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The Coventry Observer

Warwickshire residents cycle over 64,000 miles during Cycle September

This cycling feat was prompted by Warwickshire County Council’s ongoing partnership with the Love to Ride cycling app.

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The Coventry Observer

Pet Emergencies in Coventry: What Local Owners Need to Know

A pet emergency rarely happens at a convenient moment

Coventry Live - Coventry News

Armed units and dog handlers deployed in Coventry raid 'like Grand Theft Auto'

Officers were spotted across Longford and Foleshill

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Paperboy found hung from tree near Coventry was 'unlawfully killed', inquest is told

Mark Billington, 15, was found hanged from a tree in woodland in Meriden, near Coventry, in 1984 — a coroner has now ruled he was unlawfully killed after 42 years

The Coventry Observer

FOOTBALL - Coventry Sphinx concede late on in defeat at Moulton

Sphinx fell behind after just two minutes as Adam Dicks put the home side into an early lead at Brunting Road.

The Coventry Observer

Local charities urged to apply for grants of up to £20,000 as Severn Trent opens new funding round

Charities and community organisations across region are being encouraged to apply for grants of up to £20,000 as Severn Trent opens a new round of funding...

Coventry Live - Coventry News

Six people re-arrested after being freed under West Midlands early release scheme

Six people released early from prison in the West Midlands have been re-arrested, mostly for breaching their licence conditions or shoplifting, police have confirmed — as officers warn the scheme could raise concerns over local theft levels.

Coventry Live - Coventry News

Guests at Coventry hotel forced to flee amid room fire

Engines from Coventry and Foleshill stations were sent to the scene

The Coventry Observer

Heartbroken mum appeals for calm following Bradley Lowery taunt at Coventry City match

A teenager has been arrested after an online video appeared to show a City fan taunting Sunderland fans with a photo of deceased six-year-old Bradley Lowery

The Coventry Observer

FOOTBALL - Coventry United slip to late defeat at rivals Nuneaton Town

Nuneaton led through Luke Softley's goal just eight minutes into the second half following a goalless first period at The Oval.

Coventry Live - Coventry News

Exemplary behaviour to attendance battles: What the new Ofsted 'Report Cards' reveal about Coventry schools

We've taken a look at what Ofsted has to say about Coventry's primary schools

The Coventry Observer

FOOTBALL - Coventry City boss Frank Lampard talks up Tatsuhiro Sakamoto and Taiwo Awoniyi impact

Sakmoto has started each of Coventry's last three games and opened the scoring against the Black Cats as the Sky Blues secured a 3-1 victory at the Coventry Building Society Arena.

Coventry Live - Coventry News

Coventry City fans unite to say 'we're sorry' in wake of vile Bradley Lowery taunt

A local family have launched a fundraising apology

The Coventry Observer

Double award triumph for Warwickshire charity champion

Lianne Kirkman is the driving force behind Helping Hands Community Project and The Esther Project.

Coventry Live - Coventry News

Expansion plan approved for HMO despite high concentration in this part of Coventry

The plans were previously refused and have since been scaled down so they are less obtrusive

Coventry Live - Coventry News

800 locals sign petition to stop Foleshill Fire Station 'cut' in just two hours

An event was held within the Tesco at Arena Park

Coventry Live - Coventry News

Coventry Telegraph death and funeral notices as tributes paid to loved ones

Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

Coventry Live - Coventry News

Fears over Coventry green belt as West Midlands Mayor given new planning powers

A group of Coventry councillors has asked for assurances after warning the move could put pressure on green belt land and leave residents without a voice

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HMO plans lodged to convert hotel 'already converted the upstairs'

Plans have been lodged with Coventry City Council to turn The Old Ball Hotel on Walsgrave Road into a 12-bedroom house of multiple occupation (HMO) for students and young working professionals

Coventry Live - Coventry News

Ruling made over CCTV at Coventry cemeteries after graves targeted

The council has set out a series of measures for preventing theft and vandalism