Welsh Government ministers are set to meet again this for their 21-day coronavirus review, with an announcement to be made on Wednesday.
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Public toilets reopened after seven years
The toilets, which are just off Dynevor Terrace, were closed back in 2014, but have been reopened thanks to Nelson Community Council and the Caerphilly Taxi Drivers’ Association.
Award wins for primary school pupils at entrepreneurial competition
Both Machen Primary School and Bryn Awel Primary School competed in the final of the annual Enterprise Troopers competition.
Why ex-Caerphilly Council leader Dave Poole was suspended
An investigation into Cllr Dave Poole found he breached the members’ code of conduct by not properly disclosing personal interests in relation to a major investment.
Rotary district governor for south Wales named
Oakdale resident Ray Bevan, who is a member of Pontllanfraith Rotary Club, will lead the district until June 2022.
Intensive care staff in 70k ultramarathon to raise funds for children’s hospital
Dietician Helen Penny, from Caerphilly, will take on the challenge alongside ward manager Suzanne Davies, in aid of Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital in Cardiff.
Cricket club set to return to action after missing entire season due to pandemic
Blackwood Town Cricket Club has bought new kits after a £300 donation from Wales and West Utilities.
Calls to end “outdated and cruel” animal prize giving
The RSPCA has urged councils to ban the practice of pets being given away as prizes – something which is already banned in Caerphilly County Borough.
Cocaine dealer jailed for three years
Cocaine dealer Callum Pugh, 26, of Highmead, Pontllanfraith, has been jailed for three years.
Man climbs Pen y Fan seven days in a row to raise more than £4k for charity
Anthony Williams, 46, from Caerphilly, walked 100 miles and climbed Pen y Fan seven days in a row to raise money for Parkinson’s UK and Dementia UK.