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Plymouth University has been ranked in the top 300 universities in the world for the first time according to higher education’s most detailed rankings system.

Plymouth was placed at 300th exactly in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013-14, its highest position so far since it first appeared in the table two years ago.

The Times Higher Education World...

Two fire engines from Camels Head and Crownhill were mobilised to reports of a fire in a bedroom at Vinstone Way, Plymouth on Wednesday (2 October).

On arrival crews confirmed the fire, which involved curtains, was out. One hose reel jet was used to damp down and crews made the property safe.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service say they believe the cause of the fire was...

A group from Plymouth University Canoe and Kayak Club recently joined Community Ranger Lorna Sherriff on a litter picking session with a difference. Instead of walking around collecting rubbish the group were on the water and litter picking from their kayaks.

With permission from the Yealm Harbour Master, the group cleared areas along the banks of the Yealm estuary, as well as getting...

There will be a special service of remembrance for parents who have experienced bereavement through the loss of a pregnancy or death of a baby. The service will take place on Sunday 6 October at 2pm and will be held in the chapel on level seven at Derriford Hospital. The Chapel will be also be open from 1.00pm for the opportunity to meet other parents and talk things over with a chaplain, as...