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The Coventry Observer

Residents asked their views on Warwickshire's recycling centres

The new public survey, open until the end of May, asks residents about their experience of visiting the county's recycling centres.

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Two boys and two girls charged with arson attack at Henley College

Flames tore through the former Coventry College campus site last April

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M42 and M6 closure warning as HS2 works reach major milestone

Three huge structures are to be built over busy sections of the M42 and M6 in the West Midlands, with six weekend closures planned from June 2026

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The Coventry Observer

RUGBY UNION - Coventry Rugby edge out Hartpury to reach Champ Rugby play-off semi-finals

Despite two tries from Morgan Strong in the first half, Coventry trailed by a single point at the interval at the Nick Newbold Stadium.

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'Vibrant' new homes masterplan unveiled for former EON Coventry HQ

It would see the buildings demolished and 100 new homes built at Westwood Business Park

The Coventry Observer

Event to offer support to Coventry and Warwickshire carers

Carers Trust Heart of England will host its biggest event of the year at the Coventry Building Society Arena next month, to celebrate the contribution made by carers of all ages

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Train strike warning for services between Nuneaton, Coventry and Leamington

West Midlands Railway (WMR) has warned all passengers to check their journeys before travelling

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Hundreds of illegal items seized in major blitz on 'dodgy' shops in Coventry

Police and Trading Standards joined forces in a major crackdown on illegal activity in Coventry

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West Midlands' worst drivers caught on film as one reverses on motorway slip road

West Midlands Police dealt with more than 150 vehicles during Operation Tramline, catching serious driving offences including mobile phone use, no seatbelts, driving without proper control, no insurance, and insecure loads.

Coventry Live - Coventry News

HS2 report expected to criticise 'gold plating' on high-speed rail project

The official Lovegrove review into the multibillion-pound rail project is expected to list "the original sins of the scheme", including its focus on the highest possible speeds, and will be published this week

The Coventry Observer

FOOTBALL - Chris Waddle believes Coventry City must spend £300 million to survive in Premier League

Waddle won more than 60 caps for England and featured prominently for Newcastle United, Tottenham Hotspur, Marseille and Sheffield Wednesday.

Coventry Live - Coventry News

Series of gold chain robberies in Coventry sees teen named and charged

He will face a judge at Crown Court

The Coventry Observer

Teenager charged in connection with spate of robberies in city centre

With summer approaching, West Midlands Police is urging people to be vigilant and aware of their surroundings when out and about

Coventry Live - Coventry News

Thunder warning issued for Coventry today as Bank Holiday weather map turns orange

But we have an unsettled start to the week

Coventry Live - Coventry News

How to win a main stage slot at Coventry's Godiva in the City festival

The free-to-enter Godiva Calling competition is open to solo artists, groups and bands across Coventry and Warwickshire

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West Midlands Police inspector who drank seven pints night before work 'unfit for duty'

Inspector Moran's colleagues smelt alcohol on his breath when he turned up for work the morning after an evening out, with breath tests revealing he was in breach of West Midlands Police's limit on alcohol in the workplace

The Coventry Observer

Passengers urged to check trains as West Midlands Railway introduces timetable changes

The changes come into force today - Sunday, May 17.

The Coventry Observer

Exhibition celebrating work of master potter

Cotswold auctioneers Kinghams are staging the exhibition from May 26 to 29.

The Coventry Observer

Scaling the heights with Mahler at Coventry Cathedral

Review Leamington Sinfonia and Choirs, Mahler’s 8th Symphony, Coventry Cathedral

Coventry Live - Coventry News

Police issue statement amid emergency service presence on major Coventry road

Ambulance and police crews were called to the scene on Sunday