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Is stray dog surge in Stratford district a result of Covid pet boom?

The boom in households having pets during Covid lockdowns is being suggested as a reason for a spike in stray dogs across Stratford district.

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The Leamington Observer

COLUMN: MP Matt Western discusses the UK's position on Iran

The situation has continued to escalate, with the US and Israel carrying out further strikes in Iran and Iran launching attacks of its own against neighbouring countries in the Gulf.

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Cubbington Silver Band crowned Midlands Champions after 11-year wait

Cubbington Silver Band has returned to winning form after being crowned the Midlands Area Champion Band in the Fourth Section of the National Brass Band Championships.

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Stolen car crashes in Warwick after police chase - Kenilworth man arrested

A man from Kenilworth has been arrested following a police chase, which ended in a crash in Warwick.

The Leamington Observer

Rail passengers encouraged to make small talk and help save lives

"A brief chat, about the weather, or asking someone where they can grab a coffee, can be all it takes to interrupt those negative thoughts."

The Leamington Observer

Businesses in region braced for cost of war

The latest British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) economic forecast suggests subdued growth in 2026, higher inflation due to the Middle East crisis.

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Explained - How the Conservatives will decide the fate of Reform UK leader George Finch at Warwickshire County Council

Nine Conservative councillors hold the future of Warwickshire County Council in their hands after rival parties declared their positions on the future of leader George Finch.

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Dangerous driver who caused death of Wellesbourne man is jailed for more than three years

A 21-year-old Warwickshire man has been jailed for more than three years after admitting to causing the death of a Wellesbourne pensioner through dangerous driving.

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Young driver who killed pensioner in head-on crash claimed he 'fell asleep'

It happened as he failed to negotiate a sweeping left hand bend, crossing into the path of his victim's car

The Leamington Observer

Our sub-editor in the running for publishing deal with his debut novel Heathens

Max Hall is hoping readers will give his book a go and the votes which could help him land a £50,000 publishing deal.

The Leamington Observer

Young driver jailed for causing fatal collision near Charlecote

James David Beames, aged 21 from Lower Quinton, has been jailed for more than three years after admitting causing the death of 74 year-old John Edward Nutt.

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Deputy sets out Reform UK stance on challenge to George Finch's leadership at Warwickshire County Council

The deputy leader of Warwickshire County Council insists Reform UK councillors will stand by under-fire leader George Finch despite admitting that he “says some things he shouldn’t say”.

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E-Scooter riding burglar stole booze and cash from Leamington business

A burglar stole alcohol and cash from an indepedent Leamington business in the early hours of Sunday morning (March 8).

The Leamington Observer

Boxer Lewis Williams steps back into the fundraising ring for The Myton Hospices

Lewis Williams has signed up for a new challenge this year to raise another £20,000 for the charity close to his heart.

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Owners of Warwick restaurant and hotel submit plans for work during major refurbishment project

The owners of a restaurant and hotel in Warwick, which is currently undergoing a major refurbishment, have submitted plans for internal and external work as part of the project.

The Leamington Observer

How to Choose an Online Casino When You’re Playing on a Small Budget

That is why choosing an online casino on a small budget should be treated like a consumer decision, not an impulse buy

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Exact time 46mph winds to hit Coventry today

It comes as the weather is set to turn colder - and frostier

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Victim speaks out after Warwick man is given suspended sentence for attacking her

The female victim of a Warwick man, who has been given a suspended prison sentence after he admitted to attacking her, has spoken out about the “lasting impact” it has had on her life.

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"Bomb disposal raced over and found one of the shells was live": Rugby Police share details of explosives incident

Rugby Police officers have revealed details about the moment they realised they were dealing with unexploded World War II shells during an incident last week.

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Warwickshire College Group gets government 'Notice to Improve' lifted after improving its financial position

The Warwickshire College Group (WCG) has had the government’s 'notice to improve' lifted after the group improved its financial position.