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More than 300,000 trees planted as part of Welsh Government giveaway scheme

Thursday, May 18, 2023Wednesday, October 18, 2023

The giveaway is part of a Welsh Government initiative to tackle the climate emergency and create a ‘National Forest for Wales’.

Calls for council to make it easier for staff to balance work and foster care

Thursday, May 18, 2023Thursday, May 18, 2023

A notice of motion, which calls on the council to become a foster family friendly employer, is to be presented to full council next week.

Twenty-three new homes on site of former Aldi store approved

Thursday, May 18, 2023Thursday, May 18, 2023

Outline planning permission for 23 homes was granted at Caerphilly County Borough Council’s planning committee meeting on May 17.

Drought group has started meeting ahead of summer

Thursday, May 18, 2023Wednesday, October 18, 2023

A ‘drought liaison group’ has started meeting to plan ahead for the summer, Wales’ climate change minister has confirmed.

Climbing stones coming to Parc Penallta after visitor centre plans scrapped

Wednesday, May 17, 2023Wednesday, May 17, 2023

The stones can be used by climbers of different abilities, ranging from beginners to more advanced climbers and will be free to use.

Bowls open day: try the sport or come and enjoy the ‘carnival atmosphere’

Wednesday, May 17, 2023Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Rhymney Gwent Bowls Club is holding an open day on May 21 at War Memorial Park to attract new members to the team.

Primary school one of five recognised in Wales for dedication to active travel

Wednesday, May 17, 2023Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Fochriw Primary is one of just five schools in Wales to have been given special recognition by Sustrans Cymru for its approach active travel.

High street shoe shop could be replaced by bar

Wednesday, May 17, 2023Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Rhymney Brewery has submitted a planning application to Caerphilly County Borough Council to change the former Shoezone into a bar and shop.

Learning life skills a priority for young people

Wednesday, May 17, 2023Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Children and young people have identified learning life skills as their highest priority at the annual Youth Forum Conference.

Price aiming for top spot as Premier League Darts league phase draws to a close

Wednesday, May 17, 2023Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Gerwyn Price will be guaranteed top spot in the Premier League Darts table if he reaches the Night 16 final in Aberdeen on Thursday night.

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