Norsk Hydro is looking to close five of its European extrusion plants, including its site on Pant Glas Industrial Estate, due to “prolonged weak demand and market downturn”.
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Church-run Warm Space marks three years of supporting its community
Based at Bethel Baptist church, the warm hub-style scheme was launched in November 2022, with those at the church wanting to do their bit to help out.
Two people taken to hospital after Bedwas car crash
Two people have been taken to hospital with serious injuries after a car crash in Bedwas on Thursday afternoon.
Man who abused badgers and entered his dog into illegal fights jailed
A Bedwas man who abused badgers in “deliberate and sadistic” acts has been jailed for four months and banned from keeping animals for the rest of his life.
Care home residents remember Caerphilly’s iconic Double Diamond Club
The legendary Double Diamond Club once hosted the likes of Shirley Bassey, Tom Jones, Cliff Richard, and Roy Orbison during its 1970s heyday.
Two cocaine dealers jailed, while third handed suspended sentence
Two members of an organised crime group have been jailed for a combined eight years and five months for their role in supplying class A drugs in Caerphilly.
‘Heartbreaking’: Charity has equipment and supplies stolen after break-in
The Parish Trust has confirmed its storage unit was broken into over the weekend, as the Christian charity appeals for the return of missing items.
Could a potential judicial review stop the council from closing ten libraries?
The decision to close ten libraries by the council may end up being challenged in court, Caerphilly Observer understands.
Bedwas RFC’s youth team relaunched ahead of new season
“This provides an opportunity for young players to develop within the club. We’ve got an experienced coaching team ready to go, and we’re building something special for young talent.”
‘More than just a subject’: Parent anger as school drops GCSE option
Parents are calling on a comprehensive school to reinstate a scrapped GCSE course described as “more than just a subject”.