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Warwickshire County Council makes its services more accessible for deaf people

The council is working in partnership with Convo who provide a video relay service that connects BSL users with hearing people via a qualified interpreter.

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Sights and sounds of the classics

Starting at Stratford Garden Centre the untimed 126-mile tour runs through the scenic counties of Warwickshire, Worcestershire, and the Cotswolds.

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A 100 butterflies to take flight in Stratford for Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday

Youngsters from Stratford Primary School and Thomas Jolyffe Primary School will take part in the celebration at the tourist hotspot on Friday May 8.

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Warwickshire councillor backs out of decision after facing call to resign

A Warwickshire councillor faced a call to resign over a controversial decision that she then shelved despite having stated twice that it would be approved.

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Warwick Castle Unboxed: Delve deeper into the stories with more talks and workshops

Members of the public are being invited to delve deeper into some of the untold stories from Warwick Castle at a range of talks and workshops.

The Leamington Observer

Hay fever season in the UK lengthens as climate patterns shift

Millions of people across the UK are facing longer and more intense hay fever seasons, with new research suggesting symptoms can now last up to two weeks longer

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Warwickshire Police's new blue light rules suspended days after announcement

Warwickshire Police’s use of blue lights and sirens to speed up non-emergency callouts has been put on hold days after the new protocol was announced.

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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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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.

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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.