Coventry and Warwickshire News
Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Coventry and Warwickshire. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.

Salvation Army appeals for gifts to help families
The charity appeals for new toys and gifts as it plans to help hundreds of people who are struggling.

Cyclist in hospital after being hit by vehicle
West Midlands Police is appealing for witnesses to the crash, which happened on Friday.

Steep rise in empty homes is 'a catastrophe'
Councillors say too many properties are becoming dilapidated and the government should act.

Plans to name veteran centre after co-founder
Warwickshire County Council says the name change is a fitting tribute to Len Hardy.

Your photos: It's beginning to feel a bit like Christmas
Take a look at some of the West Midlands' best photos, shared by you, from the past seven days.

It?s not too late to get vaccinated against flu, says NHS boss
People are urged to follow the example of three million Midlanders who have had a flu vaccination.

West Midlands news quiz of the week - test your knowledge
From awards for a Lemmy statue and a bee film to a T-shirt to keep us together, did you see the news?

'Shop local' and back small firms, people urged
Small Business Saturday celebrates local, independent traders amid hopes of a "lasting impact".

Which West Midlands stations are the busiest?
Research from the Office of Rail and Road reveals the most and least-used stations in the region.

Bus routes change operators in the new year
Several bus routes will be run by Stagecoach, and electric vehicles will be introduced.

German president lays wreath at cathedral ruins
Frank-Walter Steinmeier and wife Elke Budenbender are accompanied by the Duke of Kent.

Mum's eight-year justice battle to see rapist jailed
Allan Peyton is jailed for five years for raping a woman in her home in the West Mercia area.

Police officer appears in court accused of theft
Warwickshire PC Robert Davies, 48, declined to enter pleas on three charges, magistrates hear.

Paddington musical is 'a lifetime opportunity'
Coventry choreographer Rhys Wilkinson reveals their passion for Paddington the Musical.

Extra second home council tax to be refunded
Warwick District Council is refunding the extra tax as it failed to implement a new policy properly.

Shakespeare trust launches 'adopt a beam' scheme
Hall's Croft was hit by a car in October and the damage has fast-tracked a £2.5m restoration plan.

Can anyone stop Lampard's Coventry winning the Championship?
Frank Lampard's Coventry City are 10 points clear at the top of the Championship and could create history - but will anything stand in their way?

? Should Coventry sign Rushworth permanently?
Listen to the latest Sky Blues Fancast on BBC CWR as the panel discuss whether goalkeeper Carl Rushworth should be signed permanently from Brighton.

How confident are you Coventry will win promotion?
BBC Sport asks readers to share their views on Coventry City's chances of promotion to the Premier League.

Lampard has helped give me freedom to score - Torp
Coventry City midfielder says working with head coach Frank Lampard over the past year has helped make him more of a goal threat.

Coventry's Demitri stars in Wicked For Good
Demitri talks about being a featured artist and working with Ariana Grande.

Carols at Coventry Cathedral
BBC CWR's special carol service at Coventry Cathedral returns for Christmas 2025.

"We have paid the price of their arrogance"
The 2025 Covid-19 Inquiry report says twenty three thousand lives could have been saved.

The Sheepy Tractor Run is back
Organiser Martin Brandreth is looking for ideas of how to decorate his trailer.

Hotel staff challenge undercover police
Warwickshire Police go undercover to see if hotel staff spot child sexual exploitation.

Pete Doherty: Bedworth and Babyshambles
Babyshambles frontman Pete Doherty reflects on a homecoming, and unfinished business.

Phone ban for Bob Dylan fans in Coventry
Fans going to see Bob Dylan at the CBS Arena will lock up their phones in a special pouch

Coventry's million dollar watch
A watch over 100 years old, made in Coventry has sold at auction for more than $2million.

Owner watches thief break in on CCTV
A cafe owner warned off a burglar who broke into her premises after watching him on CCTV.

Impatient drivers 'overtaking funeral corteges'
Andy Hawkins says some drivers lack etiquette during funeral processions.

Roe to take international break
Paralympic gold medallist James Roe hopes a year out from international rowing can help him "re-kindle his love" for it.

England set to rest Warks' Trott
Chris Woakes and Jos Buttler replace James Anderson and Jonathan Trott in England's one-day squad to face India.

Ndlovu seriously injured in crash
Former Coventry, Birmingham and Sheffield United winger Peter Ndlovu is seriously injured in a car crash in Zimbabwe.

Doncaster 1-4 Coventry
A brace from League One top goalscorer David McGoldrick helps resurgent Coventry City claim victory at Doncaster.

Macclesfield 0-0 Nuneaton
Struggling Nuneaton ride their luck but hold Macclesfield to a goalless draw in the Blue Square Bet Premier.
Child among those treated after pepper spray used in Heathrow robbery
Police say the substance was sprayed as a group of four men robbed a woman in an airport car park lift.
Student stabbed to death was 'kind and talented son'
The family of Henry Nowak, 18, pay tribute to their "kind, intelligent and talented son".
Kevin Sinfield completes ultramarathon challenge
The former Leeds Rhinos rugby star completes seven ultramarathons in seven days for MND charities.
Life in Britain's 'happiest place to live'
North Yorkshire market town ranks highly for access to green space and community spirit.
Banana containers cause shipping disruption
The containers came off a cargo ship near Bembridge on Saturday evening.
Mum said goodbye to son nine times before op
Five-year-old Kacey was diagnosed with the short bowel syndrome - an incurable disease - as a baby.
Santa protest swim called off after sewage overflow
A campaign group cancels a Santa swim in Falmouth after South West Water discharges storm overflow.
Search continues for two men missing in river
Police said they are "extremely concerned" for their welfare of the men, as the search continues.
Building site 'swamp' pump keeping residents awake
More than 800 homes are being built south of Marske, where a "noisy" pump is operating, locals say.
Damilola Taylor honoured as garden design unveiled
It marks 25 years since the 10-year-old was stabbed and died in a stairwell in south-east London.
Flood alerts triggered across South East
It comes as the Met Office has issued a yellow warning for rain covering Surrey, Sussex and Kent.
Angry Ginge had I'm a Celeb 'on his bucket list'
Tasha says she could not be prouder of Angry Ginge, whose real name is Morgan Burtwistle.