Two people smugglers trafficked hundreds of illegal migrants across Europe by hiding them in boats, lorries and cars in an operation ran from a Caerphilly car wash, a court has heard.
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Disabled women face ‘discrimination double whammy’ at work
Rhianydd Williams, of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) Cymru, gave evidence to the Senedd’s equality committee as part of an inquiry on disability and employment.
Caerphilly comes together for Remembrance Sunday
Crowds of people attended Remembrance Day services across Caerphilly County Borough over the weekend.
Backing for family’s dog walking business plan on farm
Caerphilly County Borough Council has granted planning permission for the Watts family’s “diversification” proposal for Pen y Waun Farm.
Football round-up: Risca Town into top spot and three sides progress in cup
Cup action for some meant a welcome break from league action, as we near the halfway stage of the season.
Council gives thumbs up to Caerphilly On Ice events for next decade
The organisers of Caerphilly On Ice have secured planning permission to host the Christmas event at the Owain Glyndwr Playing Field for the next ten years.
Trethomas Bluebirds move clear at the top with victory over Cambrian United
Trethomas Bluebirds passed another difficult test over the weekend, where they claimed a hard-fought 1-0 victory on the road to Cambrian United.
Rugby round-up: Blackwood, Caerphilly, and Rhymney top after wins
Blackwood, Caerphilly, and Rhymney all sit top of their respective leagues after claiming wins this weekend.
Hefin David MS welcomes ‘very important’ coal tip safety funding
Caerphilly’s Labour MS Hefin David writes about the UK Government’s autumn budget in this blog for Caerphilly Observer.
David Bowie tribute and more fireworks. What’s on this weekend and beyond
Find out what’s happening this weekend and beyond with our events round-up.