Rhys Norman and The Art of Sparks have been left feeling dejected after the council opted to go elsewhere for a firework display they read wasn’t happening.
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Caerphilly On Ice planned to return this year
The organisers of a Christmas event in Caerphilly town centre have applied for planning permission to allow the festivities to continue for another ten years.
Sandwich shop set to replace village takeaway
Council officers have backed plans for a new sandwich shop in Cwmcarn.
Picture special: Blackwood Miners’ Institute protest
Blackwood-based photographer Roger Donovan has very kindly provided us all of the key images from the protest to save the ‘Stute.
Caerphilly Observer nominated in Wales Media Awards 2024
Caerphilly Observer has been nominated for a ninth year in a row in the Community Journalism of the Year category at this year’s Wales Media Awards.
Time is almost up to have your say on the future of Blackwood Miners’ Institute, Llancaiach Fawr, and Meals on Wheel
The public consultation on the planned closures of Blackwood Miners’ Institute, Llancaiach Fawr, and ‘Meals on Wheels’ is closing at 5pm today – September 10.
Woman poised to celebrate birthday high in the sky with a charity wingwalk
Later today, 82-year-old Marina Davies will take to the skies in a charity wingwalk.
Blackwood residents take to the streets in rally to save miners institute
With Blackwood Miners’ Institute under threat, close to 1,000 residents took to the high street over the weekend to voice their concerns over a potential “mothballing”.
Cascade Ladies secure late winner against Llanelli Ladies in Adran Trophy
Cascade Ladies grabbed a last minute winner against Llanelli Town Ladies in their first home match of the season.
Plans move forward for town’s new banking hub
A new “banking hub” for Risca has moved a step closer, after plans for the facility were submitted to Caerphilly County Borough Council.