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'Bedroom Tax' protest held in Plymouth City Centre

More than 50 people attended a protest in Plymouth on Saturday against a planned Government scheme dubbed the 'Bedroom Tax'.

One of dozens of protests across the country organised largely via social media and instigated by the political blogger Dr Eoin Clarke , the Plymouth protest, held in the Sun Dial, included local representatives of the Labour Party, the Socialist Party, Plymouth...

Police warn homeowners of unscrupulous traders

Devon and Cornwall Police has become aware that a company has been cold calling local people and carrying out a survey, claiming to be working in collaboration with the police, where personal details are being requested from those being called. We are informed that this company sell home security alarm systems.

A police spokesman said: “Devon and Cornwall Police would like to clarify...

Plymouth's Olympic heroes to start half marathon

With just two weeks left to sign up for a place in Plymouth’s Half Marathon 2013, organisers GO2 announce that Plymouth Olympians, Heather Fell, Antony James, Tonia Couch and Sarah Barrow will sound the klaxon to start the race.

“We’re so excited that the city’s Olympians will be joining us on the 28th April,” said Amy Budd, marketing manager, Plymouth’s Half Marathon. “It’s really...

Council launch Union Street Big Conversation

People in Stonehouse are being invited to have their say in shaping the future of Union Street.

The Union Street Big Conversation is being launched by Plymouth City Council on Monday 18th March. Residents and businesses are being asked to give their views on Union Street as it is today and help form a Community Vision for the future.

Councillor Chris Penberthy, Cabinet...

NHS Trust highlights apprenticeship programme

Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust is recognised as one of the top NHS providers of apprenticeships in the South West, supported by a bespoke training programme for each learner.

Apprenticeships are increasingly recognised as a leading option for work-based training while working towards qualifications. The training programme offered by the Trust is designed to engage apprentices and...

Spirited Argyle hold on to seal key victory

Plymouth Argyle 2 Fleetwood Town 1

League Two, Saturday 16th March

The hearts and spirits of the loyal Pilgrims' fans were lifted with a hard fought victory against Fleetwood Town.

Plymouth Argyle's latest home game was a must-win given their precarious position in the League Two relegation zone and they delivered with first half goals from Paul Wotton and Jason...

Thieves target heating oil across the region

Devon and Cornwall Police are warning people to be aware that thieves continue to target heating oil from both domestic and business premises across the region.

In the last seven days (between 8th and 15th March 2013) the force have received 14 complaints from across the two counties where quantities of between 100 and 750 litres of oil have been stolen. 11 of those reports have been...

Match Preview: Plymouth Argyle v Fleetwood Town

Plymouth Argyle v Fleetwood Town

League Two, Saturday 16th March, 3pm

The Pilgrims entertain Fleetwood Town on Saturday in a game manager John Sheridan has described to Argyle's official website as "the biggest game I've had since I became a manager".

A win for Argyle would lift spirits and invigorate their fight against relegation but Fleetwood will be looking for...

Argyle secure back-to-back victories at Southend

Southend United 0 Plymouth Argyle 2

League Two, Tuesday 19th March

Plymouth Argyle continued to show form and a readiness for the relegation battle with an away victory at Southend last night.

Two second half goals - a second penalty in as many games from Paul Wotton and Reuben Reid's first ever goal for the Pilgrims - secured three points.

Southend,...

Thieves steal safe from top chef's restaurant

A safe has been stolen during a burglary at celebrity chef Gary Rhodes' Plymouth restaurant, Rhodes @the Dome on The Hoe.

Police report that thieves got into the building between midnight and 7a.m. on Monday 18 March 2013 and forcibly removed the digital safe which contained an undisclosed sum of money.

Detectives are appealing for anyone who may have seen anything...

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