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Birthday Absences Among Schoolchildren Highlighted in New Attendance Analysis
Children are significantly more likely to miss school on their birthday, according to new government analysis which suggests seemingly minor absences can...
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Woman rescued and two dogs 'led to safety' from Coventry flat fire
Three fire engines and a 4x4 brigade response vehicle raced to the scene in Radford
ICE HOCKEY - Coventry Blaze confirm return of British forward Jack Hopkins for 2026/27 Elite League season
Hopkins will enter a fourth season with Blaze after recording 21 points (five goals, 16 assists) in 66 Elite League games last term.
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Council leader accused of ‘political censorship’ for suggesting removal of ‘sex, gender and identity’ materials from Warwickshire’s libraries
Warwickshire Pride said: “History teaches us important lessons about what happens when politicians begin deciding which books, ideas, identities, or groups are acceptable in public spaces.”
Met Office's heavy showers with 'thunder and hail' warning for Coventry today
It may have started off sunny but downpours are on their way
'Big cat' sighting in Binley Woods reported to police team
Officers say that they locals passed on the information
Council refuses to relax noise rules for 'unlawful' HMO at Coventry pub
There were strict planning conditions relating to noise but the council says these have not been followed and it will not agree to change them
Shops and coffee kiosk masterplan for huge project set to open up hidden Coventry river
The aim is to make the Sherbourne River visible in the city centre for the first time
The Least Experienced Teams Going Into the 2026 World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is shaping up to be one of the most open and refreshing tournaments in the competition's history.
New image shows City Centre South vision as plans include seven new apartment blocks housing over 600 people
Hundreds of new residents are to move into the city centre as part of the scheme and huge numbers of cycle parking spaces are to be provided for them
Two new businesses open at former Coventry supermarket site
Two new business models are up and running at the site in Courthouse Green
Crimestoppers urges public to help call time on domestic abuse during World Cup
The charity’s campaign highlights the hidden harms that can escalate behind closed doors during high-profile matches.
Boost to community food projects in Warwickshire
Warwickshire County Council has awarded more than £25,000 in funding to 27 community organisations.
BTCC - Coventry's Tom Ingram celebrates triple podium at Oulton Park
The Coventry driver finish second in race two and third in races one and three to come away from Oulton Park with a significant haul of points.
'Call 999' plea in hunt for missing Coventry teen as CCTV issued
He was last seen more than 24 hours ago
Rain fails to dampen spirits at Kenilworth Show
Organisers the Kenilworth and District Agricultural Society unveiled a series of firsts.
Amazon tuberculosis outbreak 'needs proper investigation', union claims
Cases of TB were reported at Amazon BHX4 in Coventry
Metal railings damaged after crash near Gallagher Retail Park in Coventry
Police blocked off part of Jimmy Hill Way
Girl, 10, punched in the face by man in random attack near Coventry Wetherspoons
She was attacked near The Flying Standard in Coventry
More Than 64,500 Driving Test Appointments Missed As New Rules Introduced To Cut Waiting Times - NATIONAL NEWS
More than 64,500 practical driving test appointments went unused across the UK last year, prompting the introduction of new measures aimed at reducing lengthy