Blackwood-based photographer Roger Donovan has very kindly provided us all of the key images from the protest to save the ‘Stute.
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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.
Former First Minister Vaughan Gething will not seek re-election in 2026
Former First Minister Vaughan Gething has confirmed he will not stand at the 2026 Senedd election.
TfW passengers face £20 penalty fare if they board train without a valid ticket
Passengers travelling on Transport for Wales services without a valid ticket on the Rhymey and Ebbw Valley lines now face a penalty of up to £20.
Trethomas Bluebirds suffer first league defeat of season to Llanelli Town
League leaders Trethomas Bluebirds fell to a 4-1 loss at home to title favourites Llanelli Town over the weekend.