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Group of ten Labour councillors to rebel against cuts brought about by leisure centre court case expense
A group of Labour councillors will oppose any cuts linked with covering legal costs incurred during the court challenge against closing Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre.
New Gwent Police Chief Constable to be confirmed
They will replace the outgoing Julian Williams, who has retired from the role after two years.
Ten years of Caerphilly Observer
Originally launched as a website on July 28, 2009, the independently-owned title successfully launched a fortnightly print edition in 2013.
Dog found in Ystrad Mynach with matted fur and “ulcerated and bulging” eyes
The shih tzu was found with matted fur and “ulcerated and bulging” eyes.
Days off on the sick cost Caerphilly Council almost £1 million a month
On average, nearly 12 and a half working days were lost per council employee to sickness during the 2017/18 financial year.
Gerwyn Price qualifies for Champions League of Darts
Price, who is ranked seventh in the PDC Order of Merit, secured his place in the Champions League despite a shock 13-12 defeat to Stephen Bunting.
‘Mini Police Officers’ visit New Scotland Yard and Parliament on trip to London
Pupils and staff from Fochriw and Phillipstown Primary Schools visited London as part of the Heddlu Bach scheme.
St Cenydd Road closure – all you need to know
The closure is expected to last for six weeks and diversions will be in place.
Teacher celebrates 50 years at primary school in Llanbradach
Stephanie Lewis, 73, first walked through the school doors two days after Neil Armstrong walked on the moon in 1969.