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.
Up to £2,000 on offer for projects bringing communities together
Community groups, schools and third sector organisations can apply for grants of up to £2,000 to run projects that bring people together.
Museum described as a “real hidden gem” by television star
Nantgarw Chinaworks Museum welcomed television pottery star Angharad Reed, who stopped by for a visit of the site.
Council apologises to man over son’s supported housing complaint
Caerphilly County Borough Council has apologised to a man who raised concerns about his son’s “unsuitable” supported housing placement.
Mum builds safe haven for neurodivergent children and their families
Neuroguard, founded by Danielle Cull, provides sessions for neurodivergent children and their parents across the Caerphilly borough.
New poetry booklet celebrating Aber Valley’s heritage set to be released
It is the fourth edition of Tatws Sion Cent, which features poetry written by Aber Valley residents, celebrating the valley’s heritage and history.
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.
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
Cricket catch-up: Mixed fortunes for borough sides
It was another week of mixed fortunes for Caerphilly County Borough’s first teams in the South East Wales Cricket League.
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.