Plans for a controversial waste transfer station in Ystrad Mynach have taken a step closer after councillors agreed to grant planning permission.
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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.
South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s blog: July 16, 2015
In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.
Cost of Caerphilly Council pay scandal rises to £2.6m as suspended bosses await trial
The cost of the “unlawful” pay scandal at Caerphilly County Borough Council has topped £2.6m as three suspended bosses await trial.
Online guide launched for things to do in Caerphilly County Borough during summer holidays
The Gwent Association of Voluntary Organisations (GAVO) has produced an online summer guide of events taking place during the summer holidays.
Find out how to volunteer in the community at Blackwood event
People interested in volunteering can find out how to do so in their community at a special event being held on Saturday July 11.
Anger over ‘knee-jerk’ plan that could close Cefn Fforest Leisure Centre
A community has come together in defiance of the possible closure of their local leisure centre.
Blackwood beach party a success
An estimated 7,000 people visited Blackwood for the annual beach party on the weekend of June 27 and 28.