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‘Extra funding needed’ to help tackle rise of rough-sleeping in Stratford
Residents and businesses have again raised concerns about the number of – and the wellbeing of – rough sleepers in Stratford town centre.
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Two primary schools praised for strong inclusion by Ofsted
Welford Primary School and Tudor Grange Primary Academy in Haselor were amongst four schools in the county to be commended
Alcester Court Leet deem all is well an annual Assizes
Everything was deemed to be ‘satisfactory’ as businesses in Alcester were inspected as part of the annual Alcester Court Leet Assizes on Saturday
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Double Finch for Reform as teenager George and his dad Stuart both stand for election
George Finch has put forward his ultimate right-hand man for a seat at next week’s local elections - his dad.
Padel sport could be coming to Alcester with plans submitted for new courts
Plans have been submitted to transform an industrial unit into a new indoor padel court and sports facility.
Shottery pavement protests suspended with campaigners hoping to meet with council
Protests against motorists driving on paths have been suspended
Motorcyclist seriously injured after hitting wall
A male motorcyclist has been seriously injured after his bike hit a wall at Gallows Hill.
Search for new venue after Shipston’s Ibiza on Stour event refused licence
Shipston Proms say they’re “very disappointed” a licence for the music event has been denied, but they’re working to put something in place.
‘If it was one of my mates’ children I would do the same, but I don’t expect them to be doing it for me’
The father of a nine-year-old girl diagnosed with cancer has said ‘thanks’ doesn’t do justice to the community who have set up a fundraiser
‘Shakespeare is life with the boring bits cut out’
Toasts, ghosts and spirits from the sky were the order of the day at the Pragnell Birthday Award Reception
Stratford Butterfly Farm to celebrate Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday
Stratford Butterfly Farm will celebrate the 100th birthday of Sir David Attenborough on Friday (8th May)
Wellesbourne tree campaigners state case in public inquiry
Wellesbourne residents campaigning to save trees from being removed by developers gathered outside the Stratford District Council’s office yesterday
Survivor who suffered seven years of sexual abuse and rape as a girl shares her story to help others
A woman who was subjected to seven years of sexual abuse, including rape, as a girl wants other survivors of non-recent abuse to come forward.
‘I thought it was right to stand for the borough so we can turn it into a more efficient council’
Warwickshire County Council leader George Finch insists he would have the time to lead two councils at once
Date set for inquiry into go ahead of £80 million Gaydon development
A date has been set for a public inquiry which will decide whether plans for a huge commercial development at Gaydon can go ahead
Abuse of dogs inflicted ‘guilt and heartbreak’ on West Midlands family
The owners of two dogs who were abused by their petsitters said the experience has had a “profound and lasting impact” on the whole family
Sizzling with dark gothic secrets and broiling desires
REVIEW: Driftwood at the RSC’s Other Place comes with great performances and a heavy and erotic claustrophobia **** 4 stars
Pursuits Festival returns next weekend
Free two-day community festival takes place on Stratford Re4c next weekend ( 9th-10th May).
Drone footage shows new sports facilities as they are officially opened at KES
Businessman Tony Bird was recognised for years of dedication and support when the refurbished sports pavilion at KES was named in his honour.
The Bard and the Bramley Apple celebrated with tree planting ceremony
The Bard and the Bramley apple have long, but very different legacies, but there was a coming together at Anne Hathaway's Cottage in Shottery