The new units are expected to be completed by autumn 2020 and are part of a wider plan for the regeneration of the Ty Du site.
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Converted Blackwood chapel thriving as community hub
Libanus Chapel, which was built in 1829 and is one of the oldest buildings in Blackwood, is now run by a group of volunteers and offers a variety of classes and events.
Council ‘missed opportunities’ to enforce planning rules
An investigation has found Caerphilly council ‘missed opportunities’ to enforce planning rules which allegedly left a resident’s home at risk of flooding.
Comedian Phil Doyle to perform at charity event at Caerphilly Conservative Club
An event to raise money for Prostate Cancer UK will be held at Caerphilly Conservative Club on Friday, March 15.
Council leader and chief executive heading to Cannes
Acting as representatives of the Cardiff Capital Region City Deal, they will be joined on the visit with colleagues from Monmouthshire, Cardiff, Rhondda Cynon Taf and Bridgend councils to showcase the £1.2 billion scheme.
Costa Coffee drive-thru plans approved
The coffee chain is to convert the former Pizza Hut restaurant on Gallagher Retail Park.
Caerphilly student wins prestigious award
A 20-year-old Caerphilly man has been named Optometry Student of the Year at a prestigious award ceremony in London.
Ystrad Mynach paper straw company wins start-up award
Founded in 2017, Ystrad Mynach-based Transcend Packaging Ltd specialises in manufacturing paper straws and has major contracts to supply McDonald’s and other firms.
Bargoed RFC appoint new head coach
Bargoed RFC have appointed Aled James as their new head coach until the end of the season as they aim to maintain their Principality Premiership status.
Cefn Fforest barbershop to feature in BBC Two documentary
Shirley Walker, who owns Shirley’s Barbershop, has been cutting hair for nearly 70 years.