Caerphilly councillors have rejected plans for an opencast mine in the Rhymney Valley, despite the threat of legal action by the developer.
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Mining developer threatens to sue Caerphilly Council should they vote down Nant Llesg opencast plan
A mining developer has threatened to sue Caerphilly Council should councillors refuse to grant permission for an opencast coal mine between Rhymney and Fochriw today.
Man remanded in custody charged with attempted murder after Bargoed stabbing
A man has appeared in court charged with attempted murder after a man was stabbed in Bargoed on Sunday evening.
South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s blog: August 4, 2015
In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.
Appeal after theft from Halfords, Caerphilly
Police want to speak to this man and woman in connection with a theft from Halfords in Caerphilly.
Fleur de Lys music firm raises £1,260 for parkinson’s charity
A music tuition firm based in Fleur de Lys has raised £1,260 for charity.
Caerphilly puzzles cryptic lovers as it makes top ten place names used in crosswords
Caerphilly has been named in a list of the top ten places most likely to feature as crossword answers.
Markham shop workers skydive to raise cash for homeless people
Employees from a Markham convenience store have helped raise around £1,500 to help homeless people.
Canmol marketing awards open for entries
The Chartered Institute of Marketing is seeking entries for its national Canmol Awards. Prizes are on offer for companies and public sector participants who have achieved outstanding business results over the year through innovative marketing campaigns.
Blackwood dog grooming school welcomes international student
An award-winning dog grooming business welcomed a student from Bermuda onto its six week residential grooming course.