Monthly Archives: November 2025

Three Plymouth garages damaged by large fire

Three Plymouth garages damaged by large fire

Three garages have been damaged in a large blaze, firefighters have said.Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said one garage in Hermitage Road, Plymouth, was "well alight" when crews arrived at about 11:10 GMT, with two others also damaged by smoke and fire.Devon and Cornwall Police said they were asked to assist fire crews and put a cordon and road closures in place. The fire service confirmed there were no injuries and the cause had not yet…

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Ricky Pellow: Exeter coach’s final match will be ’emotional day’ for Chiefs

Ricky Pellow: Exeter coach’s final match will be ’emotional day’ for Chiefs

Exeter are preparing for an "emotional day" as long-serving skills coach Ricky Pellow gets ready for his final game with the club.The 47-year-old is standing down, having been part of the Chiefs coaching staff since 2009.He helped the club win promotion to the Premiership in 2010 before going on to win two English titles and the 2020 European Champions Cup.Pellow will take charge of the side for the Prem Rugby Cup tie with Bristol at Sandy Park on…

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Seagull steals hospital visitor’s handbag at Bournemouth Hospital

Seagull steals hospital visitor’s handbag at Bournemouth Hospital

A thieving seagull "sneakily" stole a visitors handbag say hospital staff.The incident happened at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital (RBH), part of the University Hospitals Dorset, when a visitor left their bag with important personal items on a windowsill.The seagull poked its head through the open window and quickly pinched the bag before anyone could notice.Estates manager, David Carter managed to retrieve the bag from the hospital's roof.After stealing the bag the seagull struggled to fly away and dropped…

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Hip-hop group Arrested Development ‘saved’ by repair cafe

Hip-hop group Arrested Development ‘saved’ by repair cafe

Volunteers at a repair cafe stepped in to fix a "crucial piece of equipment" for Grammy Award-winning hip-hop group Arrested Development, meaning its concert could go ahead.The group was due to perform at the Princess Pavilions in Falmouth, Cornwall on 9 November when band member One Love's sampler failed during the soundcheck.The Falmouth Repair Cafe was taking place that afternoon in the venue's foyer with local volunteers who fix a range of items from lamps to sewing machines…

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Fifty not out: University commemorates half-century partnership with US College

An international partnership between the University of Exeter and a prestigious Liberal Arts college in the United States of America is celebrating 50 years of overseas study. For the past five decades, students at Kenyon College in Ohio have taken the opportunity to spend a year with Exeter’s Department of English and Creative Writing, immersing themselves in the history, heritage and culture of Devon. To commemorate the milestone, the two institutions have unveiled a new Master’s Progression Agreement…

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New military focus on “leaving well” and strengthening social connections should be core part of defence strategy

A new military focus on “leaving well” as well as serving well is essential for the health of veterans, society and defence, experts have said. Researchers have made a powerful plea for more to be done to ensure armed forces leavers go on to play a valued role in organisations, companies and their communities. They have called for a focus on identity and social connectedness to be recognised as core parts of defence strategy, with investment in evidence-based…

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Cole Deeming: Truro City sign West Bromwich Albion midfielder on loan

Cole Deeming: Truro City sign West Bromwich Albion midfielder on loan

National League side Truro City have signed teenage West Bromwich Albion midfielder Cole Deeming on loan.The 18-year-old has agreed a one-month stay with the Cornish club, who are bottom of the fifth tier.Deeming made his senior debut for Albion as a substitute in their 2-1 Carabao Cup loss at Fleetwood Town in August.He captained the Baggies' Under-18 side to the quarter-finals of last season's FA Youth Cup while also scoring five goals for their Under-21 side. Source link

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Time taken to bring shoplifters to justice is ‘unacceptable’, retailers tell BBC

Time taken to bring shoplifters to justice is ‘unacceptable’, retailers tell BBC

Cherry Wilson and Jim ConnollyBBC News InvestigationsBBCHead of security Tom Hirst said the criminal justice system is "too easy" on shopliftersThe time it takes to bring shoplifters to justice is "unacceptable" with retailers waiting longer for criminals to face punishment compared with a decade ago, the BBC has learned.In one case, stores targeted by a thief waited up to 10 months for a shoplifter to be sentenced, despite retail workers piecing together her identity without help from the…

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No planning permission, no summerhouse!

No planning permission, no summerhouse!

Available for over a yearAndrew Causley lives in Alphington in Exeter. His summer house was a replacement for a children's Wendy House that had stood on the same spot for 23 years. But now Exeter City Council has told him it has to come down after rejecting Andrew's planning application.Programme WebsiteShow less Source link

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Pubs offer a free soft drink in December for designated drivers

Pubs offer a free soft drink in December for designated drivers

PA MediaOver the past five years (2020-24), 13 people have been killed and a further 176 were seriously injured in collisions where alcohol impairment was a contributory factor, said Vision ZeroDesignated drivers across Devon and Cornwall are being offered free soft drinks at more than 260 pubs, clubs and restaurants throughout December.Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is one of the 'Fatal Five' causes of serious injuries and deaths on roads.A scheme organised by the Vision…

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