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Join the Cathedral celebrations on the Big Screen

Wednesday 23 May 2012

Everyone can join in the celebrations to mark the 50th anniversary of the consecration of Coventry Cathedral, thanks to the city's Live Site screen.

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Help save the Water Voles

Thursday 24 May 2012

Coventry's wildlife will be in the spotlight next week as residents are given the opportunity to find out more about Water Voles and what can be done to protect them.

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Jemma gets her footie fix as a Coventry Ambassador

Thursday 24 May 2012

A former England U19 international footballer is among hundreds of volunteers training to be Coventry Ambassadors.

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Calling all charities…

Wednesday 23 May 2012

Coventry City Council and Big-Q Events Ltd are currently inviting applications from registered charities to become our chosen charity partner(s) for the 2012 Coventry Half Marathon.

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Moving the Goalposts

Tuesday 22 May 2012

Coventry City Council and Coventry University have come together to celebrate Coventry’s participation in the London 2012 Olympics with the contemporary exhibition Moving the Goalposts. The exhibition will run from 23 July to 12 August 2012.

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Cabinet Member pledges support for Coventry's free runners

Tuesday 22 May 2012

A leading Cabinet Member for Coventry city council is championing the activities of a group of young people in the city.

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Coombe Club's back

Monday 21 May 2012

Young people will be able to experience a wealth of outdoor fun this half term as Coombe Club returns for the third holiday play scheme.

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Pink Picnic and Community Games – celebrating International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT)

Friday 18 May 2012

Coventry’s LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and Transgender) Community is proud to announce the first ever Pink Picnic and Community Games in Coventry’s War Memorial Park taking place on the 19th May 2012 from 11.00am til 16.00 near to the new Visitors Centre and main car park.

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Line the Streets

Friday 18 May 2012

All over the country, people are getting excited listening to news of the Olympic Torch’s arrival in Britain.

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Relive Houchen's diving header on the giant screen!

Monday 14 May 2012

The greatest day in the Sky Blues' history will be relived on the biggest TV screen in the city.

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Statement from Council Leader on talks about Coventry City FC

Friday 11 May 2012

Council Leader Cllr John Mutton said: “Following the recent discussions between Coventry City Council, The Higgs Charity, representatives of the Football Club and SISU, everything at the moment must remain strictly confidential.

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Tours and trails for 2012

Thursday 10 May 2012

Coventry is offering a series of tours to add to its visitor experience as the city gears up for London 2012.

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The Godiva Festival 2012 - Line-up revealed

Wednesday 9 May 2012

The UK’s biggest, free three day family event the Godiva Festival is returning to Coventry.

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Street Parties - final numbers are in!

Tuesday 1 May 2012

Staff at Coventry City Council have been doing their best to encourage residents to organise a street party for the Diamond Jubilee in June, and with the April closing date now gone, have had 64 enquiries for application forms, and 31 confirmed parties.

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World War Two planes to feature in Broadgate

Monday 30 April 2012

Three Replica World War Two planes will be on display in Broadgate from the 5th- 7th May.

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The Olympics is coming to YOUR city - Local Leaders needed

Friday 27 April 2012

Have you heard – the Olympics is coming to YOUR city!

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Coventry Mysteries Week 2012 – Big Sing planned for City Centre

Wednesday 25 April 2012

On the afternoon of Sunday 10 June, hundreds will gather in the Precinct to sing a new work for voices, and organisers are looking for as many community groups, choirs, young people, musicians and individuals (even without singing experience) to take part and treat the shoppers to a thrilling surprise - and you can be part of it!

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London 2012 Olympic Football draw live

Monday 23 April 2012

The official draw to see which teams will be playing in Coventry in the London 2012 Olympic Football competition takes place tomorrow(Tues 24).

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Sign up to London 2012 inspired Sowe Valley Relay Walk

Friday 20 April 2012

Residents of all ages from across Coventry will be given the chance to explore and enjoy the Sowe Valley Footpath as part of an ambitious community relay walk on Saturday 23rd June 2012.

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Olympic football qualifier – make sure you get your ticket

Friday 20 April 2012

The first taste of Olympic football comes to Coventry on Monday (23 April) when Oman face Senegal in the final qualifying match – and you can still be there to see it.

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100 days to go

Wednesday 18 April 2012

Coventry has celebrated 100 days to go until the start of London 2012 with a special event at the city’s Live Site.

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Canley wildflower meadow

Wednesday 18 April 2012

The Friends of Canley Green Spaces will be carrying on with their good work this week as they finish planting a wildflower meadow on Saturday 21 April.

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Park life

Tuesday 17 April 2012

The Lake View Park Group and Park Rangers from Coventry City Council got together for a second time, to continue the good work they started in March at Lake View Park in Coundon.

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Last call for Diamond Jubilee street parties

Friday 13 April 2012

Potential Diamond Jubilee street party organisers have a couple of weeks to get their forms submitted, as the city prepares to celebrate.

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Get your kicks in Broadgate!

Friday 13 April 2012

The new-look Broadgate opens in style on Monday 23 April with a massive St George's Day celebration.

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100 Days to go to London 2012 – Coventry celebrates

Wednesday 11 April 2012

Wednesday 18 April sees another major milestone on the Journey to London 2012 as it is 100 days to go until the Olympic Games Opening Ceremony - and you can help to mark the occasion in style!

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City volunteers get to grips with ambassadors role ahead of Olympics

Monday 2 April 2012

Coventry Ambassadors have been getting their first taste of the vital role they will play during the London 2012 Olympic Games as they take part in a training programme across the city.

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Godiva Unsigned launches!

Friday 30 March 2012

It’s the time of year that local artists and bands from across the region have been eagerly waiting for… Godiva Unsigned is back, bigger and better than ever before!

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Olympic play-off is Oman v Senegal

Friday 30 March 2012

Following a 2-0 victory in Hanoi, Oman will now face Senegal in the Men’s Olympic Qualification Play-off Match to be held at the City of Coventry Stadium on 23 April.

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One month until FREE tickets are available for Godiva Awakes

Wednesday 28 March 2012

Today, Wednesday March 28, marks the start of the one month countdown until the public can get their hands on free tickets for what promises to be one of the biggest spectacles of the summer - Godiva Awakes.

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Are you a Local Leader?

Tuesday 27 March 2012

2012 is an exciting historic year for Great Britain. Are you going to do something special to celebrate the Olympic Games coming to YOUR country?

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Easter fun at Coombe

Friday 23 March 2012

After a successful half term, Coombe Club will be running again this Easter school holiday from Tuesday 10 - Friday 20 April.

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First event in new Broadgate Square announced

Thursday 22 March 2012

Coventry City Council has today announced that the first event to be held in the new Broadgate Square will take place on St George's Day - Monday 23 April.

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Olympic flame comes to Coventry

Monday 19 March 2012

Details of the once in the lifetime opportunity to see the Olympic flame in Coventry on its route to London 2012 have been announced by Olympics organisers.

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No Fishy Business in Swanswell Park Pool

Friday 16 March 2012

Coventry City Council has taken proactive action to address the potential loss of fish in Swanswell Pool during periods of hot sunny weather.

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Six Nations Touch Rugby – Come and have a go

Wednesday 14 March 2012

March 17 will see all three Six Nation rugby matches aired on the Live Site screen in Millennium Place.

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Coventry launches Olympic app

Wednesday 7 March 2012

Mobile users can get rings of a different kind on their smartphones after a mobile app of Olympic proportions was launched in Coventry.

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'Albert' launched in Coventry

Friday 2 March 2012

The Albert, the official match ball to be used at the London 2012 Olympic Games football tournament was officially revealed at The City of Coventry Stadium by Tom Cleverley of Manchester United and Robert Ashcroft, the 43 year old from Derbyshire who named the ball.

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Final opportunity for Coventry Ambassador applicants

Friday 2 March 2012

People who wish to be a Coventry Ambassador for the Olympic Games have a final opportunity to apply.

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Coventry set to celebrate Paralympic Torch Relay

Wednesday 29 February 2012

Coventry is one of 34 communities across the country that will host Flame celebrations as part of the London 2012 Paralympic Torch Relay.

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Final opportunity for Coventry Ambassador applicants

Tuesday 28 February 2012

People who wish to be a Coventry Ambassador for the Olympic Games have a final opportunity to apply.

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Only three months to get your Diamond Jubilee Party organised

Tuesday 28 February 2012

With only three months to go until the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations, staff at Coventry city council have been busy sending out application forms to potential street party organisers.

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Coventry's unsung sporting heroes get once in a lifetime invitation

Monday 20 February 2012

Coventry City Council is offering unsung heroes who make a difference to sports in their communities the chance to attend two of the most spectacular events at this year’s Olympic Games in London.

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Coventry and Warwickshire women urged to join the fight - Race for Life 2012

Monday 20 February 2012

Coventry & Warwickshire women are being urged to join the fight against all cancers by entering Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life.

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Half-term fun

Friday 10 February 2012

There is no excuse to be bored over the next week, with loads of activities both inside and out.

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Coventry Ambassadors selection events

Monday 6 February 2012

Hundreds of applicants are being invited to a series of selection events to recruit Coventry Ambassadors for London 2012.

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Coventry Creative Futures achieves London 2012 Inspire Mark

Friday 3 February 2012

Coventry Creative Futures has been granted the Inspire Mark for its Making Moves programme. This is the second time the team have achieved this award for its community programmes.

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Final Olympic Men's Football place to be decided in Coventry

Thursday 26 January 2012

The final qualifying place in the Men’s Olympic Football Tournament at London 2012 will be up for grabs in a play-off match to be held at the City of Coventry Stadium.

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Speak Up, Speak Out for Holocaust Memorial Day

Monday 23 January 2012

Lower Precinct will be the host of the Holocaust Memorial Day event on Friday 27 January 2012.

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Young people celebrate safer centre

Tuesday 17 January 2012

Yardley Street Young People's Centre is holding an open day on Saturday 21 January to officially mark the completion of a new fence around the centre's basketball court and to offer local residents the opportunity to tour the site.

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Coombe launches half term playscheme

Tuesday 10 January 2012

This half term, 13 - 17 February, Coombe Country Park will be holding its first holiday club(playscheme) aimed at children between the ages of 8 to 14.

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Caludon Castle Park play area consultation begins

Monday 9 January 2012

Coventry residents are being asked to give their views on the proposed plans for the Caludon Castle Park play area in a consultation running from Monday 9 January to Tuesday 31 January.

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200 Days to go!

Thursday 5 January 2012

As we approach the 200-day countdown to London 2012 on Monday 9 January, Coventry boasts a significant head start on other cities in the race to benefit from the impending Games.

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Welcome to 2012 – an exciting year for Coventry

Tuesday 3 January 2012

It's here at last – 2012, the year that's bringing the Olympic Games and so much more to our city.

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Christmas Eve Sparkle

Thursday 22 December 2011

Get in the festive spirit this Christmas Eve with the last instalment of Sparkle Saturdays.

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The Herbert welcomes its millionth visitor

Wednesday 21 December 2011

The Herbert Art Gallery and Museum welcomed its millionth visitor through its doors on Wednesday 14 December.

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Badminton award for leisure centre

Wednesday 21 December 2011

Coventry Sports and Leisure Centre has been given an early Christmas present – being awarded the December No Strings Badminton ‘Session of the Month’.

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Final bow for Star Wednesdays

Tuesday 20 December 2011

Star Wednesdays take their final bow on the open air Fountain Stage in Precinct Cross tomorrow (21 December).

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Christmas Cracker Finalists compete to win Family Holiday

Thursday 15 December 2011

Christmas shoppers are in for another great day this Saturday as more festive entertainment takes to the stage.

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New swimming facilities for north east of city

Wednesday 14 December 2011

Coventry City councillors are being asked to back a radical new strategy for improving sport facilities and sports provision that would see an £8million investment into new swimming facilities in the north east of the city.

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New play area opening

Tuesday 6 December 2011

The Friends of the War Memorial Park are set to officially open the new children's play area on Sunday 11 December at 1.30pm.

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Star Wednesdays continue

Tuesday 6 December 2011

Star Wednesdays continue to entertain on the open air Fountain Stage in Precinct Cross this Wednesday afternoon from 4pm, featuring the very best in local musical talent.

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War Memorial Park Carols and Santa

Monday 5 December 2011

The Friends of the War Memorial Park invite families to come and join Santa for an afternoon of traditional Christmas cheer provided by the City of Coventry Brass and The Nightingales.

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Sparkling Saturdays continue!

Thursday 1 December 2011

With the lights now on and the countdown to Christmas well and truly underway, the live entertainment is all set to continue throughout December as "Sparkle Saturdays" continue to delight visitors to the city.

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Hundreds apply to be a Coventry Ambassador

Tuesday 29 November 2011

A total of 575 people have applied to be a Coventry Ambassador and help welcome the world to the city during London 2012.

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Star Wednesdays… take to the stage!

Tuesday 29 November 2011

Star Wednesdays continue on the open air Fountain Stage in Precinct Cross, every Wednesday afternoon from 4:00pm, featuring the very best in local musical talent.

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Making a difference to Coventry's cultural scene

Friday 25 November 2011

Join Coventry band The Enemy and local artists to see how new music rehearsal space has made a difference to the local music and arts scene in the city. A couple of The Specials are also hoping to add their support on the day too.

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Making Saturdays sparkle!

Thursday 24 November 2011

With the Christmas lights now on and the countdown to Christmas well and truly underway, the live entertainment is all set to continue throughout November and December as "Sparkle Saturdays" burst onto the stage in Precinct Cross and in Shelton Square.

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Countdown for city ambassador applicants

Wednesday 23 November 2011

Applicants have until Friday at 5pm to apply on-line to be a Coventry Ambassador and become one of more than 300 volunteers bringing London 2012 to Coventry.

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Coventry's Christmas Cracker

Tuesday 22 November 2011

Were you in town for the Christmas Lights switch on, on Sunday?

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Christmas starts on Sunday!

Friday 18 November 2011

Everyone is invited to the launch of Coventry's Christmas Cracker on Sunday, as the countdown to the festive season really gets underway.

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Seven-time Olympic medal-winner set to visit the city which shares her name.

Wednesday 16 November 2011

Kirsty Coventry, from Zimbabwe, is heading to the city to check out the city’s sporting facilities as she continues her preparations for London 2012.

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Coventry Ambassadors fly the flag for London 2012

Tuesday 15 November 2011

Volunteers are still being sought in Coventry to take advantage of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to become an ambassador for the city during the London 2012 Olympic Games.

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Coventry and Warwickshire to play host as Olympic Torch Relay passes through more than 1,000 communities

Monday 7 November 2011

The London 2012 Organising Committee (LOCOG) today revealed the 1,000 cities, towns and villages on the route of the Olympic Torch Relay.

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They Kicked Racism out of Football!

Monday 31 October 2011

Young people across Coventry took part in a city-wide football tournament last Friday, at Sidney Stringer School, to help kick racism into touch. Sporting Futures National Programme Lead, Sarah Willis visited and presented the winners with their awards.

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Coventry set to host the 2012 IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championship B Tournament

Monday 31 October 2011

Coventry could host the World Championships of one of the most popular Paralympic Winter sports next May, subject to final approval by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).

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Kick Racism out of Football

Wednesday 26 October 2011

Young people across Coventry will help kick racism into touch as part of a city-wide football tournament this week.

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Coventry Peace Festival

Tuesday 25 October 2011

Coventry Peace Festival returns for another year to celebrate Coventry’s unique role as a City of Peace, Reconciliation and Equality.

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Get down to the Fun Bus - It's Grrrrreat!

Tuesday 25 October 2011

Lord Mayor Councillor Keiran Mulhall joined in the half term fun when he visited the Fun Bus in Shelton Square by getting his face painted as a tiger!

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War Memorial to be rededicated by Bishop of Coventry

Tuesday 18 October 2011

A service by the Bishop of Coventry will be held to rededicate the Memorial at War Memorial Park next Tuesday at 11am (25th October), in time for Remembrance Sunday commemorations on the 13th November.

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National Parent Week - Den Building Challenge at Coombe Country Park.

Tuesday 18 October 2011

Fancy trying out your outdoor building skills? It’s National Parents’ Week so why not get your family and friends together at Coombe Country Park on Saturday 22 October to try and conquer this challenge. See if you can work as a team trying to create a shelter to survive the cold, wind and rain.

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Sky Blues stars visit Care Home

Monday 17 October 2011

Coventry City teenage midfielder Gael Bigirimana has proved that age is no barrier with a series of assured performances for the Sky Blues this season.

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Coventry City's Extra Time

Monday 17 October 2011

Coventry has had a healthy boost as Coventry City’s community scheme Sky Blues in the Community has been awarded a grant for £9,536 to fund a project that provides regular sport and social activities for older people. The presentation of the grant cheque was made prior to the Sky Blues home game against Reading on Saturday 24th September.

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Leeroy Kombats health and physical activity barriers

Friday 14 October 2011

Leeroy Bailey from the Kombat Breakers has been working closely with the council's Sporting Futures on the PCT funded "Making Moves" project, to give young people in Coventry the opportunity to access break dancing sessions in their local communities.

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STEP OUT and pick up your new guide book!

Wednesday 12 October 2011

The Step Out guide for October 2011-March 2012 is now out and ready for you to collect.

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Schools Torch Relay

Monday 10 October 2011

Thousands of school children are being given a once in a lifetime opportunity to take part in their own torch relay and celebrate London 2012 coming to the city.

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It's another hot success for Coventry's annual Half Marathon

Monday 3 October 2011

Record temperatures did not deter over 2,000 people from taking part in the seventh Coventry Half Marathon and Fun Run.

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Fundraisers meeting the challenge

Friday 30 September 2011

Hundreds of runners are in training ahead of the 2011 Coventry Half Marathon which takes place this Sunday October 2. The popular annual event organised by Big Q Events Ltd and supported by Coventry City Council, attracts runners from all across the UK.

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MAD UK Live and the The Coventry Festival of Invention

Tuesday 27 September 2011

Coventry people are invited to join in on a stimulating day of creation and invention!

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Could you be a Coventry Ambassador?

Monday 26 September 2011

The search is on to find over 300 Coventry Ambassadors to help welcome visitors to Coventry for the London 2012 Olympic Games.

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Lord Coe visits city

Friday 23 September 2011

Lord Sebastian Coe, Chairman of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, visited Coventry this week.

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Half Marathon Countdown

Friday 16 September 2011

Excitement is growing ahead of the 2011 Coventry Half Marathon and Fun Run, as an estimated 2000 runners are expected to descend upon the city for this year's race on Sunday 2 October.

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Paralympic tickets go on sale

Friday 9 September 2011

Tickets for the London 2012 Paralympic Games go on sale around the world on Friday 9 September 2011.

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Local clubs get big screen treatment

Thursday 8 September 2011

A series of video guides to sports which will take place during London 2012 has been produced with local clubs and given a big screen debut.

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Live Site turns quizmaster

Wednesday 7 September 2011

The London 2012 Live Site screen in Millennium Place, Coventry, will become a quizmaster on Thursday September 8th when BT tests the city’s Paralympic knowledge.

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Back to the 1980s Weekend

Monday 22 August 2011

Coventry Transport Museum and the BBC will be celebrating the 1980s as part of Domesday Weekend this week.

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Visit Coventry-by-the-Sea

Wednesday 10 August 2011

Being situated in the centre of the country, it is impossible for Coventry residents to get their families to the seaside in less than an hour – so the Council is bringing the beach to Coventry city centre!

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New Half Marathon route announced

Friday 5 August 2011

Race organisers for the 2011 Coventry Half Marathon are delighted to announce details of the new route for this year's event.

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Daimler Green gets in the London 2012 spirit

Thursday 4 August 2011

There's less than a year to go before Coventry co-hosts London 2012 and the Daimler Green Community Centre is getting in the spirit of the Olympic Games this weekend.

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A first for Coventry - four Green Flag parks

Friday 29 July 2011

Coventry City Council is celebrating after four of its parks each received a prestigious, national award.

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Commemorative badge launched with one year to go to London 2012

Tuesday 26 July 2011

A commemorative pin badge has been launched to mark Coventry’s status as a co-host city as the one year to go until London 2012 landmark is reached.

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Get down to the London 2012 Open Weekend

Wednesday 20 July 2011

The annual London 2012 Open Weekend, supported by BP, will take place in Coventry on Saturday July 23 with this year set to be the biggest celebration yet.

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Coventry win Gold…again!

Tuesday 12 July 2011

Coventry City Council's Sporting Futures Service have been awarded an impressive Gold rating for the fourth year running.

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Biggest ever crowds for Godiva 2011

Monday 4 July 2011

Record breaking crowds have helped make Godiva 2011 the most successful yet in the event's fourteen year history.

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Torchbearer nomination deadline looms

Monday 27 June 2011

The deadline to give Coventrians their chance to shine by nominating them to carry the Olympic Flame is fast approaching.

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Fabulous Mysteries Week

Friday 24 June 2011

Schools, university students and community groups have been working alongside professional artists with music, dance, drama, poetry, art and film as part of Coventry Mysteries Week.

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Park Watch scheme launches in Coventry's premier park

Tuesday 21 June 2011

Residents have joined forces with Coventry City Council and Coventry Police to launch the first ever Park Watch scheme in the city.

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Support the Race for Life – Sunday 19 June Millennium Place

Friday 17 June 2011

Come along and support the 5000 women who are taking part in this biggest ever city centre race on Sunday.

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London 2012 Torch to be made in Coventry

Wednesday 8 June 2011

The Council has welcomed the news the London 2012 Olympic Torch will be made in Coventry.

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Coventry Community Games Fund Launched

Thursday 26 May 2011

Coventry City Council has launched its very own community games fund to encourage Coventry community, voluntary and charity groups to join in the celebration of London 2012 here in Coventry.

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Godiva Sunday full line up announced!

Wednesday 25 May 2011

Godiva Festival organisers are pleased to announce the full line up for Sunday’s Main Stage as the final day of Godiva welcomes a relaxed and acoustic feel to close the three day event.

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Godiva Goes Back to the '80s

Thursday 19 May 2011

The UK's biggest FREE family festival kicks off on in style on Friday 1st July with a "Back to the '80s" themed evening of entertainment.

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Godiva calling!! Calling all local unsigned bands – we need you.

Wednesday 18 May 2011

If you are a local band who wants to play at the 2011 Godiva Festival and you have a CV postcode then listen up – here's how you can get to play the Godiva Unsigned tent on Friday 1 July.

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City to shine in Olympic Torch Relay

Wednesday 18 May 2011

A celebration event will be held in Coventry after it was announced the Olympic Torch Relay will stop in the city during its journey around the UK.

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The Godiva Festival returns

Tuesday 17 May 2011

The UK’s biggest, free three day family event the Godiva Festival is returning once again for its fourteenth consecutive year.

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Improvement work leads to chance discovery

Thursday 5 May 2011

Three pavilions in Coventry's premier park have been restored to their original glory thanks to a chance discovery as part of a multi-million refurbishment scheme.

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Work begins on new play area

Tuesday 22 March 2011

Work has just begun on the new Holbrook play area.

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Flag is hoisted as London 2012 countdown begins

Tuesday 15 March 2011

Today (Tuesday 15 March) marks 500 days to go until the London 2012 Olympic Games opening ceremony on the 27 July 2012.

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War Memorial work underway

Thursday 10 March 2011

Work on the second phase to improve the War Memorial at Coventry's premier park is underway.

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On Track - Looking forward, not back

Tuesday 8 March 2011

Creative Futures is a project working with young people in priority neighbourhoods, creating Streetdance and music production.

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City to host Olympic football qualifier

Thursday 24 February 2011

Coventry will play host to a qualifying game for the men’s Olympic football tournament in April 2012 – ahead of staging 12 matches during London 2012 later that year.

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£50,000 boost to play area at War Memorial Park

Monday 14 February 2011

The Friends of the War Memorial Park group has been awarded a grant of £49,999 to create a natural play area for children under eight years of age.

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Gosford Green play area consultation begins

Thursday 10 February 2011

Residents views are needed on a new play area planned for Gosford Green during a public consultation running from 10 February to 28 February.

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Lady Godiva says, 'Join the girls!'

Thursday 3 February 2011

Calling all women … the 5km Coventry Race for Life event will now be starting in Coventry City Centre.

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Power Rangers

Wednesday 26 January 2011

Parks Rangers Trevor Robinson and Roland Mackie are being hailed as heroes after saving the life of a swan that had got tangled in some roots on Swanswell Pool.

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