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Leamington rogue builder who botched victim's driveway ordered to repay £8,000 in compensation
A Leamington rogue builder has been ordered to pay £8,000 compensation after carrying out sub-standard work on a victim’s driveway while concealing his bankrupt status.
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Christmas shoppers celebrate small business in Rugby town centre
Christmas shoppers got behind a campaign to celebrate small businesses in Rugby town centre at the weekend.
Pub turns art hub in Leamington
Lighthaus Arts CIC has been handed the keys to what will become a new creative community hub based at the former pub in Clemens Street.
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Maintenance workers discover 240 cannabis plants in drainage running under motorway near Rugby
Maintenance workers discovered more than 240 cannabis plants in a drainage culvert under the M1 near Rugby.
Ambulances from Leamington arrive in Ukraine filled with Christmas gifts and medical supplies
Three ambulances from Leamington filled with Christmas gifts for children and refugee families and vital medical supplies have been taken to Ukraine.
Leamington award for hero who pulled driver from car, moments before it burst into flames
A brave man who pulled a driver from a car, moments before it burst into flames, has been praised by Leamington firefighters.
"We're heartbroken": Vandals trash outdoor Rugby playgroup for fourth time
Vandals have trashed an outdoor toddler group in Bilton for the fourth time.
More green projects receive cash in Leamington
The council has allocated all of its funding up to the end of March 2026 to a host of local projects aimed at tackling climate change and promoting sustainability.
Last Orders for Labour MPs as Pub Backlash Brews - NATIONAL NEWS
A wave of anger is sweeping through pubs and restaurants across Britain as furious landlords bar Labour MPs from their premises, saying crippling tax pressures
"I'm a little overwhelmed by it all": Kindness award for Rugby fundraiser
A Rugby community fundraiser has received an award for his efforts.
I powered my entire Warwickshire home using 500 discarded vapes
A Warwickshire man has built a rechargeable battery pack big enough to power his whole home - using the batteries from discarded vapes.
"It's a beautiful place for contemplation and remembrance": Mayor opens new cemetery in Rugby
A new cemetery has officially been opened by Rugby Mayor Barbara Brown.
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Brits are rushing to buy this “storm-proof” umbrella – now 40% off
Fed up with flimsy umbrellas folding in the wind? This compact storm-proof model has thousands of glowing reviews — and thanks to a 40% Amazon deal, it’s now £17.99 instead of £29.99. Available in multiple colours and backed by a lifetime guarantee
The BFG proves that sometimes the best things come in very big packages
Review - The BFG, The Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford
FOOTBALL - Leamington see winless run stretch to 13 matches following home defeat against AFC Telford United
The Brakes led through Tim Berridge's goal only for Dylan Allen-Hadley to draw the visitors before the break at the Your Co-op Community Stadium.
Urgent Justice Secretary summit over teen asylum seekers who raped girl in Warwickshire
They were sentenced and named at Warwick Crown Court
Met Office exact date when strong winds will hit Coventry and Warwickshire again
It comes after Storm Bram brought 46mph to our area
Blind Warwick musician to take on 12-hour piano marathon for Guide Dogs
John Garrett is taking on the notable challenge in memory of his close friend and colleague Elaine Hooton, who died in March.
FOOTBALL - Leamington complete double loan signing ahead of midweek fixture
The Brakes have added striker Frank Tattum and defender Josh Tomlinson to their squad in a bid to boost their survival hopes.
Man jailed after string of shoplifting offences around Leamington
A man has been jailed after being convicted of more than 60 shoplifting offences around Leamington.