An investigation into a fire at a children’s home in Blackwood over the weekend has found that the blaze was accidental.
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More support needed for mobile cancer care units, claims Islwyn MP
Islwyn Member of Parliament Chris Evans has called on the local health board to give more support for a cancer charity’s mobile care units.
Blackwood youth worker jailed for 11 years after watching rape of boy, 6, via the internet
A former youth worker who watched a live stream over the internet of a six-year-old boy being raped has been jailed for 11 years, following an investigation by the National Crime Agency.
Blackwood community group brings Tenovus Cancer Care mobile unit to town
A Blackwood group with community interests at its heart has teamed up with a national cancer charity to offer residents a free health check today in the town.
Taekwondo: Lauren Williams vows to learn from late loss
Teenage taekwondo sensation Lauren Williams vowed to learn a valuable lesson after suffering late defeat in her World Championship quarter-final.
8,000 visitors enjoy Blackwood Beach Party
More than 8,000 visitors took part in a weekend of sizzling summer fun throughout Blackwood town centre.
Family of Tunisia beach shooting victim Trudy Jones await judge’s report into legal action against tour operator TUI
The family of a care worker, killed during a terrorist shooting in Tunisia, are waiting for a judge to publish his report as part of legal proceedings against holiday operator TUI.
Law firm buys Blackwood practice in expansion plans
Law firm CJCH Solicitors has acquired Blackwood-based Patchell Davies, as part of its expansion strategy.
Police appeal for witnesses after man arrested in Cefn Fforest “disturbance”
A man has been arrested after a “disturbance” prompted a large police presence at a house near Blackwood last week.
Second application to build homes on Oakdale golf course site is deferred over appeal
A planning wrangle has seen a new application to build 175 homes on a golf course deferred by Caerphilly County Borough Council’s planning committee.