A derelict hotel in Oakdale is set to become a flat complex after Caerphilly County Borough Council approved plans.The planning committee passed the application of Mr S Poynter, of Hamilton Street, Cardiff…
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South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s blog: February 18, 2016
In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.
Police warning after break-ins in Blackwood area
Police have warned residents in the Blackwood area to be on their guard after a recent spate of break-ins.Since the beginning of the year, eight burglaries and an attempted burglary have been…
Council tax rise of 1% for Caerphilly County Borough set to be approved by councillors
Labour’s Council Leader Keith Reynolds has pledged that Caerphilly County Borough Council will work hard to protect services, protect staff, and protect the vulnerable in the community, after his Cabinet approved budget…
Newbridge teacher jailed over indecent images of children
A school teacher has been jailed for making indecent images of children.Tyrone Mark, 40, of Linden Court, Newbridge, was caught with 185 videos and images on his phone and laptop. Ten of…
Another round! – “Sandwich tax” row continues
A row sparked by council budget proposals to charge primary schools to cover the cost of children bringing in sandwiches continues to roll on.It began when Plaid Cymru councillor, and South Wales…
Appeal by Cefn Fforest off-licence to overturn alcohol sales ban fails
An appeal by a Cefn Fforest off-licence which was banned from selling alcohol has been dismissed by magistrates.Cefn Fforest Stores, on Bedwellty Road, had its license to sell alcohol taken away in…
Guinea pigs abandoned in a box at a Caerphilly park
RSPCA Cymru is appealing for information after two guinea pigs were found abandoned in a box at a Caerphilly park.
Rhymney man seriously injured as car rolls into him during de-icing
A Rhymney man has been taken to hospital with what have been described as “serious injuries” after his car rolled into him as he de-iced it this morning.
Car overturns on Caerphilly Mountain Road near Castle View
Emergency services were called this morning, February 15, after a car overturned on Caerphilly mountain road near the Castle View estate.Police were called at 8.45am to a report of a single vehicle…