A contentious quarry expansion in Gelligaer gets the go-ahead after a tied vote, despite over 100 objections from residents. Quarry Expansion Approved Despite Over 100 Resident Objections A quarry in Gelligaer will get bigger. The plan won approval despite many objections. Over one hundred residents protested the quarry extension. The Caerphilly Council heard arguments for…
Several drivers from Newport, Caerphilly, Cwmbran and Blackwood face charges including drunk driving and drug driving, with fines and bans issued. Court Cases Involve Newport, Caerphilly, Cwmbran and Blackwood Drivers Kieron Donovan, age 25, lives in Langstone, Newport. He drove with cocaine in his blood last August on the B4596 road. He pleaded guilty to…
RSPCA Cymru seeks the owner of seven horses found on Merthyr Common. Concerns grow for their welfare; public urged to help. RSPCA Appeal After Horses Found on Merthyr Common, Owner Sought Seven horses got moved from a common area, specifically Gelligaer and Merthyr Common. RSPCA Cymru is seeking assistance to identify the owner, as they…