A new report into Plymouth Hospitals Trust has indicated that it is at a moderately low level of risk of failing to provide safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led services.
The healthcare watchdog, the Care Quality Commission (CQC), has published a new 'Intelligent Monitoring Report' for each of the 161 acute and mental health trusts in England.
A woman who went missing from the Eggbuckland area of Plymouth has been found safe and well in London.
Jeanette Wood, 52, was reported missing by police at the weekend; her family had not seen her for about ten days and were concerned because she had not made any contact with them, which was considered to be out of character.
Police reported her found on Thursday 24 October....
Dozens of gardening enthusiasts from across Plymouth have scooped gold, silver and bronze awards at the 2013 Plymouth in Bloom ceremony.
Held at the Devonport Guildhall, the Lord Mayor Councillor Vivien Pengelly presented a raft of prizes to the residents, community groups, schools and businesses who impressed the local volunteer judges.
Private landlords in Plymouth are being offered advice and support at the Landlord EXPO this week.
Exhibitors from commercial companies and Plymouth City Council will provide essential information about residential letting. The EXPO is being held at the Guildhall on Thursday 24 October from 12 noon to 6pm. It is being organised by the Council and West Country Landlords’ Association....
There will be spooky fun for families in North Prospect at the Books and Beast event.
Bug hunting, mask making and spooky stories are being organised by Plymouth City Council Neighbourhood Regeneration Team with the Library Service.
Children can dress up in their scariest costumes and come along from 1pm to 3pm on Tuesday 29 October at North Prospect library. Recycled materials will be available to make 3D masks, children can hunt for autumn bugs and ready scary stories at the pre-Halloween party.
Plymouth residents are being urged to report any stockpiles that are appearing in their neighbourhoods ahead of Bonfire Night.
Illegal bonfires are dangerous and are often associated with anti-social behaviour. Plymouth City Council is asking people to report piles of wood and other materials on 668000 so they can be cleared away.
Proposals for a new bus link road between Derriford Hospital and the University of St Mark and St John (Marjon) have been submitted to city planners.
The Marjon Link Road Scheme will provide a two-way, bus-only road between Marjon and Derriford Hospital, with a segregated cycleway and footpath. It will allow buses to bypass part of the A386 and Derriford Roundabout, improving bus...
A team serving up millions of school meals to children in Plymouth has been crowned best education caterer in the country for its locally sourced, quality ingredients and seasonal menus at a national award ceremony.
Plymouth City Council’s Education Catering Service was picked for the coveted top spot at the EDUcatering Excellence Awards 2013 in London this week, scooping the title of...
