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Rugby Borough Council local election results as no overall control and future to be decided
The political future of Rugby Borough Council is set to be decided in the coming days after local elections saw Reform UK win three seats and leave no party in overall control.
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Rugby Borough Council elections - Traditional parties largely head off Reform UK’s surge
The future of Rugby Borough Council will be thrashed out over the next few days after traditional parties largely headed off Reform UK’s surge.
Public health warning asks Warwick district residents to dispose of needles safely
A public health message for residents of the Warwick district today (Friday May 8) has asked them to dispose of needles and clinical sharps safely after an increase in cases of them being found in household waste and recycling bins.
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Here's what's happening in Warwick this weekend
This weekend there are several events and activities taking place in the town.
Celebrate Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday with Acts of Kindness
AN ANIMAL charity is calling on residents to carry out an act of kindness in honour of Sir David Attenborough.
Nicholas Crane takes a stroll through history at Stratford Literary Festival
Review - Nicholas Crane, Stratford Literary Festival.
The Myton Hospices urges conversations during Dying Matters Awareness Week
People across the UK are being encouraged to talk more openly about death and dying.
How To Pick a Winning Slot Machine and Avoid Mistakes
Understanding How Slot Machines Really Work Beyond the Myths
VE Day 81, Britain Must Never Forget the Generation That Saved Freedom
Eighty one years on from victory in Europe, we honour the courage, sacrifice, and unbreakable spirit that saved freedom and changed the course of history.
Wimbledon finals to be show in big screen in Warwick town centre
The Wimbledon finals are set to be show on a big screen in Warwick town centre this summer.
Online Casino VIP Programs Provide Exclusive Cashback Rates and Personal Account Managers
VIP programs did not always feel this structured. At one point, they were closer to loose reward systems, a few perks here and there, nothing particularly defined. That has changed.
Lib Dem candidate wins by election for Bishops Itchington, Fenny Compton and Napton ward
Liberal Democrat candidate Jake Bevan has won the by-election for the Bishops Itchington, Fenny Compton and Napton Ward of Stratford-on-Avon District Council which took place yesterday (Thursday May 7).
FOOTBALL - Mass exodus at Leamington as 10 players released following relegation
The Brakes suffered relegation from the National League North at the end of a difficult 2025/26 season.
Green light for shared use path across Kenilworth's Abbey Fields
The proposals, approved by Warwick District Council's Cabinet on Thursday (April 29), were put together following public consultation with park visitors and residents.
Outstanding Rugby volunteer put through paces to win award for life-saving skills
A teenage volunteer from Rugby has been recognised for oustanding life-saving skills.
Reform Surges Ahead as Labour Suffers Heavy Losses in Local Elections - NATIONAL NEWS
Nigel Farage’s Reform UK has made major gains in England’s local elections, piling pressure on both Labour and the Conservatives as more than a fifth of seats
Concerns raised over ongoing foul smelling water leak in Warwick town centre
Concerns have been raised about an ongoing foul smelling water leak in one of Warwick’s main thoroughfares through the town.
Raiders use sledgehammer to attempt to break into Radford Semele village shop
They broke the glass pane of the door in order to try and gain entry at 4.30am on Wednesday May 6 but made off in a white vehicle after being disturbed by the owners of the store.
Win tickets to BBC Gardeners’ World Live and Good Food Show Summer 2026
BBC Gardeners’ World Live and Good Food Show Summer are set to return to NEC Birmingham with more to see, taste and discover than ever before from Thursday, June 18, to Sunday, June 21 – and we’ve got five pairs of tickets to give away!
Hunt for woman after two men assaulted in Leamington Spa
Police are searching for a woman after two men reported being sexually assaulted in Leamington Spa