Care services run by Caerphilly County Borough Council have been praised for delivering “excellent” support in a new inspection.
Author: Richard Gurner
Draining of historic reservoir prompts concern for wildlife
A historic 200-year-old reservoir, classed as a Site of Importance for Nature Conservation, is under threat from being permanently drained by its landowners over “public safety” concerns.
16 to 21-year-olds in Wales urged to take advantage of £1 bus travel
Youngsters between the ages of 16 and 21-years-olds are being encouraged to register to take advantage of £1 bus fares from next month.
Bluetongue livestock travel restrictions to ease
Measures restricting the movement of livestock because of the Bluetongue virus have been eased from today (Monday August 18), the Welsh Government has said.
Appeal after petrol station worker attacked confronting suspected shoplifter
Police are appealing for information after a woman reportedly attacked a worker at the dip garage in near Trecenydd.
Ukrainian family open new café at Caerphilly Railway Station with their UK sponsor
A Ukrainian family who came to Wales to escape Russia’s invasion of their country have opened a new café at Caerphilly Railway Station – with the help of the lady who housed them.
Caerphilly County Borough marks 80th anniversary of VJ Day
The Blackwood and District Branch of the Royal British Legion held a service at Markham War Memorial honouring those who served and sacrificed during the Second World War.
Hefin held a desire and a duty to serve the public and his community, and he did
Caerphilly Observer’s editor and publisher Richard Gurner shares his thoughts on the late Hefin David.
Drug dealer caught with £16,000 of cocaine jailed
A drug dealer who tried to run from police responding to a school burglar alarm has been jailed for two years.
Gilfach barber celebrates second national Barber of the Year title
A Gilfach barber has once again been recognised among the best in the UK after winning Barber/Gentlemen’s Hairdresser of the Year at the British Hair and Beauty Awards 2025.Martyn Hone, founder of…