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CV21 news, reviews and local events in CV21 areas including Rugby, Hillmorton, New Bilton, and communities in CV21.
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Published: Tue, 17/11/2009 10:47
A selection of photographs from around Rugby, by local photographer - Matt Reeves......website: http://www.wix.com/mattmophoto/mattreeves, or e-mail: mattmoreeves@hotmail.com
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Published: Tue, 01/12/2009 23:34
Stunning shots of Rugby's skyline by local man - Paul Hart
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Published: Wed, 18/11/2009 15:23
A collection of photographs of fireworks from around Rugby, by local photographer - Neil Lanwarne
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Published: Mon, 12/01/2009 00:03
Are the january blues hitting you hard, try Doctor Hilary Jone's 10 easy changes for a happier and healthier 2009.
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Published: Tue, 03/03/2009 22:21
People across the Rugby area will soon have their new blue lid recycling bins delivered to their doorstep.
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Published: Sat, 10/01/2009 02:45
Warwickshire Police, Warwickshire County Council and the Probation Service are working together to prevent graffiti and criminal damage.
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Published: Sat, 10/01/2009 01:37
Now that winter is here, the THINK! Road safety campaign is reminding parents and children to Be Safe & Be Seen as the nights draw in.
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Published: Sat, 10/01/2009 01:43
Warwickshire Police is joining forces with the Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA)to warn people of the dangers of not protecting their identity properly.
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Published: Mon, 29/12/2008 00:45
Warwickshire County Council wins National Energy Institute Awards with their 'Switch It Off' campaign.
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Published: Mon, 29/12/2008 04:20
A brand new purpose built children's centre has been opened at Boughton Leigh infant school in Hollowell Way, Brownsover, enabling families with young children to benefit from access to a wide range of services all under one roof.
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Published: Sun, 26/10/2008 22:21
Hillmorton & Paddox Womens Institute has launched it's own Alert Line in partnership with Warwickshire Police.
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Published: Tue, 24/12/2013 13:55
Communities across southern and south west England urged to prepare for risk of flooding.
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Published: Fri, 20/12/2013 12:35
Police are reminding people to be quick off the mark when it comes to making sure gifts and new goods bought over the festive period are security coded.
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Published: Fri, 20/12/2013 12:20
A cyclist was seriously injured in a road traffic collision in Southam on Thursday (19/12/2013) morning.
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Published: Tue, 17/12/2013 13:27
Rugby First has appointed a new non-Executive Chairman, Alistair George, and said a fond farewell to outgoing and much respected non-executive Chairman, Robin Richter, following his announcement to retire earlier this month.
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Published: Tue, 17/12/2013 13:04
Christmas has come early at Caldecott Park with the completion of a £15,000 revamp of the park's play areas.
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Published: Fri, 13/12/2013 17:56
The Barley Mow pub in Newbold are holding their Christmas Fayre this Saturday, followed by a night with the Dukes Jetty playing live!
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Published: Thu, 12/12/2013 19:03
Select Newman's estate agents to market your property and see it featured in a unique and exclusive, printed and digital versions of the 'Rugby property Guide'
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Published: Wed, 11/12/2013 17:47
The date for the next Food & Farmers Market is to move forward by a week so that customers can buy seasonal produce in time for the Christmas festivities.
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Published: Wed, 11/12/2013 17:33
Cllr Anthony Gillias was joined at Wednesday's (December 4) official opening ceremony by Rugby synchronised swimmer Sophie Randle, who has set her sights on competing at the 2016 Olympics in Rio after recently being selected for the Great Britain senior squad.
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Published: Wed, 11/12/2013 17:03
The inquest into the death of David Ryding concluded yesterday, 10 December 2013 determining that David’s death was lawful (self-defence).
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Published: Mon, 09/12/2013 14:47
Warwickshire County Council has unveiled a fleet of new gritters ready to take on winter’s snow and ice.
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Published: Mon, 09/12/2013 14:24
In a follow up to their crime and road safety campaign conducted in Rugby and Nuneaton in September, police and Rugby Community Safety Partnership have announced that six of the vehicles confiscated in the campaign have now been disposed of, including three vehicles that have been crushed.
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Published: Fri, 06/12/2013 14:05
A 70 year old woman suffered serious injuries as a result of a robbery in Arches Lane, Rugby yesterday morning, December 5th.
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Published: Wed, 04/12/2013 17:40
A giant 'ready-made' art work has gone on display in the foyer at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum.
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Published: Tue, 03/12/2013 18:38
Warwickshire County Council’s Trading Standards Service warns residents to beware the ‘12 Cons Of Christmas. As the festive season approaches, Trading Standards Officers are supporting the National Trading Standards Board scam alerts and raising awareness locally.
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Published: Tue, 03/12/2013 15:48
Licensees across Warwickshire and West Mercia police areas are being urged to “call time on violent crime” by helping prevent violence and disorder during the run up to Christmas and the New Year.
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Published: Tue, 03/12/2013 13:46
The driver of a heavy goods vehicle was extremely fortunate not to have been seriously injured following a crash on the motorway on Monday morning.
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Published: Mon, 02/12/2013 20:38
The ever popular Santa’s Grotto, organised by the Rotary Clubs of Rugby and supported by Rugby First Rangers, is on the move to the ‘Clock Towers Shopping Centre’ this Christmas.
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Published: Mon, 02/12/2013 20:29
Action is underway in Warwickshire on an array of fronts to try and ensure as few people as possible die this winter.
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Published: Fri, 29/11/2013 14:52
Following the success of the first residential bootcamp, Military Fitness Circuits are preparing to make the second even bigger and better in January 2014.
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Published: Wed, 27/11/2013 14:42
Artist Clare Pentlow has won this year's first prize in the Rugby Open exhibition, currently on show at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum.
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Published: Tue, 26/11/2013 16:33
Work has now started on a £15,000 revamp of the play areas at Caldecott Park.
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Published: Tue, 26/11/2013 10:29
Over 50 students from age five to 17 took over the police forces in Warwickshire and West Mercia on the nationally run, Children’s Commissioner’s Takeover Day, on Friday 22 November 2013.
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Published: Tue, 26/11/2013 10:24
Police in Rugby are appealing for witnesses to a burglary that took place at KCP Children's Nursery in Stretton on Dunsmore overnight between 6pm on Thursday 21st and 7.30 am on Friday 22nd November
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Published: Tue, 26/11/2013 09:50
Blue Arrow Recruitment has beaten off stiff competition from twenty-five other town centre businesses to win this year’s ‘Best Dressed Christmas Window competition’ and lift the prized cup for the first time.
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Published: Mon, 25/11/2013 20:04
The opening of the new Armed Forces Centre in Nuneaton marked the beginning of a new era in the provision of support for veterans and serving members of the armed forces.
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Published: Mon, 25/11/2013 17:01
Four Rugby secondary schools, together with the Rugby Youth Council, have recommended a series of activities to promote the birthplace of the game during the 2015 Rugby World Cup.
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Published: Mon, 25/11/2013 13:46
Shoppers can park for free at Rugby town centre's John Barford car park on selected Saturdays before Christmas.
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Published: Mon, 25/11/2013 13:38
Residents and businesses will have another opportunity to contribute towards the borough's prestigious new Diamond Wood next week, with the second public tree planting day.
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Published: Wed, 20/11/2013 13:07
G-Force Martial Arts in Rugby are launching a new ladies only kickboxing course, taking place over 12 weeks for just £99!
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Published: Wed, 20/11/2013 12:48
A woman horse rider has been airlifted to hospital after falling and injuring herself half a mile from the nearest dirt track.
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Published: Wed, 20/11/2013 10:41
Warwickshire County Council’s Cabinet agreed at a recent meeting to redesign the mobile library service and operate with a smaller fleet.
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Published: Mon, 18/11/2013 16:12
X Factor 2013 finalist ‘Kingsland Road’, will be performing and switching on Rugby town centre’s Christmas lights on Sunday 24th November.
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Published: Mon, 18/11/2013 14:54
A late night shopping event, planned for Thursday 28 November, will see a wide range of Rugby town centre independent businesses open until 8pm and the launch of the ‘Indie Christmas trail’
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Published: Mon, 18/11/2013 14:25
Four enterprising Warwickshire College students could be off to the Big Apple after making the final of the national Market Maker Challenge with their innovative business idea.
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Published: Fri, 15/11/2013 17:06
Rugby town centre’s big Christmas light switch on will take place on Sunday 24 November and it’s out with the old and in with the new as the changes are rung for this year’s celebrations.
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Published: Fri, 15/11/2013 17:01
Thousands of young people will flock to The Skills Show at the NEC this week and Warwickshire College will be there as a premier sponsor to spark careers ideas and offer have-a-go opportunities to visitors to their exhibition stands.
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Published: Fri, 15/11/2013 16:55
A £25,000 grant has paved the way for a new play area at Newbold's Avon Mill Recreation Ground.
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Published: Fri, 15/11/2013 13:21
West Midlands Ambulance Service is welcoming the initial findings of Sir Bruce Keogh and his review into Urgent and Emergency Care.
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Published: Fri, 15/11/2013 12:38
Children at Eastlands Primary were given a musical treat with a visit by I Flautisti, a professional recorder ensemble from London.
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Published: Thu, 14/11/2013 16:07
X Factor group 'Kingsland Road' stopped off at the Rugby Peugeot dealership this afternoon to sign autographs and Pudsey bears to raise money for Children In Need.
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Published: Thu, 14/11/2013 11:03
Hope4 and Mr Robinson's Barbershop have organised a 'Sponsor a Pillow' appeal for Rugby's homeless this winter, you can help by donating £5 sponsorship for a pillow.
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Published: Thu, 14/11/2013 10:01
Police in Rugby are appealing for information following a burglary at the home of an elderly woman in Newbold, Rugby.
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Published: Tue, 12/11/2013 22:46
Alcohol Awareness Week gets underway next week from November 18-24 and as part of it Warwickshire will be looking to tackle the weighty problem by talking calories.
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Published: Tue, 12/11/2013 22:33
Warwickshire Police has carried out a high profile policing operation in Rugby to crack down on the criminal use of vehicles travelling in and out of the town.
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Published: Tue, 12/11/2013 22:23
Police in Rugby are appealing for the possible victim of a burglary to come forward after a number of items, which they believe have been stolen, were located in the house of a burglary suspect.
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Published: Mon, 11/11/2013 12:25
A cemetery chapel has been destroyed after vandals broke in and set fire to it in the early hours of Sunday morning (10th November).
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Published: Mon, 11/11/2013 12:17
An awards ceremony has been held to honour members of the public from across the West Midlands region who have gone beyond the call of duty to help save lives and support the work of West Midlands Ambulance Service’s 4,000 staff.
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Published: Mon, 11/11/2013 10:49
On Monday 11th November Warwickshire Family Information Service will be joining others across the country to help promote the work that they do.
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Published: Mon, 11/11/2013 10:38
Are you worried about bullying? Then why not come along to the Parents’ Anti-bullying Road Show on 18th November 2013 at the Pump Rooms in Leamington Spa from 6.00 – 8.30pm.
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Published: Thu, 07/11/2013 11:10
West Midlands Ambulance Service dealt with three motorway incidents within five minutes of each other on Sunday afternoon.
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Published: Wed, 06/11/2013 17:45
A joint community forum for all of the communities in the borough of Rugby will take place at Warwickshire College, Technology Drive, next Monday 11th November from 6pm.
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Published: Wed, 06/11/2013 16:25
A man caught transporting a large quantity of scrap metal through Rugby without a licence has been fined £950.
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Published: Tue, 05/11/2013 15:54
A senior West Mercia detective is urging people to step up their computer security to prevent cyber criminals accessing their systems to block files before issuing a ransom demand for their release.
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Published: Tue, 05/11/2013 15:25
Police are appealing for witnesses to an attempted robbery which took place in Butlers Leap, Rugby on Friday evening (1st November).
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Published: Mon, 04/11/2013 11:29
Three projects which will boost the rural economy and create or safeguard over 100 jobs have been launched by the Coventry and Warwickshire Local Enterprise Partnership.
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Published: Mon, 04/11/2013 11:26
This mornings’s national Fire Brigades Union strike, over its ongoing dispute with Government on proposed changes to firefighters’ pensions, has ended.
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Published: Mon, 04/11/2013 11:18
J. Parriss Jewellers will be making their customers face shine over the next few months by providing them with free town centre car parking.
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Published: Thu, 31/10/2013 12:03
Police have made a direct appeal to missing prisoner Alan Giles to hand himself in as officers step up the hunt for him.
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Published: Wed, 30/10/2013 14:33
People with diabetes asked to check their insulin pens or pen cartridges because of quality concerns
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Published: Mon, 28/10/2013 14:21
Zeus, Miya and Shadow are not the average trainee constable – they are the latest puppies being trained with a view to becoming police dogs in the forces’ joint dog section.
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Published: Fri, 25/10/2013 16:18
A Rugby motorbike rider was knocked off his bike on a roundabout, by a car who changed lanes and drove straight into him!
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Published: Fri, 25/10/2013 15:50
Anti-bullying week takes place annually in November and each year has a different theme. For 2013 the theme is ‘The future is ours. Safe, fun and connected.’
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Published: Fri, 25/10/2013 12:19
Olympic gold medallist and world renowned show jumper Nick Skelton is the latest famous equestrian to support Warwickshire Horse Watch, a partnership scheme between Warwickshire Police and Warwickshire horse owners to help fight equine related crime.
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Published: Fri, 25/10/2013 12:08
A 29 year-old man has been remanded in custody charged with a drug offence following a routine police stop of a vehicle near Rugby.
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Published: Thu, 24/10/2013 14:16
G-Force Martial Arts are holding a series of open evenings at their different venues to allow people to try out the training, and see if it is for them.
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Published: Wed, 23/10/2013 16:25
An incredible 55 cyclists took advantage of the opportunity to register their bicycle on a national crime prevention database for free on Friday at a special event held outside Rugby ASDA – with many also taking advantage of a free bike service.
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Published: Mon, 21/10/2013 17:36
Police investigating the unexplained death of a woman in Rugby who was found near to the junction of James Street and Albert Street in the early hours of Thursday 17 October, are appealing for anyone to come forward who may have seen her the previous day.
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Published: Fri, 18/10/2013 17:47
You are invited to join in with the ‘Black History Day' Celebrations on Saturday 19th October 2013.
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Published: Fri, 18/10/2013 17:26
A Rugby scout group officially opens its new headquarters on Saturday -finally realising the dream of owning its own home.
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Published: Fri, 18/10/2013 17:10
Contracts have now been signed for West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) to step-in and lead on the NHS111 service from NHS Direct the West Midlands with effect from 11th November 2013.
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Published: Fri, 18/10/2013 16:33
Rugby Art Gallery and Museum has launched a new pottery class for adults with learning disabilities.
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Published: Fri, 18/10/2013 13:05
The body found near to the James Street/Albert Street junction in Rugby yesterday has been identified as a 39 year old local woman.
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Published: Thu, 17/10/2013 21:20
A woman has been arrested in connection with the discovery of a body in Rugby this morning, Thursday October 17.
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Published: Thu, 17/10/2013 17:18
Warwickshire College’s performing arts learning company, Spitfire Theatre Productions, is staging a production of the classic Samuel Beckett play Waiting for Godot from 22-26 October in the theatre at our Rugby centre in Technology Drive, Rugby.
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Published: Thu, 17/10/2013 17:10
The Benn Hall takes a trip down memory lane next month when Hits from the Blitz swings into town.
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Published: Thu, 17/10/2013 13:43
Police are appealing for information after the body of a woman was discovered in Rugby in the early hours of this morning.
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Published: Wed, 16/10/2013 12:25
Officers investigating the death of 26 year old David RYDING from Moreton in Wirral, Merseyside following an incident near the Clock Tower in Market Place, Rugby, at approximately 5am on Sunday 7 July have been advised to take no further action against the 21 year male who was arrested on suspicion of his murder.
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Published: Tue, 15/10/2013 13:30
Police were called to an address in Morris Close, in the Newbold area of Rugby following the death of a man.
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Published: Mon, 14/10/2013 11:51
Soap and water and a clean pair of hands are the number one enemy of germs as a countywide push gets underway to help everyone keep well this winter.
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Published: Mon, 14/10/2013 11:31
Rugby cyclists will be able to get a free bike check and register their bike on a national crime-prevention database on Friday 18th October.
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Published: Mon, 14/10/2013 11:28
Almost half of all electric blankets tested by Warwickshire County Council Trading Standards failed, the service has announced.
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Published: Mon, 14/10/2013 11:11
One hundred vehicles were stopped and checked during multi agency operations aimed at reducing metal thefts across West Mercia.
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Published: Mon, 14/10/2013 10:15
Warwickshire College are offering you a chance to gain new skills, improve confidence, self-esteem and progress onto further education programmes or employment.
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Published: Fri, 11/10/2013 13:11
The number of victims of crime in Warwickshire has continued to fall during the first six months of the financial year.
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Published: Fri, 11/10/2013 12:50
Warwickshire Police CID officers have seized a quantity of cannabis plants and associated hydroponics equipment, after executing a drugs warrant at an address in Alfred Street, Rugby.
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Published: Fri, 11/10/2013 10:26
SKA legend Neville Staple brings his band to the Benn Hall for a special start to 2014.
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Published: Thu, 10/10/2013 17:26
The Wune Tang Academy offer high quality instruction and training in the Korean martial art of Tang Soo-Do.
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Published: Mon, 07/10/2013 22:20
Revellers can expect a trick and treat on Thursday 31 October when the BENN celebrates All Hallows' Evening with a bang.
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Published: Mon, 07/10/2013 21:28
Warwickshire’s Sky Ride Local guided bike rides are still running on weekends in October, so why not take part in one of the rides that will be taking place in Stratford district?
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Published: Mon, 07/10/2013 21:24
In the wake of worrying research on the number of children in Warwickshire not being appropriately restrained in cars a series of ‘Car Seat Clinics’ are being held around the county.
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Published: Mon, 07/10/2013 21:15
Residents in Warwickshire are encouraged to think about their own mental health and wellbeing on World Mental Health Day on 10th October 2013.
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Published: Mon, 07/10/2013 21:12
To help members of the public understand the scale of the financial challenge faced by Warwickshire County Council over the next four years, the council has launched a new online budget calculator.
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Published: Mon, 07/10/2013 17:36
A fun day takes place on Saturday to celebrate the opening of Cawston’s new play area.
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Published: Fri, 04/10/2013 16:47
Theft of motorbikes has been steadily increasing in the Rugby area. In total 63 have been stolen in the last 12 months – an average of 5 offences per month.
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Published: Fri, 04/10/2013 13:44
In response to local businesses saying that the Apprenticeship programme is complex, ever changing and bureaucratic, the County Council has set up an Apprenticeship Hub.
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Published: Fri, 04/10/2013 11:01
The specialist team at La Petite Beautique would like to invite everyone to the grand opening of their brand new beauty salon on the Saturday the 5th of October in Cawston.
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Published: Thu, 03/10/2013 15:26
A series of free dog clinics take place in Rugby next week.
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Published: Thu, 03/10/2013 13:21
Celebrity gardener Christine Walkden presented the prizes at this year's Rugby in Bloom award ceremony.
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Published: Wed, 02/10/2013 14:47
Car Conversion, a company which tried to convert a Mercedes from right-hand to left-hand drive but instead left the car dangerous and unroadworthy was ordered to pay £1,155 in prosecution costs and £5,000 compensation after an investigation by Warwickshire County Council Trading Standards Service and Havering Trading Standards Service.
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Published: Wed, 02/10/2013 14:29
In these cash strapped times, it is great to know that you can still find good value and a day out in Warwickshire’s Country Parks is just that!
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Published: Wed, 02/10/2013 13:28
Aphrodite Beauty are holding a Botox and Anti Wrinkle clinic on Tuesday 15th October
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Published: Tue, 01/10/2013 17:30
Sky Ride – the series of recreational cycling events and local rides from British Cycling and Sky – won the ‘Cycling Advocacy’ title at Wednesday’s Bike Biz Awards.
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Published: Mon, 30/09/2013 12:53
Rugby’s first ‘Food and Drink Festival’ (including ‘Real Ale Trail’) cooked up a real storm as thousands enjoyed the fantastic feast of food, fun and real ales served up as part of the four day festival.
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Published: Mon, 30/09/2013 10:54
The CSW Broadband project, which aims to bring improved broadband across Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire, has released a new map showing additional areas that are under investigation to be upgraded to receive superfast broadband.
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Published: Fri, 27/09/2013 16:16
The Benn Hall has battened down the hatches in readiness for another night of barnstorming comedy next month.
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Published: Fri, 27/09/2013 16:05
Thousands of Warwickshire residents could be putting their lives at risk this winter by not taking advantage of their free flu vaccination.
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Published: Fri, 27/09/2013 12:05
The national Fire Brigades Union strike, over its ongoing dispute with Government on proposed changes to firefighters’ pensions, has ended.
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Published: Thu, 26/09/2013 19:45
A fun event has been organised at Rugby Superbowl to celebrate 10years of the Warwickshire Air Ambulance saving lives.
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Published: Wed, 25/09/2013 13:31
Warwickshire College’s six centres are opening their doors to prospective students at a series of open events next week.
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Published: Wed, 25/09/2013 12:42
TeenStar is the UK's first and only singing competition exclusively for teenagers
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Published: Wed, 25/09/2013 11:41
Entries to this year's Rugby Calendar Competition have gone on display at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum.
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Published: Wed, 25/09/2013 11:31
As part of Rugby’s first ‘Food and Drink Festival’, running from Thursday 26th to Sunday 29th in Rugby town centre, La Casa Loco, will be opening especially for the festival on Sunday 29th September, from 5pm to 8.30pm.
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Published: Mon, 23/09/2013 11:13
Rugby Borough Council has joined forces with the Arrhythmia Alliance charity to install Public Access Defibrillators (PADs) at the Town Hall and Rugby Visitor Centre.
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Published: Mon, 23/09/2013 10:52
It’s ‘Ready, Steady, Cook’ time as Rugby’s first ‘Food and Drink Festival’ (including ‘Real Ale Trail’) fires into action later this week.
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Published: Fri, 20/09/2013 13:49
The Boat Inn at Newbold are holding a Wild West Themed Night to raise funds for the charity SADS UK.
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Published: Fri, 20/09/2013 11:34
Community groups are being urged to apply for recycled computers from the county council.
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Published: Fri, 20/09/2013 11:27
Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) in Warwickshire and West Mercia will have new powers and will be working longer hours from 30 September to help keep communities safe from harm.
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Published: Thu, 19/09/2013 10:50
Warwickshire County Council has made significant improvements to their school closure alerts system for parents.
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Published: Thu, 19/09/2013 10:40
Nearly £3 million worth of counterfeit goods seized at Wellesbourne Market following joint agency operation
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Published: Thu, 19/09/2013 10:35
A shop owner has been fined after his store, the Quality Supermarket on North Street Rugby, sold alcohol to a child.
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Published: Thu, 19/09/2013 10:26
Top children's book illustrator Jess Mikhail visits Rugby Art Gallery and Museum next month for the Big Draw.
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Published: Wed, 18/09/2013 13:04
AboutMyArea have teamed up with the Benn Hall to offer two lucky readers the chance to win two tickets to the new comedy night starting on Thursday 19th September.
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Published: Wed, 18/09/2013 12:11
A town centre shop celebrates a decade of trading in Rugby this month.
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Published: Tue, 17/09/2013 14:03
Police in Rugby are appealing for witnesses to an assault in Wood Street involving a pedal cyclist and a 16-year old pedestrian.
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Published: Mon, 16/09/2013 13:53
National Eye Health Week runs from Monday 16th September to Sunday 22nd September reminding us of the importance of eye health and the need for regular sight tests.
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Published: Mon, 16/09/2013 13:43
Four men are appearing before magistrates at the South Warwickshire Justice Centre in Leamington today (Monday 16 September), charged with burglary at an address in High Street, Ryton on Dunsmore on 12 September.
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Published: Fri, 13/09/2013 18:17
Mister Robinsons Barbershop are inviting everyone to their pre open day celebrations on Saturday 14th September at their new Church Street premises.
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Published: Fri, 13/09/2013 16:54
A scheme to support schools and communities is now underway in schools across Warwickshire and West Mercia.
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Published: Fri, 13/09/2013 14:23
Rugby has struck gold for a sixth year in a row at the Heart of England in Bloom Awards.
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Published: Fri, 13/09/2013 14:02
Rugby's Military Fitness Circuits Stormed the infamous Wolf Run last weekend with a massive 206 participants entering the event.
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Published: Fri, 13/09/2013 13:00
Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd recalls six pre-packed bagged salad products containing watercress due to a possible link to a national outbreak of E.coli O157
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Published: Wed, 11/09/2013 15:56
Changes proposed to Warwickshire’s current primary school admissions process will increase parental choice and benefit families hoping to place siblings at the same school.
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Published: Wed, 11/09/2013 13:26
A special roadshow will help Warwickshire smokers get ready for October’s Stoptober which challenges them to quit for a month to add up to a week to their lives.
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Published: Tue, 10/09/2013 11:21
Police are investigating a serious assault at a nightclub in Rugby that left a male needing surgery for a broken cheek bone.
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Published: Mon, 09/09/2013 12:42
Police are concerned for the welfare of a 16 year old boy who was reported missing on August 12th.
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Published: Mon, 09/09/2013 11:36
As part of Rugby’s first food and drink festival (26 to 29 September), and to celebrate the ‘Rugby Real Ale Trail’, pub locals will be peddling around Rugby town centre on a ‘Beer Bike’.
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Published: Sat, 07/09/2013 14:22
A new campaign targeting alcohol-related violent crime, has been welcomed by Warwickshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner.
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Published: Sat, 07/09/2013 13:44
A number of Rugby town centre’s pubs, clubs and bars have been given a clean bill of health after they were visited last month as part of an multi-agency operation headed up by Warwickshire Police.
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Published: Fri, 06/09/2013 14:48
More than 20% of people are keeping up the old tradition of leaving a spare key hidden outdoors, a new survey by Keytek™ Locksmiths has revealed.
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Published: Wed, 04/09/2013 12:31
Send your child back to school with positive life skills such as respect, confidence, and anti-bullying awareness, with G-Force Martial Arts new course.
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Published: Wed, 04/09/2013 12:07
New government statistics show that each week on West Midlands roads, 15 children are injured in collisions with motor vehicles while out and about on foot.
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Published: Wed, 04/09/2013 11:25
Warwickshire’s Chief Fire Officer, Andy Hickmott has today renewed the call for sprinklers to be fitted in schools, social housing, new builds and high rise buildings.
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Published: Tue, 03/09/2013 17:18
An excellent opportunity for a self-motivated individual to work as a Self Employed Lettings Associate, at the Rugby branch of Newmans.
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Published: Tue, 03/09/2013 16:10
The proposed enhancement scheme which will continue the improvements for pedestrian access to Rugby Town Centre is going to public consultation at the end of this month.
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Published: Tue, 03/09/2013 15:56
A drug strategy launched today (3rd September) by Warwickshire Police and West Mercia Police aims to make life a misery for dealers while working with partners to steer addicts towards treatment and youngsters away from taking them.
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Published: Tue, 03/09/2013 15:46
Police would like to speak to the person pictured in the attached image in relation to the assault of a taxi driver.
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Published: Mon, 02/09/2013 14:48
A new campaign is being launched by Warwickshire Police aimed at reducing violent crime across the county.
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Published: Mon, 02/09/2013 12:41
Television presenter Aggie MacKenzie showed a clean pair of wheels when she joined in the fun at Pedal On Rugby.
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Published: Thu, 29/08/2013 22:39
Despite a van ending up on its side, facing the wrong way on a dual carriageway, its two occupants have escaped with only minor injuries near Warwick this afternoon.
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Published: Thu, 29/08/2013 22:39
Police are warning members of the public not to give personal details over the phone to callers claiming to be from their bank.
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Published: Thu, 29/08/2013 22:37
Too much time in front of screens – including TV and computer games – combined with a sedentary lifestyle is taking its toll on our children’s wellbeing and increasing their anxiety, according to a new Public Health England briefing paper.
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Published: Thu, 29/08/2013 22:37
Smokers in Warwickshire are being urged to protect their children and think twice about lighting up in the car as the August bank holiday draws near.
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Published: Thu, 29/08/2013 22:36
Looking for free activities to keep your young ones active and entertained over the school holidays? Sky Ride Local bike rides in Warwickshire are the perfect opportunity for the whole family to get together and take part in fun, community rides and explore the local area.
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Published: Thu, 29/08/2013 22:36
Personal Training in martial arts , kickboxing , self protection and much more
now available at G Force Martial Arts School, Rugby.
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Published: Thu, 29/08/2013 22:35
Rugby Borough Council has become the first council in Warwickshire to successfully apply for a verified twitter account.
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Published: Thu, 29/08/2013 22:35
Warwickshire consumers who are among the seven million people mis-sold card and/or identity protection policies by Card Protection Plan Limited (CPP) are being advised to keep all their compensation and not pay a claims management company.
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Published: Thu, 29/08/2013 22:26
Cresta Carpets are the Rugby based carpet shop that comes to you in the comfort of your own home.
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Published: Fri, 23/08/2013 17:12
The Boat Inn at Newbold are holding a fundraising fun day event for Great Ormond Street.
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Published: Fri, 23/08/2013 17:03
The Barley Mow pub in Newbold are holding a charity weekend to raise funds for the Myton Hospice.
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Published: Fri, 23/08/2013 13:57
Two children aged four and five years, who were reported missing from their home in Long lawford have been found safe and well.
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Published: Thu, 22/08/2013 14:40
About My Area showcases one of Rugby's true hidden gems, the fantastic Barley Mow Pub & Restaurant in Newbold.
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Published: Thu, 22/08/2013 14:10
A senior officer in the Warwickshire and West Mercia police forces, Alex Franklin-Smith has become the first serving officer on the revised National High Potential Development Scheme (HPDS) to achieve the substantive rank of superintendent.
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Published: Wed, 21/08/2013 10:35
A free family event at Rugby's new Viaduct Cycleway takes place next week when the Pedal On UK tour passes through the town.
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Published: Tue, 20/08/2013 12:46
A new club aims to help unemployed Brownsover residents back into work.
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Published: Tue, 20/08/2013 12:21
A brand new travel website will be launched in Rugby next week (Thursday 29th August) at the Pedal on UK Pedalling Picnic that’s being held on the new Leicester Road Viaduct cycleway.
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Published: Mon, 19/08/2013 17:52
The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Centre opens its doors to the public later this month.
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Published: Mon, 19/08/2013 14:09
With A-level results already out and GCSE results expected on Thursday, Warwickshire County Council is turning the spotlight on apprenticeships in a week when it’s been reported nationally that increasing numbers of students are opting to learn on the job.
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Published: Mon, 19/08/2013 13:31
A man has been arrested following two incidents in Rugby on Saturday night, August 17th.
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Published: Sat, 17/08/2013 18:54
A man suffered serious injuries when he was in collision with a car in Rugby town centre at about 04.30hrs this morning, Saturday August 17.
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Published: Fri, 16/08/2013 16:25
A Rugby teenager is fighting an aggressive form of Leukaemia, so his aunt is organising a party in the park to raise awareness of the disease, and raise funds for the teenage cancer trust.
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Published: Thu, 15/08/2013 17:04
The third annual Rugby Music Festival, a combination of live music and family entertainment and our showcase for local talent, will once again be held at Caldecott Park.
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Published: Thu, 15/08/2013 13:46
Warwickshire College students today picked up another outstanding set of A Level results, with a big improvement on last year’s impressive pass rate.
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Published: Wed, 14/08/2013 13:12
Four of the county’s Members of Youth Parliament attended the annual national sitting last month to discuss a range of issues affecting young people today.
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Published: Wed, 14/08/2013 10:58
A review of Rugby's small recycling centres has recommended closing all sites by the end of September.
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Published: Tue, 13/08/2013 19:05
Warwickshire Police and Crime Commissioner Ron Ball recently met with a group of young people to ask some searching questions thanks to support from Warwickshire County Council’s targeted youth support.
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Published: Mon, 12/08/2013 16:34
Rugby borough council has joined forces with the Dogs Trust to offer dog owners the chance to have pooches chipped for free on August 28th.
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Published: Mon, 12/08/2013 16:15
Warwickshire County Council has been successful in securing funding to expand nine of the county’s schools, creating over 1000 new school places by 2015.
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Published: Mon, 12/08/2013 13:46
A Jobs Fair organised by local MPs Marcus Jones and Dan Byles proved to be the perfect place for Warwickshire County Council to promote its latest apprenticeship opportunities – and encourage other employers to consider taking on an apprentice too.
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Published: Mon, 12/08/2013 13:15
Hundreds of children descended on Whitehall Recreation Ground to join in the fun on National Play Day.
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Published: Fri, 09/08/2013 12:43
Iconic buildings in Rugby open to the public in September to celebrate Heritage Open Days.
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Published: Fri, 09/08/2013 11:35
Rugy's refurbished Benn Hall has a packed programme of entertainment lined up for the coming months.
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Published: Thu, 08/08/2013 16:49
Warwickshire Police has launched a new telephone Crime and Safety Survey to ask local residents what they think about policing in their area and understand where policing services may need to improve.
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Published: Thu, 08/08/2013 15:56
The Tanks, Trucks & Firepower Show is back this year bigger and better, for the August Bank Holiday weekend!
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Published: Tue, 06/08/2013 17:12
The pilot of a light aircraft has had a luck escape after crash landing in a field near Loxley in Warwickshire earlier today.
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Published: Tue, 06/08/2013 15:05
Police are appealing for witnesses after a 62-year-old Rugby woman was robbed as she walked home last Thursday evening (1 August).
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Published: Mon, 05/08/2013 13:27
Rugby’s first ‘Food and Drink Festival’ will run from Thursday 26 to Sunday 29 September in a variety of town centre venues and locations.
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Published: Mon, 05/08/2013 13:03
With GCSE results day just three weeks away, a new report from the Department for Education shows that further education is still a top choice for school-leavers, with more Warwickshire students choosing it than the national average.
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Published: Mon, 05/08/2013 12:42
More than half of all waste is now recycled or composted in Warwickshire, a very different picture to just a few years ago when the vast majority went to landfill.
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Published: Fri, 02/08/2013 15:46
Heidi's Happy Hens are holding another fun packed open day this Sunday (04/08/2013)
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Published: Fri, 02/08/2013 14:46
Police are warning members of the public to be aware of a telephone scam which could result in people losing large amounts of money.
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Published: Fri, 02/08/2013 14:27
To secure the future of live music in the town centre the team behind The Vault, have thrown open their doors for local bands to use as a rehearsal space.
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Published: Wed, 31/07/2013 09:53
The start of Love Parks Week coincided with Paul Saleh's elaborate plan to propose to his girlfriend, Lucia Outhwaite.
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Published: Mon, 29/07/2013 14:44
Plans to revamp a Bilton play area proved child's play - thanks to a little help from junior school pupils.
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Published: Mon, 29/07/2013 14:31
More than 100 Military Fitness Circuits members donned their special pink vests and ran to raise nearly £2,000 for cancer research.
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Published: Mon, 29/07/2013 14:19
A former sports pavilion which had become a magnet for vandals and anti-social behaviour has been taken over by a scout troop.
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Published: Mon, 29/07/2013 11:53
As the sunshine and hot weather continues (albeit interrupted with the occasional rainstorm) police officers are again telling people they must take steps to prevent sneak-in burglaries.
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Published: Mon, 29/07/2013 09:00
Rugby's Caldecott Park has won the prestigious Green Flag Award for a sixth year in a row
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Published: Thu, 25/07/2013 13:59
RUGBY Borough Council can look forward to saving nearly £20,000 a year on energy bills after installing state of the art lighting at the Town Hall.
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Published: Wed, 24/07/2013 08:55
Aaron Barr, 21-years and formerly of Viaduct Close, Rugby, was remanded in custody when he appeared before magistrates in Leamington on Monday 22 July charged with two counts of burglary, theft of a BMW car and a number of associated driving offences.
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Published: Tue, 23/07/2013 10:14
Yousef Fouda joins Warwickshire College in the new role, which has been introduced in response to the growing importance of technology in further education.
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Published: Tue, 23/07/2013 08:30
Skipping breakfast may increase coronary heart disease risk, according to researchers.
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Published: Fri, 19/07/2013 10:34
Vehicles valued at nearly £100,000 have been stolen in car key burglaries in the Rugby area in the past ten days.
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Published: Thu, 18/07/2013 16:38
Rugby Borough Council has celebrated the first anniversary of its business administration apprenticeship scheme by pledging to help more young people move into the world of work.
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Published: Thu, 18/07/2013 16:06
Parts of the Midlands may experience ‘heatwave’ conditions over the next few days, according to Met Office forecasts.
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Published: Thu, 18/07/2013 15:30
Rugby's Got Talent 2013 comes to the Vault Nightclub this Saturday night (20/07/2013) from 6pm.
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Published: Thu, 18/07/2013 15:26
The Play Rangers Summer schedule has now been announced and they are looking to offer three extra days a week for more FREE Play Ranger outdoor Play Sessions!
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Published: Thu, 18/07/2013 13:30
A government report has praised Warwickshire and West Mercia Police’s responses to the funding challenge and hailed its alliance as one of the most ‘ambitious and extensive collaborations in the country.’
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Published: Thu, 18/07/2013 12:45
Shaun Jones aged 31, unemployed, of Ashwood Court Rugby has been charged with two counts of burglary and bailed to appear before Nuneaton Magistrates Court on Tuesday 23 July.
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Published: Thu, 18/07/2013 12:26
Virus removals, operating system updates, fault finding, and used computers for sale - Rugby Computers covers it all!
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Published: Wed, 17/07/2013 23:58
The Phase 2 consultation for HS2 launched today runs the risk of “consultation fatigue”, Warwickshire County Council has warned.
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Published: Wed, 17/07/2013 23:50
A newly elected youth panel will be speaking up for looked after children and helping to shape services in the county.
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Published: Wed, 17/07/2013 23:47
A call is going out in the continued hot weather to take care this summer and to look out for elderly family and friends as well as children and young babies who may be struggling to cope with the heat.
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Published: Wed, 17/07/2013 23:23
Warwickshire Family Information Service can take some of the worry out of school holidays in lots of different ways.
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Published: Wed, 17/07/2013 21:15
A new barbershop soon to open in Rugby town centre are looking for a new barber to work in the shop.
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Published: Wed, 17/07/2013 20:06
The ambitious project, a partnership between Rugby Borough Council, sustainable transport charity Sustrans, Warwickshire County Council and St. Modwen Properties, links Newbold with Rugby railway station and the town centre via the historic viaduct which spans Leicester Road and the River Avon.
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Published: Tue, 16/07/2013 14:47
Warwickshire County Council’s Fire & Rescue Service, in partnership with Warwickshire Police, Rugby Community Safety Wardens and The Rugby Rangers is relaunching the ‘Strike Out’ campaign.
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Published: Tue, 16/07/2013 14:24
Warwickshire families will have more opportunities to comment on early years savings proposals as more public consultation meetings are announced.
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Published: Mon, 15/07/2013 13:23
With newspapers in decline nationwide, there has never been a better time to switch your advertising budget to hyper-local news and media websites, such as AboutMyArea Rugby.
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Published: Mon, 15/07/2013 12:41
With the heat wave continuing and the hottest day of the year recorded over the weekend, ambulance crews were once again under pressure to deal with high numbers of 999 calls.
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Published: Mon, 15/07/2013 12:16
The ‘Rugby Festival of Culture’ drew to a close on Sunday and organisers are absolutely delighted with how the festival, now in its third year, has gone.
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Published: Fri, 12/07/2013 16:37
Four males have been charged with five burglaries in Sandford Way, Dunchurch, Percival Road and Charter Road in Rugby and two addresses in Merestone Close, Southam, which all took place on Wednesday 10 July.
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Published: Fri, 12/07/2013 16:22
The beautiful grounds of Coombe Country Park near Coventry now feature a stunning woodland seat designed by one of Warwickshire College’s Furniture Crafts students, Jan Waterston.
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Published: Fri, 12/07/2013 16:21
The Benn Hall is pleased to announce a sensational summer offer, with bookings for events taking place in the summer getting a discount of twenty per cent on the venue hire.
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Published: Fri, 12/07/2013 16:21
Residents are being urged not to try to swim at Newbold Quarry Park - regardless of how inviting it may look.
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Published: Fri, 12/07/2013 16:21
Bar 29 has evolved into a complete public house experience for punters, with food, drink, entertainment, and Sky sports on offer.
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Published: Fri, 12/07/2013 16:21
THE borough council has urged residents to check what waste goes into green recycling bins.
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Published: Fri, 12/07/2013 16:21
Police are seeking information from the public to help to locate a vehicle stolen in a burglary in Southam..
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Published: Fri, 12/07/2013 16:20
John Forrester aged 31 years, unemployed of Ashwood Court, Rugby appeared before magistrates in Leamington on Wednesday 10th July charged with two counts of burglary.
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Published: Fri, 12/07/2013 16:20
Children will have the chance to explore the Warwickshire countryside for bugs, bats and fossils with experts from Heritage and Culture Warwickshire over the forthcoming school holidays.
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Published: Fri, 12/07/2013 16:20
Keith Jones is a professional photographer from Rugby, who approaches his work in a stress free, friendly, and flexible manner without compromising on attention to detail, and the end result.
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Published: Wed, 10/07/2013 11:55
The £1.2 million Rugby Viaduct Cycleway will be officially opened by the town’s Mayor later this month.
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Published: Tue, 09/07/2013 14:40
The Bull Inn at Clifton are holding a regular night of live music every month, with the next night on Friday 12th July 2013.
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Published: Tue, 09/07/2013 11:10
West Midlands Ambulance Service is renewing calls for the public to use common sense with the Met Office predicting the high temperatures will continue for several more days.
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Published: Mon, 08/07/2013 14:33
Police have further arrested a 21 year old male from Rugby on suspicion of murder following an incident that occurred at 5am on Sunday morning 7 July 2013 near the taxi rank at the Clock Tower in Market Place, Rugby.
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Published: Mon, 08/07/2013 14:16
The NSPCC is today launching an ‘Underwear Rule' campaign to help parents protect their children from sexual abuse.
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Published: Fri, 05/07/2013 16:37
A fleet of new ambulances is set to hit the region’s roads after West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) took delivery of over 100 new emergency vehicles.
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Published: Fri, 05/07/2013 16:37
A fleet of new ambulances is set to hit the region’s roads after West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) took delivery of over 100 new emergency vehicles.
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Published: Fri, 05/07/2013 16:30
Mariane Cavalli, Principal and CEO of Warwickshire College, has welcomed the government’s plans for ‘tech levels’, aimed at raising the status of vocational qualifications in England.
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Published: Fri, 05/07/2013 16:19
With high temperatures being forecast for this weekend, West Midlands Ambulance Service are urging to public to take a few extra precautions to stay safe in the sun.
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Published: Fri, 05/07/2013 13:50
This year’s Rugby Festival of Culture, taking place in Rugby Town Centre and running from Friday 28 June until Sunday 14 July is now in full swing. Feedback so far has been excellent with many events selling out and plenty of interest in the remaining ones.
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Published: Fri, 05/07/2013 11:33
Rugby’s two-wheeled pub crawl for charity is back for 2013 and will take place on Saturday 6th July.
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Published: Thu, 04/07/2013 16:39
Police are appealing for witnesses to an attempted robbery on Lower Hillmorton Road in Rugby.
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Published: Thu, 04/07/2013 13:06
Flower power pulsated through the town centre on Wednesday 2nd July when more than 100 primary school pupils joined a ‘flash mob’ to welcome judges from Heart of England in Bloom.
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Published: Thu, 04/07/2013 13:00
Talented young musicians in County Music Service ensembles will be performing to Rugby residents at St. Andrew’s Church and The Clock Towers shopping centre this afternoon (Thursday 4th July).
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Published: Wed, 03/07/2013 12:40
A RARE Viking ring discovered on the outskirts of Rugby goes on display to the public for the first time later this month to celebrate the National Festival of Archaeology.
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Published: Tue, 02/07/2013 16:00
A new hotline has been set up by Warwickshire County Council for public transport and school bus enquiries.
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Published: Tue, 02/07/2013 15:56
Delivering help to those who need it most, when they need it most, has been thrown into the spotlight as a key piece of work comes under annual scrutiny.
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Published: Mon, 01/07/2013 10:37
Police are warning members of the public to be aware of a telephone scam, which has already resulted in a Kenilworth man losing £13,800
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Published: Fri, 28/06/2013 14:20
Britvic Soft Drinks is partnering with schools in Rugby this summer to host a series of enterprise work shops.
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Published: Fri, 28/06/2013 14:03
Rugby School Headmaster Patrick Derham has announced that he will be leaving next summer to take on a new role as head of Westminster School.
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Published: Fri, 28/06/2013 12:10
A man is believed to have jumped to his death this morning, from Clifton Road bridge into the path of an oncoming train.
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Published: Fri, 28/06/2013 11:47
The budget reductions faced by policing nationally are less than feared but they are still significant. In Warwickshire we are going to be faced with a real challenge to achieve further savings over and above those we have already made in recent years.
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Published: Fri, 28/06/2013 10:49
Figures released this week show that since the launch of Operation X crime has fallen by nine per cent across three areas of the county where the most disproportionate volumes of offences occur.
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Published: Thu, 27/06/2013 19:05
A whole host of events and activities are planned for this summer to keep Rugby youngsters busy and active.
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Published: Thu, 27/06/2013 17:45
Work to make a nature walk accessible for people with disabilities is underway, thanks to a project managed by Rugby Disability Forum.
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Published: Wed, 26/06/2013 14:29
A representative from West Midlands Ambulance Service recently visited Downing Street to support cardiac charity SADS UK in delivering a petition as part of their ‘The Big Shock Campaign’.
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Published: Wed, 26/06/2013 13:51
Officers from Warwickshire Police's Serious & Organised Crime Unit (Socu) arrested seven people on Tuesday 25th June, as part of an investigation into importing drugs into the UK.
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Published: Wed, 26/06/2013 13:34
A 40-year-old Rugby man has appeared at Nuneaton Magistrates Court today (25 June) charged with receiving stolen goods and possessing a Class B drug after his arrest by Operation X officers.
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Published: Wed, 26/06/2013 11:24
Rugby Borough Council has announced that it is to award just over £220,000 in grants to community and voluntary organisations this year. The grant awards were confirmed by the council’s Cabinet at a meeting on 24 June 2013.
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Published: Tue, 25/06/2013 14:18
Veterans and their families are to get additional support in the tough challenges they can often face in settling back into civilian life.
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Published: Mon, 24/06/2013 09:54
This year’s Rugby Festival of Culture runs from Friday 28th June until Sunday 14th July, and is expected to play host to thousands of people over the two week period.
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Published: Sun, 23/06/2013 11:54
Come along to the Clifton Wharf on Sunday 23rd June for a fun filled family day including bouncy castle, face painting, boat trips, and lots more!....and it's FREE ADMISSION!
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Published: Fri, 21/06/2013 16:15
The closing date for the Rugby Visitor Centre calendar competition is fast approaching, and photographers across the borough are invited to submit their entires.
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Published: Fri, 21/06/2013 15:42
"Screen", an exhibition by Leeds based artist Pip Dickens is a solo exhibition of new paintings opening at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum.
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Published: Fri, 21/06/2013 08:53
Warwickshire Police is looking to recruit new independent advisors to help provide a more relevant service to the community.
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Published: Thu, 20/06/2013 16:53
Over a thousand young people from Warwickshire schools are descending on Coombe Country Park this week to take part in an event to raise awareness of sustainability and environmental issues.
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Published: Thu, 20/06/2013 13:06
Military Fitness Circuits are celebrating partnering with one of the world's largest sports supplements companies - USN.
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Published: Thu, 20/06/2013 12:21
National Bookstart Week is taking place next week (24 June – 30 June) with a range of activities at Warwickshire Libraries for children under 5 years of age.
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Published: Thu, 20/06/2013 11:54
Police are trying to identify a vehicle which was involved in a non stop collision in Stockton last night, Wednesday June 19, in which a number of pedestrians were injured.
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Published: Wed, 19/06/2013 15:26
There is still time for people to have their say about redesign proposals for children’s disability services in Warwickshire.
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Published: Wed, 19/06/2013 14:59
This year looked after children in Warwickshire will be able to elect their own representatives to the county’s Children in Care Council (CiCC).
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Published: Wed, 19/06/2013 14:03
Let G-Force Martial Arts keep your child entertained this summer with their fun filled summer camps.
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Published: Tue, 18/06/2013 12:49
Rugby entrepreneur Oliver Taylor is ready to party after a major deal with Wal-Mart, the world’s largest retailer, sees his company’s products hit US retail shelves for the first time on Monday 24th June.
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Published: Mon, 17/06/2013 11:06
The Vault Nightclub are pleased to announce that 80's Scottish Rock band 'Big Country' will be playing live at the club on Saturday 26th October.
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Published: Mon, 17/06/2013 10:25
Police are appealing for witnesses to a road traffic collision that occurred at approximately 0145hours on Saturday 15 June 2013 at the junction of Seabroke Avenue and Lawford Road in Rugby.
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Published: Fri, 14/06/2013 16:51
Lots of local people took part in the annual Newmans Bikeathon On Sunday 9th June to help raise around £42,000 for charity.
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Published: Fri, 14/06/2013 16:13
Treat your dad to a Father's Day lunch at the Bull Inn on Sunday, with a special three course meal for just £12.
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Published: Fri, 14/06/2013 15:23
A free author event takes place at Rugby Library on Saturday 15th June 2013, from 12:30pm - 1:30pm, featuring the award winning 'Bali Rai'
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Published: Fri, 14/06/2013 14:45
Miss Rugby 'Lauren Grace Abbott' is competing in Miss England, and needs your votes.
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Published: Fri, 14/06/2013 11:30
Warwickshire College performing arts students are staging a production of the musical thriller Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street from 18-21 June in the theatre at the Rugby centre.
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Published: Fri, 14/06/2013 10:50
As the summer gets underway there is nothing nicer than having friends and family round for a barbecue, or to have drinks in the garden on a warm afternoon or evening.
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Published: Thu, 13/06/2013 13:11
Silverstone strengthens corporate team with new appointment
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Published: Thu, 13/06/2013 10:45
15 people appeared in court on Wednesday 12th June charged with being involved in a conspiracy to import and supply Class A and Class B drugs into the UK.
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Published: Tue, 11/06/2013 13:26
A Community Ambulance Station has opened within the town’s Warwick House Business Park with paramedics responding to 999 calls from there in the area since the 1st April, using a rapid response vehicle.
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Published: Mon, 10/06/2013 18:09
Summer is on its way and Warwickshire’s Consumer Empowerment Partnership want to ensure that holidaymakers thinking of booking their holidays understand when they are protected and when they are not!
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Published: Mon, 10/06/2013 17:08
Tickets are now available for the Hamplified 2013 Comedy & Chilli Night on Friday 19th July.
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Published: Mon, 10/06/2013 16:52
Warwickshire County Council take the stage at local school’s next month to improve pupil’s road safety awareness.
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Published: Mon, 10/06/2013 14:21
Careless drivers who put other road users at risk face on-the-spot penalties under new measures announced today (5 June 2013) by Road Safety Minister Stephen Hammond.
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Published: Fri, 07/06/2013 16:27
Residents and businesses are invited to drop in to the relaunch of the new BENN Hall next Thursday (13 June) from 3pm to 8pm
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Published: Fri, 07/06/2013 16:24
The proportion of 16-19 year olds in Warwickshire who are not in education, employment or training (NEET) has almost halved in the past six years.
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Published: Fri, 07/06/2013 16:19
Rugby Borough Council is to host a community consultation event on restoration of the Whitehall Recreation Ground, following an earlier consultation that outlined possible improvements at the popular park.
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Published: Thu, 06/06/2013 16:28
Volunteers who help to save lives and support emergency work in the West Midlands are being thanked by ambulance bosses as part of National Volunteers Week.
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Published: Thu, 06/06/2013 11:22
Meet Alex, an amazing boy who refuses to let systematic onset juvenile arthritis stop him smiling and enjoying himself!
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Published: Tue, 04/06/2013 12:43
Employers in Warwickshire are being urged to seriously think about taking on an apprentice, with the news that a record 11 applications are being made for each apprenticeship vacancy in the UK, according to the latest official data.
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Published: Tue, 04/06/2013 11:07
If you are looking for high speed clothing alterations on your doorstep then why not try Faststitch.
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Published: Mon, 03/06/2013 12:36
Rugby based Military Fitness Circuits are launching new classes for kids aged 8-15yrs, and new mums looking to get back into shape.
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Published: Mon, 03/06/2013 11:09
Concert goers in Warwickshire are being warned by police to guard against online ticket fraud.
The force says this time of year often sees an increase in fraudulent ticket sales where money has been forwarded and tickets fail to materialise.
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Published: Fri, 31/05/2013 00:27
Paul Andrew Greaves, who is charged with the theft of a quantity of cash from Warwickshire Police, will appear before magistrates in Leamington for the second time on Monday, June 3.
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Published: Fri, 31/05/2013 00:24
A 17-year old male, arrested on 21 May by members of the Warwickshire Police Acquisitive Crime Team in connection with the burglary of a house in Hillmorton Road, Rugby on 17 May, has appeared before magistrates in Staffordshire.
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Published: Thu, 30/05/2013 15:44
In the last year more than 1,600 children in Warwickshire have started smoking, sparking calls from the county’s health chief to take urgent action in the branding on cigarette packets.
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Published: Thu, 30/05/2013 12:22
There are plenty of great value events on offer at Warwickshire’s Country Parks during June.
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Published: Wed, 29/05/2013 11:31
Students from Warwickshire College joined with other young people from Coventry, Warwick and Milton Keynes to showcase their talents at a special ‘Employ Ability’ event at Rugby Centre today.
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Published: Tue, 28/05/2013 16:53
West Midlands Ambulance Service can confirm it was called to a crash on the M6 South bound, between junction 1 and Catthorpe at around 10.50am this morning (Tuesday 28th May 2013)
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Published: Tue, 28/05/2013 15:17
Warwickshire County Council has announced that it’s partnering with British Cycling to encourage thousands of people to dust off their bikes and get cycling again.
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Published: Tue, 28/05/2013 15:06
A new agreement has been signed by Warwickshire, Coventry and Solihull to share the design work for major engineering projects.
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Published: Tue, 28/05/2013 14:41
NHS bodies and Warwickshire County Coucil have welcomed the Government’s plans to provide more joined up health and social care for patients.
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Published: Tue, 28/05/2013 14:20
Despite the continued challenges faced by fire and rescue services nationally, Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service have continued to focus their efforts on keeping the public safe.
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Published: Fri, 24/05/2013 17:50
We're seeing in this bank holiday with a massive sale on beds at RK Furniture! ALL BEDS HALF PRICE!
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Published: Fri, 24/05/2013 17:32
“Enjoy yourself but don’t become an accident statistic.” That is the simple plea from the bosses at West Midlands Ambulance Service who are preparing the Trust for what is traditionally a very busy Bank Holiday weekend.
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Published: Fri, 24/05/2013 17:18
Eternal Art Tattoo & Bodypiercing Studio is the brainchild of Spencer and Marek, two highly talented, and very experienced tattoo artists, specialising in realism, black and grey work, and traditional and freehand.
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Published: Fri, 24/05/2013 16:42
A man from Northampton who dumped his rubbish off a main road in Rugby has been ordered to pay £660
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Published: Fri, 24/05/2013 13:12
Kind hearted Warwickshire County Council staff have raised over £32,000 for good causes in the past 12 months, with the vast majority donated to local charities.
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Published: Fri, 24/05/2013 12:48
A Warwickshire community recycling partnership has been honoured with a national award for public sector procurement.
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Published: Thu, 23/05/2013 14:17
A proposed redevelopment of the Elliott’s Field Retail Park, which would see a Debenhams open in Rugby, was last night (Wednesday) approved by Rugby Borough Council’s planning committee.
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Published: Wed, 22/05/2013 17:25
Hamplified Music festival is back bigger and better than last year on Saturday July 20th at St Andrews RFC on Ashlawn Rd, Rugby.
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Published: Wed, 22/05/2013 17:06
Foster Care Fortnight continues in Warwickshire. To promote the fostering recruitment campaign from the Fostering Network, Warwickshire carers have been sharing their experiences.
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Published: Wed, 22/05/2013 14:51
Newman Property Services are proud to be supporting the Rugby & Coventry Leukaemia & Lymphoma Bikeathon & Pig Roast on Sunday 9th June.
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Published: Wed, 22/05/2013 13:12
Police in Warwickshire will give the public a live insight into how officers patrol the county’s town and city centres during the Spring Bank Holiday’s busiest night-time period.
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Published: Tue, 21/05/2013 15:22
Military Fitness Circuits invite you to 'Work Out To Help Out' to raise money for HOPE 4 homeless charity on Sunday 9th June 2013.
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Published: Tue, 21/05/2013 12:33
Young people in Rugby will have lots to do this half term with the ever-popular SMART programme of art activities at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum.
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Published: Mon, 20/05/2013 13:42
In recent weeks a number of houses in Warwickshire and across the West Mercia Police areas have been burgled with thieves targeting collections of jewellery.
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Published: Mon, 20/05/2013 12:38
Rugby First and Rugby Borough Council have joined forces to put on a series of town centre ‘Summer Fun Days’, with the first one planned for Saturday 25th May.
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Published: Fri, 17/05/2013 17:02
Twelve of Warwickshire Music Service’s flagship award winners, the Advanced Musicians, performed at the Pump Rooms, Leamington Spa as part of the Leamington Spa Chamber Festival run by Richard Phillips and Leamington Music over the May Bank Holiday.
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Published: Fri, 17/05/2013 16:59
A public consultation started on the 15th May inviting people to have a say about redesign proposals for children’s disability services in Warwickshire.
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Published: Fri, 17/05/2013 14:24
This May half term Heritage and Culture Warwickshire and the county’s libraries are running events during May half-term for families to explore games from the past and make their own toys.
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Published: Fri, 17/05/2013 13:52
Why you should use soy wax candles, instead of traditional paraffin wax candles.
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Published: Fri, 17/05/2013 13:51
Rugby based 'Military Fitness Circuits' are expanding their range of services by offering a 5 day bootcamp in a beautiful Welsh retreat.
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Published: Fri, 17/05/2013 13:50
A model from Rugby is challenging herself to undertake a 120foot abseil to raise money for the Midlands Air Ambulance.
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Published: Fri, 17/05/2013 13:50
Aphrodite Beauty & Spa are holding a 'Pink To Make You Wink' Day on Monday 20th May, with all proceeds going to Breakthrough Breast Cancer Research.
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Published: Fri, 17/05/2013 13:50
There are £1000's worth of prizes to be won at the Masquerade Charity Fundraiser taking place at the Benn Hall on Friday 17th May 2013.
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Published: Thu, 16/05/2013 16:46
September and October 2015 will see the world of rugby union focus on England as the hosts of the Rugby World Cup. Rugby town, as the Birthplace of the game, will be ready for what is expected to be the largest global rugby tournament to date, with an estimated 500,000 foreign visitors entering the country throughout the tournament.
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Published: Thu, 16/05/2013 14:35
Draycote Water Sailing Club are holding an open day to encourage potential sailors of all ages to visit and try their hand at windsurfing and sailing.
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Published: Wed, 15/05/2013 14:43
Public Health Warwickshire are highlighting the benefits of physical activity and keeping active during mental health week this week – 13 to 19 May, as one of the five main ways to enhance your mental health and improve wellbeing.
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Published: Tue, 14/05/2013 17:48
Criminals in Warwickshire have been made to pay back more than £750,000 during 2012/13, enabling victims to receive compensation.
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Published: Tue, 14/05/2013 17:08
Police in Rugby took time out from their pushbike training recently (3 May) to arrest an 18-year-old man wanted on warrant by Lincolnshire police.
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Published: Tue, 14/05/2013 14:27
Building work has started on a new crematorium and cemetery to serve Rugby and Daventry, located off Ashlawn Road on the edge of Rugby, close to the boundary of Daventry District.
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Published: Mon, 13/05/2013 14:32
It will be all hands to the pumps on Monday 20 May, 4pm, when ‘London Calling’, a new contemporary themed style London bar, throws opens its doors in Rugby town centre to customers for the first time.
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Published: Fri, 10/05/2013 17:23
Made In Soy have a special offer for AboutMyArea readers this weekend!
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Published: Fri, 10/05/2013 12:11
The next live music night at the Bull Inn, Clifton takes place on Friday 10th May.
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Published: Wed, 08/05/2013 15:56
If you like working on projects, renovating and seeing the transformation of your hard work - then you may want to develop the skills to become a Painter and Decorator.
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Published: Wed, 08/05/2013 15:47
Join the Heritage and Culture team Warwickshire for guided walks through the county this summer.
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Published: Tue, 07/05/2013 16:20
Warwickshire has come a long way since the waste strategy was last published in 2005 and recycling rates have increased significantly.
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Published: Tue, 07/05/2013 16:04
Warwickshire County Council’s Fire and Rescue Service will be visiting schools across the county this week as part of an initiative to educate young drivers and pedestrians during CFOA (Chief Fire Officer’s Association) National Road Safety Week (6 -12 May 2013).
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Published: Fri, 03/05/2013 16:38
‘LTL Children’s Store’ (formerly known as ‘LTL Bit of Everything’) has listened to customers, changed its focus, product range and is now benefitting from increased footfall, spend and customer satisfaction.
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Published: Fri, 03/05/2013 12:54
To promote safer injecting and to minimise harm Warwickshire’s Drug and Alcohol Action Team have developed new stickers for sharps boxes.
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Published: Fri, 03/05/2013 12:42
Free information and advice on scams and frauds will be available for Rugby residents at the Clock Towers Shopping Centre on Thursday 9 May (9am to mid-afternoon).
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Published: Fri, 03/05/2013 12:22
Check before you chuck, Coventry City Council and Warwickshire County Council Trading Standards Officers are warning!
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Published: Thu, 02/05/2013 11:35
CSW Broadband is offering a prize of £20 Amazon vouchers for the sender of the 10,000th response to the survey being run to establish broadband problems and needs.
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Published: Wed, 01/05/2013 14:07
Beauty Oasis & Natcare Cosmetics proudly invite to the Summer Beauty Show at the Grosvenor Hotel, Rugby.
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Published: Wed, 01/05/2013 12:26
With 999 calls increasing year-on-year, West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) is working with West Midlands Police to educate ambulance crews and police about their own calls to each other.
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Published: Tue, 30/04/2013 17:29
The Rugby Spring Fair has been one of the largest social events held annually in the town for the last 35 years, with regular attendances of up to 10,000 people of all ages. This year it will be held on Oakfield Recreation Ground, next to the Co-op funeral services on Bilton Road.
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Published: Tue, 30/04/2013 10:45
Have you won the Euro lottery, been told that a relative has left you £millions in a Hong Kong Bank account or received an unexpected phone call to let you know your computer needs fixing?
If the answer is yes, then you are one of the thousands of Warwickshire residents who are targeted each year by scammers!
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Published: Mon, 29/04/2013 19:56
Rugby boxer - Carl Wright - made a successful return to the ring on Saturday night with a second round stoppage of his opponent.
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Published: Mon, 29/04/2013 13:24
People in Warwickshire looking for romance on the internet are being warned to guard against fraudsters who will leave them broken-hearted.
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Published: Mon, 29/04/2013 10:09
Police in Dunchurch are appealing for witnesses to an assault which took place around midday on Saturday 20 April on Dunchurch Road.
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Published: Fri, 26/04/2013 17:19
Tony Marsella has been proudly named as the Military Fitness Circuits Member Of The Year!
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Published: Fri, 26/04/2013 12:23
The Barley Mow pub in Newbold is holding a 'Born To Perform' Singers night on Friday 26th April 2013.
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Published: Thu, 25/04/2013 11:57
Students at Warwickshire College have been boosting their enterprise skills through briefs over the past few weeks, as part of the national ‘Pants to Poverty’ campaign.
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Published: Wed, 24/04/2013 17:34
Warwickshire County Council has taken steps to make sure that the 18 year olds on the electoral roll turn out to vote at the county council elections next Thursday (May 2).
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Published: Wed, 24/04/2013 11:53
Police are concerned for the welfare of a 16 year old boy from Ryton on Dunsmore who was last seen by family on the morning of Friday April 12.
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Published: Tue, 23/04/2013 18:54
Firefighters are warning people not to leave their dishwashers on when they leave their home or go to bed at night, after attending a number of fires where faulty dishwashers have been the cause.
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Published: Tue, 23/04/2013 18:33
Heidi's Happy Hens are holding an open weekend event on Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th April, where you can feed and pet the animals, and enjoy donkey rides.
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Published: Tue, 23/04/2013 18:07
A protective swan incubating its eggs has forced the temporary closure of a footpath at Newbold Quarry nature area, meaning that there is now no access from one side of the site to the other.
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Published: Tue, 23/04/2013 09:35
Coventry resident, Claire Guise, Health & Safety Manager, based at the Marie Curie Cancer Care West Midlands Hospice in Solihull, has signed up to take on the Great Wall of China t
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Published: Mon, 22/04/2013 14:10
Rugby based 'Made In Soy' are offering AboutMyArea readers an exclusive special offer on their wax melt burner starter kits.
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Published: Mon, 22/04/2013 13:21
This year's Rugby in Bloom competition is now open to entries from individuals, businesses and community groups, and the judging panel can't wait to see how the borough will respond.
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Published: Fri, 19/04/2013 16:40
Come to the heart of Rugby for for a day of fun, festivities, and celebrations
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Published: Fri, 19/04/2013 15:13
Warwickshire’s Chief Fire Officer, Graeme Smith has announced he is to retire in May 2013 after 30 years in the Fire and Rescue Service.
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Published: Fri, 19/04/2013 13:24
50 regular volunteers and another 20+ at supermarket collections, along with all the food donors, have helped make this first year a great success for Rugby Foodbank.
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Published: Fri, 19/04/2013 10:05
Police in Derbyshire are appealing for help from the public nationwide to find a man they want to speak about a series of frauds committed in the county.
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Published: Thu, 18/04/2013 13:28
A racy calendar featuring local models has proven itself a resounding success by raising a phenomenal £650 for the Help For Heroes charity.
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Published: Thu, 18/04/2013 12:01
With an emphasis on fun you don't need to be super fit for the Alumet Charity Sunset Scurry; a five mile run at Draycote Water near Rugby. Whether you run it, jog it, walk it or even crawl it, it's the taking part that counts.
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Published: Wed, 17/04/2013 16:37
At 0935 hours on Monday 18 April 2011 an armed robbery occurred at Coral Bookmakers, Hillmorton Road in Rugby, where a male threatened a staff member by claiming he had a gun.
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Published: Wed, 17/04/2013 14:06
Rugby Library is hosting a creative writing workshop for young writers this Saturday (20 April).
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Published: Wed, 17/04/2013 11:12
Warwickshire County Music Service has today launched an exciting new competition for school singing groups.
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Published: Tue, 16/04/2013 15:40
Chief Constables Andy Parker and David Shaw have announced they will pay new police officer recruits across both Warwickshire and West Mercia forces £21,999 per annum - the highest possible level within new national determinations.
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Published: Tue, 16/04/2013 15:23
People living in Warwickshire who suspect they are victims of fraud or internet crime, are being urged to contact a national “one stop shop” reporting centre.
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Published: Mon, 15/04/2013 14:15
A safety conscious pupil who spotted potential fire hazards in his home has been presented with a certificate and £25 WHSmith voucher during an assembly at Southam St James C of E Primary School.
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Published: Fri, 12/04/2013 17:28
Rugby based Military Fitness Circuits entered over 130 members into the infamous Wolf Run endurance race.
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Published: Fri, 12/04/2013 15:43
A new ladies only, 10 week kickboxing and self protection course starts on Tuesday 14th May 2013
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Published: Fri, 12/04/2013 15:07
Rugby Computers are offering you the chance to win a FREE computer MOT, and RAM Memory upgrade with their easy to enter competition
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Published: Fri, 12/04/2013 10:59
Warwickshire’s Country Parks service is appealing for unwanted mobility scooters to be donated for use around the county’s beauty spots.
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Published: Fri, 12/04/2013 10:52
Lorry drivers are to be trained in life saving first aid with help from West Midlands Ambulance Service as part of a national road safety initiative.
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Published: Wed, 10/04/2013 16:52
The Warwickshire Waste Partnership is encouraging residents to help reduce junk mail by signing up to the mailing preference service.
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Published: Wed, 10/04/2013 16:43
The local elections are happening on 2nd May this year. All 62 Council seats in Warwickshire are up for grabs. Polling stations will be open from 7am to 10pm for you to cast your vote.
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Published: Wed, 10/04/2013 12:27
Rugby Borough Council are offering free outdoor play sessions to keep the little ones entertained during the sumer half term.
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Published: Tue, 09/04/2013 16:33
Made In Soy make handmade, natural soy melts for you to simply drop in an oil burner.
Gently fragrance your home, without the mess that goes with using oil.
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Published: Tue, 09/04/2013 16:12
Measles is a highly infectious disease that spreads easily between people and in some cases can cause serious infection and death.
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Published: Tue, 09/04/2013 15:46
A 41-year-old Birmingham man was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving after being stopped by police in Rugby on Saturday (6 April).
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Published: Tue, 09/04/2013 11:39
A lorry driver and road users on the M6 Toll had an ‘amazing’ escape according to ambulance crews after a lorry left a flyover on the M42 and crashed onto the M6 Toll near Coleshill last night (8/04/2013).
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Published: Mon, 08/04/2013 20:20
A total of forty commuter cyclists who enjoy taking the train and cycling to work took advantage of a free bike service at Rugby Train Station recently, with three-quarters of them also taking the opportunity to register their bicycle on a national crime prevention database.
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Published: Mon, 08/04/2013 13:43
The latest figures for the level of crime and anti-social behaviour in Warwickshire are now available and they show communities in the county are safer places now than they have been for many years.
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Published: Mon, 08/04/2013 10:19
The Highways Agency is urging drivers to take extra care and obey speed limits at roadworks, to prevent deaths and injuries among both road users and road workers.
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Published: Fri, 05/04/2013 14:14
As warm weather approaches and the summer car boot sales and weekend markets open again, Warwickshire’s Consumer Empowerment Partnership is publishing their top tips for car boot buyers and sellers.
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Published: Fri, 05/04/2013 13:06
Public Health Warwickshire has entered the world of social media, with the launch of its new Twitter account @WCCPublicHealth.
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Published: Fri, 05/04/2013 12:57
The deadline is approaching for anyone not registered to vote to do so before the forthcoming county council elections on 2 May.
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Published: Fri, 05/04/2013 10:36
Woodland Trust Nature's Calendar records suggest recent cold and sporadic weather conditions are having a significant impact on the UK's wildlife.
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Published: Thu, 04/04/2013 11:26
If your Easter bank holiday was quite literally a wash out, then you might be loathed to start planning the next one.
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Published: Thu, 04/04/2013 11:17
Police are investigating a fatal road traffic collision that occurred in Parkfield Road, Rugby at 16.30hours on Wednesday 3 April 2013.
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Published: Thu, 04/04/2013 09:44
Warwickshire County Council’s Trading Standards service would like to draw Warwickshire householder’s attention to a business that is using an incorrect address on its advertising and claiming to be a limited company when it is not.
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Published: Wed, 03/04/2013 15:32
Firefighters from Rugby have raised over £400 for the Fire Fighter’s Charity, thanks to the support of residents at their charity car wash last month.
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Published: Wed, 03/04/2013 15:26
Marie Edgar from Warwickshire based show jumping dynasty - the Edgar family - is the latest to give her support to Warwickshire Horse Watch – a crime prevention scheme set up by volunteers to protect horses, equipment and property in partnership with Warwickshire Police.
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Published: Tue, 02/04/2013 13:00
Parent Representatives volunteering with Warwickshire County Council’s Family and Parenting Support Team were brought together for a networking and information event.
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Published: Tue, 02/04/2013 10:19
A David Kolodynski hat-trick helped to seal a club record 10th straight win against Aylesbury at Butlin Road.
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Published: Sat, 30/03/2013 18:43
Despite Friday’s snow the Warwickshire Expo 2013 went ahead as planned, attracting 150 delegates to an early morning networking breakfast.
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Published: Sat, 30/03/2013 18:43
The Your Health, Your Body event will have over 25 stands relating to health, body and fitness. Offering a full range of advice and treatments. Demonstrations, a raffle,and the Mayor and local MP will be attending.
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Published: Sat, 30/03/2013 18:43
Heidi's Happy Hens are organising fun and educational easter egg hunts over the easter holidays, so bring your kids along to see the wide variety of animals.
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Published: Sat, 30/03/2013 18:42
A new video from the Fire Kills campaign which highlights the importance of keeping your family fire safe is now being commended by Warwickshire County Council’s Fire and Rescue Service.
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Published: Sat, 30/03/2013 18:42
The CSW Broadband project is appealing for residents and businesses to report the locations of the final remaining cabinets before 21st April.
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Published: Sat, 30/03/2013 18:42
Warwickshire’s residents are being given the chance to help give the council a tip on how best to operate the authority’s nine household waste and recycling centres.
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Published: Mon, 25/03/2013 14:44
The Lords & Commons Rugby team will be playing at Webb Ellis road on the 14 April 10:00 ko as part of a charity initiative to raise funds for the Rugby Football Unions’ Injured Players Foundation.
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Published: Mon, 25/03/2013 14:32
Lots of fun events are planned over the Easter holidays and beyond at Warwickshire’s Country Parks – so whatever the weather, head down to your local park and enjoy the great outdoors.
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Published: Mon, 25/03/2013 09:37
Police searching for a missing Newcastle teenager are continuing to appeal for his whereabouts.
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Published: Mon, 25/03/2013 09:33
Rugby Town have appointed Michael Moran as the club’s new Commercial Manager with immediate effect.
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Published: Fri, 22/03/2013 16:02
Can you help find missing dog 'Zuki' in Rugby?
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Published: Fri, 22/03/2013 14:29
The total number of reported road casualties in Warwickshire fell in 2012 for the fifth consecutive year to reach the lowest number on record.
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Published: Fri, 22/03/2013 11:03
Staff of West Midlands Ambulance Service, police, fire service personnel and members of the public have been honoured for their lifesaving help at a ceremony in Worcestershire.
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Published: Fri, 22/03/2013 10:41
Two men have been seriously injured following a crash near Rugby on Tuesday afternoon (18/03/2013)
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Published: Fri, 22/03/2013 10:28
For some, Spring may have sprung but the wintry conditions are set to continue with more snow and ice on the way over the weekend.
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Published: Fri, 22/03/2013 10:13
Products designed by students at Warwickshire College could soon be hitting the shelves at stores across the world thanks to an innovative real-life project.
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Published: Fri, 22/03/2013 10:13
Neil Harvey, who has worked all over the world as a hairdresser and teacher of the profession, provided inspiration for students at Warwickshire College’s Rugby centre when he styled a lecture to pass on many of his skills.
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Published: Fri, 22/03/2013 10:12
Caldecott Park has been presented with a special plaque that identifies it as a designated Queen Elizabeth II Field. The status is a special designation available for certain parks and playing fields to celebrate HM The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee year, and means that it will be protected forever
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Published: Thu, 21/03/2013 08:28
Independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers launched a campaign this week to tackle cannabis cultivation in the UK, a growing crime which has seen a 15% increase in cannabis factories in 2011/12.
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Published: Tue, 19/03/2013 10:33
15 per cent savings for those booking before the end of March - Entrance by advanced tickets only
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Published: Mon, 18/03/2013 20:25
The very first G-Force Open Tournament took place at the Benn Hall, Rugby on Sunday 16th March and was a roaring success!
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Published: Sun, 17/03/2013 15:08
Plans are underway to improve the highways around two of Warwickshire’s busiest motorway junctions.
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Published: Fri, 15/03/2013 16:55
Visitors to Rugby Art Gallery and Museum can enjoy a selection of craft works on special loan from the Crafts Council Collection alongside paintings from the Rugby Collection this year.
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Published: Wed, 13/03/2013 22:51
Early indications show that Warwickshire’s Respect Yourself website is having a positive influence on young people’s attitude towards sex and relationships.
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Published: Wed, 13/03/2013 22:47
Some exciting events are lined up for families this Easter from Warwickshire County Council’s Heritage and Culture team.
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Published: Wed, 13/03/2013 22:43
People with learning disabilities will now have safe places to go if they feel threatened in Rugby town centre.
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Published: Wed, 13/03/2013 22:40
Lily Sollis, aged 10, from Herbert Fowler Junior School, has won the annual Junior Road Safety Officer poster competition organised by Warwickshire County Council’s Road Safety Team.
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Published: Wed, 13/03/2013 22:37
Crime in Warwickshire continues to go down according to the county’s community safety group.
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Published: Wed, 13/03/2013 22:23
Community organisations across the Rugby area are now able to apply for grants being provided by Rugby Borough Council.
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Published: Mon, 11/03/2013 18:31
Prison guards sent on six-mile round trip to fetch takeaway fried chicken for prisoners who didn't want what was on the menu.
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Published: Mon, 11/03/2013 14:37
A motorcyclist was taken to hospital with multiple injuries following a road collision on Temple Hill, Wolvey on Wednesday 6 March.
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Published: Mon, 11/03/2013 14:17
A woman and a baby boy have been taken to hospital after the car they were in ended up on its roof in Warwickshire.
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Published: Mon, 11/03/2013 12:39
Police have released CCTV footage from the attempted armed robbery at the Co-Op in Rugby, in attempt to identify the offender.
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Published: Fri, 08/03/2013 17:00
Local man - Craig Gedrim - is preparing to tackle a tough 3 mile challenge to raise funds for the CLIC Sargeant Charity
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Published: Thu, 07/03/2013 13:02
Police are investigating an attempted armed robbery at the Heart of England Co-op in Rugby last night, Wednesday February 6
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Published: Wed, 06/03/2013 23:19
A female from Rugby has been jailed for 21 months for money laundering and other offences.
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Published: Tue, 05/03/2013 22:52
Strokes are a medical emergency and prompt treatment is essential because the sooner a person receives treatment, the less damage is likely to happen.
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Published: Tue, 05/03/2013 22:06
The Ministry of Defence has given Public Health Warwickshire, Warwickshire County Council and Coventry University £20,000 to support veterans.
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Published: Tue, 05/03/2013 21:57
A safety conscious pupil who spotted potential fire hazards in her home has been presented with a certificate this week, during an assembly at Milverton House Preparatory School.
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Published: Tue, 05/03/2013 10:53
Does your business or domestic property have an intruder alarm installed? ...if so, DACT Services Ltd could save you money on your annual servicing and maintenance costs.
www.dactservices.co.uk
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Published: Mon, 04/03/2013 22:01
The County Record Office puts focus on family and local history this month with a variety of special events.
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Published: Mon, 04/03/2013 18:41
1,473 children will be singing something silly for Red Nose Day on 15 March at the Butterworth Hall at the University of Warwick.
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Published: Sun, 03/03/2013 14:58
Yesterday’s youth election saw four budding politicians win seats at the UK Youth Parliament.
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Published: Thu, 28/02/2013 23:45
A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of growing a controlled Class B drug after police officers raided a property in Rugby yesterday (27 February).
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Published: Wed, 27/02/2013 17:06
Police are investigating a fire at garage premises in Rugby, which they believe was started deliberately.
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Published: Tue, 26/02/2013 21:48
Housing 21, a leading provider of housing, care, and health services for older people, has been granted planning permission for a new extra care development in Rugby.
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Published: Tue, 26/02/2013 21:44
Consumers are warned about phoning numbers beginning 070 after a complaint received by Warwickshire County Council’s Trading Standards Service.
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Published: Tue, 26/02/2013 21:24
Tourism businesses located in Warwickshire countryside look set to benefit from a new national marketing campaign designed to promote the county as an ideal location for a rural escape.
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Published: Tue, 26/02/2013 14:57
A Rugby Borough Councillor has completed a shift as a Community Safety Warden after asking to join the team for the day.
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Published: Mon, 18/02/2013 22:00
There’s plenty going on in libraries this half-term to entertain and intrigue with a series of author events around the county.
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Published: Mon, 18/02/2013 21:54
Warwickshire County Council’s Fire and Rescue Service are asking residents to think about getting rid of their old style chip pans during’ National Chip Week (18 – 24 February 2013) as part of a drive to reduce kitchen fires in homes across Warwickshire.
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Published: Mon, 18/02/2013 20:55
Police are appealing for information following a robbery in Claremont Road, Rugby in the early hours of Sunday morning (17 February).
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Published: Fri, 15/02/2013 17:08
Rugby based 'Military Fitness Circuits' and 'Pink Chocolate Beauty' have joined together to offer a day of fitness and pampering.
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Published: Fri, 15/02/2013 16:10
Two workmen have come to the rescue of a woman and her three children after the car they were in ended up in a swollen ford in Warwickshire
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Published: Thu, 14/02/2013 18:06
They come in by letter, email, via the Trust website, Twitter and Facebook. What are they? Letters of thanks from grateful patients, family members and carers.
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Published: Thu, 14/02/2013 15:38
DC Jim Middleton is appealing for witnesses to an incident which occurred in Hollowell Way, Brownsover at about 9.15hrs on Sunday morning, February 10
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Published: Wed, 13/02/2013 23:27
From Saturday 16 February to Saturday 23 February, Rugby Art Gallery and Museum will offer youngsters a packed craft programme.
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Published: Wed, 13/02/2013 23:20
Council housing rents will rise by 6.29 per cent, after a Special Meeting of the council held tonight (12 February) approved a recommendation from the Cabinet.
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Published: Wed, 13/02/2013 23:10
Warwickshire’s Police and Crime Panel have approved the precept proposed by the Police and Crime Commissioner, Ron Ball for a zero per cent increase for 2013/14.
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Published: Wed, 13/02/2013 17:44
Students from Leigh-Anne Campbells School Of Dance took part in a five hour danceathon in Rugby recently, to raise money for Save The Children
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Published: Sun, 10/02/2013 22:16
Warwickshire County Council has agreed that the use of computers for library members at all of its libraries will now be free.
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Published: Sun, 10/02/2013 22:09
The publication of Key Stage 5 results has shown that Warwickshire students have had a good year and remain ahead of the national average.
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Published: Sun, 10/02/2013 21:59
Treat your loved one to a three course Valentines Day meal at the Barley Mow, Newbold, Rugby
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Published: Fri, 08/02/2013 16:03
Dont miss out on a bargain! ... Larry's Chippin in Newbold are offering half price deals on all kebabs until Sat 9th February!
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Published: Wed, 06/02/2013 13:52
Warwickshire County Council has agreed its budget at a meeting of the County Council with key areas for the allocation of budget confirmed.
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Published: Tue, 05/02/2013 16:57
Local security installation company ‘DACT Services Ltd’ have seen their orders double in volume during January, as people worry about a potential increase in crime once the streetlights are switched off.
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Published: Tue, 05/02/2013 14:50
Eight arrests have been made today (Monday 4 February) by Warwickshire Police following the launch of Operation X with seven dawn raids across the county.
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Published: Tue, 05/02/2013 14:47
As the Police and Crime Commissioner for Warwickshire part of Ron Ball's role is to reflect the views of the public to the police. He also has a duty to make sure that he pays attention to morale amongst all of those delivering policing within the county.
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Published: Tue, 05/02/2013 07:22
A footpath at Newbold Quarry has been closed after a landslide took away ten feet of quarry bank and undermined the footpath.
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Published: Mon, 04/02/2013 07:17
An innovative new campaign to boost town centres is being launched by Warwickshire County Council.
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Published: Fri, 01/02/2013 17:26
Popular local band 'The Jellyheads' are headlining at The Boat Inn in Newbold this Saturday, from 9pm
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Published: Fri, 01/02/2013 16:30
A Rugby lady with a learning disability who wanted increase her job prospects “cooked up a storm” and gained some valuable work experience when she was given the opportunity to support the Head Chef and his kitchen staff at Rugby High School.
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Published: Fri, 01/02/2013 16:28
Young people and health professionals in Warwickshire were celebrated for their contribution to improving teenage sexual health and well-being this week.
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Published: Thu, 31/01/2013 15:58
Thirty-three year old Darren Lee Richard PALLAS from Cross Green in Leeds has been charged with a robbery that occurred at Tarratts Jewellers in Regent Street, Rugby on Monday 3 September.
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Published: Tue, 29/01/2013 13:00
The contract to run the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Centre in Rugby has been given to GLL.
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Published: Thu, 24/01/2013 13:12
Take advantage of these fantastic special offers in Perfection Beauty's January Sale
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Published: Thu, 24/01/2013 13:03
Rugby Borough Council and the Federation of Small Businesses invite businesses from across Coventry and Warwickshire to 'Meet the Banks'
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Published: Wed, 23/01/2013 22:13
Police are trying to trace a good Samaritan who called the ambulance service on Saturday morning after they found a man with head injuries lying in the road in Sandown Road, Rugby.
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Published: Tue, 22/01/2013 22:06
Blaze Hair Salon in Leamington Spa are offering AboutMyArea readers a fantastic 50% off a cut and full head colour, that's just £40 instead of £80!
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Published: Tue, 22/01/2013 12:43
The Midland Rover Owners Club 4×4 Response, a sub-group of the long-established MROC, is a volunteer organisation which has formed a partnership with local authorities and brings assistance in emergency situations when the vehicles can be of unique use.
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Published: Mon, 21/01/2013 16:45
The Safer Roads Partnership in Warwickshire and West Mercia is reminding motorists to continue to take extra care on the roads over the next few days as temperatures stay low and many roads remain icy and slippery.
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Published: Mon, 21/01/2013 16:31
A 38-year-old man has been sentenced to five years and six months in prison for a string of burglaries and attempting to pervert the course of justice.
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Published: Mon, 21/01/2013 12:51
The following borough council services have been affected by current conditions:
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Published: Mon, 21/01/2013 09:00
Police are investigating an unprovoked assault in Rugby on January 3 and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
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Published: Sun, 20/01/2013 22:23
With temperatures set to remain below zero for the rest of the week, people are being urged not to venture out onto icy water.
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Published: Fri, 18/01/2013 10:41
With temperatures falling and bad weather forecast for parts of Warwickshire, the county council is reminding families how they can find out if there child’s school will be forced to close.
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Published: Tue, 15/01/2013 22:41
Local rock band 'Dirty Pool' played a live headlining set at local rock club The Vault last Friday.
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Published: Tue, 15/01/2013 22:03
Police are appealing for witnesses to a robbery that occurred at Coral racing in Hillmorton Road, Rugby at 10.10am today, Tuesday 15 January 2013
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Published: Tue, 15/01/2013 21:39
Warwickshire College will be hosting a number of open days for future students at its six centre from Saturday – but for those who can’t make it there’s the chance to get your questions answered by Twitter.
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Published: Tue, 15/01/2013 16:30
Highly successful circuit training outfit - Military Fitness - sum up their 2012 for AboutMyArea readers, and share their plans for the future.
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Published: Tue, 15/01/2013 12:52
Anyone thinking about becoming a foster carer is invited to attend an information evening in Warwick later this month.
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Published: Tue, 15/01/2013 12:47
Rugby Borough Council has closed the recycling centre at Tesco's store on Leicester Road, after discussions with the store failed to lead to an agreement on dealing with repeated contamination and fly-tipping at the site.
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Published: Tue, 15/01/2013 09:05
Warwickshire County Council’s portfolio holder for Highways and Transport has moved to clarify the situation surrounding the forthcoming move to part night lighting in Rugby, Nuneaton & Bedworth.
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Published: Mon, 14/01/2013 13:34
Strachan Football Foundation are hosting 3 days of trials at Rugby Town JFC , Kilsby Lane for school leavers and any 16-18 year olds looking for a career in football and football coaching.
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Published: Mon, 14/01/2013 13:08
End of year crime statistics have shown that the Rugby Community Safety Partnership is winning the fight against crime in the borough.
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Published: Wed, 09/01/2013 23:34
If the January blues are biting and you fancy trying something new, why not change your prospects with a course from Warwickshire College?
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Published: Wed, 09/01/2013 23:24
Selected parks in Rugby will be permanently protected as community assets for future generations, if the council gives it the go ahead.
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Published: Wed, 09/01/2013 22:59
Visitors to Rugby Art Gallery and Museum will have an opportunity to view the best craft work from the region in an exciting new exhibition opening on the 12th January.
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Published: Wed, 09/01/2013 14:40
A two month search has just begun for the unsung heroes of the environmental movement in the 2013 Octavia Hill Awards.
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Published: Tue, 08/01/2013 18:14
A planned increased in council housing rent has reduced slightly to 6.29 per cent, a report to Rugby Borough Council's Cabinet shows.
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Published: Mon, 07/01/2013 22:51
Rugby Town and league leaders Godalming Town played out an entertaining draw at Wey Court as Valley's winning streak was finally halted.
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Published: Mon, 07/01/2013 22:06
Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision which occurred on the B4100 near Kineton on Saturday night, January 5.
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Published: Mon, 07/01/2013 22:02
Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a taxi driver was assaulted in North Street, Rugby last week.
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Published: Thu, 03/01/2013 09:05
Rugby Borough Council's longest serving member of staff has called it a day - after more than forty four years on the streets.
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Published: Tue, 01/01/2013 22:29
If your New Year’s resolution is to explore your family history or discover more about your local area then Warwickshire County Council’s Heritage and Culture Team can help get you started.
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Published: Tue, 01/01/2013 21:37
The festive Christmas break is a magical time of the year for many – but for some it is a season to dread.
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Published: Tue, 01/01/2013 21:21
West Midlands Ambulance Service had another busy New Year's Eve dealing with, on average, five 999 calls every 60 seconds.
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Published: Tue, 25/12/2012 13:07
The team at AboutMyArea Rugby would like to wish all of our readers & customers a very merry christmas!
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Published: Mon, 24/12/2012 16:57
The Safer Roads Partnership is again reminding people of the dangers of drink driving over the Christmas and New Year celebrations.
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Published: Mon, 24/12/2012 16:24
An estimated 500 tonnes of Christmas tree lights are discarded in the UK over the Christmas period. Even lights that are beyond repair can be recycled. Simply take unwanted electrical items to your nearest recycling centre.
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Published: Mon, 24/12/2012 16:16
Warwickshire County Council has announced its plans for changes to the street lighting times as it responds to the concerns of residents.
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Published: Fri, 21/12/2012 16:20
West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) is delighted to announce that Monitor, the regulator of NHS foundation trusts, has authorised the Service to become an NHS Foundation Trust.
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Published: Thu, 20/12/2012 12:16
Twenty-three year old Terrence HANNIFIN of South Road in Clifton upon Dunsmore and twenty year old Ashley JAMES of Skiddaw, Rugby have been sentenced to six and a half years and six years imprisonment respectively after appearing at Birmingham Crown Court on Tuesday 18 December in relation to the offences of Kidnap, Robbery and Dangerous Driving.
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Published: Wed, 19/12/2012 12:02
With many of us out and about on the roads visiting family and friends this Christmas, the Safer Roads Partnership in Warwickshire and West Mercia is urging all motorists and their passengers to stay safe and use their seat belt every time they travel in a vehicle.
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Published: Mon, 17/12/2012 21:53
Rugby residents are being invited to check food hygiene ratings of bars and restaurants before heading for a night out this Christmas.
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Published: Mon, 17/12/2012 21:32
Rugby borough council has announced the following changes to its services over the Christmas and New Year period:
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Published: Mon, 17/12/2012 20:55
Rugby Town fought hard to secure a club record-equalling eight successive win against AFC Hayes to remain top of the Evo Stik League Southern Division One Central.
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Published: Mon, 17/12/2012 20:29
Warwickshire Police is adopting a forcewide campaign to drive down the number of burglaries being committed in the county
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Published: Fri, 14/12/2012 17:41
Rugby residents are being invited to check food hygiene ratings of bars and restaurants before heading for a night out this Christmas.
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Published: Fri, 14/12/2012 16:56
Rugby Borough Council is to reconsider its objection to the Highways Agency's proposed improvements to the Catthorpe interchange.
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Published: Fri, 14/12/2012 16:48
Ambulance crews are gearing up for one of the busiest weekends of the year, but are asking for the public’s help.
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Published: Fri, 14/12/2012 15:54
The first trees of a prestigious new Diamond Wood have been planted, marking the start of a project that will involve individuals and organisations from across Rugby.
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Published: Thu, 13/12/2012 12:54
CRESTA Carpets Crazy
Rugby based Cresta Carpet's Christmas Sale is currently saving customers the £££££'s needed to have their new carpet or floor covering, without sacrificing the Christmas they look forward to!
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Published: Thu, 13/12/2012 12:24
Cllr Craig Humphrey, Leader of Rugby Borough Council, has praised council staff for their contribution to the history of the borough, and for delivering outstanding services in the face of exceptional circumstances.
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Published: Thu, 13/12/2012 12:15
Known burglars in Rugby will be getting an extra special greeting card this Christmas-time - from the Rugby Community Safety Partnership.
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Published: Wed, 12/12/2012 12:57
The Safer Roads Partnership are today reminding people of the dangers of drink driving during the festive period. With the season of festivities now well underway the Partnership, together with Warwickshire and West Mercia Police, local authorities and other agencies, have been raising awareness of the consequences of drinking and driving and carry
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Published: Wed, 12/12/2012 12:49
Officers from the Warwickshire Police Acquisitive Crime Team in Rugby arrested two males aged 16 and 20 years old on suspicion of burglary after executing a warrant in Cambridge St, Rugby at 1000 hours on Friday 7 December 2012
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Published: Tue, 11/12/2012 12:45
Get into the Christmas spirit with the Barley Mow's Born To Perform Singers Night Xmas Party! .... experience some quality live music!
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Published: Fri, 07/12/2012 12:55
On Sunday 25th November, hundreds of Rugby's residents turned out to watch the annual Chrsitmas lights switch on, AboutMyArea bring you the video of the event ...
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Published: Fri, 07/12/2012 12:40
With temperatures falling and bad weather forecast for parts of Warwickshire, the county council is reminding families how they can find out if there child’s school will be forced to close.
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Published: Fri, 07/12/2012 12:30
Police have again issued a warning to members of the public to be aware of doorstep callers.
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Published: Thu, 06/12/2012 12:37
The man responsible for ensuring that our towns and cities in Warwickshire and West Mercia remain safe over the festive period will be answering questions from the public in a live web chat next week.
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Published: Thu, 06/12/2012 12:28
Warwickshire’s newly appointed Police and Crime Commissioner, Ron Ball, has appointed a Deputy
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Published: Tue, 04/12/2012 21:57
Ladies - diets dont work! ..... Get the real alternative with G-Force Martial Arts new kickboxing course, starting on 21st January 2013
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Published: Tue, 04/12/2012 12:54
Police are appealling for witnesses to an assault that occured at 16.30 hours on Sunday 11 November 2012 when a female was walking across the footbridge which crosses the railway line, from the direction Wood Street, Rugby towards the direction of Technology Drive.
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Published: Tue, 04/12/2012 12:41
Help someone to kick start their new healthy lifestyle, with a gift voucher from Miltary Fitness Circuits this Christmas.
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Published: Mon, 03/12/2012 12:19
Rugby Primary School pupil, Owen Treadgold has been commended for taking part in the Junior Fire Safety Champion Scheme during an assembly at St Marie’s Catholic Junior School.
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Published: Fri, 30/11/2012 15:43
Mojo barbers in Rugby, along with St Andrews Church Charity Group, are asking for your donations to help local families in need this Christmas....
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Published: Fri, 30/11/2012 15:04
The winners of the annual Rugby Open exhibition, presenting the best artwork from the area, have been announced.
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Published: Fri, 30/11/2012 13:09
Light up this Christmas with a Silverstone Driving Experience - Prices start from £79 for Driving Thrills - Two tickets to the Friday of the F1™ British Grand Prix for an additional £20
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Published: Fri, 30/11/2012 13:09
Rugby based RK Furniture are offering massive christmas discounts on all furniture, while stocks last!
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Published: Fri, 30/11/2012 13:08
Video of the highlights of 2012 in Rugby town, and encouragement to shop local, and support our independent shops.
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Published: Fri, 30/11/2012 13:07
Take advantage of an early bird offer and tackle the Great North Run in aid of the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign.
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Published: Fri, 30/11/2012 13:06
Foamspray Technology operations director Ginne Cassells has been appointed Chair at British Urethane Foam Contractors Association (BUFCA), the nationwide trade association responsible for promoting the use of spray and injected polyurethane foam for buildings, marine and other applications.
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Published: Thu, 29/11/2012 12:50
Front-line staff at Rugby Borough Council were today thanked for their efforts to help communities deal with floods.
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Published: Thu, 29/11/2012 12:45
The County launch of the Warwickshire Consumer Empowerment Forum will take place on Friday 30th November 2012 at the Ivor Preece Centre, Broad Street, Rugby Club, Binley Woods.
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Published: Thu, 29/11/2012 12:26
As everyone looks back on their memories of an Olympic year a Warwickshire sportswoman is savouring her success as junior European Champion and setting her sights on the Rio Olympics of 2016.
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Published: Tue, 27/11/2012 12:59
WNBF World Heavyweight Champion - Richard Gozdecki - talks to AboutMyArea Rugby regarding his recent successful title defence.
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Published: Tue, 27/11/2012 12:37
Nothing sets the scene for Christmas like a Real Christmas Tree decorated to the nines in all its glamour & glory… but how can you achieve the perfectly groomed, most dazzlingly dressed tree?
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Published: Mon, 26/11/2012 16:37
From this week stalking becomes a specific criminal offence and Warwickshire Police and West Mercia Police continue to be committed to protecting and helping victims.
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Published: Fri, 23/11/2012 18:42
Instructors from Rugby fitness clubs feel the wrath of their pupils, for Children In Need!
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Published: Fri, 23/11/2012 16:24
Rugby based beauty salon & Spa - Aphrodite - are running a prie draw for you to win a set of amazing GHD hair Straighteners!
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Published: Fri, 23/11/2012 15:56
Rugby Town's Christmas Lights will be switched on this Sunday at 5pm.
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Published: Thu, 22/11/2012 15:12
Warwickshire County Council are reminding families how they can find out if there child’s school is affected, by flood warnings.
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Published: Thu, 22/11/2012 15:04
With the recent heavy rain and localised flooding, motorists across the region are being urged to take care and exercise caution.
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Published: Thu, 22/11/2012 11:37
Police have charged a 17-year old male with aggravated TWOC, 2 x vehicle interference, theft by finding and going equipped following a number of incidents in Rugby in the early hours of Wednesday morning (21 November).
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Published: Tue, 20/11/2012 17:59
A Rugby man has been fined £110 plus £125 court costs for failing to declare temporary work and attending university whilst claiming Housing Benefit.
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Published: Mon, 19/11/2012 16:08
A young student at Warwickshire College has had his first break into the catering business with a part-time job at Rugby Borough Council's Old Tool Shed cafe, in Caldecott Park.
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Published: Fri, 16/11/2012 16:48
The chief constable of Warwickshire, Andy Parker, has welcomed Ron Ball to his new role as police and crime commissioner (PCC) for the county.
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Published: Fri, 16/11/2012 16:18
Debenhams are to open a 60,000sq.ft store in Rugby, creating around 120 retail jobs for the area.
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Published: Fri, 16/11/2012 16:11
Drinking is higher amongst employed people than the unemployed, over 45s are more likely to drink every day, and 200,000 people in the UK come to work every day with a hangover*.
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Published: Fri, 16/11/2012 12:22
Rugby's Eternal Art Tattoo Studio, have now announced their Christmas Gift Voucher Offer, which will run until 21st December.
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Published: Fri, 16/11/2012 11:07
Warwickshire Primary School pupil, Abbi Hawkins has been commended for taking part in the Junior Fire Safety Champion Scheme this week at Wolvey C. of E Primary School.
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Published: Fri, 16/11/2012 11:01
Rugby Borough Council is to submit a bid to the Heritage Lottery Fund to upgrade and restore Whitehall Recreation ground, and is inviting residents to contribute ideas towards the proposals.
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Published: Fri, 16/11/2012 10:46
Police are investigating a fatal collision which occurred on the A45 London Road at Stretton on Dunsmore, in the early hours of Wednesday 15th November.
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Published: Fri, 16/11/2012 10:39
A 16-year old male has been charged with robbery following an incident in Chapel Street, Rugby at shortly before 6.45pm on Wednesday 14 November.
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Published: Mon, 12/11/2012 12:44
Warwickshire Fostering Service is calling out for more people to come forward and provide homes for teenagers who are unable to live with their own families.
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Published: Mon, 12/11/2012 12:26
Officers investigating the theft of four delivery vans from the Rugby area are appealing for information from the public to help them identify the offenders.
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Published: Thu, 08/11/2012 13:17
Crews from Warwickshire County Council’s Fire and Rescue Service have been turning up the heat as part of a training exercise in Rugby this week.
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Published: Wed, 07/11/2012 23:01
A driver had his van keys stolen as he made a delivery in The Kent, Rugby by an offender who then drove off in the vehicle.
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Published: Wed, 07/11/2012 22:17
Rugby based G-Force Martial Arts are launching a brand new, ladies only, beginners kickboxing course.
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Published: Wed, 07/11/2012 13:16
Councillors have paid tribute to Gordon Collett, a former Warwickshire County and Rugby Borough Councillor, who recently passed away.
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Published: Tue, 06/11/2012 22:49
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service has thanked the county’s residents for a relatively incident free bonfire weekend and November 5 night of celebrations.
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Published: Tue, 06/11/2012 22:22
Three teenage males have been arrested following a burglary at a house in Rosewood Avenue, Rugby.
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Published: Tue, 06/11/2012 15:29
A woman has died and a man taken to hospital following a road traffic collision on the A426 at Stockton near Southam last night (5th November 2012)
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Published: Tue, 06/11/2012 15:11
The annual remembrance service and parade will take place at the war memorial gates on Hillmorton Road on Sunday 11 November 2012.
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Published: Mon, 05/11/2012 23:06
Officers from Rugby’s Priority Policing Area, Operational Support Unit and Safer Neighbourhoods Teams executed drugs warrants at three addresses in the Brownsover and Overslade areas of Rugby on the morning of Friday 2 November.
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Published: Mon, 05/11/2012 22:51
Pupils at Oakfield Primary School in Rugby were welcomed back after the half-term break to a brand new multi-million pound school building.
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Published: Mon, 05/11/2012 22:45
As the winter nights draw in, Warwickshire County Council is urging cyclists to stay safe, stay legal and be seen on the County’s roads this winter.
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Published: Sat, 03/11/2012 18:00
A last minute reminder of all the bonfire and fireworks displays taking place in Rugby this weekend ....
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Published: Fri, 02/11/2012 20:50
Four people have been arrested in Church Lawford near Rugby on suspicion of stealing cable from a railway line.
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Published: Fri, 02/11/2012 14:39
The Secret Eaters’ team is looking for families, households, couples, friends or even colleagues to take part in the brand new series.
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Published: Tue, 30/10/2012 22:05
POLICE are today continuing to hunt for a man described as dangerous and predatory who is believed to have committed a serious sex offence while on the run.
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Published: Tue, 30/10/2012 21:43
Police are reminding people to put safety first this bonfire night.
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Published: Tue, 30/10/2012 09:03
A school choir from Nicholas Hawksmoor School in Towcester, Northamptonshire, have come together with two famous 80's stars, Tony Hadley And Paul Young to create a fantastic Christmas single called Happy Birthday JC, to raise money for Lewis Wares, 5, a pupil at the school, so he can have a potentially life changing operation.
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Published: Mon, 29/10/2012 17:29
Shop the Easton Neston Collection designed in England and inspired by the English Countryside!
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Published: Fri, 26/10/2012 16:47
The next instalment of the highly popular 'Born To Perform' singer's night take place this evening (Friday 26Th October) at The Barley Mow pub, Newbold.
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Published: Fri, 26/10/2012 16:34
Calling all Witches, Goblins, Ghosts and Zombies... it's a Halloween Party at the Boat this Saturday.
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Published: Fri, 26/10/2012 16:11
The owners returned home from work on Wednesday afternoon to find their property had been broken into, and electrical items taken, alongside the bulldog puppy.
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Published: Fri, 26/10/2012 15:53
Four people have been arrested on suspicion of possessing a Class B drug believed to be cannabis
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Published: Fri, 26/10/2012 15:50
Police are appealing for witnesses to an assault that occurred at approximately 4.15am on Sunday 23 September 2012 in Coton Park Drive, Rugby.
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Published: Fri, 26/10/2012 15:42
Police are offering advice to ghosts, witches and ghouls, as well as the public this Halloween to make sure 31 October is enjoyable for everyone
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Published: Fri, 26/10/2012 13:15
Between 15 and 25 percent of the heat lost from our homes is lost through the roof.
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Published: Thu, 25/10/2012 23:20
With the clocks set to go back an hour this weekend coming, now is very definitely the time to make sure your house is ready for the winter.
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Published: Thu, 25/10/2012 23:09
If you have decided you want to study a college course but think you’ll have to wait until next autumn – think again.
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Published: Tue, 23/10/2012 21:32
Warwickshire agencies are getting together to challenge hate crime.
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Published: Tue, 23/10/2012 21:19
An 80-year-old man who has worked tirelessly to set up a Community First Responder scheme in Warwickshire has been honoured for his community spirit by West Midlands Ambulance Service.
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Published: Fri, 19/10/2012 17:06
Nominations closed at 12noon today, Friday 19 October for the election of a councillor to New Bilton ward, following a recent resignation.
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Published: Thu, 18/10/2012 12:52
Warwickshire College is leading a unique and innovative partnership which will launch the first UK FE college in China later this month.
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Published: Thu, 18/10/2012 09:47
Twenty-four year old Jordan Robert Elis MITCHELL from Mary Street in Bradford, West Yorkshire has been sentenced to 5 years imprisonment for robbery after appearing at Warwick Crown Court
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Published: Thu, 18/10/2012 09:42
Two people were injured when the motorbike they were travelling on was in collision with a car in Clifton Road, Rugby, on Tuesday 16th October.
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Published: Fri, 12/10/2012 18:05
UCAS website for teenagers looking beyond GCSEs gets 23,000 visitors in nine days.
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Published: Fri, 12/10/2012 18:03
People are being encouraged to check they are registered to vote in time for the first Police and Crime Commissioner elections on Thursday 15 November
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Published: Fri, 12/10/2012 18:03
As the autumn sets in and winter approaches, it’s time for those at greatest risk from flu to protect themselves and their families and get a flu jab.
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Published: Fri, 12/10/2012 00:58
A sextionary, some no holds barred FAQs, pleasure zones and quick access to support services, all help teenagers understand more about their sexual health
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Published: Fri, 12/10/2012 00:40
Visitors to Rugby Art Gallery and Museum are being encouraged to take part in this years exciting Big Draw event later this month linked to the exhibition ‘We are extInked’.
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Published: Fri, 12/10/2012 00:27
With young people now having to stay on in employment, education and training till they are 17, Warwickshire College can offer young people free advice and guidance.
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Published: Thu, 11/10/2012 23:56
Witness the second annual UK Open, and team selection, for the 2012 INBF/WNBF World Championships in Atlantic City
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Published: Wed, 10/10/2012 22:49
A new course at Warwickshire College is attracting in VIP and magical guests to inspire students to become the top new entrepreneurs of their generation.
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Published: Wed, 10/10/2012 16:32
Now you can run your own daily online news....
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Published: Tue, 09/10/2012 11:22
A report published today by Ofsted highlights the benefits and pitfalls of partnership working in music education
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Published: Mon, 08/10/2012 00:04
Police are appealing for witnesses to the theft of a FedEx branded Ford Transit with registration number WL05 FAU stolen during a robbery in Linley Road, Southam at 10.30am on Thursday 4 October.
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Published: Fri, 05/10/2012 17:22
The future transport priorities for Coventry and Warwickshire have been debated at a major forum.
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Published: Fri, 05/10/2012 17:20
People with no known fire safety experience are carrying out unexpected ‘official’ fire safety assessments’ at retail and office premises, Warwickshire businesses are warned.
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Published: Fri, 05/10/2012 17:12
Warwickshire Primary School pupil Fernando Lopez has been commended for taking part in the Junior Fire Safety Champion Scheme this week at Binley Woods Primary School.
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Published: Fri, 05/10/2012 16:33
Maybe you could help us save lives by sharing the signs and symptoms of breast cancer and reminding your friends to check their boobs today?
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Published: Fri, 05/10/2012 14:42
Towcester Racecourse and SIS Sign Ground Breaking Media Rights Deal
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Published: Thu, 04/10/2012 22:26
Statement from Det Superintendent Reg Bevan:
“It is still early days in the investigation and we are still speaking to witnesses to gather as much info as possible. These witnesses are children and speaking with them is a delicate and time consuming process.
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Published: Tue, 02/10/2012 20:53
Paramedics from West Midlands Ambulance Service are to hit our TV screens this week as part of a new 13 part series for children’s channel CBBC.
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Published: Mon, 01/10/2012 18:48
Nineteen year old Damion Edward REA of Pennington Mews in Rugby has been charged with Possession With Intent to Supply Crack Cocaine & Heroin and assaulting police.
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Published: Mon, 01/10/2012 18:18
Thousands turned out over the weekend, to watch or be part of, the huge cast of 40s re-enactors at Stoke Bruerne’s 5th Village at War event, breaking all previous records for attendance and funds
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Published: Fri, 28/09/2012 16:55
New date for Silverstone F1™ British Grand Prix: 28 – 30 June
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Published: Fri, 28/09/2012 16:53
Twenty four higher education students at Warwickshire College are to benefit from a £3,000 scholarship this academic year.
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Published: Thu, 27/09/2012 23:46
28 members of Military Fitness Circuits took on, and conquered the legendary WolfRun last weekend
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Published: Thu, 27/09/2012 15:11
Two young sports fans from Dunchurch in Rugby are on track for hours of sporting fun, after receiving a special delivery of £250 worth of sporting equipment.
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Published: Wed, 26/09/2012 23:31
Get cheap drinks during our Happy Hour before any home game!
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Published: Wed, 26/09/2012 23:20
Residents are being encouraged to seek out Warwickshire supermarket stores taking back thin plastic packaging such as bread bags and cereal liners.
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Published: Wed, 26/09/2012 23:07
A call is going out from Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service for householders to get switched on to the dangers of electrical appliances.
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Published: Wed, 26/09/2012 22:35
Warwickshire residents are being reminded that the county’s nine household waste recycling centres will revert to their winter timetables on October 1.
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Published: Wed, 26/09/2012 22:14
Silverstone based Sahara Force India are looking for a Social Media Coordinator
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Published: Wed, 26/09/2012 21:52
Figures from the Warwickshire Pupil Survey show that 6 per cent fewer young people drink alcohol ‘about every week’ now compared to three years ago.
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Published: Wed, 26/09/2012 21:43
Rugby and Daventry council's planning application for a cemetery and crematorium to be located off Ashlawn Road in Rugby has been approved by Rugby Borough Council's planning committee tonight (Wednesday).
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Published: Wed, 26/09/2012 11:48
ARE YOU OBSESSED WITH CLEANING? OR IS YOUR HOME IN NEED OF A SERIOUS SPRING CLEAN??
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Published: Tue, 25/09/2012 08:02
Walking to school can reduce your child's risk of type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease and numerous other obesity related conditions, says national charity Living Streets today
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Published: Mon, 24/09/2012 16:29
Police officers are investigating a stabbing which left a 20year old male in a serious condition at University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire.
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Published: Thu, 20/09/2012 23:26
Get crafty and learn how to make your own books with Heritage and Culture Warwickshire.
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Published: Thu, 20/09/2012 23:24
In the wake of the Paralympics, a community hub has launched in Rugby to give people with disabilities the opportunity to enjoy and achieve in all areas of their lives.
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Published: Thu, 20/09/2012 13:59
Two men have been taken to hospital after the car they were in collided with a tree in north Warwickshire.
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Published: Mon, 17/09/2012 18:09
Rugby Borough Council and Daventry District Council have released artists' impressions that show how a proposed new crematorium might look
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Published: Mon, 17/09/2012 12:42
Anti-social behaviour has a negative impact on both individuals and local communities and can affect anybody.
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Published: Mon, 17/09/2012 12:34
Jonathan Callan 34-years from Charlotte Street, Rugby, has been arrested and questioned in relation to a burglary in Abbey Street, Rugby,
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Published: Mon, 17/09/2012 09:37
Rugby's celebrating a fantastic Gold award in the regional Heart of England in Bloom - for the fifth year in a row.
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Published: Mon, 17/09/2012 09:36
Enterprising students from Warwickshire College will be learning all about innovation and entrepreneurship from some of the biggest names in industry at a prestigious national gathering next week.
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Published: Mon, 17/09/2012 09:36
Complaints against Warwickshire Police are on the decrease according to a report given to a meeting of police authority members today, Wednesday September 12.
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Published: Fri, 14/09/2012 13:36
A report from the Children’s Commissioner out today purports that parental alcohol misuse is ‘more damaging than drugs’.
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Published: Fri, 14/09/2012 13:29
The County Music Service has started the school year with a bang as the Yamaha Drum School goes from strength to strength.
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Published: Wed, 12/09/2012 18:56
Police have released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to in connection with the theft of a vehicle which was later involved in a collision in Rugby.
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Published: Wed, 12/09/2012 18:18
Warwickshire County Council’s Fostering Service is pleased to announce its first carer has completed a national qualification in health and social care.
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Published: Tue, 11/09/2012 11:26
The MCE British Superbike Championship in association with Pirelli (BSB) heads to Silverstone on 28-30 September, for the penultimate round of a captivating 2012 season. Having hosted MotoGP and World Superbikes earlier in the year, BSB will complete Silverstone’s hat-trick of premier bike events in 2012.
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Published: Fri, 07/09/2012 17:10
As forecasters promise some improved weather over the coming weekend and into next week Warwickshire Police is issuing a reminder to householders to lock their doors when they go out in to the garden.
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Published: Fri, 07/09/2012 16:53
There’s a whole host of places still available at Warwickshire College – on the widest range of courses offered anywhere in the county.
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Published: Fri, 07/09/2012 08:17
Kids favourite - Jolly Jacks Playbus - will be visiting the Newton Village Show this weekend, pop along and try it out!
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Published: Wed, 05/09/2012 23:57
MA Travel, Rugby are running a day trip to Drayton Manor Theme Park, including minibus return travel.
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Published: Wed, 05/09/2012 22:29
Police officers arrested a 20-year old male on Monday 3 September after he was seen acting suspiciously in Brownsover in Rugby.
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Published: Wed, 05/09/2012 22:13
Police in Rugby are investigating a robbery which has left a 31-year old male with a catalogue of fractures and injuries requiring hospital treatment.
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Published: Wed, 05/09/2012 21:59
Police are investigating a robbery that occurred at Tarratts Jewellers (previously Thomas Cleavers) in Regent Street, Rugby at approximately 11.35am on Monday 3rd September.
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Published: Tue, 04/09/2012 15:12
Strakka Racing driver Nick Leventis has successfully completed one of the longest abseils ever undertaken by a civilian by descending 250 metres (820ft) down the outside of The Shard in London to raise money for the Commando Spirit Appeal, on behalf of the Royal Marines Charitable Trust Fund.
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Published: Tue, 04/09/2012 11:10
From Monday all schools inspected by Ofsted must, at a minimum, be judged as ‘good' to be good enough for our children
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Published: Tue, 28/08/2012 19:12
Silverstone Auctions’ ‘Pride & Joy’ classic car sale, which formed part of the CarFest South extravaganza, has raised a fantastic £55,000 for the BBC’s Children in Need appeal. The auction resulted in the sale of 43 out of 70 stunning cars which were offered for sale on 25th and 26th August.
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Published: Mon, 27/08/2012 19:05
Heritage Open Days are back in September for the 10thyear offering something for everyone.
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Published: Mon, 27/08/2012 18:49
Police are investigating an arson that occurred at around 10am on Wednesday morning 22 August 2012 that put the lives of the occupants of a home in Nelson Way, Rugby in danger.
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Published: Mon, 27/08/2012 18:33
Rugby Borough Council has launched a consultation on planned changes to council tax benefit.
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Published: Mon, 27/08/2012 18:19
Young people aged 16 and 17 taking part in the National Citizen Service, led locally by Positive Futures and Rugby Borough Council, have redecorated the Brownsover community centre as one of their social action projects.
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Published: Mon, 27/08/2012 12:21
The annual beauty pageant Mr, Miss & Junior Miss Rugby each year raises money for charity, and for 2013 they will be supporting Beauty With A Purpose, which supports Childrens Charities in the UK
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Published: Wed, 22/08/2012 13:36
Free home charging units and Plug-in Car Grant make electric motoring affordable
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Published: Tue, 21/08/2012 10:18
The English Federation of Disability Sport are pleased to announce our promotional campaign, which begins today. We are encouraging everyone to champion participation at all levels and “Pass the baton”.
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Published: Fri, 17/08/2012 22:06
A man has been charged in connection with a burglary in Brownsover on July 7 in which a Honda Accord van was stolen after keys had been taken from inside the property.
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Published: Thu, 16/08/2012 11:11
Caldecott Park is opening it's gates to the free Rugby Music Festival on Saturday 18th August.
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Published: Thu, 16/08/2012 10:55
Warwickshire road users are being advised to drive with extra caution and patience during the harvest season in August and September.
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Published: Thu, 16/08/2012 10:31
Residents are urged to look out for their electoral registration form and return it to the council as soon as possible.
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Published: Thu, 16/08/2012 10:28
Rugby Borough Council is to consult on planned changes to council tax benefit, once they have been approved by the council’s Cabinet.
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Published: Thu, 16/08/2012 10:25
With the typical British Summer time weather continually proving to be very unpredictable the Trust is urging festival goers to bring their wellies…as well as their sun cream!
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Published: Thu, 16/08/2012 10:09
Whether drowning your sorrows or celebrating a set of straight A’s, West Midlands Ambulance Service is urging all A Level students to be safe tonight
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Published: Thu, 16/08/2012 10:05
Police are pleased that the proportionate policing operation around Bulldog Bash 2012 resulted in a safe and low crime event.
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Published: Thu, 16/08/2012 08:56
Police investigating a serious assault in Rugby town centre in the early hours of Sunday 29 July are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
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Published: Thu, 16/08/2012 08:19
Following the success of TeamGB at the London 2012 Olympics and in response to public demand, Royal Mail is gearing up to continue to paint the UK gold with gold post boxes and individual Gold Medal stamps for the London 2012 Paralympic Games
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Published: Wed, 15/08/2012 20:48
Two medical practices in Warwickshire are taking part in an innovative project that will test the efficiency of electric cars in rural areas.
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Published: Wed, 15/08/2012 19:59
Warwickshire County Council’s Trading Standards Service and Warwickshire Police have seized 96 bottles of non-duty paid spirits from an independent supermarket in Rugby.
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Published: Wed, 15/08/2012 11:22
As A level results day (Thursday 16 August) approaches, UCAS advisers - including their social media team - are ready to help applicants through the Confirmation and Clearing process.
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Published: Wed, 08/08/2012 12:28
The public has been asked to have their say in the way police investigate road deaths in England and Wales
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Published: Tue, 07/08/2012 09:55
Police in Rugby are appealing for witnesses to a robbery at the Three Horseshoes Hotel in Sheep Street, in the town centre on Sunday afternoon.
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Published: Tue, 31/07/2012 12:28
A group of advisors – made up entirely of children - is being recruited by the National Trust to provide advice on how to get more of the nation’s children outdoors.
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Published: Mon, 30/07/2012 09:43
The House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee is launching a new inquiry into ‘Transport and the accessibility of public services.'
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Published: Mon, 30/07/2012 08:36
Rugby will receive a visit from a giant Lady Godiva puppet as she completes the first stage of her trip from Coventry to London later this month.
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Published: Fri, 27/07/2012 15:50
Motoring News in Rugby - View the lowest priced petrol stations in Rugby for Unleaded, and Diesel Fuels
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Published: Fri, 27/07/2012 15:43
This summer will be play time for visitors to Ryton Pools with the development of an exciting new play area.
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Published: Fri, 27/07/2012 15:37
Rugby based Locksmiths, Builders, & Joiners, 'D.J.McNulty' are recruiting for additional tradesmen.
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Published: Fri, 27/07/2012 13:28
Police in Rugby are appealing for witnesses or information following an aggravated burglary at a house in Aqua Place on Monday afternoon (23 July) at shortly before 3.30pm
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Published: Fri, 27/07/2012 13:10
West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) is embarking on a new project offering people in the region the opportunity to commence a career in the NHS.
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Published: Fri, 27/07/2012 12:34
A man who suffered a cardiac arrest in Coventry has the Olympics to thank for giving him the best chance of survival.
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Published: Fri, 27/07/2012 12:23
A teenager has died and four others have been injured following a crash in Warwickshire last night.
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Published: Fri, 27/07/2012 00:05
A round up of the latest events and entertainment on offer at the Barley Mow Pub, Newbold On Avon.
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Published: Thu, 26/07/2012 23:55
This is a charity event for Hope 4 to raise funds for homeless, and poorly housed people in Rugby.
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Published: Thu, 26/07/2012 11:15
MA Travel are bringing you the chance to visit The Sugar Hut Nightclub for a night out, as featured on ITV2's The Only Way Is Essex.
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Published: Wed, 25/07/2012 16:55
There will be 2 levels of enhanced CRB check
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Published: Tue, 24/07/2012 16:33
Some of Royal Mail's much-loved red post boxes will turn gold this summer to celebrate every Team GB and ParalympicsGB gold medal win
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Published: Mon, 23/07/2012 17:24
Osmington Holiday Park in Weymouth, Dorset, part of the family-owned Waterside Holiday Group, held a grand opening event this month (14 – 15 July) to launch its new ‘Smuggler’s Vie
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Published: Thu, 19/07/2012 22:17
Local award winning professional photographer - Neil Bowler, shows off his creative flair on a G-Force Martial Arts Photoshoot.
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Published: Thu, 19/07/2012 19:17
Warwickshire County Council’s Trading Standards Service has announced that the first village in Warwickshire to become a ‘No Rogue Trader Zone’ will be Birdingbury, located between Leamington Spa and Rugby.
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Published: Thu, 19/07/2012 11:10
It is now just over 75 years since the first 999 emergency call was received in London. Over subsequent years, technology has helped all of the emergency services move forward to ensure callers receive some of the best services anywhere in the world.
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Published: Thu, 19/07/2012 11:05
Staff from Rugby Borough Council gave the two judges from the regional Heart of England in Bloom panel a guided tour of the town.
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Published: Thu, 19/07/2012 10:47
Rugby Borough Council, Rugby’s artists and community have been working hard on many projects through this last year in preparation for Imagineer Production’s 21st Century Godiva puppet (6 metres high) which will visit Rugby on Monday 30 July for a spectacular event.
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Published: Thu, 19/07/2012 10:38
Warwickshire Police, as part of its ongoing programme of consultation and engagement with the people of Warwickshire, is holding a meeting at Rugby Police Station, Newbold Road, Rugby, CV21 2DH, on 23rd July 2012 from 18:00pm until 19:30pm.
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Published: Thu, 19/07/2012 10:33
Three men who violently attacked a 42 year old Southam man, causing him serious life changing head injuries, have been given prison sentences totalling 20-years
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Published: Tue, 17/07/2012 12:45
James Alexander-Sinclair was guest of honour at an open evening for landscape gardeners at Watling Reclamation, based at Cuttle Mill just south of Towcester on the A5 last week.
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Published: Tue, 17/07/2012 08:26
Caldecott Park in Rugby is still one of the best in the country – and that’s official.
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Published: Mon, 16/07/2012 22:32
MA Travel offer first class, cost effective minibus hire for your every need.
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Published: Fri, 13/07/2012 18:50
Police are appealing for witnesses to a serious road traffic collision in Little Lawford on Sunday morning 8 July.
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Published: Mon, 09/07/2012 16:50
Silverstone overcomes challenges to deliver a great British Grand Prix for fantastic fans - 127,000 race day attendance was a record at the Northamptonshire circuit and a considerable achievement given the disruption caused by severe and unprecedented wet weather leading up to, and during the event
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Published: Sat, 07/07/2012 14:04
Officers are appealing for witnesses to a suspicious fire at the ‘All in One’ shop in Blackwood Avenue, Bilton, Rugby in the early hours of Thursday 5 July.
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Published: Sat, 07/07/2012 14:00
Officers are asking the public for information on the whereabouts of 38 year old Jason Coombes who is believed to be living in the Rugby area.
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Published: Sat, 07/07/2012 13:52
Visitors to Rugby Art Gallery and Museum this summer are in for a real treat with an exhibition looking at craft objects made from recycled materials.
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Published: Sat, 07/07/2012 13:36
RoSA Charity is currently seeking to contract a professional cleaner for their premises in Rugby.
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Published: Sat, 07/07/2012 13:31
Rugby Borough Council's Visitor Centre is to host an exhibition in the Floor One gallery, showcasing this year's calendar competition winners.
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Published: Fri, 06/07/2012 20:53
Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson was spotted at Rugby School again tonight, this time in a bright red Ferrari.
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Published: Fri, 06/07/2012 15:09
Motoring News in Rugby - View the lowest priced petrol stations in Rugby for Unleaded, and Diesel Fuels
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Published: Fri, 06/07/2012 13:30
Croft Stores in Silverstone - just in case you forget anything, they have virtuallly everything you could need whilst visiting the British Grand Prix at Silverstone
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Published: Mon, 02/07/2012 11:27
Neil Bowler Photography has kindly provided AboutMyArea with his coverage of the Olympic Torch Relay in Rugby.
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Published: Fri, 29/06/2012 17:52
The Chief Fire Officers Association notes with disappointment figures released this week by the Department of Transport which shows that in 2011 road deaths increased by 3%
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Published: Fri, 29/06/2012 17:08
The Olympic torch relay is to pass through Rugby town centre and through the heart of Dunchurch village on 2 July, giving residents a unique opportunity to see the flame on their doorstep.
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Published: Fri, 29/06/2012 17:00
Rugby Borough Council has today (Thursday) unveiled a floral model of the famous Olympic rings - by special permission of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
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Published: Fri, 29/06/2012 16:52
Police are appealing for witnesses to a collision in which an elderly couple suffered serious injuries.
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Published: Fri, 29/06/2012 16:41
Police are investigating a report of a suspicious incident which occurred near to Boughton CE Junior School, Dunchurch at about 16.00hrs on Wednesday June 27.
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Published: Mon, 25/06/2012 12:58
A rugby fan from Northamptonshire has launched a social enterprise that helps rugby clubs to raise money by hosting a sausage and cider festival.
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Published: Sun, 24/06/2012 22:59
Bricklaying apprentice Lee Bradley has been awarded the title of Apprentice of the Year at a special ceremony.
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Published: Sun, 24/06/2012 17:53
Warwickshire Police have issued a warning to householders to be aware of bogus callers and rogue traders.
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Published: Sun, 24/06/2012 17:24
Warwickshire Police arrested four people on Thursday, 21 June, after they executed a number of warrants at addresses in the Rugby area.
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Published: Sun, 17/06/2012 23:24
A Bilton landlord is offering a cash reward for information leading to the conviction of a vandal who sprayed oil or paint on to a house.
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Published: Mon, 11/06/2012 22:20
A man died following a crash involving two HGVs on the M6 in Warwickshire.
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Published: Mon, 11/06/2012 12:51
Charity's president makes plea to all MPs to warn their constituents not to risk their lives by taking barbecue grills into tents and caravans.
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Published: Fri, 08/06/2012 22:04
Tackle the three highest peaks in Scotland, England and Wales in aid of the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign
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Published: Wed, 06/06/2012 10:29
Fancy giving your dad a Ferrari this Father’s Day (Sunday 17 June). If not how about a Porsche, Lamborghini or MG?
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Published: Tue, 05/06/2012 23:46
Rugby's residents turned out in their masses to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Event.
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Published: Tue, 05/06/2012 23:35
Rugby could be host to one of only 60 of the Woodland Trust's Diamond Woods to mark HM the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
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Published: Thu, 31/05/2012 22:50
This is a unique opportunity to learn about a range of different professions with access to superb training and coaching.
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Published: Thu, 31/05/2012 22:40
Warwickshire Police Authority and Warwickshire Police have today, 31 May 2012, published their Policing Plan for 2012-2015.
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Published: Thu, 31/05/2012 12:28
Are you looking to downsize? Do you have a treasure lurking in your living room?
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Published: Wed, 30/05/2012 14:47
Last weekend’s hot weather led to a big increase in 999 calls for West Midlands Ambulance Service.
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Published: Wed, 30/05/2012 14:34
Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg has named a group of entrepreneurial colleges, including Warwickshire College, as major sponsors in the UK’s leading enterprise event.
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Published: Wed, 30/05/2012 14:27
Over the next few weeks, stickers will be appearing on green waste bins across the whole of the Borough, reminding residents how to make the best use of their green bin.
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Published: Mon, 28/05/2012 11:17
Rugby's Diamond Jubilee celebrations will include a fly-past of historic aircraft, organisers have announced.
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Published: Fri, 25/05/2012 17:05
This year's Rugby in Bloom competition is now open to entries from individuals, businesses and community groups, and the judging panel can't wait to see how the borough will respond to this year's theme, 'Diamonds are Forever', which marks the Queen's Diamond Jubilee and the London 2012 Olympics.
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Published: Fri, 25/05/2012 17:02
The green cross code appears to have been rewritten as more as more pedestrians seem to stop, change a track, and make a phone call, than stop, look, and listen when crossing the road.
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Published: Fri, 25/05/2012 16:54
Rugby Theatre will join the Diamond Jubilee celebrations for Queen Elizabeth II by playing a key part in the parade through the town centre on 2 June.
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Published: Fri, 25/05/2012 16:46
Neil Bowler Photography is on a mission to raise money for Rugby based dog charity PawPrints.
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Published: Fri, 25/05/2012 16:35
Staff from West Midlands Ambulance Service will soon be taking on a one day 140 mile coast to coast cycle challenge for charity.
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Published: Fri, 25/05/2012 16:30
Warwickshire College will be sending a number of students to a major entrepreneur festival which is today being announced by Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg.
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Published: Thu, 24/05/2012 11:35
Political group leaders listened to the views of their young counterparts at a VOX Youth Council meeting last week (Thursday 17 May).
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Published: Thu, 24/05/2012 10:31
Royal Mail is celebrating the culmination of Her Majesty The Queen's Diamond Jubilee festivities with eight new stamps featuring a selection of some of the most memorable events of her historic 60 year reign.
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Published: Wed, 23/05/2012 15:23
Officers are appealing for witnesses travelling on the A5 near Rugby early on Sunday morning 20 May who can assist with their enquiries into a fatal road traffic collision that occurred on the A5 near Clifton upon Dunsmore at 6.40am.
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Published: Wed, 23/05/2012 14:57
The Government has wasted the best opportunity to tackle irresponsible dog ownership in more than 20 years, claimed the RSPCA today.
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Published: Wed, 23/05/2012 11:35
Did you know that victims of a heart-attack should NOT lie down?
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Published: Fri, 18/05/2012 05:13
Building a Nationwide Network of Parent-Infant Partnerships (PIPs)
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Published: Thu, 17/05/2012 22:25
Volunteer lifesavers in Coventry and Warwickshire now have more mobility than ever thanks to taking delivery of several CFR (Community First Responder) scheme response cars.
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Published: Thu, 17/05/2012 11:26
It’s not every day that our students take on a national design challenge to clothe the country’s derrieres, but one group at Warwickshire College is determined to do just that.
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Published: Wed, 16/05/2012 20:18
Rugby is to play host to the biggest Diamond Jubilee celebrations in all of Coventry and Warwickshire, organisers believe, and preparations are well underway.
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Published: Wed, 16/05/2012 19:57
The prestigious Jayne Elliott Hair Company in Lutterworth, are now recruiting for hairdressing apprentices.
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Published: Wed, 16/05/2012 18:47
As the Olympic Torch relay gets underway this weekend, the Highways Agency is calling on road users to help tackle roadside litter and ensure that England’s motorways and major roads provide safe and pleasant journeys during the summer of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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Published: Wed, 16/05/2012 12:08
Communities across the country can now bid for a share of £2 million to protect and improve their local sports playing fields.
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Published: Sat, 12/05/2012 18:07
Love Your Dog? Want Professional Photos? Struggle To Afford Them? .....Nows your chance for a FREE Session, and images from just £10.00 each, no minimum spends!
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Published: Fri, 11/05/2012 16:51
The Olympic Flame starts its’ epic 70 day journey around the UK this month and to mark the occasion Warwickshire County Council is urging as many people as possible to ‘Line the Streets’ when it arrives in the county on July 1.
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Published: Fri, 11/05/2012 16:48
The Rugby Community Safety Partnership has two awards for individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to community safety in Rugby.
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Published: Fri, 11/05/2012 10:08
Businesses that persistently sell alcoholic drinks to children could lose their license to sell alcohol in a matter of a few short weeks, thanks to new powers given to Warwickshire County Council’s Trading Standards Service.
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Published: Thu, 10/05/2012 16:25
Sir Patrick Stewart, Brendan Cole and Chemmy Alcott launch ‘all-star’ charity event
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Published: Thu, 10/05/2012 11:01
Police are appealing for witnesses to an attempted robbery that occurred as a man was walking home from the Central Park Drive shops near Aldi, Rugby at 8.20pm on Thursday evening 3 May.
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Published: Thu, 10/05/2012 10:15
Police are appealing for witnesses to a serious road traffic collision that occurred on the A423 Oxford Road between Princethorpe and Ryton at approximately 8.20pm on Tuesday evening 8 May.
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Published: Wed, 09/05/2012 18:28
Horse owners in Warwickshire have set up a dedicated Horse Watch scheme in partnership with Warwickshire Police to help prevent and raise awareness of equine related crime.
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Published: Tue, 08/05/2012 17:12
Police were alerted to a burglary in Queen Victoria Street, Rugby after a member of the public saw a man carrying a TV running across his back garden in Clifton Road at 9.30pm on Monday 7 May.
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Published: Wed, 02/05/2012 14:10
A further nine people, arrested by Warwickshire Police as part of Operation Laser have appeared before Warwick Crown Court for sentencing.
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Published: Wed, 02/05/2012 10:11
Officers are asking the public to help identify the occupants of a green medium sized car similar to a Citroen after two females were shot at with what is believed to be a BB Gun sometime between 21.30 and 21.35 hours on Tuesday 17 April.
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Published: Tue, 01/05/2012 18:56
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman arrived home and disturbed burglars attempting to break in to a garage in Bilton Road, Rugby near Bilton Vets at 23.20 hours on Monday evening 30 April 2012.
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Published: Tue, 01/05/2012 12:34
Officers are appealing for witnesses to a fire that endangered the lives of three people living in a property in Nelson Way, Rugby late on Wednesday 26 April 2012.
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Published: Sun, 29/04/2012 15:26
Two women had a very lucky escape, as a large tree felled by high winds narrowly missed landing on their car, in Corporation Street, Rugby.
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Published: Sat, 28/04/2012 16:48
The Rugby Community Walking group based in Dunchurch will celebrate their 10-year anniversary with a special walk on Friday 11 May.
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Published: Sat, 28/04/2012 16:45
A Rugby woman who cheated the benefits system out of more than £9000 was fined £150 and ordered to pay costs of £311 and a victim surcharge of £15.
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Published: Sat, 28/04/2012 16:42
Six people have been taken to hospital following a road traffic collision in Warwickshire on Wednesday 25th April.
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Published: Sat, 28/04/2012 16:34
Rugby Borough Council is offering further support to residents affected by Wednesday’s tornado.
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Published: Sat, 28/04/2012 12:16
Two men in Rugby have been arrested on suspicion of possession of a Class A drug, believed to be Cocaine.
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Published: Fri, 27/04/2012 01:04
Pledges to marathon runner Claire Squires JustGiving page have now exceeded £750,000 as people are touched by news of her death.
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Published: Thu, 26/04/2012 15:34
Police have charged two people from Rugby with conspiracy to handle stolen goods.
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Published: Thu, 26/04/2012 10:50
A mini tornado tore through the streets of New Bilton on Wednesday evening, leaving a trail of destruction in it's wake.
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Published: Tue, 24/04/2012 12:44
If you were in Rugby on Monday as part of the St George's day celebrations you may have seen an exciting dance performance appear out of the blue.
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Published: Fri, 20/04/2012 21:47
Take a new look at the past with May’s programme of events at the County Record Office.
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Published: Fri, 20/04/2012 21:27
Following a formal identification process Warwickshire Police can now confirm that the body found on farmland close to the village of Wolston, near Rugby, on Tuesday 17 April, is that of George Summerfield.
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Published: Fri, 20/04/2012 20:55
Police are appealing for witnesses to a robbery that occured in Main Street, Newbold between around 20.20 and 20.45 hours on Thursday 19 April.
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Published: Fri, 20/04/2012 09:55
Six people appeared before Warwick Crown Court on Thursday 19th April, for sentencing in connection with drugs related offences.
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Published: Fri, 20/04/2012 09:50
Rugby Borough Council has issued a checklist for voters to help them have their say in the council elections on 3 May.
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Published: Fri, 20/04/2012 00:39
Rugby has an ultra modern tattoo and design facility thanks to the vision of owner and tattoo artist Spencer Scott - Eternal Art Tattoo & Design Studio is open for business!
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Published: Thu, 19/04/2012 09:57
The library closed on 23 March with the community group then taking over its management and opening a new service at the library building.
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Published: Thu, 19/04/2012 09:55
A young boy supported by Warwickshire County Council’s Integrated Disability Service (IDS) gives a child’s perspective on how the service has helped him and his family.
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Published: Wed, 18/04/2012 14:57
The Warwickshire Drug and Alcohol Action Team (DAAT) has announced a new provider of drug and alcohol user and carer involvement, and peer mentoring services for the county.
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Published: Wed, 18/04/2012 14:41
A Jury has heard how around 80 tonnes of redundant rail track were stolen in just one day from a project to improve Network Rail’s West Coast Mainline through Rugby.
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Published: Wed, 18/04/2012 14:37
Police arrested 19 year old Saul Linton from Rugby on Thursday 12 April 2012 on suspicion of assaulting a female in Bilton Road, Rugby near The Big Fish at around 8.10pm on Wednesday evening 11 April.
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Published: Wed, 18/04/2012 14:28
Police in Rugby are asking for information following an incident in which a male has approached a 12 year old boy and asked him for directions.
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Published: Wed, 18/04/2012 13:33
The Old Tool Shed cafe in Caldecott Park has reopened for the summer. Rugby Borough Council has refurbished the cafe, with the help of the Park Pastors, and appointed two catering coordinators who will run the park over the summer season.
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Published: Tue, 17/04/2012 15:28
Police searching for missing Wolston pensioner George Summerfield have discovered a man's body on farmland close to the village.
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Published: Tue, 17/04/2012 14:20
Business moguls are a rare breed – driven, passionate, innovative – and Warwickshire College is on the lookout for the entrepreneurs of the future to join an exciting, exclusive new course being run in association with the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy.
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Published: Fri, 13/04/2012 13:03
The site of the former Merry Monk pub in Brownsover has been earmarked for a new Tesco Express development
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Published: Fri, 13/04/2012 12:29
Rugby residents can now compare the food hygiene ratings at their local pub, café, restaurant, supermarket or takeaway against other outlets across the country, after Rugby Borough Council joined the national Food Hygiene Rating Scheme.
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Published: Fri, 13/04/2012 12:14
The 2012 Grand National moves ever closer with the announcement of the 48 hours declarations
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Published: Fri, 13/04/2012 10:04
Rugby residents were alarmed by a loud bang last night, which was eventually confirmed to be a sonic boom caused by RAF Military Jets.
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Published: Thu, 12/04/2012 18:59
ITN are making a brand new show for the Sky Arts Channel. The programme will be called Antiques House and contestants are being sourced.
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Published: Wed, 11/04/2012 15:39
John Barford car park has been lit up with low-energy lighting, after Rugby Borough Council teamed up with local company Ecolight Ltd.
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Published: Mon, 09/04/2012 23:26
Police investigating the disappearance of 77 year old George Summerfield, from Wolston, are trying to trace two people who were seen talking to him on the day he disappeared (Thursday March 29).
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Published: Thu, 05/04/2012 13:50
Rugby Borough Council needs your help and thoughts on what you would like to see done to improve broadband connection speeds in your town or village within the Rugby Borough.
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Published: Mon, 02/04/2012 20:53
Police are appealing for information about a group of rogue traders after three men, purporting to be workmen, stole up to £1000 from a 93-year old woman.
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Published: Mon, 02/04/2012 09:00
Police are concerned for the welfare of a 77 year old man from Wolston who has not been seen since Thursday, March 28.
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Published: Fri, 30/03/2012 08:26
G-Force Martial Arts fundraising day for Joel Richards has now raised over £5200 for the cause! an amazing accomplishment!
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Published: Fri, 30/03/2012 08:15
Two new services to provide accommodation and support to anyone experiencing domestic abuse are available to Warwickshire residents from 1 April 2012.
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Published: Fri, 30/03/2012 08:11
Mariane Cavalli, Principal and CEO of Warwickshire College, has helped to launch a seminal report on entrepreneurship in education at the Global Entrepreneurship Congress in Liverpool, the biggest entrepreneurship conference ever held
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Published: Fri, 30/03/2012 07:51
A member of staff was threatened by two men who carried out a robbery at the Co-operative food store in Main Street, Newbold on Wednesday March 28.
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Published: Wed, 28/03/2012 11:48
Warwickshire Police is conducting a criminal investigation into the theft of £113,000 from a secure storage area at its Leek Wootton premises.
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Published: Wed, 28/03/2012 11:37
Police officers who stopped a silver Audi A4 on Leicester Road, Rugby on Sunday afternoon (25 March) on suspicion of having no vehicle insurance, searched the car and found approximately 100 cannabis plants, dried cannabis, a quantity of money and equipment used for growing the plants.
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Published: Tue, 27/03/2012 19:37
A pilot textile recycling collection partnership has been launched between the Rugby Borough Council and the Rugby iLeventh Explorer Scouts (TRiES), with the Explorer Scouts benefitting from profits arising from the sale of textiles collected.
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Published: Tue, 27/03/2012 15:53
The start of construction of the new Queen's Diamond Jubilee leisure centre has been marked with a ground-breaking ceremony attended by councillors, representatives of Shepherd Construction, and staff and pupils from Brooke School.
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Published: Mon, 26/03/2012 11:34
Police are trying to trace the driver of a dark green Ford Fiesta following a non stop collision in Rugby on March 13.
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Published: Tue, 20/03/2012 21:35
The BBC's CBBC programme 'All Over the Place' will feature Rugby School in its ninth episode on Wenesday evening (21 March).
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Published: Mon, 19/03/2012 15:00
From Saturday 31 March Rugby Art Gallery and Museum is displaying the complete Rugby Collection for the first time in the history of the collection.
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Published: Mon, 19/03/2012 09:07
The Olympic torch relay is to pass through Rugby town centre and through the heart of Dunchurch village on 2 July, giving residents a unique opportunity to see the flame on their doorstep.
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Published: Thu, 15/03/2012 23:29
Mariane Cavalli, Principal and CEO of Warwickshire College, has helped to launch a seminal report on entrepreneurship in education at the Global Entrepreneurship Congress in Liverpool, the biggest entrepreneurship conference ever held.
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Published: Thu, 15/03/2012 22:26
Two new services to provide accommodation and support to anyone experiencing domestic abuse will be available to Warwickshire residents from April 2012.
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Published: Wed, 14/03/2012 14:18
Three years on from the BBC Pedigree Dogs Exposed programme, producer Jemima Harrison has once again cast light on the welfare of pedigree dogs.
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Published: Wed, 14/03/2012 12:09
Police are investigating the theft of a large quantity of jewellery from a car parked in Willoughby near Rugby overnight Saturday into Sunday 11 March.
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Published: Fri, 09/03/2012 08:55
The Council has a number of grant schemes designed to help voluntary and community organisations and, in some cases, individuals, to provide services and organise activities to local inhabitants.
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Published: Fri, 09/03/2012 08:51
Police are seeking help to identify a man who is suspected of committing a distraction burglary involving an 85-year old man in Binley Woods near Rugby just before Christmas last year.
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Published: Thu, 08/03/2012 09:20
Police have again issued a warning to shoppers to be aware of a scam being carried out in supermarket car parks in Warwickshire
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Published: Wed, 07/03/2012 15:04
The Sick Children's Trust are calling upon the people of the UK to join their third annual Big Chocolate Tea Party this April and raise thousands of pounds for families in need by enjoying their favourite chocolate treat with a cup of tea.
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Published: Wed, 07/03/2012 13:07
A national training organisation created over 125 new jobs for young people in just five days during National Apprenticeships Week.
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Published: Tue, 06/03/2012 15:12
West Midlands Ambulance Service is appealing to the public to think before dialling ‘999’ for an ambulance.
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Published: Tue, 06/03/2012 14:47
Have you ever wondered what you would do if a family member, friend or colleague collapsed in front of you due to a cardiac episode?
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Published: Mon, 05/03/2012 21:30
The Rugby Floor Company - Design, supply and installation of top quality floor coverings
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Published: Mon, 05/03/2012 13:42
Police seized 200 vehicles and arrested 75 people during February, as part of an ongoing operation aimed at actively disrupting the criminal use of Warwickshire’s roads.
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Published: Sun, 04/03/2012 17:05
Win Free Tickets to Silverstone for 2012!
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Published: Fri, 02/03/2012 16:26
Fever in Rugby are looking for part time staff, and will be holding a recruitment open day on Wednesday 7th March.
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Published: Tue, 28/02/2012 21:44
Police are investigating an incident in Rugby in which offenders sexually assaulted a woman before attempting to steal her hand bag.
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Published: Mon, 27/02/2012 20:50
Future Oscar winners can take their first steps on the road to the red carpet with a course at Warwickshire College.
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Published: Mon, 27/02/2012 15:51
A visionary police community support officer has helped unlock the potential for his force to tap into additional funding from property developers, to help police its county’s growing population.
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Published: Fri, 24/02/2012 00:30
Newmans Estate Agents in Rugby have openings across all areas of their business for energetic and motivated individuals, who are looking for an opportunity in the property industry.
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Published: Thu, 23/02/2012 22:59
The A14 around Rugby was closed on Thursday morning following a serious crash involving a van and a lorry.
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Published: Thu, 23/02/2012 22:54
The Play Strategy for Rugby Borough is due to be rewritten in 2012.
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Published: Thu, 23/02/2012 22:35
Police are again reminding householders to make sure they keep their doors and windows locked and secure, even when they are in the property, following a series of sneak in thefts at properties.
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