A young woman who lost her mother to sepsis is taking on the Cardiff Half Marathon this autumn to raise money for charity.
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Quick-thinking ‘little hero’ saves mum’s life after severe sepsis scare
In January last year, five-year-old Poppy’s actions helped save mum Leisha Davies’ life. Now, she is trying to help others recognise the symptoms of sepsis.
Funeral director plan rejected for ‘idle and vacant’ high street unit
A proposal to redevelop an “idle and vacant” commercial unit in Blackwood has been turned down by council planners.
Caerphilly County Borough Council public notices
Planning notice for Caerphilly, Nelson, Pontllanfraith, Gelligaer.
Full list of roadwork dates revealed as £5m resurfacing begins
A £5 million programme of road resurfacing works across Caerphilly County Borough has begun.
Gas pipe upgrade works set to be completed by the end of August
Work to upgrade gas pipes in Blackwood is set to be completed by the end of August, according to Wales and West Utilities.
‘Car parks are not race tracks’: Police up patrols and sound warning
Police are “actively patrolling” a supermarket car park in a bid to tackle antisocial driving – and have threatened to seize cars and prosecute those caught in the act.
Spar deal shows council ‘intervening with action’ against high street decline
The purchase forms part of wider regeneration plans for Bargoed and Blackwood, which are both the subject of new town-centre regeneration plans.
Flats proposed for town’s former bank building
Plans submitted to Caerphilly County Borough Council show the “prominent” premises at 85 High Street could now be converted for residential use.
Blackwood Beach Party draws more than 5,500 visitors
With the sun shining, the free-to-enter event saw the high street turn into a summer paradise, with sand, deckchairs, funfair rides, live music and more.