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Portrait released to mark opening of The Mad King opens at the RSC
The Game of Thrones spin-off The Mad King at the Royal Shakespeare Company has been penned by George RR Martin.
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Abuser who beat his ex-girlfriend told her 'you are not the pristine girl I want'
Abbas Mohammed was jailed for more than three years at Warwick Crown Court
Convicted gunman who shot Solihull biker found in Stratford hotel with cocaine and taser
J'jay Lawlor, who was convicted of shooting biker Liam Roberts in the arm in Chelmsley Wood, Solihull, was tracked down to the Crown Plaza Hotel in Stratford Upon Avon a week later, where police found cocaine worth £2,000 and a taser
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Nearly half of long-term jobless teenagers have special needs, government data shows - NATIONAL NEWS
New research indicates that a substantial proportion of young people who fall into prolonged unemployment have been diagnosed with conditions such as autism or
Midlands village marks 100 years since it gave birth to women's cricket
A small village not a million miles from here is at the centre of a landmark cricketing anniversary this month, as Colwall in Herefordshire celebrates 100 years
Warning after 134 deliberate fires started in Warwickshire this year
Firefighters attended these fires in the first six months of 2026.
The Finance Mistakes New Business Owners Make in Year One
Discover common year one financial mistakes for new business owners, from poor cash flow management to waiting too long to secure an unsecured business loan.
Burglars break into two homes in Kenilworth in the early hours of this morning (Friday)
Burglars broke into two homes in Kenilworth in the early hours of this morning (Friday August 7).
Honda driver with 11 outstanding speeding offences caught by police in Rugby
The driver of this Honda Civic has been caught in Rugby with 11 outstanding speeding offences.
Chiltern Railways seeks to halt enforcement action over Leamington station works
Chiltern Railways is hoping to halt council enforcement action, having removed historic oak doors from Leamington Spa’s Grade-II listed railway station.
FREE book launch in Coventry will see proceeds go to three local charities
The event will celebrate Coventry-based scholar and author Itoro Abigeal Oyewobi, who will launch three books simultaneously: My Ready Helper, The Prepared Teen
Woodbine Willie: The story of Warwickshire's own Hacksaw Ridge-style hero
Woodbine Willie won a Medal of Honour for searching shell holes for wounded men amid the horror of No Man's Land. Incredibly he not only saved his own side's soldiers, but helped wounded enemy soldiers too. This is his story.
Rugby's unsung heroes celebrated for their dedication and service
Outstanding individuals from Rugby were honoured at a celebration of people who dedicate themselves to improving life in the county.
Doctor allowed to provide 'cosmetic medical services' from his converted garage near Rugby
A Dunchurch doctor has been granted planning permission to provide “cosmetic medical services” from his converted garage despite a backlash from neighbours.
Warwick Mayor reflects on a busy first two months in the role
The Mayor of Warwick, Cllr Simon Pargeter, has had a busy first couple of months in the role and has praised the community for its efforts. Here are his thoughts on the past two months.
Coventry City's biggest money signings in their history
Carl Rushworth's £22.5m move from Brighton and Hove Albion this summer has become Coventry City's record transfer fee.
Police currently dealing with serious two-vehicle crash near Rugby
Police are currently dealing with a serious two-vehicle near Rugby.
Warwick charity shop to close after 40 years in the town
A charity shop in Warwick will be closing its doors for good after being in the town for 40 years.
Regional traffic news: Ageing bridge over M42 at Junction 6 set to be demolished and re-built
An ageing bridge over the M42 at Junction 6 which had to be closed to traffic is to be demolished and re-built.
Historic Warwick landmark teams up with pub to launch a new cafe championing local produce
A popular pub in Warwick has teaming up with of the town’s historic landmarks to launch a new cafe championing local produce.