First years at KES to learn Mandarin

Deputy Headmaster, Thomas Walton, said: “Mandarin is the most spoken language in the world, with approximately one billion native speakers. By offering…

Council rubber stamps Long Marston housing development

It is highly likely most, if not all, of the decisions made on each of the applications in question will also be endorsed by councillors. Up to 3,500…

Stratford's BBC Question Time on-air this evening

Tonight is only the second time the long-running show has been broadcast from the town, the previous recording taking place in May 2007. Stratford MP…

Firm's first class contract at London postal museum

When completed the Mail Rail will be the world’s first driverless electric railway and the ride will include audio visual displays to help visitors explore…

New advisors to help tackle cyber criminals

The advisors, who will be based within Warwickshire County Council’s Community Safety and Substance Misuse Team, will develop and deliver an action plan…

Met Office issues West Midlands snow warning

Trade Hub aids strong growth and job creation

The European expansion was made possible thanks to support from the Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce International Trade Hub including the…

Tributes paid to Stratford murder victim Bethany Marie Hill

"She loved baking, music, fashion and make-up and she treasured the times she spent with her family. "This has sent a shockwave through the family and…

Stratford chef's cycling challenge

As in previous years, all profits will go to the charity SADS UK which donates cardiac equipment and defibrillators in the community and supports research…

Former Archbishop visits Stratford-upon-Avon

During his talk Dr Williams talked about his fascination with Shakespeare and his own recent efforts as a playwright. For more on this story read this…

British Motor Museum opens after £1.1million refurbishment

The renovation has seen the museum opened up with new visual displays, interactive exhibits and new themed zones. Feedback from today’s press event was…

Free WiFi service goes live in Stratford

Although Rugby had its free WiFi switched on last year, Stratford is the first town in the county to incorporate tracker access points, meaning footfall…

Former Stratford Ramblers chairman dies

He was also responsible for reviving Alcester Tennis Club in the 1970s and played rugby for the air force during his national service. He married his…

A double celebration for the One Elm

Five days before this year’s ceremony the missing award, made of glass and shaped like a swan, mysteriously reappeared at the bar. Mat Faulkner, general…

LATEST UPDATE: Two murder accused set to stand trial in August

And when Williams (20) of Redlands Crescent, Stratford, appeared via a television link from Glen Parva young offenders’ institution, wearing a blue t-shirt,…

Family pay tribute to Bethany Marie Hill

"This has sent a shockwave through the family and we are all absolutely devastated. "Rest in peace Beth until we meet again, we will always love you." The…

Stratford wins big on the Lottery in 2015

Amongst the organisations in Stratford to benefit were the RSC which received three grants totalling more than £5.3million. Others to receive funding…

New head teacher announced at girls' grammar school

Ms Barnett said: “I am genuinely thrilled that my current deputy has been appointed as my successor. Jacqui Cornell won the post against some tough external…

Vandals cause £10,000 of damage to Warwickshire's oldest church

The attack at is just the latest in a string of suspected attacks on churches in our region with St Michael’s Church in Broadway and Holy Ascension Church…

Duo appear in court after fatal Stratford stabbing

Neither entered any pleas and were both told to appear for a preliminary hearing at Warwick Crown Court tomorrow morning (Tuesday). Mr Williams and Ms…