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Drought declared in West Midlands after record low rain and exceptionally high temperatures
The Environment Agency has again stepped up its operational response, including enhanced monitoring and controlling how much water can be taken from rivers.
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Concerns grow for welfare of missing woman, 71, who has links to Rugby
Concerns are growing for the welfare of a missing 71-year-old woman who has links to Rugby.
The most stressful habits of New Zealand adults in 2026
Below is a list of the most stressful habits of young NZ people in 2026.
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Leamington care home residents ready to tuck in at food festival
Priors House in Blackdown is opening its doors to families and neighbours from 5pm until 7pm on Thursday August 6 to celebrate the nation’s shared love of great cuisine.
'Blatant' unauthorised extended traveller site on outskirts of Coventry set to be approved
It has been created without permission on Green Belt land
Farmers in Rugby borough can apply for free trees under campaign to create new wildlife habitats
Farmers in the Rugby borough can apply for free trees under a campaign which aims to create new wildlife habitats and support rural landscapes.
"To lose a child and not really know why is heartbreaking": Life-saving campaign in memory of much-loved young Rugby woman
The parents of a much-loved young woman from Rugby who died four days after collapsing at work, held an event in her memory on Tuesday.
CCTV images issued after man attacked in Stratford
Police said the man was assaulted on Ely Street
In Pictures: Warwick Folk Festival returns for its 46th year
The annual Warwick Folk Festival returned to the town last week for its 46th year.
Sessions for veterans to meet and talk to each other are being launched in Warwick
Sessions for veterans to meet and talk to each other are being launched in Warwick.
Drought officially declared across Coventry and Warwickshire by Environment Agency
There are now seven areas in England that are in flash drought
After months of delays, BOTH paddling pools in Warwick and Leamington are now open!
After months of delays, both paddling pools in Warwick and Leamington have re-opened today (Wednesday).
Paddling pools re-open at parks in Leamington and Warwick
The new-look pools at both Victoria Park in Leamington and St Nicholas Park in Warwick opened to the public today following the completion of final safety check
Unanimous backing for fight to save Healthwatch Warwickshire
Rival Warwickshire councillors have joined forces in an attempt to save a body that represents the public to NHS and care providers.
Acoustic panels end echoes at Southam Community Centre
Community groups have been keen to use the new building since it opened on Tiger Moth Drive in the new Flying Fields Estate in 2025.
Warwick Folk Festival review - Musical and natural wonders made this a festival to remember
Clive Peacock reviews the 2026 Warwick Folk Festival
Acoustic panels have already made a 'massive difference' at Southam Community Centre
Acoustic panels installed at the new Southam Community Centre have already made a "massive difference", according to the community.
The Air Ambulance Service launches £9million appeal for new base
Warwick and Leamington MP Matt Western is backing The Air Ambulance Service's Big Bases Appeal.
Firms back education shake-up to get more young people ready for work
Prime minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to offer students the opportunity to study more vocational subjects from the age of 14
Police in Rugby seize and scrap motorbike after rider caught for motoring offences
A motorcyclist has lost his wheels after police stopped him in Rugby in the early hours.