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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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Man who lied about job in Coventry to land top role in NHS jailed

Amran Hussain defrauded the NHS out of almost £170,000

The Coventry Observer

Pair arrested following reports of man being threatened with machete

Police responded to the report in Northfield Road yesterday (Thursday July 23)

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best VW Transporter Wheels

If you drive a VW Transporter, you already know it's more than just a van — it's a workhorse, a family hauler, or a weekend campervan, often all in one.

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New names proposed for two parts of Coventry as residents to be asked for views

A petition of over 1,000 signatures argues that two of the city's ward names don't reflect the history, landscape or neighbourhoods of the areas they cover

The Coventry Observer

ICE HOCKEY - Coventry Blaze sign Great Britian international Brett Perlini

The 36-year-old has spent the past two seasons with Cardiff Devils and helped the Welsh side lift the Continental Cup in 2024/25.

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Local artist thanks The Myton Hospices with butterfly mural

That's how local artist Tim Robottom decided to show his gratitude to The Myton Hospices for caring for his late grandmother.

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My son was kicked out of nursery before he turned two - this is what I want the world to know

After her son was heartbreakingly excluded from nursery, Coventry mum Tapiwa Mbofana faced a challenging five-year battle to secure his ADHD diagnosis. Now, she is sharing their inspiring journey of resilience in a new book to support other families navigating neurodiversity.

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Warwickshire private car sellers warned to be alert to fraudsters

Warwickshire Trading Standards say reports suggest fraudsters are approaching sellers in groups of three or more.

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Two new sports spaces set to open in Coventry neighbourhoods

PlayZones will soon be opening at Longford Park and Jardine Crescent in Tile Hill

The Coventry Observer

Burnham to Chair First Cabinet Meeting at New Manchester Government Hub - NATIONAL NEWS

Prime Minister Andy Burnham will hold his first meeting at No 10 North, the new Manchester outpost of Downing Street, today, as part of a wider push to shift...

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Sports Fest returns to Coventry with free activities and workshops

It will be held on Broadgate in August

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Inside huge lockup beneath famous Coventry bridge available for less than £300 a month

It is spread across two units and has a connection with Coventry's 2-Tone music scene

The Coventry Observer

FOOTBALL - Coventry City unveil 2026/27 away shirt ahead of Premier League return

The Sky Blues will wear an off-white away shirt with navy and hot coral trim.

The Coventry Observer

Burnham halts prisoner early release scheme - NATIONAL NEWS

Andy Burnham has ordered a halt to the early release of prisoners in England and Wales after weeks of pressure from opposition MPs, victims' families...

The Coventry Observer

Gunman jailed after weapon found in shoe

Sami Sharif, 33, was found guilty at Coventry Crown Court of possession of a firearm, and was jailed for five years and six months

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Coventry Market hit by City Centre South demolition work as 11 traders pack up

In all, there are 17 fewer stalls at the market but the council says it is offering support and the historic round building is to form a new centrepiece in the completed scheme

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Inside Coventry's most violent streets with more than 6,000 crimes reported so far this year

One area stood out as the suburb with the highest amount of violent crimes outside the city centre - with many incidents on one street

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New 48 hour yellow heat health alert triggered for Coventry

It comes into force at 9am tomorrow

The Coventry Observer

Cyclists called to saddle up for The Myton Hospices

Starting and finishing at Warwick Myton Hospice on Sunday August 2, the event offers participants the opportunity to enjoy some of Warwickshire countryside.