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Tag: Blackwood

Plans for 300 homes near Blackwood rejected by councillors

Friday, November 9, 2018

A controversial planning application for a 300-home housing estate in Blackwood has been turned down by councillors.

“Save our leisure centres” – Hundreds march in opposition to closure plans

Thursday, November 8, 2018

Hundreds of campaigners marched through Blackwood in protest against council plans to close leisure centres.

Firework displays being held at Caerphilly, Bargoed and Blackwood

Tuesday, October 30, 2018Tuesday, October 30, 2018

Firework season is upon us once again, and residents can choose from several displays being held across Caerphilly County Borough.

Tunisian terror attack victims start legal proceedings against tour operator TUI

Wednesday, October 24, 2018

The family of a care worker, killed during a terrorist shooting in Tunisia, have begun legal proceedings against holiday operator TUI.

Care homes with outdated fire alarms “not in danger”, as Caerphilly Council agrees to upgrade them

Tuesday, October 23, 2018

Residents living in local authority-owned care homes with outdated fire alarms are not in any danger, a council meeting has heard.

Major fire safety concerns at care homes owned by Caerphilly County Borough Council

Tuesday, October 16, 2018

Major concerns have been raised over outdated fire alarm systems and fire safety measures at several council-owned care homes in Caerphilly County Borough.

Plans for up to 300 new homes at Grove Park thrown out by planning committee

Monday, October 15, 2018Friday, July 2, 2021

Plans to build up to 300 homes have been thrown out by Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Planning Committee.

Councillors set to discuss plans for up to 300 homes at Grove Park near Blackwood

Wednesday, October 10, 2018

Residents have voiced their opposition to plans to build up to 300 homes on greenfield land.

Selfless couple from Wyllie in line for award after 40 years of fostering

Friday, September 28, 2018

A selfless couple whose lives have been dedicated to helping others less fortunate than themselves are in line for a major award.

Blackwood Town Cricket Club host Ahmedebad touring side

Thursday, August 30, 2018Thursday, August 30, 2018

A youth cricket team in Blackwood have hosted an Indian touring side.

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