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How teachers turned around the fortunes of Ysgol Bro Sannan after a damning Estyn report

Tuesday, June 7, 2022Tuesday, June 7, 2022

The Welsh-medium primary school, which has around 160 pupils aged between three and 11, was placed in Estyn’s second worst category – one above being put in special measures.

Smart Money Cymru credit union reports “outstanding” 12 months of growth

Tuesday, June 7, 2022Tuesday, June 7, 2022

Caerphilly-based credit union Smart Money Cymru has reported “outstanding performance” over the last 12 months.

Former teacher honoured with OBE “inspired” by his father’s passion for education

Tuesday, June 7, 2022Tuesday, June 7, 2022

Stephen Davies, the son of late Bedwas councillor Ray Davies has been awarded an OBE for services to education.

Blackwood RFC – a club at the heart of the community

Monday, June 6, 2022Monday, June 6, 2022

When tragedy and destruction struck Blackwood RFC, it turned to the community for help.
Since then, the club has transformed itself into a modern venue that has raised thousands of pounds in aid of multiple good causes.

Communities come together to celebrate Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Monday, June 6, 2022Thursday, June 9, 2022

Communities across Caerphilly County Borough came together to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Caerphilly Castle revamp plans set to be approved

Monday, June 6, 2022Monday, June 6, 2022

As part of a £5 million revamp, the Great Hall will be given a makeover and a new visitor centre will be built.

Robber who threatened shopkeeper with machete before stealing four cans of Carling jailed

Thursday, June 2, 2022Thursday, June 2, 2022

Shaun Davies, of Bedwellty Road, Aberbargoed, threatened a shopkeeper with a machete before making away with four cans of Carling.

Police Chief Constable recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours List

Thursday, June 2, 2022Thursday, June 2, 2022

Gwent Police Chief Constable Pam Kelly has been awarded a Queen’s Police Medal for her contribution to policing.

Natasha Asghar MS: “Long live the Queen and may she continue to reign over us for many years to come”

Thursday, June 2, 2022Wednesday, June 1, 2022

South Wales East Senedd Member Natasha Asghar talks about the Queen’s Jubilee in her latest blog for Caerphilly Observer.

Carer facing torrent of abuse from angry motorists while helping his disabled father

Wednesday, June 1, 2022Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Michael Barry has difficulties helping his disabled father in and out of the car due to issues finding a parking space outside his own house – and says he has faced abuse from motorists.

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