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Plymouth acid attack victim killed in plot involving ex-wife, court hears

Plymouth acid attack victim killed in plot involving ex-wife, court hears

Devon and Cornwall PoliceDanny Cahalane was attacked on Lipson Road, Plymouth, on 21 February and died in hospital on 3 MayA drug dealer who owed £120k to his "boss" and childhood friend was doused in acid at his home in a fatal attack involving his ex-wife, a court has heard.Danny Cahalane, 38, was attacked on Lipson Road, Plymouth, on 21 February 2025 and died in hospital on 3 May.Seven men and three women are on trial at Winchester…

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£52m urgent care hub eases pressure at Derriford Hospital A&E

£52m urgent care hub eases pressure at Derriford Hospital A&E

Health bosses say a new £52m urgent treatment centre is starting to take the strain at Derriford Hospital emergency department.The Dartmoor Building was set up to deal with everyday emergencies like sprains, suspected fractures, minor head injuries, burns, bites, stings and infected cuts. The aim is to treat people faster and keep the accident & emergency (A&E) department free for the sickest patients to reduce waiting times.Consultant Ian McCarthy, clinical lead for the urgent treatment centre, said: "This…

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Gary Caldwell: Exeter City boss aiming for success despite proposed budget cuts

Gary Caldwell: Exeter City boss aiming for success despite proposed budget cuts

Exeter's income was helped by the FA Cup third-round tie at Manchester City.But while there were more than 50,000 people in attendance, the low ticket prices at the Etihad Stadium meant the Grecians only earned about £180,000 from the game.The figure came after Exeter City Supporter's Trust called on Manchester City to give the club a greater share of the earnings from the game. Caldwell admitted that the financial uncertainty could have an affect on his squad-building next…

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Kornel Szucs: Plymouth Argyle defender is in plans – Tom Cleverley

Kornel Szucs: Plymouth Argyle defender is in plans – Tom Cleverley

Plymouth Argyle boss Tom Cleverley said defender Kornel Szucs is in his plans, despite his lack of game time.The 24-year-old Hungary international has made just 11 League One starts this season and has not been in the first 11 since the 3-0 home loss to Northampton Town on 29 November.In contrast, he started 31 games for the Pilgrims in the Championship last season.Cleverley sees the defender as a full-back - rather than a centre-back where he played much…

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University conduct plants biodiversity survey

University conduct plants biodiversity survey

Flowers and plants fitted to the outside of new and old buildings can enhance the biodiversity within urban environments, a new study has shown.The study, involving scientists and students from the University of Plymouth's School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences and School of Biological and Marine Sciences, monitored activity involving pollinating insects, spiders, soil invertebrates, birds and bats.It took place at three locations spread across the city centre and outskirts of Plymouth.Hundreds of creatures were found including…

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Guide dog falls down train gap ‘quite scary’

Guide dog falls down train gap ‘quite scary’

Lena WelchLena Welch grabbed her guide dog after it fellA visually impaired woman has called for better safety and accessibility at railway stations after an improvement project was scaled back.The Access for All (AfA) programme announced earlier this week it would not be upgrading 19 of the 50 rail stations that were originally planned.Lena Welch, from Sidmouth, said she still had concerns after her guide dog fell between the platform and train at Honiton station in 2023. She…

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NHS Stories – No smart phone? No problem

NHS Stories – No smart phone? No problem

Available for over a yearThe NHS is offering more and more appointments online, which for some people is fine. But if can't use digital technology you might find yourself having to wait for weeks before you're seen. A new project in Torbay is aiming to do something about that. The idea is to install a 'health pod' - a private space where people could attend a virtual appointment, with help on hand to work the tech. It would…

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Nika Abuladze: Georgia prop to re-join Exeter from Montpellier

Nika Abuladze: Georgia prop to re-join Exeter from Montpellier

Georgia prop Nika Abuladze is to re-join Exeter in the summer. The 30-year-old left the Prem Rugby club in the summer of 2024 to join French side Montpellier.He has played 18 times for the Top 14 side as well as helping Georgia win last year's Rugby Europe Championship. Abuladze first moved to the Chiefs in March 2023 and went on to feature 16 times for the Devon club, as well as playing for his country at the 2023…

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Weather warnings issued for heavy rain and flooding risk in parts of the UK

Weather warnings issued for heavy rain and flooding risk in parts of the UK

Heavy rain and strong winds have continued in eastern Scotland, where there is a Met Office amber warning in force for Grampian, Angus, and Perth and Kinross until 18:00 GMT.Rainfall accumulations of 60-80mm are likely, with as much as 100-120mm over high ground. Totals since Wednesday evening may exceed 150 mm in a few places. This is expected to lead to some surface water and river flooding across the area.There is also a wider yellow warning across the…

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Woman killed in collision with lorry in Brixham

Woman killed in collision with lorry in Brixham

A woman has died after she was involved in a collision with an articulated lorry in Devon.The local woman in her 60s was walking along Brewery Lane, Brixham, when the collision happened at about 15:40 GMT on Wednesday.She died at the scene and her family have been informed, Devon and Cornwall Police said.Officers appealed to anyone with any information or dashcam footage to come forward. Source link

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South West Ambulance Service ‘rated worst in the country’

South West Ambulance Service ‘rated worst in the country’

Matthew HillHealth Correspondent, West of EnglandBBCThe ambulance service currently rated as the worst in the country by the NHS for overall performance faced the busiest day in its history earlier in January.South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWAST) said that day - which topped days during the Covid-19 pandemic - came on 1 January when it responded to 3,796 incidents. Despite a significant improvement in emergency call out times, it added it has been in the highest…

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Torbay Health hub is hoping to relieve NHS pressures

Torbay Health hub is hoping to relieve NHS pressures

BBCThe team at the health hub can help with everything from blood pressure tests to financial adviceHelp is at hand in Paignton for people wanting basic health checks, seeking support to stop smoking, needing assistance filling out a form, or even housing advice.It is part of the NHS in Torbay's bid to catch social and well-being issues early.Dr Kevin Dixon, chair of Healthwatch said: "We can support people in reducing their weight, having happier and healthier lifestyles and…

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