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The love story behind Lady Herbert's Garden – Coventry's antisocial behaviour hotspot

Lady Herbert's Garden is a small green space in the heart of Coventry city centre, built 100 years ago by Sir Alfred Herbert in memory of his wife Florence – but it has since become a hotspot for antisocial behaviour

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TENNIS - Warwickshire men just miss out on title while women retain status in County Cup

The Bears fell a couple of points short of victory to finish as runners-up to Surrey who retained their title at Eastbourne in Sussex.

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Burnham Signs Off on Early Release for PC Harper's Killers, Sparking Fury from Widow - NATIONAL NEWS

Andy Burnham has given the go-ahead for two of the men convicted in the killing of PC Andrew Harper to be freed from prison earlier than their original sentence

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Robber who carried out ‘frenzied’ attack is jailed

“This was a frenzied attack and robbery which must have been terrifying for the victim"

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'My life changed forever when my boss stabbed me - now I'm speaking out to end knife crime'

Hannah Pritchett, from Coventry, was just 18 when her boss attacked her. She was 'incredibly lucky' to survive - now this inspirational young woman is sharing her story to help stop knife crime

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Eastern Green development: Changes approved including air source heat pumps

Coventry City Council has approved minor amendments to the Eastern Green housing development, including the installation of air source heat pumps in 491 homes by Redrow, as well as changes to industrial units at the 2,400-home Sustainable Urban Extension.

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Millions reminded to get £150 off energy bills this winter

Households eligible for the Warm Home Discount must be named on their energy bill by 23 August to receive it automatically this winter.

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Construction begins on 50 new homes for homeless families in Coventry

The new development at Faseman Avenue will provide 50 homes, giving six more families a place to stay compared to the 44 homes currently available at Frank Walsh House

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Windmill campaigners say 'houses will interfere' as decision made on homes near Coventry

The Balsall Common plans include a children's play area, community orchard and nature areas, with half the homes designated as affordable

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Group that chased and brutally attacked man inside Coventry takeaway jailed

Elhoussaine Aboushahba, Mustafa Yassin, Wesley Osunde, Issa Kassim and Tyree Lieng attacked the victim in the Spice Lounge

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Tributes to 'treasured' pub landlady known throughout Coventry and Warwickshire

Tributes have been paid to Josie Frisby, a well known pub landlady, in the latest Coventry Telegraph death and funeral notices

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NHS launches drive to recruit 500,000 men for prostate cancer research - NATIONAL NEWS

The NHS will this week begin inviting half a million men to take part in a major new research programme aimed at improving the early detection and treatment...

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Coventry CCTV appeal after man 'kicked and punched'

Police said the victim was attacked on Trinity Street

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FOOTBALL - Coventry Sphinx hold off Yaxley comeback in seven-goal thriller

Goals from Bleu McNeil, James Ritson, Dylan Parker and Eden Mukenge put Sphinx into a three-goal lead early in the second half at APG Park.

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Developers accused of failing Nuneaton and Bedworth housing promises

Councillors say they are determined to crack down on planning 'legacy issues' left by housing developers

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Sports Fest to return to city centre next week

The event will start on Tuesday (August 11) and run until Saturday August 15, with activities taking place from 11am-4pm each day

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Coventry gigafactory work begins at airport site with thousands of jobs and £2.5bn boost expected

Enabling works are now underway at GreenPower Park on the site of the former Coventry Airport, as plans to build a major battery manufacturing and clean energy hub aim to create thousands of new jobs and inject an estimated £2.5bn into the local economy.

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How Students Can Save Money on Housing Without Compromising Safety

Student accommodation costs an average of £575 a month across the UK in 2026, according to Save the Student's National Student Accommodation Survey.

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Real story behind Coventry Wing Wah viral TikTok 'leftover juice' video as restaurant speaks out

Footage of the incident was widely shared on TikTok and Facebook

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ICE HOCKEY - Coventry Blaze announce DPD as club's new title sponsors

DPD are one of leading parcel delivery companies in the United Kingdom and replace Genting Casino as Blaze's title sponsor.