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Government decisions mean two-unitary plan in Warwickshire 'stands a good chance', says district council
Advocates of two new councils for north and south Warwickshire received a boost this week after the national government opted to create smaller unitaries in other areas.
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Here's what's happening in Warwick this weekend
This weekend there are several events and activities taking place in the town.
Kenilworth mayor gives merit awards to two people who contribute to the town
Kenilworth Mayor Cllr James Kennedy has given two Awards of Merit to two people in recognition for their contributions to the town.
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Henry V RSC review: Intriguing, intelligent – but lacking intensity
Peter Ormerod reviews Henry V, by William Shakespeare, presented by the RSC at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford
Why police helicopter was circling over Coventry and Bedworth
It was heard yesterday evening (March 26)
Warwick's historic Lord Leycester hosting range of activities during Easter holidays
The Lord Leycester in Warwick will be hosting a range of family activities over the Easter holidays.
Woman arrested after pedestrian dies following crash near Stratford
A woman has been arrested after a pedestrian died following a crash near Stratford.
Gathering welcomes Warwickshire Youth Council's new members
The event at Shire Hall in Warwick brought together youngsters representing communities from across the county.
Dump up the Jam, Peels on Wheels and Bin Appetit among winning names of Rugby's new food waste lorries
Dump up the Jam, Peels on Wheels and Bin Appetit are among the winning names of Rugby's new food waste lorries.
First SEND classroom in UK zoological setting to open at Woburn Safari Park
The first ever classroom in the country dedicated to children with special educational needs and disabilities within a zoological setting is set to open at Woburn Safari Park.
Three charged with Kenilworth murder set to reappear in court in May
All three appeared at Warwick Crown Court on Wednesday March 25 and were remanded to appear in court again on May 20.
Textile recycling collections temporarily suspended across south Warwickshire
The Salvation Army is Stratford District Council and Warwick District Council's current textiles offtaker.
Man jailed for raping and abducting 12-year-old schoolgirl in "horrific attack" near park in Nuneaton
A man who raped a 12 year old schoolgirl near a park in Nuneaton has been jailed for 15 years.
Warwickshire County Council: Submission made for single county-wide authority in shake-up
Warwickshire County Council has restated its case for a single county-wide unitary authority to replace the area’s six biggest councils from 2028.
Jailed: Man who forced his way into bathroom and raped 17-year-old girl in Stratford
A man who raped a 17-year-old girl in Stratford has been jailed for ten years.
Leamington Citizen of the Year left more than £80k to two charities in her will
A former Leamington Citizen of the Year left more than £80,000 to two charities in her will.
Pedestrian dies after collision with car in Stratford
A pedestrian has died after a collision with a car in Stratford-upon-Avon last night (Thursday).
“I know how long and frustrating traffic queues are": Rugby MP welcomes vital junction upgrade schemes after raising issues with ministers
Rugby MP John Slinger has welcomed the inclusion of two vital junction upgrade schemes in the Government’s road infrastructure strategy.
Cyclists called to get their fundraising wheels in motion for The Myton Hospices
The charity's annual Cycle Challenge takes place from Warwick Myton Hospice on Sunday August 2 and will feature three distances – 50km, 100km and 100 miles.
‘Significant’ cannabis factory with a value of over £1 million has been discovered in Lutterworth
A "significant" cannabis factory with a value of over £1 million has been discovered in Lutterworth.