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Celebrating and protesting at Warwickshire Pride

The annual celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBTQ+) life and culture returns to the Pump Room Gardens in Leamington on Saturday August 22.

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Burnham Jets Off on Holiday Just a Fortnight Into Premiership, Sparking Political Row - NATIONAL NEWS

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has left for an overseas family holiday barely two weeks after entering Downing Street, prompting sharp criticism.

WarwickshireWorld News

'Let's see what happens at the ballot box': Warwickshire County Council leader George Finch reflects on Reform-Restore battle and defections

Warwickshire County Council leader George Finch has expressed confidence voters will stick with Reform UK in areas where councillors have defected to Restore Britain.

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The Leamington Observer

Green minds think alike at Leamington's EcoFest

It will be celebrating everything eco, with a range of have-a-go sessions and activities covering everything from wellbeing, fitness and sustainability at the Pump Room Gardens.

WarwickshireWorld News

Obituary: Tributes paid to highly-respected British bond investor and blogger who grew up in Rugby

Tributes have been paid to highly-respected British bond investor Jim Leaviss, who grew up in Rugby.

WarwickshireWorld News

Nasty shock for van driver after vehicle is towed for blocking exit in Leamington town centre

The driver of this van got a nasty shock when their vehicle was given a one-way trip on the back of a recovery truck for blocking an exit in Leamington town centre.

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Warwickshire village plagued by 'unbearable' smell as HS2 takes 'decisive action'

The stench in Water Orton is so bad, locals say they can't open their windows

The Leamington Observer

CRICKET - Rob Yates hits century as Warwickshire beat Gloucestershire in One-Day Cup clash at Rugby School

Yates reached triple figures for the Bears while Vansh Jani hit an unbeaten half-century as Warwickshire successfully chased down 272 in 42 overs at Rugby School.

WarwickshireWorld News

'It only takes one poor decision for a child to be left with catastrophic injuries or worse' - safety plea issued after string of deliberate fire in Lillington

A safety plea has been issued after emergency services have been repeatedly called to fires which have been set deliberately in Lillington.

WarwickshireWorld News

Jailed: ‘Dangerous' Lutterworth burglar who was part of a gang that threatened homeowners with a crowbar

A 'dangerous' Lutterworth burglar has been jailed for more than three-and-a-half years.

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Number of councillors to be halved in south Warwickshire under proposed unitary authority

The new unitary authority will cover the current Warwick and Stratford-on-Avon districts as part of the Warwickshire council shake-up

WarwickshireWorld News

Petition launched for 'frustrated' rural police officers in Warwickshire to regain use of off-road bikes

A Warwickshire councillor has launched a petition for “frustrated” police officers to be allowed to use off-road motorbikes to tackle rural crime.

WarwickshireWorld News

Opening date announced for Warwick's new Co-op and coffee shop

An official opening date has been announced for Warwick’s new Co-op and coffee shop.

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Man treated for smoke inhalation after grass fire near Coventry

It happened in North Warwickshire on Monday

WarwickshireWorld News

Have you see Vincent? Police launch appeal to help find missing Rugby man

Police have launched an appeal to help find a missing Rugby man.

The Leamington Observer

Walk will remember those killed and injured on Warwickshire's roads

The walk, organised by the Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership, takes place at Hartshill Hayes Country Park on Wednesday August 5.

WarwickshireWorld News

"We want Rugby to be a place where people choose to visit, shop, spend time and invest": Fresh hope for town centre

The leader of Rugby Borough Council said “major steps” are being taken to turn the future of the town centre around.

The Leamington Observer

CRICKET - Norton Lindsey claim thrilling two-wicket win against Stratford-upon-Avon

Hosts Stratford posted 221-7 from their 45 overs at Manor Road as the home side's Ed Wye finished unbeaten on 81.

The Leamington Observer

Flash Mob of Kate Bush fans hits Stratford

Dozens of residents - and a few familiar faces - turned out in red dresses with black belts for The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever.

Coventry Live - Warwickshire

Local beauty spot issues BBQ plea to visitors as drought continues

It's been an incredibly dry summer in the region