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Hundreds take part in Walk for Myton video
Hundreds of walkers strolled into the sunshine on Sunday to raise money for The Myton Hospices. More than 440 people took part in Walk for Myton and raised over £20,000 in pledged sponsorship - smashing the event’s target of £11,500. Walkers could choose from routes of three, six or 12 miles for the sponsored walk and were invited to enjoy a picnic or BBQ and relax in the hospice grounds after the event.
Case against Warwickshire detective charged with stealing must start again
The court case against a former detective charged with stealing £113,000 from Warwickshire Police’s headquarters will have to start afresh because of an administrative error.
Former Warwickshire detective charged with stealing £113,000 pleads not guilty
A former detective constable who Warwickshire Police had initially refused to name has pleaded not guilty in court to stealing £113,000 from the force’s headquarters.
Land earmarked for Gypsies and travellers in Warwick district
Around 20 sites will be identified today (Friday) as potential areas for Gypsies and travellers to set up home.
More than 1,300 new homes plan for land near Leamington and Warwick
More than 1,300 new homes could be built on three areas of green space between Leamington and Warwick, if councillors approve a developer’s plans.
Warwick warrior Mat shines in medieval games
Warwick engineer Mat Idziak played a lynchpin role in the UK’s first ever entry into the Battle of the Nations - the full-contact medieval fighting championships in which 24 countries competed in Montpelier in the south of France between May 8 and 12.
Sport
King wants to rule in F3 opener at Silverstone
Jordan King will make his debut in the Cooper Tires British Formula 3 Series at Silverstone over the weekend and the young racer has declared himself ready for the challenge.
Fans and ex-players pull on boots for the Brakes cause
After the success of the inaugural event, Brakes Trust’s Copa Del NWG returned to Harbury Lane last Saturday to showcase the club’s community involvement.
Disappointing finish to the campaign for Hibs
Leamington Hibs were unable to round off their Midland Combination Division Two season with a victory, going down 2-1 to Barton on Tuesday night.
Leamington take advantage of Swann and Cowan’s hard work
Leamington’s second string gained their first Birmingham League victory of the season with a comfortable 110-run win over Barnt Green.
Festival first for Combstock as Hope continues fine start to Kenilworth life
Emerson Combstock of Coventry Godiva Harriers was the winner of the Kenilworth Runners-hosted Kenilworth Festival 10k.
The real cost of promotion
Leamington chairman Jim Scott says the rising cost of ticket prices at the New Windmill is an inevitable by-product of promotion.
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Hundreds take part in Walk for Myton video
Hundreds of walkers strolled into the sunshine on Sunday to raise money for The Myton Hospices. More than 440 people took part in Walk for Myton and raised over £20,000 in pledged sponsorship - smashing the event’s target of £11,500. Walkers could choose from routes of three, six or 12 miles for the sponsored walk and were invited to enjoy a picnic or BBQ and relax in the hospice grounds after the event.
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Lifestyle
New music studio opens in Leamington’s Old Town video
Two brothers and bandmates have opened a new space in Leamington for musicians to record, rehearse, sell records and merchandise and organise their products.
Bollywood street dance
Bollywood and street dance styles combine in a new performance by Rifco Arts on at Warwick Arts Centre until tomorrow (Saturday). Break The Floorboards tells the story of teenager Zain, whose family, peer pressure and two left feet are getting in the way of his dreams of becoming a dancer. Performances are at 7.30pm, plus a 2.30pm matinee tomorrow, and tickets cost £15.50 to £18.50. Call 024 7652 4524.
Folk band bring distinctive sounds to Leamington’s Spa Centre
Northumbrian dance tunes, Anglo Scots ballads and New Orleans jazz are among the eclectic influences on guitarist Martin Simpson, who is performing with his band at the Spa Centre in Leamington tonight (Friday).
Musical adventure and plays at Warwick theatre
Enjoy holiday May-hem at the Playbox Theatre’s Dream Factory this half term with events for all ages.
Toyah returns to tackle the mayhem of housewife life on Leamington stage
After a successful year of causing mayhem and mania at theatres across the UK, the Hormonal Housewives are back and stopping in Leamington this weekend.
Neighbours from hell in social stage comedy at Kenilworth theatre
Neighbours from hell make the lives of the central characters miserable in a social comedy coming to Kenilworth’s Talisman Theatre.
Community
Crowds enjoy outdoor life at Warwickshire College campus video
The rain that was threatened for Saturday held off for crowds who took part in and visited the Moreton Morrell show.
Good food’s the right ingredient for a healthy life video
Pupils and staff at Myton School learned about nutrition and diet in a hands-on way when the Fun Food Company set up shop.
Lollipop ladies keep roads safe for 60 years
Lollipop ladies have celebrated 60 years of service with a nostalgic look back at their time on the county’s roads. Crossing patrol officers from across the county came to Kenilworth to celebrate six decades of helping get children safely to school.
Abigail spots fire dangers in the home
A safety conscious pupil who spotted potential fire hazards in her Barford home has been presented with a Junior Safety Champion certificate and £25 gift voucher on behalf of the emergency services.
Workers walked out on Marion
It seems a lifetime away now, but 50 years ago trade union activities were headline news and mass meetings in factory yards were common.
Dancers streets ahead at championships
Street dancers at Trinity Catholic School have excelled in a county competition.
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Weather for Leamington
Friday 24 May 2013
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Light showers
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