A life-prolonging cancer treatment that was denied to an RAF veteran has now been made available on the NHS – ten months after his death.In October last year, Caerphilly Observer reported how…
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Jake Sweeney killer, Jason Grovell, will not have his ‘lenient’ sentence increased
The killer of Jake Sweeney, who died after being punched from behind while breaking up a fight, will not serve more than four years in prison, the Attorney General’s Office has confirmed.
Police appeal after attempted robbery in Bargoed
Police are appealing for information following an attempted robbery in the Bargoed area.A 34-year-old man was walking along Bristol Terrace when he was approached from behind by approximately three boys. They attempted…
Argoed cannibal killer’s mother says son should have been ‘sectioned’
A review will take place into how a man suffering from paranoid schizophrenia, released from prison less than two weeks ago, was allowed to kill a woman in an act of cannibalism in Argoed.
Diabetes help on offer for parents and schools
Diabetes UK has launched a new helpline, available to families in Caerphilly, to make sure that children with Type 1 diabetes get the support they need to make the most of their…
A468 Caerphilly bypass reopens after roadworks
Major roadworks on the A468 Caerphilly northern bypass between Trecenydd and Pwll-y-Pant roundabouts have finished ahead of schedule.The surfacing works meant the road was closed in both directions, which had caused major…
Fallen soldiers remembered at Tir-y-Berth memorial
The names of ten fallen soldiers from the Tir-y-Berth area who lost their lives during the First and Second World Wars are now proudly displayed on a plaque at the village’s war…
Community grants on offer from Peter’s Pies
Bedwas-based Peter’s Pies is offering community groups the chance to apply for funding.The firm has pledged to make donations up to the value of £1,000 to groups, sports teams and schools across…
Argoed cannibal murder victim named as Cerys Marie Yemm
The 22-year-old victim of an alleged cannibal murder has been named by police as Cerys Marie Yemm from Blackwood.Gwent Police were called to an incident at the Sirhowy Arms Hotel in High…
Bargoed pet shop closes its doors for the last time after 60 years
A Bargoed pet shop that has been part of the community for more than 60 years has closed its doors for the final time.B Thomas Pet and Garden Supplies was established in…