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Passengers urged to check trains as West Midlands Railway introduces timetable changes

The changes come into force today - Sunday, May 17.

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Exhibition celebrating work of master potter

Cotswold auctioneers Kinghams are staging the exhibition from May 26 to 29.

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Scaling the heights with Mahler at Coventry Cathedral

Review Leamington Sinfonia and Choirs, Mahler’s 8th Symphony, Coventry Cathedral

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Eurovision 2026: Bulgaria wins, Britain shrugs as another bizarre contest descends into chaos

Europe crowned a new Eurovision champion on Saturday night as Bulgaria’s Dara stormed to victory with the absurdly catchy “Bangaranga”, while the United Kingdom

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Taking a musical journey around the world

Kosmos perform at Leamington's Spa Centre on May 20.

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

The tragic deaths in our area caused by alcohol as hundreds of people affected

Figures show North Warwickshire had the highest rate of alcohol-related deaths in the Coventry and Warwickshire area

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Not Coventry or Rugby, the place in our area where shoplifting rates are soaring

Shoplifting rates are falling in Coventry in line with general crime trends locally

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Warwickshire child sex offender jailed after thinking internet would mask crimes

Christopher Trezise was jailed for ten years and six months after being convicted of nine offences including making and distributing indecent images of a child

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Small steps to better mental health and wellbeing

residents are being encouraged to think about one thing they do – or could start doing – to look after their own wellbeing.

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New funding to better equip Warwickshire schools for SEND pupils

The funding will be used to improve safeguarding, accessibility, and SEND provision, with a focus on reducing travel times for vulnerable students

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Sculpture trail unveiled at historic south Warwickshire country estate

Coughton Court has partnered with the Oxford Sculptors Group to create the trail featuring 67 works.

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Rapist Alexander Jesus jailed for 10 years for 'devastating' Leamington attack

Alexander Jesus raped and sexually assaulted a woman in her home in Leamington in March 2024 and has been jailed for 10 years

WarwickshireWorld News

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'.

WarwickshireWorld News

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.

WarwickshireWorld News

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.

WarwickshireWorld News

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.

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Thief banned from shops after month-long crime spree in Nuneaton

Brandon Fisher was snared by CCTV

WarwickshireWorld News

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.

WarwickshireWorld News

Property Focus: Take a look inside this £1.25m home in Leamington dating back to the 1800s

A property in Leamington which was built in the 1800s has been put on the market.

WarwickshireWorld News

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.