Measures to tackle long-term empty homes in Caerphilly County Borough could have been more effective if the council had “grasped the nettle earlier”, the opposition leader has claimed.
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“Very difficult”: Jewellers to close store after 120 years
Gus Jones Jewellers, which has been running in Bargoed for more than 120 years, is set to close its store due to “rising costs” and “falling footfall”.
Investigation into Kyle Vaughan disappearance “remains very much active”
An appeal for information on the disappearance of missing Newbridge man Kyle Vaughan is still underway, 11 years after he was last seen.
Surgery will be run by company based in Leicestershire
eHarleyStreet, Primary Care Solutions, is set to take over the management of Brytntirion Surgery on April 1 2024.
Rhymney Library finally reopens after year-long refurbishment
Rhymney residents have had to wait a whole year for their library to reopen, after countless setbacks, mainly due to vandalism.
Two men arrested after armed police called to street in Bargoed
Two men were arrested after armed police were called to a street in Bargoed on Saturday, January 6.Gwent Police said it received a report of a disturbance in Upper Wood Street at…
Taking a moment and inspiration with community company Create Caerphilly
Taking a moment, reflecting, and being creative were the key aims of a recent morning workshop run by Create Caerphilly.
Rugby round-up: Derby delight for Bargoed as Bedwas win nailbiter
Big wins in the WRU National Championship for Bargoed, Bedwas, and Newbridge, puts pressure on league leaders Ystrad Rhondda at the halfway point of the season.
“Absolutely magnificent”: Trethomas Bluebirds thrash Brecon Corries in first match of 2024
Trethomas Bluebirds dismantled Brecon Corries 7-2 in a first-half performance described as “absolutely magnificent” by manager Mark Dunford.
“Increasing social inclusion”: Winter warm space with free craft activities to open
The sessions will run from January 11 until February 15 at Gilfach Bargoed Community Centre with art and craft supplies provided for free.