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'Undervalued' wildlife missing from celebratory banknote shortlist, says charity
“Gulls, badgers, rats and pigeons all divide opinion - but this would have been a great opportunity to discuss these fantastic animals."
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Olympic pool housing plan divides locals as some say 'these flats are needed'
Housing is the most likely option for Coventry's former Olympic swimming pool site after demolition was approved – and The Elephant leisure centre could also face the wrecking ball, according to former city council regeneration boss Jim O'Boyle
West Midlands Police 999 call response times improve to hit 97% national standard
The time a 999 call rings before being answered is falling, according to a report presented to the West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner's Accountability and Governance Board
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Housing plans backed as ‘common sense’ but others mourn loss of historic church
The buildings that once housed a 200-year-old Coventry church have been demolished, clearing the Woodway Lane site in Potters Green for four new semi-detached homes
Coventry woman honoured for work in fight against Alzheimer's
Carol Jennings, who volunteered as a research participant, has been posthumously recognised for her pivotal contribution to Alzheimer's disease research and the development of new treatments
Not Earlsdon or Allesley - the Coventry suburb where house prices are rising fastest
We've taken a look at the latest property prices in Coventry
West Midlands Police welcomes sweetest recruits
“Rose is a fantastic dog, although the 5am starts have taken a bit of getting used to. But she’s brought so much joy to our family."
Getting ready for the arrival of Westeros in Stratford
The world premiere of Game of Thrones: The Mad King, a new play based on the novels by George R.R. Martin, runs at the RSC, from July 20 to September 5.
New nature strategy launched as Warwickshire country park celebrates milestone
Ryton Pools Country Park’s 30th anniversary fun day also saw the launch of Warwickshire County Council’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy
Britain's Biggest Retailers Shed Nearly 18,000 Workers - NATIONAL NEWS
Some of Britain's largest retailers reported a combined reduction of almost 18,000 employees over the past year, as businesses across the sector contend...
Kenilworth Show set to celebrate best of British farming
Some of the finest finest animals from across the country will be at the Kenilworth Show.
New nightclub among plans explored for The Elephant building next to Coventry baths
Steve Reed, the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, has written to Coventry City Council to approve demolition of the historic pool building, with housing development expected to follow
City's oversupply of student bedrooms prompts plan to turn them into adult HMOs
Student rooms are lying empty due to Brexit and Covid affecting international places combined with a local saturation of accommodation
The Coventry suburb where almost half of children are living in poverty
Thousands of children in Coventry are living in poverty according to new figures - with one area particularly badly affected
Most wanted man in West Midlands still missing after six years on the run
Sayed Hersi, wanted by West Midlands Police for breaching a court order, has had his mugshot viewed over 142,000 times in six years – but his whereabouts remain a complete mystery
New cycle lane slammed as 'ridiculous' as Coventry faces 10 months of chaos
The Willenhall cycleway works on London Road are now scheduled to begin on 15 June 2026, aiming to improve safety and accessibility between Coventry city centre and Tollbar End
West Midlands rape victims support concerns raised as sexual assault reports rise
A report showed 51,943 violent crimes against women and girls in West Midlands but Victims Advocate Natalie Queiroz warned the 16.2% drop could mask under-reporting, as rape offences rose 4.4% and she slammed the 'appalling' non-custodial sentences handed to three teenage rapists
The curious tale of Old Joe: The Warwickshire man who lived and died in a pig sty
He gained fame during his lifetime for the way he lived, but should more have been done?
Take That support act The Script announce top secret Coventry gig tonight
The band will play an intimate show at a city pub
British Heart Foundation to Close 150 Charity Shops Across UK - NATIONAL NEWS
British Heart Foundation has announced plans to close around 150 charity shops across the UK over the next two years as it battles rising costs...