The Gwent Poppy Appeal was officially launched today, with Blackwood and District Royal British Legion handed the honours of the opening ceremony.
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Blackwood Miners’ Institute will remain open until at least end of March
The council’s plans to mothball the venue hit a legal barrier last month, giving the ‘stute a stay of execution.
Council chiefs quizzed over leisure and library cuts
The Senedd culture committee took evidence from councils across Wales as part of an inquiry on the impact of cuts on the arts, culture and sport.
Hefin David MS: ‘Support our NHS’ by taking up flu jab offer
In this blog for Caerphilly Observer, Caerphilly MS Hefin David encourages everyone eligible for a flu vaccination to take up the offer.
Discrimination concerns over move to cashless society
Senedd members criticised a “half-hearted, illogical and disappointing” response to calls to ensure vulnerable adults without bank cards can continue to pay in cash.
Senedd votes against assisted dying
Senedd members voted against a non-binding motion calling on the Welsh Government to back the principle of assisted dying.
Annual poppy appeal launch honour handed to Blackwood
Blackwood and District Royal British Legion is preparing to launch this year’s poppy appeal, which is usually held in Newport.
Council leader refers himself to watchdog in ‘interests of transparency’
The leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council has referred himself to Wales’ public services ombudsman.
War memorial given makeover ahead of Remembrance Sunday
Risca’s war memorial has been given a makeover ahead of Remembrance Sunday, after volunteers cleared weeds and overgrowth, planted shrubs, and repainted benches.
Letting agency opens new shop alongside veterans group
Caerphilly Lettings have opened their new premises in Caerphilly town centre with the help of a local veterans group.