It’s believed that Libanus Primary School was broken into twice over the weekend.
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Rotary club pledges to support foodbank as cost of living crisis worsens
As the cost of living continues to rise, the Rotary Club of Blackwood has pledged to do its bit to help support Rhymney Valley Foodbank.
Thousands to be spent addressing Blackwood’s antisocial behaviour problem
Gwent Police has been given around three quarters of a million pounds from the Home Office – with a portion of that set to be spent tackling antisocial behaviour in Blackwood.
Officers meet child they helped deliver at police station nine years ago
Nine years ago, Sara Jones gave birth to baby Imogen at Blackwood Police Station with help from two police officers.
Antisocial behaviour an “epidemic” in town centre
A Blackwood councillor has described antisocial behaviour in the town centre as an “epidemic” and is calling for tougher action to be taken.
TV presenter Iolo Williams praises conservation effort at community hub
TV presenter Iolo Williams has praised the conservation efforts of volunteers at community hub Libanus Lifestyle – and has urged others to follow its lead.Based at the former Libanus Chapel in Blackwood,…
Cricket club reaping their success after years of youth engagement
“It’s all about making cricket as exciting as possible for the kids” – Blackwood Cricket Club building its success through youth and community engagement.
Councillors back motion to tackle trolley dumping
Councillors have backed plans to tackle the issue of trolley dumping after a significant amount were found in the Sirhowy River.
Councillor wins award for bowel cancer awareness campaigning
In 2019, Cllr Etheridge was diagnosed with bowel cancer at the age of 60. Since then, he has endeavoured to raise awareness of the disease.
Arrest made in connection with Blackwood Market trader murder 27 years ago
A man wanted in connection with the murder of Blackwood Market trader Jaswant Singh Sandhu has been arrested in Pakistan.