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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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Housing regeneration project moves a step closer

New improved homes, more jobs and training are in the pipeline as the third phase of a major £168million housing regeneration project moves a step closer.

When complete, the North Prospect development, a joint project between Plymouth Community Homes and Plymouth City Council, will see up to 1,100 new homes being built and 300 homes refurbished to meet a higher standard. Phase 1 is now...

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Plymouth hosts Criminology Conference

Plymouth University is preparing to host the annual conference of the British Society of Criminology.

More than 250 of the world’s foremost thinkers in the fields of criminology and criminal justice will be attending the event from June 30 to July 3.

It will include keynote addresses by leading academics from the UK, United States and Australia, as well as workshops and...

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Power ahead with Milwaukee

Serious about power tools? Love Superbikes? Well get down to Plymouth’s Plumb and Parts Center on Friday 3 July for some action with Milwaukee.

Keep your eyes peeled for the Milwaukee spider-dome, where experts will be demonstrating the latest range of cordless tools and accessories. You’ll also get the chance to have a go.

If you pick-up a Milwaukee bargain on the day you’ll...

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Plymouth fast food restaurant gets high-tech investment boost

Plymouth’s high street has been given a significant investment boost with the bold transformation of the McDonald’s restaurant.

Situated at the top of New George Street, the restaurant, which first opened in 1997, has been given a high-tech makeover to feature new self-service kiosks and digital menu boards.

The redesign also includes McDonald’s signature style with a bright,...

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It’s not just knots for Plymouth Cubs

Cubs from Plymouth joined Cubs from across Devon last weekend to compete in the annual County Field Gun Run on Paignton sea front.

The Cubs had to race each other in timed runs, after a day of timed runs the eventual winners were a mixed team from 27th Plymouth and 3rd Ivybridge with 2nd place going to 27th Plymouth A team, who after a whole day of runs were equal on time with 6th...

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Local Research Midwife gains Masters in Midwifery

Heidi Hollands, a Research Midwife based at Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust, has attained a Master of Midwifery (MMid) qualification.

Heidi was awarded a merit by the University of Sheffield in March 2015. She was encouraged and supported by her team to pursue the course and completed the entirety of the work within her own personal time. Heidi said: “I now have an even better...

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Robot open day a huge success

An open day held at Derriford Hospital, showcasing the work of a new robot used to treat radical prostatectomies, was a resounding success.

On Wednesday 24 June, around 100 people, including patients, carers, fundraisers and members of the public, came along to the level 3 concourse of the Terence Lewis Building to see for themselves how the da Vinci robot works.

Consultant...

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Got a question about recycling?

A question and answer session all about recycling in Plymouth is taking place this Thursday on the Council Facebook as part of Recycling Week.

People will be able to post a question about what can and can’t be recycled and waste staff will aim to answer them either on the day or within 24 hours.

With Plymouth’s new material recycling facility now operational and Recycling Week...

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Virtual Jet Centre flies high

CELEBRATIONS are underway at Devon’s award-winning Virtual Jet Centre after staff received their 250th five star review on online travel review site tripadvisor.

The centre offers members of the public the chance to experience the feeling of actually flying in their bespoke simulator, taught by real pilots.

Captain Andy Wilkins, who founded the centre and built the 737-800...

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Devon law firm supports local people

Kitsons Solicitors has shown its ongoing commitment to making a difference to vulnerable local people by awarding Shout It Out Learning Project just under £1,000.

The community project helps to ‎develop life skills‬ for people in ‎Plymouth‬ who struggle to read and write. The grant will support adult literacy sessions, giving them confidence in their abilities and helping to raise...

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