St David’s Hospice Care has been given £40,000 from Blackwood-based charity Cancercareline, which is closing at the end of the year.
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Public park in Cwmgelli saved after council withdraws sale plans
Residents in Cwmgelli, near Blackwood, are celebrating after plans to sell off a park for a housing development were scrapped.
Unique £5 note “worth £20,000” in circulation in Blackwood
An artist famed for his miniature masterpieces has provided a spark of Willy Wonka-esque magic to Caerphilly County Borough.
Blackwood star Lauren Williams named Wales’ Young Sportswoman of the Year
Just two weeks after retaining her World Taekwondo Federation Junior World Championship title, Blackwood teenager Lauren Williams has been named as Young Sportswoman of the Year at the Wales Sport Awards.
Police seek three women in connection with Blackwood shop theft
Police are appealing for information after several thefts from a bargain store in Blackwood.
Taekwondo: Blackwood teenage star retains title in style with fine championship display
Blackwood teenager Lauren Williams has capped off a stunning year in the sport after retaining her title at the World Taekwondo Federation’s (WTF) Junior World Championships in Canada.
Cancer patient support charity Cancercareline to close after funding axed
A cancer patient support charity is to close because of funding cuts from Caerphilly County Borough Council and the Aneurin Bevan Health Board.
Community group wins funding to transform Blackwood chapel into care services hub
A group with community interests at its heart is planning for the future after being awarded a £25,000 fund.
Murdered Blackwood man officially recognised as father of two-year-old daughter
A Blackwood mother whose partner was murdered has won a two-year battle for justice to get his name put on the birth certificate of their daughter.
Borough gears up for fireworks displays this weekend
Firework season is upon us and Caerphilly town, Bargoed and Blackwood all have organised firework displays for the public to enjoy.