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Warwickshire early years education to get multi-million pound boost
Warwickshire County Council has agreed an £8.2 three-year programme to replace or refurbish 14 ageing nursery buildings located on school sites.
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'Workshop of the world' plans for West Midlands as new £50m pot launched
Three projects have been set up in the region to support businesses operating in advanced manufacturing, health and life sciences and creative technologies with research and development (R&D) funding
Coventry teaching assistant retires after 30 years at 'magical' primary school
Rita Chitty received a musical retirement send-off from staff and pupils at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, part of the Romero Catholic Academy in Coventry, after almost 30 years of service
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Nuneaton FIFA World Cup 2026 DJ says Coventry's promotion festival 'was most emotional I've done'
His first set was when the Sky Blues player's bus first arrived at the War Memorial Park
Business leaders want answers over local government shake-up
The Government has confirmed Warwickshire will see the creation of two new unitary authorities – one for the north and one for the south.
Birmingham Airport parking rules explained: Blue Badge, drop-off zones and fines
Birmingham Airport has specific car parking rules for holidaymakers and visitors to ensure traffic moves safely and efficiently - here's everything you need to know about drop-off zones, Blue Badge parking, and fines
Coventry hospital marks 20 incredible years - and wants your help to celebrate anniversary
University Hospital Coventry is marking 20 years since it first opened - and has appealed for your memories and pictures to help tell their incredible story
New images show how historic Chase Hotel Coventry could look after proposed refurbishment
The Chase Hotel closed back in 2021 but has since been bought by a development company which plans to re-open the venue after a £4m refurbishment, subject to planning approval
Coventry's Broadgate in the 1960s: Nostalgic memories of the square's lost gardens
Generations of Coventrians fondly remember when Broadgate Square was a beautiful green destination in the heart of the city
Next Home store in Coventry closing this Sunday after 'landlord dispute'
The Next Home store at Arena Shopping Park is closing its doors for good this Sunday following a landlord dispute over lease terms
Number of people banned at Coventry City matches as Liverpool fans top ban list
The Home Office has released its annual football banning orders data for 2025/26, showing how Coventry City fans compare as Liverpool supporters received the highest number of new bans of any club
Coventry community rallies after fire rips through homes
A woman had only moved into one of the properties damaged in the Meadow House Drive house fire just 24 hours before the blaze broke out
The 11 Coventry City players who've starred at the World Cup
From Tommy Hutchison in 1974 to Haji Wright and Brandon Thomas-Asante, discover the 11 Coventry City players who have represented their countries at the FIFA World Cup.
Former Coventry Sports Direct unit in 'prime location' still up for let after two years
It is part of a unit once home to Woolworths
Major changes for City Centre South as construction starts on £450m scheme
Changing shopping habits and new legislation in the aftermath of Grenfell have twice meant the regeneration needed a rethink
New college for SEND pupils opens in Warwickshire
Creating Tomorrow College (CTC) has opened its brand-new Rugby Campus, which aims to provide employment-focused education to young people
Doug King gives Coventry pupils end of term assembly they won't forget
Coventry City chairman visited the city school with the Championship trophy last week
Driver clocked at 109mph on 50mph Coventry road
Police seized six cars during a crackdown on speeding drivers
Coventry's rough sleepers as new Prime Minister pledges to end 'stain on conscience of nation'
Two of Coventry's MPs have welcomed the new PM's pledge to end rough sleeping - but figures show the huge scale of the task
Coventry children's home plan refused because it would be for another council
Neighbours objected on the grounds their residential family estate would be an unsuitable location for a children's care home