Dozens of dentists have quit NHS contracts in Wales over the past year, prompting questions in the Senedd about whether new reforms to the system are already driving practices away.
RSPCA launches appeal to find injured horse’s owner
The cob type horse was rescued from land off Dan y Graig Road, Risca, on Monday March 16 after being found in a poor condition.
Council still hopeful of A469 funding deal but is willing to go it alone
Cabinet members have agreed to start the paperwork on a compulsory purchase order for the land alongside the A469, but would prefer to negotiate a deal.
Welsh greyhound racing ban backed by Senedd Members
The last remaining greyhound racing track in Wales faces closure after plans to ban the sport were approved.
Police investigating after car and bank cards stolen in burglary
A car and bank cards went missing following a burglary on Blackwood Road, Pontllanfraith earlier this month.
Thumbs up for new padel court at empty industrial unit
The unit will feature a padel court, check-in kiosk and lounge area – and players will book sessions using an online system.
Brass band earns chance to represent Wales on national stage
Markham and District Band have secured their place at the prestigious National Brass Band Finals in York this September.
Risca could lose a council seat under latest boundary review
The Democracy and Boundary Commission Cymru has published its final recommendations for changes to the borough’s wards.
‘Historic milestone’: Senedd backs British Sign Language bill
The BSL bill – introduced by Conservative Mark Isherwood – will end Wales’ status as the only UK nation without specific sign language protections.
Woman to walk length of Hadrian’s Wall in father’s memory to raise money for charity
An Abercarn woman will embark on a journey like no other this August- an 84-mile walk across Hadrian’s Wall in memory of her dad, Peter, who passed away last year with cancer.
Opinion
‘Tactical voting is dead’: Labour candidate talks Senedd election
Labour candidate Richard Tunnicliffe discusses how the new voting system being brought in at this year’s Senedd election means tactical voting is no longer necessary.
How plans to share wind farm profits with local people has been tried elsewhere
Udisha Saklani, lecturer at King’s College London, looks at Plaid Cymru’s pledge to make companies share benefits of energy projects with residents, and how it has been tried elsewhere.
‘Smoke and mirrors’: Delyth Jewell MS attacks UK Government rail announcement
South Wales East MS Delyth Jewell, who represents Plaid Cymru, has said Wales “deserves clarity” over the UK Government’s recent rail funding announcement for Wales.
Sport
Rugby round-up: Bedwas beat Ynysddu, Crumlin defeat Falcons
While Wales wrapped up their Six Nations campaign with victory over Italy, it was a mixed weekend for club sides across Caerphilly County Borough.
Wales seek first Six Nations win as they take on buoyant Italy side
Steve Tandy has named an unchanged Wales XV to take on Italy in the final game of the 2026 Six Nations.