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BBC Loses Over Half a Million Licence Fee Payers Following Scandals - NATIONAL NEWS

The number of households paying the BBC licence fee has dropped by 539,000 over the past year, according to the corporation's newly published annual report...

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The Leamington Observer

Juggling act for gangster on the run in classic comedy at Loft Theatre

One Man, Two Guvnors runs at Leamington's Loft Theatre from July 15 to 25.

WarwickshireWorld News

Families across the Rugby Borough invited to free water safety day as summer holidays begin

Families across the Rugby Borough are being encouraged to kick-start the school summer holidays by attending a free community water safety day in support of World Drowning Prevention Day.

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New £2.4 million food store opens on former Second World War airfield in Southam

A new £2.4 million food store built on a former Second World War RAF airfield in Southam has got off to a flying start after its doors opened to the public for the first time.

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Rugby Rotary and Lions Clubs team up with councillors to host charity quiz night also raising funds for prostate cancer testing

Two clubs in Rugby have teamed up to host a charity quiz night which is also raising funds towards prostate cancer testing in the town.

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Police appeal for new information in Leamington murder investigation

The detective leading the investigation into a Leamington man’s death is appealing for anyone with new information to come forward.

The Leamington Observer

New £2.4m food store built on former WW2 airfield gets off to flying start

Hundreds of shoppers attended the launch on July 11 in the heart of Southam’s Flying Fields development.

The Leamington Observer

Electric Car Drivers Face New Mileage Tax, Including Trips Abroad - NATIONAL NEWS

Motorists who drive electric vehicles will be charged a new tax based on how far they travel, including journeys taken outside the UK, under government plans...

The Leamington Observer

Investigation continues after a body was found in the river in Leamington

The body of Adam Lucas was recovered from the river in Victoria Park on Wednesday April 15.

WarwickshireWorld News

In Pictures: Warwick community gathers to watch Wimbledon games on the big screen

The community in Warwick gathered together at the weekend to watch Wimbledon games on a big screen in the town centre.

The Leamington Observer

Dangerous driver jailed after fleeing country seven years ago following fatal crash

Romanian national Raul Fedeles has been jailed for six-and-a-half years

The Leamington Observer

Family-friendly art trail to launch in Kenilworth

Kenilworth Art Society is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and is launching a specially-designed trail for people to follow.

The Leamington Observer

New booking system for Warwickshire recycling centres

The new tailored "hybrid" approach from Monday July 20 will see booking requirements vary depending on the specific location.

The Leamington Observer

Challenge Real Players in Pusoy Dos Online on GZone

Challenge real players in Pusoy Dos online on GZone, sharpen your strategy, enjoy competitive matches, and experience classic Filipino card fun.

The Leamington Observer

Creating Healthy Family Traditions Without Alcohol: Top Tips

Family traditions help shape some of our most treasured memories.

WarwickshireWorld News

Warwickshire County Council: New cameras to catch motorists making banned moves set to bring in £220,000 a year

Warwickshire County Council is set to install six sets of cameras to catch and fine motorists making banned manoeuvres as part of plans to pull in £220,000 per year.

The Leamington Observer

Widdecombe killing now treated as terrorism as specialist officers take charge - NATIONAL NEWS

Counter-terrorism detectives have taken over the investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe after new evidence emerged, police announced on Monday.

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Cuts to Warwickshire County Council’s home-to-school transport set for sign-off

Cuts to Warwickshire County Council’s home-to-school transport are set to be approved this week – but the expected savings are limited to £608,000.

The Leamington Observer

Artist's visit inspired new exhibition at Compton Verney

Marx visited Compton Verney when it was being transformed into an art gallery and she donated the English folk art she had built over decades.

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Warwick community thanked for 'incredible Wimbledon weekend'

The community in Warwick has been thanked for an ‘incredible Wimbledon weekend’.