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Warwickshire’s Country Parks’ Big Jubilee Picnic

Published on Tuesday 15th May 2012 in Parks, Open Spaces and Nature Reserves news

Warwickshire’s Country Parks are joining in this year with the ‘Big Lunch’ celebrations by hosting a family picnic day on Sunday 3 June at both Kingsbury Water Park and at Ryton Pools Country Park.

Public consultation on children’s services at George Eliot Hospital launched

Published on Tuesday 15th May 2012 in Health and social care news

The Arden Cluster (NHS Coventry & NHS Warwickshire) has launched a public consultation on children’s services at George Eliot Hospital.

New powers will effectively ‘close’ problem alcohol retailers

Published on Thursday 10th May 2012 in Business news

Businesses that persistently sell alcoholic drinks to children could lose their license to sell alcohol in a matter of a few short weeks...

Special Events Order - Oldbury Road/Church Road, Hartshill

Published on Thursday 10th May 2012 in Events news

Warwickshire County Council propose to make a Special Events Order closing Oldbury Road and Church Road junction, Hartshill to vehicular traffic.

The “ Real” Picture of Crime and Disorder in North Warwickshire

Published on Wednesday 9th May 2012 in Police and emergency services news

From the North Warwickshire Safer Neighbourhoods Teams

Jubilee grants scheme success

Published on Tuesday 8th May 2012 in Community and living news

Grant scheme is now oversubscribed!

Fire Service counts the cost of arson!

Published on Friday 4th May 2012 in Police and emergency services news

Arson attacks in Warwickshire have cost Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service and it’s communities an estimated £21,830,084 in economic costs over the past four years.

Mayor's charity golf 2012

Published on Thursday 3rd May 2012 in Leisure centres and sport news

Golf fundraiser at The Belfry

Fund attracts major bids

Published on Thursday 3rd May 2012 in Business news

A major new fund to boost development and help grow the local economy has been oversubscribed.

Bumper year for country park visitor numbers

Published on Tuesday 1st May 2012 in Countryside news

Warwickshire’s Country Parks have enjoyed a record breaking year with more people enjoying the parks than ever before.

Another success for Exercise Referral Scheme

Published on Monday 30th April 2012 in Atherstone Leisure Complex news

Ronnie and Margaret find new lease of life with exercise

Dob ‘Em In

Published on Monday 30th April 2012 in Community and living news

The Community Safety Team at WCC has developed an initiative in partnership with Warwickshire Police, Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council and North Warwickshire Borough Council.

Sizzling Hot Runners

Published on Friday 27th April 2012 in Older People news

Sizzling Hot Runners raise £295 for Spread the Warmth campaign.

Orange bags on the way!

Published on Thursday 26th April 2012 in Rubbish and Recycling Collections news

Residents waiting for a new roll of orange bags used to recycle plastics through the Council’s kerbside recycling service will soon be receiving a replacement roll.

Hartshill students hold recycling day

Published on Wednesday 25th April 2012 in Rubbish and recycling news

Over a tonne of items saved from landfill

County chemists to offer alcohol advice

Published on Wednesday 25th April 2012 in Health and social care news

Information will be available in these venues around Warwickshire for the whole month as part of a health improvement campaign to raise awareness of the harm alcohol can cause.

New Medical Centre for people in North Warwickshire

Published on Tuesday 24th April 2012 in Health and social care news

Springhill Medical Centre has unveiled exciting new plans for its £1.4m medical centre.

Success for Exercise Referral Scheme

Published on Friday 20th April 2012 in Leisure centres and sport news

Former heart patient Pete is a regular at Polesworth Sports Centre

ASDA Tamworth launches community centre for local organisations

Published on Thursday 19th April 2012 in Community and living news

Asda is opening up a dedicated space for organisations to use in its Tamworth store – and it won’t cost local groups a penny.

Come to Kingsbury at half-term

Published on Tuesday 17th April 2012 in Countryside news

The Outdoor Education Centre at Kingsbury Water Park has announced its June 2012 half-term activity programme for local youngsters.

Superfast Broadband - only a click away!

Published on Wednesday 11th April 2012 in Community and living news

Help to bring superfast broadband to our rural areas.

Become a Community Living Volunteer with KeyRing

Published on Thursday 5th April 2012 in Community and living news

We are looking for volunteers to support people with learning disabilities in Atherstone and Warwick District.

National Food Ratings Scheme launched

Published on Thursday 5th April 2012 in Community and living news

Check out the ratings for your local pub,cafe,restaurant and takeaway

Warwickshire carers set the agenda on dementia

Published on Wednesday 4th April 2012 in Health and social care news

People who dedicate their lives to caring for someone with dementia have been setting the agenda on the support Warwickshire needs to deal with the condition.

Tyre tippers trapped !

Published on Tuesday 3rd April 2012 in Environment news

60 tyres dumped on roadside in Shustoke

Temporary Closure of Laurel Drive, Hartshill

Published on Tuesday 3rd April 2012 in Roads, pavements, lighting news

Warwickshire County Council propose to make a Temporary Traffic Order closing Laurel Drive, Hartshill to vehicular traffic.

Temporary Road Closure - Newhall Green Lane, Fillongley

Published on Monday 2nd April 2012 in Roads, streets and transport news

Warwickshire County Council propose to make a Temporary Traffic Order closing Newhall Green Lane, Fillongley, for Phase 1 from the junction with Green end Road to the junction with Green End Lane and Phase 2 from the junction with Green End Lane to the junction with Meriden Road, to vehicular traffic.

200th customer for free home insulation

Published on Friday 30th March 2012 in Private Sector Housing news

Atherstone resident is 200th customer for Rockwarm's free insulation offer

Baddesley Ensor Library to go live

Published on Thursday 29th March 2012 in Libraries news

The community library at Baddesley Ensor is set to go live on Monday 2 April.

B.O.B. Hubs opening this summer!