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Ridgeway School reopens as Plympton Academy

It’s all change for pupils going back after the summer holiday at one Plympton school. Not only will they all be wearing a new uniform their school has a new name and logo too.

Ridgeway School will reopen as Plympton Academy on September 5th for all students, although new Y7 and Y12 students had a taste of the new school with their exclusive day on September 3rd.

“This is very...

Have you made a will?

Half of Britons have not made a will, meaning they have no say in who their assets will be passed on to when they die, new figures have revealed.

The statistics have been compiled as part of a poll by charitable initiative Will Aid, to tie in with the launch of the organisation’s 2016 publicity drive My Last Words.

It found that while young people are the least likely to have...

Hospital food… everyone has a view!

After 12 months of asking patients, dietitians, the nursing teams and the patient council, changes are coming to the dining experience at Derriford Hospital.

From Monday 5 September 2016, inpatients will have access to a wider choice of food and drink throughout the day; and the way that meals and snacks are presented will also change. An example of this is the replacement of shrink-...

Topping out ceremony at Plymouth's landmark IT hub

Plymouth Science Park’s landmark £7million building already has two top London-based firms wanting to move in.

Both are relocating their R&D hubs to Plymouth Science Park, drawn by its innovation, support for businesses, technological advancement and partnership working with the South West

Local Enterprise Partnership, Plymouth University and Plymouth City Council.

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Teignbridge gears up for spectacular Tour of Britain finish

Thousands of cycling fans are expected to descend on Teignbridge on Friday 9 September as the district plays host to a spectacular Haytor finish for the Devon Stage of the Tour of Britain.

With the likes of Sir Bradley Wiggins, Mark Cavendish and other Olympic medallists among the racers, supporters lining the route and arriving at the finish area on Haytor will also be kept...

Teen left with extensive bruising after assault

Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault on an 18-year-old man on Sutton Road, Plymouth.

The incident happened at around 3.10am on Thursday 25 August 2016. The victim was believed to have been set upon by three unknown men.

The victim has been left with extensive bruising to his face and body in what appears to be an unprovoked attack.

The first suspect...

Argyle 1 Cheltenham 0: Match report

ARGYLE maintained their unbeaten start to the Sky Bet League Two season but were taken to the final moments by stubborn visitors as they claimed a fifth successive victory.

Defender Sonny Bradley popped up in the final minute of three added on at the end of an attritional game played in horrible weather to head home Oscar Threlkeld’s long, looping, delivery to the far post.

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Explore Salcombe estuary by canoe!

There’s no better way to experience the secret coves of the Salcombe estuary than by taking to the water.

That’s why National Trust ambassador Dave Halsall, from Singing Paddles, is leading an exclusive tour on Sunday 4 September through the meandering creeks around Salcombe.

People of all abilities can have a go in the Canadian style canoes, with expert guide David sharing a...

Wrestling slams its way back in to the city

The second annual September Slam event on September 25th is only a month away and this one looks set to be even bigger and better than the first. Momentum has been building throughout the year for Plymouth Wrestling Association and they are planning to continue that momentum with another spectacular show for Plymouth at the Plymouth School of Creative Arts.

After putting on the biggest...

Triple A Fumes Album Launch + Cousin Buzz ,Ten Zero One

Go along for the release of 'Fumes' a tale of madness and misery, rainstorms and retribution and most importantly trains!

Albums will be FREE on the night and there will be a special guest making an appearance.

This is the band's final gig for quite some time so go along and celebrate, but remember DO NOT BREATHE IN THE FUMES.

Support TBA. Fin.

£5 ENTRY.

Support from Cousin Buzz and Ten Zero One!

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