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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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South West sees fourth largest population growth in the UK

The population of the South West region is estimated to have grown by 38.8 thousand, according to figures released today (Thursday 8 August) by the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

The figures reveal that the overall population of the UK was estimated to be 63.7 million in mid-2012, up from the estimated 63.3 million in mid-2011. This represents a growth of 419,900 (0.7%) in the...

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Police warn shopkeepers of 'ringing the changes' scam

Police are issuing a warning to shopkeepers and cashiers following reports of a so-called ‘ringing the changes’ scam operating across Devon and Cornwall.

Suspects have entered post offices, building societies, shops and even restaurants wanting to exchange notes to different denominations.

They then attempt to confuse till staff and while the staff are distracted, use sleight...

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New festival aims to celebrate cultural significance of River Tamar

A major new cultural project will explore the rich heritage and potential future uses of one of the country’s most diverse waterways.

The River Tamar Project, supported by Peninsula Arts at Plymouth University and the Arts Council England, is aiming to reflect the river’s historical, cultural and industrial importance working with the communities which line the border of Devon and...

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Sir Richard Branson takes a final spin in the Virgin Atlantic Challenger II in Plymouth

Sir Richard Branson was in Plymouth on Tuesday (6 August) to be reunited with the Virgin Atlantic Challenger II and crew.

After failing in a first attempt to break the record for the fastest Atlantic crossing (the unofficial 'Blue Riband' accolade) in 1985 when the original Challenger sank, the businessman beat the record in the Challenger II boat the following year.

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Explosive Viewing! Plymouth's top spots for British Firework Championships

The internationally renowned British Firework Championships takes place next Tuesday 13 and Wednesday 14 August 2013 on Plymouth Sound, the city’s spectacular, natural amphitheatre.

Six previous winners will go head-to-head to be crowned the ‘Champion of Champions’, firing their displays from the Mountbatten breakwater.

Local residents and tourists alike are expected to turn...

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Plymouth acclaimed as national ‘pioneering city’ for early intervention work

Plymouth is one of the first cities in the country to be hailed a ‘Pioneering Early Intervention Place’ for its life-changing work with local families.

Just 20 cities in England have been chosen to work with the Early Intervention Foundation (EIF) to help lead the way for organisations around the country working with children in driving forward early intervention and prevention work...

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South east Cornwall residents given opportunity to re-claim stolen items

South east Cornwall residents who have been victims of burglaries in recent months are being given the opportunity to visit Saltash police station this weekend to see if some of the recovered items police have belong to them.

Detective Constable Mike Lugger said: “Over this coming weekend, Saturday 10 August and Sunday 11 August, officers will be at Saltash police station between 9am...

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Council plans new social enterprise for Plymouth's senior citizens

Plymouth City Council has unveiled plans to set up a social enterprise run by older people for older people.

A funding bid worth up to £6 million over six years is being submitted to the Big Lottery Fund. The project aims to tackle social isolation by getting older people more involved in their communities and in the design and delivery of services.

A Council spokesperson said...

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New art event: Urban Architecture - The Fast Pace of City Life

Following the successful Timmy Mallett exhibition, Art Source UK is excited to announce their next major event that will showcase the work of the fastest rising star in the contemporary art market - Edward Waite.

The show, titled ' Urban Architecture' - The Fast Pace of City Life , depicts iconic buildings from around the world including our very own city of Plymouth.

For the...

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Council demands rethink on new disability rule

Plymouth City Council is calling on the government to rethink its proposed changes to rules on disability benefits.

Cabinet member for Co-operatives and Community Development, Councillor Chris Penberthy has backed the Disability Benefits Consortium’s campaign to prevent the introduction of the 20 metre rule.

Until now the mobility test for a disabled person to qualify for the...

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