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Could Masters of the Universe Inspire More Big-Budget Productions to Shoot in Devon?

Devon appears to be emerging as a popular location for huge productions on television and in cinema. One of the most recent examples of the stunning locations on offer was in Masters of the Universe, where the Beer Quarry Caves were transformed into a magical fantasy world.

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Mayflower 400 sets sail for 2020

A truly international gathering of partners from the United States of America, the Native American nation, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom was hosted today by the American Ambassador to the UK, Matthew Barzun at Winfield House, his private residence in London, in partnership with Adrian Vinken OBE, Chairman of Mayflower 400 UK and Ronald Freeman, Chairman of The Pilgrims.

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Work starts on new Performing Arts Centre

Building work on the new state-of-the-art Performing Arts Centre at Plympton Academy is now underway.

The first part of the build, following the foundation work, is the massive steel frame.

This new building will have music classrooms, practice rooms, recording studio, drama studios and a new performance space.

“The vision is for the facilities to be used in conjunction...

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Witness appeal following Plymouth assault

Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault in Plymouth.

The incident happened just before 4.40pm on Monday 19 September on Mayflower Street

An officer approached a man who was believed to be wanted for an offence. The suspect allegedly resisted arrest and assaulted the officer.

Further unit support was requested and a taser was deployed. After medical...

Large numbers of SW smokers quit

Smokers across the country are being urged to take part in Stoptober (the mass quitting challenge from Public Health England (PHE) starting on 1 October) and join nearly 15 million people who have already quit.

Last year, out of the 2.5 million smokers who made a quit attempt, 500,000 people (20%) were successful; the highest recorded success rate and up from just 13.6% 6 years ago....

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Dr. Gina Radford

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Moving to Plymouth? Here's what you should know

Plymouth tries to market itself as an attractive city to relocate to, whether from within Britain or abroad. And they do a pretty good job. By all accounts, Plymouth residents are happy, the city is vibrant, and public transport and other services are work well and on time. It’s quiet enough to be a pleasant place to live your daily life, while enough happens to prevent boredom. The Rolex...

Plymouth Seafood Festival is here

Plymouth Seafood Festival arrives this weekend and is set to bring The Barbican and Sutton Harbour alive with entertainment, activities and dishes to celebrate the city’s fantastic caught seafood.

Over the weekend there will be opportunities to watch inspirational regional and celebrity chefs, who will delight you with their tantalising dishes at the Cookery Theatre. An array of local...

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Your invitation to be part of Tech South West

Tech-minded businesses in Plymouth have their chance to get involved with the new Tech South West initiative next month.

Following successful events in Truro, Exeter and Bristol, Tech South West comes to Plymouth Science Park on Thursday October 20.

Launched by South West-based global Enterprise Services Platform blur Group, the initiative is connecting organisations throughout...

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Graduation pride for Able Rate from Elburton

Able Rate Nick Carter, 20 from Elburton recently graduated as an Engineering Technician (Communications and Information Systems) from HMS Collingwood, Fareham, Hampshire, as he completed his Phase 2 training with Victory Squadron, receiving his certificate from guest of honour Captain Andy Jordan Royal Navy, Commanding Officer of HMS Collingwood.

Nick joined the Royal Navy in January...

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Learning award for Liz

Liz Curry, 60, from Plymouth, has won the regional Outstanding Individual award for South West England as part of the Festival of Learning. The Festival of Learning Awards showcase and celebrate the wonderful things that individuals, families, communities and employers can achieve through learning. The Festival of Learning is part-funded by the European Social Fund (ESF), which focuses on...

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The Bull is back in the ring

Former European Wrestling Champion, ‘The Bull’ Robin Lekime returns to Plymouth this September the 25th, for September Slam after a suspension that has kept him away from PWA and the city since May.

‘The Bull’ who has been working exclusively for Plymouth Wrestling Association in Plymouth was suspended for assaulting a referee at PWA: Fall Out, during his match with Dick Riley. ‘The...

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