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Historic plaques get some TLC

Some of Plymouth’s historic plaques are being given a facelift thanks to a city-wide refurbishment programme.

Existing plaques commemorating stamp dealer Stanley Gibbons (1840-1913), T E Shaw – otherwise known as ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ (1888-1935)­ – and the possible Mayflower Pilgrim associations with Island House have been removed, repainted in a more familiar blue and white and...

Demolition of former Whitleigh Community Centre for planned starter homes

Work has started on the demolition of a derelict former community centre with plans for 27 new starter homes on the site.

The former Whitleigh Community Centre, which has been disused for the past eight years and is subject to vandalism, is being demolished to help pave the way for new housing.

Earlier in the year, the Government announced £421,946 funding via the Homes and...

Third-party reporting for hate crime launches in Plymouth

Over twenty organisations have partnered with Devon & Cornwall Police to support the 'third party reporting' scheme whereby anyone being subjected to hate crime can make anonymous reports without going directly to the police. The service can be used by the victim themselves and by others reporting on their behalf, such as parents, neighbours, friends and carers.

A trial in the city...

Two dead after car plunges into lake

Two people have died after a car was submerged in Hooe Lake in Turnchapel, Plymouth, yesterday (25 August).

Police and emergency services were called at 1.55pm after reports that the vehicle had left the road and entered the lake.

The Peugeot estate ended up on its roof and became submerged in the water.

Police officers and members of the public entered the water in an...

Enjoy Dartmoor but take your rubbish home!

The recent period of good weather is certainly enticing plenty of people to venture onto Dartmoor.

It is great to come out with friends and family to enjoy a picnic in a lovely unspoilt riverside setting, sit amongst the lush green grass and enjoy a fantastic moorland view - or even pack all your gear in a rucksack and head into the open moor to camp out under the stars.

But...

Man arrested following A38 crash

Emergency services were called to the scene of a two-car collision involving a grey BMW Saloon and a black Nissan Derive on the A38 last night, Thursday 25 August.

Police were called at 10.30pm following reports of a two vehicle collision on the A38 westbound at St Budeaux, Plymouth.

The road was closed for almost three hours as officers, as well as ambulance and fire crews...

Dodgy DVD eBay seller prosecuted

A Barnstaple man has been handed an eight month sentence, suspended for two years, after admitting to selling fake DVDs, phone covers and clothing online.

Appearing at Exeter Crown Court, Shaun Ryan, aged 34 of Wool Barn Road, pleaded guilty to six charges of selling and possessing counterfeit goods.

The case was brought by Devon and Somerset Trading Standards Service after a...

Two arrested after Plymouth nightclub assault

Police are appealing for witnesses following a violent assault that left a 24-year-old man with a fractured nose.

The incident took place in Oceana Nightclub on the Barbican, Plymouth on Thursday 11th August at around 2.15am.

Investigating Officer, Detective Constable Gareth Bray, said: “We are investigating an alleged assault that took place in the nightclub. We believe that...

Fashionistas set to flock to Plymouth

With enough glitz and glamour to satisfy even the most discerning trendsetter Plymouth's Fabulous Fashion in the City event – which runs from Saturday, September 3rd to Sunday 11th - promises everything from top catwalk shows and a mobile Beauty Bus to fantastic competitions.

City retailers, Plymouth College of Art students and the City Centre Company have joined forces for the event...

Sir Bradley Wiggins confirmed for Tour of Britain

Sir Bradley Wiggins will race in the Tour of Britain in less than two weeks time.

And it could be the last time Devon gets to see the cycling superstar in a competitive race.

Sir Bradley, the 2012 Tour de France champion who recently won his eighth Olympic medal taking Gold in the Team Pursuit in Rio for Great Britain - and setting a new world record - alongside Owain Doull,...

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