PLYMOUTH NEWS
The 'Let's Dance Plymouth' campaign, led by TV star Angela Rippon, aims to unite the city through dance. Kicking off on March 2, the initiative encourages everyone to embrace dance for health, connection, and fun.
A woman was rescued from mudflats near Torpoint after becoming stuck waist-deep. Emergency services, including fire crews, coastguard teams, and paramedics, successfully freed her and brought her to safety.
Lea Dobson, a Plymouth resident, is gaining attention after appearing on 'Come Dine with Me'. The mother-of-one, who came second in the competition, is now receiving offers for other television opportunities.
Royal Navy pilots participated in an intensive training exercise in the North Sea alongside NATO allies, conducting a hostage rescue operation from a Dutch coastguard vessel. The exercise aimed to enhance maritime counter-terrorism skills.
The viral pub game 'Wetherspoons The Game,' which collects food for the homeless, will take place at The Union Rooms in Plymouth on Sunday, March 2. Founder Chris 'Spoons' Illman invites kind strangers to order meals via the Wetherspoon app, which are then donated to charities.
Sean Lowe underwent life-saving brain surgery after a routine eye test revealed a dangerous brain tumor. Optician Amandeep Sandhu detected pressure on Sean’s optic nerve, leading to an emergency referral and immediate surgery. Doctors confirmed that if the tumor had grown further, it could have been fatal. Sean now advocates for regular eye exams as a crucial part of healthcare.
A massive 600-meter fire broke out near Dartmoor in Cornwood. Emergency services, including four fire engines and special appliances, were dispatched to control the blaze. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
Plymouth High School for Girls' PE teacher Kelly Luscombe has passed away suddenly, leaving her students, colleagues, and the community heartbroken. Tributes have poured in, remembering her as a kind, supportive, and inspirational teacher.
A new study ranks Premier League stadiums based on visitor costs and experience. Manchester City's Etihad Stadium is ranked eighth, with beer prices averaging £4.60 and pies costing £5.50. Bournemouth's Vitality Stadium tops the list as the best away day experience.
A new pedestrian and cycle crossing has been approved for Cot Hill following public consultation. The project aims to enhance safety and accessibility while improving connections between Saltram Park and Underwood Recreation Ground.
Serco Marine workers, including tugboat and marine service crews, are set to strike in a dispute over job cuts and proposed changes to services for the Royal Navy, risking disruption to nuclear submarine and ship movements.
A pensioner in Yealmpton, facing a 400% increase in gardening charges at a LiveWest property, has expressed concern for himself and his neighbors. The charges rise from £3.66 to £19 per week, a change he calls 'unjust.'
Martin Lewis, founder of MoneySavingExpert.com, revealed how a quick five-minute comparison could lead to significant savings on energy bills, with one household saving £454. This advice comes just ahead of a 6.4% increase in energy prices set for April.
Paradise Road in Plymouth has reopened following a bus crash this morning. The bus, which collided with a wall near City College Plymouth, caused road closures but no injuries were reported. The incident occurred around 8:40 AM, and the driver has been reported to court.
A new house will be built on the site of a former pub in Plymouth’s historic Barbican area. The derelict building, once home to the Royal Highlander pub, is set to be redeveloped after receiving council approval, with updated plans for the roof, floor heights, and internal layout.
