PLYMOUTH NEWS
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The £4M redevelopment of Plymouth’s Mount Batten Centre begins with major improvements, including new changing facilities, a café, and enhanced outdoor areas. The project aims to create an inclusive and accessible space for visitors.
The regeneration of Plymouth's Civic Centre will cost at least £49m, with the city council borrowing over £17m. The project includes transforming the Civic Centre into 144 flats to revitalize the city centre, which is also seeking private sector investment.
Judge William Taylor, who presided over significant Crown Court cases and served as Plymouth's honorary recorder, has passed away at the age of 80. Tributes highlight his contributions to the community and dedication to social justice.
A partial solar eclipse will occur this morning (Saturday, March 29) across the UK. Warnings have been issued not to look directly at the Sun for safety reasons.
A Plymouth MP described Brexit as an 'almost unmitigated disaster' during a debate at Westminster Hall, following an e-petition calling for the UK to rejoin the EU. The Labour Party, however, maintains that rejoining is not on the agenda. Readers share their opinions on the matter, with varying views on the impact of Brexit.
Kate Middleton marks this year’s Mother’s Day with a heartfelt message, reflecting on how nature has served as a sanctuary for her family, especially following her cancer diagnosis and treatment.
England will introduce new recycling measures by March 31, 2026, requiring weekly food waste collections and four separate waste containers for households. The goal is to boost recycling rates and reduce waste across the nation.
Plymouth’s waterfront is gearing up for an exciting summer, with new businesses opening and a wide range of events, including Pirates Weekend, Summer Sessions concerts, and the 80th anniversary of WWII’s end.
Jeremy Kyle discusses the cancellation of his ITV show, the tragic events surrounding Steve Dymond's death, and his personal battles in his first TV interview since 2019.
A variety of offenders have faced penalties in the latest round of court hearings, including drug possession, driving offenses, assault, theft, and failure to comply with court orders. Several individuals were handed fines, community orders, and jail sentences, with some facing disqualification from driving and required rehabilitation programs.
A Beech Shadow R1 military spy plane was spotted hovering over Plymouth on March 31, after deviating from its planned route. The aircraft circled the city for more than four hours before continuing its journey.
A man in his 20s was arrested for suspected drink driving after a two-car crash near Plymouth on April 1. The crash occurred on the A3121 in Ermington, leaving minor injuries and causing road blockages.
Plymouth Pride 2025 has been cancelled due to insufficient funding and volunteer support. The event, which was scheduled for July 12, 2025, will not take place as organizers struggle to secure resources.
Plymouth will host its first major AI event, LifeIn AI, on April 9 at Devonport Market Hall. The event will feature AI robots, drones, workshops, and keynote talks, showcasing the cutting-edge AI technology in the South West.
The Lathums and Somebody’s Child will perform as special guests for Snow Patrol at Plymouth Summer Sessions 2025. The Lathums will bring their indie sound on June 15, while Somebody’s Child will kick off an unforgettable day at Plymouth Hoe.
