The operation has been running since April as part of a Home Office scheme, with Gwent Police targeting 18 ‘hotspot’ areas across Gwent – including two in Caerphilly County Borough.
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Charity gets £700k funding to support people facing fuel poverty
A charity helping people in fuel poverty will benefit from £700,000 of Welsh Government funding this winter.
New trains launched in south Wales – but won’t be on Rhymney line until late 2025
The new trains will be phased in across the core valley lines, replacing Transport for Wales’ (TfW) older trains.
Rugby round-up: Newbridge, Ynysddu, Abercarn among table climbers, Risca end losing run
A number of teams have climbed up their respective tables following wins over the weekend, while Risca ended a run of seven consecutive defeats.
‘Dysfunctional’ community councils ‘signing blank cheques’
The Senedd’s local government committee launched an inquiry on the governance and accountability of town and community councils in Wales.
Creative course looking to ‘sew-up’ gaps in the industry
Six people looking to enter the creative sector have taken part in Caerphilly Council’s ‘All Sewn Up’ scheme, designed to teach how to master sewing techniques.
‘The system is failing to understand and support children’s unique needs’
South Wales East MS Laura Anne Jones talks about the “real struggles” facing children with ALN and their families in this blog for Caerphilly Observer.
Council’s festive food bank appeal returns for 2024
Last year, the appeal raised more than £13,000, which was given to food banks across Caerphilly County Borough.
Wales Air Ambulance launches Christmas appeal with help of Caerphilly boy
Ioan Watts, who was in a coma for three weeks after suffering a head injury two years ago, is hoping to raise more money this Christmas for Wales Air Ambulance.
Christmas celebrations begin and Cheesy Bingo. What’s on this weekend and beyond
Find out what’s happening this weekend and beyond with our events round-up.