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Fly-tippers dump tree in the middle of road near Lutterworth
Fly-tippers who dumped a tree in the middle of a country road near Lutterworth have been told by the council 'we will make you pay for what you have done'.
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Warwickshire County Council leader insists 'no hold-up' despite delay to naming his cabinet
Leader George Finch insists “there is no hold-up” despite delaying the scheduled announcement of Warwickshire County Council’s cabinet.
Warwickshire County Council's equalities service funding set to be axed
A plan to entirely axe Warwickshire County Council's funding of a county-wide equalities service is to be set in motion next month.
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Southam councillor sorry over secret recording row - but no apology from leader over double error
A senior councillor has apologised for obtaining covert recordings of political opponents – but his leader stopped short of a sorry in her correction of two untrue statements.
Thief banned from shops after month-long crime spree in Nuneaton
Brandon Fisher was snared by CCTV
In pictures: Meet this year's Leamington Mayor's Award winners
Outstanding volunteers and organisations have been formally recognised at the Leamington Mayor’s Awards, celebrating their exceptional dedication and service to the community.
No opening date in sight for Leamington and Warwick paddling pool
No official opening date has been given for the paddling pools in Leamington and Warwick.
Nominate your best butterfly to help group find nation's favourite flutterer
People can choose any of their garden visitors such as the red admiral or holly blue or rarities such as the duke of Burgundy or the mighty purple emperor.
South Warwickshire whisky scoops awards double
Cotswolds Distillery, located in the village of Stourton near Shipston, won three awards at the English Whisky Awards.
New chapter as popular Rugby town centre pub reopens its doors after £350,000 upgrade
A popular Rugby town centre pub reopened its doors this week following a huge £350,000 upgrade.
Leamington Town Council elects new Mayor and Deputy Mayor
Long serving town councillor Sarah Boad has been elected as the new Mayor of Leamington for 2026/27.
Controversial plans for solar farm near Leamington are given green light by planning inspector after appeal
Controversial plans to build a large solar farm in the countryside to the south-east of Leamington have been given the green light by a Government planning inspector following an appeal against an earlier decision to reject the scheme.
Team gear up for 24 workouts in 24 hours at Rugby gym to help hospice
A 24-hour charity challenge will put people through their paces at a Rugby gym.
Warwick Castle features on new set of Royal Mail stamps
The castle is one of eight to feature on a new set of stamps celebrating the architectural brilliance of castles from across the UK.
Concerns raised about vulnerable residents in Warwick being targeted by 'burglary gang'
Concerns have been raised about vulnerable residents being targeted by a ‘burglary gang’ in Warwick.
Traffic news: Delays expected as massive 81-metre-long vehicle travels through Rugby and Midlands
Traffic delays are expected as a massive 81-metre-long vehicle travels through Rugby and the Midlands this weekend.
Children in care across Warwickshire attend circus-themed Brothers and Sisters Day in Warwick
Children and young people in care across Warwickshire attended a circus-themed Brothers and Sisters Day in Warwick.
FOOTBALL - Leamington and Racing Club Warwick to play in same division in 2026/27 season
The two clubs endured contrasting seasons in 2025/26 as Leamington suffered relegation while the Racers achieved promotion.
£80 million cash boost for social care and health support in Warwickshire
Members of Warwickshire County Council's Cabinet gave the huge cash injection the go-ahead at a meeting this week.
Makerfield MP quits to pave way for Andy Burnham’s bid to become Prime Minister - NATIONAL NEWS
Josh Simons has announced he will step down as MP for Makerfield in Wigan, paving the way for Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to return to Parliament...