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Police concerned for welfare of missing Rugby girls
Angelica, 11, and Verity, 12, were reported missing from Rugby on Saturday morning (August 8), and were spotted in Newbold at around 4am on Sunday (August 9)
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Serious fire bocks Coventry road as emergency services rush to the scene
Three fire engines, police and paramedics were called to the scene in Molesworth Avenue
FOOTBALL - Coventry City winger Jahnoah Markelo completes permanent move to Shabab Al Ahli
Markelo only made five substitute appearances for the Sky Blues after joining Coventry in January from FC Zurich.
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Game of Thrones world premiere brings Westeros to Shakespeare’s Stratford
The world of Westeros has arrived in Shakespeare’s home town, with the first ever Game of Thrones stage play officially opening at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre
Renters’ Rights Act promised greater security for tenants, but early signs show it's doing the opposite - NATIONAL NEWS
Renters across England are facing higher prices and fewer homes to choose from, just months after a new law designed to protect them came into force...
Transformation of former Coventry Airport site underway as work begins on GreenPower Park
Public-private joint venture partners Coventry City Council and Rigby Group are creating a new ecosystem for advanced manufacturing, battery technology and clean energy at the 308-acre site
Image issued in urgent hunt for Coventry man who's been missing for three days
He was last seen on August 6
Day when Coventry set to roast in 36C as Met Office considers 'extreme' warning
The Midlands is set to be hit with the warmest weather during fifth heatwave
FOOTBALL - Coventry City agree £6m deal to re-sign midfielder Gustavo Hamer from Sheffield United
According to Sky Sports News, the midfielder underwent a medical with the Sky Blues yesterday (Sunday, August 9).
Crackdown on illegal workers in West Midlands as Home Secretary says 'nowhere to hide'
Immigration Enforcement has made 701 arrests following 884 visits across the West Midlands in 2026, as illegal working arrests and enforcement visits rise 22% and 49% respectively – the highest level of enforcement activity in British history.
M42 bridge near Birmingham Airport to be demolished and rebuilt after structural concerns
The bridge at the north section of the junction's roundabout closed on July 13 due to damage found on the concrete and corrosion of the steel reinforcements
Indian restaurant near CBS Arena gets green light for expansion
Khushi Grill in Wheelwright Lane has been granted planning permission for a single-storey rear extension that will add 138 square metres of floor space, around 50 more covers and 18 new parking spaces
£24m Volvo distribution centre work begins 'another proud investment'
The industrial and logistics unit at SEGRO Park has been pre-let to Volvo Group, which recently confirmed a £24m investment in the city for a new regional distribution centre
Coventry dad jailed after homeowner watches break-in live on CCTV
He also stole a car and used stolen bank cards in fraudulent transactions
Police issue new update on missing girls, 11 and 12, last seen in Rugby
Warwickshire Police are desperately searching for missing girls Angelica, 11, and Verity, 12, from Rugby, last seen at 4am on Sunday morning
'Clear signs' or 'confusing trap?' Coventry bus gate row rumbles on
More than 400 cars a day are being issued with penalty notices after mistakenly going into the Greyfriars Road bus gate in Coventry city centre, as all driver appeals are rejected
Coventry's St Mary's Guildhall could offer free entry under new proposal to boost tourism
The medieval hall, built in 1342, is one of Coventry's most historic landmarks and home to the Coventry Tapestry – and it could soon be free to enter if a new proposal gains Cabinet approval
999 Appeal for missing Warwickshire girls aged 11 and 12 who were last spotted at 4am
Police have asked for the public's help finding them
Coventry company celebrates 130 years of business in the city
Queen Victoria was still on the throne when it first opened
22 much-loved Coventry shops we've loved and lost
A trip to the shops in Coventry was once very different, although there are still plenty of great places today. Things have changed significantly over the past few years, with the closure of huge names such as Debenhams and BHS — do you remember them all?