Fortunately, the defibrillator itself, which costs around £1,300, was saved – but the plastic casing protecting it was destroyed.
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Wilko has “no immediate” plans to close stores, despite calling in administrators
Wilko, which has more than 400 stores across the UK – including one on Blackwood High Street – has said trading will continue “as usual”.
Final day for Blackwood’s HSBC branch as it closes its doors for good
Blackwood High Street has now lost another bank following the closure of HSBC, which closed for good on Tuesday July 25.
Burglar arrested after being recalled to prison
Earlier this month, Gwent Police appealed for information on the whereabouts of 29-year-old Yarran Watkins.
Rail Linc bus service between Blackwood and Ystrad Mynach stops
A subsidised bus service connecting Blackwood town to Ystrad Mynach railway station has, as of Saturday July 22, stopped running.
Burglar wanted back behind bars after prison release
Gwent Police has appealed for information on the whereabouts of 29-year-old Yarran Watkins.
Ladies rugby club gain promotion to top Welsh division after only two seasons
Blackwood Ladies RFC have gone from strength-to-strength since forming only two-years-ago, and are now set to play in the top tier of Welsh women’s rugby.
Charity cinema screening raises funds for Macmillan and Cancer Research
Organised by Paul and Jennifer Taylor, who run The Rock bed and breakfast in Blackwood, the event was held at the town’s Maxime Cinema.
Blackwood Beach Party draws record footfall with more than 7,000 visitors
More than 7,000 visitors arrived in Blackwood as the town held its annual beach party over the weekend – a record footfall for the event.
Council to withdraw funding for bus service between Blackwood and Ystrad Mynach
The council has confirmed it is pulling its £120,000 funding for a bus service connecting Blackwood and Ystrad Mynach railway station.