Caerphilly County Borough Council has ignored concerns over crime and public safety, according to residents affected by the authority’s street light switch-off.
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Plans for more outdoor dining areas underway
Work is underway to provide more outdoor dining areas for cafes and restaurants in town centres across Caerphilly County Borough.
Neighbours raise more than £4k with lockdown bingo
Residents on William Street, Blackwood, held socially-distanced street bingo evenings during lockdown.
Former rugby league coach and player dies aged 69
Greg Ashcroft, who coached Blackwood Bulldogs and Valley Cougars, has died.
More than £30k of theft and damage at building sites
The thefts took place at building sites in Aberbargoed and Blackwood.
£19,000 donation for Blackwood and District Foodbank
With demand already high, and expected to get higher, Blackwood and District Foodbank has welcomed a £19,000 donation towards its work.The foodbank, which is part of the Trussell Trust network of foodbanks,…
Calls for bridle paths to be reopened and maintained
A horse rider has warned the condition of the paths is deteriorating and is now in a ‘dangerous’ state due to not being maintained.
Al fresco dining coming to a high street near you
Outdoor dining is set to be introduced in Blackwood and Risca high streets under plans announced by Caerphilly County Borough Council.
Tributes paid to “warm, caring and respected” teacher
Mrs Morgan, who was subject leader for Design Technology, had taught at Blackwood Comprehensive for 23 years.
A* pupil inspired by Covid-19 to pursue a career in medical research
Josie Wood, from Blackwood, achieved one A* and three A grades in her A-levels.