A petition signed by more than 400 Bedwas residents has been handed to the council, protesting against cost-cutting changes to school transport.
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Caerphilly people smugglers to remain under NCA restrictions after prison release
Dilshad Shamo, 43, of Castell Morgraig, Caerphilly, and Ali Khdir, 42, of Pontygwindy Road, are among 30 serious criminals added to the NCA’s latest list of offenders subject to ancillary orders.
First Minister questioned on school safeguarding, taxes, and overseas spending
Rhun ap Iorwerth faced questions on safeguarding in Welsh schools, taxation and overseas spending during today’s First Minister’s Questions.
Overnight closures due as road resurfacing work set to begin
Evening and night-time road closures will be in place between 7pm until 6.30am while the works are completed.
Surprise TV award for school cook who has served generations of pupils
A school cook who has dedicated 45 years of service to Blackwood Primary School has been recognised on national television.
Bowls club gets £350 boost to inspire next generation of players
Llanbradach Bowling Club has received funding to help attract more young people to take up bowls during its 125th anniversary year.
Brace’s Bakery saved after takeover deal struck
The factory, on Pen y Fan Industrial Estate near Oakdale, had been threatened with closure as part of a business “reset” announced in October 2025.
Plan for new cafe to replace former cake shop
A new cafe could open in Newport’s Church Road, at a premises recently occupied by a popular cake shop v.1
Welsh Government announces grassroots Pride fund open for applications
The Grassroots Pride Fund, delivered with support from Pride Cymru, aims to help organisers from across Wales with event costs.
Plans for town’s Next store move a step closer
Proposals for a new Next store in Caerphilly have moved a step closer, after council planners agreed the fashion retailer could adapt a town retail park unit v.1