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Artist’s historical calendar helps preserve town’s legacy while raising money for charity

Sunday, November 26, 2023Thursday, November 23, 2023

Sian Harding, 54, has painted both past and present images of the town for the calendar called ‘A History of Rhymney’.

“A lifeline”: The value of leisure services for disabled children amid ongoing funding struggle

Saturday, November 25, 2023Wednesday, November 29, 2023

For children across Caerphilly with disabilities, it can be difficult to find a club that caters to their needs.

Residents fear “green space” will be a “haven” for anti-social behaviour

Friday, November 24, 2023Friday, November 24, 2023

The council is going ahead with plans for a “green space” in Bargoed – but residents are concerned it will increase antisocial behaviour.

More than 5,000 visitors in Ystrad Mynach for winter food and craft fair

Friday, November 24, 2023Friday, November 24, 2023

The event saw a variety of activities and entertainment come to the town, such as live music, funfair rides, food stalls, and even Santa’s Grotto.

April trial for man charged with attempted murder after tree crash

Friday, November 24, 2023Friday, November 24, 2023

Liam Skym, 27, who was charged with attempted murder following a car crash in Caerphilly last month, is set to face trial next April. 

Bowls club unveils commemorative benches in honour of two “wonderful people”

Friday, November 24, 2023Friday, November 24, 2023

Caerphilly Bowls Club has unveiled two commemorative benches in honour of Caerphilly Bird Rescue’s Ray Gravenor, and Cwrt Rawlin footballer Ethan Hamer.

Plans for new cafe and takeaway approved

Friday, November 24, 2023Friday, November 24, 2023

Plans to turn a former post office in Elliot’s Town into a cafe and takeaway have been approved by the council.

Criminal, 50, recalled to prison by police

Friday, November 24, 2023Friday, November 24, 2023

Allen Bowden, 50, from Blackwood, was released from prison on licence on November 7 – but Gwent Police want him back behind bars.

Council leader says keeping leisure centre open would be “absolute insanity”

Friday, November 24, 2023Friday, November 24, 2023

The leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council, Sean Morgan, has said keeping Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre open would be “absolute insanity”.

Calls for RSPCA Cymru to be given more powers over animal welfare

Friday, November 24, 2023Thursday, November 23, 2023

A Conservative MS led a debate calling for more powers for the RSPCA with the aim of better protecting animal welfare in Wales. 

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