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Amnesty for the safe disposal of nitrous oxide launched in Warwickshire

Nitrous oxide, commonly known as 'laughing gas' is used as a short-acting sedative and pain reliever in medicine and dentistry.

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Reeves, Lammy Among First Casualties of New PM's Reshuffle - NATIONAL NEWS

Andy Burnham wasted little time asserting control over the Labour government on his first day as Prime Minister, ousting several senior figures closely associat

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Big change for historic Coventry hotel as images unveiled

It is an iconic landmark in the city

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Coventry MP 'delighted' as Andy Burnham officially becomes newest UK Prime Minister

Mary Creagh said the former Manchester Mayor will be 'laser-focused' and will 'restore trust in politics'

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FOOTBALL - Coventry City under-21s claim pre-season victory at Leamington

Both Tristen Batanwi and Nsemi Bassega found the net for the young Sky Blues while a trilaist also struck for Liam Kelly's side at the Your Co-op Community Stadium.

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Andy Burnham as new PM is 'exciting' for Coventry, says Mayor

Sir Keir Starmer made his final speech as Prime Minister on Monday (July 20) before formally resigning ahead of Andy Burnham being confirmed as the new incumbent later in the day

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Singer-songwriter Bill Bates tuning up for concert in aid of Myton Hospices

The concert will feature songs from Bill's album Madhouse, written and recorded in support of Myton Hospice.

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Starmer Bows Out as PM - National News

Sir Keir Starmer formally stepped down as prime minister on Monday, ending a two-year premiership that began with a landslide election win and closed amid...

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Godiva Festival 2027 return in doubt as Coventry City Council says 'exploring all options'

The future of the beloved Coventry Godiva Festival remains uncertain as the council reviews this year's 'Godiva in the City' event

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Man who ran drug distribution hub from his bedroom caught after Coventry Airport discovery

Officers intercepted a parcel from the USA at Coventry Airport in November 2025

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Reports 'man with knife chased children' in Rugby as police speak out

Police investigated social media claims of a man chasing children with a knife in Rugby, but found no offences had occurred and CCTV showed no weapons being used

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FOOTBALL - Coventry City 'raise offer' in bid to sign goalkeeper Carl Rushworth

According to Sky Sports News, the Sky Blues are now in 'advanced talks' to sign the goalkeeper.

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FOOTBALL - Coventry City held by League Two side Northampton Town in pre-season stalemate

The Sky Blues stepped up their preparations ahead of the 2026/27 season with a trip to Sixfields Stadium.

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Cherished Coventry hospice set to receive funding boost from popular charity bike ride

Zoe’s Place Coventry is one of three organisations – alongside University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) and Nuneaton BMX Club – which will be supported from the Starley Sportive ride

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'Significant disruption to drug dealing' in Foleshill in police raid

It was led by the North East Priority Crime Team (PCT)

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The full cost of new Tip to You service to tackle fly-tipping in Coventry

Bringing the Tip to You is being trialled in Foleshill, Radford and Stoke

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First look at 'The Bridge' new building at Coventry school

It will boast 13 main teaching rooms

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A46 50mph warning as major roadworks scheme gets underway

Roadworks are beginning on the A46 Walsgrave junction upgrade with overnight closures and a reduced speed limit

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Campaign aims to keep motorcyclists safe on Warwickshire's roads

The campaign aims to reduce the number of motorcyclists killed and seriously injured on Warwickshire's roads.

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Thousands of local families struggling to afford baby essentials amid cost-of-living crisis

Eight thousand families and 12,000 children in the West Midlands received help from baby banks last year, as the Baby Bank Alliance highlights the growing scale of child poverty across the region.