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Health board’s pest control contract four times more expensive than previous agreement

Tuesday, January 16, 2024Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board’s new contract for “preventative and reactive pest control services” will cost an estimated £320,000. 

Hedd Wyn: How the life of one of Wales’ most promising poets was cut short by war

Tuesday, January 16, 2024Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Almost 500,000 men were killed in three months at Passchendaele, the third battle of Ypres. On the first day of that battle, Wales lost one of its most talented poets.

Winding House Museum faces closure due to council cuts

Tuesday, January 16, 2024Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Under new budget-saving plans, Caerphilly County Borough Council is proposing to “mothball” New Tredegar’s Winding House.

Plan for booking system at council’s tips comes under fire

Tuesday, January 16, 2024Tuesday, January 16, 2024

The measure is part of the council’s new draft waste strategy, aimed at improving recycling rates and avoiding £2 million in fines.

“Disgusted”: Last remaining Barclays Bank in Caerphilly County Borough to close its doors

Monday, January 15, 2024Monday, January 15, 2024

Barclays Bank’s decision to close what will be its last remaining branch in Caerphilly County Borough has been branded ‘disgusting’ by an Ystrad Mynach councillor.

Welsh Government backing a “vital first step in securing Ruperra Castle’s future”

Monday, January 15, 2024Monday, January 15, 2024

The Welsh Government has pledged money towards a structural survey for Ruperra Castle, which has been deemed at risk of collapse.

One point the difference as Bedwas win at Penallta

Monday, January 15, 2024Monday, January 15, 2024

Bedwas overcame Caerphilly County Borough rivals Penallta by a solitary point when the sides met in Ystrad Mynach on Saturday January 13.

The speed camera that’s ‘on’, but won’t fine you

Monday, January 15, 2024Monday, January 15, 2024

The fixed speed camera on Newport Road, Trethomas, has been flashing speeding motorists, but is currently “not processing offences”.

Cascade Ladies settle for point against Swansea University Women

Monday, January 15, 2024Monday, January 15, 2024

Cascade Ladies conceded a late equaliser to draw 2-2 against Swansea University Women in an Adran South matchup.

Rugby round-up: Promotion boosts for Bargoed, Ynysddu, Abercarn, and more

Monday, January 15, 2024Monday, January 15, 2024

Bargoed’s WRU National Championship East title hopes were handed a boost after a 31-24 victory at home to Glamorgan Wanderers.

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