Caerphilly Observer

New supported-living complex planned for derelict care home site

Ty Darran care home has been closed for more than ten years and is set to be demolished.

Councils across Gwent have warned people may see changes in their care arrangements due to social care staff shortages caused by the pandemic.

Mike Allen, who served with the 2nd Battalion the Royal Welsh regiment, started building the castle near Wattsville in 2019.

Blackwood Primary School’s former lollipop lady is not being replaced, despite the school having had a crossing patrol since it opened in 2001.

Andrew James, a former assistant headteacher at Lewis School Pengam, died over Christmas.

A new tattoo studio could be coming to Pontllanfraith, if plans are approved by Caerphilly County Borough Council.

Rocio Cifuentes will take up the role in April, replacing the departing Sally Holland – who has served in the role since 2015.

Plans to demolish St Catherine’s Church and build 17 one-bedroom flats and a garden have been submitted.

National Insurance increases and inflation rises will increase the council’s running costs by £8.7m, senior councillors have warned.

Wales’ First Minister Mark Drakeford has confirmed the current Covid regulations will not be changing following the latest weekly review.