A protest march organised over unfounded fears a Premier Inn extension could be used to house asylum seekers is going ahead this weekend, despite the firm categorically denying the plans.
Trethomas club owner claims council forced business to close after £9,500 noise fine
Clwb Ruperra, in Trethomas, was ordered to pay £9,571 at Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court after the company admitted three breaches of a noise abatement notice.
Marks and Spencer bids to open new M&S Foodhall in Caerphilly
The retailer has submitted a planning application to Caerphilly County Borough Council to open a new store on Gallagher Retail Park.
Fire service thanks crews from across UK for wildfire support
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service has thanked crews from across the UK who provided aid during the recent wildfires.
Recycling changes and bin cuts ‘impossible’ to avoid if borough is to meet targets
Major changes to waste and recycling services will likely happen across Caerphilly County Borough in 2029, as senior councillors warn there is no other way to avoid huge fines.
Caerphilly Cheese Festival returns this weekend
The annual Caerphilly Cheese Festival returns to the town centre this weekend, bringing two days of food, live music, and family entertainment to the area.
Senedd Members support calls for better paternity leave in UK-wide parent strike
Parents and politicians joined together on the steps of the Senedd today calling for better paternity leave and support for new parents.
New Tesco Express store opens inside former Methodist Church
A new Tesco Express store has finally opened its doors in Newbridge, inside the former Methodist Church on Bridge Street.
Wildfire situation has ‘improved significantly’ – but fire chief warns ‘this is not over’
Firefighters are urging residents across south Wales to remain vigilant as active wildfires continue to smoulder, despite an overall drop in regional incidents.
Libraries set to close after campaigners’ legal action fails
Ten libraries across Caerphilly County Borough Council are to close, after a failed legal action by campaigners.
Opinion
In a more devolved UK, should London still be in charge of broadcasting?
Jamie Medhurst, of Aberystwyth University, explores whether Wales should have more say over broadcasting.
‘Unemployment is personal to me’: Council leader on what is being done to boost employment
Cllr Jamie Pritchard, leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council, discusses the local authority’s employment support.
‘Our emergency services and volunteers have gone above and beyond to protect our communities’
In her latest piece for Caerphilly Observer, Gwent’s police and crime commissioner, Jane Mudd, thanks emergency service workers for their efforts tackling the recent wildfires.
Sport
Cricket catchup: Wins for Abercarn, Blackwood, Machen and Pontymister & Crosskeys
Caerphilly County Borough’s first sides were back in action on the weekend, in the South East Wales Cricket League’s penultimate round of fixtures.
Cricket catch-up: Machen, Blackwood, and Pontymister & Crosskeys among winners
Several of Caerphilly County Borough’s first sides picked up key wins as the end of the season nears in the South East Wales Cricket League.
Price beaten in all-Welsh final in New Zealand
Gerwyn Price reached the final of the New Zealand Darts Masters over the weekend, but was beaten in the showpiece by fellow Welshman Jonny Clayton.
Treowen Stars make light work of Caerphilly Athletic under tough conditions
Treowen Stars welcomed fellow borough side Caerphilly Athletic to life in the Cymru South with a comfortable 3-0 win at Bush Park under the baking sun.
Trethomas Bluebirds still searching for first win after home defeat to Caerau Ely
Trethomas Bluebirds have suffered their first defeat of the season in a back-and-forth 4-2 loss against Caerau Ely in the Cymru South.