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Caerphilly Castle revamp plans approved, despite “Disneyland” concerns

Thursday, June 9, 2022Thursday, June 9, 2022

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

Teenager’s efforts see 40 tonnes of waste cleared from Gelligaer Common

Thursday, June 9, 2022Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Tthanks to the efforts of 17-year-old Daniel Lewis, more than 40 tonnes of waste has been removed from Gelligaer Common.

Welsh Government to pause Ukraine ‘super sponsor’ scheme

Wednesday, June 8, 2022Wednesday, October 18, 2023

So far, the scheme has seen 2,000 visas issues to people fleeing the war in Ukraine.

Planning decision on milk vending machine set to be made

Wednesday, June 8, 2022Friday, June 10, 2022

A “state of the art” vending machine that dispenses fresh milk is set to stay in Caerphilly, if planning permission is granted by the council.

Risca Beach Party attracts nearly 5,000 visitors

Wednesday, June 8, 2022Wednesday, June 8, 2022

Around 130 tonnes of sand was used to transform Tredegar Park into a summer paradise on Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29.

Volunteers keeping buzzy with new community centre beehives

Wednesday, June 8, 2022Wednesday, June 8, 2022

Libanus Lifestyle, in Blackwood, received more than £4,700 to install the hives on the chapel roof and invest in professional beekeeping equipment and training.

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.

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