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Council reserves expected to shrink by 75% over next two years

Tuesday, February 24, 2026Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Cabinet members met on Tuesday February 24 ahead of a final budget vote to discuss the health of the local authority’s reserves.

Memorial event to remember those lost during Covid-19 pandemic

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

A memorial event to remember those who lost their lives during the Covid-19 pandemic is being held in Cwmfelinfach next month.

NRW turn to horsepower for woodland work

Tuesday, February 24, 2026Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Environmental body Natural Resources Wales wasn’t horsing around when it needed to tread carefully while working to restore ancient woodland near Risca.

Free St David’s Day tickets released for Caerphilly Castle

Tuesday, February 24, 2026Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Instead of paying an entry fee, Cadw is encouraging visitors to make a voluntary donation to Wales Air Ambulance.

Senedd Members to return to revamped Siambr

Tuesday, February 24, 2026Wednesday, March 4, 2026

To prepare for the upcoming expansion of the Senedd, which comes into affect from May’s election, the Siambr has been refurbished and expanded to accommodate an extra 36 elected members.

Plan for 21 new homes approved after affordable housing deal struck

Monday, February 23, 2026Monday, February 23, 2026

A proposal for 21 new homes in Oakdale has been given the final go-ahead after a deal was struck for affordable housing.

MP objects to plans for new McDonalds in Maesycwmmer

Monday, February 23, 2026Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Labour MP Chris Evans has written to the council’s planning department, outlining concerns raised by residents over the plans.

Thumbs up for butcher’s shop conversion into holiday let

Monday, February 23, 2026Monday, February 23, 2026

A former butcher’s shop in Pengam can be converted into holiday accommodation, council planners have decided.

Police investigation into woman’s death continues

Monday, February 23, 2026Monday, February 23, 2026

The woman died at a property on Caerphilly Road, Nelson, at around 10.45pm on Saturday February 14.

No trains between Rhymney and Cardiff for week-long tunnel works

Friday, February 20, 2026Friday, February 20, 2026

Rail services on the Rhymney line will be suspended next week for essential maintenance works in Caerphilly tunnel.

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