Moves by Caerphilly Council to buyout a schools PFI contract have been met with concern from governors.
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Community arts project gets more than £100k grant funding
A community arts project led by Aber Valley-based Undercurrents has received £105,000 from Arts Council Wales.
Senior councillors back empty homes plan
Owners of empty properties will be offered an interest-free £35,000 to bring them up to standard – with enforcement action against those who don’t.
Grit lorry driver released by police as collision investigation continues
The driver of the grit lorry which hit a 13-year-old boy on Thursday morning has been released by police as the investigation into the collision continues.
“Catch-22” as planning committee approves controversial quarry time extension
The proposals, which have been approved by the planning committee, mean the quarry can continue its operations for another two years.
Free childcare to be extended across borough in April
More families will be able to access free childcare across Caerphilly County Borough as Flying Start expands.
Plaid Cymru announce Caerphilly candidate for next UK General Election
Councillor Lindsay Whittle has been chosen to contest the next General Election for Plaid Cymru in the Caerphilly constituency.
Council to take action over toxic water at quarry
Residents and local councillors have raised concerns about possible pollution at Ty Llwyd quarry, with some describing a “toxic smell” at the site.
Centre for vulnerable learners construction set to begin in summer after council approval
The centre will be built on the former Pontllanfraith Comprehensive School after approval from the council’s planning committee.
First ever Blackwood Spring Fair brings more than 8,000 visitors to town
More than 8,000 people descended on Blackwood as the town held its first spring fair on Saturday March 4.