Caerphilly councillors have rejected plans for an opencast mine in the Rhymney Valley, despite the threat of legal action by the developer.
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Caerphilly Local Access Forum seeks new members
A group which helps to open up public access to land for recreational use is seeking new members.
More than a quarter of child car seats fail Caerphilly Council safety checks
Almost four out of ten child car seats failed a safety inspection at an event held by Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Trading Standards department.
More than 50,000 attend Big Cheese 2015 despite horrendous weather
An estimated 55,000 people attended Caerphilly’s Big Cheese Festival over the weekend, despite atrocious weather.
Labour win New Tredegar by-election
The Labour Party’s Mark Evans has been elected as New Tredegar’s representative on Caerphilly County Borough Council.
Caerphilly taxi drivers claim ‘inconsistent’ vehicle checks are damaging their livelihood
Taxi driver representatives have criticised Caerphilly Council’s licensing department for “inconsistencies” in vehicle checks.
Waste site development plans approved for Ystrad Mynach
Plans for a controversial waste transfer station in Ystrad Mynach have taken a step closer after councillors agreed to grant planning permission.
Caerphilly Council meeting besieged by groups of defiant protesters
Two groups of angry protesters demonstrated outside Caerphilly Council’s offices yesterday, July 22, as councillors attended a full council meeting.
Wheatsheaf Hotel in Caerphilly town given conditions on licence after review
A Caerphilly town pub has had its licence conditions reviewed after evidence of drug use and disrepair was found at the premises.
New Tredegar’s Winding House shortlisted for Telegraph’s national museum award
A Caerphilly County Borough museum has been shortlisted for a national award for being family friendly.