Blackwood Archives

Community hub running new welcoming space during summer months

Libanus Lifestyle in Blackwood is one of a number of venues across the borough running a welcoming space over the summer.

Rhys Colyer, 31, of no fixed abode, Blackwood, was sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court on Tuesday April 25.

Emma Hughes returned to college while battling cancer and caring for her disabled son – and has since been awarded for her bravery and dedication.

The internet will be available through the FreeCCBCWifi network, with users needing to register their details before using it for the first time.

During his year-long term as town Blackwood town mayor, Cllr George Edwards has been raising money for his chosen charity, the Wales Air Ambulance.

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service was called at around 1.48pm on Wednesday April 12.

Plans to convert empty garages in Blackwood have been refused due to the narrow lanes surrounding them.

The second oldest agricultural show in Wales, the Bedwellty Show, has celebrated its 150th anniversary.

Atlantic Service Company has officially unveiled its new site on Hawtin Park Industrial Estate, Blackwood.

More than 8,000 people descended on Blackwood as the town held its first spring fair on Saturday March 4.