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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.
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
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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
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
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.
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
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.
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
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'.
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.
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.
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.
Thief banned from shops after month-long crime spree in Nuneaton
Brandon Fisher was snared by CCTV
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.
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.
Nominate your best butterfly to help group find nation's favourite flutterer
People can choose any of their garden visitors such as the red admiral or holly blue or rarities such as the duke of Burgundy or the mighty purple emperor.
South Warwickshire whisky scoops awards double
Cotswolds Distillery, located in the village of Stourton near Shipston, won three awards at the English Whisky Awards.
New chapter as popular Rugby town centre pub reopens its doors after £350,000 upgrade
A popular Rugby town centre pub reopened its doors this week following a huge £350,000 upgrade.
Leamington Town Council elects new Mayor and Deputy Mayor
Long serving town councillor Sarah Boad has been elected as the new Mayor of Leamington for 2026/27.