A Blackwood couple who have dedicated their lives to caring for vulnerable adults have won at the Wales Care Awards.
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Calls for school crossing patrol to be brought back after three-car collision
A parent has called for the school crossing patrol in Blackwood to be re-instated following a collision during the school pick-up.
Blackwood RFC announce new shirt sponsor
Blackwood Rugby Club have announced civil engineering firm Kilkern as its new shirt sponsor.
Former high street tanning salon set to become café diner
A former tanning salon on Blackwood High Street is to be turned into a “trendy” café and a diner, after plans were approved by Caerphilly County Borough Council’s planning officers.
Wi-Fi still coming to town centres despite delay
The council has insisted town centre Wi-Fi is still coming to Caerphilly, Blackwood and Newbridge, despite delays.
Cafe named one of the best in the UK
The Plaza Cafe in Blackwood has been named one of the best in the UK, winning a Good Food Award.
Developer apologises for GP access problems
Developer Lovell is building 123 homes on the site of the former council offices and green space.
Council’s new town centre manager wants businesses to “thrive”
Jo Hillier-Raikes, the council’s new town centre manager, said she wants a focus on communication and engagement to help businesses prosper.
DWP says it will open Job Centre car park for Remembrance services after U-turn
The DWP had initially refused to open its Job Centre car park for those attending Remembrance services in Blackwood – but has since U-turned.
CCTV images released as police re-appeal over school burglaries
In August, three televisions, a quantity of cash and a cement mixer were reportedly stolen during two burglaries at Libanus Primary School in Blackwood.