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The Leamington Observer

It's Shakespeare's Birthday - a pint with the Bard on, rather than a pint on the Bard

The Coach House on Rother Street is marking the big day by placing the playwright's picture on pints.

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The Leamington Observer

Respected long-serving county councillor steps down as party group leader

Coun Jerry Roodhouse has announced that he is standing down as Leader of the Liberal Democrat Group at the council, with Coun Sarah Boad elected to succeed him

WarwickshireWorld News

Property Focus: Take a look inside this £1.6m Victorian home in Leamington

A six-bed Victorian home in Leamington has been put on the market.

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WarwickshireWorld News

230 homes planned for Lutterworth as residents say ‘it can’t cope’

Plans for a new 230-home development have emerged, but residents say Lutterworth is “already struggling” and “can’t cope” with more housing.

WarwickshireWorld News

Police want to thank woman who helped track down suspects in Rugby burglary

Police want to find the woman who helped them identify two suspects in a Rugby burglary this week.

WarwickshireWorld News

Dog walkers and cyclists unite to clean up bike trails in Leamington

Dog walkers and cyclists in Leamington have joined forces to clean up an area over which some of them were divided just a few years ago.

WarwickshireWorld News

Two people arrested as part of Leamington river murder investigation

Police have arrested two people as part of the ongoing murder investigation which was launched after a man’s body was found in the River Leam in Leamington last week.

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Murder arrest made after man found dead in Warwickshire river

Police have arrested a man and a woman in connection with the death of Adam Lucas

The Leamington Observer

Two people arrested following man's death in Leamington

Warwickshire Police were called after a man was found in the river in Victoria Park on Wednesday April 15.

WarwickshireWorld News

High praise for the Warwickshire firefighters who also help bring people back home from hospital

Firefighters do a great job in our district – but did you know that they also help bring people back home from hospital?

WarwickshireWorld News

Popular Beer, Gin and Cider Fayre returning to historic Warwick landmark

A popular Beer, Gin and Cider Fayre will be returning to the town next month.

The Leamington Observer

Shakespeare takes centre stage in Parliament

The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust hosted a special event on Wednesday April 22 showcasing ten objects from its world class collection.

WarwickshireWorld News

Leamington food psychologist shortlisted for national book award for his first book

A food psychologist from Leamington has been shortlisted for a national book award for his first book.

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Police hunt bogus car buyer as stolen VW used in crimes across Coventry

Police said the VW has been linked to criminal activity across Coventry and Warwickshire

WarwickshireWorld News

Leamington HR firm has been nominated for two national awards this year

A Leamington HR consultancy which was founded just over a year ago has been nominated for two national awards this year.

The Leamington Observer

Scout's spring display brightens up the Art Box in Leamington

Members of 4th Leamington (St Marks) Scout Group created a colourful display of 2D and 3D work while working towards their art badge.

WarwickshireWorld News

Warwickshire Police could be a prime candidate for merger

The politician who oversees Warwickshire Police has acknowledged that the force is a prime candidate for government-planned mergers.

WarwickshireWorld News

Major rail disruptions in Rugby after person hit by train

Rail services in Rugby have been delayed this afternoon (April 23) after a person was hit by a train.

WarwickshireWorld News

Warwick charity moving to a new site - and it's hosting an event to help create a new art therapy room

A charity in Warwick will be moving to a new site in the town - and it's hosting an event to help create its new art therapy room.

WarwickshireWorld News

Warwick Castle announces new live stunt show featuring Vikings

Warwick Castle has announced a new live stunt show which will feature Vikings.