The lack of a deep end in the pool of Caerphilly’s planned new leisure centre has been defended by the leader of the council, following criticism from the county’s competitive swimming team.
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Cricket catch-up: Weather disrupts play as borough sides struggle
It was tough going for Caerphilly-based clubs this weekend as rain halted play and conditions were difficult.
Caerphilly bustling with visitors and bursting with Pride
The rain held off long enough to not stop the party at Caerphilly’s second Pride event, held on Saturday June 15.
Ex-MP, councillor, and mountain rescuer recognised in King’s Birthday Honours
Former Caerphilly MP Wayne David, Blackwood councillor Kevin Etheridge, and mountain rescuer Penelope Brockman have all been recognised.
General election husting events announced
General election husting events for the Caerphilly, and Newport West and Islwyn constituencies have been announced.
Thousands enjoy town’s annual beach party
More than 6,000 people descended on Risca town centre over the weekend to visit its third annual beach party.
Hundreds of illegal vapes seized from rapidly-growing ‘black market’
A “black market” for illegal vapes is growing “rapidly” and products are being “targeted at children”, Caerphilly County Borough Council has warned.
More than £3,200 raised in touch rugby charity fun day
More than £3,200 and counting has been raised through a touch rugby tournament held in memory of two young rugby players.
Bank starts pop-up services as old branch set to become piri piri restaurant
HSBC will reportedly start a pop-up banking service in Blackwood, as its old branch is set to be converted into a piri piri chicken restaurant.
Rhymney man recalled to prison after licence breach
Ashley William Slade, 33, from the Rhymney area, has been recalled to prison after breaching his licence conditions.