A new plan to spend £1 million on kickstarting jobs in the north of Caerphilly County Borough has been welcomed as a “first step” towards future prosperity.
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Petrol station shop fails in bid to start round-the-clock booze sales
A Rhymney petrol station shop will not be allowed to sell alcohol around the clock, councillors have decided.
New leisure centre to be ‘fantastic’ amid location and pool depth concerns
A new leisure centre and ‘wellbeing hub’ in Caerphilly town will be a “destination” for residents of the county borough and beyond when it opens next year, according to a senior council officer.
Former Energlyn Hospital staff still meeting more than 30 years after closure
More than three decades after Energlyn Hospital closed its doors, a group of former nurses and staff are proving that the friendships they built there have stood the test of time.
Council braced for rising temporary accommodation costs and school budget deficits
Council services continue to come under “substantial” strain despite a £1.8 million budget underspend last year, with pressures on social care, school transport and temporary accommodation.
Schoolboy and pensioner team up for audiobook tackling loneliness
A school pupil and an elderly volunteer have teamed up to narrate a new audiobook exploring friendship across generations, as part of a community project raising awareness of loneliness.
Man arrested and car seized after BB gun reports
A 19-year-old man has been arrested following reports of a BB or pellet gun being used in and around Caerphilly town centre over the last two days.
Firefighters awarded medals after Venezuela earthquake rescue mission
Six south Wales firefighters have returned home safely after spending two weeks rescuing people trapped in the aftermath of the Venezuela earthquake.
Welsh Government orders early winter NHS planning after “tough” year of delays
The Welsh Government has ordered NHS Wales to start emergency winter planning immediately to prevent a repeat of last year’s severe hospital delays.
Welsh ICE secures £50,000 investment from Valleys entrepreneur
Caerphilly-based business hub Welsh ICE has secured a £50,000 partnership investment from Valleys entrepreneur Andrew Richards to fund mentorship and network support for local start-ups.