Wales has been underserved by devolution and should make changes to climate and sex education policies, according to Mike Ford, the Heritage Party’s candidate for the Casnewydd Islwyn constituency.
Welsh-medium primary school praised by inspectors
Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg y Castell, located just a stone’s throw away from Caerphilly Castle, was visited by schools inspectorate Estyn in February.
Charity arts and craft exhibition to be held this month
The annual exhibition offers both established and emerging artists an opportunity to showcase their work in a friendly, community‑focused setting.
Independent candidate pledges to serve residents without party interference
Voters deserve a Senedd Member who will represent them instead of toeing a party line, according to independent candidate Taran Clayton.
Police appeal after motorcyclist, 44, dies in crash
A 44-year-old man died following a motorbike crash on the A472 in Hafodyrynys on Monday.
Resurfacing work underway on pothole-plagued road
Resurfacing work is underway on Caerphilly’s Crescent Road ahead of this weekend’s 10k and 2k races.
Senedd election manifesto deep dive: Welsh Liberal Democrats
For the last five years, Jane Dodds has been the sole Lib Dem representative in the Senedd. At this election, she wants company in Cardiff Bay.
Senedd election manifesto deep dive: Welsh Labour
Welsh Labour’s manifesto draws on both what it deems previous successes and new promises for the seventh Senedd term.
Senedd election manifesto deep dive: Welsh Conservatives
A look at the Welsh Conservatives’ manifesto, titled ‘Fix Wales, Our Plan To Get Wales Working’, ahead of the Senedd election.
Senedd election manifesto deep dive: Wales Green Party
Since Zack Polanski became leader of the Green Party in September, it has surged in the UK polls. Its Welsh leader, Anthony Slaughter, will be hoping this translates into Senedd seats.
Opinion
A new Welsh electoral landscape puts Plaid Cymru within reach of power
Anwen Elias and Elin Royles, of Aberystwyth University, look at Plaid Cymru’s hopes and ambitions ahead of next week’s Senedd election.
Voters in Wales face Senedd election amid confusion over who holds power over what
Ahead of May’s Senedd election, many people in Wales remain unclear about who is responsible for important political decisions.
‘Council’s decision to press ahead with changes to home to school transport is truly baffling’
Caerphilly Senedd Member Lindsay Whittle criticises council changes to school transport in this piece for Caerphilly Observer.
Sport
Cricket catch-up: Bad weather frustrates on opening day of new season
Bad weather frustrated most of the borough’s sides on the opening weekend of the 2026 South East Wales Cricket League season.
Rugby round-up: Season’s end edges closer as teams continue to battle it out
The season is nearly at its conclusion, with promotion and relegation already confirmed for some teams – while the battle continues for others.
Silverware for under-11s after plate final victory
Rhymney Valley and Caerphilly Schools District Under-11s beat Mynydd Mawr and Dinefwr 50-10 to win the DC Thomas Plate Final.
Walk, don’t run: Ladies’ walking football team’s remarkable rise
The Fleur de Lis-based FDL Ladies now has 25 members, with their ages ranging from 30 to 70.
Rugby round-up: Huge wins for Bedwas, Nelson and Bargoed Athletic
As the weather heated up over the weekend, so did the promotion chases and relegation battles across the Welsh rugby pyramid.