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GB baseball stars coming to Exeter

Women’s baseball players from across the region will descend on Exeter next month for a special tournament celebrating the growth of the sport and encouraging more women and girls to get involved.

The event, organised by Exeter Baseball Club, takes place at Winslade Park on Saturday,...

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Staff at Derriford Hospital receive formal recognition

Dedicated staff in the Endoscopy unit at Derriford Hospital have received a formal recognition from the Joint Advisory Group (JAG) on GI Endoscopy.

The unit is the largest in the South West, and perform more than 14,000 procedures a year.

The JAG accreditation ensure quality and safety of patient care by maintaining standards.

Sister Mel Gandy, Manager of the Unit, said...

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Public urged not to approach escaped lynx

Police are reminding members of the public not to approach the lynx which escaped from Dartmoor Zoological Park last week, nor to be tempted to look for it on the moor.

A police spokesperson said: “Following several credible sightings of the lynx since it escaped, park staff are confident enough to put into place a humane capture plan concentrating on one area of Dartmoor.

“Any...

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Cruel summer: One pet dumped every hour, RSPCA reveals

Every year the RSPCA is called out to rescue hundreds of animals across England and Wales after their owners abandon them and in many cases leave them for dead.

In 2015 2,751 animals were rescued by the animal welfare charity with a peak in admissions in July, 534 of those were in Devon.

Now the RSPCA is bracing itself for another summertime influx of dumped animals this year...

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Ideas to create 21st century Waterfront city for Plymouth

Ideas that could bring parts of Plymouth’s foreshore to life along with identifying sites for hotels, housing, improved green spaces, heritage trails and public art are being put forward in a new masterplan for Plymouth’s historic Waterfront.

Wildflower and coastal grass could be planted on the fringe of the Hoe to remove its municipal feel and acknowledge its link with the sea, while...

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Appeal after woman sexually assaulted in Plymouth

Police are investigating a sexual assault on a woman which took place in Longbridge Road in the area of Marsh Close in Plymouth on 6th July at around 10.15pm.

The victim, a woman in her 20’s, is being supported by specialist officers.

Police would like to speak to a man who may hold important information about the assault. He is described as white, approximately 5’11” tall and...

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Mount Edgcumbe at War!

For the past dozen or so years, the Cornwall area of the Military Vehicle Trust have held their annual rally at the splendid Mount Edgcumbe Country Park on the Rame Peninsula directly opposite Plymouth. Those familiar with the Park will surely agree that it is a lovely place for an event.

The Military Vehicle Trust, (MVT), is a national association with thousands of members, and the...

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Kick start your summer at Wembury Beach

National Trust’s Wembury Beach will be host to lots of family activities to start off the summer holidays.

On 23 July from 10am to 3pm families can come down to Wembury Beach and take part in a variety of activities such as rock pool rambling, flying a kite, or trying stream dipping.

The beach is only a 15 minute drive or short bus ride from the city centre.

The Marine...

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Ideas to bring more life into city centre unveiled

Urban living could return to Plymouth city centre as part of a move to inject people and a fresh feel into the heart of the city.

More families, couples, as well as singletons could live in new apartments and affordable houses with easy access to cafes, bars and shops through exciting redevelopment schemes designed to bring more life to the city centre.

Ideas have been put...

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Halfway Harmony Choir proud to support Action Mesothelioma Day

The Halfway Harmony choir from Rame was proud, once again, to be associated with Action Mesothelioma Day on 1 July 2016. The event, held every year at Saltram House in Plymouth, is a tribute to all those people, past and present, who have been affected by asbestos related cancer.

Spokesperson for the choir Douglas Gillon said: ‘It’s a cause close to our hearts, with two choir members (...

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Veterans who found new work say there is life after the Armed Forces

Local Armed Forces Veterans who have found civilian jobs want to reassure Service leavers and Veterans that there is life after the Armed Forces. The message comes as Plymouth is preparing to hold its Veterans Jobs Fair later this month.

The Jobs Fair, which has been organised by Plymouth Armed Forces Corporate Covenant (coordinated by Plymouth City Council), is the first of its kind...

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