Blackwood independent councillor Kevin Etheridge has been recognised by his peers for going “above and beyond” in his public service.
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Brand new skate park unveiled in Maesycwmmer
A brand new skate park has been unveiled in Maesycwmmer following an investment of more than £150,000 from Caerphilly County Borough Council.
Councillors across Wales set for pay rise of more than £1k from next April
The body which sets the pay for councillors across Wales is proposing increasing councillor salaries by £1,066 per year to £18,666.
“A lifeline”: The value of leisure services for disabled children amid ongoing funding struggle
For children across Caerphilly with disabilities, it can be difficult to find a club that caters to their needs.
More than 5,000 visitors in Ystrad Mynach for winter food and craft fair
The event saw a variety of activities and entertainment come to the town, such as live music, funfair rides, food stalls, and even Santa’s Grotto.
Plans for new cafe and takeaway approved
Plans to turn a former post office in Elliot’s Town into a cafe and takeaway have been approved by the council.
Council leader says keeping leisure centre open would be “absolute insanity”
The leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council, Sean Morgan, has said keeping Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre open would be “absolute insanity”.
“Utter madness”: Opposition councillors slam plans for new transport interchange
Plaid Cymru representatives called the plans a waste of money, and said the new-look buildings weren’t in-keeping with the town’s heritage.
Council admits failure in removing abandoned boat before it ended up on a bonfire
Caerphilly County Borough Council has said its “usual robust process” to deal with fly-tipping was not “fully followed” after a dumped boat ended up on a bonfire.
Council house tenants could see rent rise by 6.7% next spring
Failing to raise rents could have a “detrimental” effect on the council’s ability to maintain its housing stock, a new report warns.