There will be major road closures across Caerphilly County Borough on Sunday June 14 as part of the Velothon Wales Cycle Race.
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Tonne of fly-tipped waste removed from Abertridwr
Almost a tonne of rubbish and waste was removed from a lane in Abertridwr by council workers recently.Despite the efforts of Caerphilly County Borough Council’s cleansing team, yet more fly-tipped waste is…
Bargoed primary praised by Estyn inspectors
St Gwladys Primary School in Bargoed has been praised by education watchdog Estyn.
Caerphilly Challenge Series a huge success
The walking event, organised by Caerphilly County Borough Council, attracted around 550 people, with entrants coming from as far afield as Ireland to take on the mammoth ‘Twmbarlwm Trek’.
Feztival atmosphere as Tommy Cooper returns to Caerphilly for defibrillator announcement
Tommy Cooper returned to Caerphilly today, June 11, as plans were announced to install defibrillators at Caerphilly Workmen’s Hall and Blackwood Miners’ Institute
Welsh Government launch community consultation
People across Wales are encouraged to have their say on new plans to give communities more power over how local buildings and facilities are run.
British Gas donate bikes to young carers in Caerphilly
Staff from British Gas have donated new bikes to a leading charity in Caerphilly which supports young carers.
Manics’ frontman James Dean Bradfield praises Newbridge Memo restoration
Speaking exclusively to Caerphilly Observer ahead of the band’s homecoming show, Bradfield reflected on the importance of miners’ institutes and the legacy of The Holy Bible.
Suspended Caerphilly Council bosses could get £1million pay as they await court trial
Three chief council officers could receive almost £1milllion in pay while they are suspended facing charges of misconduct in a public office.
530% rise in vulnerable tenants in Caerphilly County Borough needing extra housing support since ‘Bedroom Tax’ introduced
The number of people needing extra cash to help pay their rent has risen by 530% over the last three years, but the amount of money available is now being cut.