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Council accused of ‘pleading poverty’ while investing £21m in bonds

Tuesday, January 30, 2024Wednesday, January 31, 2024

The local authority has defended the investments, arguing they are “fully compliant” with regulations.

Residents next to controversial housing development endure further flooding

Tuesday, January 30, 2024Tuesday, January 30, 2024

As Blackwood residents endure yet more sleepless nights protecting their homes from flooding, questions have been raised as to why a Taylor Wimpey site was approved in the first place.

New battery storage plant will be funded by Gwent pension scheme

Tuesday, January 30, 2024Tuesday, January 30, 2024

A new battery energy storage plant at the site of a decommissioned power station will be funded by Gwent pensioners. 

Caerphilly 10k and 2k races to return in May

Monday, January 29, 2024Monday, January 29, 2024

The Caerphilly 10k and 2k races are returning to the town in May, with entries now open.

Rugby round-up: Big wins for Penallta and Cross Keys as Bargoed reach cup semi-finals

Monday, January 29, 2024Monday, January 29, 2024

Penallta scored 73 points as they secured a crucial win over relegation rivals Treorchy, while Bargoed have joined Bedwas in the Challenge Cup semi-finals.

Price beaten by Luke Littler in Dutch Darts Masters semi-finals

Monday, January 29, 2024Monday, January 29, 2024

Price now turns his focus towards his Premier League Darts campaign, which gets underway at Cardiff’s Utilita Arena on Thursday February 1.

“Shameful”: Artist criticises council’s plans to mothball Winding House

Monday, January 29, 2024Monday, January 29, 2024

An artist who previously exhibited at Winding House has called the council’s plan to mothball the venue “shameful”.

“Big impact”: Town mayor fears events will be in jeopardy if council cuts are approved

Monday, January 29, 2024Monday, February 5, 2024

Bargoed Town Council has relied on the borough council to help financially support some of its annual events – and Caerphilly Council’s deputy leader has said this will continue to be the case this year.

Gerwyn Price to face Dimitri Van den Bergh in Dutch Darts Masters opener

Friday, January 26, 2024Friday, January 26, 2024

The competition gets underway on Friday January 26 in Den Bosch and follows on from last weekend’s Bahrain Darts Masters.

Football club fearful over rising fees, but have hopefully found a way to cut costs

Friday, January 26, 2024Friday, January 26, 2024

As the council proposes a 20% hike in pitch fees, many clubs are concerned over what that could mean for their future. Llanbradach are no different.

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