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Bampton Beaver Scouts meet Olympic race walker, Chris Maddocks

On a hot and humid early Wednesday evening, I joined an enthusiastic group of Bampton Beaver scouts for a walk, quite a fast walk! For the umpteenth time I came out of competitive retirement to join these 5-8 year olds and share my Olympic Games' experiences with a chat and outdoor fun. At the...

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Discover what goes on beneath the depths of Plymouth Sound at University event

Marine experts will be hoping to shed some light on the murky depths of Plymouth Sound at an event taking place at Plymouth University.

What’s Beneath Plymouth Sound? will feature a collection of talks from the UK’s leading marine professors and researchers about the Sound’s marine life, rich history and important role as an education tool.

Lying at the meeting point of the...

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Plymouth University Students' Union polls its members on 'Blurred Lines' ban

Plymouth University Students' Union (UPSU) is holding a vote on its website to ask members whether they think the controversial number one hit single, Blurred Lines by Robin Thicke should be banned.

The song, a huge UK hit earlier this year, has been accused by some of glorifying rape culture.

A number of students' unions around the country, including Edinburgh, Derby,...

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Dignatories to lay wreaths at Remembrance Day service on Plymouth Hoe

Date: Sunday 10 November Time: 11am Place: Royal Naval Memorial, Plymouth Hoe

The Lord Mayor of Plymouth, Councillor Mrs Vivien Pengelly will be joined by the Deputy Lieutenant of Devon, Deputy Lord Mayor, Deputy Lady Mayoress and Chief Executive of Plymouth City Council at this year's Remembrance Day Service on Plymouth Hoe.

The service will remember all those who lost their...

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Chase and Status gig goers warned to beware of pickpockets

Police are warning fans going to the Chase and Status concert at Plymouth Pavilions on Tuesday 12 November to watch out for pickpockets.

A number of mobile phones have been reported stolen at other venues on this tour, including Bournemouth and Nottingham.

Fans targeted by thieves have had their phones taken from trouser pockets, jackets and handbags.

Thefts at...

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Plymouth street names to honour city’s fallen heroes

Bereaved service families and communities in Plymouth are being offered the opportunity to name city streets after their lost loved ones.

Plymouth City Council has adjusted its street naming policy so that local residents can propose local servicemen and women to be commemorated in this way.

Street names are most commonly suggested by developers when new roads are built,...

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South West's beaches receive thumbs up for water quality

Locals and holiday makers who enjoy a paddle or swim at the region's beautiful beaches may feel reassured today after statistics revealed that virtually all coastal bathing waters in the South West have reached a minimum quality standard.

Statistics released today by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) have revealed that the South West's coastal bathing water...

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Free guide to approved quality care and support services in Plymouth

People needing care and support in Plymouth can now get free help to choose good quality services.

Plymouth City Council has signed up to the Support with Confidence scheme. It assesses and approves services so that people can be reassured they are choosing trustworthy companies.

The approval process includes a rigorous audit, thorough background checks and confirmation that...

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Body found by police identified as missing Chudleigh man

A body discovered by police has been identified as missing Chudleigh man Mike Vincent.

Police confirmed the identification of the deceased man on Wednesday 6 November, following the discovery of the body on Sunday morning (3 November) at around 11am.

The news follows an appeal by police over the weekend to help trace Mr Vincent, who was 64 and had been missing from Chudleigh,...

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Plymouth carer nominated as a finalist in the 2013 National Dementia Awards

Heather Howlett, Personal Activities Leader for Bickleigh Down Care Home is nominated as a finalist for her dedication to making a difference

Heather Howlett, Personal Activities Leader at Four Season Health Care’s Bickleigh Down Care Home in Devon, is a finalist in this year’s National Dementia Awards.

Heather Maxwell, Regional Manager for Four Seasons Health Care,...

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Plymouth Hoe hosts spectacular Bonfire Night evening of music, lights and fireworks

Plymouth Hoe is hosting a spectacular Bonfire Night fireworks display this evening.

The evening, which started at 6.00pm, includes music and lighting as well as the traditional fireworks display.

The countdown to the pyrotechnic action got underway at 6pm with entertainment from the stage on the Hoe promenade with Heart FM entertaining the crowd from its show stage until 9pm...

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