The Royal Hotel, on Havard Road, Abertridwr, started being used by the council for emergency accommodation in December 2023.
Author: Richard Gurner
South Wales Fire Service taken over by Welsh Government
Oversight of South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is to be taken over by the Welsh Government, following a damning report into the organisation’s culture.
Charlotte Church and Côr Cochion at Bedwas Workmen’s Hall
Charlotte Church, together with socialist choir Côr Cochion, will lead 100 singers at a musical event to support Palestinian victims of the Israel-Hamas war.
The Caerphilly animation studio behind Foo Fighters videos marks ten years in business
An award-winning computer animation and graphics studio, whose credits include music videos for the Foo Fighters, has celebrated its tenth anniversary.
Direct train service between Newport and Ebbw Vale officially launched
The first direct train service for 60 years to run between Newport and Ebbw Vale is to be given its official launch today, marking the end of a multimillion pound project.
Plan to close pathway due to antisocial behaviour
Blackwood councillor Kevin Etheridge said the safety of residents had to be ensured and that other paths had been closed.
Restaurant owners thank ‘inspirational’ community for support
Lee and Samantha Humphreys opened Fish Kitchen 1931 in Bargoed in November last year after an extensive refurbishment of the former Conti fish and chip shop.
Strike ballot opens for senior Welsh doctors in pay dispute
Senior doctors in Wales are holding a vote whether to follow their junior colleagues and go on strike in a dispute over pay.
Bedwas and Bargoed in WRU Championship Cup action
Both Bedwas and Bargoed will be in action on Saturday January 20 when they play respective quarter finals against Brecon and Llangennech.
Closure of Caerphilly’s Coffi Vista moves a step closer as draft budget goes to consultation
A final decision to close the popular Coffi Vista has moved a step closer today after Caerphilly County Borough Council’s cabinet agreed its draft budget.