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Incredible Mystical Allure of Dartmoor Brought into the Spotlight Amidst Efforts to Prevent Wildfires

Just south of Devon, you’ll find the sprawling landscape of Dartmoor, complete with a temperate rainforest, rolling hills, and a deep history of myth and folklore. It’s a unique place in the UK, and one that’s very accessible for those who want to immerse themselves in its incredible...

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SAHFOS appoints dynamic new director

SAHFOS, one of the world’s most respected marine science organisations, is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Willie Wilson as its new Director from 1st September 2015. The appointment was made after an international search and selection process.

A distinguished virologist, Dr Wilson brings a wealth of experience of leading and managing research and operations. He is a former...

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Pension relief: Use it or lose it!

Following the government’s announcement that pension relief is to be reduced from April next year, ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is reminding everyone that any unused relief from the past three years is still open to them.

Pension relief – the amount that can be paid into a pension fund in any single year tax free – is currently £40,000, but from April 2016...

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Any one for tennis apprenticeship?

An ace opportunity for a sports mad young person is being served by Plymouth City Council and the Lawn Tennis Association.

The call is going out for a tennis development apprentice to help the Council and the association to develop growing interest and enthusiasm for sport in the city.

The city has a Plymouth Tennis Plan to develop programmes within the community to encourage...

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Never use a BBQ to heat your tent

Do you know that BBQs give off poisonous carbon monoxide hours after use?

Bringing them into a tent or awning to keep warm is a recipe for disaster.

You cannot smell, taste or see Carbon Monoxide. So, if you suddenly get flu symptoms, or have headaches, nausea and vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness or weakness you may have Carbon Monoxide poisoning. People often don’t realise that...

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Appeal for witnesses following major fire

Police and the Fire Service had to tackle a major fire in the Southway area of Plymouth on Monday night.

Police received reports of a fire at the disused Paper Converting Machine Factory in Southway at around 9.30pm on Monday 27th July.

A joint services operation between police, fire service and local authority Civil Protection Department was launched in response to the fire...

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Major fire at old factory in Southway

Police and the Fire Service had to tackle a major fire in the Southway area of Plymouth late last night.

Police received reports of a fire at the disused Paper Converting Machine Factory in Southway at around 9.30pm on Monday 27th July.

A joint services operation between police, fire service and local authority Civil Protection Department was launched in response to the fire...

Cadets hit the bullseye with cash injection

Air Cadets in Devon have hit the bullseye by securing cash to buy new archery equipment.

The 339 Squadron Air Cadets, based in Ivybridge, have been granted £1,000 from Persimmon Homes South West.

The donation from the region’s leading house builder comes as part of its Community Champions project, which will see a pot of £24,000 being given to support local groups and charities...

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Fun for all at 38th Dartmoor Folk Festival

The Dartmoor Folk Festival is one of the top family-friendly folk events in the South West.

It provides the perfect opportunity to catch bright new folk acts, high-calibre national and local artists and established performers, all in the foothills of Dartmoor.

Festival events and activities are suitable for all ages, and there is a hugely-successful dedicated children's...

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Quality Hotel owners choose not to appeal

The owners of the derelict Quality Hotel which has been subject to vandalism and anti-social behaviour over several years, have chosen not to appeal against an Untidy Land Notice.

Plymouth City Council served an Untidy Land Notice on the owners of the Quality Hotel on 10 June 2015. The owners have chosen not to appeal to Plymouth Magistrates Court against the notice, which means it has...

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Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust announce new Director of Finance

Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust has announced that Neil Kemsley has been appointed as the new Director of Finance.

Neil joins Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust from NHS England South West where he has served as Finance Director since 2013.

Having worked for a range of NHS organisations, including primary care and acute trusts, Neil brings with him extensive experience. In particular he...

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