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The Leamington Observer

Britain’s youth unemployment rises above Spain and Greece, new figures show - NATIONAL NEWS

Analysis by the Resolution Foundation found that more than 900,000 people aged 18 to 24 were not in employment, education or training last year...

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WarwickshireWorld News

Pride or prejudice? Opinions divided over large number of flags on lampposts in Southam

Editor Phil Hibble spoke to residents in Southam about the large number of flags that have been appearing on lampposts in their town.

WarwickshireWorld News

Stratford District Council leader insists cabinet member has no case to answer over secret recordings

Straford-on-Avon District Council leader Susan Juned believes the cabinet member who used secret recordings against political rivals has no case to answer – but a formal complaint could still land.

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WarwickshireWorld News

Police seize three untaxed cars after complaints from fed-up Rugby residents

Police seized three untaxed cars in Rugby after a number of complaints from fed-up residents.

WarwickshireWorld News

Farm retreat near Kenilworth helping people with special needs has been selected as law firm's chosen charity

A farm retreat near Kenilworth which helps children and adults with special needs has been selected as a law firm's chosen charity.

The Leamington Observer

Awards aim to give a boost to those helping to advance animal welfare

“We want to shine a spotlight on these inspiring efforts and encourage all public bodies to take part - to show they are there for every kind."

WarwickshireWorld News

Kenilworth resident launches support group to help people living with Crohn’s and colitis

A resident in Kenilworth has launched a support group for anyone who has Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.

The Leamington Observer

Hall's Croft in Stratford placed on Historic England's Heritage at Risk Register

Its custodian The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust said this was an important step in meeting the scale of the conservation challenge that the building faces.

The Leamington Observer

PICTURE SPECIAL: Shakespeare celebrates his 462nd birthday in Stratford

The Shakespeare Birthday Celebrations transformed the town into a centre of pomp and pageatry once again for a packed-programme of events.

WarwickshireWorld News

Community invited to attend Warwick's new peace festival - and organisers are keen for young people to be involved

The community is being invited to attend a new peace festival which is being held in Warwick.

WarwickshireWorld News

"Bring back A&E at St Cross": Health pledge from Rugby Conservatives ahead of local elections

“Our focus is simple: delivering on the priorities of Rugby residents”. Here’s the election manifesto from Rugby Conservatives...

The Leamington Observer

Grants available for voluntary organisations in Warwick district

The grants are intended to support the work these groups do to strengthen communities, improve wellbeing and address challenges such as financial hardship, isolation and access to support services.

WarwickshireWorld News

In pictures: wild runners take on The Wolf Run near Leamington

The first Wolf Run event of the year kicked off in style over the weekend (Saturday and Sunday April 25 and 26), as thousands of runners descended on Offchurch near Leamington to take on Spring Wolf.

WarwickshireWorld News

"This is the right time": Long-serving county councillor from Rugby stands down as party group leader

Much-respected Rugby councillor Jerry Roodhouse has announced he is standing down as leader of the Liberal Democrat Group at Warwickshire County Council.

WarwickshireWorld News

The circus is coming to Bishop's Itchington - thanks to a Warwick man's mission to repay local hospitals for their care during cancer treatment

A man from Warwick is on a mission to help repay two hospital wards for their care during his cancer treatment – by bringing the circus to south Warwickshire.

The Leamington Observer

Pressure grows on Starmer after civil service chief contradicts No 10 over Mandelson appointment - NATIONAL NEWS

Fresh questions have been raised over the Government’s handling of a key diplomatic appointment, after a senior civil servant said he was told “to get on with”

The Leamington Observer

Teenager turning 16? Don't miss out on Child Benefit

Parents of teenagers starting qualifying further education or training courses must extend their Child Benefit claim by 31 August.

WarwickshireWorld News

Stratford District Council: Panel chair quits having worked with “one hand tied behind back”

The long-serving chair of a panel that oversees Stratford-on-Avon District Council’s work has stood down alleging it was like working with “one hand tied behind your back”.

WarwickshireWorld News

Absolutely fabulous philanthropist: Meet the Rugby charity champion who is on a mission to change lives

Rugby charity champion Natalie Horrex is a great example of what is good in the world.

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Driver caught in Coventry forced to walk after being caught with no UK licence

There were more than half a dozen cars taken off the streets by traffic officers