Rugby girl, 11, diagnosed with cancer after tonsillitis misdiagnosis
Armaie Burrows-Pitt, 11, from Rugby, was diagnosed with Stage 4 Burkitt lymphoma after GPs repeatedly said her symptoms were tonsillitis. She is now undergoing chemotherapy.
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Rugby quiz raises £2,400 for cancer charities
More than 160 quizzers raised £2,400 at Rugby Indian Centre for cancer charities, supporting prostate cancer testing and research, with 28 men booking tests.
Missing West Midlands girls found safe in Cornwall
Two girls, aged 11 and 12, missing from Rugby since August 9, were found safe in Cornwall, over 200 miles away, after a major police search.
Missing Midland girls 'absolute priority' for police
Police in Rugby are working around the clock to find two missing girls, Angelica and Verity, last seen on Sunday morning. Officers urge public to call 999.
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Rugby girl, 11, has rare cancer after symptoms ignored
A Rugby girl who 'never visited the GP' was diagnosed with aggressive Burkitt lymphoma after early signs were repeatedly dismissed. She now undergoes chemotherapy at Birmingham Children's Hospital.
Midland robber headbutts officer, jailed for 38 months
Gary Crane, 48, pushed over a shopkeeper and headbutted a police officer during arrest in Rugby. Jailed for 38 months after admitting robbery and assault.
Rugby Police Probe Reports of Knife-Wielding Man Chasing Kids
Police in Rugby responded to social media reports of a man chasing children with a knife and attempting to rob their bikes, but found no offences occurred after CCTV enquiries.
Drug dealers jailed after car spotted in Rugby
Two drug dealers, Ardian Beqiri and Kadri Kaja, were jailed after detectives spotted them making sales from a parked Nissan Qashqai in Rugby, leading to seizures of cocaine and cannabis.
Houlton Named Among Best Places to Live in West Midlands
Houlton, a new village near Rugby built on the site of a historic radio station, has been named among the best places to live in the West Midlands by Muddy Stilettos, praised for its community spirit and sustainable design.
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Heart screening in memory of Rugby man finds three needing tests
A heart screening day in memory of Anthony Lane identified three young people needing further cardiac investigation. Organisers say the event may have helped save lives.
M6 Closed Both Ways After Lorry Overturns Near Rugby
The M6 motorway in Warwickshire is closed in both directions after a lorry overturned, causing 40-minute delays. Police urge drivers to avoid the area.
Car Engulfed in Flames on M6 in Rugby Causes Chaos
A white car burst into flames on the M6 near Rugby, causing disruption. Emergency services attended the scene; no injuries reported yet.
Police Escort Massive Load Size of Two Blue Whales
Warwickshire Police escorted a 430-tonne, 81-metre rotor stator through Rugby, the largest item ever escorted by the force, comparable to two blue whales.
Rugby Paedophile Jailed for Child Sex Offences
Christopher Trezise, 46, from Rugby, was jailed for 10.5 years after admitting nine child sex offences, including distributing indecent images and sexual communication with a child.
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Rapist plied woman with drugs and drink before rape jailed
Connor Ratcliffe, 30, plied a woman with alcohol and cocaine on a night out in Warwick before raping her in a secluded car park. He was jailed for seven and a half years.
Restaurant Slams Youths for Causing Distress and Damage
A restaurant in Rugby, Warwickshire, has publicly criticized a group of youths for repeatedly causing disturbances, including frightening children and upsetting staff with aggressive actions.
Rugby Rotarians and Ashlawn School Launch Family Support Project
The Rotary Club of Rugby and Ashlawn School have partnered on the 4 For Four initiative, providing food parcels and cooking guidance to local families facing cost-of-living pressures, with students actively involved in the project.
Man Powers Electric Car with Battery Made from 500 Vapes
Chris Doel, a 27-year-old engineer from Rugby, has created a functional electric vehicle battery pack using lithium cells salvaged from 500 disposable vapes. His innovative project highlights the environmental waste of single-use vapes and demonstrates cr
Rugby Man Jailed After Police Catch Cocaine Deal in Car
Arian Varfaj, 53, has been sentenced to over three years in prison after Warwickshire Police observed a suspicious drug transaction on Oxford Street in Rugby and discovered cocaine, cash, and a phone in his vehicle.
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Two Arrested After £25k Cocaine Seizure in Rugby
Warwickshire Police conducted three early-morning raids in Rugby, seizing £25,000 worth of suspected cocaine and arresting two individuals on drug supply charges.
Musical Afternoon Tea in Rugby Raises Funds for Fisher House
Rugby Rotarians, local musicians, and the Masonic Lodge collaborate on a Musical Afternoon Tea event to support Fisher House, providing sanctuary for military families at Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
£1,000 Reward to Find Two Men After Rugby Burglary
Warwickshire Police have launched an appeal with a £1,000 reward from Crimestoppers for information leading to the location of Brady Winterburn and Tyrese Thomas.
Motorbike Rider Critically Injured in Rugby Crash
A motorbike rider is fighting for his life after leaving the road and hitting a lamppost on Houlton Way in Rugby. Police are appealing for witnesses to the Friday morning incident.
Cocaine Dealer Jailed for Seven Years After Police Chase
Jobe Larrassey, 33, has been sentenced to seven years in prison after crashing into a lorry during a police chase in Rugby. Officers discovered cocaine and cannabis worth over £200,000.
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Lost West Midlands village with a dark past near Birmingham
Explore the haunting history of Wolfhampcote, a 'lost' medieval village near Birmingham. Discover its speculated demise from the Black Death and the church that stands as its last witness.
Couple Deny New Charges in Baby Murder Case
A man and woman from Rugby have pleaded not guilty to five new charges relating to the death of 13-month-old Isabella Stasiak. Their trial is set for October 2026.
Rugby Council may ask to cancel May 2026 elections
A Rugby Borough Council panel will decide whether to ask the government to cancel May's local elections, citing a £160k saving and upcoming council reorganisation. Read the full story.
Mum's New Year Honour for Defibrillator Campaign After Son's Death
Naomi Rees-Issitt receives a British Empire Medal after her charity OurJay, founded following her son Jamie's death, has installed over 500 defibrillators and saved 24 lives. Discover her mission.
Rugby café closes as rising costs force owners' hand
A beloved Rugby café, Treacles At Mosaic, has shut its doors for good. Owners Michelle and Tony Edkin thanked their 'family' of customers, blaming rising business costs as the deciding factor for the closure.
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Five charged after Boxing Day knife fight in Rugby pub
Five men face charges after a large-scale disorder involving knives erupted at a Rugby pub on Boxing Day night. Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage.
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