Hospital staff have given a stark account of the horrors of coronavirus, with the confirmed number of cases in Gwent reaching 1,221.
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Caerphilly Castle to be lit up blue for NHS workers
The castle will be lit up in blue every night to show support to NHS workers on the frontline in the battle against coronavirus.
Rugby club to mark 100th anniversary by opening clubhouse
It will be the first time in their 100-year history that they will have a place to call their own.
Police will “take action” over people ignoring coronavirus advice
Gwent Police has said it will “take action” over people ignoring government advice to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary to combat the coronavirus pandemic.
Gerald Jones MP: “The past few weeks have seen some of the most difficult and unprecedented times”
In his latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Merthyr and Rhymney MP Gerald Jones talks about coronavirus and the acts of kindness and community spirit amid the crisis.
Council takes measures to enforce social distancing among bin collectors
More back-up vehicles have been introduced to ensure bin collectors are able to stay two metres apart.
Keeping Education Going
Kip McGrath Caerphilly are running a number of extra sessions for any parents who would like some extra support for their children during the day time and evenings.
Appeal to find missing teenager
David Trandafir Marcu, 15, was last seen in Blackwood on Sunday, March 29 at around 10pm.
Controversial accommodation plans given the green light
Caerphilly County Borough Council has approved plans to use part of a building in Rhymney as a six-bed home of multiple occupancy.
Council sets up food bank phone line
This will work alongside other duties including issuing food bank vouchers, coordinating donations and managing deliveries.