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Huge police crackdown over 'dark side' of the World Cup as officers say 'unacceptable'

West Midlands Police have made more than 400 arrests on suspicion of domestic abuse in a targeted crackdown during the World Cup tournament

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University of Warwick welcomes community to Resonate Summer Festival celebration

The festival is part of the university’s ongoing commitment to create conversation around its research, innovation and cultural activity with wider audiences.

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Where Great Art Meets the Great Outdoors: Discover Compton Verney

Nestled in the heart of the Warwickshire countryside, just a short drive from Stratford-upon-Avon, lies one of the Midlands' most remarkable cultural treasures.

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How Take That concerts at CBS Arena gave 'huge economic boost' to Coventry

Take That brought The Circus Live back to Coventry Building Society Arena for three spectacular nights, with more than 100,000 fans treated to a dazzling show featuring Gary Barlow, Mark Owen and Howard Donald

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Police watchdog praises improvement in Warwickshire Police's responses to emergency calls

Warwickshire Police responses and attendances to 999 calls have improved by 63 per cent since 2024

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Free bowling for the class of '66 during the World Cup at Star Pins Coventry

Football fans can take advantage of the offer until July 19

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Coventry University student working with major clothing brand says 'amazing'

Poppy Whitford is working with F&F, which is stocked at Tesco

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Coventry and Warwickshire's weirdest animal sightings after 'big cat' spotted

Wallabies, parakeets and snakes, oh my!

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Britain's Bats: The Fascinating Summer Visitors You Shouldn't Be Afraid Of

As the sun begins to set on a warm June evening, many people notice dark shapes darting and swooping through the sky at surprising speed.

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Coventry Airport's fascinating wartime history as Baginton facility closes for good

We've taken a look at how the Coventry Evening Telegraph reported on the opening of Coventry Airport - then known as Baginton Aerodrome back in the 30s, the site's wartime importance and how it got its name

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Midlands Investment Firm Launches First Funding Round for University Spinouts - NATIONAL NEWS

Midlands Mindforge has completed its first round of investments, marking a significant step in efforts to support high-growth businesses emerging...

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250 new homes approved for Coventry's historic Daimler car factory site

Coventry City Council has granted outline planning permission to Dandara Central Limited for up to 250 new homes on the site of Britain's first car factory, with the historic Daimler Powerhouse to be retained as the centrepiece of the development

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Cars at the Spa partners with local charity Achieving Results in Communities

ARC works with more than 500 people each year, supporting some of the most vulnerable members of the local community.

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Proposals to revamp former Earlsdon bank 'not up to standard' says campaigners

Coventry Society says the developers' plans are totally unsympathetic and will not make a positive contribution to the conservation area

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Chilling moment Coventry murderer told police 'it was me...I did it' after horror knife attack

James Ritchie walked into Coventry Central Police Station and admitted his crime after fatally stabbing Anthony Wilson in the neck

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More Savers Facing Large Tax Bills as Interest Earnings Rise - NATIONAL NEWS

Growing numbers of savers are facing substantial tax bills on the interest earned from their bank accounts, according to newly released figures.

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Takeaway plan in former fashion shop refused as it would lead to 'overconcentration'

The council said the proposals would lead to an excessive number of hot food takeaways in the area, well above the national average, and cause a nuisance to neighbours

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Coventry car wash fined again after two men found 'working illegally' in Home Office raid

Clean Car Centre Ltd on Binley Road has been handed a penalty of £120,000 after two foreign nationals were found 'working illegally' during a Home Office immigration enforcement raid.

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'Brazen thieves stole by motorbike - but if I claim on insurance my premiums rise by £2,500 a year'

Hugo Jennings says the motorbike theft from Knight Avenue in Stoke has had a 'profound impact' on him

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'It was part of our lives' - residents reminisce as city says goodbye to Coventry airport

The Pride of Willenhall asked members to share their memories