A unique collection of Tommy Cooper memorabilia, including the Caerphilly comedian’s last fez, is set to go to auction ahead of his birthday.
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Decision day looms for controversial school closure plan
Caerphilly County Borough Council has proposed shutting Rhydri Primary School, where it claims falling pupil numbers has led to an unsustainable financial situation.
No further intervention measures imposed on Gwent’s health board
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board will not face any further intervention measures, Wales’ health secretary has confirmed.
Welsh Government set to change key ambulance target
Wales’ health secretary said the ambulance service will trial changes over the next year which will focus on outcomes rather than response times.
Short film highlighting struggles of young people in care to premiere
A Caerphilly-based film company has teamed-up with the National Youth Advocacy Service to produce a film highlighting the experience of children in care who are forced to move on short notice.
Plans submitted for ‘state-of-the-art’ college transformation
The college hopes the phased project, if approved, will include the construction of more “modern” teaching facilities, and will help it meet its climate ambitions.
Auditor general criticises ‘irregular’ Industry Wales accounts
The auditor general sounded the alarm about the “irregular” accounts of a wholly Welsh Government-owned company, warning of a lack of evidence to support financial claims.
Two arrested after 40 police officers carry out drug raids across borough
Two men have been arrested after a series of early morning drug raids across Caerphilly County Borough on Tuesday morning.
Health board u-turns on location for new medical centre in Abertridwr
Health bosses have gone back to the drawing board on plans for a new medical centre in Abertridwr after residents objected to the potential loss of their village green.
New council homes suggested as possible solution to city’s housing pressures
A return to council housing could be considered in Newport, where “everything is on the table” in attempts to tackle a shortage of homes.