Plaid Cymru MS Delyth Jewell has called on the Welsh Government to provide support for libraries, with ten at risk of closure across Caerphilly County Borough.
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Annual Caerphilly Challenge Series returns this weekend with Twmbarlwm trek
The event promises a challenge for walkers, joggers, and runners of all fitness levels and abilities.
Film based on Senghenydd family’s WWII experience to be released
Ahead of the 80th anniversary of VE Day, local director Andrew Creak has released a short film telling the story of his family in Senghenydd during the Second World War.
Caerphilly Observer marks 12 years in print with 300th edition
This month marks 12 years since Caerphilly Observer went into print – with our latest edition being number 300.
Banned from Blackwood: Teen handed court order to stay away or face arrest
A teenager has been handed a two-year criminal behaviour order (CBO) banning her from certain parts of Blackwood town.
Gang caught with £400k of cocaine and £25k of cash jailed for a total of 31 years
Five members of an organised crime gang, caught with £400,000 worth of cocaine and £25,000 cash, have received a combined jail term of 31 years.
Council could remove position of mayor as part of further cuts
Councillors have been asked to consider axing the position of mayor, as Caerphilly County Borough Council continues to try and reduce its budget shortfall.
10,000 visitors attended Caerphilly Food and Drink Festival
Nearly 10,000 visitors came to Caerphilly when the town hosted its annual food and drink festival last month.
Water levels in ‘good position’ but Dwr Cymru sounds warning
Welsh Water Dwr Cymru has ramped up production at its water treatment works and urged people to think about their water consumption.
‘What happened to us in our past should compel us to ensure that every coal tip in Wales is made safe’
Plaid Cymru MS Delyth Jewell discusses a “long-overdue” coal tip safety bill in her latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, but says “legislation alone is not enough to make our communities safe”.