Local News

Dawlish work delayed by two weeks

Network Rail will lay more concrete foundations in Dawlish today after additional damage to the sea wall caused by Friday' nights storm could delay the track’s restoration by up to two weeks.

The track, initially damaged by storms at the beginning of February, was originally expected to be completed by mid-march.

However this Friday saw the temporary flood defences, made of...

Unexploded bombs found following the storms

Several wartime explosives have been spotted on the South West coast including in Braunton in Devon.

Thought to have been swept ashore or uncovered by the recent storms, three devices have been reported in Devon, Somerset and Dorset last weekend.

Police have asked that people stay away from any suspicious objects found on the coast due to the possibility of more explosives...

Did you witness a fatal accident near Totnes?

Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a fatal collision near Totnes.

The accident happened just before 2pm on Friday 14 February 2014 on the A385 near Harberton.

The vehicle, a black Ford Focus was travelling from Totnes towards Avonwick when it left the road and collided with a tree.

The driver, the single occupant of the vehicle, received injuries...

Reality sets in for Derriford doctors taking on Arctic challenge

Three military junior doctors from Derriford Hospital who will face a challenge of a lifetime tomorrow have told us that the reality of their challenge is finally setting in.

Representing all three of the armed services, Flight Lieutenant Michael Thompson, Surgeon Lieutenant Alex Bamford and Captain George Graham, are now in Lapland and are preparing to take part in the gruelling...

PCC Tony Hogg backs call for updated licensing laws

Devon and Cornwall’s Police and Crime Commissioner is backing calls for the Government to update licensing laws.

Currently they effectively force councils to ignore some health related advice when considering applications.

Tony Hogg has prioritised the battle against alcohol related crime and misuse. As well as the huge impact on police and crime, excessive alcohol consumption...

Minister sees some of the best of Derriford Hospital

Dr Daniel Poulter MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Health, visited Derriford Hospital today, to meet with staff and see the services provided.

Dr Poulter has worked as an NHS hospital doctor specialising primarily in obstetrics, gynaecology and women’s health. He continues to practice medicine as an NHS hospital doctor on a part-time basis as well as serving as an MP and...

Get in the running for leadership training

Keen runners are being given the chance to share their passion for the sport and inspire others to put their best feet forward, with funding support from Plymouth City Council.

The Council’s sports development unit is offering financial help for people who want to train as running group leaders and help people get on the road to an active lifestyle.

The ‘Leadership in Running...

Homes evacuated...Roads blocked...Power lines down but weather set to improve

Hurricane force winds once again battered Devon overnight and into this morning bringing down trees and power lines.

Residents were evacuated from their homes in Dawlish last night as a precaution and were not expected to be allowed to return until later this morning at the earliest.

Supt Claire Armes told the BBC: "Thirty people have been evacuated from Sea Lawn Terrace as...

It's the little things that make the biggest difference

Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) have begun a new partnership with Little Things, a non-profit making charity set up by Leighanne Hedges, who creates bespoke clothing for premature babies who have sadly passed away.

Through her work as a funeral arranger, Leighanne became increasingly aware of the challenges faced by bereaved parents when it came to...

Ecover Blue Mile makes a triple splash!

Two flagship events and one big weekend planned for this summer’s mass participation event that gets the nation immersed in our wonderful blue environment.

Registration has gone live for the Ecover Blue Mile flagship events at Weymouth and Plymouth with a new programme of activities suitable for absolutely everyone to get involved. This is the first time that a full programme is taking...

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