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Popular EcoFest event will return to Leamington at the end of August
The popular EcoFest event will take place in Leamington’s Pump Room Gardens for the sixth time this summer.

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Kaleidoscope of colour on Hillmorton school field to help mental health charity
A school field in Hillmorton was transformed into a kaleidoscope of colour to help raise money for a mental health charity.


Two thirds of Reform UK's Warwickshire councillors backed George Finch for group leader
Two thirds of Warwickshire’s Reform UK councillors backed George Finch in a two-horse race to lead the group’s bid to retain control of the county council.

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Conjuring up a new take on a classic at the Loft
The familiar battle between temptation and redemption plays out with a strong emphasis on physicality and technical effects.


Coventry issued with nine-hour long Met Office yellow thunder storm warning
It says that a reas of heavy, thundery rain may lead to disruption to transport and travel


New operator takes over Stratford Play House for a new chapter
Renamed Stratford Community Venue, it is set to reopen its doors in Rother Street with a full programme of live entertainment and community events.


Cyclist at Leamington business scoops £4k holiday prize in national bike challenge
A cyclist who works in Leamington has won a £4,000 holiday after taking part in a national bike challenge.


Over 3,000 species now recorded at country park near Leamington and Rugby
Rangers at Ryton Pools Country Park have recently recorded the 3,000th species at the site.


In Pictures: Here's a look inside Warwick's new Salvation Army donation centre
A large new charity shop has been opened in Warwick.


Vape laws that could catch you out on your summer holidays this year - see the full list
Vaping rules abroad could catch you out this summer 🚭


JLR lay offs a result of 'efficiency saving' says motor trade expert
The Coventrycar maker is set to cut up to 500 management positions in the UK


Jaguar Land Rover to axe up to 500 management jobs in the UK
The Midlands-based car giant is axing the roles amid pressure on sales due to US President Donald Trump's trade tariff woes


Three day thunder warning for Coventry as humid temperatures to top 27C
Today and the weekend we could see some heavy showers with the risk of thunder


M42 lane closures live with six miles of delays after collision
Drivers are being urged to allow extra journey time this morning


South Warwickshire towns to be included in the government's Safer Streets summer blitz
Warwick, Leamington and Stratford are among 500 towns nationwide to sign up to the government's Safer Streets campaign


Warwick gym applies for retrospective planning permission after claiming it was 'misadvised'
A gym in Warwick has submitted a retrospective planning application for its site after it says it was “misadvised” by the property agents.


Warwickshire holidaymakers urged to check their vaccinations are up-to-date
With suitcases packed and travel plans underway, sometimes it can be easy to overlook vaccinations.


Aldi shoppers in West Midlands raise whopping £12million for Teenage Cancer Trust
The company started its partnership with the charity in 2027, initially pledging to raise £15million for the charity by 2017.


Government promises more police patrols in Warwick and Leamington as part of ‘summer crime blitz’
The Government has promised increased police patrols and action to reduce crime in Warwick and Leamington town centres this summer as part of “a blitz to support safer high streets”.


Phoenix mosaic created by hospital patients in Warwick is unveiled
A phoenix mosaic that has been created by hospital patients in Warwick has been unveiled.
