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”.
Author: Richard Gurner
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.
Ffos Caerffili container market opening delayed for a fourth time
Ffos Caerffili had been due to open on Friday March 15, but “significant rainfall in recent weeks” has been blamed for the latest postponement,
Children’s orchard takes shape after nearly 50 trees planted
Children from Hendredenny Park Primary have been busy planting trees as part of a community council’s effort to improve the local environment.
Smart Money Cymru to merge with Newport Credit Union
The combined entity, which will continue to be called Smart Money Cymru, will be the largest organisation of its kind in Wales.
Calls for public inquiry after second body mix-up at Grange Hospital
There are calls for a public inquiry after a health board admitted releasing the wrong bodies to two different families in a hospital mortuary mix-up.