Caerphilly faces a greater impact than nearly anywhere else in Britain, with economic costs around five times the national average, according to the modelling.
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Council leader facing no-confidence motion over ‘short-sighted’ library closures
Cabinet members agreed earlier this month to shut ten libraries and develop “hubs” offering a wider range of services at fewer locations.
‘More than just a subject’: Parent anger as school drops GCSE option
Parents are calling on a comprehensive school to reinstate a scrapped GCSE course described as “more than just a subject”.
Greens donate apple tree to town’s Ukrainian Gratitude Orchard
An apple tree has been donated to the Ukrainian Gratitude Orchard at Caerphilly’s Morgan Jones Park, by the Wales Green Party.
“A visionary for the Valleys”: Caerphilly Miners Centre chair stepping down this autumn
Katherine Hughes, the driving force behind Caerphilly Miners Centre, is stepping down as its chair in September.
Welsh mythology inspires latest Valleys Street Art Project in Bedwas
The Welsh mythological goddess Rhiannon is the latest subject for the Valleys Street Art Project and her image now adorns a property on Newport Road, Bedwas.
New YYFM hospital radio drama a ‘bridge’ between the generations
An Alzheimer’s singing group has joined primary school pupils to record a powerful new drama for hospital radio station Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr FM.
Couple who run community group told: ‘you’re going to hell’ as they’re banished from chapel
After three years of running youth clubs, playdays, and additional learning needs sessions from a chapel in Markham, community interest company Salvaged Creations Wales has been told to leave – because they aren’t Christian.
Risca Beach Party is back once again this summer
Risca’s annual beach party is back next month, bringing sand, deckchairs, funfair rides and more to Tredegar Park.
Man charged with possession of sawn-off shotgun after M4 police chase crash
A 34-year-old man from London has appeared in court charge after an M4 police chase following a burglary in Fair View, near Blackwood.