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The difference between gel and AGM batteries

Mobility scooters provide an important way of getting around for many people across the United Kingdom. Those who are recovering from long-term injuries may need them to simply live their life as normal as they can, and others may need them as a permanent fixture in their lives to get out, run errands and see friends. If you’re going to be using a mobility scooter for a long time, you may be...

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The average Brit’s debt broken down

It will come as no surprise to most that the UK finds itself in the midst of a debt problem, but things may be worse than suspected. New levels of debt are being recorded in a number of areas as Britain faces a lending crisis.

Personal financial awareness is more important than ever, with individuals being encouraged to carefully manage their finances in order to avoid becoming part of...

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Sir Francis Drake portrait comes home to Devon

This year the portrait of Sir Francis Drake, which belongs to the National Portrait Gallery, will be coming to Buckland Abbey. A rare opportunity to see this wonderful Elizabethan portrait exhibited outside of London and in the sea farer’s former home in Devon.

The painting will travel to Buckland Abbey as part of the National Portrait Gallery’s COMING HOME project, which will see the...

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The importance of saving money as a student

The life of a student can sometimes be hectic. Many have to learn how to juggle between work and school, and most importantly, you must learn how to save money. After all, you must be able to pay for your classes, the textbooks that you need, and your accommodation on campus, the food that you eat and much more.

Then, there are also activities that you want to do outside of class. All...

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‘Groundbreaking’ Plymouth crowdfunding initiative wins top prize at RTPI Awards

A pioneering Plymouth community infrastructure initiative which has embraced crowdfunding technology has won top prize at the prestigious Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Awards for Planning Excellence.

Plymouth City Council’s ‘City Change Fund’ project was awarded the Silver Jubilee Cup at the event, which is the most established and respected awards ceremony in the UK planning...

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Vulnerable women in Plymouth to benefit from Tesco grant

MORE vulnerable women in Plymouth will receive much-needed support and counselling thanks to funding from Tesco’s Bags of Help initiative.

Plymouth-based charity Pregnancy Crisis Care helps individuals and couples who experience difficulties during an unexpected pregnancy or after the loss of a baby.

The charity has received £3,000 from Tesco’s Bags of Help scheme, enabling it...

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6 Ways to Keep a Car Running and Save Money

If you own a car and use it to get to work and keep your family moving, then you probably have a small moment of panic when a check engine light illuminates your instrument panel. Even a small repair or check-up can cost a lot of money, and the cost of your car being out of action for a few days can disrupt your home life and bring extra costs.

When we are taught to drive, very few of...

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Man suffers serious facial injuries in road rage attack

Police are appealing for witnesses after a motorist suffered serious facial injuries in a road rage assault in Plymouth.

The incident took place on the Marsh Mills Roundabout on the Plymouth Road, A374, between 4.30pm and 5pm on Wednesday 27 March.

The victim, a man in his 50s, suffered a broken nose, had three teeth knocked out and a further tooth was chipped.

He was...

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Planning granted for new crematorium

Planning permission for Plymouth’s new crematorium has been granted.

The state-of-the-art facility will be built on the east of the city adjacent to Drake Memorial Park off Merafield Road near the Stag Lodge entrance to Saltram Park.

The designs have been produced by local architects Stride Treglown and Aecom show single-storey buildings nestled in green spaces with water...

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Picking the Perfect Venue for Wedding Photography in Plymouth

When it comes to wedding photography, grooms and brides to be can have different outlooks on things. Some couples see it as an unnecessary expense, while others attach paramount importance to it. Others simply shrug it off and assume someone will have a camera handy to capture a few magic moments here and there. No matter whether you’re hiring in a professional or doing it yourself to bring...

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