Tributes have been paid to the long-serving Van ward councillor Christine Forehead, who has passed away at the age of 81.
Author: Rhys Williams
Commissioner seeking older people’s views on social care services
Wales’ older people’s commissioner is working on a report outlining what’s working well for older people in social care and what improvements are needed.
Llancaiach Fawr takeover ‘very much on track’ amid calls for council to ‘come clean’
Plans to “breathe new life” into Llancaiach Fawr are “very much on track”, the council’s leader has insisted, amid Plaid calls for the council to ‘be honest and come clean’ over delays.
Knife amnesty bin at Blackwood Police Station as part of week-long national campaign
A knife amnesty bin has been set up at Blackwood Police Station as part of national efforts to deter knife crime.
Frustration over railway footbridge replacement delays five-and-a-half years on
A railway footbridge damaged five-and-a-half years ago is yet to be replaced, despite promises.
18-year-old man appears in court charged with murder and attempted murder
An 18-year-old man has been charged with murder and attempted murder following the death of teenager Lainie Williams in Cefn Fforest last week.
Jersey belonging to late Wales and Lions rugby star returned to family
A British and Irish Lions jersey worn by the late rugby player Alun Pask, from Blackwood, has been returned to his family.
Winners announced at Sport Caerphilly Awards 2025
The event recognised volunteers, coaches, athletes, and clubs whose dedication and commitment inspire and empower local communities.
MS calls on Welsh Government to back calls to reopen railway line through Nelson
The Welsh Government should support calls for the reopening of Nelson’s railway line to passengers, Plaid Cymru’s deputy leader has said.
Council relaunches annual festive food bank appeal
The council is appealing to residents, staff, and local businesses for donations to support local food banks and communities this Christmas.