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Thousands of Sikhs enjoy fun-filled Vaisakhi parade in Coventry
Hymns were played as Sikhs paraded through Foleshill today (April 20)

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Warwickshire's first female Sikh high sheriff looks back on an historic year
From championing youth voices to celebrating inclusivity in the justice system, Rajvinder Kaur Gill’s time in office has been marked by meaningful connections.


Coombe Abbey issues egg hunt warning that take you to 'gambling website' with code
The eggs are said to contain a QR code that leads to paying money

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FOOTBALL - Ben Sheaf admits Coventry City must 'keep feet on the ground' ahead of play-off run-in
Sheaf captained the Sky Blues to a vital victory against West Bromwich Albion on Good Friday in front a league record attendance at the Coventry Building Society Arena.


MUSIC MATTERS: Anarchy in the Ukulele, The Session, Stone Foundation and Thomas Truax
Pete Chambers BEM writes for The Observer


'Coventry is my city and always will be, but I don't feel cosy, just nervy - it puts me on edge'
Council report shows footfall is down just under 55 percent compared to pre-pandemic


'Delays are possible' warning amid three day A444 bypass lane closure
It is for works to the M6 junction 3 island


Learner drivers offered steer in right direction
Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership is holding a free event on April 30 designed to support parents and learner drivers to navigate the learn to drive process.


Man named and charged after knife incident in Coventry
Dmytro Drohovalov will be appearing at Coventry Magistrates' Court on Monday


Man charged with drink-driving after Coventry crash
West Midlands Police were called to a collision near the junction of Jimmy Hill Way and Foleshill Road


Police carry out speeding and illegal bike operation in Coventry this week
20 drivers were caught for speeding this month


Site of notorious former Coventry children's home to be sold for development
Councillors agreed the move this week


Skylights installed at Coventry station to 'improve customer experience'
27 skylights have been installed on platform one at Coventry railway station


Full list of road closures for Coventry Half Marathon and Coventry 10k this month
Both events will be held in the city centre on Sunday, April 27


FOOTBALL - Frank Lampard praises Coventry City supporters after league attendance record broken in West Brom win
The Sky Blues cruised to a 2-0 victory against the Baggies courtesy of goals from Jack Rudoni and Matt Grimes at the Coventry Building Society Arena.


New children's home open in Coventry
The home, which can care for up to four children and young people at a time, aims to provide ‘same-day, short-term’ care when help is needed at short notice


Mystery surrounds closed pub as scaffolding goes up
The boozer has a longstanding link with region's biker community


Five brilliant reasons why you should visit Coventry city centre - including 'friendliest pub going'
Footfall is down compared to pre-pandemic levels according to reports


RSPCA Coventry branch to make major change every visitors will notice
The Coundon Wedge Drive-based branch provides a vital service


Coventry initiative to launch health and wellbeing fair this month
Unity in Coventry will host its second health and wellbeing fair at The Yard
