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Users of so-called ‘tier two’ libraries in Caerphilly County Borough have been reassured they will not have services cut in favour of larger hubs.
An adviser leading Wales' efforts to tackle violence against women has been reappointed to the key Welsh Government role.
In her latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Gwent's police and crime commissioner, Jane Mudd, discusses efforts to tackle crime and antisocial behaviour over the summer months.
Gerwyn Price was knocked out of the darts World Matchplay in the quarter-finals - but he's climbed the PDC Order of Merit.
A five-bedroom house in Risca could be converted into a HMO. Plans submitted to Caerphilly County Borough Council show applicant Jaman Hussain could accommodate “up to ten” people at 75 St Mary Street ...
A former bank building in Blackwood could be turned into ten “high-quality” flats. Barclays closed its High Street branch in 2024, although staff have gone on to provide some services at the town’s ...
A decision on cuts to bin rounds in Caerphilly County Borough is expected in the coming days. The council has proposed reducing its collections of non-recyclable waste from a fortnightly to a ...
Human rights experts called for a ban on the “traumatising” use of Tasers against children by police, warning the “unacceptable” use of force runs contrary to children’s rights. Rhian Croke, of the ...
Caerphilly County Borough Council has agreed to use a new system to purchase social care services. The local authority will use £141,500 from its social services reserve fund to cover the ...
Trading standards officers seized goods worth £6.5 million in Newport last year, during crackdowns on illicit tobacco, vapes and counterfeit items.
“Dreaded but persistent inflation” is partly to blame after the budget of a Caerphilly school project increased by nearly £3 million.
Newport City Council is expected to revert 14 roads back to higher 30mph speed limits following a review.