Estimates from the Office for National Statistics show that only 3% of the areas’ 181,000-strong population last year were born overseas, up 1% from a decade earlier.
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Charities voice concern over assessments for vulnerable people
Many people were deprived of their liberty unlawfully, although the figures show an improvement on the previous year.
Road closed after crash in Pontllanfraith
The crash happened near the Crown roundabout, which links the A4049 with the A472.
“The children of White Rose primary school did their community proud”
In her latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Merthyr and Rhymney AM Dawn Bowden discusses the Royal visit, schools and policing.
Gala concert at Vanguard Centre for Alzheimer’s charity
The concert, which has been organised by Only Men Aloud’s David Fortey, will be held to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society.
Weekend of live music, comedy and arts as Rudry Music Festival returns for a fourth year
The family-friendly event, which will be held in the grounds of Rudry Parish Hall, will feature a lineup of live music, comedy, arts and crafts and historical activities.
12-year-old girl sexually assaulted in Graig-y-Rhacca
The serious incident happened in a wooded area next to the skate park on Sunday, June 16.
Bargoed sixth former earns scholarship in the United States
Naomi Gauden, who is head girl at Heolddu Comprehensive School, will be enrolling at Trinity College in Connecticut on August 21.
Primary school wins double after ‘world cup’ triumph
Plas-y-Felin Primary School in Caerphilly has won the double after their success in the Sport Caerphilly Primary School World Cup.
Man to face rape trial after attack in Bargoed
Zafer Mustecepoglu is alleged to have attacked a woman in the early hours of Saturday, June 15.