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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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Firefighters return to work after latest strike

Firefighters are returning to work in Plymouth and around the South West after the latest in a series of strikes by the Fire Brigades Union (FBU).

The two-hour walkout took place between 6.00am to 8.00am on Monday 4 November.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service has reported no serious incidents this morning.

The Union said that government Fire Minister Brandon...

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Teenager seriously hurt after Drake Circus roof fall

An 18-year-old teenager has been rushed to Derriford Hospital after falling from the roof of a Plymouth city centre shop, according to reports.

The young man is believed to have sustained serious leg injuries from the fall in the Drake Circus area.

The man was seen on CCTV cameras just after midnight, but police were unable to get to him in time before he fell.

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Body found in hunt for missing Chudleigh man

Police investigating the disappearance of missing Chudleigh man Mike Vincent discovered the body of a man in Chudleigh on Sunday (3rd November) morning at around 11am.

The man has not been formally identified but the family of Mr Vincent have been informed.

Police in Devon appealed for information over the weekend to help trace Mike Vincent, aged 64 years, who has been missing...

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Flood alert for Plymouth as heavy rain and strong winds return

The Met Office has warned of the risk of flooding as heavy rain and strong winds - possibly gale force - hit the South West during Sunday night.

A number of areas of Plymouth have already reported flooding, including the A374 Pottery Road in Devonport between the Tamar Wharf junction and the Torpoint Ferry junction. Drivers are being warned to approach with care.

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Weather threatens fireworks celebrations

The weather is threatening to turn fireworks celebrations for and Bonfire Night and Diwali into a damp squib.

Rain, heavy at times, is expected over south west England late on Sunday (see picture) before spreading eastwards to affect the rest of southern England overnight Sunday and through Monday morning.

The Met Office warns this additional rainfall, following recent wet...

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Plymouth launches £50m plan for affordable homes

Plymouth’s new Plan for Homes has been officially launched at a major housing summit. The conference, organised by the South West Housing Initiative and Plymouth City Council, was held on Friday 1 November and brought key people from across the country to the city to discuss how more homes can be built to tackle the housing shortage and meet the needs of a growing population.

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Two killed in A38 collision in Saltash

Two men have been killed following a single vehicle collision on the A38 at Saltash, Cornwall on Friday night (1 November).

The men have been named locally as Chris Williams and Lee Skeldon, both in their twenties and from Saltash.

Devon and Cornwall Police are appealing for witnesses.

Devon and Cornwall Police received a report of a road traffic collision on the A38 at...

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The Plymouth Daily's essential guide to your weekend

Searching for something to do in and around Plymouth this weekend? Look no further. Here's your essential guide.

Friday 1 November

Plymouth International Book Festival, Plymouth University

Love Literature? Prefer Poetry? Aspiring Author? Then don’t miss this November’s Plymouth International Book Festival, taking place in venues around the city from Thursday 31...

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Missing three-year-old found safe and well under his bed

A three-year-old boy who was reported missing from his home in Abbotskerswell, near Newton Abbot was found safe and well - curled up beneath a pile of clothes asleep under his bed.

Devon and Cornwall Police received a report of a missing three-year-old at 9.15pm on Thursday 31 October. A co-ordinated search took place to locate the child utilising the Police Dog Unit, the police...

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Police request public's help in tracing missing Plymouth man

Police in Plymouth are appealing for information to help trace a missing man.

James Smith, aged 22, was reported missing from the Millbridge area of Plymouth on Wednesday 23 October and was last seen in Bath Street, the following day, Thursday 24 October.

Police are becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare as he is considered vulnerable.

James is described as...

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