Calls for a Wales-wide inquiry have been made after a damning Audit Wales report exposed serious failings at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board in the awarding of multimillion pound GP contracts.
Volunteers of all ages gather for community litter pick
A wide range of ages took part, from younger residents to older members of the community, all working together to make a visible difference to the area.
‘For many Ukrainians living in Wales, this flag is not just a flag’
A Senedd Member has rallied to support Ukrainians living in Wales, amid calls for their flag to be removed from outside the Senedd.
‘Our community is pretty fantastic’: Firefighter car wash raises hundreds for charities
Firefighters in Caerphilly have raised hundreds of pounds for charity after hosting a community car wash at the town’s fire station.
Decision day nears for legal challenge to library closures
Campaigners against planned library closures in Caerphilly will have their legal challenge heard on Thursday June 4.
School transport cuts row continues as council leader seeks more funding
Cost-cutting changes to school transport in Caerphilly remain on the table, as the county borough council’s leader appeals to the new Welsh Government for more funding.
Caerphilly Art Society’s annual exhibition opens to packed audience
The exhibition, at the Twyn Community Centre, was opened by Caerphilly town mayor Mike Prew on Tuesday May 26, and runs until Saturday May 30.
Tour de France volunteers needed as applications open
The route will take riders through some of Wales’ most challenging terrain, including climbs over the Rhigos and Caerphilly Mountain in the closing kilometres.
Bargoed YMCA offering space for groups and businesses
Bargoed YMCA is looking to bring new opportunities into the community by opening up a range of rental spaces at its centre in Gilfach.
No injuries reported after major house fire
No injuries have been reported following a major house fire in Lansbury Park.
Opinion
What would Aneurin Bevan think about the organisation named in his honour?
After reading Audit Wales’ report into the health board that carries his name, Caerphilly Observer editor Richard Gurner wonders what Aneurin Bevan would make of the organisation today?
‘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.
Sport
Price denied spectacular comeback in Premier League play-off defeat
Gerwyn Price came from 9-4 down to draw level with Luke Littler in the semi-finals, but it was the teenager who clinched the deciding leg.
Gerwyn Price ready for Premier League Darts play-offs
“It feels like any of the four of us can win it. It’s going to be tough, but I believe I can do it and I’m there to win.”
Silverstone debut ends in disappointment for Caerphilly racer
Caerphilly race driver Graham Cole endured a frustrating debut at the Silverstone Historic GP meeting after a mechanical failure ended his weekend after just four laps of qualifying.
Caerphilly RFC Under-14s crowned European champions after Frankfurt triumph
Young rugby players from Caerphilly have been crowned champions at a European tournament in Germany after two years of fundraising helped make the trip possible.
Caerphilly Dragons U14s complete perfect season after becoming treble winners
Caerphilly Dragons’ Under-14 girls’ football team have lifted three trophies this campaign, including two South Wales-based cups.