In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.
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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.
Redrow submits application to Caerphilly Council to build 260 homes in Hendredenny
Plans to build 260 houses in Hendredenny have been submitted despite developer Redrow not owning a crucial bit of access land.
Residents discuss cuts and services at Morgan Jones ward meeting
Morgan Jones residents have had their say on Caerphilly County Borough Council’s budget at a public meeting on July 2.
Free child car seat testing available in Caerphilly and Bargoed
Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Trading Standards department are offering parents and carers the chance to have their child car seats safety tested at an event this week.
Machen Agricultural Show returns this weekend
The annual Machen Agricultural Show takes place on Saturday July 4, featuring the Donkey Derby, falconry and a vintage machine display.