After rain disrupted play around most of the county borough last weekend, cricket returned once more as Week 10 saw some high scoring affairs.
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Playground torched by “mindless vandals” targeted for a second time this year
“It’s a delightful area where a lot of money has been spent to upgrade it. You wonder whether or not it is money well spent on a facility, when it seems people get enjoyment out of destroying it.”
Record turnout as Machen Show returns for first time in three years
Having last been held in 2019, the show’s 79th edition received an “overwhelming response” from the public, according to its chairman, Kevin Stanworth.
Machen Cricket Club’s winning streak extended with first double of the season
All-rounder Gareth Jones was Machen’s batting star as they continued their winning run with a hard-fought victory away to Usk.
Creative and wellbeing classes for all ages at Newbridge Memo
Activities such as children’s create and craft, 3D workshops, puppetry and performance classes are all on offer at the Memo.
Nineteen homes could be built on site of former infant school
Nineteen homes could be built on the site of the former Pontlottyn Infants School, if plans are approved by the council.
“Our grandchildren will now miss all the good times they would have had with their amazing grandad”
Ex-British Rail fireman Donald Lewis passed away in 2020, having been diagnosed with a form of lung cancer linked to asbestos exposure.
£60k car park extension approved to ease “chaotic” traffic issues
Caerphilly Council’s plans to extend the car park at Oakdale’s recreational ground has been backed by senior councillors.
Author channels own personal tragedies in story book helping children with self-esteem and grief
Author Jess Childs, from Machen, has released her latest book, Ivy and the Mole – the second instalment in her ‘Big Issues for Little People’ series.
£80m bid for alpine rollercoaster, new leisure centre and transport hub given cabinet approval
A new leisure centre, an ‘Alpine Coaster’ and a “transport hub” are included in the funding proposals, which have now been approved by the council’s cabinet.