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The Leamington Observer

New chapter begins at historic south Warwickshire estate

Coughton Court will reopen to the public next month with the Throckmorton family resuming the day-to-day running of the estate near Alcester.

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WarwickshireWorld News

Concerns grow for welfare of missing man who has links to Nuneaton, Bedworth and Rugby

Concerns are growing for the welfare of a man who has links to Nuneaton, Bedworth and Rugby.

The Leamington Observer

Plan to remove three more public phone boxes in south Warwickshire

The proposed kiosks are Manor Road in Stratford, Preston-on-Stour and Coventry Street in Southam.

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WarwickshireWorld News

How many people does it take to change a lightbulb on the Parade in Leamington? : conservation group says lamp failures are 'finally being addressed'

Conservation group The Leamington Society has welcomed the start of work to address problems with lighting in the Parade in the town centre.

WarwickshireWorld News

Landrover Discovery seized by police after driver failed roadside breath test in Cawston

A driver has been arrested by police after failing a roadside breath test in Cawston.

The Leamington Observer

Reeves to deliver Spring Statement amid slowing growth and rising jobless figures - NATIONAL NEWS

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will update MPs on the state of the UK economy at around 12.30pm today when she delivers her Spring Statement in the House of Commons.

WarwickshireWorld News

Warwickshire councillor to brave wing walk for Prostate Cancer UK

A Kineton councillor is set to brave a wing walk to raise money for the Prostate Cancer UK charity after he was diagnosed with the disease ten years ago.

The Leamington Observer

Police seek four teenage suspects wanted in connection with Coventry murder

Police investigating the murder of Michael Ababio, 18, are asking for the public's help to locate four suspects they want to arrest

WarwickshireWorld News

Warwick Castle exhibition sharing untold stories from behind the walls is opening this month

A new exhibition sharing the untold stories that bring to life the people who once lived and worked at the iconic Warwick Castle will be opening later this month.

WarwickshireWorld News

Main road closed between Bedworth and Bulkington while emergency crews deal with overturned car

Emergency crews are currently at the scene of an accident on the B4029 Bedworth Road between Bedworth and Bulkington this morning (March 3).

WarwickshireWorld News

Cheese please! Charming Bilton shop has more than 100 varieties for foodies to try

This latest piece about cheese has been supplied by Ali Findlay. She has just retired from nearly 28 years of teaching in secondary schools. Ali is on a mission to find some of those places, people, events and hobbies that are often overlooked in Rugby.

The Leamington Observer

Children's book written by a fondly-remembered Kenilworthian available to read at Kenilworth Library

Uncle Buckle – inventor extraordinaire is a picture book aimed at youngsters of primary-school age written by Cyril Hobbins and tells of an inventor who creates engineering marvels.

WarwickshireWorld News

Warwick Castle hosting its first ever film premiere - retelling the story of Richard III's early years

Warwick Castle is set to host its first ever film premiere this week with a retelling of Richard III’s early years.

WarwickshireWorld News

Warwickshire County Council director insists crude short-term pothole fixes are 'necessary evil' – but agrees complaints about them are 'justified'

A Warwickshire County Council director insists crude short-term pothole fixes are a necessary evil – despite agreeing that complaints about them are “justified”.

WarwickshireWorld News

To the batmobile! Hillmorton ladies inspired by comic book superheroes for latest creation

You don’t have to head to Gotham City to enjoy the latest postbox topper by the creative ladies of Hillmorton WI.

The Leamington Observer

Warwickshire families find out their child's secondary school for September

A total of 6,938 applications were received by the October 31 deadline for the 2026/27 academic year.

WarwickshireWorld News

Plans submitted to turn former Leamington care home into flats

Plans have been submitted that would see a former care home in Leamington turned into flats.

WarwickshireWorld News

83 per cent of first choice secondary school places offered to Warwickshire applicants, county council reveals

Eighty three per cent of those who applied for secondary school places for Children across Warwickshire have been offered their first choice for the next academic year from September, Warwickshire County Council has revealed on National Offer Day today (Monday March 2).

WarwickshireWorld News

Property Focus: Take a look inside this classic detached family home in Rugby

This classic detached family home is on a larger than average plot, perfectly positioned on one of Rugby’s most sought after roads.

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Warwickshire animal sanctuary faces permanent closure over 'rising costs'

Redwings Oxhill in Warwickshire is closed to visitors while a consultation into its future is carried out