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New takeaway to open on site of former barber shop

Wednesday, January 3, 2024Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Council planners have agreed to a change of use of the former Ashleys Barber Shop in Gelligaer.

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service Review: “Sexist” “misogynist” and “bullying” culture

Wednesday, January 3, 2024Wednesday, January 3, 2024

The review was led by Fenella Morris KC and surveyed more than 450 staff. Deficiencies in the service were found in several areas.

Rugby round-up: Ynysddu maintain promotion push while Oakdale stun Blackwood

Wednesday, January 3, 2024Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Caerphilly County Borough sides were in league action on December 30 as they brought the calendar year to a close.

Damaged Twisted Chimney is the most expensive public artwork built since 2008

Wednesday, January 3, 2024Wednesday, January 3, 2024

The Twisted Chimney is the most expensive of all 32 pieces of public art installed across Caerphilly County Borough since 2008. 

“Unplayable”: Fleur De Lys FC and RFC once again see their pitches vandalised

Wednesday, January 3, 2024Wednesday, January 3, 2024

For the second time this season, Fleur De Lys’ football and rugby teams have had their home pitches vandalised.

“Rugby was his life”: Cross Keys pay tribute to club manager Mark Prangell

Wednesday, January 3, 2024Thursday, January 4, 2024

“To say he leaves a massive hole in Cross Keys RFC is an understatement. He has been a great influence on so many players and coaches.”

Children’s residential home could open on activity centre site

Wednesday, January 3, 2024Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Ynys Hywel Countryside Centre, in Cwmfelinfach, could be partially converted into a residential home for under-16s.

Bowls club marks 80th anniversary year with successes on the green

Wednesday, January 3, 2024Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Caerphilly Town Bowls Club rounded off its 80-year anniversary celebrations by marking the successes of its members throughout 2023.

Pub applies to turn second floor into bed and breakfast

Tuesday, January 2, 2024Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Murray’s, on Upper High Street, has applied for planning permission to change the use of the second floor into a B&B with four bedrooms.

New plans for 59 homes on car park site in Blackwood

Tuesday, January 2, 2024Tuesday, January 2, 2024

A developer has proposed the transformation of part of a car park in Blackwood into affordable housing.

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