Warwick February news roundup: Tulip garden, pub's 'dog day' and officers suspended

Here is a roundup of the biggest stories from the news in Warwick this February.
Alongside a host of planning applications, and a number of high profile council decisions, the last four weeks have seen Nub News cover everything from fundraisers to local business successes.
Community News
"Efficient and less spilling" lights will be installed at Racing Club Warwick's Townsend Meadow ground, the club has confirmed.
Fundraisers ran up a huge total of more than £14,000 for a local children's charity when they took part in the recent Warwick Half Marathon.
A new Dementia Cinema Club has been launched at a local care home, offering people living with dementia, and their carers a safe space.
A Warwick organisation which has been a home for army veterans since 1571 has welcomed its first female 'brother' in its 450 year history.

Police
A former special constable at Warwickshire Police bas been found to have committed gross misconduct by "accessing police systems for a non-policing purpose".
Warwickshire Police is the "best performing' force in the country at attending reports of domestic burglaries.
Police are appealing for witnesses after a seven-year-old child was injured in a crash in Warwick.
Human remains have been found in a Coventry park in the search for a missing South Warwickshire man, who is believed to have been murdered.
Over 500 child sexual abuse image crimes were reported to Warwickshire Police in the past year, Home Office data has revealed.
Three Warwickshire Police officers have been suspended pending an investigation into inappropriate WhatsApp messaging.
Tributes have been paid to an "incredibly sweet" Warwickshire police dog which has died.

Business News
Forming relationships and being honest with customers is the secret to success for a pawnbroker in Leamington Spa which is nearing 15 years trading on Parade.
Locals can now buy tickets for the opening of a "stunning" new tulip garden opening in South Warwickshire this spring.
South Warwickshire car manufacturer Aston Martin has cut 170 jobs as losses continue to grow.
Fostering a community atmosphere and putting fitness first are the secret to success for one of the UK's biggest independent gym chains, which started its journey in Kenilworth.

Warwick Market has received a Highly Commended award at the Great British Market Awards 2025.
A Warwick eatery is embracing the changing world with the introduction of a new augmented reality menu.
A popular Warwick pub is set to reopen in March with a "new look and ultra-stylish feel" following a "significant investment".
A Warwick business is helping bring birthday cheer to local families with affordable children's parties that are already proving a hit with parents.
A Warwick pub is promising a "relaxing" new weekly 'dog day' to bring together dog owners and dog-loving guests.
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