Two councillors in Newport have called on the local authority to support the city’s professional sports teams.
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Residents ‘frightened’ of parking pressures unable to stop HMO conversion
Residents who are “frightened” to move their cars in case they lose a coveted parking space have failed to stop plans for a proposed HMO conversion in their street.
Club could have hours cut after neighbour complaints of ‘intrusion’ and noise
A club in Trethomas could have its hours cut following a series of complaints about noise, loitering, and alleged urination and drug use outside the premises.
Council’s events lineup for 2026 confirmed
Caerphilly County Borough Council has confirmed its events calendar for 2026, with the Caerphilly Cheese Festival and Bargoed Summer Music Festival among the events returning this year.
Cycling’s Tour de France coming to Caerphilly next year
The Tour de France will race through Caerphilly County Borough in 2027 after it was confirmed that Wales will host stage three of the world-famous cycling event.
Quarry extension approved after locals complain of ‘endless nightmare’
Quarrying operations at a Gelligaer farm can continue for an extended period despite locals’ complaints about the site’s “relentless” impact on their lives.
Caerphilly Ladies Choir to celebrate 60th anniversary
The choir was first set up in January 1966 and was known as the Margaret Roach Singers – named after the choir’s founder and first musical director.
Community singing sessions for people living with dementia and their carers
Singing sessions for people living with dementia are being held in Bedwas, bringing together care homes and the wider community.
Too young to vote, old enough for the dock: Calls to raise age of criminal responsibility grow
Plaid Cymru’s Adam Price called for the age of criminal responsibility in Wales to be raised from ten to 14.
Digital ID critic claims council debate may have influenced government climbdown
A councillor in Newport has suggested the city may have played a “small part” in persuading the UK Government to water down its plans for mandatory digital IDs.