Ty’n y Wern Primary School in Trethomas has reopened its community bistro, which was going “from strength-to-strength” before pandemic.
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Plans to expand Trinity Fields School expected to go ahead – but rugby pitch will be spared
Original plans to expand the special needs school would have seen the adjacent rugby pitch, used by Penallta RFC, sacrificed.
£9m temporary accommodation plans backed by council amid housing pressures
Senior councillors have approved plans to spend £9 million on temporary accommodation to address existing pressures on housing.
Water-damaged homes repair will not be completed until 2025
Homes in Rhymney have experienced water damage following a “failed” Welsh Government energy saving scheme.
Library temporarily closed after arson attack
The roof of Llanbradach Library was deliberately attacked by arsonists over the weekend.
Council wants to “wrap arms around the community” during cost of living crisis
Cabinet members have agreed to allocate £3 million to a cost of living hardship fund as the council is aiming to get support to people before they reach a breaking point.
Car parking charges to be reintroduced from January
Since June 2020, parking in council-owned car parks has been free, with the aim of boosting town centre trade following lockdown restrictions.
Planning committee expected to approve Ruperra Castle changes despite backlash
Next week, members of the council’s planning committee are expected to approve changes to the Ruperra Castle estate, including a new residential area.
Council spent £40k upgrading bowls pavilion it now wants to demolish
Last year, Caerphilly County Borough Council spent nearly £40,000 upgrading a bowls pavilion in Caerphilly town, which it now wants to demolish.
Independents say they feel “gagged” by council leadership
Councillors from both Ynysddu and Blackwood have expressed frustrations over what they say is a lack of engagement and co-operation between Labour and Independent elected members.