Here is a roundup of the biggest stories from the news in Warwick this October.

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 Warwickshire Police and fundraisers to local business successes.

Community News

After reaching the semi-final, Warwickshire's Great British Bake Off has been axed from the show.

Warwickshire-based care provider WCS Care has been shortlisted at the Investors in People Awards 2025 in the category of UK Employer of the Year: Platinum 250+ people.

The new entrance has opened at Warwick Hospital "marking a key milestone in its ongoing transformation".

A fleet of tractors will once again take to the streets of South Warwickshire this Christmas.

Warwick Mop returned this October and was a great success.

Over 20 local professional artists, alumni, teachers, and students are set to feature at a local charity art auction in Warwick.

Warwick Parkway Station has celebrated its 25th anniversary since opening.

A celebration event was held at Warwick Parkway on Friday 24 October (image via Chiltern)

Police

An interactive map, created by Nub News, shows where crimes have been reported around Warwick and Warwickshire.

A former Warwickshire Police officer "abused his position for a sexual purpose", a misconduct hearing has found.

A man has been jailed for causing the death of a passenger in his van on the M40 near Warwick after he crashed into the back of a lorry.

A dangerous driver who stopped on the M40 and got out of his truck to shout at another motorist has been banned for three years.

Police are appealing for witnesses after a hit and run on the edge of Warwick.

Business News

A women's award winning occasion wear boutique in Warwick's is calling on local families to check their wardrobes for forgotten prom dresses and give them the chance to shine again.

Simpson Financial Services has been named the Apprentice Employer of the Year 2025 at the CII and PFS Apprenticeship Awards. 

The opening of a brand new axe-throwing venue in Warwickshire, is just a few weeks away.

Warwick has welcomed a brand new eatery on Smith Street.

Warwickshire's brand new Five Guys is now open for business. 

Leamington's brand new Five Guys is now open (image via Nub News)

An independent estate agent has been named the best in the county at the biggest award scheme in the UK residential property industry.

A popular south Indian restaurant in Warwick has announced its new Christmas festive menu.

A Warwick-based bakery and coffee shop has closed its doors after a year in the town's Old Square.

A popular Indian restaurant has said thank you to its most loyal customers by throwing a VIP anniversary party to mark a quarter of a century in Warwick.

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Spoon and Whisk, a bakery in Warwick’s Old Square, has closed (image via Nub News)