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Thousands of England Fans Descend on Dallas as Three Lions Begin World Cup Quest - NATIONAL NEWS

England's long-awaited 2026 World Cup campaign finally gets under way on Wednesday as the Three Lions face Croatia in Dallas, six days after the tournament...

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New McDonald’s opens in Lutterworth - creating 70 new jobs

A new McDonald’s has opened in Lutterworth, with 70 jobs set to be created.

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Myton Hospices's GP Information Clinics in the running for two more awards

The charity has been shortlisted as a finalist in two categories at the national Palliative and End of Life Care Awards.

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Leamington Police make unusual request for masked man to help them with attempted burglary investigation

In what is an unusual request, Leamington Police have asked a masked man, whose image was captured on a security camera, to come forward to “assist them with their enquiries into an attempted burglary” last month (May).

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"Thank you, Rugby, for 22 fantastic years" Award-winning town centre cookshop to close

An award-winning cookshop in Rugby town centre is closing its doors after 22 years.

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FOOTBALL - Racing Club Warwick confirm pre-season schedule ahead of 2026/27 season

The Racers will play six friendly matches before beginning the competitive season in the Southern League Premier Central.

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BBC to Cut 550 Jobs as New Director-General Launches Major Overhaul - NATIONAL NEWS

The BBC is set to cut 550 jobs and close a number of programmes as part of a major cost-saving drive launched by its new director-general, Matt Brittin.

The Leamington Observer

Leamington Peace Festival attracts a few familiar faces

Leamington Peace Festival was held in the Pump Room Gardens on Saturday (June 13) and Sunday (June 14).

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Nights out vs nights in: how Leamington residents are spending their leisure time

Royal Leamington Spa has long prided itself on a lively town centre. The Parade and its surrounding streets offer a dense cluster of independent pubs, bars and eateries that draw both locals and visit

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Leamington in Bloom planting day brings together different generations of residents

A community planting session led by Leamington in Bloom brought together residents young and older this week.

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Warwick councillors pushing for answers around the likely closure of mental health hospital

A group of councillors in Warwick have banded together to seek answers for the public over the likely closure of Woodloes House care facility in Warwick.

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Starmer Offers Burnham ‘Big Role’ As Labour Leadership Pressure Intensifies Ahead Of Makerfield Vote - NATIONAL NEWS

Sir Keir Starmer has suggested Andy Burnham could be handed a major role in Government if the Greater Manchester Mayor wins Thursday's crucial Makerfield by-ele

The Leamington Observer

Warwick district residents in pocket thanks to heating grant

The scheme is led by Warwick District Council in partnership with Broad Oak Group, local charity Act on Energy and retrofit specialists Energy Efficiency Consultants.

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Off-duty police officers and members of the public who helped save cyclist's life near Warwick recognised with commendations

Off-duty police officers and members of the public who helped save a cyclist’s life after he had a cardiac arrest near Warwick, have been recognised with commendations.

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M40 multi-vehicle crash live as motorway hit by 90 minute delays

There are currently six miles of congestion

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Councillors to review dog control orders for Warwick district parks next week

Warwick district councillors will next week consider proposals over new public spaces protection orders (PSPOs) – which include controversial dog control orders.

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HRH Prince Edward due to visit Warwick for The Queen’s Royal Hussars parade

HRH Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh, is due to visit Warwick this week for The Queen's Royal Hussars parade through the town after the regiment was granted the Freedom of Warwick.

The Leamington Observer

Police seize 26 bottles of 'highly dangerous' cough syrup

A drug search using a police dog discovered suspected promethazine codeine - an opioid cough syrup infamously known as "lean" which is used as a recreational dr

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RUGBY UNION - Warwickshire's RFU Council member resigns from role over discriminatory post

Smith posted a comment on Facebook during coverage of France's 48-46 win over England in the Six Nations back in March.

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TV Pins set to rock Stratford

TV Pins play Rother Street Arts House on June 27.