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SQUASH - Kenilworth's Sarah-Jane Perry awarded OBE for services to sport

Perry received the honour for her services to squash and started her career in the sport at Kenilworth Tennis, Squash and Croquet Club.

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The Leamington Observer

Check before recycling Christmas decorations

"We had to stop the facility for hours to untangle fairy lights from the recycling equipment, which had caused blockages."

WarwickshireWorld News

Night shelter in Leamington appeals for sleeping bag donations

The team at a night shelter in Leamington has issued an appeal for donations of sleeping bags.

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WarwickshireWorld News

Boy, 14, charged in connection with multiple burglaries in just one day across Leamington and Warwick

A 14-year-old boy from Warwick has been charged with eight offences after police responded to multiple burglaries yesterday (Thursday January 1).

The Leamington Observer

FOOTBALL - Festive wins lift Racing Club Warwick into play-off places

A 2-1 derby win away at Rugby Borough at Kilsby Lane on New Year's Day helped the club rise to fifth in the Northern Premier League Midlands table.

WarwickshireWorld News

Plans revealed for new 58-bed 'village-style' care home in Leamington

A planning application to open a new 58-bed care home in Leamington has been revealed.

The Leamington Observer

New year, fresh habits - Popular £2 dog food offer ends this week.

The Just for Perks, which has been running in store nationwide, allows customers who purchase their usual raw or dry dog food to buy 320g packs of Years.

WarwickshireWorld News

King's New Year Honours 2026: Recognition for Hillmorton man who attended ancient ceremony for 85 years

A Hillmorton man has been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours 2026 for his services to the community.

WarwickshireWorld News

Warwickshire residents' council tax bill could increase to fund policing budget - here's how to have your say

Residents in Warwickshire could face a council tax increase to help fund the policing budget in the county.

WarwickshireWorld News

Warwickshire Police warn motorists of icy roads amid “increase in collisions” today

Warwickshire Police have warned motorists about icy roads throughout the county this morning (Friday January 2).

WarwickshireWorld News

Warwick mosaic created by women in art therapy sessions reflects themes of generosity, connection and belonging

A mosaic that was created by women attending art therapy sessions in Warwick has been officially unveiled.

The Leamington Observer

HS2 getting back on track

Chief executive Mark Wild said HS2 had made significant headway above and below ground throughout 2025.

The Leamington Observer

FOOTBALL - Paul Holleran resigns as Leamington manager after remarkable 16-year spell in charge of club

Holleran took charge of 789 games in a spell which lasted a staggering 5,893 days following his appointment in November 2009.

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Everything we know about year-long A5 roadworks starting today

Roadworks set to last almost a year are starting today (January 2) on the A5

The Leamington Observer

Top 5 books hitting the shelves in 2026

There is nothing better than knowing you’re only months away from getting your hands on a story you’ve been waiting for. 

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Firearms and dogs unit in Ford Focus chase as it 'travelled the wrong way' down A46

Response and the roads policing team were also involved in the operation

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

The two times gritters will be out in Warwickshire tonight 'before snow arrives'

The Met Office has put a yellow alert for snow and ice in place for 12 hours

The Leamington Observer

Warwick District Council wants your views

The council has launched two short surveys asking residents to help with prioritising its budget setting for 202.

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Met Office snow map shows exactly when hail and wintry showers will hit Coventry

It comes as 12 hour yellow alert is set to come into force

The Leamington Observer

What's on the menu for dining trends in 2026

OpenTable has revealed its annual Top 100 Restaurants in the UK list alongside its 2026 dining trends