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Padel courts among proposals for new ‘sport and leisure hub’

Thursday, April 16, 2026

A developer has set out plans to convert a Cwmcarn warehouse into a leisure attraction, with padel courts among the proposals for the space.

More than just ‘old man’s marbles’: The ladies’ club proving bowls is for everyone

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Club members want to dispel stereotypes about the sport “being for old men,” highlighting how the sport can offer a sense of community and improve mental and physical health.

Nearly 6,000 visitors at Ystrad Mynach’s food, drink, and music festival

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Nearly 6,000 people visited Ystrad Mynach when the town held its food, drink, and music festival last month.

Extra weekly payments pledge for ‘crucial’ kinship carers

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Some carers in Caerphilly County Borough will be given an increased weekly allowance in recognition of the “crucial” role they play in supporting vulnerable children.

Parties pledge support to Owain’s Law campaign ahead of Senedd election

Thursday, April 16, 2026

A woman fighting to change the law in memory of her late husband has secured support from four political parties ahead of the Senedd election on May 7.

Road closures confirmed for this year’s Caerphilly 10k and 2k races

Thursday, April 16, 2026

The annual Caerphilly 10k and 2k races return on Sunday May 10, with roads set to close as part of the event.

Rugby club hopes new deal for its home ground will ‘open doors’

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Bargoed RFC is poised to take over the running of its home ground, as one of three deals struck between community groups and Caerphilly County Borough Council.

What do you think about public rights of way in Caerphilly County Borough?

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Residents are being invited to share their views on public rights of way in Caerphilly County Borough, as plans progress to re-establish the Caerphilly Local Access forum. 

Vulnerable girl, 15, abused by ex-soldiers in illegal care home

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Caerphilly County Borough Council has refused to explain how a vulnerable 15-year-old girl in its care came to be placed in an illegal care home 300 miles away.

New indoor golf simulator proposed for industrial estate

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Craig Hughes, of Pin Sim Golf, has requested change-of-use planning permission from Caerphilly County Borough Council for the new venture.

Opinion

Voters in Wales face Senedd election amid confusion over who holds power over what

Thursday, April 9, 2026

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’

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Caerphilly Senedd Member Lindsay Whittle criticises council changes to school transport in this piece for Caerphilly Observer.

Short-term pothole repairs ‘represent a false economy’

Monday, March 30, 2026

In this piece for Caerphilly Observer, South Wales East MS Peredur Owen Griffiths talks about potholes and Plaid Cymru’s Senedd election campaign.

Sport

Treowen shooting for the Stars ahead of cup final

Monday, April 13, 2026

Treowen Stars have reached the final of the Welsh Blood Service Cup after defeating Cymru North outfit Buckley Town on penalties. 

Bedwas win WRU Championship Cup final at Principality Stadium

Monday, April 13, 2026

Bedwas held on to claim the silverware in a hard-fought game at the Principality Stadium, with credit due to a Bridgend side that kept going to the final whistle in a ‘never say die’ performance.

Rugby round-up: Big wins for Crumlin and New Tredegar; Abertysswg Falcons secure first victory

Monday, April 13, 2026

Crumlin and New Tredegar were big winners over the weekend – while Abertysswg Falcons secured their first victory this season – as Caerphilly County Borough’s teams battled it out over the weekend.

‘This is only the beginning’: South Wales Jets hoping to inspire next generation of girls

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Around 30 young girls tried their hand at rugby league during a taster session hosted by Ystrad Mynach-based South Wales Jets.

Rugby round-up: Easter wins for Newbridge, Bedwas, and Penallta

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Club rugby continued over Easter weekend, with teams battling out once more as promotion pushes commence.

Latest News

  • Padel courts among proposals for new ‘sport and leisure hub’Thursday, April 16, 2026
  • Penyrheol Ladies Bowls Club
    More than just ‘old man’s marbles’: The ladies’ club proving bowls is for everyoneThursday, April 16, 2026
  • Visitors flocked to Ystrad Mynach on March 28
    Nearly 6,000 visitors at Ystrad Mynach’s food, drink, and music festivalThursday, April 16, 2026
  • Cllr Elaine Forehead, Labour councillor for the Van ward
    Extra weekly payments pledge for ‘crucial’ kinship carersThursday, April 16, 2026
  • Owain James and wife Ellie on their wedding day with their daughter
    Parties pledge support to Owain’s Law campaign ahead of Senedd electionThursday, April 16, 2026
  • Road closures confirmed for this year’s Caerphilly 10k and 2k racesThursday, April 16, 2026

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Legal & Public Notices

  • Planning notice for land south of Valley View, Cefn HengoedThursday, April 2, 2026
  • Caerphilly County Borough Council public noticesThursday, April 2, 2026
  • Notice of application for a variation of a premises licence: Ffos CaerffiliMonday, March 30, 2026
  • Notice of application for a premises licence: Machen Cricket ClubMonday, March 30, 2026
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