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via PlymouthLive55m ago'Patriots' claim to 'expose' BBC during protest at Plymouth studio
The speaker claimed the BBC is "a cesspit of lies and corruption" in a video posted across social media
The speaker claimed the BBC is "a cesspit of lies and corruption" in a video posted across social media
2 outletsUpdated3h agoBristol Channel ferry proposal advances despite no ports secured
A proposed ferry service across the Bristol Channel between Devon and Wales continues to progress, though no ports or routes have yet been confirmed.
A proposed ferry service across the Bristol Channel between Devon and Wales continues to progress, though no ports or routes have yet been confirmed.
The leader of Swansea Council has denied misleading the public over a proposed green-powered ferry service linking the South West and South Wales via the Bristol Channel. A scrutiny meeting examined the council's involvement in ferry proposals since 2021. A company called Ocean Prime Industries Ltd has expressed interest in developing the concept, and the council helped it apply for a £25,000 grant to run a public consultation.
via PlymouthLive5h agoTwo Plymouth Argyle home League One games selected for live TV coverage
There are new dates for the Pilgrims' fixtures against Cambridge United and Leicester City
There are new dates for the Pilgrims' fixtures against Cambridge United and Leicester City
via DevonLive5h agoNHS announces new A&E system for children in England – what it means for you
Dr Sahil Nichani, a paediatric doctor, has issued an urgent message to all parents about a new system which will be implemented across all A&E departments in England
Dr Sahil Nichani, a paediatric doctor, has issued an urgent message to all parents about a new system which will be implemented across all A&E departments in England
via North Devon Gazette5h ago'Dissatisfaction' and 'concern' from patients over Hospital Trust complaints handling
A report by Healthwatch Devon has revealed 'dissatisfaction' and 'concern' from patients and their families regarding the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust's handling of complaints, with many feeling poorly informed and not listened to.
A report by Healthwatch Devon has revealed 'dissatisfaction' and 'concern' from patients and their families regarding the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust's handling of complaints, with many feeling poorly informed and not listened to.
via DevonLive6h agoDevon beach to close as huge round-the-clock sea defence project gets underway
But rough seas have delayed a massive international boulder delivery
But rough seas have delayed a massive international boulder delivery
2 outlets6h agoPlymouth Argyle extends Tegan Finn's loan at Torquay
Plymouth Argyle have extended the loan of 18-year-old forward Tegan Finn at Torquay United until mid-January.
Plymouth Argyle have extended the loan of 18-year-old forward Tegan Finn at Torquay United until mid-January.
Plymouth Argyle have extended the loan of 18-year-old forward Tegan Finn at Torquay United until mid-January. Finn has scored once in six National League South appearances since joining Torquay in September, and will remain there alongside fellow Argyle midfielder Caleb Roberts. Plymouth manager Tom Cleverley said the club were 'really pleased' with the extension.
via North Devon Gazette6h agoBake Off superfan’s dream comes true as Paul Hollywood visits Hele Cornmill
Straight-talking Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood dropped in at Hele Cornmill and Tearoom in Ilfracombe to film for a top-secret new show
Straight-talking Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood dropped in at Hele Cornmill and Tearoom in Ilfracombe to film for a top-secret new show
2 outletsUpdated7h agoExeter City prepare for FA Cup clash with Huddersfield
Exeter City, relegated from League One last season, face top-flight League One leaders Huddersfield Town in the FA Cup first round on Saturday.
Exeter City, relegated from League One last season, face top-flight League One leaders Huddersfield Town in the FA Cup first round on Saturday.
Exeter City face League One leaders Huddersfield Town in the FA Cup first round on Saturday. Midfielder Reece Cole said the team can 'rise to the occasion' despite being underdogs. Exeter have improved form recently, winning four of their last six matches before losing late to Salford City on Saturday.
via DevonLive7h agoHeartfelt tributes to much-loved Exeter mum who died after mental health battle
Lisa Venn was described as a “loving, kind and gentle soul, who will be sorely missed”
Lisa Venn was described as a “loving, kind and gentle soul, who will be sorely missed”
via PlymouthLive7h agoPlymouth Bonfire Night 2026: Road closures, timings and travel info
Thousands are expected to flock to the Hoe for the dazzling display
Thousands are expected to flock to the Hoe for the dazzling display
via PlymouthLive7h agoPlymouth Argyle 17-year-old prospect poised for comeback from injury
Joe Mwaro picked up an injury shortly after an impressive first team debut against Coventry City in the Carabao Cup in August
Joe Mwaro picked up an injury shortly after an impressive first team debut against Coventry City in the Carabao Cup in August
2 outlets8h agoBaidoo set for Plymouth Argyle return from hamstring injury
Michael Baidoo is set to make his first competitive appearance for Plymouth Argyle in 18 months against Alvechurch in the FA Cup first round on Saturday.
Michael Baidoo is set to make his first competitive appearance for Plymouth Argyle in 18 months against Alvechurch in the FA Cup first round on Saturday.
Michael Baidoo is set to make his first competitive appearance for Plymouth Argyle in 18 months in the FA Cup first round tie against Alvechurch on Saturday. The Ghana forward suffered a hamstring injury in Argyle's final pre-season game in August. Head coach Tom Cleverley said Baidoo had impressed with his technique and explosive power, though he had not fully adapted to competitive EFL football.
via DevonLive8h agoPopular Devon pasty shop ceases trading suddenly with loss of jobs
Heartbreaking - Pasty House has been a staple of Tavistock for more than two decades
Heartbreaking - Pasty House has been a staple of Tavistock for more than two decades
via PlymouthLive8h agoPlymouth police officer stole hair straighteners and perfume from colleagues
She also stole medals from the King's Coronation
She also stole medals from the King's Coronation
via DevonLive8h agoExpert settles debate on whether mobility scooters must follow rules of the road
Users are being urged to check what category their scooter falls into
Users are being urged to check what category their scooter falls into
via DevonLive9h agoUK's most energy-draining appliance as British Gas shares exact cost
British Gas has identified what often drives up UK energy bills in the winter - and one appliance tops the list
British Gas has identified what often drives up UK energy bills in the winter - and one appliance tops the list
via Exmouth Journal9h agoFormer police officer avoids jail after stealing from colleagues while on duty
Chloe Henderson, 29, was given a suspended nine-month prison sentence after admitting three thefts and misconduct in public office while serving as a Plymouth officer
Chloe Henderson, 29, was given a suspended nine-month prison sentence after admitting three thefts and misconduct in public office while serving as a Plymouth officer
via PlymouthLive9h agoPlymouth pasty shop blames Armada Way revamp for sudden closure and job losses
Bosses also said 'more cautious spending' contributed to difficult trading conditions
Bosses also said 'more cautious spending' contributed to difficult trading conditions
via DevonLive9h agoExpert says teams make exact same mistakes and fail to beat escape rooms
Lucy Cullis says getting five steps right will see you complete the challenge
Lucy Cullis says getting five steps right will see you complete the challenge
via PlymouthLive10h agoPlymouth BBC staff left 'terrified' as masked protestors target studio
Large group were said to have hammered on doors and windows of Plymouth base
Large group were said to have hammered on doors and windows of Plymouth base
via DevonLive10h agoBlow for millions as Bank of England raises interest rates
It is the first increase since 2023
It is the first increase since 2023
via DevonLive10h agoInquest opens after remains of missing Devon man found more than two years after he vanished
Richard Locker left his home in Paignton on January 4, 2024
Richard Locker left his home in Paignton on January 4, 2024
via PlymouthLive10h agoBella Italia running two two-for-one offers in November
You can get two pasta dishes and two drinkls for the price of one
You can get two pasta dishes and two drinkls for the price of one
2 outlets11h agoExeter City captain Fitzwater out for Huddersfield FA Cup tie
Exeter City captain Jack Fitzwater will miss the FA Cup first-round tie at League One leaders Huddersfield Town after undergoing surgery on a toe injury.
Exeter City captain Jack Fitzwater will miss the FA Cup first-round tie at League One leaders Huddersfield Town after undergoing surgery on a toe injury.
Exeter City captain Jack Fitzwater will miss the FA Cup first-round tie at League One leaders Huddersfield Town after undergoing surgery on a toe injury. DevonLive reports that vice-captain Jake Doyle Hayes remains out and that Ed Turns, who recently played 80 minutes for the under-21s, will also be unavailable. Manager Matt Taylor said several other players were 'touch-and-go' and would be assessed before the weekend.
via PlymouthLive11h agoEx-Plymouth Argyle player targeting FA Cup upset with Alvechurch at Home Park
Tope Obadeyi, who had two loan spells with Argyle in the 2013/14 season, now plays for Alvechurch at the age of 37
Tope Obadeyi, who had two loan spells with Argyle in the 2013/14 season, now plays for Alvechurch at the age of 37
via PlymouthLive11h agoPlymouth Parkway historic FA Cup tie a big assignment for Marjon students
Parkway's FA Cup first round game against Berkhamsted at Bolitho Park on Monday night will be televised live on TNT Sports
Parkway's FA Cup first round game against Berkhamsted at Bolitho Park on Monday night will be televised live on TNT Sports
via DevonLive11h agoPrepper says you can put together an emergency kit for £20 at Lidl, Aldi or B&M
You can pick up all the Government recommended items for under £20 at shops like Home Bargains and Poundland
You can pick up all the Government recommended items for under £20 at shops like Home Bargains and Poundland
via North Devon Gazette11h agoStop the Monster: Young voices sing out against Devon data centre plan
Young singers have teamed up with local musician Becki Driscoll to write a catchy protest song which makes its live premiere in Torrington on Saturday
Young singers have teamed up with local musician Becki Driscoll to write a catchy protest song which makes its live premiere in Torrington on Saturday
via BBC Devon11h agoCall for 'accountability' on £5m empty market hall
The site is now unlikely to be open before spring, according to the local Devon district council.
The site is now unlikely to be open before spring, according to the local Devon district council.
via DevonLive11h agoDVLA DWP HMRC 'bank account' rule update as Devon MP questions 'adequacy' of new system
The DCMS has issued a new update over an important change that is to be introduced for the service, which has 23 million users
The DCMS has issued a new update over an important change that is to be introduced for the service, which has 23 million users
via PlymouthLive11h agoOff-duty doctor tried to save man found dying in Plymouth wheelie bin, inquest hears
An inquest has opened into the death while a man stands charged with murder
An inquest has opened into the death while a man stands charged with murder
via BBC Devon11h agoSafety advice ahead of flaming tar barrel event
Drivers are asked to park in two official car parks and to not abandon their cars.
Drivers are asked to park in two official car parks and to not abandon their cars.
2 outlets11h agoTorquay shops closed over counterfeit goods until January 2027
Police have extended closure orders at three Torquay shops and two homes into January 2027.
Police have extended closure orders at three Torquay shops and two homes into January 2027.
Police have extended closure orders at three Torquay shops and two residential addresses into January 2027 following concerns about counterfeit goods and anti-social behaviour. The shops—Cheeto Mini Market, Milano Market and International Mini Market—were originally closed in July following community complaints and work by Trading Standards South West and Torbay Council. The restrictions will continue for another three months.
via DevonLive11h agoExpert settles debate on whether you can use old fireworks and how to bin them
Even after fireworks are used you can't just put them in the bin
Even after fireworks are used you can't just put them in the bin
via PlymouthLive12h agoDWP warns some will lose £300 as expert says 'plan accordingly'
It's particularly important for couples to understand that the threshold applies individually
It's particularly important for couples to understand that the threshold applies individually
via BBC Devon12h agoAsbestos found along two areas of coastline
It comes a few months after particles were found for the second time at a nearby beach.
It comes a few months after particles were found for the second time at a nearby beach.
via DevonLive13h agoPolice car crashes while chasing stolen vehicle on Devon A-road
A police officer was injured after losing control of the car
A police officer was injured after losing control of the car
via DevonLive13h agoCabinet minister dismisses smoky bacon crisps ban claim
A Cabinet minister has dismissed concerns that a new food deal with the EU could lead to a ban on smoky bacon crisps.
A Cabinet minister has dismissed concerns that a new food deal with the EU could lead to a ban on smoky bacon crisps.
Environment Secretary Dame Angela Eagle has dismissed reports that a food and farming deal Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to sign with the EU on 20 November could result in a ban on smoky bacon crisps. The deal is expected to align UK regulations with EU standards on plant, animal and food trade. Dame Angela likened the concern to earlier claims about EU rules on banana shapes, telling Times Radio the focus should be on ensuring the UK can do business with neighbouring countries.
via PlymouthLive14h agoMan arrested in Plymouth on suspicion of upskirting
Police arrested a man in his 20s in Plymouth city centre after reports he was secretly recording women under their clothing.
Police arrested a man in his 20s in Plymouth city centre after reports he was secretly recording women under their clothing.
Police arrested a man in his 20s in Drake Circus, Plymouth, after reports that he was secretly recording females under their clothing. He was arrested on suspicion of upskirting and remained in police custody.