Plans to potentially build up to 300 homes on green field land in Bedwas have been derailed by councillors.
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Fatal car crash on Bedwas Bridge, near Caerphilly
One person has been killed and another seriously injured in a collision on Bedwas Road, near Caerphilly.The crash, involving a blue Seat Ibiza, happened at around 3.30am on Sunday September 13 on…
Crumlin cider company wins Farm Produce Award
A cider made by a Crumlin-based brewer has won an award. Hallets Real Cider is traditional Welsh cider crafted at Blaengawney Farm.
Caerphilly Council install LED street lights in bid to save cash
Caerphilly County Borough Council have begun installing LED lighting in street lamps.
UK ministers visit General Dynamics in Oakdale
Defence firm General Dynamics UK has welcomed Stephen Crabb MP, Secretary of State for Wales, and Anna Soubry MP, Minister for Small Business, Industry and Enterprise, to its Oakdale facilities on Wednesday September 2.
South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s blog: September 9, 2015
In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.
Blackwood Alzheimer’s patient’s family raise cash for charity that helped him
The family and friends of a former detective superintendent from Blackwood have raised £1,400 for the charity that helped him deal with Alzheimer’s disease.
Hengoed sex attacker jailed for attempted rape after 18-year-old victim recorded assault on her phone
A “warped” sex attacker from Hengoed has been jailed after his brave victim trapped him by recording an assault on her mobile phone.
Caerphilly AM Jeff Cuthbert opens donation point for refugees at Bargoed YMCA
Caerphilly AM Jeff Cuthbert has teamed up with Bargoed YMCA to help refugees fleeing persecution and war.
Caerphilly hairdresser honoured at Brazil WorldSkills final
A hairdresser from Caerphilly has been honoured at the WorldSkills competition final in Brazil.