Calvinist Methodist Bethel Chapel, in New Tredegar, had been listed with a guide price of just £7,000, but went under the hammer for £47,000.
Third proposal for new flats above convenience store
Plans for new homes above an Ystrad Mynach convenience store have been submitted for a third time, after council planners rejected two previous bids.
Money seized from criminals benefitting youth music project
Young people are learning how to play instruments, write music, and build their confidence thanks to money seized from criminals.
Concerns plan for 60 new homes could affect public right of way
Proposals for 60 new homes in Cefn Hengoed face local opposition over fears the development will affect a public right of way.
Pupils steal the show with creative catwalk event
Creative primary school pupils have staged their very own ‘trashion show’ – showcasing their hand-crafted outfits made entirely from recycled materials.
Mum’s heartfelt pledge after losing her daughter to a brain tumour
Last April, 11-year-old Alicia‑Adele passed away with a brain tumour, just 15 days after she woke up one morning with a numb arm.
Police appeal after man, 72, attacked in street
The victim, who has since been released from hospital, was attacked by four males, believed to be teenagers.
The Senedd Commission: What is it and what does it do?
The Senedd Commission is often mentioned when discussing Welsh politics – but what actually is it and what does it do?
18-year-old driver dies in Caerphilly crash
The collision happened along the A468, between the Pwllypant and St Cenydd roundabouts in Caerphilly, at around 11.25pm on Thursday May 21.
Second bid lodged to convert ‘disused’ office into five-bed HMO
Plans for a HMO in Ystrad Mynach have been resubmitted after an earlier application was rejected over flooding concerns.
Opinion
‘By and large, Wales voted for hope over hate’
Casnewydd Islwyn MS Peredur Owen Griffiths looks back at Plaid Cymru’s Senedd election victory and the party’s plans in government.
Politics is a brutal game
The new voting system in the recent Senedd election exposed how brutal politics can be.
‘We come from different political parties, but we all share the same purpose’
New Senedd Llywydd Huw Irranca-Davies pledges to lead an open, respectful and collaborative chamber focused on serving communities across Wales.
Sport
Nelson see off Abercwmboi to win Mid District Division One Cup
Euan Jones was the hero after his last-gasp try snatched glory for Nelson as they defeated Abercwmboi 34-27 at Pontypridd’s Sardis Road to lift the Worthington’s Mid District Division One Cup.
Cricket catch-up: Blackwood on top in all-borough clash as sides return to winning ways
There was a return to winning ways for some of Caerphilly County Borough’s first teams in the South East Wales Cricket League in sweltering conditions this weekend.
Pantside ABC crowned Wales’ top club with five champions at national finals
The gym in Newbridge had six boxers reach the Minors and Schools finals at Cardiff’s Sport Wales National Centre.
Cricket catch-up: Difficult weekend for borough teams
It was a difficult weekend for most of Caerphilly County Borough’s first teams in the South East Wales Cricket League, where some matches were played under reduced-overs rules due to the unpredictable weather.
Rugby round-up: Newbridge and Bedwas end season with wins
The club rugby season has now come to an end for clubs across Caerphilly County Borough, as the last fixtures were played on Saturday May 16.