Planning officers have approved the ongoing refurbishment of the former Irish Club in Newport’s Commercial Road.
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Caerphilly Workmen’s Hall celebrates 100 years of history
There was a clear sense of history at Caerphilly Workmen’s Hall as it celebrated its centenary with a special gala concert.
Citizens Advice: Steps to ensure your summer getaway runs smoothly
In its latest column for Caerphilly Observer, charity Citizens Advice Caerphilly Blaenau Gwent explains some of the steps you can take to make sure your overseas trips runs smoothly.
Hendre Junior School’s efforts to promote Welsh language recognised with ‘gold’ award
It is a double celebration for the school, which was given an excellent report by Estyn school inspectors last year.
Councillors question why 346 council homes are empty with 6,420 people on the waiting list
Caerphilly County Borough Council terms these properties as ‘voids’ and as of December 2024, a ‘void’ property was empty on average for 218 days.
Universities facing massive challenges, says funding chief
The outgoing head of a new public body set up to oversee post-16 education warned of “massive challenges”, with cuts proposed at universities across the country.
Treowen Stars shine in dominant win over Caldicot Town
Treowen Stars extended their lead at the top of the Ardal South East to six points after a dominating 4-0 victory over Caldicot Town.
‘Closing a library is much meaner an act than merely closing the doors to a building’
South Wales East MS discusses Llancaiach Fawr and library closures in her latest blog for Caerphilly Observer.
Wales U20s beat Italy thanks to winning kick from Senghenydd star
Former Senghenydd RFC youth team player Harri Ford has helped Wales U20s to their first Six Nations away win since 2020.
GP surgery among four handed back to NHS
Bargoed’s Bryntirion Surgery will be back under NHS management from April, after the partnership running it handed back the contract.