adapted with the addition of an awning to make weddings receptions or other family events extra special. There is also ample parking on site to cater for everyone. The Ffwrwm is also now offering Tea, Coffee and a selection of cakes during the day, served in the conservatory. So why not come along and try some of the food we have on offer, Tom and his team will always make you feel welcome!
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Ballantine of Guinea Fowl £15.95 Filled with mushroom and garlic duxelles, served on a bed of scotch broth risotto, baked butternut squash and butternut squash purée
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Bar menu currently available until 7pm Don’t forget we also do Sunday Lunches Families always welcome!
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Dr Roger’s Gardening Surgery
No probs! I think that one of the most common reasons that people
don’t bother to put some plants out in their garden for the summer is a suspicion that they will fail, and that instead of passers-by stopping to admire, take photos and ‘pat you on the back’ – you will see people scurrying past your garden giggling at your horticultural misfortune, as those seedlings die a long slow summery death in your borders. So here, for no extra charge, is my suggestion for a slug proof, shade proof, sun proof and rain proof plant for any garden or tub. Begonia sempreflorens This year demand for this little beauty is likely to be high – as there is a worldwide disease affecting Busy Lizzies, Britains favourite for the last 10 years or so, which means that very few nurseries are growing them – So in 2012 Begonias are now definitely ‘in’. There are than one type of Begonia – all lovely – but the small shiny leafed Sempreflorens types are the easiest, cheapest and most versatile for borders and tubs. You can normally buy them in packs of 6 plants for around £2.00 - £3.00 per pack, so you should be able to get about 60 plants for under £30.00.
I would plant them about 8 inches apart in a border, and mix a good handful of compost, and teaspoonful of into slow release fertilizer into the hole before you plant – we all need some food if we are going to perform to our best. As we go to print there is still a risk of frost – so I wouldn’t be planting any tender bedding plants (which includes Begonias) out until late May; but if you see some nice ones at a good price before then - grab ‘em while you can and keep them somewhere sunny outside, so that you can whip them inside overnight if a frost is forecast.
Don’t forget to water them, and send us a photo of your summer displays – Thanks! For more info – contact me at apairofcrookes@lcsuk.net Tel: 02920 864730 www.youtube.com/user/ rogthegardener1
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Local wildlife expert offers guided walks at a leisurely pace looking at birds, wildlife, plants and local history.
ExcELLEnt RatEs avaiLabLE Talks available for groups any area or time on natural history (can stand in for speakers). Also available, great new book by myself covering my wildlife travels here and abroad. 37 chapters, 150 pages, 40 colour photos. £11.99 including p+p
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Jewellery, Souvenirs, Books, Cheeses, Preserves, Clothes, Local Art and so much more. Now in stock - Jubilee Decorations + Souvenirs
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New books from half price Large selection of pre-owned books Something for everyone
Also, School and Music (ABRSM etc.)Books in stock. If we haven’t got what you want, ordering service is available.
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Bank Holiday Monday 4th & Tuesday 5th June 1944 - The Manor at War Experience the sights & sounds of the lead up to D-Day.
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Jeff Cuthbert A.M. for Caerphilly
A major announcement recently by the Welsh Government was that of Jobs Growth Wales. Jobs Growth Wales will create new and valuable job opportunities for unemployed young people for a six month period. Employers who participate in the scheme will then have the chance to expand and make those posts permanent. All posts created through Jobs Growth Wales will be paid at or above National Minimum Wage, for a minimum 25-hour working week. I hope that employers in Caerphilly and the Rhymney Valley will participate. They will receive financial assistance in order to take on unemployed young workers, boosting their skill levels and long-term employability prospects. In return, young people will be able to improve their confidence, skills and work-readiness. ÂŁ75 million will be invested overall and the scheme will aim to create 12,000 jobs. Jobs Growth Wales will complement our Apprenticeships in Wales scheme, which offers initiatives to encourage employers to recruit more apprentices.
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June 2012 deadline is Wednesday 23rd May
Our Young Recruits Programme provides funding to employers offering high quality apprenticeship programmes who recruit and train additional young apprentices. Apprenticeships are important as they fuel the future skills base of our nation. Along with Jobs Growth Wales they’re vital to boosting skill levels and tackling youth unemployment. Jeff Cuthbert A.M. Bargoed YMCA, Aeron Place, Gilfach, Bargoed CF81 8JA Tel: 01443 838542.
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Caerphilly events update
Hi all, Caerphilly town is a hive of activity this summer with some exciting events taking place throughout the coming months. It’s extremely busy here in the office with plans in full flow for a jam-packed events diary from May until September! It was announced last week that BBC Proms in the Park 2012 will be returning to Caerphilly on Saturday 8th September. BBC Cymru Wales, in collaboration with Caerphilly County Borough Council, will entertain the promenaders at Owain Glyndwr Playing Fields, with a magic themed Prom. Joining the UK-wide revelry of the Last Night of the Proms, the enchanting evening will be led by the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. Families and music enthusiasts are invited to conjure up picnics and wave flags to bring the world-famous BBC Proms season to a close. The evening will culminate with fireworks and the traditional last night medley of sing-a-long numbers. The full line-up of artists and presenters will be announced over the coming weeks. To keep up to date with the events developments including ticket news, visit www.bbc.co.uk/proms. Caerphilly Flower Festival takes place on 26th & 27th May and this year enthusiastic individuals and local groups are being encouraged to get involved in a children’s wheelbarrow competition. Look out for other exciting activities taking place on Saturday 26th May, including the Olympic Torch Relay and the NEW Caerphilly Food Festival. There will be over 60 food and craft stalls dotted through Caerphilly town, animal displays and children’s activities including drumming workshops, crafts and face painting. Taste and buy, watch and learn, participate and enjoy, that’s what the day is all about with cookery demonstrations and talks, food stalls, food crafts, mad chefs, walking and talking eggs as well as some other bizarre food related street theatre! For more information visit: caerphilly.gov.uk/ foodfestival and caerphilly.gov.uk/flowerfestival (wheelbarrow competition application forms are available online).
Visit caerphilly. gov.uk/events to view full details on all of the events and to see timings for the Olympic Torch Relay. The Big Cheese weekend is only three months away (27th 29th July) with lots of fun events and activities being organised to make this year’s festival one to remember. We are looking for teams of fun energetic people to take part in one of the highlights of the event - the Great Cheese Race, this year with ‘Olympic themed’ fancy dress adding to the laughter and enjoyment. Download a Cheese Race application from caerphilly.gov.uk/events. The ‘What’s On - Spring/Summer’ Guide is now available in retail outlets and The Visit Caerphilly Centre, so get yourself a copy! You can also download it from visitcaerphilly.com. Enjoy the events!
Sarah-Kate Sarah-Kate Ackerman Events Officer Business Enterprise Support Team Directorate of the Environment, Regeneration & Planning, Caerphilly County Borough Council
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Missing Man - Trevor Elias - Can you help?
On Saturday 7th April, Trevor Elias a well liked and popular figure went missing in Abertridwr. Trevor’s family and friends are desperate to find him safe and well. Leah Nightingale, a friend of Trevor’s sent Local View a letter in the hope that you can help. “Well what can I say about Trevor......He is just a local legend to both small children and the hardest of men. A bit of loner, never married or had any children, which makes this all the more sad, for me anyway.
He always had time for a chat and you’d be lucky if you got one word in the whole conversation, but he’d always make you giggle with his never ending supply of jokes which is what he was best known for.”
I’m not 100% sure on his family background, the most I know is that he has a sister Cynthia who he visited every Saturday, and a brother, with a few nieces and nephews. some of his other siblings have passed away.
If you have any information, I can be contacted via email on leahnightingale1981@googlemail.com or you can call the Police on 101.
There is much speculation over when he was last seen ,some say the police said it was Saturday, walking towards the pit area. He was wearing brown suit and brown loafers and may appear confused. I hope you will appreciate that there are so many people saying they saw him here and there, that I don’t think even the police know for definite where he was last seen but, this is the best I could gather.
Leah Nightingale
Many thanks again
Trevor is and always will be a lovely gent, he loved a bet on the horses, and the community hoped and prayed he would be back for the grand national.
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Event Guide
Regular Events
Bedwas Bridge Club, Venue: Bedwas Community Education Centre, Newport Road, Bedwas. CF83 8BT. Entrance at rear of Workmen’s Hall. Every Thursday 7.00 until 9.30 pm There’s a warm welcome to all, £1 includes tea/coffee. Come with or without a Bridge partner. Tuition can be given to beginners if required. Contact Lynda on 02920 868137 for more info. Indoor Bowling (Short Mat) Venue: St. Catherine’s Church Mill Road, Caerphilly. The Parish of Caerphilly Bowls Club. Would you like to play Indoor Bowls (Short Mat)? Come and give it a try, all welcome! Please phone Larry on 029 2088 6512 for further information and times.
Open Days St Barrwgs Church, Church Street, Bedwas. Saturdays throughout the summer from 10am to 2pm. The opening date is May 12th. We extend a warm welcome to visitors to our church on volunteers will be on hand to provide refreshments and information if needed but perhaps you would simply like to sit and enjoy the tranquility of our peaceful 900 year old church. Contact number for information Chris Davies on 02920868323.
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Aber Valley Male Voice Choir. Date: 9th May 2012 Venue: St Martins Church, Caerphilly Time: 2.30pm to 5pm The Aber Valley Male Voice Choir will be joined by the Caerphilly Children’s Community Choir. This will be an excellent Spring evening for lovers of choirs and good music. Tickets £5, available on the night or from Caerphilly Visitor Centre at the Twyn or telephone 07778-482931 for other points of sale.
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Civil Service Retirement Fellowship Venue: Windsor Road Church, Windsor St, Caerphilly, CF83 1FW Second Tuesday of every month Time: 10:15am Cost £1.50 per person All Civil Service Pensioners and their partners and friends are welcome for a chat and refreshments. Speakers or other activities are also included.
Van over 50’s Club Cole Court, Mornington Meadows We meet every Wednesday between 12.30 - 4.30pm. Bingo and other prize games as well as Tea, Coffee and Biscuits. We also arrange outside Daytrips. Direct bus from Caerphilly Bus Station. Come along and meet us and receive a warm welcome. Contact Jean Cook, Treasurer on 02920 889627 Bedwas & Trethomas over 50’s Wednesday Club Venue: Bedwas & Trethomas Community Hall - Entrance rear of Workmens Hall every Wednesday Time: 1pm to 4pm Bingo Tea/Coffee/Biscuits Day Trips arranged - Come Along and have a look. A warm welcome to those that do. You can contact our Secretary Brian Wyegold on 07932 915960
Caerphilly Community Chorus Venue: Vanguard Centre & United Reformed Church, Van Road Date: Weds 23rd May 2012 Time: 7.30pm Joint choral concert with University of Winsconsin-Stout Alumni Choir (USA). TICKETS £5 from Caerphilly Visitors Centre and from choir and church members
Civil service Retirement Fellowship: Date: Tuesday 8 May 2012 Venue: Windsor Road Church, Windsor Street, Caerphilly, CF83 1FW Time: 10.15am Talk by Madam Claude Annik Rapport on the Role of an Honorary Consul. Contact Barbara or Alun on 029 2086 2091 for further details. Rudry Kitchen’s Spring Rural Market Date: 13th May 2012 Venue: Rudry Parish Hall Time: 11am – 3pm Our best market yet with quality local producers and introducing Robin from Sharpknives.co.uk who will be on hand to sharpen your kitchen knives, scissors, lawn mower blades etc. Contact Angharad on 07970 413574, or email info@therudrykitchen.co.uk for more information Clairvoyant Evening Venue: Virginia Park Golf Range Date: Wednesday 23rd May Time: 7.30pm Come and join us for a fundraiser in aid of Friends of Tenovus, Caerphilly. Tickets are £5 and can be brought at the Golf Range or the Tenovus shop. For further information please call Jennie on 029 20889334
June 2012 deadline is Wednesday 23rd May
An evening of entertainment with performances Date: Thursday 31st May 2012 Venue: Bedwas Workman’s Hall Time: 7pm Caerphilly Fundraising Group presents The Caerphilly Ladies Choir and special guests, raising money on behalf of Marie Curie Cancer Care. Tickets £5.00 per person. Contact: Betty Hynam on 02920 864528
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Jubilee Party Date: 4 June 2012 Venue: St Catherine’s Church Hall, Mill Road, Caerphilly Time: 2.30pm to 5pm Come and celebrate the Jubilee with a party for all ages. Fun and games, music and party tea. Try and wear something in red, white or blue. No charge. Any contributions of party food would be welcome. For further details and numbers contact Pam Bramall on 029 2086 9882
Venue: St Helen’s Church, Caerphilly. Date: Friday 15th June 2012 Time: 7 p.m. The Aber Valley Male Voice Choir is holding a concert to celebrate 50 years membership of the choir for four men. They are David Cook, Ralph Howells, John Jenkins and Geraint Evans. It also celebrates 30 years of accompaniment by Aurelia Jones. The artistes are Serin and Siriol Burford. All proceeds of the concert will be in aid of Ty Hafan. Tickets cost £6 and can be obtained from any chorister, or phone Geraint on 029 20884060 St Martin’s Church Grand Fete Date: 9 June 2012 Venue: St Martin’s Church Hall, Park Lane, Caerphilly Time:10am Admission 50p, children free, Cake stall, BBQ, plant stall, competitions, refreshments. Fun and games for the children.
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1st year celebrations for local business!
Happy Birthday Kip! Kip McGrath Education Centre Caerphilly celebrates its first birthday on May 1st, Centre Director Keith has the same birthday, but not his first! Official Opening ‘Kip’ was opened by local MP Wayne David on 1st May 2011. In our first year we have helped many local students to improve their confidence and performance in English, Maths and Science. Success story Our students have been helped to success in early reading, Primary English and Maths, transition to secondary school, Key Stage 3, GCSE English Maths and English, and private school entrance exams. Kip McGrath affirms that any student can improve his or her confidence and performance using ‘Kip’s’ tried and tested methods. ‘Kip’ students build on what they have learnt in school. Each student has an individual learning pattern based on the FREE assessment they attend before their first lesson. Real Teachers Keith and June Anthony are experienced teachers , having taught for 30 and 20 years respectively, in local Schools. Keith and June are joined at ‘Kip’ by Jemma Hills, a specialist Key Stage 2 (Junior) teacher, and Dr Keri Page, a specialist Science teacher. Dr Keri is Head of a science department at a comprehensive school serving Caerphilly. Keith, June, Jemma and Keri are real teachers, but ‘Kip’ is not a school. So its Christian names all round! Also, all lessons end with games (although they are English or Maths games!).
June 2012 deadline is Wednesday 23rd May
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Legal Eagle - Dividing assets
Going through a divorce can be a traumatic time for most, but consideration must be given as to what is to happen to the matrimonial assets when parties separate. If there are children involved there is also the issue of deciding where the children should reside permanently. These tricky elements form part and parcel of the work that the avid divorce lawyer has to work out, with a view to arriving at a sensible solution for all parties involved. At the end of March 2012, the Court of Appeal handed down a judgment in the first ever Civil Partnership appeal case. In that case, Lawrence v Gallagher the court had to consider the division of assets in a Civil Partnership.
to be used and enjoyed by both parties within the Civil Partnership, and for that reason the court felt that it should be equally shared as part of the settlement. There are many other elements to the Judgment, which makes interesting reading if readers want to know more. However, the principle outlined above is worth noting. Article provided by Anne-Marie Hamer Messrs Evans and Greaves Solicitors
The most striking feature from the judgment was that of how a pre-acquired asset owned by one party was deemed
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We can deliver whatever the weather give us a ring! We stock Ironmongery, Tools, Hardware, Bicycle spares, Paints, Diy, Electrical, Gardening, Security etc
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Thought for the Month
How it should be.... So, I had popped in to our local spar to pay for our lucky lotto numbers (again), and was told that the nice chap who runs the shop was going on some sort of Trek up a mountain in India to raise some money for a local lad who needs an operation in America (see details below). I was impressed with this shop owners ‘heart to help’ and then even more impressed how much had already been raised by lots of local people with that same desire to help. Well done folks! There is a sense, when we give together like this, that ‘This is how it should be’. It is more than just a nice feeling because we have ‘done the right thing’. It is a recognition that we are all in this together, if one of us is hurting - then all of us are hurting, a bit. It should be hard to ignore all the needs around us … maybe we have been become used to it because of all the stuff we see on TV etc. Pentecost is a Christian Festival that is celebrated during May, churches quite rightly celebrate the fact that this was when God sent his Holy Spirit
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to the disciples – who were changed for ever and the church was born … in an amazing way. Supernatural miracles occurred as those ‘followers’ became leaders … but, ‘natural miracles’ occurred too as they started sharing everything that they had, money, food, homes – it just seemed that’s how that it should be! www.tomsdream.co.uk – is aiming to raise some £45,000.00 to fund a local Caerphilly lad, Tom, to go over to America to undergo an operation and treatment for his type of Cerebral Palsy. You can donate on line or catch up on fundraising events via his website.
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Rayban’s New Collection Just in Choose from a wide selection of Rayban Frames and Sunglasses All designer sunglasses are at VAT free prices Stewart Greenberg Opticians
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Popsy
POPSY is a local Charity supporting families with youngsters who are blind, have special needs and/or with life-threatening conditions. We offer advice, support and accessible trips that bring families together reassuring them there is always someone who cares.
Since 2003, POPSY has raised over £96,000 – not far off that magic £100k now … Donate via Paypal: popsycharity@hotmail.co.uk
POPSY raises funds for Specialist Equipment / Toys; ‘Ty POPSY’ running costs and our Trips (eg. the POPSY Disneyland Paris Trip in September).
Contact: Dr Tymandra Blewett-Silcock (Poppy’s Mum) on Tel: 01633 440949 POPSY Charity, 1 Rectory Gardens, Machen, CF83 8SU POPSY Reg Charity 1104560 eMail: popsycharity@hotmail.co.uk or find us on Facebook
Fundraising Events in 2012 Jubilee Fayre: 10am-2pm Sunday 20 May – Machen Village Hall Sponsored 5k Fun Run / Walk / Wheel: 11am Sunday 10 June – Ynysangharad War Memorial Park, Pontypridd Big Cheese Stall: 11am-6pm Saturday 28 + Sunday 29 July – Caerphilly Castle If you can take part in, sponsor or help POPSY at any of these Events PLEASE get in touch or …Ever thought of holding your own Event ? Heard of any Grants we could apply for ? Does your Employer do ‘Dress down Days’ ? Please nominate POPSY as a local Charity who deserves local support – Sponsor Forms available now.
We are a local company with over 20 years experience. We don’t have the overheads of larger Window Companies so you benefit from substantial savings. Installers of High Quality PVCu: • Windows & Doors • Patio Doors • French Doors • Conservatories We comply with Building Regulations Part L Pilkington “K” Glass used throughout
June 2012 deadline is Wednesday 23rd May
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02920 862100 www.caerphillyfuneralservices.com
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History of Llanbradach Bowling Club
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Llanbradach Bowls Club was established in 1901.We have been looking at the history of the club and this month the focus is on the years 1954 - 1960. Mr H.P Jones passed away in October 1954 he was the last founder member. Rhiwbina send a letter to Llanbradach Bowling club informing the club that they will be wearing whites in the game against Llanbradach when they next play each other. It was resolved that all WBA games would be played in whites. 1958 - An American gent whose father became a member donated 21 dollars to purchase a cup for competition. The cup was to be called The John Meadows cup. The type of competition was to be decided at the AGM. 1959 New Bar - The Bar was built by Billy Mills at the cost of materials only. Bar equipment bought for new bar. Drinks were: Bitter 1/1, HB 1/4, Spirits 2/- including dash. First delivery was December 4th 1959. Magistrates registered the bowling club as a club from 16th November 1959. The club agreed to accept social membership forthwith.
A meeting was held with the social club about extending over our property architects agreed that the bowling club would be entitled to compensation. Social club agreed to build a brick wall in exchange for 100sq feet. The social club did not keep to this agreement but erected a wooden fence which the bowling club had to replace with a stone wall some years after. 1960 Bar Takings - In the first 5 weeks the bar made £80. The John Meadows cup to become the pairs cup and the Arthur Paul cup to become the triples. Social membership rose to 35 and a TV was bought for the bar. An extension to the pavilion cost £94. It was agreed to employ a full time green keeper and bar person at £12. p.w. A special meeting was called because a second team maybe required and all people that were interested could enquire to enter a team in the 1962/63 PG2 competition. V G John was selected to play for Wales. If you are interested in joining the club, please see our advert below.
Llanbradach Bowling Club’s private Function room is available for private hire for just £30.00*
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Join our social club for just £5 a year
First year membership for NEW bowling members is FREE! FREE coaching for 6-14 yrs on Sunday mornings with free Pop & Crisps!
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Virginia Park Garage Celebrating 50 Years in Business 1961 - 2011
TEL: 029 2088 3242 Family owned Business Large off road car park
Opening Times Monday to Friday - 8.30am - 5pm Saturday - 8.30am - 12pm
MOT only £30 with this advert FREE MOT RETEST (WITHIN 10 WORKING DAYS)
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Need a Gas Man? Adrian Miles is an ex-British Gas central heating engineer with over 22 years experience in the gas industry. I offer a wide range of services: * Boiler installation specialist * Boiler breakdown repairs * Landlord certificates / Gas safety certificates * Boiler maintenance and servicing * British gas trained water treatment and power flushing engineer Fully insured ~ ACS qualified ~ Gas Safe registered.
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