Officers from Gwent Police uncovered a cannabis farm in Maesycwmmer following a 10am raid today, Friday April 19.
Author: Richard Gurner
Libanus Lifestyle Centre holding wedding showcase event
Blackwood’s Libanus Lifestyle, which used to be a chapel, is inviting people to see what it has to offer on Sunday April 21, between 11am and 2pm.
The youth centre finding new ways to bring its community together
Community and togetherness were the themes at the official opening of a refurbished computer room at Senghenydd Youth Drop In Centre.
BMA calls off senior doctor strike action
Senior doctors in Wales have called off a planned 48-hour strike after pay negotiations were resumed with the Welsh Government.
Newbridge School receives positive inspection report from Estyn
School inspectors from Estyn have praised Newbridge School for its “caring and supportive community” where “most pupils feel safe and free from bullying or harassment”.
New bus timetable and price increases introduced
Fares across the Stagecoach bus network in south Wales have risen by an average of 7% from today, April 1.
Two men deny people smuggling charges
The men were initially arrested in April 2023 at a hand car wash on Pontygwindy Road, Caerphilly.
Councillor to take on walking challenge to support stroke group
Cllr Andrew Farina-Childs has been making regular trips around Blackwood Showfield – often being joined by members of the community for support.
Barclays to close, but staff will be based at community centre
Barclays Bank staff are to be based at Blackwood’s Libanus Lifestyle Centre, once the town’s branch closes.
Deputy council leader defended over resignation call after new market delay
Ffos Caerffili had been due to open on Friday March 15, but recent rain holding up building work has been blamed for the latest setback.