Colin Dennis, chair of the trust’s board, said ambulance crews report they would regularly see five to eight patients in a shift five years ago but today it is one or, occasionally, two.
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Trethomas Bluebirds celebrate title win despite final day loss to Newport City
Despite suffering a 4-2 defeat on the final day of the season, Trethomas Bluebirds were all smiles having already secured the Ardal South East league title.
Caerphilly man jailed for at least 30 months freed from prison after 16 years
A man jailed for at least two-and-a-half years, but who has spent 16 years in prison, is to be released after a Court of Appeal decision.
Dedicated crime reporting website set up for teenagers
A dedicated website has been set up for teenagers to report crimes as they “don’t use Facebook” or make phone calls like older generations.
YYFM: Hospital radio station sounding out more listeners after donation
YYFM was created by Steven Davies in 2021 as a free and accessible hospital radio station for patients in Ystrad Mynach.
South Wales Jets looking to defend league title after Penallta RFC move
The 21st season of the WRL South Wales Men’s League will kick-off on June 1, with South Wales Jets defending their title.
Free poetry booklet celebrating the Aber Valley to launch this weekend
This weekend, Aber Valley residents will release the second volume of poetry made for and by the local community.
In pictures: Sun shines on Caerphilly for 10k and 2k races
A huge thank you to our readers who sent in their photos from this weekend. Can you see yourself in these pictures from the event?
Number of hate crimes fell in 2023 – Gwent Police
The total number of hate crimes across Gwent fell in 2023, apart from those related to race, Gwent Police has said.
‘Queen of Wales’ – How the boxing world reacted to Lauren Price’s world championship victory
Enzo Maccarinelli, the former cruiserweight world champion, said Lauren is now the queen of Wales – and she is only going to get better.