Two teenagers have appeared in court in connection with break-ins at a charity base.
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Hefin David MS talks drone technology and welfare reforms
Caerphilly’s Labour MS Hefin David discusses drone technology and welfare reform plans in this blog for Caerphilly Observer.
Former power station site set to host major battery energy storage plant
A former coal-fired power station in Newport is expected to become one of the UK’s largest battery energy storage plants.
Union boss hoping for positive news amid potential college redundancies
Compulsory redundancies would be the “very last resort”, Coleg Gwent has said as it looks to address “significant financial challenges”.
Volunteers who feed around 130 wild ponies appeal for help
Volunteers from HungryHerds have been feeding wild and abandoned horses and ponies on Gelligaer Common since 2017.
Meals on wheels customers could face 64% fee hike after service saved from axe
Fees for Caerphilly Council’s “lifeline” meals on wheels service could go up by more than £2.50 a day for the majority of users.
Original Severn Bridge to close to heavy goods vehicles
Members of Monmouthshire County Council want to meet with the UK’s transport secretary following the shock announcement the original Severn Bridge is to be closed to heavy goods vehicles.
Women’s institute has bright future thanks to bold changes from new committee
One year on from their 80th anniversary celebrations, Machen Women’s Institute is doing better than ever having turned around a “dwindling” membership base.
Finalists revealed for 2025 Wales Business Awards
Six businesses from Caerphilly County Borough are among 50 from across Wales named as finalists at the 2025 Wales Business Awards.
Homes plan approved despite hundreds opposing loss of green space
Hundreds of objections and letters of opposition have failed to stop council planners approving new homes on land in Trethomas.