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Council tax increase of 4.7% to go ahead after budget approved

Friday, February 21, 2020Friday, February 21, 2020

From April, residents in Caerphilly County Borough will see their council tax increase by 4.7% after the councillors approved the budget.

Medal haul for gymnasts in grading

Friday, February 21, 2020Friday, February 21, 2020

Gymnasts from Islwyn Gymnastics Club have impressed the judges by winning a combined 24 medals at a competition.

Police warning after spate of burglaries

Friday, February 21, 2020Friday, February 21, 2020

Police have warned Caerphilly residents to “be vigilant” after a series of burglaries in the town.

Caerphilly Council to offer financial help to flooding victims

Thursday, February 20, 2020Thursday, February 20, 2020

Residents and businesses affected by the floods are set to receive financial help from the council.

Pupils’ book about therapy dogs impresses at trade fair

Thursday, February 20, 2020Thursday, February 20, 2020

The St Martin’s School pupils won the “Best use of Social Media” and “Best Customer Service” awards.

Darts player granted practice room planning permission

Thursday, February 20, 2020Thursday, February 20, 2020

A neighbour objected to the development, claiming the building has caused thousands of pounds worth of damage to a retaining wall.

County Borough enjoys success at tourism awards

Thursday, February 20, 2020Thursday, February 20, 2020

Caerphilly County Borough’s tourism industry has been recognised with three award wins at the South East Wales Tourism Awards.

Father publishes emotional diary detailing battle against bowel cancer

Thursday, February 20, 2020Thursday, February 20, 2020

A father from Machen who was diagnosed with stage two bowel cancer has released a book talking about his experiences with the condition.

Charity group named Fundraisers of the Year

Thursday, February 20, 2020Thursday, February 20, 2020

A Caerphilly-based fundraising group has been named South East Wales Fundraisers of the Year after raising £78,000.

Dream Horse: Trailer released for film based on champion racehorse

Thursday, February 20, 2020Thursday, February 20, 2020

The trailer for Dream Horse, which is based on the real life story of racehorse Dream Alliance, has been released.

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