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Plymouth eye clinic highlights vital role of optometrists in first line of defence against sight loss

A leading eye surgeon is highlighting the crucial role Plymouth optometrists play as the first line of defence against avoidable sight loss.

To mark National Eye Examination Month, Newmedica Plymouth consultant ophthalmologist Nick Edmeades has described the city’s optometrists across...

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Calvo Loco opens in Exmouth

Popular Exeter tapas restaurant Calvo Loco is opening a second site in Exmouth following a £70,000 investment.

The restaurant, which has built a loyal following at its original site, is taking over the former Wine Hub at 32 The Strand in the town and opens later this month. The new restaurant has created six new jobs so far, with more on the horizon.

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McLaren Racing and Mental Health Foundation challenge people in Devon to complete a virtual Silverstone lap for mental health

McLaren Racing and the Mental Health Foundation are calling on people in Devon to take part in a virtual Silverstone challenge and help raise vital funds to prevent poor mental health.

The reigning Formula 1 Constructors' and Drivers' World Champions are asking people to complete virtual laps of the famous Silverstone circuit and raise money to support the Mental Health Foundation’s...

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Will Brounger, Charlie Chappell and Joseph Hancox celebrate their GCSE results

South Devon High School GCSE student celebrate their results

This year sees 92% of students achieve success across 12 vocational subjects including Games Design, Hospitality, Travel and Tourism, Adventure Sports, Sports Coaching, Automotive, Mechanical Engineering, Animal Care, Performing Arts, Health and Social Care, Childcare and Public Services.

Seven subjects including Travel and Tourism, Sports Coaching, Childcare, Automotive, Public...

What Consumer Reviews Actually Tell Us About Product Quality

Before you hand over your money for anything, from a kettle to a pair of trainers, you likely open a browser tab and check what other buyers have said. That habit has become so common that most shoppers now treat customer feedback as a checkpoint before checkout, and few purchases happen without it. Yet not every review carries the same weight, and knowing what separates a helpful comment...

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Royal William Yard launches its first literary festival

Popular Plymouth destination, Royal William Yard, is launching its first literary festival this September. Read Write Yap – a play on the site’s initials – is a month-long celebration of reading, writing and spoken word, bringing a programme of events, drop-in activities and installations to the Yard’s waterfront, outdoor spaces and historic buildings throughout the month.

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Six Friends Conquer Mont Blanc to Raise Funds for Wooden Spoon and give children the chance to thrive

Six friends have successfully conquered Mont Blanc, completing an incredible 4,810-metre challenge to raise vital funds for Wooden Spoon, the children’s charity of rugby.

After months of training and preparation, the team took on one of Europe’s most demanding mountain challenges, pushing themselves to their physical and mental limits to reach the summit.

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La Voix announces biggest ever UK theatre tour

Fresh from dazzling millions on Strictly Come Dancing, La Voix is back – bigger, bolder and more fabulous than ever as she announces her most spectacular live theatre tour yet, La Voix Live, heading to Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) 07 April 2027.

This brand-new show from the showbiz tour-de-force herself will be packed with sensational vocals, a live band, outrageous comedy, razor-...

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Why Does My Dog Keep Getting Ear Problems? Here Are the Common Causes

If your dog suddenly starts shaking their head or scratching at one ear, it’s easy to assume something has simply irritated them. But dog ear problems often have multiple causes.

Redness, discharge, wax, and unpleasant smells tell you something is wrong, but they don’t always explain why it happened. Allergies, parasites, foreign bodies, moisture and a dog’s anatomy can all...

The Best Casino in Devon Comes Down to Two

Devon's casino scene has quietly narrowed. With Genting's Torquay casino now closed, the county's two remaining full service casinos are both in Plymouth, a few minutes apart near the Theatre Royal: Grosvenor Casino at Derry's Cross and Genting Casino on Union Street. So the best casino in Devon really is a two-horse race, and it comes down to which room suits the night you have in mind....

How to Host a Dinner Party People Remember

An epic dinner party is decided before anyone rings the doorbell. Invite six people, cook one dish that needs the oven at the last minute, finish most of the food the day before, buy half a bottle of wine per guest, and decide who sits where. If you plan to introduce an after-dinner game, choose something simple in advance; gamerules is a useful place to check the instructions and make sure...

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