A man’s obsessive emails, violating a restraining order, led to his ex wife suffering acute mental distress. Relentless Harassment Pushed Ex Wife Into Severe ‘Dark Depression’ David Rowlands, 43, was in court on February 14. He’s from Oaks End Close in Caerphilly. He spammed his ex-wife with unwanted emails, telling her he loved her and…
Locals fear traffic, flooding, and damage to a Roman fort due to new housing developments in Penpedairheol. Residents Voice Concerns Over Caerphilly Council LDP Housing Plans People in Penpedairheol are worried about new homes. The homes could come from a council planning strategy. Over one hundred people met at Cascade Centre. They talked about the…
A new community hub is set to open in Bryn Aber, offering local services and activities for residents. Bryn Aber to Get New Community Hub for Local Residents A new hub is coming to Bryn Aber in Abertridwr. Residents will benefit from this new community space. The hub should open later this year. United Welsh…
Recent court cases: Traffic offenses, unlicensed TV use, and vehicle license violations in Newport, Tredegar, Caldicot and Caerphilly Newport Tredegar Caldicot Caerphilly in Court: Recent Cases Overview Benjamin McCoy-Hontebeyrie is 18 and lives on Ridgeway Avenue in Newport. He must pay £265, which covers a fine, costs, and a surcharge. He failed to obey traffic…
Jordan Crewe, 27, jailed for assault and controlling behavior towards his ex girlfriend in Caerphilly, leading to suicide attempt. Caerphilly Man Jailed for Violent Attacks on Ex Girlfriend Jordan Crewe, age 27, hurt his girlfriend. His actions led her to attempt suicide. This happened during their relationship, where he controlled her life a lot. He…
Rhondda Cynon Taf Council delays Starbucks drive-thru with EV charging. Residents voice concerns over need and impact. Starbucks Drive Thru Plan Paused by Rhondda Cynon Taf Council A new Starbucks drive-thru faces delays. It would have fast electric vehicle charging. Councillors in Rhondda Cynon Taf put it on hold. The plan is for land near…
Council rethinks transport cuts after public feedback, exempting primary students. Changes now affect secondary students only. Caerphilly Council Reconsiders School Transport Cuts After Feedback Caerphilly schools will see school transport changes. Primary school students are now exempt from these cuts. The council decided this after public feedback. Changes will only affect secondary-school students now. Free…
Caerphilly shop’s request for midnight alcohol sales is denied due to concerns from health officials and the local committee. 8 Til Late Alcohol Sales Extension Denied Due to Local Concerns A Caerphilly shop can’t sell alcohol past 11 PM. The shop, ‘8 Til Late,’ wanted to sell booze until midnight. This request was denied because…
Caerphilly Council aims to build 2,700 more homes to meet the increasing demand by 2035. Caerphilly Needs 2,700 Homes To Satisfy Expected Population Growth The council plans to build thousands of new homes. A new Local Development Plan guides this housebuilding, potentially including 2,778 homes. This meets the expected demand for housing. Local Development Plans…
David Rowlands jailed 18 months for harassing his ex-wife, defying court orders and causing her significant distress. Caerphilly Man Jailed for Relentless Harassment of Ex Wife David Rowlands, 43, went to court on February 14. He had sent unwanted emails to his ex-wife, telling her he loved her and wished to see her. A court…