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.
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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.
“I just don’t think the council care” – No dropped kerb to help disabled access over ‘engineering problems’
Abertridwr residents are calling for a dropped kerb to be fitted to make it easier for disabled people to get around the village.
Schools to get kitchen extensions to prepare for free school meals rollout
Four schools in Caerphilly county borough will get extensions to their kitchens to prepare for the rollout of Universal Primary Free School Meals.