Coventry news

• Your photos: Dogs balancing on hay bales while West Midlands swelters

  16-08-2026 08:04 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Take a look at these weather photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.
  
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• Anger over new left-hand turn ban in Coventry as readers ask 'who comes up with these ideas'

  22-08-2026 18:00 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  Coventry Live readers have shared strong opinions on Coventry City Council's plans for a new left-turn ban at Chace Avenue, part of the London Road Cycleway Scheme.
  
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• 'We can't sleep or use our gardens' claim locals over severe A444 noise

  22-08-2026 17:18 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  They say it is 'polluting' their neighbourhood
  
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• First glimpse at huge new games arcade in Coventry city centre

  22-08-2026 17:05 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  It is due to open in Cathedral Lanes Shopping Centre in Broadgate
  
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• New map shows every piece of land council needs to buy for major Nuneaton road project

  22-08-2026 17:00 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  It has to be approved by the Secretary of State for Transport
  
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• Coventry City Centre South developer says Hertford House was 'difficult one' to demolish

  22-08-2026 16:08 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  The multimillion-pound City Centre South regeneration project is in full swing with a large section of Coventry city centre now demolished, cleared for an entire new neighbourhood of shops, entertainment, food outlets and almost 1,600 homes.
  
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• The real-life Coventry treasure-hunter who met a tragic end and named iconic local pub

  22-08-2026 15:44 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  The Nugget was named after the owner returned from a trip across the world during the 1800s
  
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• The day Warwickshire village faced devastating flood with a cup of tea

  22-08-2026 14:07 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  The spring of 1998 was an incredibly wet one
  
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• CCTV issued of last time missing teen was seen at Nuneaton Railway Station

  22-08-2026 14:00 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  He was caught on camera on Wednesday night and has not been seen since
  
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• More than a dozen arrests in crackdown on youth violence across Coventry

  22-08-2026 13:40 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  Weapons including knives were seized
  
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• More than four phones stolen every day in West Midlands

  22-08-2026 13:00 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  Figures show there were more than 1,500 phone thefts and robberies in the police force area last year
  
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• Every road change that will impact anyone going to the Coventry Building Society Arena

  22-08-2026 12:36 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  They come into force on Monday (August 24)
  
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• Nuneaton and Bedworth's most violent streets as 2,450 crimes recorded in 2026

  22-08-2026 12:06 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  Warwickshire Police data shows more than 2,450 violent and sexual offences were recorded across Nuneaton and Bedworth in the first six months of 2026, with Nuneaton Central emerging as the area's worst crime hotspot and Newdegate Place and Stratford Street topping the list of most violent streets.
  
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• Iconic Coventry sculpture to find new city centre home as it gets hidden by building work

  22-08-2026 12:00 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  The Phoenix marks the post-war rebuild of Coventry and is now presiding over a new era of reconstruction
  
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• Lloyds Tour of Britain Women 2026 in Warwickshire - everything you need to know

  22-08-2026 11:52 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  The final leg is being held in the county - and it is set to attract thousands
  
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• Hunt for red BMW biker who 'threatened passing motorists' in Warwickshire layby

  22-08-2026 11:22 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  The bike had been stolen from the drive of a house
  
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• Perfect haven for Sky Blues fans in the Premiership put on the market

  22-08-2026 11:03 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  It also has a huge outdoor area
  
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• Locals complain over return of foul HS2 'stink' in North Warwickshire

  22-08-2026 10:17 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  It has led to action being taken
  
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• Much-missed facility back in Bedworth's biggest park - and it's better than before

  22-08-2026 10:06 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  It officially opens today
  
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• New thunderstorms warning for Coventry as sunshine and heavy showers loom

  22-08-2026 09:45 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  It comes as this weekend is set to be dry and feeling warm tomorrow
  
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• Arsenal of weapons seized during night-time sting across Coventry city centre

  22-08-2026 09:21 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  There wee also drugs seized and arrests made
  
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• We tried Warwickshire pub serving incredible 'Indian barbecue' and wanted everything on the menu

  22-08-2026 09:15 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  The venue in Rugby is already getting a loyal clientele after reopening earlier this summer
  
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• Gorgeous park on rolling hills with 'best sunset' is 30 minutes from Coventry

  22-08-2026 09:04 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  A park with rolling hills, panoramic views and the best sunset is just a short drive away from Coventry. You'll want to add this to your bucket list before it's too late!
  
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• Coventry GCSE results picture in full as Warwickshire has best scores in West Midlands

  22-08-2026 08:50 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  Almost one in three GCSE grades in Warwickshire was a seven or above
  
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• Town to host Tour of Britain Women final stage

  22-08-2026 08:16 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The race, featuring 114 riders representing 19 teams and 24 nations, is set to conclude on Sunday.
  
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• Midlands wildfire 999 calls were diverted to London

  22-08-2026 08:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  It comes as the Fire Brigades Union criticises fire bosses over declining crew numbers since 2008.
  
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• Proud night and perspective on Coventry City's difficult Premier League return

  22-08-2026 08:00 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  Coventry City match analysis from CoventryLive as Sky Blues reporter Andy Turner discusses some of the big talking points from a difficult opening night at Arsenal
  
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• A46 'bridge to nowhere' delay to 2027 branded 'ridiculous'

  22-08-2026 07:31 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  The A46 Stoneleigh Junction bridge improvement scheme will be five years late if the new 2027 summer completion date goes ahead
  
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• Secret piece of history could be lost if huge homes plan near Nuneaton goes ahead

  22-08-2026 07:30 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  A discovery has been made where there are plans to build 220 new homes
  
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• Predator with 'long history' of offending assaulted young girl and said he loved her

  22-08-2026 06:45 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  John Furniss was branded 'dangerous' and jailed for more than four years at Warwick Crown Court
  
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