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Tag: coronavirus

Care worker who stepped in to run care home during pandemic awarded

Friday, November 11, 2022Friday, November 11, 2022

As the pandemic raged, 49-year-old Katherine Shorney shouldered the burden of responsibility and took charge of a 45-resident care home.

Cafe named one of the best in the UK

Thursday, November 3, 2022Thursday, November 3, 2022

The Plaza Cafe in Blackwood has been named one of the best in the UK, winning a Good Food Award.

Welsh Government taking steps to boost vaccine uptake across Wales

Wednesday, October 26, 2022Wednesday, October 18, 2023

A simplified booking system and digital vaccination records are among the changes set out in a new plan to boost vaccine uptake across Wales.

“It’s something to look forward to each week” – OAP Society back after Covid

Monday, October 10, 2022Monday, October 10, 2022

During the pandemic, the Caerphilly Old Age Pensioners Society was forced to cancel its regular meet-ups and events. But in June this year, the society began meeting again.

Award-winning tennis club with more than 400 members shares secret to success

Thursday, September 22, 2022Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Caerphilly Tennis Club’s growth has accelerated post-pandemic thanks to the tireless efforts made by its award winning head coach, Jonathan Morgan.

Autumn Covid booster jab rollout begins

Thursday, September 1, 2022Wednesday, October 18, 2023

This autumn’s Covid booster vaccines are now being rolled out, with care home residents and staff becoming the first to receive the jab.

Invites for autumn Covid booster jabs will start being sent out this week

Tuesday, August 16, 2022Wednesday, October 18, 2023

The booster vaccine rollout will begin at the start of September, the Welsh Government has confirmed.

Bedwellty Show returns this month after pandemic hiatus

Tuesday, August 9, 2022Tuesday, August 9, 2022

The family-friendly event will have livestock, horse exhibits, vintage car and tractor displays, trade stands, craft stalls and more.

Day centre users to be asked for their views as part of council review

Wednesday, July 27, 2022Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Consultants Hugh Irwin Associates, known as HiCo, have been commissioned by the council to undertake the “values-based” review.

Covid and new legislation blamed for council house repair delays

Tuesday, July 26, 2022Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Nearly 40% of council homes which are on the waiting list for repairs are behind target.

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