Blackwood12 May 2025Father tried to save son before Australia drowningRobin Reed and his son Owen were swept out to sea at a popular tourist beach in Queensland.12 May 20254 May 2025Cyclist completes 'dream' ride across the worldNathan Hurley has ridden 16,250 miles (26,000km) across 26 countries from Wales to Australia.4 May 202516 Apr 2025Couple trapped on balcony as hotel goes up in flamesCherie and Sean were left saying their "goodbyes" as part of a group of tourists trapped for hours. 16 Apr 202517 Mar 2025Eight men deny violence over barber shop 'turf war'Police were called after an alleged disagreement about a new barber shop potentially opening.17 Mar 202517 Feb 2025Seven men in court over 'barber shop turf war'It related to a disagreement about a new barber's shop potentially opening, the court heard.17 Feb 202515 Feb 2025Seven charged after violent disorder in two townsAn eighth man, who was arrested on suspicion of violent disorder, is in hospital, Gwent Police say.15 Feb 202514 Feb 2025Eight arrested after violent disorder in two townsParamedics attended incidents in Blackwood and Newbridge, and the eight men are being questioned.14 Feb 202513 Feb 2025Unexplained death investigation after disturbanceA 39-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder, but released with no more action to be taken.13 Feb 20259 Jan 2025Iconic music venue to be saved after funding grantCaerphilly Council has reversed plans to shut Blackwood Miners' Institute. 9 Jan 2025...