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“I grew up in deprivation so I know what it’s like to have no toys”

Friday, May 27, 2022Friday, May 27, 2022

As a child, James Morgan grew up in deprivation. Now he has launched the Toy Box Project – giving toys to children who would otherwise go without.

All remaining Covid measures to be scrapped

Friday, May 27, 2022Wednesday, October 18, 2023

All remaining Covid measures in Wales are set to be scrapped from next week, First Minister Mark Drakeford is expected to announce today.

The elections are over, but what do councillors actually do?

Thursday, May 26, 2022Tuesday, May 31, 2022

The council elections are over and those elected have taken their positions. But what do county borough and city councillors actually do?

Back to “business as usual” say newly elected councillors

Thursday, May 26, 2022Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Independent councillors Jan Jones and Janine Reed won the Ynysddu seat from Labour – unseating the then-leader Philippa Marsden.

“Wales does not need more politicians in Cardiff Bay – we need more teachers, doctors, dentists, and nurses”

Thursday, May 26, 2022Thursday, May 26, 2022

South Wales East Senedd Member Laura Anne Jones talks Senedd reform and the cost of living crisis in her latest blog.

Blackwood thief recalled to prison by police

Thursday, May 26, 2022Thursday, May 26, 2022

Steven Powell, 36, from Blackwood, breached the conditions of his release from prison.

79 new “sustainable” homes planned

Wednesday, May 25, 2022Thursday, May 26, 2022

Nearly 80 homes made of “sustainable materials” could be built in Newbridge – if plans are approved by the council.

Police investigate reports of deliberate cat killing

Wednesday, May 25, 2022Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Police are investigating reports that a group of boys killed a cat by setting three lurcher dogs onto it.

Drug dealer who offered to supply cocaine, LSD, ecstasy and cannabis jailed

Wednesday, May 25, 2022Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Dylan Evans, 28, of Spring Hill, Bedwas, appeared at Cardiff Crown Court, where he was given a four year and six month prison sentence.

Want to start litter picking? Keep Wales Tidy can help with its new hub

Wednesday, May 25, 2022Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Equipment such as litter pickers, rubbish bags and high-visibility jackets are all available from the hub, which is the 11th of its kind to open in Caerphilly County Borough.

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