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Plans to build three-storey block of flats in Pontymister given green light

Friday, December 6, 2019Friday, December 6, 2019

The proposals will see 18 one-bedroom apartments built on the site of the former Pontymister petrol station.

Appeal decision due on 300-home scheme near Cefn Fforest

Friday, December 6, 2019Friday, December 6, 2019

Developer Persimmon wants to build a range of two, three and four-bedroom houses on the 9.72-hectare site.

Police hunt Caerphilly man and warn public not to approach him

Thursday, December 5, 2019Thursday, December 5, 2019

Officers have warned people not to approach the man, who they believe is in the Caerphilly area.

Councillors reject Gypsy traveller pitches at Rhymney Bridge

Thursday, December 5, 2019Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Each pitch was proposed to include a mobile home, a touring caravan and two parking spaces, accommodating five families with eight adults and nine children.

Election candidate most ‘open and responsive’ MP

Thursday, December 5, 2019Thursday, December 5, 2019

Wayne David, who has served as MP for Caerphilly since 2001 and is seeking re-election, ranks highest on the Change.org ranking.

Penallta recycling centre could be expanded if Trehir site closes

Thursday, December 5, 2019Thursday, December 5, 2019

A report says an increase in capacity at Penallta HWRC would be necessary to make sure that there is no decrease in disposal space.

Young dancing couple grace Blackpool’s Winter Gardens

Thursday, December 5, 2019Thursday, December 5, 2019

Together, the young duo danced the cha-cha-chá, samba, rumba and jive at the competition.

Boxer shortlisted for Wales Sports Personality of the Year

Thursday, December 5, 2019Wednesday, December 11, 2019

The 25-year old’s unique journey to becoming Wales’ first ever women’s world champion saw the boxer compete in taekwondo, kickboxing and football, where she earned an astounding 52 caps for Wales.

Rugby club caught up in paying scandal hits back

Thursday, December 5, 2019Friday, December 20, 2019

Blackwood and Newbridge are among six teams caught up in the scandal.

Police issue warning after two vans and a car stolen

Wednesday, December 4, 2019Wednesday, December 4, 2019

Gwent Police have warned motorists after two vans and a car were stolen in three separate incidents in Blackwood, Fleur de Lis and Crosskeys.

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