Major concerns have been raised over outdated fire alarm systems and fire safety measures at several council-owned care homes in Caerphilly County Borough.
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Plans for up to 300 new homes at Grove Park thrown out by planning committee
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
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
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
A youth cricket team in Blackwood have hosted an Indian touring side.
Owner of Subway branch fined for selling hot food out-of-hours
The franchisee of a branch of fast food chain Subway has been fined for selling hot food out-of-hours.
Blackwood entrepreneur’s creativity key to prop business
A young entrepreneur has established her own business selling replica film props and cosplay items internationally and all made by hand from her garden workshop in Blackwood.
Anger after controversial plans for housing in Blackwood approved
Residents and councillors have expressed anger and confusion over a decision to approve a controversial housing development in Blackwood.
Miners’ institute needs to be ‘more commercial’
A deputy leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council has said Blackwood Miners’ Institute needs to be moved in a more “commercial direction”.
AM’s charity walk raises £20,000 for Velindre Cancer Centre
A charity walk organised by the family of an Assembly Member diagnosed with bowel cancer has raised more than £20,000 for Velindre.