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Warwick district paddling pools will not be repaired in time for half-term
Warwick District Council confirmed the paddling pools at St Nicholas Park in Warwick and Victoria Park in Leamington will remain closed pending completion of repairs.
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"It's a dream come true": Rugby performers shine in National Youth Monologues Competition
Two young performers from the Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts (PQA) in Rugby have made it to the finals of a prestigious competition.
Boris Johnson drops in for a curry at Indian restaurant near Leamington and Warwick
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson dropped in for a curry at a popular Indian restaurant near Leamington and Warwick this week.
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Cleaning business near Leamington is supporting charities buy reusing unwanted student items
A cleaning business near Leamington has been supporting various charities for the last four years by finding new homes for items donated by students in Leamington.
Full Steam Ahead? First Great British Railways Train Unveiled as Nationalisation Drive Accelerates - NATIONAL NEWS
Britain’s railways took another symbolic step towards public ownership on Thursday as the first train carrying the new Great British Railways (GBR) branding...
Footballer 'lucky he wasn't killed' after drink drive crash in Warwickshire
Birmingham City striker Marvin Ducksch was told by the court he was lucky he had not killed himself or the two other drivers involved in the crash
Coming Up Roses… But Earlier Than Ever This Year
As the gardening world gathers this week for the Chelsea Flower Show, some of the UK’s best-loved rose gardens are already in full bloom, weeks ahead...
Five day yellow heat health alert issued for Coventry as Bank Holiday scorcher looms
It comes into force tomorrow as temperatures are set to soar
Leamington's unsung heroes awarded by the mayor
The awards are a long-standing tradition, providing an opportunity to recognise individuals, groups and organisations that make a significant contribution to local life.
Warwickshire Pride leads protest at Shire Hall over plans to cut EQuIP equality funding
Warwickshire Pride is leading a protest outside Shire Hall, Warwick, ahead of a Warwickshire County Council meeting where councillors will announce the start of a consultation on plans to stop funding the Equality & Inclusion Partnership (EQuIP)
Emergency services called to road in Warwick after crash believed to involve a gas main
Emergency services have been called to a road in Warwick this evening (Thursday May 20) after a crash.
Meet the Warwickshire OAPs who are tap dancing for the first time in their lives
A group of Warwickshire retirement village residents in their 70s and 80s who had never tap danced before will celebrate National Tap Dance Day on Monday (May 25) after transforming themselves into public performers entertaining audiences across Stratford-upon-Avon.
Stylish bikers help to raise over £13,000 for men's health charity with ride in south Warwickshire
Over 100 classic motorcycle enthusiasts took part in a charity ride in south Warwickshire and helped to raise over £13,000 for men’s health charity Movember.
The mystery of the Nissan Juke submerged in a Warwickshire river
A bizarre mystery has occurred at a Warwickshire hamlet where a Nissan Juke has been inexplicably left submerged in a nearby river for more than six weeks.
Obituary: Tributes paid to cherished Rugby priest who showered community with love
Tributes have been paid to a much-loved Rugby priest, who has died aged 84.
From Kenilworth garden to Warwick fitness studio - gym owner celebrates business's first anniversary and its growing community
A Kenilworth resident who grew a fitness endeavour in her garden into a studio in Warwick is celebrating her business’s first anniversary and its growing community.
Woman seriously injured in Warwickshire dog attack
It happened outside a shop last month and police want to speak with this man
Supporters urged to line the streets for the Two Castles Run
On Sunday June 14, some 5,000 runners will set off from Warwick Castle on a 10km route through the countryside, crossing the finish line at Kenilworth Castle.
Restaurant app names Southam pub among its top 100 of best places for outdoor dining in UK
An online restaurant discovery and reservation platform has named a Southam pub among its top 100 places for outdoor dining in the UK.
Jail for man who violently attacked Bedworth woman and threatened her with a knife in her own home
A man who violently attacked and threatened to kill a woman at her Bedworth home has been jailed for 32 months.