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Tom Cleverley: Plymouth Argyle owner Simon Hallett backs head coach

Tom Cleverley: Plymouth Argyle owner Simon Hallett backs head coach

Having brought in former manager Derek Adams as director of football last month, many felt it was a sign that he could take over should Cleverley go.But Hallett, who has been Argyle’s majority owner since 2019 and is still looking for new investment, says Adam’s has been impressed with Cleverley."Derek has been clear, from his first days back, that Tom is strong on the training ground, clear in his coaching, and well regarded by players and staff,” he…

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Growing crops in Paignton allotment ‘good for the soul’

Growing crops in Paignton allotment ‘good for the soul’

BBCPaul Rodgers is growing Brussels sprouts for Christmas, among several other cropsA gardener who has lovingly tended the same allotment for almost 62 years says he is "mastering it slowly".Growing vegetables has been a lifelong passion for Paul Rodgers, who started cultivating part of his father's plot in Paignton, Devon, in 1963, when he was 13.He and his wife Angela now tend four plots at York Road allotments, growing Brussels sprouts, cauliflowers, cabbages, carrots, leeks and beetroot among…

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FIFA World Cup draw to be announced as trophy arrives in Washington | Football

NewsFeedThe FIFA World Cup 2026 draw takes place Friday in Washington, DC, where the trophy has been on display. The event will be the largest World Cup in history. Al Jazeera’s Rosiland Jordan explains what to expect from the draw and the tournament.Published On 4 Dec 20254 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2Share Source link

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Another devastating Israeli strike on Lebanon captured on video | Israel attacks Lebanon

NewsFeedVideo captured an Israeli strike destroying a building in southern Lebanon, just one day after Israeli and Lebanese civilian officials held their first direct talks in decades. The village of al-Majadel is one of at least four communities hit on Thursday.Published On 4 Dec 20254 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2Share Source link

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Tom Cleverley hopes Plymouth Argyle can overcome their ‘mental hurdles’

Tom Cleverley hopes Plymouth Argyle can overcome their ‘mental hurdles’

Tom Cleverley says he has been working with his Plymouth Argyle side to try and overcome their "mental hurdles". The Pilgrims are second-from-bottom of League One and have not taken a point from a losing position this season.Having been on a six-game losing streak they have won two of their past three matches in all competitions - both 1-0 victories.But Cleverley says his side needs more resilience when they go behind. They were beaten 3-0 by Northampton Town…

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Bristol to Bath path opened to Dott e-scooters and e-bikes

Bristol to Bath path opened to Dott e-scooters and e-bikes

Getty ImagesThe area covered by the scooter scheme is expanding in Bristol and BathThe area covered by an official e-scooter and e-bike scheme has been increased to cover a popular pedestrian and cycle route.The Bristol and Bath Railway Path between Bitton, Emersons Green, and Temple Meads rail station has been opened up to riders, along with Concorde Way to Ashley Down in Bristol.Operator Dott has also expanded into Southdown, Odd Down and Combe Down in Bath, adding an…

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New lock gate fitted at Charlestown Harbour following delays

New lock gate fitted at Charlestown Harbour following delays

BBCThe operation, which faced several delays, began during the early hours of the morningThe installation of a new lock gate in a harbour battered by storms last year has started.The operation at Charlestown Harbour in Cornwall began in the early hours so the gate could be floated into position and lifted on its bearings with the tide.In September 2024 the previous gate was damaged by storms, resulting in the harbour becoming tidal and resident boats being evacuated.Owner Rolf…

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Torbay Cristmas display damaged by people climbing it

Torbay Cristmas display damaged by people climbing it

Extra protection could be brought in for a Christmas lights display after a tree was damaged by people climbing on it, a council has said.CCTV video shared on social media showed two women scaling spiral metal tree frames along the Bay of Lights Illumination Trail on the Torquay harbourside, in Devon, in the early hours of Sunday, the Local Democracy Reporting Service said.Torbay Council said their actions had been "dangerous, costly to repair and spoils the experience for…

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Devon & Cornwall Police ask public to register CCTV cameras

Devon & Cornwall Police ask public to register CCTV cameras

Police are asking people to register CCTV and doorbell cameras so they can potentially request footage when needed to investigate crimes.Devon and Cornwall Police said it had introduced a new digital media management system which would allow it to request evidence from businesses and communities across the force area.The system, called NiCE Investigate, is currently used by 24 police forces across the UK.Assistant chief constable Dave Thorne said he hoped the new process of collecting digital media evidence…

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Festive Quayside Farmers Market – Exeter Observer

Festive Quayside Farmers Market – Exeter Observer
Festive Quayside Farmers Market – Exeter Observer

Good journalism costs money  Upgrade to paid E O Exeter Observer Local news that matters ON OUR RADAR Monthly market returns to offer local produce, hand-made goods, plants, cakes and more for Christmas feasting. Leigh Curtis Exeter Quayside Farmers’ Market returns to Piazza Terracina on Saturday 20 December for a festive edition with local produce

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