A youth project aimed at reducing the number of deliberate grass fires has been launched.
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Caerphilly’s youth jobless rate almost double UK average
The number of jobless youngsters in Caerphilly County Borough is almost double the national average, latest government figures have revealed.
Caerphilly councillor calls for development of Beulah Chapel site to be sped up
A local councillor has called for the development of a former chapel to be sped up.
Improvement in education across Caerphilly County Borough
Caerphilly County Borough Council’s education service is improving, according to school inspectors Estyn.
Gwent Police criticised over handling of domestic abuse
Gwent Police is cutting its Domestic Abuse Investigation Unit after facing criticism for its handling of domestic violence.
The force said frontline officers will receive frequent training on how to deal with domestic abuse cases, instead of having a dedicated unit.
Elderly Caerphilly man conned out of £5,000 by rogue trader
An elderly man was conned out of £5,000 by a rogue trader.The bogus caller visited the elderly gentleman’s home in Caer Fferm, Glenfields, Caerphilly, on March 14 and claimed the roof needed…
Caerphilly technology companies honoured at ESTnet awards
Three Caerphilly Borough-based companies have been honoured at a top awards ceremony to celebrate excellence in the electronics and software technologies industry in Wales.
Police stations reopen across Caerphilly County Borough
Three police stations in Caerphilly County Borough have been reopened to the public.
South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s blog: April 3
In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.
Gwent Police release e-fit of man after indecent exposure in Oakdale
Gwent Police released an e-fit of a man they want to speak to after a man exposed himself to a 15-year-old girl in Oakdale.