Local News
Drink-drive arrest following collision that caused gridlock in Stratford
Seven Meadows Road was closed for around three hours following a collision on Friday afternoon.
Stratford’s bus services ‘plagued by breakdowns and delays’
Frustrated passengers blame 20-year-old ‘geriatric’ buses but Stagecoach says its vehicles have an average age of nine years.
Spotlight on MP’s role in Telegraph bid
Questions being asked over Nadhim Zahawi’s involvement with the sale of the Telegraph Media Group
Frustration as A46 plans are too little too late
National Highways announce long wait for improvements: Billesley junction in 2025 and while lines and signs as late as 2030.
Foodbank appeals for donations to help Stratford’s vulnerable through winter
Tesco will be holding a special collection drive this week at its Birmingham Road store.
Alcester mayor’s awards seek out community champions
Nominations are open until 13th December. with four categories to choose from.
Extra two years needed to tackle huge South Warwickshire Local Plan
A number of factors have seen the timetable slip and a new target date suggested – the end of 2027.
Everyday courage among Stratford school children is an inspiration
Four children at Stratford schools are given Children of Courage Awards by the town’s Rotary Club.
£14,000 appeal to support Stratford’s Hospice at Home service this Christmas
The Shakespeare Hospice team, which supports patients with life-limiting conditions, will be working throughout the festive period,
Planter stops suspected drink-driver
Man, 31, from Snitterfield arrested on suspicion of drink driving after crashing into planter on Waterside.
Warwickshire sex offender jailed after breaking court order by attending children’s parties
Jason Coe, 48, o was given a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) in July 2019, but breached it on seven occasions.
Coffee’s leading role in actor’s new firm
Mum-of-three Sarah Cockell, from near Shrewley, launches mobile coffee company The Wandering Fern.
IN THE HERALD THIS WEEK
Investigation into tragic death of teen at Welcombe Hills + New questions over Zahawi’s business affairs + ‘More deaths’ fear over A46 plans
That fuzzy festive feeling
INTERVIEW: Expect some feel-good festive nonsense when James and the Giant Peach opens at the Bear Pit this weekend, says director Emily Myerscough
Stratford drafting agreement with West Midlands to move forward Gateway Project
A collaboration will aim, subject to agreements, to take ownership of the land in Stratford ahead of redevelopment.
Stratford College brings gender-swapped Othello to the stage
The second year acting students will be performing in Othello, one of the bard’s much-loved tragedies.
Christmas appeal to boost stocks at south Warwickshire foodbanks
The Trussell Trust Food Bank network has launched its Christmas Appeal in partnership with the Morrisons Foundation.
New shoe shop set to open at Stratford’s Maybird Centre
Shoezone is opening a new outlet at the Maybird Centre in unit 12 – between WHSmith and Superdrug.
Myths, legends and music from Coventry and Warwickshire youth Orchestra
Coventry and Warwickshire Youth Orchestra and Warwick & Kenilworth Choral Society perform respective concerts.
South Warwickshire insurer looks to put brakes on spiralling rural road deaths
South Warwickshire-based rural insurance specialist NFU Mutal is looking to work with public and expert groups to produce a Code for Countryside Roads.