The leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council has hit back at accusations that senior councillors will be going “part-time” once the number of their meetings are halved.Starting this month, cabinet meetings at…
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Pledge to build 1,000 new council homes welcomed
A pledge to build 1,000 new affordable homes by Caerphilly County Borough Council has been welcomed in principle by opposition leaders.
Plaid Cymru group accuses council cabinet of going “part-time”
The changes to the number of council cabinet meetings has been criticised by the leader of the Plaid Cymru group.
Get help with Citizens Advice buying a second-hand car – know your rights
In its latest column for Caerphilly Observer, charity Citizens Advice Caerphilly Blaenau Gwent explains some of the steps you can take to protect yourself when buying a second-hand car.
‘Oh Rev, when’s the drama group on?’ New theatre opportunities for children and adults
The group is based at St Tyfaelog Church Hall and Fr Darren Lynch, curate of St Tyfaelog church, said that it was a welcome addition.
Council uses emergency powers to demolish former social club
The former Aneurin Labour Club in Penyrheol has suffered a fire in one of its ancillary buildings – causing a nearby primary school to close for the day.
Seized dog suspected of being banned breed returned to owner
A search warrant was carried out by police at the property, on Pontygwindy Road, under the Dangerous Dogs Act.
Council sets out plan to build 1,000 new affordable homes over next ten years
Cabinet members in Caerphilly have backed a major house-building project that will bring 1,000 new, affordable homes over the next ten years.
Royal British Legion branch looking for new members following its 100th anniversary
Blackwood’s Royal British Legion (RBL) is calling for new members after the branch recently celebrated its centenary.
Flat demolished after fire at former social club
The former Aneurin Labour Club in Penyrheol has suffered a fire in one of its ancillary buildings – causing a nearby primary school to close for the day.