Bad weather and recent changes to collection rounds, along with “high volumes” of Christmas waste, were among the reasons for “significant delays” to the service.
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Blood donation hubs coming to Caerphilly County Borough in January
Four Blood donation hubs will be popping up in Caerphilly County Borough next month – with donors urged to come forward and donate.
Parents ‘overjoyed’ at return of school’s crossing patrol
Hundreds of people signed a petition to bring back the service at the school over road safety concerns.
Blackwood man recalled to prison following release
A man who was jailed for threatening and disorderly behaviour has been recalled to prison following his release.
Charity’s Christmas winter wonderland treat for families
Families who use Blackwood-based HCT’s services were treated to a memorable winter wonderland Christmas trip.
Popular fish and chip shop celebrates its time so far in Cefn Fforest
A fish and chip shop, named in memory of the owners’ late son, has celebrated its first nine months in Cefn Fforest.
Libanus Lifestyle’s community work praised by TV presenter Iolo Williams on visit
Libanus Lifestyle’s community work praised by TV presenter Iolo Williams on visit
‘Huge relief’ as at-risk Blackwood Miners’ Institute given lifeline
Blackwood Miners’ Institute will remain open at least until the end of March 2026, in what has been called “a victory for common sense”.
Call for council to be ‘transparent’ over future of Blackwood Miners’ Institute
The council currently subsidises the ‘Stute to £347,000 annually but claims it has to take “difficult decisions” to plug a £45 million budget gap.
Blackwood Winter Fair cancelled due to weather warning
This weekend’s Blackwood Winter Fair has been called off following a Met Office weather warning.