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Tag: Blackwood

Cafe named one of the best in the UK

Thursday, November 3, 2022Thursday, November 3, 2022

The Plaza Cafe in Blackwood has been named one of the best in the UK, winning a Good Food Award.

Developer apologises for GP access problems

Wednesday, November 2, 2022Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Developer Lovell is building 123 homes on the site of the former council offices and green space.

Council’s new town centre manager wants businesses to “thrive”

Wednesday, November 2, 2022Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Jo Hillier-Raikes, the council’s new town centre manager, said she wants a focus on communication and engagement to help businesses prosper.

DWP says it will open Job Centre car park for Remembrance services after U-turn

Tuesday, November 1, 2022Tuesday, November 1, 2022

The DWP had initially refused to open its Job Centre car park for those attending Remembrance services in Blackwood – but has since U-turned.

CCTV images released as police re-appeal over school burglaries

Thursday, October 27, 2022Thursday, October 27, 2022

In August, three televisions, a quantity of cash and a cement mixer were reportedly stolen during two burglaries at Libanus Primary School in Blackwood.

Councillor says decision to create two new senior officer posts is a “slap in the face”

Monday, October 24, 2022Tuesday, October 25, 2022

Blackwood’s independent councillor Nigel Dix has hit out at Caerphilly County Borough Council’s decision to create two new senior officer jobs.

Arsonist who torched front door while family slept in random attack jailed

Monday, October 24, 2022Monday, October 24, 2022

Mark Saunders, 36, targeted a random front door on Attlee Court, Caerphilly, while under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

Senior councillors approve £750k funding for regeneration projects across borough

Thursday, October 20, 2022Tuesday, October 25, 2022

More than £750,000 has been approved to fund regeneration projects across Caerphilly County Borough, including the new market plans.

Former high street tanning salon could become cafe diner

Friday, October 14, 2022Tuesday, October 25, 2022

A former tanning salon on Blackwood High Street could be turned into a “trendy” café diner, if plans are approved.

Caring couple up for national award after 29 years of dedication

Monday, October 10, 2022Monday, October 10, 2022

A Blackwood couple who have dedicated their lives to caring for vulnerable adults have been nominated for a Wales Care Award.

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