Rhys Williams, Author at Caerphilly Observer

Who is eligible for the autumn Covid-19 vaccination programme?

Wales’ health secretary has issued an update on who will be eligible for the autumn Covid-19 vaccination programme.

Gwent Police is appealing for information to find 28-year-old Liam Skym, who has been recalled to prison.

Figures released in a report by the Welsh NHS show gonorrhoea cases jumped 27% in 2023, while syphilis cases rose by 20%.

Eligible households whose homes have coal fires, back boilers or single-glazed windows will be able to apply for grant funding.

Fochriw Primary School received the award from the Welsh Heritage School Association, alongside £500 prize money.

St Helen’s RC Primary School, in Caerphilly, relaunched its Caffi Blasus last September – serving parents, grandparents and residents alike.

The Caerphilly Cheese Festival is coming to town later this summer, bringing food and craft stalls, entertainment, and more.

Houses were evacuated by police and roads closed after a large fire ripped through a garage in Rhymney on Monday evening.

The 2024/25 season brings huge changes to the Welsh club rugby pyramid, with the introduction of Super Rygbi Cymru – a new ten-team top tier.

Up to £200 is available to low-income families to help cover the costs of school uniforms, sports kits, stationery and more.